First annul the engagement, then sever ties with the empress; the empress reigns supreme.

A person cannot suddenly change without a reason, especially a stubborn person like Mu Lingxuan.

For him to change, something profoundly painful and mind-blowing would have to happen.

It's obvious they're up to no good, like a weasel offering New Year's greetings to a chicken.

No matter what Mu Lingxuan was planning, Gu Junxi didn't want to cause herself any trouble.

Just as Gu Junxi was about to refuse, Mu Lingye tightened his grip on her hand, pulling her back with a domineering and possessive force. He used his tall frame to completely shield her, preemptively refusing her.

"My Crown Princess is unavailable, so there's no need for an apology."

Mu Lingxuan witnessed the intimacy between Mu Lingye and Gu Junxi, suppressing his jealousy, and deliberately provoked them with resentment: "Is it that you really don't have time, or is Your Majesty afraid? Afraid that Xixi will have contact with me? After all, Xixi was once truly devoted to me!"

The things I did when I was young and naive have become boomerangs, piercing my heart with deadly precision.

Upon hearing this, Gu Junxi's previously lowered eyebrows suddenly shot up, and she glared at Mu Lingxuan. The palm of her hand, which was being held by Mu Lingye, was also sweaty.

It's a major taboo for a former fiancé to meet with his current husband.

Unfortunately, her ex-fiancé was indiscriminate in his sexuality and would provoke her from time to time.

This kind of provocation is unacceptable to any man, let alone Mu Lingxuan's casual mention of their past.

Her relationship with Mu Lingye had just improved, and she really didn't want it to become strained again because of Mu Lingxuan.

"Mu Lingxuan, that's enough!"

Gu Junxi took half a step forward and coldly rebuked him.

As soon as she finished speaking, she felt herself being pulled back behind Mu Lingye.

From her angle, she could only see Mu Lingye's tense profile, which clearly showed that he was genuinely angry.

Even the best relationships need nurturing and maintenance, and their relationship has only just officially entered a stable phase, so it needs even more care.

"Ah Ling..." Gu Junxi called out softly to comfort her.

"I'm fine!" Mu Lingye turned to the side, a smile appearing on his cold face, but the smile didn't reach his eyes.

Gu Junxi pursed her lips guiltily and stopped talking.

Mu Lingye then looked at Mu Lingxuan again, his thin lips curving upwards with contempt: "Your Highness knows it's all in the past. If you only know how to wallow in the past, you'll never grow up. You should be more mindful, after all, Consort Li is still hoping that you'll regain your freedom through your son."

Kill people and kill your heart.

Mu Lingxuan's past immature behavior certainly shows that he hasn't grown up.

Speaking of Consort Li, Mu Lingxuan felt as if a tight headband had been put on his head, making him feel uncomfortable all over, and the madness in his body also subsided.

During this period, Consort Li constantly gave him instructions, urging him to work hard, make something of himself, and save her from the abyss. She put pressure on him, making it hard for him to breathe.

"Let's go!" Seeing that Mu Lingxuan's arrogance had subsided and his tense facial features had softened, Mu Lingye pulled Gu Junxi back into the carriage.

The carriage curtain was lifted, and suddenly someone among the pedestrians on the roadside excitedly pointed towards the main road and shouted.

"Quick, look! The envoy delegation from the Yan Kingdom has arrived!"

The sound of horses' hooves rang out, growing louder as they approached. Then, someone among the pedestrians exclaimed, "Look! The young master riding at the very front is so handsome! His eyes are blue, how unique!"

"Blue eyes! Isn't that the distinctive mark of Leng Xuanjue, the eldest prince of Yan? Then this young man must be the eldest prince of Yan!"

"Is that the eldest prince of Yan who has a grudge against His Highness the Crown Prince? I've heard that the eldest prince of Yan has ulterior motives towards His Highness the Crown Prince. I thought the eldest prince of Yan was a burly man with a full beard. I didn't expect the eldest prince of Yan to be so handsome, just as good-looking as His Highness the Crown Prince!"

