Samlet frowned after hearing this, because he realized things seemed somewhat different from what he had guessed.
When the Sixth Prince saw Samlet frown, his heart sank as well.
In truth, according to his own wishes, he naturally wanted his younger sister to marry Sam, this rising star. Not only did Sam have a master with a powerful background, he himself was also a genius on the Warrior's Path. Perhaps before long, he might ascend to Legendary Rank himself.
But reality often did not allow one to act according to one's wishes. Half a year ago, King Father had Smog find that person—the sole key for every kingdom in the world to break free of its shackles. As the discoverer, they naturally had to hold this key firmly in their own hands.
And there was no relationship more secure than becoming the younger brother-in-law of the kingdom's future heir.
The Sixth Prince took a deep breath, then raised the wine cup before him and said:
"I'm sorry. This was King Father's decision, so... well, let's drink instead."
The Sixth Prince perfectly played the role of an elder brother-in-law who thought highly of him, yet regretted that things could not work out because of his parents. If the person across from him had truly been a rising junior fond of Qianxi, he might genuinely have been deeply grateful because of this attitude.
However, She Li had no such thoughts. He had merely confirmed certain things.
"Let's set that matter aside for now. I've recently encountered a bottleneck in my cultivation. I heard from my master that Attendant Holmes is an expert on the Warrior's Path, so I wish to seek Attendant Holmes's guidance on matters of cultivation. I wonder whether Your Highness could introduce me."
Upon hearing Samlet's request, the Sixth