She could not forget the many lies woven by Gu Chongxuan, which led to the destruction of her family and her tragic death at the South Gate.

Seemingly sensing Zhao Shu's deep sorrow, the Empress Dowager gently patted her back, "Alright, alright, whatever my dear grandson says goes."

"Grandmother loves Ah Jun the most. With Grandmother's love, Ah Jun thinks it's best not to use that set of red agate and pearl jewelry to attract hatred."

"Incite hatred?" The Empress Dowager asked in confusion, having never heard such a novel term before.

However, these three words are simple and easy to understand. Most people understood what they meant instantly, except for His Highness Prince Yong. In the past, Zhao Shu would not have understood either. Born with a silver spoon in her mouth, everything she had seemed to be taken for granted. How could she know about attracting hatred?

As the youngest son of the late emperor and empress dowager, no one ever taught him the meaning of "possessing a treasure is a crime," so having good things was as normal as having nice weather today.

“Yes, good things should naturally be given to those who have worked hard and made great contributions. Ah Jun is still young and has never done anything for Dayong. Grandmother, do you think it would be very enviable for Ah Jun, who has not done anything, to receive that red agate and pearl headdress?” Zhao Shu explained in a serious tone.

The Empress Dowager nodded thoughtfully. She had been careless today. The jewelry was so precious that it had been used by the founding Empress Dowager of the previous dynasty, and it was indeed inappropriate to give it to her beloved grandson.

"What does Ah Jun want? Just tell me, and I'll give it to you." She felt heartbroken. Her own grandson had to be beholden to others just to get something from them. It was outrageous.

"Hmm." Zhao Shu pretended to think hard, and after a while, she asked, "Does A-Jun need anything?"

"Pfft." The Crown Prince laughed and pointed at Zhao Shu, saying, "Grandmother, your grandson knows what A-Jun lacks."