Chapter 392: Give in

Su Qingwan enjoyed the company of the other women at the banquet, and even some of the ladies from the aristocratic families who had previously looked down on her were now very obedient. Su Qingwan's status at the banquet was second only to that of the eldest princess, who disdained socializing and devoted herself to government affairs. Henceforth, Su Qingwan would be honored at banquets for the women of the capital.

The value of the girls who have a good relationship with Su Qingwan has increased. Even Miss Zhang Er, who once had a delicate status in the Zhang family, is now living a very good life. Su Qingwan does not care about the status of the people she employs, as long as they can help her do good things. Miss Zhang Er is efficient and smart, but she is a little cruel. She doesn't care, she can't harm anyone in the Lu family, and a knife like this is more useful than those of the Lu family's sisters. Su Qingwan has changed a lot about her and uses her very smoothly.

Because of her good relationship with Su Qingwan, Miss Zhang Er is respected in the Zhang family. Her mother also lives a good life and respects Su Qingwan more and more. This can be considered a two-way achievement and each party gets what they need.

No one dared to cause trouble at Xiaoyuer's full moon party, unless they thought their life was too long.

Second Miss Zhang found an opportunity to inform Su Qingwan about the Li family's affairs. The Li family hated her to the core, and they also had the poison that caused Ding's miscarriage. Su Qingwan asked Second Miss Zhang to keep an eye on her. In fact, before Su Qingwan gave birth, the Li family still did not give up and planned to secretly make a move. Second Miss Zhang reported the news in time, avoiding a disaster.

The Li family has been deeply rooted in the capital for many years, but even though the tree falls and the monkeys scatter, there are still some diehard loyalists who always seize the opportunity to seek revenge. Miss Zhang Er said, "They've been quiet in the old house recently, but with Xilin's defeat, Huainan's stability, and the young master's safe birth, all the good things have fallen on you. They're still full of resentment when they pay tribute to their mother and sister, and your uncle has restrained your cousins. But they also want to return to the center of power. The three years agreed upon... I'm afraid they can't hold back, so they've been trying to find a way back to the capital lately."

"Human greed is like a snake swallowing an elephant. They clearly agreed to withdraw from the capital for a few years, and I spared their lives. Now they regret it. How ridiculous."

"Princess, actually... I suggest that if we give them a little sweet treat, maybe we can appease them and prevent them from taking risky actions." Miss Zhang Er suggested tentatively.

Su Qingwan turned and looked at the banquet. It was full of colorful flowers and bustling with activity. It seemed like a peaceful and tranquil time. However, she knew in her heart how many hidden tricks and arrows were hidden there.

"I understand. The principle of compromise is for the happy. My family is perfect, my husband is powerful, and my nephew governs a fiefdom. My life is fulfilling. Why should I be so aggressive? The happier I am, the more jealous my enemies become. The oaths they once promised may no longer count." Su Qingwan's face was calm. "So, I should give them a little sweet treat to give them hope. If I push them too hard, they'll fall into a cycle of hatred again."

Miss Zhang Er knew that the princess was intelligent and would certainly understand her concerns. "My eldest cousin has a close confidant from Miaojiang who knows some unorthodox methods. The young prince is still young, and the princess and the prince can't keep an eye on him all the time. The hatred will never be resolved and it's hard to guard against. Even if you kill everyone in the Li family, someone will avenge them. It's better to slowly dilute the hatred."

Su Qingwan felt that it was not easy for Miss Zhang, a girl from the boudoir, to understand all this. "What do you think?"

"I know the princess won't really let them return to the capital, but I can give them some hope, just like a donkey trying to eat a carrot: it's always hanging on its lips, but it can never get to it. But there's always hope. If I finally fulfill their wish, they'll naturally be grateful."

Su Qingwan chuckled, "I'll consider your words. You can also talk to the Li family."

Miss Zhang Er was startled. "Yes, I understand!"