Chapter 92: Chapter 92: Jiahui Princess

“Boss Cheng’s charitable act has indeed addressed the soldiers’ urgent need for warmth,” said General Gu, “Moreover, I heard from Boss Cheng that these cotton clothes were not purchased by him alone; Miss Fu also supported with a considerable amount of Silver Coin.”

General Gu was shocked and said, “Is it possible that Your Majesty was unaware? Boss Cheng and Miss Fu did such a great charity, yet did not mention anything?”

“I indeed did not know,” Emperor Jiawen hastily exclaimed, “Is Miss Fu here?”

Fu Mingzhu quickly stood and knelt at the front, “Your Majesty.”

“If I recall correctly, the transportation of goods by the Cheng Family was precisely during the time Miss Fu was in Ganning City.”

“Yes,” Fu Mingzhu said with her head lowered, “Shinian originally planned to accompany my uncle to the northwest to see the long river setting sun and the solitary smoke of the desert, to broaden her horizons. She also bought medicinal herbs intending to deliver them to the army, but during the journey through Ganning they encountered an epidemic and thus took the herbs into the city.”

“Since my uncle travels all over for business and knows the northwest climate well, he discussed with me before setting off about purchasing cotton clothes along the way. I also felt that we, residing comfortably in the capital, owe our peaceful lives to the soldiers at the border risking their lives to protect us. Therefore, I too wanted to contribute my share.”

“The Silver Coin I provided was far less compared to my uncle,” said Fu Mingzhu, “I did not report this matter to Your Majesty, I ask for Your Majesty’s forgiveness.”

“It was shallow thinking on my uncle’s and my part, thinking this was merely our intention and not wanting to publicize it, fearing it would seem as if we were seeking fame or credit,” Fu Mingzhu said calmly, “But now that I think of it, I realize that even if not shared with outsiders, this matter should have been reported to Your Majesty. It was my oversight, please forgive me, Your Majesty.”

“At first, I thought it was nothing major, so aside from my sister who traveled with me, no one else at home knew about it,” Fu Mingzhu deeply bowed and kowtowed.

“Ah!” Emperor Jiawen said kindly, “Did I scare you? I do not intend to blame.”

“Moreover, you’ve done good deeds; how could I have cause to blame,” said Emperor Jiawen, “And, neither you, nor your sister, nor your uncle have ever been involved in politics, so it’s natural you wouldn’t think to report charitable acts.”

“But such benevolent deeds, even if others don’t know, I’d feel uneasy not knowing,” Emperor Jiawen smiled, “Stand up quickly, no need to kneel.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty.” Fu Mingzhu thought of how Fu Shinian usually acted playful and charming, and with sudden inspiration said, “I have never spoken with Your Majesty before, only heard my father say you are a benevolent ruler. Now, I finally understand why he always says so.”

Mr. Fu: “!!!”

Such a good child, not only helping me out but now speaking so well of me!

Splendid!

No wonder she’s my daughter, so clever!

Mr. Fu quickly lowered his head, acting shyly.

It’s truly a bit shameful, how could my casual remarks at home be so aptly spoken by my daughter?

Xiao Chengyu’s lip twitched slightly.

The entire Fu family is indeed exceptionally sharp.

Emperor Jiawen, indeed delighted, laughed heartily, “I didn’t expect that Fu Minister would say such things at home.”

“Your Majesty,” Mr. Fu quickly stepped forward, “I didn’t expect my daughter to actually speak of it…”

“Hahahahaha!” Emperor Jiawen did not speak further, only continued to be delighted.

“Fu Minister and Madam Fu have truly educated their daughters well,” said Emperor Jiawen, “First, your second daughter saved Ganning City, and now, to my surprise, your eldest daughter silently donated cotton clothes.”

“To have raised such children shows Fu Minister and Madam Fu are also admirable,” the Empress said softly.

The other court officials and their wives harbored mixed feelings.

How is it that today, yet again, the Fu family steals the spotlight?

Lately, what deity has the Fu family worshipped to be repeatedly honored by the Emperor and Empress?

Many turned to look at their own children, their gazes filled with expectations.

You all should also work hard, behave well, earn the Emperor and Empress’s praises, so we parents can bask in reflected glory!

The children: “…”

“Previously, Your Majesty rewarded the second Miss Fu,” the Empress said gently, “But this time, the eldest Miss Fu has also done a commendable deed, Your Majesty cannot show favoritism.”

“Indeed.” Emperor Jiawen nodded, “I heard that Miss Fu’s benevolent acts are not just one; she also brought in teachers for an orphanage to teach the children reading and writing, and provided pathways for work, letting them learn skills in the medical clinic, accounting office, embroidery workshop, and tailoring.”

“Indeed,” the Empress said, “This endeavor is one the two Fu sisters worked together on. To this day, they have cultivated many children. Those children, having learned skills and earned money, give back to the orphanage. Thus, it returns to the cycle.”

“The children themselves are commendable,” Emperor Jiawen nodded, “Therefore, let Fu Mingzhu be granted the title of Jiahui Princess.”

Everyone was profoundly shocked into silence.

The Fu family, now with two princesses!

Although the title of princess isn’t particularly high in rank, it comes with a title and estate.

The Fu family was originally just an ordinary official family, not nobility or royalty.

Yet, their two daughters have both become princesses.

This isn’t about the rank or the wealth of estates.

Fu Mingzhu is not lacking in wealth.

The prized possession is the title.

People thought that after being annulled from Xiao Fengxing, Fu Mingzhu’s marriage prospects looked grim.

Additionally, as a concubine-born daughter, it’s hard to find someone better than Xiao Fengxing.

Families privately mocked the Fu family, not understanding their reasons.

Even if Xiao Fengxing used a maidservant before marriage, so what?

It’s not special, others have done it quietly without making it known.

After marrying, the maid can be promoted to a concubine.

Xiao Fengxing is respected in the capital because it’s known he would become the next Marquis Changping, right?

Fu Mingzhu, merely a concubine-born daughter, could have become Marchioness Changping. Why care about Xiao Fengxing taking a couple of concubines?

The Fu family, to annul for such a trivial matter, where could Fu Mingzhu find someone as good as Xiao Fengxing?

Most likely, she would settle for a concubine son of an ordinary family.

Unexpectedly, Fu Mingzhu is now titled a princess.

Henceforth, whether she’s a concubine-born daughter no longer matters.

With the princess title, marrying the legitimate son of a noble family is quite possible.

Not just the ladies, even their daughters were extremely envious.

They wanted to earn a good name, but weren’t as wealthy as Fu Mingzhu.

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

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