In the eyes of the veteran ministers of the Southern Border, their new emperor marrying a commoner from the Central Plains as the Imperial Consort is an unparalleled honor for that commoner and even the small country where the commoner came from. Of course, this honor was only achieved through their grudging concessions.
So, Hongfu Su performed the act of granting favor from a position of superiority with full flair. Don't praise the acting skills; she truly embraces her role!
Because, deep in her heart, that's exactly how she feels!
Leaving behind the chaos in the Great Zhou Capital Region, Hongfu Su turned southward without taking a cloud with her.
Of course, the one who was granted favor, that old man with great foresight as Hongfu Su calls him, was so troubled that he hadn't eaten for days, appearing entirely worn out for her!