Consort Zhuang doesn't want palace intrigue; she just wants to raise her child and live a caref

"Alright, alright, I don't want to make things difficult for you anymore. Since you think sincerity is so precious, then so be it!" Su Nuannuan sighed helplessly, waved her hand, and seemed to have lost interest in the topic.

She turned to look at Jingcheng and said earnestly, "Jingcheng, you should decide your own choice of a princess consort. I won't interfere. It'll save me from having to worry about you two if you become an unhappy couple in the future. You know, worrying too much makes you age faster, and I still want to stay young for a few more years."

Upon hearing this, Jing Cheng's expression changed slightly, and he hurriedly said, "Mother, aren't you afraid that I will misjudge people again?"

Su Nuannuan smiled nonchalantly and replied casually, "Whatever. If you find a woman you like, just go to your brother. As long as he agrees, I, your mother, will naturally have no objection."

Seeing this, Su Yuan couldn't help but interject, "Little sister, how can you be so indifferent to your child's marriage?"

Su Nuannuan rolled her eyes at him and said irritably, "Didn't I try to help before? But what was the result? They didn't appreciate it at all! Since that's the case, why should I bother with it? As the saying goes, children and grandchildren have their own blessings. He's not young anymore, it's time for him to be able to make his own decisions."

When Cang Lan Jingcheng saw that his mother had really given up on his marriage, he couldn't help but feel anxious.

"Mother, you know I have poor taste. Please help me choose a princess!" Cang Lan Jingcheng walked quickly to Su Nuannuan with a fawning expression, and then gently massaged her back like a dutiful child.

"Why don't you choose your own princess? It doesn't matter if you have bad taste, you can just be a ready-made father."

Cang Lan Jingcheng chuckled sheepishly and explained, "Didn't Mother say that the Empress Dowager wanted to see her son marry a princess and start a family? I think Mother has excellent taste and will definitely be able to pick a good wife for me."

Just then, Su Yuan suddenly interjected and asked, "Little sister, what's wrong with the Empress Dowager?"

Su Nuannuan turned her head, glanced at Su Yuan, sighed and said, "The Empress Dowager feels that her days are numbered and does not want to delay Jingcheng's marriage, so she suggested that I let Jingcheng get married as soon as possible, and preferably have a child first, so that she will not be impeached by those censors. The Empress Dowager really thought of everything she could think of."

At this point, Su Nuannuan shook her head helplessly, spread her hands, and continued, "I thought today would have a good outcome, but the result is that, although there is an outcome, I can't marry him."

Upon hearing this, Su Yuan frowned slightly, a look of doubt on his face, and asked, "How could the Empress Dowager's health deteriorate so quickly?"

Su Nuannuan replied, "As people get older, all sorts of old ailments will come knocking, and the body will naturally deteriorate faster. So, if there's nothing to worry about, it's best to keep a cheerful mood and have fewer worries."

After listening, Su Yuan nodded thoughtfully and then said, "In that case, if my younger sister wants Jingcheng to get married soon, she will probably have to hold a flower-viewing banquet or something similar."

However, Su Nuannuan disagreed with the suggestion, shaking her head and saying, "Let's skip the flower viewing banquet. It's not only unoriginal, but it's also difficult to see a person's character."

Seeing this, Su Yuan couldn't help but ask curiously, "So, little sister, what exactly are your plans?"

Su Nuannuan smiled slightly and replied, "In my opinion, it would be more appropriate to organize a talent competition. This way, not only can everyone showcase their talents, but we can also take this opportunity to observe each person's character and abilities."

After a moment's thought, Su Yuan agreed that it was indeed a good idea and readily agreed, "Okay, it's settled then! But how should the venue be arranged?"

After a moment's hesitation, Su Nuannuan suggested, "How about we settle on your large mansion in the south of the city? It's spacious and the environment is quite elegant."

Su Yuan thought about it and thought the suggestion was excellent, so he readily agreed, saying, "That's great, then let's set the venue at the mansion in the south of the city."

“Alright, Jinse, when you get back, send invitations to the families we have a good relationship with. Tell them to bring their children to the banquet at the table on the invitation in three days.”

"Yes, Your Highness, I understand." Jinse bowed respectfully to Su Nuannuan, then slowly stood up.

Su Yuan smiled at Su Nuannuan and said, "A talent competition needs a prize, you know. What are you planning to prepare as a prize?"

Su Nuannuan thought for a moment and replied, "After we return to the palace, I will have my servants look in the storeroom to see if there is anything suitable as a prize."

Su Yuan nodded in satisfaction and said, "Well, that's good. Then go and make the arrangements as soon as possible."

Jinse bowed again to show that she understood, and then turned to leave.

At this moment, Su Yuan suddenly called out to her again, saying, "By the way, little sister, I'm going to tidy up the house now. You should also hurry up and prepare the divination."

After Su Yuan turned to leave, Cang Lan Jingcheng hurriedly stepped forward to support his mother and carefully accompanied her as she departed.

Upon returning to her residence, Jinse did not rest immediately. Instead, she carefully reviewed the invitations for the other weddings to ensure that no detail was overlooked, thus giving her peace of mind.

After confirming that all procedures were in order, Jinse began writing the invitations. Her handwriting was very neat and beautiful, and each invitation was like a fine work of art.

After finishing writing the invitation, Jinse carefully checked it again to make sure there were no mistakes before showing it to Su Nuannuan.

Su Nuannuan took the invitation and read it carefully. After reading it, she was very satisfied with Jinse's work and said with a smile, "Jinse, you did a great job. These invitations are all very beautifully written."

Jinse smiled modestly and said, "Thank you for your praise, Your Highness. It is all I should do."

Su Nuannuan nodded, then called Li Desheng over and instructed him, "Li Desheng, arrange for people to deliver these invitations to the families listed on them."

Li Desheng accepted the order and left, and Jinse breathed a sigh of relief, having finally completed an important task.

Not long after Su Nuannuan and her group left Qixiang Tower.

The head of the Shi family rushed to Su Yuan's residence as if he were an ant on a hot pan.

His steps seemed somewhat hurried, as if his heart was filled with anxiety and unease. When he finally stood in front of Su Yuan's house, he took a deep breath, steadied himself, and then gently knocked on the heavy wooden door.

The door opened, and the head of the Shi family immediately saw Su Yuan standing inside. He quickly bowed and said with a fawning expression, "Lord Su, I, Shi, have come to pay my respects. I beg you to show mercy and spare the Shi family!"

Su Yuan looked at the head of the Shi family expressionlessly, seemingly unsurprised by his arrival. He said calmly, "Head of the Shi family, you should be well aware of the matter between us. The actions of your wife and daughter have seriously damaged my personal reputation."

Upon hearing this, the head of the Shi family became even more flustered. He hurriedly said, "Sir, I know that all of this is the fault of my daughter and my wife. I have already severely reprimanded them. To show my sincerity, I am willing to hand over the mother and daughter to you for your disposal."