Bai Can felt deep regret, but it was too late.

If you've already made all that boasting, wouldn't it be ridiculous to say you don't have that much money now?

Bai Can took a deep breath, trying to appear calm, and said, "I can't come up with that much silver in a short time. How about I give you 50,000 taels of silver notes first, and I'll pay back the rest in one lump sum after fifteen days?"

After speaking, Bai Can waited quietly for Xiao Yu's reply.

If Xiao Yu disagrees, he will immediately follow up by saying, "Since we can't reach an agreement, I won't get involved in your affairs."

"Okay, then write an IOU for the rest of the money!"

Unexpectedly, Xiao Yu agreed immediately and even asked Bai Can to write an IOU in front of everyone.

"IOU..."

Bai Can frowned deeply, feeling extremely unwilling.

It's clearly the Chu family that owes the Xiao royal family money, so why should I be the one to write the IOU?

If Xiao Yu comes to the Bai family with the IOU to ask for money in the future, how should I deal with it?

trouble!

This is a huge problem!

"Brother Can".

Seeing Bai Can hesitate, Chu Tianjiao moved closer and said softly, "Just write him an IOU for my sake! More and more people are watching, and my Chu family can't afford to lose face... When you marry me in the future, you'll need a betrothal gift, so consider this an advance payment."

"His Majesty's reward has not yet arrived. Once it does, it will be my dowry... all of it will belong to Brother Can."

no!

A betrothal gift is indeed necessary, but I never said it had to be this much!

That's two hundred thousand taels of silver, eighty-eight taels of goldware, one hundred bolts of colored silk, and a considerable amount of jewelry...

Are you, Chu Tianjiao, made of gold or something? The betrothal gifts are ridiculously high!

Moreover, the Great Xia Kingdom had been at war for three whole years, and its treasury was already empty.

Even if His Majesty bestows a reward, it probably won't be much...

With everyone watching, Bai Can couldn't back out, otherwise he would seem very uncouth.

Seeing that Bai Can was still hesitating, Chu Tianjiao bit his lip, made up his mind, and whispered in his ear, "Brother Can, didn't you want me... Tonight, you'll stay at the Chu family... Don't leave."

Her voice was very soft, and her warm breath blew into Bai Can's ears, making Bai Can's bones feel like they were melting.

Bai Can suppressed his excitement, swallowed hard, and said, "Okay, I'll write an IOU."

Then, he took out 50,000 taels of silver notes from his pocket and handed them to Xiao Yu, and then wrote an IOU in front of everyone.

"Thank you, Brother Can."

Chu Tianjiao's cheeks flushed slightly, and his eyes were filled with excitement and admiration.

"Do we need to be so polite between us?"

Bai Can suddenly put on an act, as if he were a peerless hero who regarded money as dirt and only had Chu Tianjiao in his eyes.

"As expected of the youngest general in the Great Xia Kingdom."

Seeing that Bai Can was both paying money and writing IOUs, Chu Qingshan quickly began to flatter him: "I believe that my nephew will definitely achieve great things in the future. Xiao Yu is no match for you at all!"

"right."

Chu Tianjiao nodded in agreement.

The father and daughter from the Chu family were singing in unison, which made Bai Can feel very pleased and elated. Especially when she thought about what Chu Tianjiao had whispered in her ear, Bai Can wished the sun would set sooner.

"What a scoundrel."

Xiao Yu, who witnessed this scene, gave a cold smile.

Xiao Yu was a Grandmaster, with sharp hearing and eyesight. He heard clearly what Chu Tianjiao had said to Bai Can.

If Bai Can knew that Chu Tianjiao had already consummated his marriage with him, I wonder if he would still be so excited?

There's no such repair technology available now, so how will Chu Tianjiao cover up this lie after tonight?

Xiao Yu didn't bother to think about it; he only cared whether the Chu and Bai families could return the betrothal gifts.

After putting the silver notes and IOU into his pocket, Xiao Yu said again, "Where's my Dragon Gall Spear? Give it back to me."

"It's such a waste to give such a treasure as the Dragon Gall Spear to an idiot like you!"

Chu Tianjiao said somewhat reluctantly, with great heartache.

"really……"

Bai Can's tone was also full of regret.

The Dragon Gall Spear is a treasure of the Xiao Prince's Mansion and one of the four great weapons personally crafted by the Great Xia's foremost swordsmith.

This spear, crafted from meteorite iron, is not only beautifully shaped but also incredibly sharp, capable of cutting through gold and iron. When it is drawn, it faintly emits the sound of a dragon's roar.

"You guys talk too much nonsense. Hurry up and take out the Dragon Gallant Spear. Don't waste my time," Xiao Yu said impatiently.

Upon hearing this, the Xiao family members and Bai Can all frowned. They were clearly very unhappy, but they couldn't say anything.

"You two, go and fetch the Dragon's Gall Spear."

Chu Tianjiao gave orders to his two servants.

"They're just showing off their military achievements at our house because of the Xiao Prince's Mansion."

Chu Tianjiao snorted indignantly and said sarcastically, "His Majesty only allowed him to inherit the title of Prince Xiao to comfort the spirits of the deceased Prince Xiao's family and to let the soldiers of the Great Xia Kingdom know that His Majesty will not forget those who have made contributions... However, Xiao Yu is ultimately a fool. Once he makes a mistake, His Majesty will definitely take back the title of Prince Xiao!"

“That’s right. The dignified King Xiao of the Great Xia Kingdom can’t be a fool. He won’t be arrogant for long.” Chu Qingshan echoed.

“If that’s the case… I’ll get that money back after he’s no longer the Prince Xiao,” Bai Can said softly.

"I will also take back the military tally and the Dragon Gallant Spear," Chu Tianjiao said through gritted teeth.

They spoke these words in slightly lower voices, not caring at all that Xiao Yu would hear them.

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