36. Confrontation

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**Five Months Later**

In the Kingdom of Jing, the air was thick with anticipation as alpha Emperor Ren Yu arrived at the esteemed Cloud Recess with his omega fiancée, Ye Xiwu.

The Cloud Recess atmosphere was charged, not only with the scent of blooming flowers but also with the underlying tensions of love, duty, and unspoken emotions.

Ren Yu called for an urgent meeting with Lan Qiren and Lan Xichen, knowing that what he was about to announce would change everything.

As the council gathered, Ren Yu stood tall, his regal presence demanding attention then with a steady voice, he declared his love for Ye Xiwu, expressing his intention to marry her in six months, upon reaching the age of twenty-five.

The news struck the assembly like a thunderclap, but it was the next part that sent shockwaves through the room, Ren Yu was breaking his engagement to Lan Wangji.

In that moment, time seemed to stand still but Lan Wangj who is notorious stubborn demon, felt an unexpected surge of joy.

Lan Wangji's heart raced as he turned to Ren Yu, offering heartfelt congratulations, "I’m so happy for you, my friend."

Lan Wangji's voice ringing with sincerity, masking the turmoil within but it was a moment meant to celebrate love, yet it was also the beginning of a painful realization for everyone present.

However, Lan Qiren’s reaction was starkly different even the patriarch of the Lan clan, he had envisioned a union between Ren Yu and Lan Wangji, believing it to be a match of honor and duty.

Lan Qiren's shock morphed into anger, igniting a fierce debate within the sacred halls.

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