After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Shen Yuezhang not only knew how to buy and sell, but his business was also thriving, and he was clearly a man who was not short of money.

In addition, she has parents, brothers and sisters, so she can be considered a blessed person.

Shen Yi's political achievements are outstanding, and his promotion is only a matter of time. Moreover, he is related to the Marquis of Yong'an in the capital, so he can be called a nobleman.

She has everything – fortune, wealth, and nobility – so she could be a good match for her son. Of course, the most important thing is that Murong Jue likes her.

Over the years, it wasn't her who sheltered her son from the wind and rain, but rather her son who devoted himself to her. As a mother, she felt indebted to her son since childhood, so when it came to marriage, she hoped that her son could marry someone he liked within the realm of possibility.

Murong Jue grinned on the spot, "So Mother also likes Miss Shen?"

Princess Huai'an nodded with a smile, "After the New Year, Miss Shen will paint a portrait of me. After the portrait is finished, I will propose marriage to Madam Shen."

Murong Jue rose excitedly and bowed deeply to Princess Huai'an, "Thank you, Mother!"

After Murong Jue left, Amber whispered to Princess Huai'an, "Princess, although I also think Miss Shen is particularly outstanding, isn't the Shen family's social standing too low? If the young master marries Miss Shen, it doesn't seem to be of much help to him."

Princess Huai'an slowly lowered her eyelids, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned, "Help? Am I not high enough in status? But you've seen it yourself, do you think I would dare to interfere in my son's affairs?"

The Emperor hates nothing more than forming cliques and using power for personal gain. Over the years, A-Jue has earned his place in the Emperor's court through his own abilities. He doesn't need a wife from a prominent family!

On the contrary, the Emperor would be more at ease if I found him a wife from a humble background. Perhaps, in his delight, he might even grant my son some tangible benefits!

Having spent many years in the palace, no one knew the ways of survival better than her.

Upon hearing this, Amber's expression became more solemn. "This servant understands! I will not say such things again."

Princess Huai'an's expression immediately softened considerably, and she pondered, "I'll send some little trinkets to Yue'an later. Since we'll be in-laws in the future, we can't be as casual as before."

Amber hurried off to take care of it.

That night.

Shen Yi returned home from the yamen.

The maidservant brought out the dinner, which truly surprised him. "Wife, you cooked this yourself?"

Yu Mei quickly praised, "Master has a good eye, he can even see that!"

Shen Yi immediately gloated.

Su Tai chuckled reproachfully, "Madam Xue brought Yue'an back today. With such distinguished guests, I have no choice but to entertain them wholeheartedly! Madam Xue had a very pleasant time at our house today and even made an appointment with Yue Zhang to come to our house on the third day of the new year to have her paint."

"Look, your daughter has already built connections for you in no time."

Now that Madam Xue is here, the commander will definitely come too.

Through give and take, the two families developed some acquaintance, which constitutes a network of connections.

Shen Yi praised Shen Yuezhang highly, and then said, "I heard that Commander Xue got married relatively late, and Madam Xue should not be very old. It is understandable that she can talk to our girl."

Upon hearing this, Su Tai and Shen Yuezhang both widened their eyes.

“Father! Are you mistaken? Madam Xue, who came to visit today, is a little older than Mother, but she is very well-preserved. Moreover, she brought her younger sister with her, and her sister calls her Auntie. There must be no mistake.”

Shen Yuezhang's words left Shen Yi confused. He stroked his chin thoughtfully, "Could the information be wrong?"

The family of three couldn't figure it out either, so they put the matter aside and stopped thinking about it.

With things busy at the end of the year, Su Tai was busy visiting various ladies.

Shen Yuezhang also had her own girlfriends to maintain relationships with.

Add to that business matters, and before I knew it, the New Year had arrived.

On the third day of the Lunar New Year.

Su Tai's family got up early to prepare to welcome Princess Huai'an. Out of curiosity, Shen Yi decided to go out with them to greet her.

During the Lunar New Year, villagers were all free and visiting each other. When they saw Shen Yi waiting outside with his family, they couldn't help but ask him about it out of curiosity.

Shen Ying asked, "Are there distinguished guests coming later?"

Shen Yi nodded with a smile, "Yes! Uncle, where are you planning to go?"

Shen Ying glanced at Shen Yuezhang next to Shen Yi and chuckled, "I arranged a marriage for my eldest granddaughter before the New Year. I plan to go and visit him, and ask him more about the man's side."

"Your Yuezhang is all grown up now, is it time to ask him to marry?"

Upon hearing this, the villagers nearby all perked up their ears.

Shen Yi chuckled and shook his head. "Not yet."

Shen Ying disagreed and advised, "You can start looking at potential suitors now! If you wait too long, all the good young men will have been chosen!"

Su Tai quickly replied, "No rush, no rush, good things come to those who wait! We should take our time!"

Shen Ying thought for a moment and realized that Shen Yi was now the county magistrate, so she needed to find a suitable match for her daughter. There weren't many families to choose from in their area.

If you can't choose here, you have to go outside and find someone you know well. That's tough!
Having figured this out, Shen Ying stopped trying to persuade him and quickly drove the oxcart out of the village.

As soon as he arrived at the village entrance, he saw a group of people coming towards Shenjiazhuang. Upon closer inspection, he realized that they were extraordinary people and he quickly drove the oxcart to the side to examine them more closely.

After the carriages and horses entered the village.

Shen Ying's wife, Madam He, immediately asked, "Are these Shen Yi's guests? They look quite impressive!"

Shen Ying nodded thoughtfully, "That's probably it! The people Shen Yi's family is in contact with now are not people we can ask. Someone even asked you to be a matchmaker before, luckily you turned them down!"

Not long ago, many wealthy merchants and gentry came to Shenjiazhuang looking for his wife, and brought many valuable gifts, saying that they wanted He to go to the Shen County Magistrate's house to act as matchmaker.

The other party was very generous; even a single item or two of the gifts they gave were worth several taels of silver.

Fortunately, Mr. He was not greedy for money.

If they were to actually help with matchmaking, they would be the ones who make a fool of themselves.

The elderly couple exchanged a glance and continued on their way.

The carriage had arrived at Shen Yi's house, and Princess Huai'an stepped down from the carriage with Murong Jue's help.

This scene truly stunned the three members of the Shen family.

Before they could react, Shen Congyu and Shen Yuean jumped down from the carriage behind.

The two little ones first greeted their parents and older sister respectfully, and then each hugged one of them and acted spoiled.

Shen Yi patted his youngest son on the back, stepped forward, and bowed, saying, "This humble official greets Commander Xue and young master!"

When it was Princess Huai'an's turn, Shen Yi paused, unsure of how to address her.

Murong Jue stepped forward and introduced with a smile, "Lord Shen, this is my mother. Her surname is Murong."

Shen Yi trembled with fright, his eyes widened, and he knelt down with a thud.

Princess? County Princess? Or what? How should he address her?

Amber solemnly stated, "My mistress is Princess Huai'an."

Su Tai immediately pulled her children to kneel down and pay their respects, but her heart was in turmoil as she kept recalling whether she had neglected the princess before.

"Rise, all of you!" Princess Huai'an said gently, taking Su Tai's hand and explaining, "I came to Zhaohua County only to see A-Jue. I don't want to make a fuss, so I'll just refer to myself as the Madam of the Xue family. Madam Shen, there's no need to worry." (End of Chapter)