She Wants to Break Off the Engagement? I Refuse!

Northern Territory, Xuelong Pass.

"By the Prince's order—"

"Open the main gate today, fire the salute cannons, and welcome the Vermilion Bird Army and General Ning Hongye!"

The heavy city gates slowly swung open.

A fiery-red army, thousands strong, came galloping in.

At the lead was a woman wearing an Asura Mask.

She rode a warhorse, a blade hanging at her waist, clad in full armor, yet exuding a murderous aura so dense it felt almost tangible.

Even the elite troops following behind kept a respectful distance, filled with awe.

Soon, Ning Hongye led the Vermilion Bird Army into the city.

The streets were eerily empty. The common folk, knowing this Fiend Star Woman had arrived, had all hidden away, afraid of courting trouble.

"Thump! Thump! Thump..."

Suddenly, a few pebbles flew toward Ning Hongye, striking her armor.

They were soft and harmless, hardly qualifying as hidden weapons.

Because the ones throwing the stones were a few bratty kids, seven or eight years old.

"Villain! Big villain!"

"My mom says you're the Female Demon who massacred cities, killed millions, and even murdered your own father!"

"A heartless fiend like you doesn't deserve to set foot in our Northern Territory!"

Those brats, spoiled since childhood, knew no bounds and kept shouting.

"How dare you!"

"Slandering General Ning—an unforgivable crime!"

From within the Vermilion Bird Army, a slender, graceful figure shot out.

The sheer force of her movement sent those brats tumbling to the ground, wailing loudly.

"Azure Luan, stand down!"

Ning Hongye suddenly spoke: "No need to sulk over a few children. Besides, in this world, those who curse me number in the thousands, if not millions?"

Hearing the order, the female guard named Azure Luan immediately halted, but her eyes burned with defiance and resentment.

The master she served had bled and fought for Great Xia, risking life and limb.

Why did she have to bear such a vile reputation?

"Let's go. Hurry to King Zhenbei's Mansion, cancel this absurd Marriage Contract, and then head back!"

Ning Hongye spoke coldly, her voice devoid of any emotion, sharp as ice.

Half an hour later, King Zhenbei's Mansion.

"General Ning has arrived!"

Xiao Yang, dressed in brocade robes, strode forward with his head held high, accompanying his Father King to greet her.

His eight elder brothers followed close behind, their faces plastered with smug, gleeful expressions.

Even if Xiao Yang had been clever enough to trick his way into nine spiritual treasures, so what?

Wanting to marry the fearsome Female God of Slaughter meant he'd have to weigh whether his own life was tough enough to survive!

They'd even set up a betting pool in private.

Wagering whether Xiao Yang would last three days, ten days, or a month...

"Vermilion Bird Army, Ning Hongye, pays respects to King Zhenbei!"

Ning Hongye dismounted, walked step by step to the mansion's entrance, and cupped her hands in salute.

"You are the descendant of an old friend of mine, and soon to be wed to my son. No need for such formality!"

King Zhenbei immediately spoke, inviting her inside.

Xiao Yang, meanwhile, secretly sized up his own Fiancée.

Good grief, this was a hunk of iron!

She was covered head to toe in armor, revealing nothing of her face or figure.

Rumor had it she'd been disfigured on the battlefield, which was why his Eldest Brother, Xiao Junlin, had dodged the match in every way possible.

Still, the system had judged her as a "national beauty" level beauty—that couldn't be wrong!

"Jiu Lang, come meet your Fiancée!" King Zhenbei ordered again.

"Yes, Father King!"

Xiao Yang put on a smile and walked toward the iron lump.

[Ding! Detected a "national beauty" level beauty. Does the host wish to bind the target?]

"Yes!"

Xiao Yang agreed at once.

[Binding successful, cannot be changed!]

[Bound Target: Ning Hongye. Current Affection: 0.]

[Congratulations, host. You have received the First-Release Reward. The first gift given to your Bound Target will automatically trigger the highest-level "Ten-Thousand-Fold Return"!]

Happiness came too suddenly!

Seeing this message, Xiao Yang's heart surged with wild joy.

He had originally planned to give the Kirin Golden Light Armor to Ning Hongye as a meeting gift.

