Traveling through Tianlong: Starting from the Zhenlong chess game

Chapter 168 From Surprise to Shock

Although they are all one family, brothers with the same blood, the atmosphere of this special family gathering is even more "underworld" and "weird" than the funeral outside.

Looking at this family, with smiling expressions on their faces, as well as the obvious flattery and polite words without any sincerity, Mu Wanqing couldn't help but get goosebumps all over her body.

After talking about the situation in Zhao Mu's family, Princess Zhongxiao looked Zhao Mu up and down again, and then nodded with satisfaction.

Princess Zhongxiao winked at her daughter-in-law, Zhao Lan understood, and then said: "Xiao Mu, this is the eldest sister's mother-in-law, Princess Zhongxiao."

Although Zhao Mu had never met Princess Zhongxiao, Zhao Mu had a rough guess from her appearance. Because Hu Yanjin's appearance has many similarities with her mother.

Zhao Mu quickly stood up and saluted Princess Zhongxiao. Said: "Zhao Mu pays homage to the princess."

Princess Zhongxiao smiled and nodded and said, "Okay, my nephew, no courtesy."

Then Princess Zhongxiao greeted her with a lot of polite words. This time not only Mu Wanqing was clear, but A'Zhu was too. She used to think that her young master was already the kind of person who was well versed in "human relations", but compared with these high-ranking dignitaries in the capital, Murong Fu was considered a forthright person who spoke quickly and quickly.

But the polite words are almost enough, and it’s time to “see the situation”.

Princess Zhongxiao changed the subject, and then said with a smile: "Haha, my nephew, since ancient times, the marriage has always been decided by the parents. I am very satisfied with my nephew's appearance. Although my little girl is a bit naughty, she is also charming. Li, and my nephew are a perfect match. The concubine is also here today, and I want to plan an auspicious day later, so that we can finalize this marriage as early as possible. "

Princess Zhongxiao looked at Concubine Chai and asked, "I wonder what Concubine Chai wants?"

Although Concubine Chai is Zhao Mu's nominal "mother", she does not want to be Zhao Mu's boss. Moreover, the betrothal gift required by King Zhongxiao was huge. She didn't dare to make the decision for Zhao Ji, and the last money she saved came from herself.

Then Concubine Chai said: "They say that when a child grows up, he cannot control his mother. What do I think about this matter?"

Seeing that the "ball" was kicked to him again, Zhao Mu couldn't help but sneer in his heart. This is why he doesn't like this home very much. Everyone's eyes are slowly filled with calculations. Except for his father and mother, no one in this family treats him sincerely.

Zhao Mu had almost seen it, so he might as well finish the matter today.

Zhao Mu then stood up and said, "Thank you for your great love, Princess. But Zhao Mu is afraid that he will live up to the good intentions of Prince Zhongxiao."

After hearing this, the smiles on everyone's faces that were still smiling before suddenly froze. Everyone looked at Zhao Mu in shock. Especially Zhao Lan, who tried her best to promote this marriage.

Because they all couldn't understand why Zhao Mu refused this marriage.

Although Zhao Mu is a marquis, Hu Yanjin is also a princess, and her status is no lower than Zhao Mu. Moreover, King Zhongxiao was the founding father of the country, and Zhao Mu was just a declining clan. In everyone's opinion, it can be said that Zhao Mu's status as high as Hu Yanjin's is a "high climb". Even if Zhao Mu doesn't "kneel down and lick", he still has to be very attentive.

Now that Zhao Mu refused directly, this immediately put everyone in trouble.

Zhao Yong dug his ears, and then asked: "Did I hear correctly? On behalf of the Marquis, did you reject this marriage from Prince Zhongxiao's Mansion?"

Zhao Mu looked at his eldest brother and said calmly: "His Royal Highness Prince Dongping heard you right. Xiaohou is afraid that he will let down the good intentions of the princess and the four princesses this time."

