She was exceptionally beautiful, and even her scoundrel appearance was captivating and not at all annoying.
Xiao Wangjun himself was also favored by the eldest princess, so he was not jealous of Fang Xuan and was willing to help Shen Wangshu's infatuation, so he simply nodded.
Of course, although the eldest princess had a good relationship with him, she always maintained a proper demeanor and rarely uttered sweet words.
“He is often looked down upon. Although I can protect him, there are always times when I can’t reach him. Brother-in-law, please keep an eye on him more often.” Shen Wangshu continued her impolite request, single-mindedly planning for Fang Xuan’s future, completely unaware of the livid face of the eldest princess at the door.
King Xiao saw this, raised an eyebrow, and remained silent.
“Those gossipy men outside are always chattering away. If you hear anything about my son Ah Xuan, you must firmly refute them and tell them to shut up.”
These wealthy men love to gossip all the time, and Fang Xuan, being an outlier among men, naturally becomes the target of even more ridicule, often used as a negative example. Shen Wangshu knows Fang Xuan is broad-minded, but she can't bear the thought that just because he doesn't care, people will slander him. Therefore, she complained, "They're all just idle people! If you ask me, a bunch of scheming jerks, none of them are as upright and honest as my Ah Xuan!"
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Seeing that Shen Wangshu started making sweeping generalizations as soon as she opened her mouth, the eldest princess couldn't help but step forward and slap her younger sister.
Shen Wangshu was not one to sit idly by and retorted with a snort, "It's the truth. A bunch of men, insisting on wearing makeup, it hurts to look at them."
Aren't men just for applying makeup?
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The eldest princess took a deep breath, feeling that her younger sister was becoming increasingly neurotic.
"In any case, brother-in-law, you have to help me." Xiao Wangjun was the kind of person who didn't like to wear makeup; he only carried a faint scent of green bamboo, and was elegant and clean.
He smiled and nodded, but the eldest princess frowned and said, "Your brother-in-law still has to take care of Mei'er, you're not allowed to bother him."
Mei'er is the eldest princess's only daughter. She is still an infant, fair-skinned and extremely cute. Shen Wangshu thought of her previous life when she was escorted away by loyal guards and was in a sorry state. Then she thought of the gentle and refined Prince Xiao with a faint smile in front of her and her eyes darkened.
She sighed inwardly and nodded, saying, "Just invite Ah Xuan. I won't make things difficult for my brother-in-law." She paused and then said gently to the eldest princess, "The second prince is always a hypocrite, and he has a few followers in court. Although I am useless, I still have some insight."
It's better for the eldest princess to ascend the throne than for the second princess. Shen Wangshu didn't even think about becoming an empress herself. She said gently, "Although Mother Empress is in her prime, we daughters have all grown up. I'm afraid that daughters are no longer daughters, but rather people we should be wary of."
"Shut up!" the eldest princess shouted, walking out the door and ordering someone to guard the door and not let anyone in.
Her household was naturally filled with loyal people, many of whom had died for their master in the past. Shen Wangshu wasn't worried about anyone leaking anything and watched with a smile.
"You really dare to say anything with that mouth of yours!" The eldest princess thought to herself with great satisfaction.
If her younger sister really has some ideas, she'll have another arm to lean on.
She certainly hoped that her younger sister could accompany her on the road to the throne.
After all, the third princess lost her father at birth, and the eldest princess had always cared for her younger sister since childhood, treating her like a second daughter.
Shen Wangshu felt a warmth in her heart as she met the First Princess's concerned gaze.
In all her worlds, she seemed to have a strong connection with family, as her father, mother, and sister all treated her with genuine kindness.
Thinking of the people who had once cherished her, Shen Wangshu's gaze softened even more, and she said softly, "If one cannot speak freely in the royal palace, it would be too boring." Her words were filled with affection, and the eldest princess couldn't help but feel even more comforted.
The eldest princess barely remembered the conflicts of the past years, except for the affection and dependence her younger sister showed her when their relationship was still harmonious. Thinking of the past, she became even gentler and sighed, "She's finally become more sensible." In the past, the third princess was completely fooled by Consort Lin and her father, which infuriated the eldest princess.
So now that she sees her younger sister getting closer to her again, the eldest princess is very pleased.
Overjoyed, the eldest princess decided to grant her younger sister's wish to end her unrequited love.
Although it might draw attention if the commander of the main camp in the outskirts of the capital visited the princess's gate, the eldest princess didn't think it was a problem. She and Prince Xiao sent an invitation to Fang Xuan, inviting him to come over.
Shen Wangshu was eagerly waiting, but shamelessly refused to return to her own meager royal residence. Although the Xiao royal residence wasn't as wealthy as the Luan royal residence, it still had a house. The Xiao royal prince placed the house in a courtyard not far from the eldest princess's study, and then brought his fair and adorable little daughter to show Shen Wangshu.
The soft, white little thing would normally be something Shen Wangshu would really like, but for now, she could only offer a perfunctory kiss. She then went to the study with the eldest princess, casually glancing around before slowly saying, "I haven't finished what I was saying yet..."
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"It's been a long time since you've stayed at Prince Xiao's residence," the eldest princess remarked, rambling on and on.
Shen Wangshu stared speechlessly at his elder sister.
Back when the eldest princess had just gotten married and established her own residence, and the third princess and she had a good relationship, she did often stay at Prince Xiao's residence.
As for what happened later... let's not even go into it.
"What's wrong?" The eldest princess asked with a smile when she saw Shen Wangshu's speechless expression.
"We're talking about serious matters."
“You are the real deal.” The eldest princess sighed softly, walked over and stroked her younger sister’s hair, speaking gently as if to a former child, “Why have I been fighting so hard in the court? In my early years it was for you and me, and later for your brother-in-law and your niece. Think about it yourself, if it weren’t one of us sisters who ascended the throne, would you and I have a chance to survive? It’s for that reason that I’ve been working so hard. But if I lose you all for this power, what’s the point of me fighting for this position?”
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