With a cold laugh Prince Fu said, "Now that your wings have hardened, you want to fly away from your parents? Ping Xiongdi, you don't understand. Yu 'er is clever and clever, naturally you don't need to worry too much about her. As for Yao Hua, you must discipline him especially strictly in order for him to be successful. He has been like this since he was little. As the saying goes, 'a rod produces a filial son'. If you are polite to him, he will treat it as a blessing, and in the future he will turn over your head … "
Suddenly from behind he heard a light cough, followed by a cold voice, "Yifu, turns out you sold me off so easily. I don't even know how much money I sold you, how am I supposed to help you count the money? I remember a year ago you took me in, and since then I have been under your command. I wonder how did you find out about my childhood? "
Prince Fu was extremely embarrassed. "Yao Hua," he said, "Who allowed you to leave without permission? Didn't I tell you to watch over Yu 'er at all times? Where are the rules that I usually teach you? When the elders are talking, how can you eavesdrop? "
Shangguan Yaohua said, "Miss Ping is still unconscious, there is no sign of improvement, I am not in a hurry. Listening to other people's business is considered eavesdropping. If it is related to me, I can say that I am open and aboveboard. Heh, you want me to stay by Miss Ping's side at all times, and in the end, she will become my wife. Is this your wishful thinking? "
In front of Manor Master Ping, Prince Fu did not want to appear too tyrannical. He was angry because he knew that Shangguan Yaohua was relying on this, which was why he dared to talk back to him without the slightest scruple. His heart was even more angry. Suppressing his anger, he said, "It is good that you are here. Right now you are not young anymore, it is time for you to set up a family. Ben Wang has the intention to discuss your marriage with Miss Ping. I see that the two of you are about the same age, a talented man, a beautiful woman, well-matched in social status, you are very well matched. However, you should express your opinion. Are you willing or not? "
Although he was asking a question, his tone and expression showed that he wanted him to answer 'yes'. As for the word 'unwilling', it had already been strangled before it could even form.
Shangguan Yaohua sneered and said, "Godfather, what you're talking about are all external factors. To judge whether two people are compatible or not, you shouldn't just look at their family background, age, and appearance. Otherwise, if there are so many suitable girls, are you going to marry them all? If you want me to say it myself, that's fine. I'll be frank with you. I'll never marry Miss Ping. Even if you kill me, I'll never marry her. You'd better not think about it anymore. If you really want to arrange a marriage for Miss Ping, I won't be stingy with my help. "
Although Manor Lord Ping respected the wishes of the younger generation on the surface, it was still a great loss of face for him to be rejected by the Shangguan Yaohua without leaving any room for negotiation. He was the head of the Ping Family Village and was used to being obeyed by others. A leopard could change its spots but not its spots. Even though he was disheartened by the matter of his beloved daughter, he still could not tolerate this kind of disobedience. His expression immediately darkened and he said, "Nephew, what are you saying? Do you hate my Yu 'er so much?"
Shangguan Yaohua said, "You're wrong. If I don't hate her, do I have to marry her? I don't really hate many girls in this world. Do I have to marry all of them? I'm just afraid that my godfather won't agree to raise so many good-looking but useless flower vases. " Manor Lord Ping heard him insinuating that his daughter was a 'good-looking but useless flower vase' and became even more annoyed. He said coldly, "Since you don't love Yu 'er, why did you say those words to her that day in the Ping Family Village? Why did you intentionally disturb her thoughts and then withdraw?"
Shangguan Yaohua snorted coldly and said, "I don't understand what Manor Lord Ping is saying. Why? Was I the one who disturbed the spring water? When we left the village, Miss Ping was already seriously injured and unconscious. You didn't have the chance to ask her what she was thinking. How can you say that on her behalf? Since Miss Ping is as beautiful as a fairy and loved by everyone as you said, there must be many young masters who confided in her. Could it be that she would be moved by everyone who said the word 'love'? Moreover, the situation was urgent at that time. You also saw it. I said that I couldn't lose her, including kissing her. It was all to wake her up and I had no choice but to do so. She hasn't taken these things seriously yet, but you're still holding on to them? "
Manor Master Ping was annoyed by his rebuttal and said, "No matter what, she at least listened to a few words from you before she regained her consciousness. This shows that you have a special place in her heart. You should take responsibility for her since you are different. What's wrong with Yu 'er that you keep rejecting her? Could it be that your heart already belongs to someone else? "
Shangguan Yaohua said, "You're wrong again. As long as the method is right, anyone can wake her up. It's just that you don't believe in her and aren't willing to consider things from her point of view, let alone truly understand her. You said that from now on, you'll treat her well and make it up to her. Could it be that you're respecting her by making decisions on her marriage on your own? In the end, she's just a chess piece that you can manipulate. I … I don't have anyone I love. It's the same for Miss Ping. The feeling of gratitude isn't the same as the love between a man and a woman. I won't marry her. It's not fair to her to make decisions on her own when she's unconscious. "
Manor Lord Ping was slightly startled. She thought about how even though she wholeheartedly wished for her daughter's happiness, what happened just now was simply out of habit. She also made the decision on her own to make arrangements for her. When she thought about how Ruoyu would look at her with a pitiful expression if she was unwilling, she felt guilty and shook her head.