As the first murmur arose, more and more voices followed.

Mu Lingye and Gu Junxi's actions of getting into the carriage were once again forced to stop.

Gu Junxi stood behind Mu Lingye, and through the crowd, she noticed Leng Xuanjue's gaze falling on Mu Lingye.

His eyes held an aggressive glint, like a hunter spotting his delighted prey.

At the same time, Gu Junxi also felt that Mu Lingye's body in front of her stiffened almost instantly, and his gaze changed. In particular, Leng Xuanjue reined in his horse and pointed the whip in his hand directly at Mu Lingye.

It was as if it were saying silently—I, the prince, have arrived, and you cannot escape.

Mu Lingxuan naturally noticed the commotion. His gaze shifted back and forth between Mu Lingye and Leng Xuanjue. Suddenly, as if he had thought of something, his previously dejected and disadvantaged mood soared, and his eyes brightened.

His lips curved into a wide smile, and his voice boomed, as if afraid those around him wouldn't hear: "Brother, the envoy from Yan has arrived! It was your duty to receive the envoy from Yan, so what's going on here? No one has been arranged to greet them. You don't intend to leave again, do you?!"

Mu Lingxuan's words were like the fuse that ignited a bomb, instantly drawing everyone's attention, including Leng Xuanjue, who was riding on horseback.

Leng Xuanjue seemed to have discovered something interesting again. He put away his whip, did not dodge, and rode his horse directly to the front of the carriage. He deceptively concealed his sharpness and looked at Mu Lingye as if he were catching up with an old friend he had not seen for a long time.

"Your Highness, I have finally arrived in your territory, and you leave without even saying hello. Isn't that too heartless? Back in the Yan Kingdom, I took great care of you!"

To call shameless coveting "taking care" shows how thick-skinned Leng Xuanjue is.

It is precisely because of his shamelessness that he can always accurately hit Mu Lingye's sore spots.

Gu Junxi felt Mu Lingye tightening his grip on her hand, and his facial expression was also changing.

hiss……

Gu Junxi frowned, feeling as if Mu Lingye was about to crush her hand.

This is how Gu Junxi realized that Mu Lingye's emotions had reached the point of being out of control.

Otherwise, Mu Lingye would never have hurt her!

Mu Lingye absolutely cannot lose control of his emotions in front of everyone, otherwise it will become an excuse for Mu Lingxuan and those who want to remove Mu Lingye from his position.

"What, Your Highness, are you not speaking? Do you not want to pay attention to me? Last time we met, Your Highness did not have a fiancée. I did not expect that Your Highness would be married this time. It is a pity that I did not get to drink the wedding wine, but it is alright. I have prepared a wedding gift for you."

After Leng Xuanjue finished speaking, he didn't hear Mu Lingye's reply for a long time. His provocative gaze fell on Gu Junxi, and he pointed his riding whip to the spot on his chest, the spot where Mu Lingye had the slave mark.

As expected, Mu Lingye was provoked by Leng Xuanjue, and the taut string inside his body seemed to snap suddenly.

His thin lips pressed into a straight line, and the hand that was still holding Gu Junxi's hand loosened, his whole body exuding a murderous aura, and his hand reached for the soft sword hidden at his waist.

"Ah Ling!" Gu Junxi noticed Mu Lingye's actions, promptly placed her hand on the back of Mu Lingye's hand, and shook her head at Mu Lingye.

Mu Lingye's emotions had already changed, as if he couldn't see Gu Junxi at all. He impatiently shook off Gu Junxi's hand and continued what he was doing.

Once a sharp blade is drawn, it must be revealed to the world.

Gu Junxi glanced at Mu Lingxuan, Leng Xuanjue, and the others who were waiting to watch the show. Seeing that she couldn't persuade Mu Lingye, she had no choice but to go all out!