But now, this first-release Ten-Thousand-Fold Return reward—he'd have to think carefully about it!

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"Hongye, you've traveled a long way to the Northern Territory. Enter the estate and rest first. Then I will prepare the Engagement Ceremony for you and Jiu Lang!" King Zhenbei spoke.

"Hold on!"

Suddenly, Ning Hongye's icy voice rang out from beneath her armor: "King Zhenbei, this general has actually come this time to cancel the Marriage Contract!"

Hearing this, Xiao Yang couldn't help but curse under his breath.

If you didn't agree, why didn't you say so earlier!

I've already bound the system—can't change targets—and now you're backing out?

Doesn't that mean I'm finished?

Ning Hongye, you're not getting away!

"No!"

At this, King Zhenbei's face hardened as he barked sternly: "This is a Marriage Contract bestowed by His Majesty. How can it be defied? If word gets out and incites Imperial Wrath, what then?!"

Every word rang with iron resolve, carrying an unyielding authority.

Dad, well said!

Xiao Yang cheered for his cheap dad in his heart.

But Ning Hongye still insisted: "This general will explain it to His Majesty herself! If His Majesty punishes anyone, let it fall on me alone—it has nothing to do with the Xiao Family!"

"Besides, I, Ning Hongye, joined the army as a child. My hands are stained with blood. I have even ordered a City Massacre and killed millions."

"Even if I were willing to marry, would your son dare to take me?!"

As she spoke, a piercing gaze flashed from beneath her armor, sharp as a blade, sweeping over Xiao Yang and the other princes.

"Hiss..."

Several princes couldn't help but suck in cold air, stumbling back several steps, feeling a chill run down their spines.

Terrifying... too terrifying!

Truly a Fiend Star Woman who kills without blinking!

Just one look was enough to scare the wits out of anyone.

They asked themselves—this kind of woman, let alone marrying her, even staying near her for a moment would make them tremble.

And now, Ning Hongye was the one initiating the break—the Xiao Family bore no responsibility.

"In that case, then—"

Just as King Zhenbei was about to speak and cancel the marriage, Suddenly, a voice like thunder rang through the entire venue.

"Father King, I dare to marry her!"

What?!

At these words, the whole crowd erupted in shock.

Everyone turned to the source of the voice.

There stood Xiao Yang, stepping forward under countless gazes, the center of all attention!

"Has this guy lost his mind?"

"Throwing away such a golden opportunity, just to walk to his death?"

Eldest Prince Xiao Junlin shook his head, his face full of disdain.

"Jiu Lang, what do you mean by this?"

King Zhenbei frowned, also baffled.

He had no idea what his youngest son was up to.

"Father King, our Xiao Family earned our merit through martial prowess!"

"Eight hundred years ago, our ancestor was a commoner, but he followed the Founding Emperor to conquer the realm, establish Great Xia, and earn a kingship!"

"Generations of descendants have guarded the Northern Territory, producing countless famed generals—eighteen of them enshrined in the [Heroic Martial Pavilion] alone!"

"I, Xiao Yang, hold no official rank and have never served in the army. I can't charge into battle with a blade like my brothers, but I'm no coward either!"

"The sons of the Xiao Family have no weaklings. Why would I fear a female general?!"

Xiao Yang's words rang out, each syllable firm and resounding, echoing through the hall.

"Hahaha!"

King Zhenbei roared with delight, praising, "Well said! Truly my son, Xiao Qiankun's blood!"

But Xiao Yang's speech, while boosting the Xiao Family's prestige, inadvertently belittled Ning Hongye.

The elite soldiers of the Vermilion Bird Army present were deeply displeased.

An unremarkable Prince of the Xiao Family dared to look down on General Ning—courting death!

"Thud, thud, thud!"

Suddenly, Ning Hongye strode toward Xiao Yang.

The might of one woman surpassed a thousand troops!

"Xiao Yang, are you truly unafraid of me?!"

Her voice, like ice that had never thawed in ten thousand years, struck fear into all hearts.

"I'm not afraid!"

Xiao Yang shook his head, his gaze unwavering, and added, "Miss Ning, I don't just not fear you—I'm grateful to you!"

With that, before everyone present, he made an unexpected move—

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