Looking at these two brothers who were at war with each other, Mu Wanqing sighed in her heart. Fortunately, Duan Yu was the only male in the Duan family, and the others were all sisters. If it were like Zhao Mu's family, Dali would be really lively. Faced with Zhao Mu’s confirmation, Zhao Yong couldn’t help but burst out laughing. He then noticed his gaffe and stopped smiling. After all, Zhao Mu's behavior was indeed ridiculous in his eyes. He now even suspected that Zhao Mu had gone crazy after staying in the border areas for too long.

Hearing Zhao Mu's refusal again, Princess Zhongxiao and Zhao Lan were very embarrassed. At the moment, I feel that my face is quite low.

Especially Princess Zhongxiao. Because her daughter had met Zhao Mu with her own eyes and had a favorable impression of Zhao Mu, she went beyond her husband to personally propose marriage for her daughter. Now Zhao Mu directly refused, which made her somewhat embarrassed and unacceptable.

But at this moment, she remembered something. She stabilized her breathing, and then asked with a straight face: "I listened to Lan'er and wanted to promote this relationship. My nephew refused to accept this relationship. But are there any difficulties or concerns? Today I and the concubine are both here, if you have any concerns, my dear nephew, it’s okay.”

Princess Zhongxiao thought that Zhao Mu was concerned about the betrothal gift. After all, the betrothal gift that King Zhongxiao asked for was indeed too much. Therefore, Princess Zhongxiao's words also left some room for Zhao Mu. If he thinks the betrothal gift is too much, he can discuss everything behind closed doors today.

Zhao Mu also heard what Princess Zhongxiao meant, but Zhao Mu still refused: "Haha, Zhao Mu thanked Princess Zhongxiao again for her kindness. Zhao Mu has no difficulties or worries."

Hearing Zhao Mu's words, Princess Zhongxiao instantly darkened her face and said, "Then Mr. Zhao is not willing, but he thinks that my daughter is not worthy of Mr. Zhao?"

When Zhao Mu heard this, he waved his hand and said, "The princess has misunderstood. Zhao Mu rejected the princess's kindness. It's just that he has already made up his mind and doesn't want to delay the life of the four princesses."

Before Princess Zhongxiao could ask angrily, Zhao Mu let out a sigh of relief and said, "Originally, I wanted to wait for some time to tell the emperor about this matter before telling you about it. But since the princess mentioned it today, then It’s better to settle this matter today.”

After saying that, Zhao Mu shouted to Mu Wanqing behind him: "Wan'er!"

When Mu Wanqing heard Zhao Mu calling her, she stood up and stood next to Zhao Mu.

Zhao Mu proudly introduced: "This is Zhao Mu's sweetheart. The daughter of the emperor's younger brother of Dali." Zhao Mu thought for a while and then said nonsensically, "Duan Wanqing, the princess of Linglong County."

Mu Wanqing was stunned for two seconds as she listened to Zhao Mu's nonsense.

It is true that Mu Wanqing is the princess of Dali Kingdom, but Dali Kingdom has not officially canonized Mu Wanqing. How did Zhao Mu make up the title of "Princess Linglong" for her? However, Mu Wanqing thinks this title is quite nice.

However, there is something that makes Mu Wanqing uncomfortable, and that is the name "Duan Wanqing". Although her surname should be Duan, Mu Wanqing felt awkward hearing this name.

Everyone present was just surprised when they heard that Zhao Mu refused the marriage. But after hearing Zhao Mu introduce Mu Wanqing's true identity, he was shocked.

Zhao Yong even pinched himself. Now he even suspected that he was dreaming. But the pain in his arm told him that it was all real.

Concubine Chai asked seriously at this time: "Mu'er, this matter is not a joke. Is this girl really Princess Duan, who is the younger brother of the Emperor of Dali?"

Zhao Mu nodded and said: "The child is certainly not joking. Wan'er is the second daughter of the Nanwang of Dali Kingdom, and her identity is fake. This time, the money for the child's return to Beijing to purchase real estate was also partly funded by his father-in-law, in order to let the child Wan'er and I have a place to stand in the capital. I originally wanted to tell everyone about this matter as soon as I returned to the capital, and wrote a memorial to the emperor to explain it. However, I was ill for many days because of the acclimatization. Therefore, I never did it. Let everyone know.”

(End of this chapter)