The abandoned concubine who transmigrated woke up shouting "Long live the widow!"

The emperor raised his voice again, "Therefore, I hereby bestow upon Sun Ruping the title of 'Princess of Kangping County'! A second-rank official, enjoying the salary of the imperial court! I also grant her a mansion in the northern city! The imperial edict will be delivered to the Grand Princess's residence tomorrow."

The woman next to the Grand Princess, Sun Ruping, stepped forward to express her gratitude.

"Kang Ping thanks the Lord for your kindness!"

"Rise!" The emperor raised his hand and then said, "There is one more thing today. The name of the eldest prince has been chosen: Ye Chen."

The crowd below praised the name.

"Imperial Aunt, it's been several years since you've returned to the capital. Don't you recognize some of the people?" the Emperor said with a smile, looking at the Grand Princess sitting opposite Jingxue and the others.

The eldest princess looked a few years older than the Empress Dowager, with many wrinkles on her face. She wore a royal blue brocade jacket with a dark floral pattern and a white jade hairpin with the character "福" (fortune) in her hair.

He was quite well-off and seemed kind and approachable.

"Hehe, Your Majesty is absolutely right, there are quite a few people I don't recognize!"

"It's alright! You'll get used to things gradually since you're staying in the capital for the New Year. Let's start the feast!"

The palace maids began serving the dishes, and the Grand Princess's gaze fell on Jingxue and Ye Muchen. "When Muchen got married, I didn't return because the old consort's death anniversary hadn't passed yet. It's been more than half a year since the wedding, hasn't it? When people get old, they sometimes get confused! Whose daughter did you marry?"

Upon hearing this, most people's attention turned to Jingxue.

“Grandmother, Princess Consort Zhan is… surnamed Jing!” Sun Ruping said from the side.

"Oh! Look at my memory! Sigh..." The Grand Princess patted her forehead.

The grandfather and granddaughter, though they only exchanged a few words, managed to bring Jingxue into the spotlight.

Jingxue looked at the two people with no expression on her face. She felt that the old lady was doing it on purpose. Jing Zhiyuan's matter was widely known in the capital. How could she not know?

Ye Muchen, who was standing next to her, wanted to speak earlier, but he was not as quick as Sun Ruping.

He began, “Royal Aunt, you missed not only Mu Chen’s wedding, but also the Emperor’s coronation ceremony and the First Prince’s full moon celebration. You are indeed a bit confused. Let me introduce you. My princess consort is Jing Xue, the legitimate daughter of the Prince of Zhenbei! Xue’er, this is Royal Aunt!”

Ye Muchen's words really didn't give the Grand Princess any face at all.

Jingxue nodded slightly, "Greetings, Imperial Aunt!"

Logically, she should have stood up and bowed, but she didn't.

Sun Ruping wanted to say something, but seeing Ye Muchen's gloomy face, she could only swallow her words.

The Grand Princess felt a little uncomfortable seeing the attitude of Ye Muchen and his wife, and gave a faint "hmm".

The court officials and their families who witnessed this scene also felt that Jingxue really didn't tolerate anyone. Even though her parents were imprisoned, she was still so tough!

The Emperor, Empress, and Empress Dowager at the head of the table also witnessed this scene. Knowing that Jingxue was in a bad mood, the Empress Dowager quickly changed the subject, saying, "Emperor, now Yunwan is the Eldest Princess, and Muyan is the Grand Eldest Princess. Shouldn't your Imperial Aunt's title also be changed?"

The Emperor nodded. "Indeed, it should be changed. The titles have become confusing. From now on, the title of Imperial Aunt will be 'Imperial Aunt Xuanhui'!"

Jingxue rolled her eyes inwardly; this title sounded like "Master"!

Princess Xuanhui nodded, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

The usual entertainment for royal banquets is back, and Jingxue inadvertently catches a glimpse of someone through the dancers: the Minister of Personnel! Holy crap! How did I miss this guy last time!

No, I must visit his residence sometime.

This Minister of Personnel was named Wang Hansheng. His eldest sister, Wang Hanmei, married Prime Minister Zou, and his second sister, Wang Hanshan, married Hu Yucheng, the Minister of Revenue.

Ye Muchen had been watching Jingxue closely. Seeing that she hadn't touched her chopsticks at all, he said in a low voice, "Don't overthink it. I'll take care of anything that happens. Do whatever makes you happy!"

After hearing his words, Jingxue realized that she had been able to feel Ye Muchen's sincerity ever since Jing Zhiyuan's accident.

Although she had no feelings or thoughts about Ye Muchen, it was fair to say that they were indeed a unit. Besides, Jing Zhiyuan was currently imprisoned, and even Li Xia could see the situation clearly, so she couldn't be too distant from Ye Muchen, at least not in front of others.

Thinking of this, Jingxue smiled slightly and said softly, "Thank you, Your Highness!"

Ye Muchen rarely saw her smile at him, and he immediately felt a little flattered.

He picked up a piece of chicken for her with his chopsticks and said, "Eat something, the banquet might not end for a long time!"

Jingxue nodded her thanks.

Unbeknownst to them, this scene was being witnessed by many, as the music had just ended and the dancers had all left.

"You see, the Prince of War treats the Princess quite well!"

"Heh, anyone can do superficial things."

"I don't think so. When has the War King, such an arrogant person, ever treated others like this?"

"Sigh! Even if they're happy, isn't that normal? They're a married couple!"

Jingxue ignored the comments, lowered her head and ate the piece of chicken; it tasted alright.

Although Sun Ruping was taking care of Princess Xuanhui, her eyes kept drifting over to her from time to time.

Ye Muchen is a highly decorated prince of Bei Ye, known to everyone in the country.

Sun Ruping had certainly heard of him, and upon seeing him in person today, she was instantly captivated by the incomparably handsome War King.

In the past, given her status, it would have been impossible for her to marry the Prince of War. But things are different now. She is now the "Princess of Kangping County," personally bestowed by the Emperor, and there is a good chance that she will become the Prince of War's concubine.

"Kangping is 16 this year, isn't he?" the Empress Dowager asked.

Before Sun Ruping could answer, Princess Xuanhui replied directly, "Yes! She's 16 now. I was thinking of finding her a good marriage this time she came back! Our Kangping is excellent in music, chess, calligraphy, painting, embroidery, needlework, and housekeeping. Any family that marries her will be very lucky!"

Sun Ruping said shyly, "Grandmother, Kangping will not marry. Kangping wants to stay with you for the rest of her life!"

Princess Xuanhui chuckled, "This child, how can a girl not get married?"

Then she turned to the Empress Dowager and said, "Sister-in-law, I have been away from the capital for many years. I beg you to help Kangping find a good husband!"

"This is no big deal. There are many fine young men in the capital. I believe it will lead to a good marriage for Kangping!" The Empress Dowager probably never imagined that her youngest son was already being eyed by someone else.

The emperor and empress beside them nodded in agreement.

Upon hearing these words, many ministers and their families with young men of marriageable age were tempted. This Princess Kangping was backed by the Imperial Aunt Xuanhui. If they were to form a marriage alliance with her, it would be considered as establishing a connection with the royal family.

This included the Marquis of Quyang and his wife. Their third son was seventeen this year. The couple exchanged a glance and understood each other perfectly. They still had to rely on Princess Jingyi for this matter, since Princess Xuanhui was also Princess Jingyi's aunt.

But when he saw the forlorn look on Princess Jingyi's face, Marquis Quyang felt that his hopes were slim. However, for the sake of the future of the Marquis's mansion, he had to try his best.