Marriage Alliance

After the words were spoken on the Communication Crystal, the brother and sister inside the stone house fell silent.

Xu Yuan and Xu Xinyao both had strange expressions on their faces, while Big Ice Block remained quiet and said nothing.

When Xu Yuan broke up with his girlfriend in his previous life, his family eagerly arranged several blind dates for him. Hearing this, Xu Yuan could roughly guess what his father wanted to say, and now he saw that it was indeed the case.

Although the old man had a large business empire in his previous life, it was mostly just arranged marriages to pressure people into getting married. But now, the marriages that the old man is talking about are mostly political alliances.

A thought flashed through his mind, and Xu Yuan asked:

"A political marriage?"

After a slight pause on the other end of the Communication Crystal, a deep voice came through, offering no denial:

"Um."

Xu Yuan took a deep breath and asked:

"Shouldn't we consider a political marriage with Xu Changge? I don't recall him being engaged."

From what Xu Yuan remembered, this older brother was basically immune to women.

But it wasn't because no one pursued him. His ethereal beauty, captivating appearance, and unparalleled cultivation during his travels made him incredibly popular with women.

Women admire men like Xu Changge, but most women keep their feelings to themselves. Those who dare to express their admiration for this man are all exceptionally beautiful and accomplished.

But here's the problem: most of these women, who are exceptionally beautiful and talented, come from sects, and almost all of them participated in the Tianyuan Grand Competition thirteen years ago.

In other words,

Most of these stunningly beautiful women who harbored feelings for Xu Changge were personally killed by this older brother.

The so-called banished immortal is one who is untouched by worldly dust. If a banished immortal descends to the mortal realm, then he is no longer a banished immortal.

This guy is destined to be single forever.

Imperial Capital,

The black Coiled Dragon carriage traveled through the most bustling downtown area of Imperial Capital. The prosperous streets and the bustling crowds were all silent, so no one in the carriage dared to make a sound.

Inside the carriage, a middle-aged man with a somber expression sat upright before a desk, a half-foot-long round crystal floating in front of him.

Upon hearing the third son's question, Xu Yinhe gently tapped the documents on the desk in front of him:

"I have discussed this matter with Marquis of Martial Achievement, but they were the ones in charge."

Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan understood Marquis of Martial Achievement's meaning almost instantly.

The father's use of "they" as the main figures likely implies that the marriage was more likely a matrilocal marriage, rather than the princess marrying into their Prime Minister's Estate.

The Prime Minister's Estate is undoubtedly a level above the Marquis of Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate, so the marriage alliance involving the son-in-law is most likely a compromise.

Having witnessed the might of Shengshan County's military formation, Xu Yuan no longer underestimated the power of this "Northern War God," Marquis of Martial Achievement.

Even a saintly or powerful individual would likely be unable to cause any trouble in the face of a truly elite army formation.

Although the future of this world has been completely altered because of his butterfly wings, the time for his father to implement his plan should be drawing ever closer.

This arranged marriage is most likely a preparation for this purpose.

Of course, this kind of marriage into another family is not the same as that kind of marriage into another family.

After all, the power of the Prime Minister's Estate is undeniable.

The saying "Truth exists only within the range of cannons" holds true everywhere.

Even if it's a case of marrying into the Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate's family, it's unlikely to be the same as the kind of marriage Xu Yuan knew from his previous life.

It's impossible for a wicked servant to deceive his master, for a collateral relative to deceive his master, for him to be treated coldly, or even for Crown Prince on the wedding night.

After all, if the Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate dared to do these things, given how this father treated his family, he wouldn't just sit idly by.

However, judging from the old man's expression, it seems that the initial plan during the negotiations was to arrange a marriage between Xu Changge and the government.

Xu Yuan didn't know much about Princess Mu Zhiyun, after all, he had only lusted after her body in a base manner and hadn't really looked into her.

But it can't be overcome by a very simple principle.

It can't be suppressed.

Even Mu Zhiyun and Marquis of Martial Achievement were not confident that they could control this elder brother.

son-in-law

Thinking of this, Xu Yuan inexplicably wanted to laugh.

This guy going to the Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate will most likely be one of those "Dragon King's son-in-laws".

If Xu Changge were to marry Marquis of Martial Achievement, then in twenty or even ten years, the Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate would likely become his domain.

Although Xu Changge acts domineeringly, his domineering nature is based on his strength. Although he has never been able to win an argument with his second brother since childhood, it does not mean that he is without means.

Thinking of this, Xu Yuan let out a long sigh:

"Is Marquis of Martial Achievement afraid he can't control his elder brother?"

Xu Yinhe's voice came quickly:

"Marquis of Martial Achievement must have been thinking about this."

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Quiet.

After a while,

Xu Yinhe's voice came slowly:

"Originally, I didn't want to involve you in this matter, but judging from your behavior today..."

"Father."

Xu Yuan interrupted his father for the first time:

Is a marriage alliance necessary?

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the Communication Crystal before a voice came through:

"The impact is neither huge nor small."

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The words were ambiguous, but they made Xu Yuan's heart sink slightly.

In my memory, this father never forced his four siblings to do things they didn't want to do. Given that the other party said such things, this marriage arrangement will likely have a significant impact.

After a long silence, Xu Yuan took a deep breath:

"Understood. I will return to the Imperial Capital immediately after resolving the matter of the Wanxiang Sect."

"If you don't want to, there's no need to force yourself."

Xu Yinhe's voice was calm and even.

Although the relationship between the third son and Old Man Ran Ran's disciple was not clear, they were both of the same age, so he could understand some of it.

Xu Yuan gently shook his head and whispered:

"Father, this is just a political marriage. Besides, the whole thing started because of me, so this marriage is only natural."

Xu Yinhe didn't speak immediately upon hearing this, but Xu Xinyao, who was standing to the side, suddenly spoke up:

"Father, Third Brother has a beautiful woman by his side, while Xin Yao is all alone. Why don't we let Xin Yao go?"

The Marquis of Martial Achievement Estate doesn't only have that one young princess; there's also a Young Marquis who's a few years younger than Xu Changge. Before, because of Mu Zhiyun's matter, Xu Yuan had almost gotten into a conflict with her, but luckily Xu Changge was in the mansion at the time and stopped the Young Marquis from getting hurt.

Thinking of this, Xu Yuan glanced at his Fourth Sister beside him, sighed, and said:

"Xu Xinyao, they want their direct descendants."

Xu Yinhe's voice rang out, slightly stern:

"Changtian!"

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After a moment of silence, Xu Yuan chuckled softly and said nothing more.

Xu Xinyao bit her lip and remained silent.

Xu Yinhe's tone softened somewhat:

"Xin Yao, don't take it to heart. The grandson of Marquis of Martial Achievement is already engaged."

Xu Xinyao quieted down for a moment, then softly replied:

"Um"

Xu Yinhe then turned to Xu Yuan and asked, his tone slightly serious:

"Mistress, are you sure you've thought this through?"

Xu Yuan shrugged and nodded:

"It doesn't matter, it's all the same."

Xu Yinhe let out a long breath:

"Then this matter is settled. After the Wanxiang Sect incident, you will return to the capital immediately."

"Yes."

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"Is there anything else?"

"Yes, about... Ghost Seven."

silence.

After a while,

"Speak, I am listening."

I went out to eat and just got home. I can't finish writing now, so this will be a single update.