CHAPTER 22: CHAPTER 22: MY GOAL IS TO BE EMPRESS

Upon hearing Bai Wanwan’s words, Bai Susu immediately saw through her intentions.

Such a malicious scheme!

To the original character, this plan seemed to give Bai Susu a way out, but in reality, wasn’t it just pushing her towards death?

In ancient times, a woman’s reputation was paramount. If rumors spread of her having an affair with a man, which respectable family would dare to accept Bai Susu?

However, Bai Susu didn’t immediately refuse with anger. Instead, after a moment of grimacing, she feigned hesitation, "But if we do this, grandfather will surely be angry."

Seeing this, Bai Wanwan secretly squeezed her handkerchief and acted as if she was genuinely concerned, saying, "Grandfather might be angry, but if the one rumored to have an affair with you is a Prince, won’t our grandfather overlook his anger, preserving the Royal Family’s reputation? And you can still marry into the Royal Family, escaping from the Crown Prince!"

She truly wished Bai Susu would die at Feng Qiwu’s hands.

But after a night of consideration, she calmed down.

Because if she let Bai Susu marry into the position of Crown Princess Consort successfully, it would be detrimental to Brother Wu Chen’s fight for the throne!

So, even if she was reluctant, she had to find a way to prevent Bai Susu and the Mad Crown Prince’s marriage.

Otherwise, once grandfather sided with the Crown Prince, Brother Wu Chen would face even greater resistance in ascending to the throne.

...

Bai Susu appeared startled upon hearing this. "Are you suggesting that rumors of an affair with another Prince should be spread about me? But... which Prince would disregard his own reputation for this? Who would agree to help me?"

However, a hint of desire flickered on her face.

Noticing Bai Susu’s change in expression, Bai Wanwan knew she had piqued her interest.

So, she forcibly suppressed her discomfort and jealousy, saying, "Don’t you fancy the Third Prince? If you ask him for help, he might agree."

For Brother Wu Chen, she was willing to push Bai Susu to his side!

But after all, Brother Wu Chen had promised her he would never touch Bai Susu after marriage.

And once Bai Susu agreed to this plan, she would only become a concubine later, ridiculed by others.

...

Bai Susu initially thought Bai Wanwan was referring to the Eldest Prince, Feng Changge.

After all, she was so eager to get rid of her.

Unexpectedly, Bai Wanwan was so "magnanimous" that she would send the person she loathed the most to Feng Wuchen’s side for his sake.

Ha!

Truly a ruthless person; she’ll endure anything for power and status.

Narrowing her eyes slightly, Bai Susu blushed, "If it’s the Third Prince, I certainly would. But... what if he refuses to help me?"

"Don’t worry, sister. I can tell the Third Prince likes you too. He’ll certainly help. If you’re unsure, I can ask for you, how about that?" Bai Wanwan said.

Bai Susu wore a conflicted expression and thought for a long while before nodding lightly.

"Then I must trouble you, sister. If the Third Prince is willing to help, I’m willing to tarnish my own reputation," Bai Susu said, blushing.

Seeing the shy yet expectant expression on her face, Bai Wanwan clenched her fists.

Forcing a smile, she said, "No need for such politeness, sister. You’re my only sibling; naturally, I don’t want you to be harmed by the Crown Prince."

"Alright, Sister Wanwan, rest assured, once I’m married, I’ll certainly ask grandfather to arrange a good marriage for you," Bai Susu immediately said.

"Thank you, sister. I’ll take my leave now, and you wait for my good news." Bai Wanwan then stood up.

"Okay! Be careful." Bai Susu looked at her expectantly.

But once Bai Wanwan left, her face returned to calm.

She wanted to see how Feng Wuchen and Bai Wanwan would plot against her next!

...

At this moment, Spring Peach came in with tea and snacks.

Seeing that Bai Wanwan was no longer in the room, she couldn’t help but ask, "Miss, where’s the Second Miss?"

"She’s gone," Bai Susu picked up a book in front of her and replied blandly.

Hearing this, Spring Peach put down the tea tray and asked in confusion, "Gone already?"

She had just brought in tea and snacks.

This was quite a quick departure.

Bai Susu replied meaningfully, "She’s said everything she came to say, what reason would she have to stay?"

She then picked up a piece of pastry to eat and smiled at Spring Peach, "Spring Peach, your skills are improving. These snacks are delicious."

Being praised by Bai Susu, Spring Peach was delighted, "As long as Miss likes them, I’ll come up with a new variety in a few days."

"Good!" Bai Susu nodded.

She then sipped her tea.

She couldn’t help but sigh happily inwardly: This life of luxury and leisure is truly comfortable.

And she backed to feel fortunate for having transmigrated into Bai Susu.

Despite being the villainous supporting character, this noble life was truly enjoyable.

In her past life, it was probably only during infancy that she enjoyed such pampered treatment.

...

After leaving, Bai Wanwan quickly returned to her room and summoned a carrier pigeon to send a message to Feng Wuchen.

Once the pigeon flew off, she sat dazed by the window.

Seeing this, Qing Zhi couldn’t help but ask, "Miss, if it makes you so uncomfortable, why help the Eldest Miss?"

Hearing this, Bai Wanwan glanced at her coldly and said, "Do you think I genuinely want to help that wench? But if I let her marry the Crown Prince, Brother Wu Chen will lose our grandfather’s support!"

In the previous life, Feng Qiwu ascended to the throne smoothly because grandfather, the head of all officials, supported him.

No matter how bad Feng Qiwu’s reputation was, he still had the title of Crown Prince. With grandfather’s nature, how could he support another Prince while the Crown Prince was still there?

So Bai Susu absolutely wouldn’t marry Feng Qiwu, adding to his leverage.

"But Miss, you also like the Third Prince! What about yourself then?" Qing Zhi asked, heartbroken.

Bai Wanwan grabbed a green chrysanthemum from the flower pot on the windowsill, her tone turning dark, "Qing Zhi, remember this: my goal has never been to be Brother Wu Chen’s concubine or mistress, but to become the Empress of Da Qin."

For the position of Empress, what is temporary patience?

As long as Feng Wuchen doesn’t let her down after he ascends the throne, no matter how many women he has now, they can’t surpass her!

What she wants has never been just a man’s affection but status and power!

Only by becoming Empress, no matter her origin, every woman in the world, no matter how noble, will have to bow to her!

When that time comes, who would dare mock her as a mere illegitimate daughter or insult her low-born mother!

Bai Wanwan, she’ll surely rise above everyone!

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