But he didn’t expect that he would directly reward people with such decisiveness, obviously wanting to test what kind of person he really was.

He portrayed himself as someone who follows the rules, which could have two outcomes: one who follows the rules flexibly, and one who follows them rigidly.

If it were the latter, his charisma would diminish, and he wouldn’t stand out in the eyes of the Emperor, but he also couldn’t be too flexible; one misstep and the Emperor might think he is overly ambitious.

Therefore, the balance must be carefully maintained.

He timely showed surprise and concern, and then his gaze became determined.

Emperor Xuanming took in his reaction.

After watching Li Chongjin leave, his mood was slightly more downcast than before, but he hadn’t lost his reason. This showed that this son, after all, was still young, with not very deep thoughts, unable to hide what he was thinking, yet he was someone who admired strength and was earnest.

His intentions were even blatantly displayed on his face, for example, wanting to achieve political accomplishments, being diligent and serious in his duties.

After Li Chongjin left.

He began to look through some of the letters on the table, which clearly detailed Chu Heng’s recent activities.

Upon finishing them, his expression became a bit strange, completely unexpected that his capable Minister Chu in his heart had started slacking off, and the reason was surprisingly not shocking, only wanting to spend more time with his wife.

As he read, Emperor Xuanming suddenly laughed.

"Minister Chu cherishing his wife so is a model for the common people." Having said this, Emperor Xuanming felt quite pleased, promptly writing an Imperial Decree, then sending rewards to the Chu family.

When Chu Heng again went out with Ye Muyu for leisure and returned, he received the Emperor’s praise for his sincere affection with Ah Yu, love as strong as gold, a loving couple, a model for the common people, and with this decree, the entire capital knew about the loving relationship between Chu Heng and his wife.

It instantly became a celebrated tale, spreading throughout the entire capital.

Chu Heng thanked the eunuch who delivered the decree, generously gave silver rewards, and even the servants in the Chu family received one or two taels of silver.

Chu Heng didn’t stop there; in Ye Muyu’s name, he served porridge to the poor.

"Is the Emperor giving a slap followed by a sweet date?" Ye Muyu said indifferently.

Chu Heng had just instructed these matters, still in a very good mood. After all, now the entire capital’s citizens were congratulating him and Ah Yu, everyone knew they were deeply in love, so he was naturally happy.

Hearing this, he knew Ye Muyu was unhappy about the matters concerning Prince Rong’s Mansion.

"Ah Yu, don’t worry, as long as we are here, Prince Rong won’t dare to bully Chu Ziluo. Even the four beauties rewarded by the Emperor won’t affect Chu Ziluo’s status."

"I just think Emperor Xuanming did it on purpose." Ye Muyu knew Prince Rong’s Mansion couldn’t have only one daughter.

At first, she didn’t think marrying Prince Rong was the best choice. After all, she truly wanted to keep Chu Ziluo until she turned eighteen before getting married.

Who knew that suddenly Chu Heng fell into a coma, and Chu Ziluo chose this path herself. Before Chu Heng’s incident, the two already had contact, showing that Chu Ziluo was not acting on a whim.

Although she didn’t approve, she wouldn’t stop it either.

Respecting her choice.

But ultimately, her mood wasn’t great, since the one at a disadvantage was her own daughter.

"See it openly, this is the path Chu Ziluo chose, she may not be unhappy." Chu Heng gently squeezed her hand to comfort her.

Ye Muyu leaned against his chest, closed her eyes.