Traveling through the busy farmland of a peasant girl

Shen Li supported her mother as they slowly walked into the banquet hall. Luo Lingchen, Su Ran, Nangong Qi, Chu Fengmian, Wolf Little Six, Ball Little Seven, Goose Little Eight, Little Koi, and the rest followed in. She knew that with so many people following her, she wouldn't be able to reminisce with her mother alone, so she said, "Mom, I'll just briefly tell you what happened in the past few years."

Shen Li organized her thoughts and started from when she woke up from a coma and found herself in Xiqi. She described in detail the thrill of entering the Xiqi Palace to present a memorial, the reason why she rushed to Dongsheng and Li Chen, and her experience of returning to Jinghai Town, Beichen, to fight against the enemy with her father. Finally, she mentioned her experiences of patrolling the borders of the four countries while riding a dragon. Her words were concise but clear.

Zhang Xiu Niang listened intently. After Shen Li finished, she carefully examined her daughter, feeling a sense of strangeness. In her memory, her daughter was still the eight-year-old girl with two pigtails. But since she arrived in the capital and opened Fuxilou, her daughter's life had unleashed a wild horse, embarking on a completely different path.

Shen Li felt uncomfortable being stared at by her mother, and hurriedly explained: "Mom, you know I have that mysterious space, and I do all these things for world peace, so that the people don't have to live such a hard life. Have you forgotten the hard days we had in Qingshan Village? I don't want to live that kind of life again, picking grass for pigs all day and still not having enough to eat."

Zhang Xiu Niang's eyes were filled with love. She nodded gently and said with emotion, "Yes! Our family can have the changes we have today and live a good life, all thanks to you, Li'er."

Then, Zhang Xiu Niang frowned again, her face full of worry. She lowered her voice unconsciously and asked with some uneasiness: "But, you said that your emperor father made you the crown princess. What does he mean? Does he want you to be the emperor?" Her words were full of worry about her daughter's future. After all, the matter of the throne was of great importance and contained countless risks.

Shen Li looked at her mother's worried expression and couldn't help but smile with a bit of calmness and composure in her smile. She reached out and gently patted the back of her mother's hand, comforting her: "Mom, you don't have to worry so much. Tomorrow I will go to the palace to find my emperor father. He has hinted to me a long time ago that I should ascend the throne as soon as possible. He said that he has been the emperor long enough and wants to relax a little. He told me all this in his previous letter." Her tone was relaxed, trying to dispel the haze in her mother's heart and let her know that everything was under control.

"Also, mother, let me introduce you to your sons-in-law." Shen Li spoke with a smile, a bit of shyness and pride on her face, and then pointed at Luo Lingchen, Su Ran, Nangong Qi and Chu Fengmian, introducing them one by one.

She pointed at Luo Lingchen and said, "This is Emperor Lichen, Luo Lingchen." Luo Lingchen immediately stepped forward, his posture erect, a respectful smile on his face. He bowed slightly and bowed deeply, saying loudly, "My dear mother-in-law, how are you?"

Then, Shen Li pointed at Su Ran and introduced him, "This is Emperor Su Ran of Dongsheng." Su Ran also walked forward slowly and gracefully, performing a standard salute. His voice was gentle, "How is my mother-in-law?"

Then, she looked at Nangong Qi and said, "Prince Nangong Qi of Xiqi." Nangong Qi had a handsome face and walked over with steady steps. He saluted respectfully and said modestly, "How are you, mother-in-law?"

Finally, Shen Li introduced Chu Fengmian: "Heavenly Secret Pavilion Master Chu Fengmian." Chu Fengmian smiled and walked over gracefully. He bowed and said in a clear voice: "My mother-in-law is well."

Zhang's heart was in turmoil, but she still maintained a gentle smile on her face and said in a soft voice: "Please sit down. You have worked hard to protect Li'er over the years!" After she finished speaking, she raised her hand and waved gently, indicating that everyone should sit down.

Shen Xuan's mind raced, and in the blink of an eye, he had grasped the key. It dawned on him: no wonder the emperor named his sister the Crown Princess. Perhaps he was worried she would marry far away, leaving Beichen seldom seen again. Currently, the leaders of the other three kingdoms were all his sister's followers. If she ascended the throne in Beichen, it would be a win-win situation. From now on, all three kingdoms would have to respect Beichen as their superior, thus significantly solidifying Beichen's position among the four kingdoms. Thinking of this, Shen Xuan couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Who had ever said the emperor was mediocre? This plan showed profound foresight and wisdom.

Although Shen Xuan was clever enough to guess the deeper meaning behind the Emperor's decision to name his sister the Crown Princess, he hadn't anticipated the situation in the other three kingdoms would be far more catastrophic. Luo Lingchen, Su Ran, and Nangong Qi, for Shen Li's sake, had all considered giving up the throne.

Luo Lingchen, the undisputed emperor of Lichen, gazed down upon the vast mountains and rivers of Lichen, his mind filled with Shen Li. He knew that if he wanted to stay with Shen Li forever, the throne of emperor would become a bondage. After much deliberation, he decided to cast aside the heavy burden of the crown and follow Shen Li's footsteps, even if it meant just ordinary companionship.

Su Ran, the ruler of Dongsheng, is known for his decisiveness, but he also finds tenderness in Shen Li. He feels that the time he spends with Shen Li is far more precious than ruling the world. So, he resolutely decides to give up his imperial power, willing only to be by her side, a simple companion.

Nangong Qi, as the Crown Prince of Xiqi, shoulders the heavy responsibility of revitalizing Xiqi. But the appearance of Shen Li turns his world upside down. He decides that as long as he can be with Shen Li, he can give up the position of Crown Prince.

These three, each holding high positions and immense power, were willing to forsake their kingdoms for the sake of Shen Li, seeking the unification of the four kingdoms in exchange for a chance to be with her day and night. Shen Xuan was currently unaware of this deep affection; if he knew, he would surely be once again amazed by his sister's charm and this love that transcended the empire.