If I were born again, I would marry a strong but short-lived husband.

Yong Dynasty, Shangjing City.

In just a few days, Shen Sui'an experienced a diverse change in human nature.

When the news that Lu Yuan was a prince of the Southern Dynasty spread, everyone was envious and jealous of her. In addition to the rewards given to her by the Queen Mother, the Second Prince and Concubine Yao also sent many gifts. There was an endless stream of invitations to her to attend banquets.

Shen Sui'an knew that these people just wanted to find out the details about Lu Yuan's life from her.

Now there are rumors that Lu Yuan is going to marry another princess.

The envy and jealousy disappeared, replaced by gloating and contempt that one thought was well hidden.

I want to see how she copes with the situation. After all, if Lu Yuan doesn't come to pick her up and she goes to the Southern Dynasty by herself, it would be a very degrading thing if the royal family of the Southern Dynasty doesn't recognize her identity.

Shen Sui'an was tired of dealing with all these looks and inquiries, so he simply moved back to Qilin Lane so that he wouldn't disturb the lives of other members of the Shen family.

The second house is still busy with Shen Siyao's marriage, so it is impossible for them to close the door and refuse visitors for her.

Just after sending away Feng Yuanjia who came to comfort her, Yao Xinling, whom she hadn't seen for a long time, came to visit.

Yao Xinling was the person that Concubine Yao had arranged to cooperate with her on the shipyard. She was a member of the younger generation of the Yao family, and Concubine Yao valued her and Yao Jin from the Dali Temple the most.

When Lu Yuan's life story became known to the public, Shen Suian knew that Yao Xinling would come looking for her sooner or later.

She represents Concubine Yao.

"Greetings, Princess Le'an." Yao Xinling was still bright and generous.

Shen Sui'an invited her to sit in the living room, with the same attitude as before.

"I heard from Master Shui that the caravan is ready for sea travel. I met the leader yesterday. Why did Princess Le'an choose such a young person to be the leader? Isn't she afraid that he has no experience?" Yao Xinling asked with a smile.

There was not a single word mentioned about Concubine Yao.

Shen Sui'an knew that Yao Xinling had doubts about Zhao Jiuling becoming the team leader.

"Miss Yao, you are talking about Zhao Jiuling, right? He is not the only one who went to sea. There are other experienced people as well. It's just that our dynasty has banned the sea for many years, and many merchants who bravely went to sea alone at that time have lost their drive."

"What Zhao Jiuling lacks in experience will be made up by the rest of the caravan, but his vision and courage are unmatched by others."

Yao Xinling was somewhat curious when she heard Shen Sui'an's high evaluation of this man, "Oh? How could he be so appreciated by the Princess of Le'an County?"

"He went to Minzhou alone and opened up the tea route from Minzhou to the Western Regions in less than two years. Miss Yao, isn't such a person brave and resourceful?" Shen Suian asked back.

Yao Xinling was stunned when she heard this. How could Zhao Jiuling, who looked handsome and gentle, be so powerful?

"I am narrow-minded." Yao Xinling admitted her mistake frankly.

"I will go to the dock again tomorrow and talk to Zhao Jiuling about his tea business."

"I heard that you also want to go to sea." Shen Suian asked.

Yao Xinling took a sip of tea and said, "I did want to, but my family doesn't agree."

Going out to sea was different from her previous travels. The dangers were hard to control, and she didn't know how many years she would be gone.

Even if she had the support of Concubine Yao, the old lady would firmly disagree.

Yao Xinling had no choice but to give up the idea. Since she couldn't go overseas, it would definitely be no problem to go there by river transportation when the time comes.

"Princess Le'an, you know I came here today for another thing." Yao Xinling said in a low voice.

"Are you here to ask, or is it Concubine Yao?" Shen Suian had been waiting for her to speak.

Yao Xinling curled her lips and smiled. It was easy to talk to smart people.

