This time, among the ministers attending the banquet, there were inevitably people from Ann Guochu, and the words Huang Ce used to curse Ann Guochu quickly reached his ears through those people.

Ann Guochu was exceedingly furious after hearing this. He immediately began his long-planned course of action, which was... rebellion!

What solidified Ann Guochu's decision to rebel wasn't just Huang Ce's cursing, but because Huang Ce transferred his soldiers to Wang Xiaoqiang.

This was enough to indicate that Huang Ce had begun to guard against him. If he didn't act swiftly, Huang Ce might further dilute his military power.

Naturally, he wouldn't foolishly wait until his military power was completely diluted to act, even though Ann Guochu had not yet advanced to the Immortal Emperor Realm, making the timing for rebellion not entirely ripe.

That night.

Ann Guochu called a few generals, confidants, Guest Elders, and Death Soldiers to discuss strategies and meticulously plan his rebellion.

While Ann Guochu plotted his treason, Wang Xiaoqiang was staying at the Imperial Palace. In Huang Ce's study, Huang Ce, Lotus Princess, Princess Hua Shao, and Wang Xiaoqiang sat together like a family, drinking tea and discussing important matters.

Huang Ce said, "Little Qiang, before you went to the Snow Territory, I mentioned the marriage between you and Princess Hua Shao. What are your thoughts on this?"

Referring to the marriage, Wang Xiaoqiang was slightly startled and instinctively glanced at Princess Hua Shao beside him. This time, Princess Hua Shao's attitude was entirely different from the last; previously, she had been extremely reluctant about marrying Wang Xiaoqiang, but now, she did not express an opinion, instead wearing a happy and harmonious smile, suggesting no opposition, just a bit of shyness.

It wasn't feasible for Wang Xiaoqiang to refuse at this point, and he had no reason to; in his childhood, he often fantasized about marrying a princess like a novel hero, and becoming the Imperial Son-in-Law would mean enjoying a lifetime of prosperity and wealth,

not to mention that Princess Hua Shao was an unparalleled beauty with noble and graceful temperament, admired universally.

Importantly, during their journey in the Ghost Territory, mutual affection had developed, it was a case of mutual willingness and fondness,

Thus, he nodded and said, "I am honored that His Majesty favors me; I, Wang Xiaoqiang, humbly accept the order."

"Little Qiang, I had no intention of coercion; our Yellow Dragon Empire has always advocated for freedom in marriage, and I hope your decision comes from your heart," Huang Ce said.

"Actually, even if His Majesty didn't intend to marry Princess Hua Shao to me, I would still pursue it," Wang Xiaoqiang stated his viewpoint.

Princess Hua Shao heard this and laughed happily and proudly, covering her mouth with a embroidered wide sleeve before the smile lines on her face fully formed, her big eyes mischievously glancing at everyone, afraid of being seen losing her composure.

Beside them, Lotus Princess pretended not to see her daughter's laugh, coughed, and said, "Since they both have no objections, then this matter is settled. Little Qiang, Princess Hua Shao, as the Empire's princess, is not permitted to live elsewhere, so we decided to build a house for you in Dragon City as your post-marriage residence."

Huang Ce followed, "Yes, I have made plans. Opposite Dragon City Plaza, we're building an Imperial Son-in-Law's Mansion for you, and now I wish to seek your opinions; would you prefer to wait until the mansion is completed to marry or marry now..."

Wang Xiaoqiang and Princess Hua Shao, upon hearing, remained silent. After a while, Wang Xiaoqiang said, "Let's wait until the Imperial Son-in-Law's Mansion is ready before marrying. Meanwhile, Hua Shao and I can further develop our relationship..."

"Then stay in the Imperial Palace during this time," said Princess Hua Shao, her charming face reddening.

"Aren't you going to Yueyang Academy?" Wang Xiaoqiang asked.

"Aren't you not going either?" Princess Hua Shao retorted.

"I have important duties, and Old Master does not restrict my movements," Wang Xiaoqiang replied calmly yet with a hint of pride.

"I have taken leave, so I don't need to go," Princess Hua Shao said.

"Haha, you continue your conversation; I still have some memorials to review and won't accompany you," Huang Ce said, standing and leading Lotus Princess out, leaving only Wang Xiaoqiang and Princess Hua Shao in the room.

Without Huang Ce and Lotus Princess, the two had things to say; once they left, the two, however, fell silent.

The two glanced at each other, causing an unexpected awkwardness.

"Hey, why aren't you speaking?" Princess Hua Shao initiated.

"What to say?"

"Aren't you happy to marry a princess of the Empire? Do you know how many princes and Feudal Kings are jealous of you? If it were them, they'd already be ecstatic!"

"They are marrying a princess of the Empire, while I'm marrying you, the person. A man marriagable, a woman marriageable, what's there to be excited about?" Wang Xiaoqiang rolled his eyes but spoke impeccable words, leaving Princess Hua Shao speechless.

"Hmph, if you are only after my princess status, I wouldn't marry you! I agreed to this marriage because you saved my life in the Ghost Territory. Otherwise, hmph, dream on..."

"Marrying me isn't better than marrying those Feudal Kings? I can protect you, but can those Feudal Kings assure your safety?" Wang Xiaoqiang's tone was calm, yet his words contained an undeniable arrogance.

"You can protect me, but it's just temporary, not forever. For this princess, work hard, young man!" Princess Hua Shao playfully remarked, reaching out her delicate, pale hand to gently pat Wang Xiaoqiang's head, like a grown-up encouraging a child.

Wang Xiaoqiang seized her soft, tender hand with his own, saying, "Isn't there any reward for hard work?"

Princess Hua Shao's charming face turned even redder. She shyly lowered her eyes, playfully retorting, "What reward do you want?"

"I'm thirsty," Wang Xiaoqiang said.

"Then let me pour you a glass of water!"

"I don't want water."

"What do you want to drink then?"

"Yogurt..."

Princess Hua Shao's face instantly flushed.

She was both embarrassed and flustered; as an Empire's princess raised in an elegant and refined environment, she had never heard such blatant and impudent words, even if Wang Xiaoqiang was now her fiancé, yet she found it somewhat hard to accept,

especially when seeing Wang Xiaoqiang's crafty eyes focusing on her sensitive parts, causing her discomfort.

She couldn't bear it anymore and finally erupted; she sprang from the chair, reaching out to hit Wang Xiaoqiang, "Do you believe I'll hit you?"

"Go ahead, I'm feeling itchy anyway, being hit might feel good. Hehe..." Wang Xiaoqiang grinned even more wickedly. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to recommend votes, monthly votes on Qidian {qidian.com}, your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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