Transmigrated Genius: Fragile Heiress Reigns Supreme-Chapter 750 - 751: Bestowal of Honors (1)

Although the Grand Dowager was just jesting with Fourth Master Xiao, now with the unexpected arrival of the Imperial Decree, she couldn’t help but feel worried.

"The army has just entered the city, why has the Imperial Decree come at this time?" She stood up, showing a trace of unease as she looked towards Fourth Master Xiao: "Is it about something else?"

Xiqiu also seemed a bit nervous: "Fourth Master!" As she looked at Fourth Master Xiao, she was genuinely concerned about the Emperor’s attitude towards Xiao Yancheng. If the Emperor decided to pursue Xiao Yancheng’s crimes, it could implicate the entire clan in punishment. But if not, Xiao Yancheng was merely a Xiao descendant left out in the wild, and having been threatened by Gu Worms like Xu Wei all these years, it would be understandable not to pursue it.

In reality, how the crime would be judged depended on the Emperor’s will.

How could she not be worried?

The First Madam also looked towards Fourth Master Xiao, frowning: "The army has just entered the city, and the convoy escorting Prince Rong has not yet been settled. If the Emperor wanted to act, it should wait until tomorrow." She paused and seemed to comfort both the Grand Dowager and Xiqiu: "In my view, it should be about something else."

The three of them pondered, speculating on various possibilities.

Fourth Master Xiao, however, remained calm, deeply looking at Xiqiu, and said to the few people: "I will go and have a look." After speaking, he put his hands behind his back and walked out, but Xiqiu called out: "Fourth Master, your court attire is stored in the room, let Chunliu fetch it for you."

Fourth Master Xiao paused, turned to look at Xiqiu, nodded, and then walked out the door.

As soon as Fourth Master Xiao left, Xiqiu called Nanny Rong from the doorway: "Which eunuch came from the palace?" Nanny Rong thought for a moment and replied: "I heard Tiancheng calling, it seemed like Chief Chang..."

Chief Chang?

Xiqiu, the Grand Dowager, and the First Madam exchanged glances, each secretly breathing a sigh of relief.

"Now, the Left Army Great Governor, Second-Class General of Cavalry, Fourth Master Xiao, loyal to the Emperor, merits in military governance, promoted to First-Class General, bestowed the title of Prince Consort. His wife, Mrs. Xiao Tong, virtuous and meritorious in raising heirs, promoted to first-rank imperial decree lady, his legitimate son bestowed with the position of Hundred Households, awarded ten acres of good land, ten bolts of cloth..."

"Congratulations to the Great Governor." Chief Chang, having received the Imperial Decree, smiled and bowed graciously to Fourth Master Xiao, saying: "The Emperor has praised you greatly this time, saying that without your planning and precautions, the results would not have been so easily achieved." After a pause, he handed the Imperial Decree to Fourth Master Xiao with both hands: "The rewards for the Fourth Madam and your noble son will arrive shortly, and I trouble the Great Governor to accompany me to the palace to complete the formalities."

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has items bestowed by the Emperor leaving the palace; the recipient must go in person to sign and collect.

Fourth Master Xiao received the Imperial Decree with both hands, held it in his hands, and nodded again to Chief Chang: "It’s still early, come with me to the outer courtyard for a glass of wine to rest a bit." After a pause, he continued: "At this time, the Emperor must be discussing affairs with Lord Shen and several cabinet ministers; Chief Chang might as well take a leisurely moment."

"The Great Governor is indeed wise." Chief Chang grinned widely, walking side by side with Fourth Master Xiao to the outer courtyard, familiarly asking: "Fourth Madam is well, I hope? I stayed up all night when I heard the news, on edge... If something had happened to Fourth Madam while you were outside the city..." he sighed heavily and recounted the matters concerning Xiao Yanyi in the palace to Fourth Master Xiao...

Fourth Master Xiao’s eyes moved, but his face still held a smile, talking with Chief Chang as they walked.

