An unexpected side quest notification.

Jiang Yue was somewhat bewildered, but upon reflection, it made sense; deviating from the main plot would naturally lead to the creation of side stories.

However, it seems that even embarking on side quests has had no impact on the tasks set by the system.

As long as the main characters in this book achieve a happy ending, regardless of who they are with, it doesn't deviate from the main theme.

She is still alive and well, and the male and female protagonists have found happiness. So she may not even need to wait a few years or a dozen years to complete the task assigned to her.

Jiang Yue pursed her lips: "What's the side story?"

System: [I don't know, I'm just responsible for broadcasting, hee hee~]

Jiang Yue simply couldn't understand what was so funny about him, that he could still laugh at a time like this.

Jiang Yue gradually figured out the experience, and she asked uncertainly, "Is it because Zhou Ji doesn't like Zhao Shuyan anymore? Their storyline is different from the book, so a side story that didn't exist has appeared."

The system thought for a moment: "That should be true."

The system probably assumed that the noble princess, unaware of the plot, had already gone off like a runaway horse, never to return.

The reason why people are now aware of the need to trigger side quests is because the main storyline has become a mess and has long deviated from the original setting.

Jiang Yue nodded. It seemed that even if the plot was different from the original story, it wouldn't affect her much.

If the main storyline is blocked, there are still side quests to follow.

Jiang Yue then asked, "What constitutes a happy ending?"

Does it count if the male and female protagonists each find their own happiness?

She wasn't stupid; she could figure it out by carefully analyzing the details. The system never suddenly logs on to remind her when nothing is happening.

Since there's a progress indicator, it means the plot is moving forward.

So, has Zhao Shuyan started a new life of her own?

Jiang Yue still felt a sense of unfamiliarity with Zhao Shuyan. She didn't like her, but she wouldn't deliberately make things difficult for her.

Jiang Yue could also see Zhao Shuyan's intentions towards Zhou Ji; it wasn't just a woman's infatuation with a man, but more of an ambition to conquer him.

The system didn't know how to explain it either.

In fact, the story could have gradually come to an end the moment Jiang Yue fell in love with Zhou Ji.

Everything will eventually come to light.

Every cause and effect eventually comes to an end.

Sooner or later.

The system continued with a curt explanation: "It's like this, then like that, and finally like this and like that."

Despite being rendered speechless by the system countless times, Jiang Yue still found it baffling. [Aren't you just spouting nonsense?]

The system continued to evade the question: "As long as everyone has a bright future, we've succeeded!"

Jiang Yue was silent for a moment, then said, "I understand."

She and Zhou Ji are in a relationship, which is one of the possible happy endings.

Zhao Shuyan dating someone else is also one of the possible endings.

This system, that lackey, is good at nothing but flattery: "Your Highness is truly the most intelligent human I have ever met."

Jiang Yue remained silent, feeling a sense of relief. Now that Zhao Shuyan's side story had begun, the progress should be slow. Feelings often come unexpectedly and can never be manipulated; they are things that happen naturally.

Just like today.

She did nothing, yet the plot was subtly propelled forward.

All she needs to do is wait.

Be patient and wait it out.

Moreover, she's not really suffering right now; at least during this time dating Zhou Ji, she's been quite happy.

Jiang Yue said, "I know what happened."

System: [Awooooo!]

Jiang Yue didn't ask any more questions, and since the system had nothing else to do, she continued to treat it like a dead person who kept its mouth shut.

Jiang Yue didn't ask anyone about Zhao Shuyan's current life.

She was already struggling with how to explain things to Zhou Ji when she left.

She reached the end of the book earlier than she had imagined; she had originally thought she and Zhou Ji would have several more years.

She was a little downcast.

Since she likes Zhou Ji, she has already considered him one of her own.

Can she bring Zhou Ji back to Jiang Kingdom as well?

Would he be willing?

Jiang Yue's sullen mood lasted for several days, and her family members didn't know why she was unhappy.

It's not the kind of unhappiness where you're just sulking.

Instead, it was a low point.

I often space out, and I don't even know what I'm thinking about.

Qin Zhao had someone investigate privately, and it turned out that things had been calm these past few days, and nothing had happened around her.

The recording of the program went smoothly.

There was no further controversy online.

Sun Chengfeng's case has gone to trial, and the verdict should be delivered in the next few days. The result should be satisfactory.

It seemed that nothing was bothering her.

Apart from her and Zhou Ji.

As the elder brother, Qin Zhao still had to ask the question: "Has Zhou Ji upset you lately?"

Jiang Yue shook her head: "No."

To be honest, Qin Zhao was a little disappointed. He paused for a moment and said, "Don't wrong yourself. Your brother is someone you can trust, and you don't need to be afraid of Zhou Ji."

Qin Zhao was still somewhat unwilling to give up as he said this.

How could there not be arguments?

Don't all couples argue?

Why can't she and Zhou Ji argue?

If they keep arguing, won't they eventually break up?

“If he makes you unhappy, you can dump him. If he can only make you angry, then he can’t provide you with emotional value.” Qin Zhao’s words seemed devoid of any personal feelings, and were entirely based on rational analysis: “As for money, my family can support you. You don’t need to rely on his money to live.”

Jiang Yue understood Qin Zhao's good intentions, and she looked at him with great emotion: "Zhou Ji and I are still in the honeymoon phase. He dotes on me and I really am not unhappy because of him. I have other things to worry about."

Despite his disappointment, Qin Zhao was willing to help her resolve her troubles. "Tell me what you think," he said.

Jiang Yue hesitated for a moment, then looked at Qin Zhao seriously and asked with utmost sincerity, "If I were to ask Zhou Ji to become my son-in-law, do you think he would agree?"

Qin Zhao remained silent.

I never expected her to have this idea.

A slight smile curved his lips. "Why wouldn't you agree?"

Qin Zhao continued, "This is not an excessive request. If he truly loves you, he shouldn't mind these trivial matters."

Based on Qin Zhao's understanding of Zhou Ji, he felt that Zhou Ji would never agree.

But in front of her younger sister, of course she had to take this opportunity to elevate her to a high position.

Make him lose face.