There's no such thing as worth or not worth it... only whether you're willing or not!

This sentence felt like a dagger piercing into Su Yuwei's heart.

Clearly Wang Junze rejected her goodwill, yet these words inexplicably moved her, even... pained her.

No matter how lightly Wang Junze spoke, she understood the difficulty and danger within better than anyone.

At that moment, Su Yuwei felt a sudden impulse to disregard everything, to leave with Wang Junze and never return to the Capital City, to refuse this marriage completely.

But... such a thought only flashed momentarily before she entirely suppressed it.

This isn't a matter of wanting or not wanting; it's simply impossible to achieve.

King of Changlin might allow her to whimsically lead the Changling Army northwards, but he would definitely not agree to her breaking off the engagement.

Because that would practically mean a fallout between King of Changlin and the Empress, even with His Majesty the Emperor; the consequences would be enough to shake the entire world.

As for secretly leaving with Wang Junze... that's even more of a fantasy.

If even a hint of such news spread, Prince Yu would go mad; no matter where she and Wang Junze escape to, Prince Yu's men would certainly find them. By then, out of consideration for King of Changlin, Prince Yu might spare her, but he would definitely stop at nothing to kill Wang Junze.

So, such a thought is merely another fantasy.

Understanding all this, Su Yuwei quickly regained her composure.

"It's just your wishful thinking, Wang Junze, haven't you ever thought about whether I'm willing or not?"

With a calm demeanor, Su Yuwei stated, "In the short term, I'm Princess Consort Yu, but in the long run... if Prince Yu ascends the throne in the future, I would be the Empress. On what grounds do you assume I would be willing to give up such exalted status for you?"

Looking at Su Yuwei, Wang Junze remained silent.

"I admit, I do have some affection for you."

Su Yuwei clearly understood that it wasn't so easy to fool Wang Junze, and continued, "But so what? You and I, our identities are worlds apart; it's utterly impossible that there's any future between us. I liked you just as I liked the toys I had as a child... As time goes on, I will certainly realize that there are far more precious and significant things in this world than toys."

"Don't be overly sentimental. I'm giving you this chance precisely to sever the relationship between us completely... You could consider it my compensation for you!"

Having blurted out these words, Su Yuwei felt a newfound decisiveness.

That feeling was akin to... having deceived even herself.

"I've given you the opportunity; whether or not to take it is your own choice, unrelated to me!"

Having said this, Su Yuwei immediately turned away, speaking coldly, "In two days, the people from Judgment Department will arrive... Think it through for yourself!"

"Guards!"

Suddenly lowering her tone, Su Yuwei called out sternly.

In an instant, soldiers from the Changling Army rushed from afar.

Without even a backward glance at Wang Junze, Su Yuwei indifferently instructed, "See the guest out!"

...

Wang Junze was promptly expelled from the City Lord's Mansion, a treatment vastly different from when he arrived.

Even Wang Junze couldn't help but chuckle bitterly.

Of course, for him, such a situation didn't engender any feelings of shame or anger.

Because of Su Yuwei's words, to think that she was cold-hearted, valuing only benefits and status? Wang Junze wasn't that superficial or foolish.

Quite the opposite, despite Su Yuwei's indifferent and unfeeling demeanor now, Wang Junze felt her emotions all the more keenly.

Much like when Su Yuwei left the Northern Domain decisively.

In this world, it's not about what the other person says, but what they do.

Whether it was facing danger together at the Wang Family's doors, or mobilizing the Changling Army northward at all costs upon hearing news of his death, these are enough to show Su Yuwei's heartfelt intentions.

So... does what this foolish woman says matter?

Of course... it still matters!

At least now Wang Junze couldn't shamelessly return to the City Lord's Mansion anymore.

Shaking his head, Wang Junze simply turned and walked toward the inn where Su Yuwei had stayed when she was in Jubei City.

...

The news spread quickly.

Before Wang Junze reached the inn, the news of him being expelled by Su Yuwei from the City Lord's Mansion had already circulated, which also relieved many.

These people certainly didn't expect Su Yuwei to want Wang Junze to take charge of the Northern Domain, but expelling Wang Junze at least meant that Princess Changlin had no intention of handing Jubei City over to the Profound Moon Sword Sect, and that was certainly good news.

Of course, there were still quite a few people from minor sects and families who, hearing the news, sought out Wang Junze.

Firstly, regardless, Wang Junze's strength and status were evident; a skinny camel is bigger than a horse, and he was definitely worth wooing. Additionally, they also wanted to probe Wang Junze's views.

After all, the ownership of Jubei City truly concerned their vital interests and future.

However, these minor details do not need to be recounted one by one.

Returning our attention to the City Lord's Mansion.

Upon learning Wang Junze had left, Gao Hongliang quickly made his way to Su Yuwei's side.

Few people could guess Su Yuwei's mind, but Gao Hongliang was absolutely one of them.

Precisely because of this, Wang Junze's refusal impressed Gao Hongliang even more.

With such great benefits laid before him, to refuse without hesitation, just this spirit alone is beyond what many could ever imagine in a lifetime.

Just for this, he held Wang Junze in higher regard.

Only... because of this, he felt increasingly troubled.

"Commandery Princess, Prince Yu's men are now in Jubei City... If you expel Wang Junze, I'm afraid these people might lose their patience and take advantage of the situation."

"Then let them make a move, what does it have to do with me." Su Yuwei responded irritably, "If he wants to die, how could I possibly stop him?"

"..."

Even if Gao Hongliang was foolish, he naturally understood that this was definitely the angry words of a young girl, and he smiled wryly as he saluted, "Understood, I will go and warn those people, at least... before we leave the Northern Domain, they won't have any opportunity to make a move."

"???

Didn't you hear what I just said clearly?"

Su Yuwei glared at Gao Hongliang, full of annoyance.

But Gao Hongliang pretended not to notice, and continued speaking, "However, either way, Commandery Princess should best meet with Prince Yu's men, otherwise, once we leave, that kid's troubles will be endless. I've heard that Mr. Ximen has not yet left the Northern Domain."

"...Then let's meet them."

Upon hearing Ximen Piaoxue's name, Su Yuwei's heart skipped a beat, and she immediately agreed.

Seemingly afraid that Gao Hongliang would misunderstand, she added a clarifying note, "I'm not worried about his survival; it's just... after keeping them waiting for so many days, I should give Prince Yu some face."

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