Zong Zheng Xiaoting waited anxiously for Situ Xunxiao's answer. Because she knew very well that she would never be the one to suffer a loss in such a deal, and would the man in front of her really be willing to suffer such a loss? The answer could only depend on whether the conspiracy in his heart was worth his promise to her! Because she knew clearly that although this man was indifferent, he would definitely keep his oath.

But she didn't know why Situ Xunxiao was so solemn at this moment. From his childhood experience, he knew that no one was worthy of his protection. But now the little woman in front of him had to make such a heavy promise, which was to protect the safety of her people. To protect such a huge family power, it was not possible to make a promise in a few words. What's more, her mother's family, the family power was actually unfathomable.

In fact, long before the marriage, he had already sent secret guards to explore all the influence areas of her mother's family, but... thinking about all the information reported by the spies, Situ Xunxiao's eyes turned a little colder.

The people he wants to protect, the people she cares about, will naturally be the ones he needs to protect, because he will not allow her to have the slightest sadness or grief for the people he cares about. But does she really understand the power of her mother's family?

Seeing the person in front of him staring at him, with a little bit of tension and loneliness, Situ Xunxiao felt a little reluctant and painful in his heart. He was silent for so long that the air became heavy.

Qingqing seemed to sense something unusual in the atmosphere, so she smiled foolishly and said, "Princess, Prince, you have been standing for so long, why don't you sit over there and rest for a while? I will go and get you some tea and snacks, okay?"

Qingqing's timely words eased the tension between them. After receiving the nods from the two, Qingqing supported her master's hand and slowly sent Zongzheng Xiaoting to the couch beside her, then quietly withdrew.

At this moment, there were only two of them in the room. I thought Situ Xunxiao would remain silent for a long time. When Zongzheng Xiaoting was thinking about taking a step back, he heard him speak in a deep voice. "It is indeed a bit difficult to agree to the princess's request, but I want to know, what if these people are not worthy of your protection?"

"This princess does not have those good qualities of being able to understand the bigger picture. What I do have is just an extremely protective nature. No matter whether they deserve it or not, whether they have done unforgivable evil or are loyal and courageous, in this princess's heart, as long as they are enemies that I care about, then even if they are wrong, they should be right! Of course, if they are not worthy or even unworthy of my care, then that is another matter." Zong Zheng Xiaoting's little face was full of pride. If others mentioned that she was protective of her shortcomings, she would probably restrain her expression, but she had a proud and self-righteous look on her face.

Situ Xunxiao secretly sighed in his heart, that's right, at least for now, this didn't touch his deepest bottom line, what's more important is that he really couldn't see the fear in her eyes, even if she concealed it well.

"You are very good at negotiation. I don't know whether I am not able to conceal my emotions properly or you are a kind-hearted person who has figured out that I need your help and that I cannot do without you, Princess."

There was no direct answer, but Zong Zheng Xiaoting already knew that the first point had been made.

His heart was filled with joy, and her eyes were filled with joy. Seeing her eyes filled with joy, Situ Xunxiao's heart couldn't help but relax a little. "Tell me, what is the second point?"

"Your Highness is indeed a man of few words. I have thought a lot about the second point. Although there is only a deal between us two, I am afraid that the marriage cannot be delayed any longer. The wedding will take place sooner or later. If the time really comes, I want Your Highness to write a letter of divorce first." Zong Zheng Xiaoting couldn't help but speak much faster, looking at Situ Xunxiao with sparkling eyes.

After hearing what Zong Zheng Xiaoting said, Situ Xunxiao's restlessness and anger increased. Was this damned woman trying to avoid him? Well, it was a wedding between the two of them, and she was not willing to do it, so what difference did it make?

Although he thought so in his heart, Situ Xunxiao still nodded a little stiffly, "Okay. However, I will only give it to you when you want it."

Fearing that he might have suspicions, Situ Xunxiao said hastily, "My great plan cannot withstand any unexpected events."

With his advice, Zong Zheng Xiaoting did not continue to dwell on it. She knew very well that she was the one who benefited the most from this series of events. If she continued to dwell on this small matter and annoyed Situ Xunxiao, it would not be good for her.

"Okay!" Zong Zheng Xiaoting responded crisply. "Then I believe that the third point is not difficult for you, Prince."

When she talked about the third point, her eyes revealed a hint of joy and excitement. Seeing her excited like a child, Situ Xunxiao's tone softened, and the almost indiscernible doting mixed in with the slightly indifferent voice said: "Go ahead!"

"You and I have reached a consensus, so maybe in some matters in the future, I will need your cooperation in some matters. In order to play the role of the princess well, there may be some things that your cooperation will not be able to tolerate, but you still need your cooperation, so..." Zong Zheng Xiaoting stretched out his voice, constantly observing Situ Xunxiao's words and secretly glancing at his expression.

"As long as it's not too excessive, I will naturally cooperate." Situ Xunxiao couldn't help feeling angry and amused at the same time when he saw her expression, but he blurted out the answer with a doting tone.

Having been recognized, Zong Zheng Xiaoting habitually extended his hand to him, "Happy cooperation!"

It was only when she stretched out her hand and blurted out the habitual words that she realized that this was in ancient times, not the business world where she was so powerful. Moreover, it was not allowed for men and women to touch each other, so a handshake, even for cooperation between businessmen today, was not...

Meeting the inquiring gaze with frustration, Zong Zheng Xiaoting gave a few dry laughs and withdrew his hand. His pure white hand touched the side of his cheek unhappily and pinched his earlobe.

At this rather awkward moment, Qingqing happened to walk in slowly with some tea and snacks.