67: Why do you disagree?

Nangong Ruoxue thought of something, and with the mindset of trying anything, she looked toward Han Liyan... and Nangong Yu in her arms!

At this moment, Nangong Yu's expression slightly darkened. He raised his eyes to look at her, and their gazes met.

Nangong Yu saw the reluctance in Nangong Ruoxue's eyes and glanced at the silent Nangong Aotian, knowing it was time for him to intervene.

If he didn't intervene now, his Eldest Imperial Sister, who loved him dearly, would be heartbroken.

The entire hall was silent, everyone waiting for Nangong Aotian's decision, watching him intently.

But at this moment, a childish voice rang out in everyone's ears, "What is a marriage proposal? Why didn't he come himself? Is he being this insincere?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's expression changed slightly.

Nangong Aotian's lips curved upward slightly, and he remained silent, intending to observe the situation first.

Everyone else turned their heads, their gaze falling upon Nangong Yu, who was wiping his mouth while nestled in Han Liyan's arms.

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression changed slightly, and a faint bad premonition arose in his heart. He looked at Nangong Aotian, "Your Majesty, who is this person? Is it appropriate for someone so young to rashly inquire about the affairs of two nations?"

Nangong Aotian was about to answer, but Nangong Yu raised his small finger and pointed at himself, looking confused, "You mean me? I'm the Prince of Zhenbei who inherited the title and peerage, and commands three thousand Zhenbei Army soldiers. Who in this great hall doesn't know that? You don't know?"

Seeing his confused and adorable appearance, everyone wanted to laugh.

But Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan couldn't laugh, nor could the people he brought, as Nangong Yu was interfering with their plans and disrupting their rhythm.

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan took a deep breath and gave a look to Ji Wuhen, Seventh Prince beside him. Since the opponent was a junior, he would send out a junior too!

Ji Wuhen, Seventh Prince nodded slightly, stood up, and said, "Although Your Excellency is the Prince of Zhenbei, you are only half a year old. How can you participate in such important national affairs?"

"Why can't I?"

Nangong Yu tilted his head and asked in confusion, "I am the Prince of Zhenbei, the Prince of Zhenbei personally decreed by Imperial Uncle. Why can't I participate?"

"On the contrary, you are merely an Imperial Prince, without a peerage or an official post, and you haven't reached the age to participate in government. How did you get involved?"

As soon as these words came out, Ji Wuhen, Seventh Prince's expression froze. Every word the other party spoke struck a nerve, and he didn't know how to respond.

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan glanced at the helpless Ji Wuhen, Seventh Prince, feeling disappointed in him.

However, now was not the time for blame. This marriage proposal had to be secured quickly.

But he stopped worrying, and just as he was about to speak, Nangong Yu spoke up again.

"Oh, right, this shouldn't be national affairs. It's my Imperial Eldest Sister's marriage, which is our family affair. As her younger brother, why can't I participate?"

"But you all aren't our family members, so why are you getting involved in our family affairs?"

Hearing this, everyone's expressions turned odd.

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's face darkened, "Little child, you are switching concepts! A princess's marriage is also considered a national affair!"

"Is that so?"

Nangong Yu tilted his head in confusion, "But if it's a major national affair, why didn't that Eldest Imperial Prince come in person? Is it that he doesn't take it seriously? Or is he looking down on my Clear Serenity?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's expression changed slightly; even Nangong Aotian and the others paled slightly.

Those words were too heavy!

But, children speak without restraint!

Unrestrained words from a child, yet they prompt the most speculation. This accusation absolutely cannot be acknowledged.

Otherwise, Western Mist would be giving others grounds for criticism!

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression shifted, and just as he was about to speak, he saw that Nangong Yu had no intention of waiting for him.

He looked up at Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan, "Also, I am the Prince of Zhenbei, the Prince of Zhenbei personally conferred by Imperial Uncle. Logically, I am your equal in national affairs, yet what did you just call me?"

" 'Little child'? Are you looking down on this Prince, or are you looking down on my Imperial Uncle?"

"Hiss!"

Hearing Nangong Yu's words, everyone was truly astonished. Was this boy really only half a year old?

His mind was so clear, his rebuttal so forceful, and he was so skilled at using the opponent's strength against them—people would believe he was an adult, wouldn't they?

Crucially, he was still a six-month-old infant. Whatever he said could be excused as the unrestrained words of a child, yet others would inevitably think along those lines.

"I did not! Don't talk nonsense!"

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression completely changed. Looking at Nangong Aotian, whose expression was already amiss, he felt like strangling this little baby right then and there.

"You didn't?"

Nangong Yu looked confused, shook his head, and said, "Then let's assume you didn't. However, even a little child like this Prince thinks that what you are doing today is wrong!"

"How can a marriage proposal be made like this? If this Prince were to propose marriage to the Fourth Imperial Princess of the Xilan Empire on behalf of the Eldest Imperial Prince of my Qingyou Empire, would you agree?"

Hearing this, the faces of the people involved changed. How did the fire suddenly start burning them?

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression shifted slightly, "This Prince is making the proposal; why are you getting involved?"

"I'm not. You, as a Prince, can propose marriage for an Imperial Prince. As the Prince of Zhenbei of Clear Serenity, why can't I?"

Nangong Yu feigned confusion, "Your Xilan Eldest Imperial Prince didn't even show up—that's clearly insincere. But my Qingyou Eldest Imperial Prince is right here, full of sincerity. Why do you disagree?"

"I..."

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan was almost driven to death by anger. Was this truly a six-month-old child?

But Nangong Yu clearly wasn't done with the topic. He looked at Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan in confusion, "Your Highness Prince Tai, why do you disagree?"

"My Qingyou Eldest Imperial Prince Nangong Jingqi and Xilan Fourth Imperial Princess Ji Yuwei are about the same age. But Nangong Jingqi is the Eldest Imperial Prince, and Ji Yuwei is only the Fourth Imperial Princess. Why do you disagree?"

"Don't you want to form a marriage alliance to deepen kinship and promote an alliance? There is clearly a better option here, so why do you disagree? Are you looking down on my Qingyou Eldest Imperial Prince? Or are you saying... you don't actually want an alliance and have other intentions?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression changed.

"Prince of Zhenbei, don't talk nonsense. This Prince naturally agrees to this matter, but I cannot make the final decision regarding the Fourth Imperial Princess's marriage. I need to consult with my Imperial Brother!"

Hearing this, Nangong Yu's eyes lit up. He looked at Nangong Aotian and said, "Imperial Uncle, did you hear that? He agreed!"

"For a marriage alliance, one is enough. Now that we have the kinship with Brother Jingqi, we don't need Imperial Eldest Sister's anymore!"

Hearing this, Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan was completely stunned. When did he agree?

"You're talking nonsense..."

But just as he opened his mouth, Nangong Aotian burst out laughing and preempted him, saying, "Since Prince Tai agrees, please return and have your esteemed nation prepare. In two years, We will send envoys to receive the Eldest Imperial Prince Consort!"

"We believe that with this kinship established, the alliance between our two nations will become even stronger, leading to mutual development!"

"I..."

Ji Cunxi, Prince Tai of Xilan's expression was unsightly. He seemed to have been tricked, tricked by a six-month-old baby!

Seeing his strange expression, Nangong Aotian narrowed his eyes, "What? Were you joking just now?"