Divine Eagle Empire - Chapter 014: The Xiao Family's Marriage Proposal

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"Okay!" Wu Tianjiao replied without hesitation.
Wu Hongshuang giggled, appearing very happy, and said, "Then let's go!"
She got up and, without saying another word, grabbed his hand and left Chonghua Palace.
Xiang'er stared wide-eyed at them as they left, her jaw nearly dropping in astonishment. She muttered to herself, "What's wrong with Sixth Miss? Why is she suddenly being so nice to Young Master?"
After packing up the food box, Xiang'er was about to leave Chonghua Palace when she suddenly froze, exclaiming, "Miss Ling!"
Ling Xiaofeng was seen walking out of Wu Tianjiao's bedroom. Earlier, she didn't want to see Wu Hongshuang and the others, so she jumped off the roof beam and hid. She only came down after Wu Tianjiao left the bedroom and saw the scene in the hall clearly. As soon as Wu Hongshuang and Wu Tianjiao left, she came out.
Ling Xiaofeng ignored Xiang'er and hurriedly left Chonghua Palace, rushing back to Qifeng Tower. She wanted to tell her mother that Wu Tianjiao was about to be taken away by Wu Hongshuang. Others might not know what Wu Hongshuang was up to, but she knew perfectly well. Wu Hongshuang was a complete slut; how could she not be aroused after seeing Wu Tianjiao's body today? Although Wu Hongshuang and Wu Tianjiao were nominally half-siblings, Ling Xiaofeng was well aware of the rampant incestuous relationships within the aristocratic circle.
Ling Xiaofeng returned to Qifeng Tower and bumped into the maid Xiaomei as soon as she entered the courtyard. Ling Xiaofeng asked, "My mother?"
Xiao Mei said, "Miss! Madam has gone with the Prince to the front courtyard reception hall to meet guests!"
Ling Xiaofeng was slightly startled and said, "A guest? What kind of guest requires my mother to meet him?"
"Hehe..." Xiaomei made a funny face and giggled, "This servant must first congratulate you, Miss! Congratulations, Miss!"
Ling Xiaofeng asked in confusion, "Congratulations on what? Could it be...?" Xiaomei smiled and said, "Miss guessed correctly! The Prime Minister and his son have personally come to propose marriage to Madam!"
"What?"
Ling Xiaofeng's expression changed, and she blurted out, "My mother agreed?"
Xiao Mei said, "This servant doesn't know. Didn't Madam go to talk to him? Young Master Xiao is young, handsome, and dashing. He and Miss are a perfect match, a match made in heaven..."
"Shut up!"
Ling Xiaofeng glared at her angrily and snapped, "What nonsense are you spouting about my master's affairs? Who said I was going to marry Xiao Guodong!"
Xiao Mei trembled with fear and quickly knelt down, saying, "This servant knows she was wrong!"
Ling Xiaofeng snorted coldly and said, "From now on, behave yourself. If you spout any more nonsense, I'll rip out your tongue!"
With that, he flicked his sleeve, turned around, and hurried away.
In the main hall of the front courtyard, almost the entire Wu family was gathered. Wu Wudi, Madam Xuanhua, Wu Saiying, and the younger generation, including Wu Xuanshuang and Wu Qingshuang, were all present. Seated at the head of the hall was the current Prime Minister, Xiao Hongyuan. Xiao Hongyuan was in his fifties, but seemed to have taken good care of himself, looking younger than his actual age. His complexion was ruddy, and he possessed a handsome appearance. Although he had a long beard, it was clear he had been a handsome man in his youth. Standing beside him was a handsome man in his late twenties, wearing a white fox fur robe and a black mink fur hat, elegant and refined. This was none other than Xiao Guodong, the eldest son of the Xiao family.
In the hall, numerous exquisite silks and valuable items were displayed, all wrapped in red satin—undoubtedly betrothal gifts. Today, Prime Minister Xiao Hongyuan, accompanied by his beloved son Xiao Guodong, had come to the Jin Yang Prince's residence to propose marriage to Wu Saiying. It was quite sudden; although Wu Saiying had heard her daughter mention it that morning, she was still somewhat caught off guard. To openly bring betrothal gifts without their consent seemed to imply that he was certain they would agree.
Although there were many people in the hall, it was very quiet. No one spoke, and the atmosphere was very heavy. Whether it was Wu Wudi and his wife, the Xiao family father and son, or Wu Saiying, they all looked unhappy with long faces.
After a long silence, Wu Wudi, his face grim, broke the stillness in the hall: "Eldest sister, Xiao Feng is no longer a child. It's rare for the Prime Minister to come in person. With the Xiao family's status, is our nephew Xiao not good enough for Xiao Feng? Eldest sister! I think you should agree to this marriage!"
