Chapter 504 Fair Competition

Jiang Quan said in a muffled voice: "Just agree to it, and you don't have to worry about the rest."

"Don't worry about me anymore?"

"I'll go to the Emperor and tell him I'm in love with Miss Lu. I'll offer him two death-free medals in exchange for him ruining your marriage."

Yun Ting took a breath of cold air.

He didn't expect that Jiang Quan was willing to pay such a huge price.

"How about we discuss it in detail?" Yun Ting said.

"Why, do you regret it?"

Yun Ting was speechless. "I like Zhuo Zhuo, you know that. I just think it's a shame to use up two chances of a golden medal of immunity from death at once! Every penny saved is a penny earned!"

Unexpectedly, one day, this playboy would think that others were prodigal children.

"That's none of your business. When the emperor asks you if you're willing, just don't hit me in the face."

Yun Ting sat up and thought seriously for a moment before saying, "Then I'll just pretend I don't know about this. If the emperor asks me later, I'll tell him everything is up to him."

"Aren't you going to ask for Miss Xiao's hand in marriage as well?" Jiang Quan leaned against the end of the bed and couldn't help pinching himself - this was the nth time he had done this.

It’s okay, it hurts, I’m not dreaming.

"No." Yun Ting's expression became unusually serious. "The Emperor doesn't want me to marry her. She's no longer in the capital, and it wouldn't be a good thing if the Emperor thought of her."

Maybe, in order to make me give up, the emperor will arrange a match for me again.

The best response is to pretend nothing happened and let the emperor think that he has given up on Erya.

It is a blessing that the emperor does not worry about your marriage.

Although Yun Ting really wanted to do that.

But he had to hold back.

Besides, Arya may not be willing.

Erya likes Chang Hui.

Thinking of this, Yun Ting felt uncomfortable.

Seeing that he had no objection, Jiang Quan said in a low voice, "Then it's settled."

"Wait, if there's anything you need help with, just ask, I can ask my grandmother or my father."

As long as he can help, he will do his best.

Because only when he becomes a free agent can he plan his next step.

Jiang Quan nodded.

Soon, Jiang Yi and his sister went to see the emperor with the golden medal of immunity from death.

The emperor did not agree immediately and said he needed to think about it.

The Fifth Young Master had a thorough plan and even asked Imperial Tutor Lu to help him intercede - of course, it was Lu Huan who persuaded his old father.

The emperor trusted Tutor Lu as always, and specially gave him a seat to discuss the matter with him.

"You've been with me for so many years," the emperor said. "I think Yun Ting is a good child, and I also believe your daughter is a good child. I thought it was a match made in heaven, but I didn't expect it to be a random match."

Imperial Tutor Lu quickly stood up and apologized, "My daughter has been spoiled by me. She only heard rumors and formed a preconceived notion that the Crown Prince has a bad reputation and flawed character. These are all false rumors, but her impression is deeply ingrained and difficult to change."

"What about Jiang Quan?" asked the emperor.

"Your Majesty, I have met Jiang Quan several times. Our relationship was based on affection and ended with courtesy. However, fate is probably destined by heaven."

"Are you also willing to marry your daughter to Jiang Quan?"

"Your Majesty, I have my own selfish motives," said Imperial Tutor Lu. "I'm the daughter of an old age, and I've spoiled her rotten. It's difficult for her to manage the Duke's mansion. The Jiang family, on the other hand, has a small population and simple relationships. I just hope she can have a freer life in the future."

He also told her the whole story of how his daughter had been traveling around disguised as a boy since she was a child.

"She was raised as a boy, so she has her own ideas. She is too willful, so I feel a little more at ease if she marries into the Jiang family."

People have already humiliated their daughter like this, and the Jiang family has taken out their only remaining golden medal of immunity from death. What else can the emperor say?

The Emperor waved his hand and said, "Then let the Imperial Observatory find a reason and say Yun Ting and your daughter are incompatible. That's all. If you want to marry into the Jiang family, I won't object. I just want you to wait a while and keep a low profile."

"Yes, I thank you for your grace."

So the emperor took back the golden medal of immunity from death and gave face to Tutor Lu, and the matter was resolved.

The Emperor said to Teng Wenfu, "Do you think Yun Ting will come to me and ask me to help him get married again?"

Teng Wenfu pondered and said, "I don't think so. After all, the Second Miss will not leave Qiongzhou. And the Crown Prince has to inherit the family business, so it's impossible for him to go there."

"Then let's wait and see." The emperor said meaningfully.

As a result, he did not wait for Yun Ting to come.

Even though he later learned that Yun Ting had returned to Beijing, Yun Ting did not take the initiative to ask to see him.

The emperor was still muttering, has this kid really grown up?

Regardless of whether he had truly given up on Erya or had become more cautious, the emperor felt relieved.

But someone saw Yun Ting.

Yun Ting came to Sihai to find Chang Hui.

Chang Hui was directing his men to load the goods, and when he saw him coming, he stepped forward and saluted.

Yun Ting waved his hand and said, "You go ahead and do your thing. I have nothing to do today, so I just came here to take a look."

Chang Hui smiled and nodded, asked someone to serve him tea, and then continued to work.

After waiting for about a quarter of an hour, Chang Hui came over and apologized repeatedly.

Yun Ting smiled and said, "I came at the wrong time."

Chang Hui took him to the back to talk.

Yun Ting went straight to the point and said that his engagement had been cancelled.

Chang Hui was silent for a moment, then he bowed and said, "Congratulations, Prince."

"Congratulations?" Yun Ting raised an eyebrow. "How did you know I don't like this marriage?"

"My Lord, this is my own guess. I see that your face is full of rosy glow today, without any trace of worry on it, so I made this bold guess." Chang Hui said neither humbly nor arrogantly.

"I see. I thought you knew that I also liked Zhuozhuo." Yun Ting said meaningfully.

Chang Hui's expression did not change, but he remained silent.

He really didn't have much to say.

But the hands in the sleeves clenched unconsciously.

"I know you like Zhuozhuo and haven't let her go. Me too," Yun Ting said frankly. "I came here this time to tell you that I will pursue Zhuozhuo in the future. We have a gentleman's agreement, each relying on our own abilities."

If he pursues someone, he must be open and honest.

Chang Hui said calmly, "When the Second Miss chooses a husband in the future, she doesn't necessarily have to choose between me and the Crown Prince. There might be better options."

"Yes. But if she doesn't get engaged, I won't back out." Yun Ting said, "Although I'm not a gentleman, I wouldn't do anything like sowing discord or slandering my opponent. Let's see who can hold out until Zhuozhuo returns and make her firm in her choice."

"good."

After Yun Ting left, Chang Hui sat alone for a long time.

His servant Changshun came in and asked cautiously, "Boss, are you okay?"

"I'll put aside the things I asked you to prepare before," Chang Hui said. "It's about transferring the ownership of this shop."

Changshun was stunned when he heard this.