12dz Chapter 421 Dowry
Chapter 421 Dowry
After saying this, An Lingrong looked at Su Ye and Cai Xing and said solemnly, "I still have something to say to you."
Su Ye and Cai Xing quickly sat up straight.
"I'll say it again today, what I said to Caiyue the day before yesterday." An Lingrong looked them straight in the eye, as if to deeply implant her convictions in their hearts. "I've never believed that marriage and having children are a woman's only destiny. The world is vast, and a woman's life should have infinite possibilities. But if you can truly meet someone who understands you, cherishes you, and loves you wholeheartedly, and walk hand in hand with them, that is also a real happiness. Fortunately, you have all found such a good person."
A hint of relief flashed in her eyes. "Su Ye, you and Imperial Physician Wei share the same ideals and support each other. Cai Xing, you and Captain Zhang have been childhood sweethearts, knowing each other and falling in love. This is a rare fate. In the days ahead, there may be storms and setbacks, but as long as you trust and understand each other, your days will get better and better. The friendship between husband and wife is not only about sweet companionship, but also about supporting each other through thick and thin."
Su Ye and Cai Xing listened, nodding gently, their faces filled with happy smiles, but tears of emotion flickered in their eyes. They knew that An Lingrong's words were not only a blessing for them, but also an expectation for their future.
An Lingrong changed the subject, "However, I must solemnly tell you that no matter what your future holds, you are first and foremost independent individuals, with your own thoughts, feelings, and pursuits, and only then are you someone's wife or someone's mother. Women in this world are always burdened by so many identities, so you must not lose yourself in these roles."
"Only by loving yourself first and cherishing your own thoughts and pursuits can you possess enough strength and wisdom to better love those around you and spare the energy to manage your family well." An Lingrong looked at the two of them. "You already shine brightly. Don't let a change in your status dim your brilliance."
When Su Ye and Cai Xing heard this, a light flashed in their eyes. They felt an unprecedented power, a kind of firmness and calmness that came from their hearts.
An Lingrong gently held their hands, and the warmth from her palms made them feel extremely at ease.
Her voice was gentle yet firm. "I taught you medicine and prepared a dowry for you so that you would be able to face whatever challenges you face in the future and have the confidence to bear them. I hope you can live your life without any scruples, following your own wishes, rather than becoming a dodder dependent on others. Even your husband, children, or even your parents cannot be your permanent safe haven. You must stand on your own feet."
An Lingrong slowly stood up, her posture erect and her expression solemn. Her voice echoed through the palace, firm and powerful: "Remember, those who leave Yonghe Palace may encounter failure in life and may temporarily stumble in the face of setbacks, but they must never be weak and must never lose themselves."
Su Ye and Cai Xing clenched their fists tightly and responded crisply, "Yes."
At this time, they did not know how great an impact these words would have on their lives.
After the meal, Yonghe Palace began to become lively.
When the concubines knew that their personal maids were going to leave the palace, they all sent people to deliver rewards. Shen Meizhuang was not polite and ordered the palace maids to accept all of them and add them to their dowry lists.
When Zhen Huan and Feng Ruozhao arrived, Yonghe Palace had just sent away a group of eunuchs who were delivering rewards.
Zhen Huan took Su Ye's hand and said, "Su Ye, I originally planned to ask the Emperor to grant you a marriage with Doctor Wei, but Rong'er refused. So I asked for a fifth-rank imperial title for you. The imperial decree will be issued in a few days."
The emperor's marriage granting may seem glorious, but it is actually tantamount to binding two people together.
Upon hearing this, Su Ye quickly bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhen Huan helped her up. "Over the past few years, thanks to your care, I should be the one to thank you. Doctor Wei is someone I can trust, and I feel much more at ease."
As she spoke, her eyes became slightly red and she was about to cry.
An Lingrong quickly interjected, "Sister Zhen, you're too stingy. I won't tolerate you using the emperor's reward as a favor."
As soon as these words were spoken, the slightly sad atmosphere was instantly broken.
Zhen Huan held back her tears and said with a smile, "You! Am I such a stingy person? I already prepared a gift, but you should wait until I finish talking before taking it out, right?"
Then he waved his hand, and several young eunuchs came in carrying two large boxes carved and painted with gold and placed them on the ground.
An Lingrong opened it and took a look. Inside were all kinds of jewelry and fabrics. She nodded with satisfaction and said, "As expected, she is the Imperial Concubine. She is very generous when she makes a move."
Then look at Feng Ruozhao.
Feng Ruozhao was frightened by her gaze, and felt a little insecure: "Well, I'm poor, and I don't have the generosity of the Imperial Concubine."
As he spoke, he took a small box from Hanzhu and handed it to An Lingrong, "I know you prepared a lot of things for Su Ye Caixing, so I prepared some of these."
She did not forget that it was Su Ye and Wei Lin who took care of her body so that she could give birth to Princess Xinyue.
An Lingrong took the box and gently opened it. Inside was a thick stack of silver bills with large denominations and a considerable number.
Her eyes lit up instantly, and she said excitedly, "Wow, who said you were poor? This is amazing! Last time you gave me a big gold locket, and this time you gave me silver notes. Are your gifts always this simple and crude?"
As she said that, without waiting for Feng Ruozhao to reply, she continued with a smile: "But I like it!"
Then she closed the box and handed it to Su Ye and Cai Xing, saying with a hint of playfulness, "Put it away quickly, don't tell your husbands, and treat it as your own private money."
Su Ye and Cai Xing took the box, their hearts filled with emotion and gratitude. They quickly knelt and saluted: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness. We will definitely remember it in our hearts."
Seeing their reaction, Feng Ruozhao smiled with relief and said softly, "These banknotes are a token of my appreciation. After you leave the palace, you must take good care of yourselves. If you need my help in the future, please feel free to ask."
"Thank you, empress!"
An Lingrong silently calculated in her heart that these things were enough to guarantee their future life.