Chapter 166 What evil intentions could Princess Heng possibly have?

Jiang Fenghua was stunned. What he said was true. It was precisely because everyone felt that marrying into the royal family would not only bring wealth and honor, but also ensure a life free from worries about food and clothing, that no one was willing to give it up.

What does she seek in this second life? Nothing more than supreme honor.

Jiang Fenghua said calmly, "It's up to you, but if you can't protect yourself from harm and just keep tolerating things to keep your position as a princess, I don't think that's advisable. Even if you marry a prince, you'll still be the one who gets hurt and suffers in the end. What's the point of getting the position of princess?"

“But what can I do? What can we women do? They threaten to divorce us at the drop of a hat. Where is there any way for us women to survive?” Princess Yu sighed. “To tell you the truth, the thing I’ve heard most often over the years is that we can’t have children. A woman who can’t have children will be cursed no matter who she marries. It’s better to marry a prince. At least she’ll have a noble status and won’t go hungry or cold. It’s better than many homeless women in the world, like those women in Jishantang. They have nothing.”

“At least they can start a new life. They have gained their freedom, and they won’t have to beg for help,” Jiang Fenghua said.

Princess Yu said, "That's because they were lucky enough to meet the kind-hearted Princess Heng who took them in. Otherwise, who would know what their fate would have been? Some of them might have died long ago, and some might have been forced into prostitution or lowly servants. There are countless pitiful people in the world, you just don't know it."

She was simply being tormented and humiliated by Consort Yan. Once Consort Yan had exhausted all her methods of tormenting her, she would be at her wits' end.

Hearing Luo Ziqiong's words, Jiang Fenghua was speechless. In her previous life, she was also the Princess Consort of Heng, and her life was much better than Luo Ziqiong's, even worse.

If she hadn't been reborn, how could she have founded Lingyun Manor, or even saved Tan Wanqing's life? She would have died long ago, Lingyun Manor wouldn't exist, and there would be no Jishantang as we know it today. Everything is a cycle of cause and effect; there is no effect without a cause.

Jiang Fenghua accompanied Luo Ziqiong to Jishantang. Everyone was very happy to see her and surrounded her, telling her many interesting stories that happened at Jishantang. In particular, the children ran up to her, wanting to read to her, and everyone wanted to show off.

Tan Wanqing quickly stopped them, "Don't crowd around the princess, she's carrying a little baby."

Upon hearing this, the children scattered.

Jiang Fenghua said, "You two study hard, and when my baby is born, you can teach him to read, okay?"

"Okay," everyone said in unison.

Jiang Fenghua then said, "Let me test you. What is the role of a teacher?"

The crowd said in unison, "A teacher is one who imparts knowledge, instructs in skills, and resolves doubts! No one is born with knowledge..."

Jiang Fenghua smiled and said, "I am very pleased that you have all studied so well. Princess Yu and I still have things to do, so you should all go and have fun."

"Yes, goodbye, Your Highness," the children said in unison, all of them being very sensible.

Only after the children left did Tan Wanqing say, "The princess hasn't come for a month. They've all been working hard, hoping to be praised by the princess when they see her again. I've also had someone teach them basic skills, thinking they should learn some martial arts to strengthen their bodies. The weather is too cold, the more they practice, the better they'll be."

Princess Yu followed along, her eyes filled with envy. Seeing how adorable these children were, she longed for a child of her own. She wished she could have one too, but alas, she couldn't give birth.

Considering Princess Yu's feelings, Jiang Fenghua changed the subject, "We actually came here on the Emperor's orders..."

She explained the situation to Tan Wanqing. Fortunately, they were already prepared. This matter was not difficult for Jishantang at all. The imperial court would also give them money, and soon Jishantang would have a large sum of money. With money, everyone would not have to worry about getting through the winter.

After discussing the matter, Jiang Fenghua led Princess Yu out of the hall and happened to run into Ye Susu carrying a basket of medicinal herbs.

Ye Susu also saw Jiang Fenghua, and she bowed respectfully, saying, "This humble woman greets Princess Heng."

She could have stayed at Prince Heng's mansion, but Lin Feng brought her here instead. She didn't know what to say, knowing that Jishantang was under the management of Prince Heng's mansion. She figured if she stayed, she would eventually see Prince Heng again. But Prince Heng had gone to war again, and she wanted to leave Jishantang.

Jiang Fenghua saw through her desire to climb the social ladder at a glance, but pretended not to know anything and asked with concern, "Miss Ye, are you getting used to living at Jishan Hall?"

"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I am alright. It is my good fortune to have a place to stay," Ye Susu said softly.

"I've heard the Prince mention that Miss Ye is skilled in medicine." Jiang Fenghua stared at the herbs in her basket.

"I do know a little. My ancestors were barefoot doctors, and later my father opened a pharmacy in town, so I learned a bit from them," she said.

Jiang Fenghua thought that Su Tingwan was trying every means to go to the border, simply to regain Xie Shang's favor. She didn't dare to speculate on how much Xie Shang still had feelings for her. Men's thoughts are ever-changing. When would he start spoiling her? Whether it was just pretense or genuine feelings, she wanted to make Su Tingwan unhappy.

Moreover, in her previous life, during Su Tingwan's pregnancy, Yunfang took the opportunity to get into Xie Shang's bed, and eventually she also gained a title. Although she was not very favored, Xie Shang did not leave her unused.

In this life, Su Tingwan has no children, and Yunfang is entangled with Ji Chen, so she has no chance to get into Xie Shang's bed, but others still have a chance!

The Empress has already begun selecting suitable women from among the ministers' daughters to send to Prince Heng's residence. As Prince Heng's wife, how could she refuse Empress Cheng's offer to send women into the residence?

Since Ye Susu's intentions are not pure either, let's give her a hand and see if she can outmaneuver Su Tingwan, or if she can successfully climb to the top under Su Tingwan's nose.

"The border is in dire need of attention. The imperial court is now recruiting doctors and physicians from the people. Anyone with real skills, regardless of gender, can sign up to join the army and go to the border." Jiang Fenghua had a sincere smile on her face. "I heard from Master Tan that since Miss Ye came to Jishantang, she has devoted all her attention to medicine. She has even taught the people in Jishantang to learn medicine. It is truly commendable that Miss Ye has such superb medical skills."

Ye Susu saw that her eyes were clear and she had no scheming or cunning. Everyone in Jishantang said that Princess Heng was the kindest and most compassionate woman. Thanks to her, they had a place to live and make a living. People living here, especially children, regardless of gender, had the opportunity to study and learn to read and write. They had equal rights.

What evil intentions could a princess like this have?

Ye Susu originally wanted to travel to the border alone, hoping to have a chance to meet Prince Heng. However, she didn't expect the government to recruit doctors from the common people. Wouldn't that give her an even better chance to meet Prince Heng? His Highness is so brave and extraordinary, handsome and dashing, with a divine appearance. He is a rare beauty in the world.

Hope rekindled in her heart.

Seeing the joy in her eyes, Jiang Fenghua turned around and left.