The pampered heiress holds the script and leads her cannon fodder family to a counterattack.

Chapter 229 How about I bestow a marriage upon you?

After the court session ended, the Emperor summoned Leng Chenyuan to the Hall of Diligent Governance, while the Crown Prince stood to the side.

"This humble subject, Chen Yuan, pays his respects to Your Majesty and the Crown Prince." Leng Chenyuan performed a deep bow.

The emperor sat high above his desk, looking down at the people below.

He referred to himself as a commoner named Chen Yuan and knelt before him, which made his attitude clear.

He wanted to live a normal life in Dayao and didn't want to go back to Yunze.

"Rise, and please sit down," the Emperor said.

A eunuch brought over a chair, and Qin Yezhong, who had difficulty walking, was also given a seat.

Apart from the servants, only the crown prince was standing; everyone else was sitting.

Crown Prince: ? ? ? Fine, I'm the lowest in rank.

He silently watched Leng Chenyuan, thinking back to how he had regarded this person as a rival in love just yesterday, and couldn't help but find it somewhat amusing.

Luckily, I listened to Yu Feng's advice and asked Qin Wanying, otherwise I would still be jealous.

The Emperor looked at Leng Chenyuan: "Why do you call yourself Chen Yuan, yet also refer to yourself as a commoner?"

Leng Chenyuan pondered for a moment and said, "The past is the past, and I don't want to mention it again. Now, I am just an ordinary servant in the Marquis of Dingbei's mansion."

The Emperor paused for a moment, then said, "Do you know how Yunze is doing lately?"

"This humble subject is unaware." Since Leng Chenyuan came to Da Yao, he has not heard any news about Yun Ze.

"The new ruler of Yunze is conscripting soldiers on a large scale, seemingly to expand his territory. If he gets into war, the people of Yunze will suffer greatly."

"They also found two hundred young boys and girls to sacrifice, praying to the gods to ensure the longevity of their kingdom," the emperor continued.

Leng Chenyuan's pupils contracted slightly.

He hadn't expected the Emperor to say these things to him. Indeed, this was something he hadn't anticipated.

His second brother was indeed cruel by nature, but he always pretended to be very nice to outsiders.

I never expected him to do these things as soon as he took office.

They also used young boys and girls as sacrifices.

A fire of anger ignited in his heart.

Now that my second brother has obtained the throne, he should think about the people. How can he do these things as soon as he takes the throne? What have the people of Yunze done to deserve this?

"I have often heard people say that the Third Prince of Yunze is benevolent and kind, and has the world in his heart. If one day Yunze can have a wise ruler who governs the country with benevolence and brings peace to the people with kindness, perhaps the people can truly live in peace and prosperity and be free from the suffering of fire and water," the Emperor continued.

"The world is constantly changing. Some things may be beyond human control, but others can be turned around by the efforts of a single person. What do you think?" The Emperor looked at Leng Chenyuan with a smile on his face.

Leng Chenyuan looked up at the Emperor; his meaning was already very clear.

He hoped to return and seize the throne, restoring peace and stability to Yunze.

In fact, the emperor's words did touch him somewhat.

He was taught from a young age to have the well-being of all people in his heart. He was unwilling to go back for revenge, but he was willing to go back for the sake of the people of Yunze.

Moreover, Emperor Yao wanted to help him ascend the throne and also wanted to form an alliance with Yunze.

If he were to become the emperor of Yunze, there would be no war between Dayao and Yunze for many years to come, which greatly appealed to him.

The Emperor looked at his expression and knew that he was still hesitant, and also knew that this matter could not be rushed.

He spoke first, saying, "You've just arrived in Great Yao, and it's beneath you to serve only as a servant. I'll bestow upon you a house; how about you move in?"

Leng Chenyuan frowned; he still wanted to stay with Qin Wanyue.

He then rose, knelt down, and said, “Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. However, the Marquis of Dingbei’s residence saved my life, and I wish to stay here to repay that debt of gratitude.”

Qin Yezhong slightly widened his eyes.

