Zhang Yu is Targeted

"Old Ancestor, what... what are you saying?" Xiao Fenghua asked, surprised.

"What? You didn't hear clearly?"

Xiao Xuan frowned slightly, his tone deepening.

"This young man, Zhang Yu, has boundless potential and heaven-defying methods.

If we can win him over and tie him to our Imperial Family, it will bring nothing but benefits to my Xiao family's empire.

Your beauty, intellect, and status are all top-tier. You are the best candidate to carry out this mission."

Prince Jing, Xiao Jingfeng, secretly nodded upon hearing this. From a father's perspective, Zhang Yu was indeed an excellent candidate for a son-in-law.

Xiao Fenghua did not act like a coy young lady. She spoke first, "Fenghua... accepts the order."

She didn't have any particular feelings for Zhang Yu, but she didn't dislike him either.

Moreover, the interests of the Imperial Family were paramount. Since Xiao Xuan had chosen her, she could not disobey.

Just as everyone thought the matter was settled, a voice, charming to the bone, with three parts languor and seven parts seduction, suddenly rang out from a corner of the great hall.

"Old Ancestor, let me handle this kind of matter.

Although Sister Fenghua is talented and beautiful, her personality is too cold and she doesn't understand romance. I'm afraid... she's not the best choice."

Everyone turned to look at the source of the voice. In the corner of the great hall, a woman in a peach-pink palace gown gracefully emerged.

Her figure was graceful, and as she took light steps, her skirt swayed, like a blooming peach blossom.

Her pair of peach blossom eyes glistened with moisture, her gaze captivating. Every frown and smile carried a natural charm that seemed capable of stealing a man's soul.

It was none other than Prince Qi's most beloved daughter, Xiao Meier, who had been conferred the title of "Princess Mei."

Xiao Meier walked to the center of the great hall and bowed gracefully to Xiao Xuan, Xiao Zhengshan, and the others, her posture elegant yet full of allure.

"Mei'er greets the Old Ancestor, Imperial Uncle, and all my Royal Uncles." Her voice was soft and delicate, as if it carried countless tiny hooks, making hearts itch.

She raised her head, her gaze sweeping over the pale-faced, cold-expressioned Xiao Fenghua. A smug, provocative curve appeared at the corner of her lips, and she said charmingly, "Sister Fenghua's personality is cold and aloof. She has always disliked being close to men. If we send her to approach Zhang Yu, I fear it will be counterproductive.

It might displease Zhang Yu, and he'll think our Imperial Family sent an 'Ice Beauty' to annoy him."

"As for Mei'er..."

She gently stroked a strand of hair by her temple, her eyes flowing like silk, "Mei'er knows best how to please men. Although Zhang Yu is formidable, he is, after all, a man of flesh and blood.

No man dislikes a gentle and considerate woman."

"Old Ancestor, don't you agree... that's how it is?"

Her words were flawless. She belittled Xiao Fenghua as "unromantic" and "likely to ruin things," while elevating herself as "understanding" and "more likely to succeed." She managed to make a naked "honey trap" competition sound noble and proper.

In the great hall, many princes and lords looked at Xiao Meier's charming and alluring appearance and couldn't help but praise her inwardly.

This Xiao Meier was truly a natural siren.

When it came to attracting and controlling men, the cold and noble Princess Fenghua was likely no match for her.

Prince Rui, seeing someone trying to snatch the son-in-law he had his eye on, said displeasedly, "Niece, the Old Ancestor's command has its reasons. You shouldn't cause trouble."

Xiao Fenghua was angered by Xiao Meier's provocation, and her voice turned icy. "Isn't it just seducing men? What's so difficult about that? You don't need to worry about it, Sister."

Xiao Xuan's gaze swept back and forth between Xiao Fenghua and Xiao Meier. After a moment of thought, he finally nodded slowly.

"Hmm... what Mei'er said is not without reason.

Zhang Yu is a man of deep thoughts, and he cannot be dealt with using ordinary methods.

Fenghua's coldness might arouse his desire to conquer; Mei'er's charm might make him lower his guard.

Since you both have this intention..."

A sharp glint flashed in his eyes as he made his decision.

"Then you shall go together."

"Fenghua, you will go to the Heavenly Prison under the guise of the Imperial Family to 'visit' Zhang Yu. Discuss martial arts and formations with him, and attract him with your talent and temperament."

"Mei'er, you will act freely. Use your methods to approach him and probe his weaknesses."

"Remember, you have only one mission – to sleep with him at all costs. Whoever succeeds will be our Imperial Family's future... great contributor. I will then establish your Father King as the Crown Prince."

"Crown Prince?"

These two words struck the great hall like thunder from the heavens.

Prince Jing, Xiao Jingfeng, and Prince Qi, Xiao Jinglong, trembled violently. They suddenly looked up, their eyes bursting with unprecedented brilliance.

The Crown Prince was the future heir to the throne, the ultimate goal that they, as princes and imperial grandsons, dreamed of and strived for their entire lives.

The struggle for succession among nine dragons, how fierce it was!

Now, the Old Ancestor was throwing out the bait of "establishing the Crown Prince" because of one "Zhang Yu"!

This was no longer just a competition between two princesses; it had directly escalated to the height of the future destinies of Jing Prince's Estate and Prince Qi's Estate.

Whose daughter could capture Zhang Yu, whose father would become the Crown Prince and rule the world in the future.

Prince Jing, Xiao Jingfeng, his breathing suddenly quickened. He glanced at his daughter, Xiao Fenghua, standing resolutely beside him, and a monstrous wave surged in his heart.

Prince Qi, Xiao Jinglong, was so excited he almost jumped up.

He already doted on Xiao Meier, believing this daughter was his lucky star. Now, he placed all his hopes on her.