Marriage Proposal Test
After entering the house, Dad closed the door and started scolding her. Yuanli could only kneel down and admit her mistakes and nod repeatedly until Mom pushed the door open.
"Li'er, get up." Mother angrily lectured Father, "What are you doing? Li'er just escaped danger and has been busy all night. She's probably still sleepy and hasn't eaten properly. Doesn't she know the danger? This matter is all Chi Huai's fault. If it weren't for you and Xiwazi, who were so anxious that their faces were almost wrinkled, would Li'er have thought of a way to solve this problem? You ungrateful old man. Li'er, come with mother to eat!"
My father changed his serious expression and smiled, "Yes, yes, Madam, what you said makes sense. Let's eat, Madam, please."
At the dinner table, A'niang kept picking food for her out of concern, and the bowl was almost piled up like a small mountain. A'di and Chi Xi raised their wine glasses to thank Tianshu Heqi.
Yuanli took the opportunity to pick up some food for Cha Suxun and tilted her head to whisper, "Did you bring this reinforcement for my mother?"
"otherwise?"
"How do you know that Daddy is mad at me and needs Mom as a backup?"
"I'm your Ah Xun, so I naturally know."
My father coughed lightly and looked at the two people who were whispering. He waited until they shut up and focused on their meal before he said, "Master Qi, I killed a whole boatload of people with one stick earlier. Please forgive me. This time, it was thanks to your method that Chi Huai was saved. I am deeply grateful. Jiwang Valley will always be in your debt."
After the dinner, after seeing off Tianshu Heqi, my father and mother called Chi Xun and Qi Heng to the study.
"Master Qi, even though you have done me a favor, I cannot compromise Li'er's marriage on that basis. I know you rescued me out of Li'er's heart, and I see you are willing to take risks for her. Since that's the case, I don't need to hide my feelings or offer excuses any longer, but I am willing to give you a chance to demonstrate your sincerity and take the test. My words may be unpleasant to hear, and may even involve the imperial court. Are you willing to listen?"
"The younger generation is willing to listen."
"The Qi family has produced important officials for almost every generation, and you are also in the officialdom, presiding over the Dali Temple. My Chi Li is just a country girl. You may be new now, but what about the future? The court is complicated and the emperor's heart is unpredictable. Can you still risk your life to protect her? Men have always had three wives and four concubines, but in our Jiwang Valley, once you choose a woman, your love will be unwavering for the rest of your life. She is your only wife. If my Li'er wants to marry you, she must be your principal wife. Will your parents agree? And you cannot take concubines or keep mistresses, even if it's just for drinking wine or a casual affair."
Qi Heng took out the imperial edict and presented it to his father. "Before proposing marriage, I informed my parents and they both agreed. Moreover, His Majesty has already written the marriage certificate for me. Once I tell him the name of my beloved, the imperial edict will be announced to the world. Ji Wanggu's wish is the same as mine. He only wants to marry a wife and not take concubines. He only wishes to have the heart of one person and stay together until we are old. He will only marry the woman I like. Therefore, you can rest assured that there will be no other plans."
My father pulled a pill from his sleeve and placed it on the table. "Master Qi, anyone can say nice things. I'm sure you know that Jiwang Valley is famous for its Gu. This is a Gu I specially refined. There is no antidote. If one day you fall in love with someone else, you will die suddenly. Are you willing to take it?"
"I do." Qi Heng immediately stood up and swallowed the poison pill without hesitation. His movements were so fast that before his father could react, he had already swallowed it.
"Master Qi, won't you listen to the test in its entirety before making a decision?"
"No need. Even if Miss Chi Li has no intention of marrying me, Qi Heng will remain devoted to her and will never marry another woman. If she becomes unfaithful, I will suffer the consequences and die a violent death."
"Okay, there's a waterfall in Jiwang Valley called Youlian. Behind the waterfall, in the cracks of the cliffs, lives a single insect called the worm, which can be used as a poison. Anyone interested in marrying my daughter can participate in this trial. The first person to catch the worm will marry my daughter. But, Qi Heng, I must remind you that countless people have died trying to catch the worm, and the bones at the bottom of Youlian Waterfall are piled up every year. Think carefully before deciding whether to participate in the trial, young man."
"Father, you're deliberately hoping your daughter will never marry and die at home! Putting aside the dangers of Youlian Waterfall, the worm's robe only exists in ancient history. No one besides you has ever caught one. I'm afraid no one in our generation knows what it looks like or how to catch it."
My father lowered his eyes and pondered for a moment, then suddenly said cheerfully, "As my daughter suggested, I'll draw it and post it at the door so it's easier to find. Since you're asking to marry my daughter, you can't be any worse than a father, right? Chi Xun, do you think I'm deliberately making things difficult for you with this test? Do you dare to accept it?"
"I've been in love with Ah Li since childhood, and my feelings are clear. As long as there's a chance, I'll strive for it and naturally dare to accept the challenge. I believe that although catching the worm is difficult, it is a test of the suitor's sincerity towards the young master."
As Cha Suxun spoke, he gave her a look of deep affection, and every word he said was sincere.
Yuanli quickly sent a telepathic message: "Acha, what are you doing? Stop causing trouble!"
