C117 (1/2)
The emperor had already known all of Qin Feng's schemes and ordered for Qin Feng to be apprehended. The entire palace fell into a state of panic. First, the prince was captured, and then the princess was also taken away.
Xuanyuan Zhiling found out that Qin Feng had been captured and sent to the prison. Even if he wanted to find the Emperor for theory, the moment he came out of the prison, he was already brought to the great hall by the Emperor. At this moment, Wen Yahan and the emperor were already waiting for him in the great hall.
”father, why did you capture Qin Feng?” This was the first time Xuanyuan Zhiling shouted this insolently to the Emperor. The Emperor and everyone present were slightly startled when they heard this. It was obvious that they did not believe that such words would come from Xuanyuan Zhiling's mouth.
The emperor knit his brows as he asked in astonishment, ”Is this the attitude of you speaking to the father?” When Wen Yahan heard that the emperor's voice was already mixed with some anger, the corners of his mouth hooked up into a faint, complacent smile.
”father, this son doesn't understand why you have to force me to marry someone I don't like.” Xuanyuan Zhiling's expression was a little cold as he stared at the emperor's face.
Wen Yahan stood at the side with a slightly dissatisfied expression, her brows slightly knitted together.
”Fourth Bro, what nonsense are you talking about?” The Emperor slammed the table heavily as traces of anger could be seen on his face. Wen Yahan's face was extremely ugly, it was ashen.
Xuanyuan Zhiling's face slightly froze, and his expression revealed a little coldness and determination. In Xuanyuan Zhiling's eyes, aside from Qin Feng, it was impossible for anyone to enter his heart.
”I hope the princess doesn't mind, and doesn't listen to his nonsense.” The emperor faintly smiled at Wen Yahan, his expression carrying a trace of apology. Seeing the emperor like this, Xuanyuan Zhiling lightly frowned.
”Your majesty, I don't mind, as long as Fourth Prince is willing to marry me.” Wen Yahan gave a very gentle smile, but the trace of disdain in her eyes was still completely revealed.
The emperor laughed with satisfaction when he heard that. ”A princess of the Soaring Wind Kingdom truly knows her place. Number four, where are you going to find a wife like her? father told you before, what's a man having three wives and four concubines? ”
”But Qin Feng is the only person in my heart. If father really wants to force me to marry this princess, then it would be better for you to just send me back to the prison.” Xuanyuan Zhiling's voice carried a trace of determination, and upon hearing it, the emperor's expression changed.
”How dare you!” Are you the one talking to your father? Do you really think I don't dare to send you to jail?! ” The emperor was furious when he heard this. There was even a hint of anger in his eyes.
Xuanyuan Zhiling let out a cold laugh, and a trace of disdain quickly flashed across his expression.
”Of course I know that father has this ability, it all depends on his wishes. If he wants to keep me in jail, I don't have any objections, but I definitely won't marry this woman.” Xuanyuan Zhiling said with determination.
Hearing this, the emperor's two brows tightly knitted together. ”We naturally understand your personality. There is no one in this world that you, Xuanyuan Zhiling, are afraid of, but there is only one thing that we know you must care about.”
Xuanyuan Zhiling slightly frowned. Before he could even react to the emperor's words, he saw the killing intent in the emperor's eyes.
”I think you should be able to imagine that Qin Feng has already been imprisoned. If you do not agree to this marriage, father will not be able to guarantee Qin Feng's safety.” As he said this, a burst of calculations swiftly flashed within the Emperor's eyes.
Xuanyuan Zhiling frowned, his heart was also trembling. He understood the father very well, he was cruel and merciless, the father was usually very decisive when facing the big picture.
”father, I didn't expect that you would still say these words.” Xuanyuan Zhiling never thought that the father would use this matter to threaten him, but the reality was right in front of him, and he had no choice but to believe what he had heard.
The emperor laughed coldly: ”I know you care about Qin Feng, but this isn't the reason you want to marry another woman.” As he spoke up to this point, a complicated expression flashed across the Emperor's face.
”father, I have to say, your move is indeed ruthless. You are forcing me to agree.” As Xuanyuan Zhiling said this, a hint of bitterness quickly flashed past his face.
The emperor coldly smiled, stood with his hands behind his back, and said, ”father was forced to do this.” The Emperor's voice had a trace of coldness in it, and there was no room for compromise at all.
”Since father has already said this much, even if I refuse, it wouldn't help.” Xuanyuan Zhiling raised the corner of his mouth and faintly smiled, but his smile carried a trace of bitterness.
When the emperor heard this, he chuckled and walked in front of Xuanyuan Zhiling: ”Since this is the case, then become your groom. Your Qin Feng will definitely ensure her safety.” After the emperor finished speaking, his gaze turned towards Wen Yahan. At this moment, Wen Yahan's face was glowing.
”father, this son has one last request. Can you agree to this son's request?” Xuanyuan Zhiling sighed softly, his expression extremely solemn.
The Emperor frowned slightly, then a faint coldness quickly flashed within his expression.
”Tell me, if I can do it, I'll definitely promise you.” When the emperor said this, his gaze once again landed on Xuanyuan Zhiling's body, and he saw the determination on Xuanyuan Zhiling's face.