My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty

"Mr. Gu, how do you think our future will be?"

Mu Yuyan wore a smile of contentment on her face, feeling the indulgence of Gu Lan towards her.

The past grievances and teasing seemed to have vanished into thin air.

"What else could it be? Madam will continue to reign as your Majesty Mu Yuyan, while I shall serve as the chief minister under Madam's reign," replied Gu Lan with a chuckle.

A rosy tint graced Mu Yuyan's cheeks, resembling the hue of rouge blending with jade.

She playfully scolded him, "You're incorrigible, always joking around."

"Amidst the hundred acres, half covered with moss, a white path meanders at the doorstep, inviting few visitors. In the courtyard, silence reigns in spring, with two or three peach and apricot trees planted. For whom do they bloom, and for whom do they shed their petals?"

Gu Lan continued with a smile.

"In the future, we could find solace in a secluded place amidst deep mountains and old forests, indifferent to worldly affairs. We rise with the sun, rest with its setting, splitting wood, tending to horses, and facing the sea, where spring brings forth blossoms. How does that sound?"

Mu Yuyan's eyes glimmered with longing.

If their life could truly mirror Gu Lan's picturesque description, it would indeed be a blissful existence.

Though born Mu Yuyan and raised in the intrigues of the palace, she had no fondness for the political maneuvering and power struggles in the court.

Hence, she had long prepared to groom Princess Ming Yue and abdicate the throne to her.

Then, she could finally break free and become a figure behind the scenes, free to go wherever she pleased.

At that time, she could go wherever her heart desired.

The transition of the Queen into the mundane world, though a means to save the nation, had been one of Mu Yuyan's happiest periods.

Devoid of political scheming, she enjoyed only Gu Lan's affection and leisurely days.

Of course, it wasn't entirely leisurely.

There were still matters of state that inevitably found their way to her attention, impossible to avoid.

"Splitting wood, tending to horses, with the warmth of spring blossoms..."

Mu Yuyan's exquisite face glowed with longing.

"We can travel and explore on horseback, admiring the scenery along the way," Gu Lan continued.

"With Madam by my side, we shall traverse the entire realm of the living."

"We can visit other realms beyond the Jing Nation, experience their customs, savor their unique cuisines, and admire the beauty of different regions," Mu Yuyan was enthralled by his sweet words, eager to set off immediately.

However, she knew it wasn't practical in the short term.

Despite the slight improvement in Jing Nation's situation since their arrival in the mundane world, with Gu Lan as the Consecrator overseeing matters, and his assistance stabilizing the nation, there were still challenges.

Without their presence, Jing Nation would soon regress to its former state of near decline.

The dynasty had endured for too long, and its fortunes were waning.

This was unacceptable to Mu Yuyan.

She knew her duty and couldn't let the nation her parents had left her deteriorate under her watch.

Moreover, she was carrying Gu Lan's child...

Taking the child along for adventures was possible, but it wouldn't compare to the intimacy of just the two of them.

"What about our child?" Mu Yuyan couldn't help but ask.

"Our child?"

Gu Lan was momentarily taken aback, then casually remarked, "We can simply leave the child's education to the Grand Tutor. Since Grand Tutor is Madam's mentor, it's only fitting for him to become our child's tutor as well."

Mu Yuyan's eyes lit up.

"Exactly! Besides, I intend for the tutor to groom our child as the future emperor. When the time comes, we can abdicate the throne to him, and then we can explore the mountains and waters to our heart's content!"

As for Princess Ming Yue, Mu Yuyan had essentially "given up" on her.

She understood her sister's temperament; there was no other way.

Having Mu Yuyan as a mother, inheriting the throne was only natural.

Su Hua, Sima Qin, and the true loyalists had been eagerly awaiting the birth of the heir, which would bring stability to the country.

"You wrote in your diary about subduing the Abyssal Clan. Today, I've resolved that matter for you. The Abyssal Clan's chief has agreed to settle in Jing Nation soon," Mu Yuyan proudly announced, a coquettish smile gracing her lips.

Gu Lan had asked her not to reveal it earlier. Now was the perfect time to mention it casually, without him suspecting her efforts on his behalf...

Gu Lan was pleasantly surprised.

"Madam truly is my wise companion. I hadn't even begun to consider this matter."

He couldn't help but embrace Mu Yuyan, indulgently brushing her delicate nose.

Mu Yuyan beamed with happiness.

Solving these troublesome matters for Gu Lan was to ensure his peace of mind, after all.

She wanted Gu Lan to know that she, as Madam Mu Yuyan, would never hold him back.

Previously, before Gu Lan knew her true identity, he had always found various faults with Mu Yuyan, which had worried her.

Even after he accepted her upon knowing her true status, Mu Yuyan couldn't entirely let go of her concerns.

To do more for Gu Lan was her utmost pleasure.

"It's also because of Mr. Gu's reputation. The moment they hear about my Mr. Gu, the Consecrator of the Mysteries, they immediately pledge allegiance. Though I'm not sure of Mr. Gu's intentions in subduing the Abyssal Clan, I will fully support him," Mu Yuyan declared. Find more to read at My Virtual Library Empire

Gu Lan was genuinely surprised and touched.

He hadn't expected Madam to subdue the Abyssal Clan silently.

While he could have handled it himself, having Madam resolve one less troublesome matter was indeed favorable.

Suddenly, he recalled from his past life's unfinished novels that there seemed to be a talented individual within the Abyssal Clan, named Zhe Liang.

Hmm... the fact that he remembered the name indicated Zhe Liang wasn't a minor character in the original work.

Now that the Abyssal Clan was under Madam's control, it would be worthwhile to nurture Zhe Liang.

If he recalled correctly, Zhe Liang hadn't yet emerged as a prominent figure.

It was the perfect time to invest in him, given the high returns with minimal investment, especially within a tribe known for its extraordinary talents.

Moreover, in a clan with such exceptional innate abilities, nurturing someone like Zhe Liang would be a wise investment.

"Madam has accomplished a great feat for me. Would you like a reward from me?" Gu Lan raised an eyebrow, teasing.

Mu Yuyan blushed, a smile playing on her lips. "What reward? I don't want..."

She was certain Gu Lan had ulterior motives, but she couldn't bring herself to refuse.

Ignoring her rejection, Gu Lan conveniently arranged for her to indulge in a few more servings of the evening delicacies after their meal...