bayedsolid Chapter 321 Brothers in a Dilemma!
Chapter 321 Brothers in a Dilemma!
After hearing his words, Mu Xin Nuan was unsure whether to laugh or cry!
Would it be helpful to discuss this with her?
"You think the Emperor will issue an imperial decree to grant the marriage?" Mu Xin Nuan could only ask about the less important part.
Duanmu Chuze nodded. "Your father did a good job this time. He not only made an exact replica according to the blueprints, but he also applied his knowledge to create a new type of sleeve arrow."
"Hidden Arrow?"
"Yes, it's worn on the wrist, and inside the sleeve, so it's not visible from the outside. Of course, it can be used by the royal guards, and also for close-quarters assassination on the battlefield."
"So amazing?" Mu Xin Nuan was somewhat surprised. She naturally believed in her father's talent and abilities. She just hadn't expected that her father could improve another type of hidden weapon based on a weapon blueprint.
"The earlier hidden arrows were a bit longer, and there were fewer of them. The mechanisms were also more complicated, and they were prone to getting stuck sometimes. This time, the new ones your father made are smaller than before, and the mechanisms are designed more cleverly. Haven't you noticed that your father's expression has been much more relaxed these past few days?"
Mu Xin Nuan suddenly realized that the reason her father had been so busy before was not only to complete the task assigned by the emperor, but also because he had a new idea.
"I understand now. His Majesty must greatly admire Father."
Duanmu Chuze nodded. "Father originally intended to elevate your father's title to Marquis, but I stopped him."
As Duanmu Chuze spoke, his eyes were fixed on the lovely little face in his arms, not even missing the slightest tremor of her eyelashes.
After hearing this, Mu Xin Nuan paused for a moment, then surprisingly curled her lips and looked at him with sparkling eyes.
"Thank you very much. If it weren't for you, I'm afraid my father would have become a figure in the eye of the storm again. And the Prince Ming would be keeping a close eye on every single thing in the Mu family. He might even do something even more outrageous."
Hearing her say that, Duanmu Chuze immediately felt relieved.
I was worried she wouldn't understand, but now it seems I underestimated my sweetheart!
“That’s right. Mu Chang’an was only recently granted the title of Earl of Loyalty and Valor. How long has it been? If he is promoted to Marquis of Loyalty and Valor, he will inevitably be resented. Moreover, there was the incident with Mu Xinyao just a few days ago. If Father really issues an edict to grant him a higher title, I’m afraid that within an hour, Prince Ming will send his wife and others to the Mu residence to propose marriage.”
"At that time, we will directly present evidence that Mu Xinyao has already lost her virginity to him. The Mu family will have no choice but to agree, whether they want to or not. Moreover, this will create a rift with the Marquis of Dingyuan's family."
"Aze, thank you."
Duanmu Chuze's eyes were like rippling water as he smiled at her, "I like hearing you call me Aze, call me that a few more times."
Mu Xin Nuan blushed again after being teased by him, and simply buried her face in his chest, refusing to look at him anymore.
Two days later, Duanmu Chuze paid a visit openly and brought Mu Xin Nuan some gifts.
Mu Xin Nuan naturally knew his thoughts, so the medicines he had asked for earlier were given to him as a return gift.
When Duanmu Chuze reluctantly left through the second gate, he saw two little figures, one big and one small, waiting for him under the corridor.
"Is there something you two young masters need?"
Mu Qingxuan is twelve years old this year, and he hasn't grown up completely yet. In Duanmu Chuze's eyes, he naturally looks like a child.
As for Mu Qingyuan, needless to say! However, the solemnity on his face, so incongruous with his age, really made one want to laugh.
"Your Highness, my brother and I have long admired you. Upon learning of your arrival today, we specially prepared fine tea for you. Would Your Highness do us the honor of joining us for a chat?"
Duanmu Chuze raised an eyebrow, crossed his arms, looked Mu Qingxuan up and down a few times, and then smiled and said, "Alright, then I'll trouble you."
Why would the Mu brothers invite him for tea in such a good mood?
Once inside the courtyard, Mu Qingxuan dismissed everyone from his quarters before solemnly asking, "I've heard that Your Highness intends to marry my sister?"
Although Mu Qingyuan didn't speak, his eyes were fixed on Duanmu Chuze's face, as if trying to discern his emotions—was he serious about marrying him, or was he just saying it casually?
"Of course! I have long admired Miss Mu and have always longed to marry her. I wonder if Young Master Mu has any brilliant ideas?"
Mu Qingxuan frowned, looking like a little adult, and he really did have a certain air of authority.
“My sister is a girl of exceptional quality. Your Highness, you are a prince of noble status. Can you make your own decisions about your marriage? Will the Emperor agree? Will the Empress agree? My brother and I have invited you here today for no other reason than to ask you not to tarnish my sister’s reputation before the Emperor’s decree is issued.”
Duanmu Chuze was amused; these two brothers genuinely cared for Mu Xinnuan.
“My elder brother is right. My eldest sister is gentle and kind-hearted. If you can’t guarantee that you will marry her, then don’t come to our Marquis of Zhongyong’s mansion.”
"ensure?"
"Yes! It's not just about guaranteeing to marry my eldest sister, but also about guaranteeing to treat her well for the rest of your life. If you can't do that, neither my brother nor I will agree to this marriage."
Mu Qingyuan was still quite young, and his voice was somewhat childish, making his words sound rather comical. Was Mu Xinnuan's marriage really something the two of them could decide?
"As I have said, my only wish in this life is to marry Mu Xin Nuan. As for anything else, I don't think I need to promise you anything. Moreover, you will soon find out whether I will marry her or not."
Duanmu Chuze had a bit of a desire to tease the two brothers, especially Mu Qingyuan. They were clearly twins of Mu Xinyao, but how come their personalities and character were so different?
"Your Highness, so you're determined to marry my sister?" Mu Qingxuan's brows furrowed deeply. Although he admired Prince Chang Le, it didn't mean he was willing for his sister to marry him!
Unlike Mu Qingyuan, he understood that if the Mu family were to form a marriage alliance with the Chang Le Prince's Mansion, they would be climbing far above their station! In the end, the trouble would likely be far greater than they imagined!
After all, there are far more noble ladies in the capital who are better than her sister in terms of status and family background!
Just because Duanmu Chuze frequently enters and leaves the Mu residence, rumors have already started circulating outside. Without a doubt, he knows that it must be some young lady deliberately spreading these rumors, with the aim of humiliating his sister and causing Prince Chang Le to abandon her!