After the elder's wife's analysis and persuasion, Song Ziyu made up his mind about the matter.
Leaving this spot for Aunt Ru's unborn child is indeed the most advantageous choice for the Song family, except... it's somewhat unfair to Song Lin.
After all, the eldest son was bypassed, and the benefits were given to the unborn youngest son.
Once Gu Yurong comes out of the Censorate, who knows what kind of trouble she'll cause.
Song Ziyu felt a headache just thinking about it, so he kept it from Song Lin for the time being and instead tried to please Aunt Ru by telling her the news.
Aunt Ru was stunned for a moment and couldn't recover from the shock.
After realizing what had happened, they were overjoyed.
After swaying Song Ziyu with a few sweet words, she personally went to Xingzhi Courtyard with generous gifts and earnestly said...
"I know that the child in my womb has such a good fortune thanks to you, Madam."
Jiang Wan always acts in a methodical and orderly manner.
After hearing Song Ziyu's account of the matter, Aru recalled what Jiang Wan had said to Madam Yuan the night before. At the time, she hadn't thought much of it, but now she realized that every word she said was biased towards her.
She didn't dare to think that way at the time, so she was completely unaware.
Aru's eyes welled up with tears: "I was born into a lowly family, and I never imagined my child would be so fortunate..."
"Pregnant women should not cry easily."
Jiang Wan said softly.
“Last time you risked your life to cover for me in front of the Crown Prince, I remember that kindness, and I should repay you.”
Aru is not only bold, but also very tight-lipped.
The matter was kept completely secret from beginning to end, thanks to Aru's efficient handling of the situation.
Aru shook her head: "This reward is too much."
"That's not all."
Jiang Wan smiled and looked at him.
“Yu’er will achieve great things in the army in the future. If he has a capable younger brother and a younger sister to help him, it will be a great help to him.”
"The future of the General's Mansion will ultimately fall on their shoulders."
Upon hearing this, Aru was even more excited.
Judging from Jiang Wan's words, her plans for her child are not limited to Chongwen Hall, but extend to a much longer-term perspective.
She knelt down, supporting her belly, and bowed deeply to Jiang Wan.
"Everything is up to you, Madam."
After Aru left, Biluo couldn't help but ask, "Is Madam really going to give her such a good opportunity? Don't you dislike the General's Mansion?"
"I'm dealing with these few people living in the house, not the general's mansion."
Jiang Wan's eyes were indifferent.
The General's Mansion is the foundation laid by the Song family's ancestors over generations; it would be a great pity to destroy it.
Not only would it implicate countless soldiers, but it would also damage the strength of the Great Yong Kingdom. She did not want innocent people to die for her hatred.
Song Yu is a promising talent, capable of upholding the honor of the Song family, but he has no relatives and is all alone.
If Aru's children can be friendly and respectful to him, and live a close and loving relationship with him, he will not be too lonely in the future.
"Judging by the days, Gu Yurong will be leaving the Shenxing Division soon."
Jiang Wan took a sip of tea, a slight smile playing on her lips.
"I wonder how the mother and son will react when they hear this news?"
Biluo pouted: "The Gu family already dislikes Aunt Ru. Once they find out about this, they will definitely harbor resentment towards the Song family. And Song Lin, he'll definitely cause a huge uproar."
Jiang Wan's eyes were filled with laughter: "It must be very lively."
She just didn't get to see the excitement.
On the day Gu Yurong returned home, Jiang Wan was summoned to the palace.
It is said that the bandits who injured Pei Jin near Hanshan Temple that day have been found to have clues. After learning about this, the Empress invited her to the palace for a talk.
The Queen's spirits have recovered quite well.
After using Jiang Wan's prescription for a few days, the acne scars on my body had faded by eight or nine-tenths, and unless you looked closely, you couldn't see anything unusual.
