The Anarchic Consort (Book 1)

656-660

His Highness' ministers had not thought of this. They were convinced that it was a lost cause, because once the three kingdoms arrived, they would be in a difficult situation. However, the other party had unexpectedly proposed an arranged marriage. There was a glimmer of hope, all had not been lost!

One of them stood up and addressed Elder Xu Wu with a jovial tone, "My War Dragon Empire and the Xuanyuan Kingdom have always maintained a close relationship, so it would be great if we can further strengthen our bonds."

The Elder Xu Wu broke into a smile when he heard this. "Lord Chen's words are indeed true."

Both of them kept up the flow of the conversation, as if they were old friends.

Zongzheng Wen Ren did not bother to listen to what the people below said. Instead, he glanced toward the slender figure of Baili Jia Jue who sat above. He said leisurely, "Brother Baili, do you remember our promise three years ago? I am here today to fulfil my part."

Zongzheng Wen Ren's smile appeared polite, but upon closer inspection, one could notice the hidden provocative undertones in his words.

Helian Wei Wei let out a long sigh as she heard this. Young man, this will not work. Not only is His Highness a clean freak, but he is also bad at remembering faces. There is no way that he would remember a promise from three years ago!

Indeed, Baili Jia Jue's gaze was steady, not a single hint of recognition to be seen. The only reaction he had was just a twitch of his eye. His left hand held onto the throne's handle as he parted his lips to speak. His entire being emitted a certain grace which complemented his aloof attitude as he asked, "Who are you?"

Who are you...

Who are you?!

Even though Zongzheng Wen Ren had always maintained a calm and patient image in public, he could not help but clench his fist when faced with this question. His eyes flashed as he thought, is this man trying to pick a fight? Even if Baili Jia Jue had truly forgotten him, someone had just announced his name and title before this! How could he still not know who he was?

Helian Wei Wei tried to suppress her amusement as she provided helpfully, "He is the crown prince of the Xuanyuan Kingdom."

"Oh?" Baili Jia Jue rested his face on one of his palms and furrowed his brows, as if he was trying to recall who the crown prince of the Xuanyuan Kingdom was.

Zongzheng Wen Ren's gaze darkened. He mustered up one last smile and said, "Looks like Brother Baili has recollected his memories. I am still hoping to have the chance to challenge you, to find out where each of us stand in terms of ability."

Baili Jia Jue supported his chin elegantly as his thin lips curved upwards. "Sure."

After seeing that Zhong Zheng Wen Ren had sat down, Helian Wei Wei looked toward Baili Jia Jue to inquire, "Have you really recalled who he is?"

"Not at all." Baili Jia Jue casually twisted the black jade ring he wore and smiled sardonically, "But based on what he said, he should be a loser that I defeated previously."

Zongzheng Wen Ren clenched the porcelain cup in his hand tightly when he heard this, and looked toward Elder Xu Wu.

Elder Xu Wu narrowed his eyes and prepared to speak...

... Only to be interrupted as Helian Wei Wei said, "Ah, then it's not worth our attention."

The Elder Xu Wu's gentle facade faltered. What does she mean by not worth their attention! Is this woman looking down on our crown prince? Or is she patronizing the Xuanyuan Kingdom?