Crown Prince's Concubine [Completed]

C9. Status.

Chapter 9

At the dusk by the lake, it was extremely peaceful.

Willow trees hung down slender branches.

The setting sun cast a rosy light like a light veil on the surface of the lake and the roadside.

"My great-grandfather was bedridden, and my grandmother is busy managing household affairs now. Since I don't have anyone in mind, I don't want to bother her with unnecessary matters."

Perhaps feeling guilty, he lowered his eyes to the gleaming lake surface and continued, "I also don't like the noble ladies from the aristocratic families in the capital."

Li Wenjian nodded, "In matters of marriage, it's natural to choose someone you like."

An Xuzhi's fingers at his side twitched nervously, he hesitated in his words as he asked Li Wenjian, "Your Highness, if the person I like comes from humble origins, not from a prestigious family, do you think my grandparents will approve?"

The sincere and warm gaze of the young man hid a cautious fervor.

Li Wenjian replied, "My paternal grandfather came from a humble background, once just a butcher in the mountains. Although he was from the countryside, he was straightforward and upright. When the wicked emperor oppressed the world and pushed the people into misery, my great-grandfather raised his arms, and the heroes of the world followed suit, defeating the emperor and establishing the Dongli. My father, also the son of a butcher, studied diligently, treated people with sincerity, and was recognized by my maternal grandfather, who then took him as a son-in-law. This shows that precious gems do not have to come from the famous rivers. If the person you like has noble character and the ability to be a lady of the aristocratic family, they will not be obstructed by your grandparents."

An Xuzhi was taken aback before his lips curled up slightly.

This question had troubled him for a long time, as next year Zhao Heng would be leaving the palace.

Zhao Heng had no grand ambitions, she entered the palace just to make a living in troubled times, her biggest dream was to live a peaceful life after leaving the palace and care for her grandmother until the end.

She feared trouble.

If he wanted to propose to her, he had to dispel her worries.

Therefore, acceptance by the An family was crucial for him.

Li Wenjian's words gave him great confidence, joy evident in the young man's eyes. He calmed his emotions and suppressed his joy, but it still leaked out from his eyes and a nod, "I understand."

After a pause, he added, "Miss Wei is here again."

As he spoke, he glanced at Li Wenjian's expression, seeing his frown and impatience.

"Never mind her," Li Wenjian said.

An Xuzhi withdrew his gaze and asked tentatively, "Are you really willing to watch her marry into the Xiongnu?"

Wei Wanyu had been too spoiled.

Li Wenjian had always favored Wei Wanyu due to his guilt towards Wei Zhan, allowing her spoiled and unruly behavior to continue. Minor mischief was one thing, but this time she dared to use marriage as a bargaining chip to threaten him.

"She seeks her own path, and will naturally get what she desires," Li Wenjian said leisurely.

In the end, An Xuzhi did not ask for Wei Wanyu's forgiveness, knowing Li Wenjian's firm and unyielding nature, not something to be easily swayed.