Transmigrating into a book, seducing him to rise to power

The carriage traveled smoothly from the palace gate towards the Su residence. When they were almost there, Jun Zechen gently patted the sleeping little girl in his arms.

She said gently, "We're almost there."

Su Jingyao's originally relaxed brows furrowed slightly. She reached out and rubbed her eyes before opening them.

She said sleepily, "It feels so good in your arms, I don't want to wake up."

Her voice carried a hint of coquetry and longing.

"I don't want to wake you up, but if your brother finds out later, don't blame me."

Jun Zechen smiled, teasing her with a hint of amusement, his eyes full of doting affection.

He had long wanted to tell everyone that the only legitimate daughter of the Su family was his future crown princess, so that there wouldn't be any more ignorant women dreaming of becoming the crown princess.

"If you hadn't woken me up, I would have definitely complained to you, hmph."

Su Jingyao gave a soft, coquettish hum, looking incredibly cute.

"But how are you going to leave later?"

Su Jingyao blinked, looking puzzled.

Her carriage was to be pulled into the Su family's backyard through a small gate by the guards of the Su family. How did he plan to avoid this?

"I have my own way, Yao Yao, you don't need to worry."

Jun Zechen raised an eyebrow confidently, calm and composed.

Fine, he's the crown prince, all-powerful, why should she worry about it?

Su Jingyao shrugged.

Upon arriving at the Su residence, Miaoyun reached out and helped Su Jingyao down from the carriage.

Su Jingxuan was in a terrible mood because of what happened today, and his face was cold as he followed behind his sister.

Knowing that her brother was feeling down, Su Jingyao obediently remained silent.

At this point, nothing could be said, and the older brother had to slowly process this blow on his own.

Originally, the two of them planned to return to their own courtyards.

Just then, Madam Su's maid came towards them.

"Miss, young master, Madam requests that you two go to the main hall," the maid said with a slight bow.

"Okay, let's go right now."

Su Jingyao responded and then turned to look at Su Jingxuan.

"Brother, don't think about it anymore. If Mother sees you like this later, she'll definitely ask you all sorts of questions."

Su Jingxuan forced a smile, a smile tinged with bitterness.

"I'm sorry my sister made a fool of me; I misjudged people."

Su Jingyao and Su Jingxuan walked side by side toward the lobby.

As they walked, Su Jingyao explained in detail, "Today, it was Yin Xue who saved my brother. After you were drugged by Qi Wanyin, Yin Xue entered the side hall of Qinghuan Palace and saw Qi Wanyin lying unconscious on top of you, her clothes disheveled."

Upon hearing this, Su Jingxuan couldn't help but clench his fists.

"Yin Xue guessed that you had been plotted against, so she quickly took Qi Wanyin to another room. Not long after, the Empress arrived at Qinghuan Palace. It was a maidservant from Qi Wanyin's side who went to invite the Empress."

Su Jingyao's eyes were serious.

Therefore, it is self-evident what Qi Wanyin wants to do.

"However, when the Empress arrived, she only saw her brother in the room. The Empress was also reasonable and did not make a big fuss about searching for Qi Wanyin, but simply let the matter drop."

"Your Majesty the Empress probably guessed that my brother was framed. My brother is the eldest son of the Su family, and Your Majesty the Empress will certainly not allow your reputation to be tarnished."

"So don't worry, brother, this matter is over."

Su Jingyao's tone was comforting.

"Then I really must thank Miss Chu. I was careless today, and I never expected a woman to be willing to risk her reputation to set a trap. I have truly learned my lesson this time."

Su Jingxuan chuckled self-deprecatingly and shook his head helplessly.

Seeing that his expression gradually relaxed, Su Jingyao couldn't help but tease him, "Of course, brother should thank Yinxue properly, otherwise your reputation will be ruined, and even the Su family will be tarnished."

As he spoke, he winked mischievously.

To make Su Jingxuan feel better.

In ancient times, the reputation of a family and the personal honor of an individual were valued more than life itself.

If Su Jingyao hadn't known that Jun Zechen would protect her, she wouldn't have dared to be so affectionate with him. If they were discovered, the marriages of the rest of the Su family's children (collateral relatives) would be greatly affected.

However, Su Jingyao was fearless because if she were really discovered, Jun Zechen would take full responsibility. In the face of absolute power, rumors and gossip were no match for him.

Upon hearing this, Su Jingxuan chuckled softly.

"Of course we should thank you properly. But I wonder what Miss Chu likes? Could you perhaps tell me?"

"Then brother, remember to flatter me a little too. My information isn't something you can get so easily."

Su Jingyao crossed her arms over her chest and slightly raised her chin.

"..."

The two chatted and laughed all the way, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, and before they knew it, they had arrived at the lobby.

"Mother, why did you call my brother and me here?"

Su Jingyao sat intimately next to Madam Su, linking her arms with Madam Su's, and asked in a sweet voice.

Su Jingxuan calmly walked to the opposite side and sat down elegantly.

"Yaoyao, your brother attended the Lingxi Banquet hosted by the Empress today. Did he take a fancy to any young ladies? He's not young anymore. If he finds someone he likes, I won't have to worry. I can just go and propose marriage."

Madam Su looked at Su Jingxuan with eager eyes, her face full of anticipation.

"If you still haven't found someone you like, then your mother will have to carefully choose a wife for your brother."

