Chapter 232: Chapter 175: Here to Establish a Marital Alliance

When Jun Moling returned, Shen Ruoxi was lost in her thoughts.

He had already walked to her side, yet she remained unaware, with one hand supporting her chin, filled with worries.

Jun Moling couldn’t help but chuckle softly and, taking advantage of her lack of defense, stole a gentle kiss on her cheek.

Shen Ruoxi finally awoke from her reverie, looked up, and exclaimed with delight, “Husband, you’re back.”

He slowly sat down beside her, with a hint of a doting smile on his face, “What are you thinking about? So engrossed. Your husband has been back for quite a while, yet you’re oblivious, really makes me quite sad.”

Shen Ruoxi lightly punched his chest, playfully chiding, “You’re the one with the glib tongue. I just returned from my parents’ house and have been worrying about the situation with my sister-in-laws, afraid they might seek revenge.”

Hearing Shen Ruoxi’s words, Jun Moling slightly frowned, “Who exactly is that elderly man named Gu Qingzhi around him?”

Shen Ruoxi laid out everything she knew, then said, “It seems the two of them have their own plans, and I really have no idea.”

Jun Moling slightly furrowed his brows and said, “Wife, don’t you find this matter very strange?

As soon as Chunyu Che arrived, the situation of the people around him was completely exposed, rumors spread all over the streets.

How could the information they obtained be more than what our carefully arranged spies have discovered?”

Shen Ruoxi smiled slightly, “What’s so strange about that? I suppose Chunyu Che himself deliberately revealed it, letting those who wanted to kill him know he has a top-tier master with him.

To deal with people like us would be as easy as cutting vegetables, let alone those ordinary people without any martial arts.”

Jun Moling frowned even more, “Is he really that formidable?”

Shen Ruoxi nodded, “He and my master were of the same era, twenty years ago he was already famous throughout the Martial World.

Indeed, Chunyu Che is powerful! To be able to recruit such a person.

However, for such a well-renowned person to stay by Chunyu Che’s side, what could he possibly have in mind? I really can’t figure it out.”

Jun Moling leaned a little closer to her, “Have you ever seen that Sword Shadow Residual Wind?”

Shen Ruoxi helplessly smiled, “Husband, he became famous before I was even born, how could I have seen this person, everything about him was told to me by my master, what a question you ask.”

Jun Moling lowered his voice, “Exactly, you haven’t seen him, and neither has your husband, and the people of the entire Capital City haven’t seen him either.

Just say, Chunyu Che doesn’t mention who that person is, even if he claims it’s a divine being, who would know whether it’s true or not, don’t you think?”

Shen Ruoxi was slightly stunned, “Husband, you mean the Sword Shadow Residual Wind is fake?”

Jun Moling smiled gently, “Whether it’s fake or not your husband isn’t sure, but no one has seen its true face, whether it’s real or fake, perhaps only Chunyu Che knows.”

Those words make sense, maybe Chunyu Che is just boasting, deliberately saying a top-tier master is with him, after all, many want to kill him, not just the Shen Family.

Shen Ruoxi nodded, “Husband, what you say makes sense, but Chunyu Che is quite sharp-minded. Whether that person is Sword Shadow Residual Wind or not, his purpose has been achieved.

Having such a figure with him, he can deter many who want to take his life, who would want to die in vain?”

Jun Moling seemed unwilling, with a hint of unwillingness on his face, “Wife, I truly wish to meet this person, to see if he’s as formidable as rumored?”

Shen Ruoxi gently smiled, her beautiful eyes sparkling, “Husband, I think it’s best not to try.

This person’s skills are indeed unbelievable, even my master is not his match.

Twenty years ago, among the six most famous figures in the world, he was number one, unmatched by anyone; we should steer clear.”

His wife always prides herself on being strong-willed, never yielding easily, but now hearing her speak like this, Jun Moling couldn’t help but be surprised.