"I heard that a group of bandits from the northern mountains outside the capital were all captured by Minister Ji. His Majesty even went to the interrogation site in person. After returning, he was furious and went directly to Consort Yun's palace, where he punished Pei Feng with thirty strokes of the cane and imprisoned him in the palace, forbidding him from leaving without being summoned."
Jiang Wan said, "Uncle is very efficient in handling cases. He found out about the eldest prince so quickly."
The Empress also shook her head: "Let bygones be bygones Pei Feng’s past absurdities. His Majesty hates fratricide the most. This time, he is truly disappointed in him."
"Consort Yun knelt before the palace all night, but she couldn't persuade His Majesty to soften his heart. Her two sons were seriously injured, and her eyes were swollen from crying."
Jiang Wan was surprised to hear this: "How come Pei Xi is injured too?"
"When His Majesty was punishing Pei Feng with a cane, he rushed forward to block a few blows," the Empress said with a sigh. "This child is honest and kind-hearted, but unfortunately, his biological mother and brother are too ambitious, which has dragged him down for no reason."
Jiang Wan sighed inwardly and turned to Biluo.
"Send some of the wound medicine I prepared to Pei Xi."
Biluo accepted the order and left, and the Empress naturally took over the conversation.
“Ah Wan, when did your medical skills become so good? Emerald told me that my illness came on suddenly, and if it weren’t for you, I would probably be in grave danger.”
As she spoke, she gave a wink to a servant, and a maid brought out a set of gorgeous palace attire from the inner room.
"It was just made in a rush, try the size."
Jiang Wan took it, examined it carefully, and her eyes widened slightly: "Your Majesty... this is the regulation for a second-rank imperial consort."
The Empress smiled gently: "The benefits of Chongwen Hall did not fall on your head, so they cannot be considered a reward. I really wanted to give you something, but Xuan'er said that no gold or silver treasures are as practical as this."
Pei Xuan's original suggestion was to bestow upon Jiang Wan the title of First-Rank Imperial Consort, but the Empress rejected the idea.
Jiang Wan was originally a third-rank imperial consort, but she was promoted beyond her rank, which made her too prominent.
Moreover, first-rank imperial consorts are rare in this dynasty, and most of them are over fifty years old and are granted the title based on their husbands' family honors. If Jiang Wan becomes a first-rank imperial consort so easily, it may not be a good thing for her.
Jiang Wan was naturally unaware of the details behind the scenes.
Holding the palace dress, she was speechless for a moment.
She was indifferent to fame and fortune; her desire to attain the rank of a first-class noblewoman was merely a means to cancel her arranged marriage with the Song family.
We are now one step closer to our goal.
"Your Majesty treats me so well," she said.
The Empress patted her hand and smiled, saying, "His Majesty has agreed. The decree will be announced on the day of the silkworm-raising ceremony. Go back and prepare."
Jiang Wan hurriedly expressed her gratitude.
The Empress replied, "There's no need for such formality in front of me. I have something I'd like to ask for your help with."
"Your Majesty, please speak."
"On the day of the silkworm-raising ceremony, many officials' wives and noble ladies will come. As you know, I have been troubled by Xuan'er's marriage for a long time," the Empress sighed.
Jiang Wan understood: "Does Your Highness want to take this opportunity to help His Highness the Crown Prince with his fortune telling?"
The Empress nodded in agreement: "This year's silkworm-raising ceremony will be held in the tea fields. There is a tea plantation behind it, with elegant scenery. The weather is just right now, making it a suitable place for a small gathering."
"That makes sense," Jiang Wan asked. "Then what does Your Majesty want me to do?"
The Empress blinked: "Xuan'er is very resistant to marriage. If we tell him directly, he will definitely refuse..."
"You want me to lead the Crown Prince to the tea house?" Jiang Wan asked.
"In the entire palace, only you and he can truly connect." The Empress looked at her with solicitous eyes.
Jiang Wan finally nodded: "Okay, I'll try my best, but I can't guarantee it will succeed."
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