Chapter 30
Chu Liuyue had sold the hunting ground without consulting him. Rong Jin had initially planned to use this incident to sow discord between Emperor Jiawen and her. Thus, bringing about the dissolution of their marriage agreement.
He didn’t expect things to turn out like this. Chu Liuyue had a valid reason to sell the deed, and it was the result of her being bullied by the Chu family and him. He had no way of pulling himself out of this mess. It was a waste of time to dwell on this. Besides, the situation had become worse. This evening’s events had put the royal family at a disadvantage.
He knew this was something his father wouldn’t want. He had to cut the Gordian knot and propose to dissolve their marriage agreement immediately to make a clean break. Even if it resulted in him being criticized, it was better than his father having dissatisfaction with him.
Emperor Jiawen was silent; his expression solemn.
It was so quiet in the palace that one could hear a pin drop.
A penny for a pound. Rong Jin stated bluntly, “Father, I have no feelings for Big Chu Missy. Even if we marry, we wouldn’t be happy. It would be better for us all if we dissolve the marriage agreement.”
Chu Liuyue’s lowered her eyes to hide her contempt.
This man was not only irresponsible; he was also cunning and sinister. He gave such a grand presentation because he felt that she was a loser and unworthy of his status as Crown Prince. Throughout their years of having this marriage agreement, he had never said he wanted to dissolve the agreement. Instead, he chose this moment to bring it up.
Naturally, Chu Liuyue could guess his reason. He was a noble prince, whereas she was a born loser. If he had brought this matter up sooner, he would be ridiculed for being a snob.
As the crowd in the palace listened, they began to work out what was going on. Eyes began to fall on Chu Xianmin.
It didn’t sound like she had good intentions; she was clearly showing off on purpose! How dare she say all that when she knew for a fact that Chu Liuyue and the Crown Prince had a marriage agreement?
Besides…
To know his preferred tea and books was one thing, but she even knew the incense he burnt when he sleeps. This was…
“Tsk tsk. I thought Third Missy was extremely talented, gentle, and virtuous. I didn’t expect her to be so bold.”
1
“There are countless noble ladies in the Imperial City. Why is the Crown Prince partial to her? So that’s what it’s all about.”
“Even if Chu Liuyue is useless, she’s still her sister. But treating her like this, heh! What kind of woman gets together with a man who is engaged to their sister?”
“She looks quiet and virtuous. Who knows what is underneath that facade?”
Chu Xianmin’s face reddened as if a fire wildly burned in her chest!
Chu Liuyue’s words had directly ruined her reputation!
2
She stood up without a thought and snapped with a shriek. “B*tch! What nonsense are you talking about? I’ll rip your mouth off!”
Everyone heard the insult clearly.
Chu Xianmin panicked as soon as the words came out of her mouth. Her shrewish actions were bound to displease the Empress and the Crown Prince!
She looked toward Rong Jin and saw that his expression had indeed turned from shock to disgust.
Chu Xianmin’s heart sank all the way to the abyss, but Chu Liuyue sighed as if she was relieved of a great burden.
“Your Highness and Third Sister are a perfect match. I’m willing to withdraw and break off my engagement with you. I don’t need any compensation.”
Emperor Jiawen finally opened his mouth. “Liuyue, you are a good child. This is the Prince’s fault. How about this? I will give you and your father 100,000 taels of gold. In addition, I can see that your martial arts are quite good. Why don’t I find you a master from Tianlu Academy to teach you properly?”
Many people dreamed of the opportunity to be taught by Tian Lu Academy’s teachers.
Chu Liuyue muttered to herself for a moment. “Your Majesty, I want to enter Tian Lu Academy for cultivation on my own.”