I Inherited 5,000 Years of Family Property-Chapter 1669 - 1673: It Would Be a Loss of Face for Me

"Father, I have already told you many times; I should decide my own matters. Today, please allow Lan Xin to be willful just once!"

"It's not up to you!"

From deep within the palace, a flame-like welcome streaked across the sky, and a majestic figure instantly appeared before Lan Xin.

He was Emperor Yan Tianyao of the Yanlan Empire, a formidable powerhouse at the second grade Divine Cultivation Realm!

"Do you realize that this life of mine was given by the head of the Gu Family? Without the Gu Family, there wouldn't be the Royal Family today, nor would there be you. The gratitude we owe the Gu Family is immeasurable."

"Must my daughter's happiness be sacrificed to repay this debt?" Lan Xin questioned, "Father, I am your daughter, not a gift you can send to others. I want to find someone I truly love, not be arranged to marry someone I've never met and may not even like."

"Is there truly no other way to repay the Gu Family's kindness?"

"No!" Yan Tianyao didn't even consider the question, "Although Gu Xiao cannot cultivate, his condition was caused by that assassination event, so our Royal Family must bear the responsibility. Even though it's very unfair to you, being born into this Royal Family means this is your destiny!"

"So in your eyes, am I never a living person, incapable of having my own feelings and thoughts?" Yan Tianyao's words cut Lan Xin's heart like a knife, with tears almost flowing.

"You are, and always will be, my daughter," Yan Tianyao sighed, "I am also reluctant to let go of you, but once words are spoken, they cannot be taken back. I cannot go back on my word."

"So, in your heart, the country always comes first." Lan Xin understood her father's stance clearly; persuading him to cancel the marriage was an impossibility.

"You can think that way!"

"Fine," Lan Xin stepped back, "If so, then forgive me for being unfilial, but today, no matter what, I will not marry!"

"You dare?" Yan Tianyao did not expect Lan Xin to be so determined, "If that's the case, I will personally escort you to the Gu Family!"

"Your Majesty, perhaps you can listen to my words," Qing Kong, who had stood quietly for a long time, finally spoke up, "The saying 'parental orders, matchmaking words,' is indeed correct, but those are very old customs. Young people today pursue freedom, so why force a marriage?"

"Indeed, Your Majesty," Zhan Xun immediately added, "There are many ways to repay the Gu Family's grace. It's not necessary to send the Third Princess away. Gu Xiao cannot cultivate, but you can find someone to protect him closely, reward him with treasure, ensuring him a lifetime of prosperity and peace, which is already quite good."

"You two..."

Yan Tianyao did not expect key figures from the Guardian Families to appear here.

One Zhan Xun was understandable; now with Old Master Zhan just recovering from illness, Zhan Xun only has one foot in the Divine Cultivation Realm, much weaker than the once-thriving Zhan Family.

But Qing Kong is different. As the strongest in the Yanlan Empire, even those reclusive veterans of the Royal Family cannot compare to him. Yan Tianyao must show him due respect.

He even heard that not long ago, Qing Kong acquired a Saint Grade weapon, causing quite a stir in the Imperial City, further solidifying his position in the Yanlan Empire.

He observed the stance of the two, clearly standing before Lan Xin to speak for her.

He was very puzzled as to when the people from the Guardian Families were drawn to Lan Xin?

If it were others, he would have simply disregarded them, but these two family members left him with no choice, he definitely had to give face to the Guardian Family.

"Your Majesty, I think the matter of the Third Princess should be reconsidered." Qing Kong continued, "I humbly urge you to think carefully."

"I hope Your Majesty will reconsider."

...

"This..." Yan Tianyao was suddenly caught between a rock and a hard place, "You two, aren't you afraid of clashing with the Gu Family?"

"Haha, Your Majesty, to be honest, I owe the Third Princess a favor, which is why I dare to plea for her today. If I offend the Gu Family, so be it, I have already promised to help end this marriage."

"I feel the same way," Zhan Xun said, "This is also my father's intention."

Yan Tianyao glanced at the Gu Family's people; surprisingly, Gu Xiao's expression was calm, not at all like someone spurned on his wedding day, which puzzled him.

He quickly calculated in his mind; it seemed these two were determined to help Lan Xin. Although the Gu Family is powerful, the Qing Family alone is evenly matched with them, and now there's the Zhan Family as well. Unless they can draw other families to their side, they would certainly be at a disadvantage.

But now, Qing Kong is not the same as before, boasting two Divine Veins and a Saint Grade weapon, likely able to face two or three equally strong Guardians without faltering. Even if the Gu Family finds allies, they're unlikely to gain the upper hand.

"Gu Meng, what do you think of this..." Yan Tianyao was somewhat powerless now; he couldn't turn against the key figures from two Guardian Families here, could he?

"Gu Meng will follow Your Majesty's orders," Gu Meng immediately expressed, "But regarding this matter, I cannot make the decision. If elder brother finds out..."

"Child, what do you think?" Yan Tianyao looked at Gu Xiao; if Gu Xiao was willing to relinquish, it would provide him a way out, "You see, now it's rather difficult for me. But rest assured, I won't let you suffer grievance. If you have other requests, you can put them forward directly. If I can satisfy your requests, I will certainly do so."

This was Yan Tianyao's biggest concession.

"Gu Xiao, your Uncle Qing's words carry weight, don't they?"

"Gu Xiao, I advise you to consider thoroughly." Qing Kong and Zhan Xun spoke with a slightly threatening tone at this moment.

"I refuse."

Contrary to everyone's expectations, most believed the timid Gu Xiao would simply compromise, given he was but a worthless person even without a Divine Breath Realm, facing so many Divine Cultivation Realm elites, he surely was fearful. Anyone else might have chosen to accept their fate directly.

Furthermore, Yan Tianyao had made it quite clear; any request could be put forth, so even if he asked excessively, Yan Tianyao might fulfill it.

In comparison, marrying a princess seems to be of much lower value.

It was completely unforeseen how bold he was, with so many Divine Cultivation masters present, he refused to give face to anyone!

"To be honest," Zhang Menglong spoke, "Whether I marry the Third Princess or not is not terribly crucial to me, but now that I'm here, if I leave without a bride, I will lose face."