C321 The Order Was to Force a Marriage(1)
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Jin's expression was indifferent. There was no surprise in his eyes. In fact, he had long guessed that Lan Xuehan would make such a decision. However, he could not pass the hurdle in his heart.
If Lan Xuehan really went to the Zihua Country, then the two of them would be very distant. The flames of war would be separated. At that time, if anything happened to her, even if his eyes were to reach the sky, it would still be too far away for her.
However, according to her character, she would definitely not be at ease behind him.
"Lan Xuehan, let me think about this matter again!"
Lan Xuehan looked at the worry in his eyes and her gaze became serious. "Dongfang Jin, could it be that you don't believe me?"
"No, just..."
Before she could finish, she was interrupted by Lan Xuehan. "It's good that you don't have it. Dongfang Jin, I know what you are worried about. I promise you, under any circumstances, I will take care of my comfort first. I will not take the risk! "
Looking at the stubborn look of the woman in front of him, Dongfang Jin sighed slightly and said in a compromise tone, "Lan Xuehan, I hope you remember what you said."
These words were undoubtedly a compromise. Lan Xuehan smiled and opened her eyes. She went forward and hugged his slender waist.
"Dongfang Jin, I hope this war will end sooner!"
Dongfang Jin heard her words and silently looked out the window. His eyes were filled with the light of destruction.
He also hoped to end all of this as soon as possible!
Time passed by in a flash. Dongfang Jin and the others' peaceful time in this town ended just like that. Before leaving, Lan Xuehan turned around to look, and her eyes were full of reluctance.
She did not know when she would have such a leisurely time after this departure!
Dongfang Jin looked at her and said, "Lan Xuehan, trust me. I will finish all of this as soon as possible. We will come back at that time."
Lan Xuehan looked at the seriousness in his eyes and nodded with a smile. Her eyes were filled with gratitude.
He had never said anything wrong about her promise!
After returning to Heavenly Saint Capital, Dongfang Jin was undoubtedly scolded by Emperor Wenjing. However, Dongfang Jin still had a pale face, and his facial expression was constantly changing.
In the end, Emperor Wenjing suddenly said, "I have already decreed that the daughter of the Soong family, Princess Ping Ting, will be given to you as your concubine. You should prepare for the next two days as soon as possible!"
These words undoubtedly broke Dongfang Jin's elegant and indifferent attitude. His eyes instantly turned cold, and his gaze was ice cold. "Royal Father, forgive me. This son will not obey this imperial decree!"
Looking at Dongfang Jin's cold face, Emperor Wenjing conveniently threw the memorial on his table onto Dongfang Jin. "Unfilial son, I am still the emperor of Linfeng Country here, and I am also your father. If you don't marry her, then prepare to kill your father!"
Dongfang Jin saw the memorial thrown at him and slightly turned his body to avoid it. "If Royal Father really forced my son to come this far, then don't blame me for being unfilial!"
After saying that, Dongfang Jin turned around and left without caring about Emperor Wenjing's ashen face. At this moment, Emperor Wenjing's suppressed voice sounded. "Even if you hate Zhen, don't forget that she is not only a goddess. She is also the daughter of your aunt. Didn't you always respect Mrs. Soong? Are you going to force her only daughter into a dead end?"
When Dongfang Jin heard this, his footsteps paused, and then he looked at him with a cold gaze. "This matter doesn't need Royal Father to worry about!"
After Dongfang Jin left, Emperor Wenjing looked at the memorial that Dongfang Jin avoided and was lost in thought for a long time.
Then, he called outside, "Lu Cheng, come in!"
Lu Cheng had been guarding outside the door the whole time, so he naturally heard most of the noise in the room. When he heard Emperor Wenjing calling him, he carefully walked in and respectfully lowered his head, as if he had not seen the mess on the floor.
"What orders do you have, Your Majesty?"
Emperor Wenjing's expression was solemn, and his eyes carried the determination unique to an emperor. "Pass down a decree that Princess Ping Ting will be given to the Third Prince, Prince Xu, as the princess consort. However, all formalities will be given to the princess consort!"
When Lu Cheng heard this, a trace of astonishment flashed across his eyes, but he quickly calmed down. "Yes, Your Majesty!"
After saying that, he carefully retreated.
Emperor Wenjing felt that Lan Xuehan was a bewitching witch. The reason why his son, who he had always been looking forward to, had become such a dissolute playboy who only loved beauties and did not want a country was all because of her.
In the past, because he did not want to tear apart the last bit of the father-son relationship with Dongfang Jin, he tolerated many times. He also endured the ridiculous words that he wanted to marry Lan Xuehan, even if it was a wife for the rest of his life!
But now, the Linfeng Country was in danger, and the people's sentiment was unstable. Moreover, he was obsessed with Lan Xuehan, to the extent that he ignored the state affairs. How could he still turn a blind eye to this?
That was why he directly issued such a decree. Soong Xiaoyou had the Soong family behind her, and she was now the Heavenly Lady. If this decree was passed down, he would not be able to refuse it, whether it was public or private.
Unless, for the sake of that woman, he was really willing to betray his family and give up the world!
After Dongfang Jin returned to the mansion, he received the news of Emperor Wenjing's betrothment.
He looked at the piece of paper in his hand. His face was dark, and his body was filled with cold air.
Lan Xuehan heard that Dongfang Jin had returned and entered the study. She frowned slightly, and then her expression did not change.
Dongfang Jin stayed in the study and did not come out even at night.
Until Uncle Lau came to report that Mrs. Soong had come.
Looking at the stunning Mrs. Soong in front of him, Dongfang Jin's eyes were deep. "I wonder why Aunt came late at night. What's the matter?"
Mrs. Soong looked at him and did not beat around the bush. "Jin'er, you should know why I am here. Aunt only has one daughter, but she has always been fond of you.
I know that you and Miss Lan are deeply in love and cannot bear to let her down. But Aunt doesn't ask for anything else, she only hopes that you can treat your son well. This way, even if Aunt dies, she will be able to rest in peace!"
His words were filled with emotion. Dongfang Jin looked at his most respected family member in front of him and pursed his lips, not saying a word.
From the beginning until the end, he had never thought of marrying Soong Xiaoyou, but now the situation was complicated and complicated. It was as if he had fallen into a deadlock and had no way to break out of it.
However, he understood that even if he betrayed the entire world, he was not willing to let down the person in his heart!
"Aunt, Jin can treat Xiaoyou as her most beloved younger sister, and protect her safety and happiness for the rest of her life. But if she marries her, Jin absolutely won't be able to do it. Aunt, please don't say anymore!"
Mrs. Soong did not expect that Dongfang Jin would still be able to reject her even though she had already spoken. Immediately, her expression darkened. "Jin'er, Aunt has never begged you for anything. Now, this is the only thing that you won't agree to?"
"Yes, forgive me for not being able to do it! If Aunt is fine, Jin will let Uncle Lau send you back!"
Mrs. Soong saw Dongfang Jin's firm attitude, and a cold glint flashed across her eyes. Then she coldly said, "Now that the Imperial Decree has been passed down, tomorrow everyone in the world will know. You'er will be the wife of your King Xu, Dongfang Jin. If you refuse to marry the Imperial Decree, won't that make the whole world laugh at you? Jin-er, are you really going to be so heartless? She is my daughter, your cousin!"