A five-year-old goddess, raised to become an emperor for all time through a bronze mirror.

Chapter 146 Pei Yunjing and Nian Nian's childhood betrothal is announced.

Standing to the side, Niannian blinked her big, watery eyes and repeated the words "arranged marriage" in her childish voice.

She didn't really understand the true meaning of this unfamiliar term, but she vaguely remembered hearing something similar on television.

It seems to be about a little boy and a little girl signing a special contract, and then having to get married according to the agreement when they grow up.

Thinking of this, a hint of doubt appeared on Niannian's pink and cute little face. She tilted her head slightly, looking as lovely as a budding flower.

Those big, clear eyes blinked, revealing an innocent and pure light, as if the whole world was so beautiful and simple in her eyes.

At this moment, she was completely absorbed in her thoughts about the "arranged marriage," unaware that everyone around her was captivated by her appearance.

Meanwhile, Pei Yunjing, standing to the side, knew the situation perfectly well.

He was certainly not a fool, and he was well aware of Pei Huai Ren's true intention to arrange a marriage between them.

It turns out that the reason Pei Huai-ren was so eager to facilitate this marriage was to gain access to the powerful influence held by Pei Nan-xing.

After all, Pei Nanxing must have had a strong enough foundation to back up his arrogant behavior.

The sheer number and strength of the troops he commanded were unknown even to Pei Chuan.

It should be noted that in other countries, if someone dares to secretly harbor a large number of soldiers and cultivate their own army, they are committing an unforgivable crime punishable by death.

However, the situation was quite different in Guangling; although Pei Chuan knew that Pei Nanxing had a large army, he was always helpless against him.

Perhaps it is precisely because of a certain subtle balance and tacit understanding between the two sides that they have never completely broken through this barrier.

At this moment, Pei Nanxing, burning with rage, stood rooted to the spot, his sharp eyes fixed on Pei Yunjing not far away, like those of a hawk.

His face was gloomy, and his lips were pressed into a thin line, as if suppressing a burst of angry flames.

He suddenly turned his head and, in a deep voice, gave an order to Yunshang, the palace maid who had been standing beside him with her head bowed:

"Go, immediately summon your Consort De to me!" The tone was icy and left no room for argument.

Upon hearing the order, Yunshang trembled slightly, but quickly raised her head and replied, "Yes! This servant obeys."

He then turned and left in a hurry.

Pei Yunjing, standing to the side, watched this scene unfold, his heart filled with doubt and worry.

He couldn't understand why his elder brother was so angry and why he wanted to summon Consort De.

However, faced with Pei Nanxing's rage, he dared not ask any questions rashly and could only quietly wait for the situation to develop.

Not long after, a series of light footsteps approached from afar. Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Consort De walking slowly with elegant steps.

Her figure was graceful, her steps leisurely, like a blooming flower, exuding a captivating charm.

In the past few days, having regained the emperor's favor, Consort De has been radiant and in excellent spirits.

Her originally pale skin has now become delicate, smooth, and supple, as warm and lustrous as mutton fat jade.

Those bright eyes sparkled with affection, captivating all who beheld them.

With her carefully made-up appearance, she looks completely different from when she was sick.

Upon approaching, Consort De smiled sweetly at Pei Nanxing and said softly, "Oh, so it's Nanxing who's here."

There was a hint of intimacy in their words.

Upon seeing this, Pei Nanxing's expression softened slightly, but he still nodded with a hint of anger. He then went straight to the point and told Consort De about the Empress's summons to him that day.

After listening, Consort De's beautiful and captivating eyes moved slightly, shining as brightly as the stars twinkling in the night sky.

Her luscious lips curved slightly upward, forming a half-smile, and she spoke slowly, her tone tinged with teasing and playfulness:

"Oh? Could it be that Her Majesty the Empress has not forgotten you yet?"

As soon as she finished speaking, she stretched out a slender hand and gently covered her cherry-like mouth, letting out a clear and melodious laugh like a silver bell.

It turns out that Pei Nanxing and the current Empress had known each other since childhood, many years ago.

Back then, they were truly a perfect couple, childhood sweethearts, inseparable since they were little.

During that time, the two were inseparable. Whether strolling through the bustling city streets or admiring the beautiful scenery of spring flowers and autumn moon together, their time was filled with endless laughter and sweet warmth.

At that time, almost everyone in the capital believed that once this gentle and virtuous woman grew up, she would surely have a grand marriage and become Pei Nanxing's wife.

Unfortunately, things in this world are often unpredictable.

Just when everyone was full of anticipation for this match made in heaven, Fu Mingyue suddenly appeared in the palace.

Fu Mingyue was born with a beautiful face and a stunning appearance, exuding charm with every smile and frown.

For some reason, Pei Nanxing fell deeply in love with her at first sight, and his heart could never be free from her.

Since then, he has devoted all his thoughts and energy to her, gradually becoming indifferent and distant from his childhood sweetheart.

The poor empress was thus inexplicably treated coldly, and her originally happy and fulfilling marriage was completely disrupted.

With things having come to this, the heartbroken empress finally chose to let go of the past and turned to another man's embrace.

Ultimately, she married another man, Pei Chuan, and with her intelligence and noble temperament, she successfully ascended to the position of empress, becoming the mother of the nation and a model for the world.

Upon hearing this, a complex emotion flashed in Pei Nanxing's eyes. He chuckled lightly, "You jest, Consort De. Yun Jing is already over eight years old."

Consort De keenly sensed the displeasure in Pei Nanxing's tone. She was a smart woman and knew when to advance and when to retreat.

So, she stopped discussing the topic that might touch a nerve with Pei Nanxing, and instead turned her gaze to Pei Yunjing standing to the side, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her eyes:

"Indeed, he is already eight years old! Prince Nanxing, what is the meaning of your sudden mention of Yun Jing's age?"

"I wish to establish a marriage between Pei Yunjing and Nian Nian as children, and announce it to the world!" Pei Nanxing said, word by word.

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Niannian stared at him with wide eyes in disbelief. "Father Nanxing, what were you just saying?"

Did I hear that right?