The Prince of Badong was in a foul mood.
Ever since he had sent someone to deliver three hundred thousand cash to Wang Yang's house, he had sat in glowering silence. Wang Yi made a little more small talk, then, seeing the prince's frustration, tactfully rose to take his leave.
"I still have to deliver the decree to the Chief Clerk's Residence, so I won't trouble you any longer, Your Highness. When I return from my mission, it should be just in time for your wedding. I'll certainly come begging for a cup of wedding wine."
The Prince of Badong's expression eased a little.
"Of course. I only hope you won't delay your return, Mounted Attendant."
"I won't, I won't! I love a lively celebration! Even if it costs me this old life, I'll make it back on time to share in your good fortune!"
The Prince of Badong smiled.
Wang Yang asked curiously, "Are you taking a consort, Your Highness?"
"Yes," the Prince of Badong replied distractedly. Then he paused and looked at Wang Yang, a spark returning to his eyes.
"That fourth girl from Xie Ling's family. You've met her."
Wang Yang instantly lost all control of his expression and turned to stone on the spot!
"Pfft, hahahahaha!"
The Prince of Badong pointed at Wang Yang and doubled over laughing.
Wang Yang immediately realized that the prince was teasing him. With his wits, he would have sorted truth from falsehood with another moment's thought, even before the prince laughed. But the announcement had come so suddenly that his brain had crashed outright. By the time it rebooted, he was drenched in sweat.
The Prince of Badong looked as though he had won a great battle. His brows rose high as he watched Wang Yang smugly, triumph spilling from