Prince Fu, who was standing at the side, couldn't hold himself back and said, "Yao Hua, what are you trying to do? As a relative of the imperial family, do you think that you can do whatever you want with your future marriage? What kind of unrealistic thoughts do you have in your heart? You might as well say it all at once! Let's see if this prince can settle it for you! "
Shangguan Yaohua was startled for no reason. A blurry figure flashed through his mind. Seeing Prince Fu staring at him with wide eyes, he forced out a cold laugh and said, "I don't have any thoughts. I know very well that my marriage is just a stepping stone for you to obtain benefits in the future. How can I make the decision on my own? Therefore, you can be at ease. I've never had any 'unrealistic thoughts'. In the future, you can betroth any young miss from any noble family to me. You can have as many children as you want. In the future, whether they inherit the title of nobility or control the imperial court, it's all up to you! However, I'm determined not to marry that Miss Ping, and I don't dare to marry her. "
Prince Fu frowned and said, "What are you talking about? I think that Yu 'er is really not bad. The Ping family doesn't despise us for not being able to climb up the social ladder of the four great families. They're even more generous towards you. What else do you want? "
Shangguan Yaohua sneered and said, "You think she's not bad? What makes you think so? Is it just because she's beautiful? What can her face prove? As for what you said about not being able to climb up the social ladder of the four great families, I'm afraid that's not the right time. Perhaps you still don't know that you don't need to curry favor with Mr. Ping and compromise for the sake of the general interest. Because he's no longer the Manor Head, the four great families have been destroyed long ago. Now, perhaps all that's left is a pile of ruins. This matter has to be credited to that 'not bad' Miss Ping of yours. It's all because she was too willful and impulsive that she turned the Ping family manor upside down, destroying the foundation of the four great families that had been passed down for a hundred years. You dare to let this kind of person enter the manor? What's more, you're just an official with a different surname. The blood flowing in your body is not the blood of the imperial family! Your military exploits are illustrious, and you were highly regarded by the late Emperor. In the past, this was an indisputable fact. But now you're old and have been idle for many years. How many battles have you fought in the open? To put it bluntly, you're just an old general who's been idle on the battlefield. The current Emperor allows the court officials to play with power because he's young and inexperienced. He's powerless. He can't even protect himself. Do you think those true relatives of the imperial family will tolerate you? Right now, your every move is being watched by countless pairs of eyes in the dark. Miss Ping's identity is a treasure bowl that the Noble Consort Yun has set her eyes on first. This piece of fat meat that's already at her mouth, how can she let you snatch it away halfway? I still don't know how this vicious woman is going to deal with you. It's easy to dodge a spear in the open, but hard to defend against a stab in the dark. I'm afraid it'll be too late for you to complain! You're ruthless, but there's always someone more ruthless than you! Humph, if you're not a human, then wouldn't it be even more uncontrollable? I advise you to face the situation in front of you. Don't be greedy for small benefits in front of you. You'll tire yourself out for this kind of woman and lose your integrity in your later years! "
Prince Fu was greatly angered and shouted, "Impudent! You're full of nonsense, what nonsense are you spouting? How dare you be so rude in front of Manor Lord Ping? "
He then immediately apologized to Manor Lord Ping and said, "As long as you're a person with true talent, no matter when or where, you'll always be able to make a comeback. What's a momentary setback? As long as Brother Ping says the word, this Prince will accompany you to rebuild the Ping family manor in the Central Plains! At that time, you'll be the only one left of the Four Great Clans. This brat is ignorant and has offended you. I hope that you'll be magnanimous and not lower yourself to his level. This stinky brat really can't be too indulged. "However, when he said 'make a comeback', he naturally believed Shangguan Yaohua's words.
Manor Lord Ping shook his head. His face was still as sorrowful as before and did not change much because of this sentence. He sighed and said, "The destruction of the Four Great Clans may be a sign from the heavens. The hegemony that was exchanged with the blood of others, even if it's glorious, will not last long. From now on, I only want to live a peaceful life with Yu 'er and not get involved in the disputes of the martial arts world. Ai, Yao Hua, what you said is not without reason. You saved Yu 'er's life and this old man is very grateful. I hope that you'll save her until the end and save her again. "
Shangguan Yaohua frowned and said, "The heavens have the virtue of cherishing life. Since I saved her back then, I will not watch her die now. Otherwise, why should I take care of her? However, my words have no weight. Her words are like an imperial edict in your eyes, isn't that right? Fine, since I can't discuss this with you old fogeys, I'll go talk to her! As long as she personally says that she's not satisfied with me, you won't have any reason to force me. "After saying this, he turned around and walked into the room.
Prince Fu was unable to restrain his anger. With a flick of his sleeve, he swept the chessboard off the table and the chess pieces fell to the ground. He shouted, "You little bastard! Yu 'er's injuries haven't healed yet. If you dare to talk nonsense with her and affect her condition, not to mention Manor Lord Ping, even this Prince will not let you off easily! "
Shangguan Yaohua stopped in his tracks and half turned his head. The corner of his mouth pulled up and revealed a stiff smile. He said with ridicule, "Before she wakes up, I naturally won't play the lute to a cow. However, no matter what I say, to her, it will be better than hearing that you all decided on her own and decided on her marriage as soon as she wakes up. "Without giving Prince Fu a chance to scold him, he walked into the room. Prince Fu was so angry that he stomped his feet and scolded his unfilial son for being so mischievous and wasting his efforts.
Ping Ruoyu's condition was getting better by the day. Prince Fu and Manor Lord Ping were worried and came to check on her from time to time. On the surface, they were visiting, but in reality, they were worried that Shangguan Yaohua would say something unfavorable and upset her. Other than greeting them face to face, Shangguan Yaohua treated the two of them as air and took care of Ping Ruoyu as usual without saying a word.
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