15 Imperial edicts

He Jiao clearly does not understand what she wanted " What do you want me to ask?"

He Mei Ya puts a proud face " Grandpa, after six months our family's situation is going to change. Think about it. Many will plot against us. The most dangerous plot is marriage. With me there are three daughters in this family. Many will try to force us into marriage at that time. If one of those stupid imperial princes take a fancy to one of us, it would be impossible to escape such marriage. The same goes for my elder brother. Xiao'er is small, but there is no guarantee that he will be spared."

On hearing her words, He Jiao lowered his head and appeared to be thinking something deeply.

" Grandpa..."

He Jiao recovers from his train of thoughts. " I can understand. I did not think this far. Continue."

" He family's children marriage will be according to their wishes. No body can force them with imperial edicts even if they are royalty. Even the emperor cannot force them into marriage with his children. He cannot sell us to other countries or powers in the name of marriage. Simply, No body can force He family's children into marriage."

On hearing He Mei Ya's domineering voice and rash declaration, the little boy He Xiao lifts his head and looks at her. He has been in the room from the start. He always liked this big sister but today he admired her. He looked at her deeply and lowered his head again.

He Gong also agrees with his daughters words. " Father, Ya'er 's words may seem rash. But, it is true that many will be coming to us asking for their hands in marriage when we make a come back. I strongly believe her in this matter."

He Jiao nods with a big grin, " Alright, I will go the palace tomorrow. The Emperor will surely agree based on our old friendship. Don't worry I will take care of this matter."

Seeing her grandfather's wide grin, He Mei Ya sighs" Grandpa, remember to act sad.. Or the Emperor will surely find something amiss."

He Jiao laughs loudly" Little girl, Don't worry. No one can beat me in acting."

"....." Every one in the room face-palmed.

" Grandpa, we will keep the second edict for future. For now, this is sufficient." saying this He Mei Ya looks at He Jian.

All this time He Jian sat silently. He knows that his sister can take care of such small problems. On seeing her look at him, getting the hint that now it's his turn, He Jian slowly stands up. Everyone in the room look at him.

" Grandpa, we will be going back tomorrow. We will be going into seclusion for a month. After a month, If we are able to cultivate, we will come back again to take Ming Yu, Ming Li and Xiao with us. We can pass on to them what our master taught us."

" I will take care of your cultivation. For now, I want you three kids to run 5 laps around our courtyard every morning and evening." He Jian looks at the three kids.

He Jun and He Lian immediately agree. Even thought they are not sure about cultivation, at least their physique can be developed. He Jian steps back after they show their agreement.

He Mei Ya and He Jian both bow down with respect " Grandpa, Father and everyone, We finished what we want to say. We will leave now."

On saying this, the two figures disappear in the blink of eye. He Jiao and everyone stare at the empty spot with stupefied expressions.

He Jiao puts a heavy face and sighs " I think that this time the injuries caused a deep impact on these kids."

Everyone in the room remain silent.

He Jiao dismisses everyone " Alright, everyone can go back to rest now."