C3 A Final Decision

She didn't have any feelings for Jiang Qixing, so breaking off the engagement didn't matter much to her. However, she had taken over a significant portion of the family business from her mother, Mrs. Soong, and planned to continue in commerce. In this era, businesspeople weren't highly regarded, and another broken engagement could ruin her business prospects. But if she divorced Jiang Qixing, she could publicly end the engagement without harming her future business, and it would also annoy Lin Jiaoer. Wouldn't that be killing three birds with one stone?

"Mr. Su, this situation isn't solely my son's fault. If we make a big deal out of it, it won't look good for anyone," General Jiang said, slamming the table in anger. Jiang Qixing had just won a significant victory and was in the emperor's favor. He was likely to be rewarded soon, and if word got out about a divorce, it could reach the emperor's ears and affect Jiang Qixing's future. He wouldn't gamble with his son's career!

"I have a suggestion..." The Rongyang Marquis said with a sly smile, looking at Su Yu'an. "Let's not break off the engagement between the two families. Since Qixing has been involved with Miss Lin, he must take responsibility, but Miss Su doesn't necessarily have to end the engagement. My eldest son, Jiang Qiyun, is still unmarried. Why not have Miss Su marry my son? Wouldn't that be a perfect solution?"

Su Yu'an thought, "What a cunning old fox!"

Su Yu'an never expected her flawless plan to be thwarted by this old fox!

Su Zhiguo frowned, "This might not be appropriate, don't you think?"

Su Zhiguo disagreed.

The heir of the Rongyang Marquis was notorious in the capital for being a playboy. The Su family, known for its scholarly reputation, would see its name tarnished if Su Yu'an married into such a family.

"I don't see anything inappropriate about it! This way, my daughter's reputation is preserved, and neither family is embarrassed."

After weighing the options, Su Zhiliang made his decision: "I agree to this marriage!"

A final decision was made!

Su Zhiliang's choice was out of necessity.

The eldest daughter of the Su family, Su Yuqing, now a consort, had only given birth to a daughter since entering the palace. In the palace, a mother's status is often elevated by her sons. However, due to a miscarriage, Su Yuqing could no longer bear children. As she aged and lost her beauty, her future seemed uncertain.

To ensure the Su family's prosperity continued, Su Zhiguo considered sending another woman into the palace to secure their standing.

If Su Yu'an couldn't marry, she would be sent to the palace to take Su Yuqing's place.

Better to marry a playboy than face the treacherous depths of the palace, where a single misstep could lead to disaster.

The Rongyang Marquis's title was earned through military achievements, beyond the reach of outsiders. As long as Su Yu'an married into the Marquis Mansion, she would be safe!

When Su Yu'an finally came to her senses, most of the people in the room had already left. She felt overwhelmed, like her head was about to explode.

Regarding the heir of the Rongyang Marquis, all she knew was that he was infamous in the capital for being a playboy. Beyond that, Su Yu'an knew nothing about him. Although the Jiang family held the title of Marquis, they would eventually split into separate households. Jiang Qixing was merely a son from the second branch.

Su Yu'an understood clearly that while the Jiang family hadn't officially divided, the second branch had already moved to the west wing. The only reason the households were still connected was because the matriarch was alive. Once she passed, the door between them would be sealed, and they'd each go their own way.

Under these circumstances, Su Yu'an had no interest in learning about Jiang Qiyun. Even if he squandered the entire Marquis' fortune, it had nothing to do with her. Besides, women in ancient times mostly lived in the inner quarters, so she knew more about the Marquis' Wife, Mrs. Qin, than about Jiang Qiyun.

What was supposed to be a straightforward matter had been hijacked by Lin Jiaoer, and the thought made Su Yu'an grit her teeth. Even though she had decided to marry Jiang Qiyun, it didn't mean she would let Lin Jiaoer off the hook.

This marriage seemed irreversible, so she needed to find a way to gather some information about this playboy to handle the situation effectively. Su Yu'an quickly composed herself and left the Peaceful Longevity Hall.

As soon as she stepped out, she saw her maid, Danzhu, and her younger brother, Su Zhaoke, pacing anxiously along the path. When Su Zhaoke spotted her, he rushed over. "Third Sister, are you really going to marry that playboy?"

Su Yu'an: Even an eight-year-old knows Jiang Qiyun is a spoiled brat. He's practically a household name in the capital, isn't he?