The Valued Lady is Truly Dominant

Seeing Yan Zisheng’s handsome face turn pale with fright, Song Zhiyuan touched his nose — was he that scary?

He coughed and said, "Changsheng, there’s no need to be afraid. We’re just having a casual chat."

Yan Zisheng awkwardly smiled, "Prime Minister, this student is not afraid."

Song Zhiyuan glanced at his feet, "Is that so? Then why did you step back so far?"

Yan Zisheng: "..."

"Tell me, what are your thoughts on your future wife? You’re nineteen now, and in a couple of months, you’ll participate in the autumn exam. With your literary talent, passing the exam should be no problem."

Joy surged in Yan Zisheng’s heart, and he suppressed his happiness, humbly saying, "This student will not disappoint the Prime Minister’s expectations."

Song Zhiyuan chuckled and said, "Whether it’s the spring or autumn exams, there are always people looking to find a son-in-law from the successful candidates. With your talent and handsome appearance, and as you are still unmarried, you are likely to be highly sought after. I hear that Scholar Qian’s family also has a granddaughter of the right age who is unmarried. Also, although there is no Marquis Yongchang’s Mansion, there is Marquis Yongqing’s Mansion and many aristocratic official families. If they are interested in you, then according to your standards for choosing a spouse, what would you do? I tell you this to remind you that there are likely many families wanting to find a husband like this."

Yan Zisheng remained silent.

"Actually, if it weren’t for the Emperor’s arrangements, I would have liked to betroth my daughter to you as well."

Yan Zisheng was startled, "Prime Minister, how could this student be worthy?"

"Your morals are exemplary. From what you just said, you didn’t insult Miss Qiu behind her back — just explained indirectly. This shows your character, so there’s no need to be modest."