King Cheng has Arrived

The Empress was already aware of Jiang Peihuan's marital status, but formalities required her to ask.

Once she'd heard Xue Yan's words, the Empress spoke directly, "I've heard that the eldest Miss Jiang is both graceful and brilliant. I've been contemplating finding someone for the Emperor who can truly understand him. It seems to me that Miss Jiang could be just the person."

"Niangniang, you are too generous. I must admit, my eldest daughter has been a troublemaker since young and I'm afraid may not be able to serve the Emperor adequately." Xue Yan said modestly.

Xue Yan hadn't anticipated the Empress would be so forthright. Stunned, she found herself sinking to her knees.

Everyone in the harem was far from naïve, particularly the Empress. Upon hearing Xue Yan's words, she instantly grasped their implications.