"My son finally came to his senses! Good! Really good! Well, you didn't sleep well last night, so go catch up on your sleep. I have some matters to discuss with the elders, so I'll go ahead and make up for it."
After saying this, the father immediately stood up, avoided his daughter's sight, and left quickly.
After his father left, Cha Suxun replied through telepathy with Yuanli, "Why would I cause trouble? I'm Chi Xun, the one who loves you deeply. I should do my best to marry you. Besides, how could I let go of the opportunity to create more problems for my rival?"
"A-Cha, don't you have any government affairs to deal with in your palace? Where is Chi Xun? Where have you been hiding?"
"I'm not hiding it. I am Chi Xun. Besides, government affairs are not as important as you."
"You have the power of the underworld, so catching a bug is just a piece of cake. Do you think I'll marry you if you win?"
"It's not like we haven't been married before. Actually, we've already been married, and I'm your husband. Don't worry, I won't use my netherworld powers. I'll compete fairly like a mortal."
If Cha Suxun refused to hand over Chi Xun, she would be helpless, but fortunately he had promised not to use the power of the underworld to cause trouble.
Yuanli helplessly pulled her mother to her side, mumbling and pleading coquettishly, "Mother, please talk to Dad and ask for a different test. That insect stalk is only the size of a fingernail, and it's hidden in the cracks of the cliff behind Youlian Waterfall. If you're not careful, you'll lose your life."
"How can it be considered a test if it's not difficult? Besides, your father has made the dangers clear. Whether you participate or not is voluntary. Be content. Although the worm shackle is difficult, your father at least gave you a chance. The husband you find can't be worse than the one my mother found, right?"
After seeing A Niang off, Qi Heng stepped forward and said comfortingly, "You haven't slept for several hours since last night. Go back and catch up on some sleep."
Yuanli worriedly reminded him, "Qi Heng, you don't know the poisonous insects like the worm. The Youlian Waterfall is very high. If you fall down without paying attention, you will definitely die. Besides, the insects are poisonous. Don't go to the test."
"I know the village chief wants me to give up, but since he's given me this opportunity, I'm going to seize it. Don't worry, trust me."
"No! You can't die! You..."
Before Yuanli could finish her words, Cha Suxun interrupted, "Alright, A-Li, everyone has their own destiny. You've tried to persuade him kindly, but he won't listen and insists on having his own way. What can I do? You little ungrateful bastard, why don't you seem so worried about whether I'll die? In a sense, I raised you. Okay, go back to sleep, go for a walk."
After saying that, Cha Suxun stood behind her, put his hands on her shoulders and gently pushed her away.
Outside the door, Yuanli said through telepathy with a serious face, "Acha, Heng Jin's tribulation is a mission given to me by the heavens. He cannot face any life-threatening dangers beyond his destiny, otherwise I will not be able to explain to the immortals and gods in heaven. Whether he becomes a god or not is not a big deal, but I don't want to be reduced to ashes yet."
"I've read the Yang Scroll, and he still has a long life ahead of him, don't worry. Being a god is troublesome. Look, why don't you just stay in my Netherworld Palace and put yourself in such a difficult position? You left my palace, and I will protect you. I will definitely not let you turn to ashes. The worst that can happen is that you will return to my Netherworld Palace and continue to accompany me. As a god, you can continue to be a god if you are happy, and you can quit and go home if you are unhappy. Okay, go into the house and sleep peacefully. You still have to talk to Chi Huai. Chi Que is a man who values ​​brotherhood, so it's best for Chi Huai to talk to him himself."
"You know so much. I'm really becoming more and more suspicious of you."
"Do you suspect that I am your Axun? I have already answered you. I did not lie to you. Come in. The people inside have been waiting for you for a long time. I am leaving now."
"Okay, be careful, safety is the most important thing."
Cha Suxun turned around and smiled, then left Yuanli's sight with brisk steps. Then she went into the house.
"Why are you standing at the door staring at Chi Xun for so long? You haven't come into the house yet, and the three of us have been waiting for you for a long time."
"Why do you care who my sister is staring at or questioning? She doesn't know we are waiting for her. They were engaged at the time of their birth, and they are already an engaged couple. If not him, who should I stare at? If you were to spend a long time with Hua Xuandu, you would be in vain, hesitant and timid. Even ten lovers would not be able to understand your feelings. No wonder those who came first and later could not grab you. You deserve it."
"You!" Tianshu was furious one moment, then smiled the next, "The Demon Lord must be getting too caught up in the drama. Neither Yuanli nor Chili has a brother."
Ever since the fight at Prince Wen's mansion, Heqi and Tianshu had been able to get along peacefully, but they always liked to poke each other in the heart. To avoid another verbal battle, Yuanli had to change the subject to the purpose.
"I didn't mean to question you. I was just asking casually. Don't get me wrong, I came to you to discuss the Emperor's test. Youlian Waterfall is dangerous. If I let him find it on his own, he will die sooner or later... Your marriage is destined by heaven, so it's really hard to interfere."
Xiaobai said, "Xingjun, I don't quite understand. If God's will is as accurate as you say, then aren't our current thoughts and actions also God's will?"
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