"There have been a lot of rumors out there lately. Today I heard that Commander Lu is going to marry someone else. However, I don't think Commander Lu is such an ungrateful person. Sooner or later you will go to the Southern Dynasty to be the princess."

Shen Sui'an raised his eyebrows and waited for Yao Xinling to continue.

"You are also a straightforward person, so I will speak frankly." Yao Xinling said.

"Although maritime transport is not the foundation of our dynasty, the Southern Dynasty has coveted our sea routes for many years. Although you are from the Yong Dynasty, many things are difficult to say when you come to the Southern Dynasty."

"Commander Lu is already a prince of the Southern Dynasty. Even though he grew up in the Yong Dynasty and has feelings for it, his stance is different after all."

"If possible, I would like to buy your shares in Hengshui Shipun."

Very blunt indeed.

Shen Sui'an poured her a cup of tea and said, "Miss Yao, since you were not in the capital some time ago, I did not have time to tell you that I am no longer the owner of Hengshui Ship Village."

Yao Xinling was stunned, "Huh?"

"I sold all my shares to Zhao Jiuling." Shen Sui'an said softly.

"As you said, although I am from the Yong Dynasty, even if I swear to heaven that I will not sell out my country, even if you believe me, others will not believe it. It is better to hand it over to a more suitable person as soon as possible." Shen Sui'an said.

Although it was a bit of a pity, her original intention in doing this was not to allow the Bai family to obtain sea transportation.

It's just about making money, Zhao Jiuling can do better than her.

Yao Xinling was silent for a moment, and admired Shen Sui'an's decisiveness, "Le'an County Lord is very generous."

Shen Sui'an said with a smile, "What kind of generosity is that? It's all for self-protection."

"..." Yao Xinling didn't expect Shen Suian to be so frank.

"Miss Yao, although the affairs of Chuantun have nothing to do with me in the future, Zhao Jiuling and I have an agreement that we will never cooperate with the Bai family in the future. I'd better tell you about this in advance." Shen Sui'an said.

The Bai family fled and no one knew where they were hiding.

Since Bai Shaojie was so eager to get the ship, she guessed that they would like to get involved in shipping in the future.

Yao Xinling smiled and said, "Even if you don't tell me, I won't let the Bai family go."

"But when does Princess Le'an plan to go to the Southern Dynasty?"

There were rumors rife outside, and even she couldn't help but wonder how Shen Suian would go to the Southern Dynasty to find Lu Yuan.

If Lu Yuan didn't send someone to pick her up, would she have stayed in Yong Dynasty forever?

"When the time comes, I will go naturally." Shen Sui'an was calm and composed.

She believed that Lu Yuan would not let her down. He was not Lu Heng, but she would not put her entire future on Lu Yuan.

Even if he doesn't come back and wants to marry someone else, she will have children and money, and she can still live a good life.

"It would have been great if I had met you earlier." Yao Xinling couldn't help but sigh.

They will definitely become good friends who can talk about anything.

As soon as Yao Xinling said goodbye and left, Ruan came.

She decided to have the housekeeper close the door and refuse visitors, "You should have a good rest and don't have to deal with those people who come to watch the show."

"Aunt, the audience doesn't dare to dance in front of me." Shen Sui'an smiled helplessly.

Ruan glared at her and said, "You were pregnant, but why didn't you tell me? I only found out about it when your mother let it slip."

"It's still early, I thought I'd tell you later." Shen Sui'an said in a soft voice, "Aunt, please don't blame me."

"Sui Sui, don't believe any news from the Southern Dynasty now unless Lu Yuan tells you personally." Ruan said in a low voice.

"I don't believe it, I only believe him." Shen Sui'an said.

Ruan was relieved to see that Shen Sui'an did not seem to be affected by the rumors.

However, at night, Shen Sui'an, who had been sleeping very soundly, was gently awakened by Fuqiu.

"Shh, Princess, there's someone outside." Fuqiu lowered her voice.