The bad husband wanted to bring his second wife into the house, so I turned around and became his st

The emperor interrupted her, his tone adding a hint of amusement, "I heard that when the Jiang family encountered an unexpected event, the crown prince personally pleaded for you. Have you ever considered this kindness?"

Jiang Yu's heart tightened. She didn't expect the emperor to mention this matter.

She raised her head and looked at the emperor with a determined gaze.

"Your Majesty, I am grateful to the Crown Prince for saving my life, but marriage is a matter of lifelong happiness, and I dare not be careless."

Upon hearing this, the emperor nodded slightly, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes.

"You're right. Marriage is a matter of caution."

He changed the subject.

"However, the Crown Prince is the heir apparent to the throne, and his marriage is crucial to the stability of the country. If you could become the Crown Princess, it would not only be a personal honor for you, but also a comfort to the Jiang family."

Jiang Yu thought secretly in her heart. She understood the meaning of the emperor's words, but she knew her own feelings even more clearly.

She took a deep breath and said firmly again, "Your Majesty, I appreciate your kindness, but my heart is already with someone and I cannot tolerate anyone else. As for the Crown Prince's kindness to me, I am willing to repay him in other ways."

The emperor was silent for a moment, as if examining Jiang Yu's determination.

Finally, he smiled softly and his tone became gentle.

"Okay, I respect your choice."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yu looked towards the emperor with gratitude and bowed, "Your Majesty, I will remember your instructions."

The emperor nodded and motioned her to leave.

Jiang Yu turned around and walked out of the hall, feeling relieved.

I have just made a brave decision, a decision that will affect my life.

Walking out of the hall, Jiang Yu looked up at the sky. The stars were shining brightly, just like her mood at the moment, bright and firm.

She took a deep breath, feeling the coolness of the night breeze across her cheeks, a relieved smile playing on her lips.

The road ahead is still long, but she is ready to meet every challenge and pursue her own happiness.

Lu Shengyuan had been waiting outside the hall. When he saw Jiang Yu coming out, he hurried to greet him.

"Jiang Yu, are you okay?"

He asked with concern, looking carefully at Jiang Yu's face.

Jiang Yu smiled slightly and shook his head, "I'm fine, don't worry."

Hearing this, Lu Shengyuan heaved a sigh of relief. "That's good. I thought His Majesty would embarrass you."

Jiang Yu smiled gently, "Your Majesty is a wise ruler. He respects my choice."

When Lu Shengyuan heard this, a hint of appreciation and respect flashed in his eyes.

"So what are your plans next?"

he asked.

Jiang Yu pondered for a moment, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

"I'm going to find Xiao Rong. I want to tell him my feelings in person."

She said softly, her tone full of anticipation and determination.

Lu Shengyuan was slightly stunned, then he smiled with understanding.

"Go ahead, I support you."

He patted Jiang Yu on the shoulder and encouraged him.

Jiang Yu looked at Lu Shengyuan gratefully, "Thank you, Prince."

Lu Shengyuan smiled and shook his head, "You're welcome, I wish you happiness."

Lu Shengyuan returned to the Prince's Mansion. It was late at night and the mansion was quiet.

As soon as he stepped through the threshold, Lin Wanqing came up to him and asked anxiously, "Shengyuan, what's going on? The Jiang family..."

Lu Shengyuan smiled slightly, interrupting her worries.

"Wanqing, don't worry. The Jiang family has been cleared of their grievances. Your Majesty is wise and has investigated the truth and restored the Jiang family's innocence."

After hearing this, Lin Wanqing's tense expression finally relaxed.

There was a hint of a smile on the corner of his mouth.

"That's good, that's good. Miss Jiang Yu can finally breathe a sigh of relief."

However, Lu Shengyuan's next words froze her smile on her face.

"But, Your Majesty has another plan."

"What's the plan?"

Lin Wanqing's heart was lifted again, and her eyes were fixed on Lu Shengyuan.

Lu Shengyuan took a deep breath and said slowly, "His Majesty wants Jiang Yu to be the Crown Princess."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing widened her eyes in shock and looked at Lu Shengyuan in disbelief.

"What did you say? Crown Princess? This..."

Lu Shengyuan sighed softly, "I didn't expect things to develop like this, but His Majesty seems to appreciate Jiang Yu quite a bit."

Lin Wanqing was silent for a moment, feeling mixed emotions.

She looked at Lu Shengyuan and said, "She definitely doesn't want to, so what should we do?"

Lu Shengyuan smiled slightly and held Lin Wanqing's hand.

"Of course she doesn't want to, but she already has a plan. She's going to find Xiao Rong. She's always liked Xiao Rong, so no matter what, she wants to fight for him."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing showed a relieved smile on his face.

"That's good. As long as Miss Jiang Yu has made up her mind, we, as her friends, will naturally give our full support."

Lu Shengyuan also laughed when he heard this.

"Yes, I will support her no matter what."

After Jiang Yu left the palace, he went straight to Xiao Rong's residence.

The night was hazy, and the moonlight fell on the bluestone slabs, casting mottled shadows.

Jiang Yu stood in front of the mansion door and took a deep breath, feeling both nervous and expectant.

She knocked on the door gently. After a while, the door opened and a guard stuck his head out.

"Excuse me, young lady, what can I do for you?"

Jiang Yu smiled slightly, "Please inform him that Jiang Yu wants to see Lord Xiao."

When the guard heard this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he nodded.

"Please wait."

After saying that, he turned and went in.

Not long after, the guard came back, followed by Xiao Rong, who looked shocked.

"Jiang Yu? Why are you here?"

Xiao Rong looked at Jiang Yu in the moonlight, and an inexplicable emotion surged in his heart.

Jiang Yu smiled slightly, "I have something I want to tell you, can we go in and talk?"

Xiao Rong nodded and made way.

The two of them sat in the study, and the atmosphere was a little subtle.

Jiang Yu took a deep breath and broke the silence first.

"Xiao Rong, I came here today to tell you that I like you and I want to be with you. No matter where you go, I will follow you."

She finished speaking in one breath, a relieved smile on her face.

When Xiao Rong heard this, he was stunned and looked at Jiang Yu in disbelief.

"You...what did you say?"

Jiang Yu smiled slightly and repeated, "I said I like you, Xiao Rong."

This time, Xiao Rong heard every word clearly, and his heart was filled with indescribable excitement and joy.

There was a gentle light in Xiao Rong's eyes, like the brightest stars in the night sky.

"You and I have already decided on our feelings. I don't understand why you suddenly said it tonight? Did something happen?"

When Jiang Yu heard this, a warm feeling surged in her heart. She shook her head gently and looked at Xiao Rong tenderly.

"Nothing serious has happened, it's just... I don't want to wait any longer, I don't want to miss out any more, I want to be with you, no matter what the future holds, I'm willing to face it with you."

When she said this, Jiang Yu's face flushed and she lowered her head shyly.

She had never expressed her emotions so openly before, but at this moment, she felt extremely relaxed and comfortable.

Seeing this, Xiao Rong was deeply moved.

He gently placed Jiang Yu's hand on his cheek, feeling the warmth and authenticity.

"Jiang Yu, you know what? I never thought I would be so lucky to have your favor."