Wu Saiying sighed, "Brother! It's not that I don't agree to this marriage, but Xiao Feng's feelings for Xiao... uh! Forgive my bluntness, but although Young Master Xiao comes from a good family, his martial arts cultivation seems inferior to my Xiao Feng's?"
Upon hearing this, both father and son of the Xiao family changed their expressions. Xiao Hongyuan chuckled and said, "Does Madam Ling mean that as long as my son can beat your daughter, this marriage will be settled?"
Wu Saiying said, "My daughter's primary condition for choosing a husband is that he must surpass her in martial arts. If your son cannot meet this requirement, I am afraid I cannot agree to this marriage!"
Xiao Hongyuan snorted and said, "I've long heard that your daughter is highly skilled in martial arts, a standout among the younger generation in the capital, known as 'Divine Sword Meteor.' I've long wanted to see her skills. How about having your daughter come out and spar with my son?"
These words surprised everyone present. Xiao Guodong looked anxious and cried out, "Father!"
Xiao Hongyuan glared at him and cursed, "You spineless coward, shut up!"
He shook his head and sighed, looking disappointed in his son.
I don't think we need to!
Before Wu Saiying could answer, a voice came from outside the hall. Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw Ling Xiaofeng walk in silently. Dressed in white, she was as beautiful as snow and had an ethereal charm. Everyone in the hall was immediately captivated. Xiao Guodong's eyes lit up, and he stared at Ling Xiaofeng, completely mesmerized.
Ling Xiaofeng approached Xiao Hongyuan's seat, bowed slightly, and said, "Prime Minister, it's not that I underestimate your son, but with his martial arts skills, he wouldn't last five moves against me!"
"Ha! What arrogance!" Xiao Hongyuan's expression changed. He turned to look at his son beside him, only to find him staring blankly at Ling Xiaofeng, completely absorbed in her words, seemingly oblivious to her presence. "Ahem!" Xiao Hongyuan coughed and shook his head. He had originally intended to follow Ling Xiaofeng's lead and have his son withstand five of her moves. If he could endure five, then he'd have something to say. But seeing his son's performance, he couldn't even withstand three, let alone five. Oh well.
Xiao Hongyuan stood up and said to Ling Xiaofeng, "Miss Ling is indeed naturally beautiful, a peerless beauty, far beyond the reach of my son. This marriage is hereby called off!"
With that, he greeted Wu Wudi, exchanged a few pleasantries, and then took his leave.
Wu Wudi escorted the Xiao family father and son to the gate before returning to the main hall. He glared at Ling Xiaofeng and said, "Feng girl, couldn't you have shown the Prime Minister a little respect? You said five moves, but you couldn't have said fifty! You've offended the Xiao family this time; they'll definitely hold a grudge. You…" He then pointed at the mother and daughter, saying, "What am I supposed to say to you!"
Wu Saiying snorted and said, "Brother! Feng'er is right. The Xiao family has come to propose marriage, so am I supposed to agree? You know what kind of person Xiao Guodong is. You admire him, fine! You have so many daughters, you can choose one to marry him!"
"You..." Wu Wudi pointed at her, speechless with anger. After a long while, he angrily flicked his sleeve and said, "Let me tell you, the Xiao family will never let this go. You'd better be careful when you go out in the future!"
With that, he left the hall and strode away.
As soon as Wu Wudi left, the people in the hall dispersed. However, some astute people noticed that Madam Xuanhua, who was usually talkative and meddlesome, was behaving unusually today. She didn't say a word from beginning to end, neither opposing nor approving the Xiao family's marriage proposal. This left everyone puzzled and confused.
As Lady Xuanhua was leaving, Wu Qingshuang suddenly cried out, "Where's my sister? Where did she go?"
Madam Xuanhua, who had just reached the door, stopped and said, "This girl just came back and then disappeared. Has anyone seen her?"
"Your Majesty! Sister Hongshuang went to Chonghua Palace to visit Brother Tianjiao. I just saw her and Brother Tianjiao leave!"
Wu Jinshuang blushed and said that she had seen something she shouldn't have seen in Chonghua Palace. Even now, thinking back on it, her heart was still pounding, and she couldn't help but blush and feel her ears burning.
"What? She and that... went out! What were they doing out there?" Madam Xuanhua exclaimed in surprise.
Not only did her expression change, but Wu Saiying was also deeply horrified. Seeing this, Ling Xiaofeng quickly pulled her mother away to a secluded spot outside, saying, "Mother! That Wu Hongshuang is a vixen. I think she's probably infatuated with Wu Tianjiao. You'd better be careful she doesn't steal your little one away!"
Wu Saiying blushed and scolded, "You brat, what nonsense are you spouting? What about my little... um! Do you know where they went?"
Ling Xiaofeng said, "Mother! Look at you! You're being hypocritical! You still say it's not true, but I only came to tell you because I knew. Wu Hongshuang took him to 'Heaven on Earth'!"

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