He tenderly embraced her, softly saying, “As your husband, I am just curious if he truly is that extraordinary figure from rumors?”

Shen Ruoxi spoke softly, “What if he is or isn’t? We don’t need to know. Let’s assume he is; Chunyu Che, as a Monarch, is willing to admit his mistakes.

Moreover, his ongoing hope for peace, just this attitude alone is something we should support. After all, over the years, the people of both countries have suffered the agony of war.

My father, brothers, and the Shen Family Army fought bravely until the last person; what did they struggle for? Isn’t it for the peace we enjoy today?

Peace has finally arrived, and it must not be broken, just wishing he leaves our country safely.”

In Shen Ruoxi’s eyes shone a steadfast light, her tone filled with a deep appreciation for peace.

That was exactly what Jun Moling pondered in his heart, as no one wished for peace more than the soldiers fighting on the front lines.

Victory comes at a great cost, achieved through countless sacrifices and bloodshed, resulting in the prestige they possess today.

The people who lost loved ones in the war bear the deepest pain.

Others remain indifferent, caring only about fame, while only they must silently bear the grief in their hearts.

“Understood, let’s pack up now, we’re heading to the palace.” Jun Moling said.

At that time, the day was still early, Shen Ruoxi looked up at the sky, puzzled, “Now?”

“Yes, we’ll go early, to see why they have come this time,” Jun Moling’s expression showed slight concern.

Shen Ruoxi nodded slightly, responding, “Alright.”

When they arrived at the Imperial Palace, it presented an extraordinarily grand scene. Everywhere displayed the solemn atmosphere of important guests visiting, with numerous palace maids and eunuchs bustling about.

Seeing their figures, the palace maids and eunuchs hurriedly greeted them respectfully, and then the two headed straight to the Emperor’s study.

Chunyu Che’s party had already settled in at their lodge, and the Emperor naturally had words for Jun Moling.

Upon hearing the eunuch’s report, the Emperor immediately invited the two of them in.

Today, Shen Ruoxi was dressed in Princess Consort attire, exuding a dignified and graceful demeanor.

From her particularly good complexion, it was not difficult to see that her married life was happy and enviable.

However, the Emperor’s heart was filled with mixed emotions.

After the Emperor granted them seats, they both sat down steadily.

The Emperor then began to speak, “Chunyu Che has already arrived, I want to know, what thoughts does Princess Consort Zhan have on this?”

Shen Ruoxi slightly furrowed her delicate brow, thinking: How should I answer that?

If I say I don’t mind, after all, Chunyu Che was the murderer of her entire family;

If I say I do mind, wanting revenge, but in tracing back, the real culprit has already been punished, can I really, for personal reasons, push the people of both countries back into the depths of war?

After pondering for a moment, Shen Ruoxi slowly spoke, “Your Majesty, your attitude is my attitude.

However, there remains a doubt in my mind, why did Chunyu Che come to our country?”

“He came here firstly to apologize, secondly to revise the terms of peace between the two countries, and thirdly he seeks a marriage alliance, wishing to marry my Princess.

But alas, this wish will likely be unfulfilled, as my Princess is just over two years old. However, he did bring a Princess for a marriage alliance instead.” The Emperor said in an orderly manner.

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but be stunned, thinking: Chunyu Che might not harbor good intentions, proposing a marriage alliance so urgently at this time makes it hard not to suspect multiple motives.

Indeed, Jun Moling also sensed something unusual and immediately asked, “A marriage alliance? Did he mention whom the Princess he brought is to marry?”

“That was not mentioned, but a bit of thought can guess, considering my Princes are still young, it likely refers to you Princes.” The Emperor responded calmly, with mild interest.

But upon careful listening, it was detectable that the Emperor’s words contained a hint of schadenfreude.

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but chuckle softly and said quietly, “In my humble opinion, the primary candidate for this marriage alliance should be you, Your Majesty!”

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