Nan Zhaoxun replied, "Yes, since ancient times, it has been a matter of course for a sister-in-law to take care of her brother-in-law after her elder sister’s death. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

If the Empress swore fraternity with us and then made an alliance to have Su Ya taken in by the Emperor, the Empress would not only garner the support of the Nan Zhao Family but also earn a reputation as a virtuous woman. Why not?

Perhaps in his heart, the Emperor would be immensely grateful to you, grateful that you understood his intentions and helped him take in Su Ya, naturally fostering great gratitude and mutual respect.

With both sisters serving the Emperor, even if the Emperor were to take other concubines in the future, you would have someone to rely on, to help each other.

Empress, this solution is truly a perfect one. I advise you not to consider any further and agree."

"Indeed, Empress, this idea is really good, you should agree."

"You should agree."

"Agree..."

...

Several people nodded in agreement, with expressions suggesting they were all thinking of your welfare.

Su Yan suddenly found it both amusing and frustrating; did they think she was a fool?

Even if she wanted to earn a reputation for being virtuous, taking anyone in as a concubine could never involve Nanzhao Suya.

If, according to their theory, the Emperor truly had ulterior motives with Su Ya, then if she helped him take Su Ya in, she would be pushing her own husband towards a rival.

Was she really that foolish?

If she helped others win the Emperor’s favor, what would she have to rely on in the future?

In the harem, no matter how great the support, it cannot compare to the Emperor’s favor.

Without the Emperor’s favor, even if your father were as mighty as a god, he would find a way to have you toppled.

Another cold laugh rose in her heart. Su Yan suddenly smiled, meeting their expectant gaze, wanting to say two words to them.

Dream on!

Those two words lingered in her mouth before she changed her response:

"Thank you for your kind intentions, my courageous subjects, but your generosity puts me to shame.

It’s not that I don’t want to help the Emperor take in Nanzhao Suya, it’s that the Emperor simply doesn’t have that intention.

As for why the Emperor didn’t agree to betroth Su Ya to the Seventh Prince of Cangyue Country, it’s because Su Ya herself refused."