Inside the inner courtyard, Tiancheng and Nanny Rong went in one after the other; Nanny Rong couldn’t wait to step inside with a smiling face, lifting the curtains and entering. Seeing the Grand Dowager, the First Madam, and the Fourth Madam in the room, she immediately greeted Fourth Madam with a beaming smile: "Congratulations Fourth Madam, congratulations to the young master."

Xiqiu was taken aback and asked Nanny Rong: "What is the good news?"

The Grand Dowager had already guessed the content of the Imperial Decree and revealed a deep smile on her face.

Nanny Rong said with a smile: "The Emperor has promoted Madam to a first-rank imperial decree lady, and also bestowed the young master with the position of Hundred Households in the army, and awarded ten acres of good land."

Xiqiu’s eyes lit up, delighted even more by the Emperor’s attitude. At such a critical moment, the Emperor’s generous reward to Fourth Master Xiao was essentially telling the world that not only was he not blaming Marquis Xuanning and Fourth Master Xiao for Xiao Yancheng’s issues, but was also greatly praising Fourth Master Xiao’s contributions...

"Mother!" The heavy stone that Xiqiu had been worrying over finally settled to the bottom.

The Grand Dowager smiled widely, nodded, patted Xiqiu’s hand, and turned to Nanny Rong: "Reward! Everyone in the entire household will receive a reward!"

"Yes! I will go and inform everyone right away." She said, bowing and quickly left the room.

First Madam also looked at Xiqiu, beaming: "Congratulations, Fourth Sister-in-law." Then she turned her affectionate gaze to Zhi: "And congratulations to our Zhi."

"Thank you, Elder Sister-in-law." Xiqiu felt her mood soaring, as if one good thing followed another.

Nanny Rong went outside, not needing to say anything, as everyone had already gathered in the courtyard. Nanny Rong, her face full of smiles, pretended to scold Tiancheng who was smiling on the side, and knelt with the crowd to bow towards the main room: "Congratulations Madam, congratulations young master!"

Their voices were so loud, the whole house could hear the celebratory noises.

Xiqiu couldn’t get up, so the Grand Dowager personally came out, stood on the steps, and said with a smile: "The master’s joy is also your joy; today everyone in the manor has a reward. The kitchen will add dishes at noon, let’s all enjoy the happy occasion!"

Everyone naturally expressed their gratitude amidst the laughter and gradually dispersed.

Ever since Xiqiu’s family moved in, these two days were the most lively and exciting, truly a double celebration!

"Fourth Brother must be having tea with Chief Chang now." First Madam sat by the bed, her eyes unconsciously falling on Zhi’s face, and added: "From today, our Zhi will also be someone with a salary."

Xiqiu listened, her eyes filled with smiles, feeling as if all clouds of worry had dispersed overhead, everything suddenly seemed light and easy, even breathing became relaxed.

Zhi was fast asleep, as if none of this concerned him; he was content to lie in his mother’s arms, sleeping peacefully.

The Grand Dowager returned smiling, told Chunliu and the others: "Who among you will go and share the good news with the in-laws and Lady Mother." Chunliu listened and replied cheerfully: "I will go right away!"

With that, she went out with a beaming smile.

The mansion was bustling all night long, with the news of the Governor’s family receiving the Emperor’s favor rapidly spreading throughout the Capital. Everyone initially wanted to come offer congratulations but realized tomorrow was the third-day rite, so they decided to wait and come together then.

Xiqiu spoke with the Grand Dowager: "You might as well stay here; we have arranged a courtyard for you." The Grand Dowager waved her hand and said: "I’ll return tomorrow; I can’t do much with my old bones, staying here would only create more trouble for you."

"Not at all." Xiqiu laughed: "You don’t know, your presence here gives me peace of mind; you’re my calming presence."

The Grand Dowager chuckled, looking at First Madam: "Then I won’t refuse; I’ll stay for a few days to avoid tiring you with coming and going." She paused and said: "You should rest here tonight too, no need to come early tomorrow."