A Beauty's Deep Affection, an Eternal Tale

"Palace Master Zhou, do you agree to marry Xue Ke?"

As soon as he said that, Xue Ye regretted it; he had spoken out of turn.

The entire audience erupted in uproar!

What's the meaning?

Before you announced your engagement, you didn't even consult Zhou Chen?

This is ridiculous! How desperate is the Heaven Dou Imperial Family?

Everyone present was intelligent, and after a little thought, they understood Xue Ye's idea.

This old man wants to force the princess into marriage in public, coercing Zhou Chen to agree to the engagement, thereby binding the Purple Micro Palace to the Heaven Dou Empire's war machine.

All eyes immediately turned to Zhou Chen.

Without a doubt, Zhou Chen's answer today will determine whether the Heaven Dou Imperial Family is about to rise or will become enemies with the Purple Micro Palace!

Salas, Kundera, and the rulers of various kingdoms and duchies strongly hoped that Zhou Chen would refuse the marriage proposal, as only in that way could their plan to overthrow the Heaven Dou Empire be thwarted.

Meanwhile, the ministers and nobles, including Marshal Ge Long, who supported the Heaven Dou Empire, looked solemn.

As for Zhu Zhuqing, Dugu Yan, and the other girls, they all held their breath, waiting for Zhou Chen's answer.

The most innocent one is Xue Ke.

At this moment, Xue Ke's face was a little pale, and tears glistened in her azure eyes as she looked pitifully at Zhou Chen. What she feared most was being rejected by Zhou Chen on the spot!

Seeing Zhou Chen's unhappy expression, Xue Ke felt her heart breaking. If she couldn't be with Zhou Chen, she would truly lose all hope.

Seeing Xue Ke's pitiful eyes, Zhou Chen felt great pity and was about to speak when Ning Fengzhi suddenly stood up!

Ning Fengzhi looked at Zhou Chen and said sincerely, "Palace Master Zhou, I've watched Xue Ke grow up. She's kind-hearted, pure, and truly a rare girl. I hope you won't let her down. If you marry Xue Ke, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will be your eternal friend!"

Upon hearing Ning Fengzhi's explanation, a sincere expression of gratitude immediately appeared in Xue Ye's eyes.

Salas glared coldly at Ning Fengzhi, clearly very dissatisfied.

Upon hearing Ning Fengzhi's words, Zhou Chen's expression remained unchanged, and he said calmly, "Your Majesty, I am very dissatisfied with your actions this time."

Upon hearing this, Xue Ke's face turned deathly pale, and she swayed, almost unable to stand.

Xue Ye and those who supported the Heaven Dou Empire all had grim expressions.

As for Salas and the others, they could hardly hide their joy.

It seems that the Heaven Dou Empire has shot itself in the foot this time. Not only has the marriage alliance failed, but it has also offended the Purple Micro Palace.

However, Zhou Chen's next words caused Salas's mood to plummet instantly.

"However, I am a person who clearly distinguishes between gratitude and resentment, and my dissatisfaction with His Majesty has nothing to do with Xue Ke."

Zhou Chen's expression turned serious, and he said solemnly, "Just as Sect Master Ning said, Xue Ke is a good girl. I don't want to miss out on her or hurt her."

"Therefore, I am willing to marry her, and I can agree to today's engagement. However, Your Majesty must grant me one condition!"

Upon hearing Zhou Chen's words, Xue Ye's aged face immediately lit up with joy. "Palace Master Zhou, please speak. As long as it's within my power, I will not refuse!"

"It's very simple, Your Majesty. As you know, Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan are also my confidantes. In my heart, all my women are equal. I cannot betray them just because I married Xue Ke. Therefore..."

At this point, Zhou Chen paused, then said solemnly, "I demand that after Princess Xue Ke marries into our family, she shall have the same equal status as Ye Lingling and the others. There is no concept of a principal wife in our family; each and every one of them is my beloved wife."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing, who was standing next to Zhou Chen, immediately lost all her anger and blushed; Ye Lingling and the other girls softened their gazes and were deeply moved.

But Xue Ye's expression turned rather unpleasant.

It should be understood that royal princesses are always the principal wife in any family they marry into. If they were to become a concubine, how could the Heaven Dou Imperial Family maintain its dignity?

Most importantly, Xue Ke is his own daughter, and it's too unfair that she can't become the legal wife after marrying into another family.

"Father, I am willing."

Seeing that Xue Ye was still hesitating, Xue Ke blushed and said, "I'm willing to do anything as long as I can be with him."

Upon hearing this, Xue Ye nodded helplessly and looked at Zhou Chen, saying, "Since Xue Ke is willing, then I agree to your conditions. I only hope that you will treat Xue Ke well in the future and not let her suffer any injustice."

"Your Majesty, please rest assured."

Zhou Chen nodded and solemnly promised.

"Still calling me Your Majesty?"

Xue Ye suddenly said with a half-smile.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Chen immediately seized the opportunity, stood up, and bowed to Xue Ye.

"Father-in-law, please rest assured, from today onwards, Xue Ke will be the treasure in my heart."

Upon hearing Zhou Chen's shameless words, Xue Ke immediately lowered her head in embarrassment, but felt a slight sweetness in her heart.

"Haha, great!"

Xue Ye laughed loudly, stood up, and his deep, resonant voice instantly echoed throughout the palace, "I, Xue Ye, Emperor of the Heaven Dou Empire, on behalf of the Heaven Dou Empire, announce that Zhou Chen, the Palace Master of the Palace Master of Purple Micro Palace and Xuanyuan Family Young Master, will be formally engaged to my daughter, Xue Ke!"

As soon as he said this, thunderous applause erupted, and cheers rose and fell.

After all, most of the people present were subjects and allies of the Heaven Dou Empire, and they were happy to see this marriage alliance.

Xue Ye raised his right hand and waved it lightly to the crowd below. The applause quickly stopped, and the vast palace fell silent.

After the applause subsided, His Majesty the Emperor continued, "Next, please welcome Zhou Chen and my daughter Xue Ke to conduct their engagement ceremony."

In the Douluo Continent, the so-called engagement ceremony is actually just the couple getting together, holding hands, and kissing.

Zhou Chen wasn't opposed to this, but he was worried that Zhu Zhuqing, Ye Lingling, and the other girls would get jealous.

"Go ahead, things have come to this, I have no choice but to tolerate you."

Behind Zhou Chen, Zhu Zhuqing said irritably.

Zhou Chen smiled awkwardly, then stood up and was about to take a step when he saw Xue Ke rush over to him in a few quick steps.

Xue Ke gently pinched the hem of her clothes, her face flushed, and reached out to take Zhou Chen's hand.

Immediately afterwards, the girl took the initiative to lean in, gently tiptoe, and gave Zhou Chen a soft kiss on the lips.

The applause erupted again, and the vast majority of people offered their blessings and encouragement to this distinguished couple.

Throughout history, princesses in royal families have been tools for political marriages, and it is generally difficult for them to marry the person they love and find happiness.

But today, Xue Ke's behavior proves that she loves Zhou Chen very deeply. It is also a kind of fate that these two like-minded young people can come together.

Perhaps, millions of years from now, it will be a legendary tale.