Bai Shuilian continuously soothed Song Zhiqing's anger, and soon pacified his annoyance.
"Sanlang, does Prince Xiao truly fancy Zhihui? The grandaunt is unwilling, what should we do? Will Prince Xiao bear a grudge against you?"
Song Zhiqing smiled confidently, "How is that possible? The princes are currently in fierce competition, each trying to win over the ministers. Prince Xiao doesn't have enough time to ally with me, why would he hold a grudge? Otherwise, do you think he truly fancies a Zhihui?"
It's only because Zhihui is connected to the Song Family, and a beneficial in-law. Her father is also an official of the Fifth Rank. Do not underestimate the Fifth Rank; it's a watershed position, and if used well, it can accomplish great things.
There are only so many officials, aside from a few genuine loyalists to the emperor, the rest rely on competition and solicitation, whether by extending goodwill or through marriage alliances. These are all means of pulling strings.