As Mrs. Su spoke, she gently patted Su Jingyao's hand.

Su Jingyao watched her brother with amusement, tilting her head and smiling sweetly, her eyes seeming to say: I can't help with this, brother, you'll have to deal with Mother yourself.

Perhaps because he grew up with a beautiful younger sister and mother, Su Jingxuan had a high aesthetic standard, so he almost never fell in love with a woman at first sight.

He yearns for a woman who resonates with his soul; Su Jingxuan values ​​a woman's knowledge and refinement.

"Mother, I will marry when I meet a woman I like, so you don't need to arrange anything for me anymore."

Su Jingxuan shook his head helplessly and said with a wry smile.

"Yaoyao, listen to what your brother is saying. What do you mean by 'don't let me help him make arrangements'? If I don't help him choose, given his personality, he probably won't have a wife for several years."

Madam Su frowned slightly, a hint of reproach on her face.

"Besides, Mother's standards aren't too high. As long as the family background is decent, the person is gentle and virtuous, and their character is good, I can teach them how to manage the household affairs in the future."

"Recently, I've collected quite a few portraits of young ladies from the capital, and I think several of them are quite nice..."

Mrs. Su spoke eloquently, gesturing with her hands to indicate the names.

Su Jingxuan rubbed his forehead slightly, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes.

Seeing that her mother was about to go on and on, she quickly interrupted.

"Mother, my sister and I are a bit tired from the banquet today. We just got back and you called us here. We're really exhausted now. Let's go back to our rooms. We can't rush the wedding."

After saying this, Su Jingxuan stood up and left without waiting for Madam Su to try to stop him. He seemed relieved.

Originally, Su Jingyao also wanted to leave with Su Jingxuan, but unfortunately she was too close to Madam Su. Madam Su reacted quickly and grabbed her hand tightly.

"Look at your brother, he's such a worry for me."

"Mother, my brother is a serious person when it comes to relationships. He definitely wants to marry a woman he truly loves. So please don't arrange any more matches for him."

Su Jingyao tilted her head slightly, looking at Madam Su with gentle eyes, and softly comforted her.

"Brother doesn't have a woman he likes right now, it's just that his destiny hasn't arrived yet. In a few days, I'll accompany you to Lingyuan Temple to offer incense, and maybe you'll meet your destined one then."

A sly glint flashed in Su Jingyao's eyes.

Let's invite Yin Xue along too. Didn't my brother say he wanted to thank Yin Xue? Let's give him a chance.

I'll also go out and have a date with Jun Zechen.

It wasn't easy for women in ancient times to go out.

"Forget it, your brother is stubborn too. If he doesn't like the wife I choose for him, he probably won't even glance at her. Let's not talk about him anymore."

Madam Su sighed helplessly.

"Yaoyao is thirteen this year, and she'll be of marriageable age in two years. Is there a young master she fancy at today's banquet?"

Madam Su looked at Su Jingyao with eager eyes.

"I am very reluctant to let you go after you come of age and get married. I don't know if anyone will still dote on you after you get married. However, the Su family will always be your shield. It won't hurt for you to stay at home for a year or two after you come of age."

As she spoke, Madam Su gently stroked Su Jingyao's hair, her eyes filled with reluctance.

"But we can arrange an engagement in advance, otherwise all the excellent young men will be taken."

Su Jingyao never expected that at only thirteen years old, she would have to endure her mother's unconventional "marriage urging".

Her eyes widened in disbelief, and she said coquettishly, "Mother, don't worry about me, I'm still young!"

Suddenly, Madam Su seemed to remember something and leaned closer to ask in a mysterious tone, "Two years ago, His Highness the Crown Prince came to our residence and has been sending you gifts ever since. Did he contact you again when you attended the banquet this time?"

Su Jingjing was completely taken aback by her mother's unconventional thinking.

A look of panic flashed across his face, and he inwardly groaned.

If Jun Zechen hadn't come to find her, wouldn't her mother have immediately labeled him a playboy, insincere, and unfaithful?

They can directly blacklist Jun Zechen.

If Jun Zechen came looking for her, would her mother let her go without asking her all the questions?

"His Highness the Crown Prince is of noble status, why would he come directly to me? Mother, I'm tired too, so I'll go back to my room first."

Su Jingyao frantically broke free from Madam Su's hand and hurriedly fled.

"Why!"

As Mrs. Su watched her daughter's hurried departure, she muttered to herself helplessly, "Neither of them is easy to deal with."

This crown prince doesn't seem reliable either. He was attentive to Yao Yao when she was so young, but after going to war for more than a year, he disappeared without a trace. Could it be that he only likes younger girls and doesn't like them anymore when they grow up?

No, Yao Yao's marriage is more important than Jing Xuan's. It's a matter of Yao Yao's entire life. She needs to get to know more families with eligible young men.

She has a good relationship with the Lady of Wu'an. The Lady of Wu'an even said last time that she wanted her to marry her daughter to her. The Lady of Wu'an will definitely love Yao Yao as much as she loves her own daughter.

At the time, Mrs. Su felt that Yao Yao was still too young to worry too much about this matter, but now it seems that the reservations are going well.

Besides the heir of the Marquis of Wu'an, other young men are also worth considering. Given her daughter's background, appearance, and character, she would be more than a match for any of them.