Xuanyuan Peng raised an eyebrow, neither confirming nor denying.
Believe it or not, it's actually possible!
"This Holy Maiden from the Southern Frontier wanted to marry this brat at my birthday banquet. I bet she's after him!"
Xuanyuan Peng said this with a rather smug air.
His son looks exactly like Ya'er. As a child, he was a cute little dumpling, and as he grew up, he became a handsome and refined man. Putting aside his martial arts skills, character, abilities, and power, his face alone was enough to make women flock to him!
Of course, coupled with his other outstanding qualities, he naturally attracted even more women. In the capital city alone, countless women were in love with this young man.
Xiangnan borders the Southern Frontier, so this young man must have known this Southern Frontier Saintess before, causing her to fall deeply in love with him and follow him all the way to the capital.
He was right. It's not a festival, he's just celebrating his birthday. Why would the Southern Frontier send someone to congratulate him, especially their Holy Maiden? That's so strange!
Moreover, this Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang has been staying in the palace for several days, and she hasn't come to say goodbye. It's probably because she was rejected when she proposed to that boy before, and she's still not giving up. She still has fantasies about him, so she's been staying in the palace and refusing to leave.
“Your Majesty, the marriage alliance between Southern Xinjiang and Eastern Chu is a good thing. The Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang is in love with our Prince. Would you…” Zong Jiu tentatively suggested.
He was by the emperor's side every day, so he naturally understood the emperor's thoughts.
The Emperor most desires to have his children and grandchildren around him, and for the country to be peaceful and prosperous. A marriage alliance with the Southern Frontier would at least ensure peace in the southern border regions, and there are many benefits to it. The Emperor must want to see the Eastern Chu and the Southern Frontier form a marriage alliance, especially since the Southern Frontier currently has such intentions.
It has to be said that Zong Jiu really hit the nail on the head when he said that.
Southern Xinjiang is rich in various precious medicinal herbs, as well as rare timber, minerals, silk fabrics, and so on. Naturally, a marriage alliance with Southern Xinjiang would bring many benefits.
However, recalling his conversation with that brat Xuanyuan Zhan, Xuanyuan Peng shook his head as if possessed: "No, no! That brat clearly has no interest in that Southern Frontier Saintess. I'd better not get involved in this mess!"
If you were to bestow two concubines upon that brat, he'd be ready to tear the palace apart every day. This Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang has a special status; one concubine position probably wouldn't be enough to settle her. If you were to force her back into the position of principal wife, squeezing out Su Xuening's position, who knows how he'd start causing trouble for him!
It's not just this kid, there's Ya'er too!
I don't know what kind of bewitching drug Su Xuening gave Ya'er and that boy. Not only is that boy infatuated with her, but Ya'er also spoils her rotten!
Whether it's that kid or Ya'er causing trouble, he can't handle it!
To be honest, aside from being the Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang, that woman is really inferior to Su Xuening in every other aspect. She's not as beautiful as Su Xuening, nor as well-educated and sensible, and she doesn't possess the dignified and gentle demeanor of a woman from the capital. She's really not good enough for their son.
Moreover, even if she is the Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang is just a small tribe and nothing special. Su Xuening is a noblewoman from Eastern Chu and a descendant of loyal officials. In terms of status, Su Xuening is no less than the Holy Maiden of Southern Xinjiang and is worthy of their son.
The key issue is that her son is obsessed with Su Xuening and doesn't want any other woman. There's really nothing she can do about it.
Having figured it out, Xuanyuan Peng sighed softly: "Alright, just pretend I don't know anything about this. Go and tell those palace servants not to gossip."
Don't let trivial matters become a big deal and damage Zhan'er's reputation.
He no longer wanted to arrange a marriage with the Southern Frontier. If this Southern Frontier Holy Maiden had taken a liking to one of his other princes, he might have considered trying to match them up. But if she only had eyes for Zhan'er, he really wouldn't dare to get involved!
He couldn't afford to offend Xuan Yuanzhan! He couldn't afford to offend Bai Fuya even more!!
"Yes," Zong Jiu replied quickly.
Xuanyuan Peng thought for a moment and then instructed, "Also, make sure the Holy Maiden of the Southern Frontier is well taken care of in terms of food, clothing, and other necessities."
Regardless of whether she leaves for the time being or not, she is a guest, and the great nation of Dongchu should maintain its dignity and not neglect its guests.
Zong Jiu bowed: "This old servant understands."
...
Xuanyuan Zhan was unaware of these things happening in the palace. After leaving the palace, he went directly to East Street to find Su Xuening.
When Xuan Yuanzhan arrived at East Street, Bai Shi and Su Xuening had just finished drinking tea at Donghe Teahouse.
Upon seeing Xuan Yuanzhan, Bai Shi and Su Xuening's eyes lit up instantly.
"Ning'er".
Xuan Yuanzhan stepped forward to help Su Xuening, then glanced anxiously at her stomach: "Why did you suddenly decide to go shopping? How are you? Are you tired?"
His gentle and concerned gaze warmed Su Xuening's heart, and she quickly shook her head: "I'm not tired. My mother and I rested at the teahouse for quite a while."
How could I possibly be tired!
Bai Shi also glared at Xuan Yuanzhan: "I'd rather exhaust you to death than let Ning'er get tired."
...Xuanyuan Zhan looked at Bai Shi speechlessly: "Why don't you just have them deliver whatever you want to the Prince's Mansion? Why do you need to come out and shop yourself?"
Bai was too lazy to even acknowledge him: "What's wrong with going out for a stroll on such a nice day? Besides, shopping is only fun if you go out and explore in person. You men don't understand anything!"
"Ignore him, let's go back."
Bai Shi pulled Su Xuening into the carriage, and Xuan Yuanzhan quickly followed.
On a distant street corner, Long Jiaojiao watched the harmonious family of three with a sinister gaze. The jealousy in her heart grew wildly like seaweed, making it hard for her to breathe.
Just as Long Jiaojiao was so jealous that he wanted to kill someone, he heard the whispers of passersby.
"That must have been the Holy King! He's incredibly handsome!"
"Yes, the Holy King is the most handsome man in our capital, no, he should be called the number one handsome man in our Eastern Chu!"
"The Holy Princess is also incredibly beautiful; the two of them standing together look like a celestial couple!"
"That's right. The Holy Princess resembles Madam Su, while the Holy King resembles the Holy Dowager Princess. Back then, the Holy Dowager Princess and Madam Su were the two beauties of our Eastern Chu. How could these two not be a perfect match!"
"This Holy Princess is so favored in the Holy King's mansion. The Holy King's Dowager is practically emptying the entire East Street to pamper her. I heard that the Holy King also dotes on her a lot. He even went to the Liyou Pavilion to learn how to serve women for her sake!"
"Really? That's the Holy King! He would actually do something like this!"
"The male prostitutes at the Liyou Pavilion said it themselves, so how could it be false? Who would dare to spread rumors about the Holy King!"
Hearing these words, Long Jiaojiao's already insane jealousy became even more uncontrollable, and she turned around abruptly with bloodshot eyes.
"Holy Maiden!" Upon seeing this, Karasuma quickly chased after her.
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