The Xia family was the wealthiest in Luocheng. Master Xia joined the army in his early years and obtained a good official position. However, when the emperor was most favored by him, he retired gracefully. He resigned from his post and returned to his hometown. He and his wife started businesses in different places. This business made them the richest family in Luocheng. It can be said that the Xia family had a certain network of connections, both in and out of the court, and these connections were not to be underestimated. Of course, he also had enough courage.
"I went to see Qi Duan today."
As soon as Feng Guang returned, her father summoned her to his study. His first words were these: "Young Master is probably not doing as well as before. Why do you want to see him, Father?" She was slightly taken aback, but then naturally replied, "I'm afraid the young master is not doing as well as before. Why do you want to see him, Father?"
"What other reason could there be besides your marriage?"
"Is Father going to discuss the wedding date with the young master?"
Anger flashed across Xia Chao's face. "Qi Duan is currently just a prisoner. If I marry you off to him, will you be suffering alongside him?"
"Then who is your father...?"
"I'm going to talk to him about breaking off your engagement." Xia Chao's face turned ashen as he mentioned this. "He should be grateful that I didn't help Qi Mu deal with him, yet he still dares to negotiate with me."
If the Xia family were to take the initiative to dissolve the engagement, it would leave a bad reputation in everyone's mind for kicking someone when they're down and seeking personal gain. Xia Chao had always been indifferent to such things, but Feng Guang was still unmarried and her reputation couldn't be ruined. Therefore, the best solution was for Qi Duan to take the initiative to stand up and say that he didn't want to drag others down and wanted to dissolve the engagement.
Feng Guang asked, "What are your conditions, young master?"
He said he wanted to talk to you alone.
"It's alright, I'll go."
Xia Chao disagreed, saying, "Don't be fooled by Qi Duan's easygoing nature. He's just as cunning as Qi Mu. If you go, I'm afraid he might have ulterior motives."
“Since Father is worried, then why not ask the young master to accompany me? Although the young master wants to speak with me alone, it is not right for a woman to go without a guard. This abandoned house is the young master’s property. If the young master is here, he will definitely not allow the young master to do anything to me.”
"Hmm...indeed."
Qi Mu finally managed to seize the position of heir, but as long as Qi Duan doesn't die and gains the protection of the Xia family, Qi Mu's position as heir is not very secure. If Qi Duan is truly a bad person and wants to do something to Feng Guang, Qi Mu will be the first person to stand up for Feng Guang.
A letter arrived from the Xia Dynasty, and on this warm, sunny day, Feng Guang saw the heir of the Xiao Prince's Mansion again at the gate of the Xia residence. He was as elegant and refined as ever.
"Greetings, Your Highness."
"Miss Xia, there's no need for such formalities."
Feng Guang's eyebrows curved slightly. "I'm sorry to trouble you, Your Highness, today."
"It's just a small favor, it only takes away half a day of drinking and flower-viewing time, it's not a trouble at all, Miss Xia, please get in the carriage."
She glanced at the empty driver's seat outside the carriage and couldn't help but ask, "Isn't there a driver?"
"I will take over as the driver."
Feng Guang didn't ask any more questions. Before getting into the carriage, she thanked him again. After she entered the carriage, Qi Mu drove the carriage slowly, heading towards the desolate mountains outside the city.
The carriage was fully equipped with cushions, pastries, and storybooks to pass the time. Feng Guang sat by the window and couldn't help but admire Qi Mu's meticulous attention to detail. Although the carriage looked simple and unadorned on the outside, it was decorated with exquisite luxury inside. Indeed, given Qi Mu's usual elegant demeanor, only the best could be worthy of him.
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