“Your Majesty…” Suddenly, Empress Dowager Wei interjected. “…Yu-er’s manner is impeccable. She’s not only skilled in every field but also wise. Aijia admired her highly.” It seemed Empress Dowager Wei took this opportunity to praise her in front of the Emperor to announce her own agenda.
“This time Yu-er and Ming-er came together to help with your royal affair. Your Majesty should not be so indifferent.”
“I know, mother. At this royal banquet, zhen will reward you all handsomely.” In the latter sentence, the Emperor turned to the three people who contributed, not just two of them that were mentioned by the Empress Dowager.
It meant that this time, her implication of tying the knot between Bai Yu and Ouyang Mingxian was not accepted or refused by Ouyang Hongxian. And so, he chose to mention all of them equally.