You dare refuse a gift from the Emperor?

But thinking about it again, this person is the future ruler of Yunze, and in a sense, he is actually equal to the emperor.

He glanced at the Emperor and saw that the Emperor was not angry.

The Emperor narrowed his eyes.

Why was he unwilling to leave the Marquis of Dingbei's residence?

Could it really be to repay a debt of gratitude? He didn't believe it.

"You're twenty-one this year, aren't you?" the Emperor continued.

Leng Chenyuan was slightly taken aback and remained silent for a moment.

Why did you suddenly ask him his age?

“Yes,” Leng Chenyuan replied.

"It's about time she reached marriageable age," the Emperor said with a smile.

Anyway, this person doesn't want to leave Dayao for the time being, so it's reasonable to arrange a marriage with him first, right?

Leng Chenyuan realized what the emperor was about to say, and in order to avoid the emperor bestowing a marriage upon him, he said directly, "Your Majesty, this humble subject already has someone he loves."

The Emperor was slightly taken aback. He actually had someone he loved?

Qin Yezhong was also stunned. His mind was a little blank, but he still managed to come to his senses.

Leng Chenyuan has someone he loves.

Leng Chenyuan did not want to return to Yunze.

Leng Chenyuan wanted to stay in the Dingbei Marquis's residence.

Leng Chenyuan was saved by his daughter.

Could it be...

Only Xiao Jiye showed no change in expression; Wan Ying had already told him who Leng Chenyuan liked.

The Emperor also became interested and asked, "I wonder which young lady is so fortunate?"

Leng Chenyuan blushed and stammered, refusing to speak.

The emperor found this young man interesting and wanted to tease him, so he said, "Since you don't have one, how about I bestow a marriage upon you?" You just called yourself a commoner, so as the emperor, it's reasonable for me to bestow a marriage upon you, isn't it?

Leng Chenyuan hurriedly spoke up: "This humble subject likes Qin Wanyue, the legitimate daughter of the Marquis of Dingbei!"

Qin Yezhong had an expression that said, "I knew it."

He felt a slight surge of anger. She liked his daughter? Had she even asked him, the father, how things had progressed? Had they already slept together?

Leng Chenyuan dared not look directly at the expression on Qin Ye's face, who had been stabbed, and continued to say to the Emperor, "Your Majesty, Qin Wanyue and I are in love. If Your Majesty wishes to grant us a marriage, please grant me the right to be with Qin Wanyue!"

Qin Yezhong's lips twitched slightly upon hearing this.

This guy isn't willing to let go of even the slightest opportunity.

Xiao Jiye had a faint smile on his lips, looking like he was watching a melon seed.

The emperor was also somewhat surprised, but he quickly understood.

Qin Wanyue saved him, but he was unwilling to leave the Dingbei Marquis's mansion. It turned out that he had fallen in love with Qin Wanyue.

He remembered that Qin Wanyue was a divorced woman, and Leng Chenyuan had just said that he and Qin Wanyue were in love.

If the two of them could be together, it would be a wonderful thing.

The Emperor looked at Qin Yezhong and said, "General Qin, would you be willing to marry your daughter to this man?"

Qin Yezhong looked at Leng Chenyuan and asked, "You just said that you and Wan Yue are in love. Is that true?"

Leng Chenyuan said urgently, "It's absolutely true. If you don't believe me, go back and ask the young lady."

Qin Yezhong looked at Leng Chenyuan and didn't think he was lying.

Recalling her daughter's actions today, she mentioned that she had taken him shopping for clothes yesterday, indicating that she truly likes him.

However, this man will become the ruler of Yunze in the future, and if his daughter goes to Yunze with him, he will not be able to see her again.

Qin Yezhong stood up and replied, "Your Majesty, this matter is to be decided by my daughter. If she wishes to marry, I am willing; if she does not wish to marry, I am unwilling."

Leng Chenyuan's eyes lit up.

That's great! Wan Yue will definitely be willing to marry me!

The Emperor said, "Then let's summon Qin Wanyue to the palace and ask her if she agrees."