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Chapter 266 Promise
In the main hall, Princess Xuan was equally incredulous. "Does Madam mean to ask for your son to marry Xuan'er?"

Madam Shen smiled sincerely, "Indeed, the Seventh Miss is beautiful, generous, kind and straightforward. My son has long admired her, and my husband and I also like this child. Therefore, we specially invited a matchmaker to come and propose marriage today."

Princess Xuan was still incredulous. She had heard Gu Xuan boast about how popular she was in the military camp, and after visiting the camp herself, she found that her daughter's words were true.

Princess Xuan was no longer in a hurry for her daughter's marriage. She originally planned to have the prince choose a young general with good character from the army camp. With the prince's mansion supporting her and the prince and son helping her son-in-law, the young couple's future would surely be bright.

Princess Xuan never expected that even the eldest son of the Shen family would fall for Xuan'er.

Is it because she's too old to understand the tastes of young men?
"Madam Shen, are you sure your son admires Xiao Qi?"

It wasn't that Princess Xuan was badmouthing her daughter; ever since she came to the Northwest, she had been searching for a husband for her daughter all over the Northwest. As one of the best among the younger generation, Shen Jiawen naturally hadn't escaped Princess Xuan's notice.

Princess Xuan had tried to probe Madam Shen's intentions at a banquet, but Madam Shen skillfully deflected the question each time. At that time, Princess Xuan knew that the Shen family had not taken a liking to Gu Xuan.

Princess Xuan understood perfectly. If it were her, she wouldn't want Gu Xuan to be her daughter-in-law either.

This isn't a marriage alliance, it's an enmity alliance.

When this matter was brought up, Madam Shen spoke frankly, "I'm not afraid of offending the Princess, but when the Princess tested me, I didn't want my son to marry the Seventh Miss."

"Even though the Seventh Miss is innocent and carefree, she is not suitable to be the matriarch of the Shen family."

Princess Xuan nodded in agreement.

"It's only been three days since we last met, but you've changed so much. Miss Seven is truly like a completely different person now," Madam Shen said with admiration. "When Miss Seven dared to break with convention, become the world's number one female military doctor, and save my son's life, I knew that Miss Seven was no longer the ignorant girl she once was."

Princess Xuan smiled gently, "This credit belongs to Zhaoshan."

“Princess Zhaoshan is naturally a heroine among women. The Seventh Miss, having been around Princess Zhaoshan for so long, has also taken on some of Princess Zhaoshan’s style.”

Madam Shen confessed, "Later, Jia Hui also joined the military medical camp. Occasionally when she returned home, she would constantly talk about the Seventh Miss to me and my husband, her words full of praise."

Princess Xuan listened attentively.

"Then there is my son. Your Highness may not know, but ever since the Seventh Miss saved him, my son has paid special attention to her."

"To be frank, Your Highness, my son has tried to speak with the Seventh Miss several times, but all attempts have failed because the Seventh Miss is too busy. He has been depressed about this for a long time since then."

"Today, when I came to propose marriage, I asked Jiawen for his opinion. Jiawen asked me to convey a message to the Prince and Princess: he promised to treat Miss Seven well for the rest of his life, and if he could have Miss Seven as his wife, he would never take a concubine in this life."

Princess Xuan was surprised; this showed great sincerity.

"Do Madam and Lord Shen also agree?"

"Why not?" Madam Shen smiled. "It's a good thing that our son has someone he loves and is willing to treat her well. As parents, we should naturally support him."

"I can also assure Your Highness that if I am fortunate enough to have Miss Seven as my daughter-in-law, I will treat her as my own daughter and love her dearly. This is no exaggeration."

Princess Xuan was deeply moved by what she heard.

You should know that after a woman gets married, her husband is another matter, but her mother-in-law must be easy to get along with, otherwise life will be unbearable.

With Madam Shen's words, Princess Xuan was certain that if Gu Xuan married into the Shen family, she would live a very comfortable life.

However, Princess Xuan did not make a direct decision, saying, "Marriage is a major event, and we must always consider the child's wishes."

"That's to be expected," Madam Shen said understandingly. What if her son was all in love with her but the Seventh Miss didn't even fancy him?

"Please ask the Seventh Miss if she agrees. If she does not agree, that would be fine. If she does not agree, that would also be alright."

Princess Xuan promised, "I will ask Xiao Qi when she returns."

"Then I'll take my leave," said Madam Shen, leaving with the matchmaker.

Princess Consort Xuan asked, "Where did Seventh Miss go?"

Granny Meng said, "She went out early this morning, saying she had an appointment with Miss Shen."

Miss Shen, Princess Xuan smiled, "Mr. Shen is probably here too." "Should we send someone out to look for Miss Seven?"

"No need, let her play outside," Princess Xuan said, feeling both happy and conflicted. "Let's go see Zhaozhao."

In the South Courtyard, Tang Zhao was sparring with Gu Ci. "You're not allowed to let me win this time!"

Gu Ci nodded, but when it came to fighting, he still subconsciously gave way to Tang Zhao.

He couldn't help it; he would be heartbroken if Tang Zhao got hurt.

Tang Zhao was angry and turned to sit on the veranda.

Gu Ci was about to go and coax her when he saw his mother rushing over in a flurry.

"Zhao Zhao!"

"Mother?" Tang Zhao stood up and went to greet her.

Princess Xuan grabbed Tang Zhao's hand, "Zhao Zhao, you must make a decision for your mother!"

Tang Zhao was completely confused. "What's wrong?"

"Xuan'er's marriage!" Princess Xuan pulled Tang Zhao to sit down on the veranda. "Just now, Madam Shen came to ask for Xuan'er's hand in marriage on behalf of Young Master Shen!"

"That's great! It means Gu Xuan is very popular!"

"Tell me, should Mother agree to the Shen family's offer?"

"It's no use asking me, Mother. Gu Xuan has to be willing."

Princess Xuan naturally knew this, otherwise she would have already agreed to Madam Shen's request.

"Your mother would like to hear your opinion."

"Then I naturally agree."

Tang Zhao said sincerely, "Shen Jiawen is talented and capable. He does his job in the government office very well, his character is second to none, and he is also good-looking. Such a man is more than a match for Gu Xuan."

"If it weren't for my mother forcing Gu Xuan to join the army and transforming that piece of mud into a decent person, Young Master Shen might not have even taken a liking to her."

Princess Consort Xuan: . . . . . .

Zhao Zhao's words are truly insightful.

Princess Xuan immediately made up her mind that the marriage with the Shen family would take place regardless of Gu Xuan's wishes!

That evening, when Gu Xuan returned home, she heard Princess Xuan mention the Shen family's marriage proposal and immediately blushed.

"Your mother is asking you, are you willing or not?"

Gu Xuan looked at Princess Xuan's face, which seemed to say, "I'm giving you face; if you dare say you don't want to, I'll break your legs," and was speechless.

What else could Gu Xuan say?
"I will leave it to my mother to decide."

Princess Xuan was overjoyed, but looking at her daughter, she couldn't help but say, "If you really don't want to, that's fine too."

"Mother, I am willing."

"Shen Jiawen promised his daughter that after getting married, she could continue to work in the military as a female military doctor, and her career would not be affected in any way."

Princess Consort Xuan: . . . . . .

"Your mother is asking if you like Young Master Shen!" What business is this?
Gu Xuan thought for a moment and said seriously, "My daughter didn't like it at first, but after he said it, she liked it."

"Mother, please agree to the Shen family's request."