kvmb Chapter 372 Proposal
Chapter 372 Proposal
Chapter 372 Proposal
Early the next morning, a noisy commotion could be heard outside the Murong residence.
"What's all this noise and disorder? What kind of behavior is this? Go out and see what's going on," Murong Zhan said, while handling some business.
"Yes, sir." The servant hurriedly went out to see what was going on.
A short while later, the servant hurriedly returned.
"Reporting to Master, His Highness the Second Prince has come in person with his entourage to propose marriage!" the servant said hurriedly.
Murong Zhan thought for a moment and said calmly, "Understood, serve tea in the main hall to receive guests."
"Yes." He quickly withdrew from his lower body.
A moment later, Murong Zhan arrived at the hall and saw the Second Prince greeting Murong Wu warmly.
The second prince, Huangfu Shenghua, is deeply favored by the current emperor, Huangfu Jue. The eldest prince, however, was of average birth and rather dull-witted, and has never been favored by the emperor.
This country is called the Great Xia Dynasty. Although Huangfu Jue is not yet fifty years old, his health has always been poor. The lack of a crown prince has further fueled the power struggle among the princes.
In the many years of vying for the crown prince position, only two factions of princes have remained the most powerful. One of them is the Second Prince.
Huangfu Shenghua was born to Consort Chen and was always deeply favored by the emperor.
Secondly, there was the sixth prince, Huangfu Lie. Although he was of humble birth and not favored by the emperor, he was intelligent from a young age and had been training on the frontier and fighting on the battlefield since childhood, thus gaining considerable military power and prestige.
Emperor Huangfu Jue, being in poor health, wasn't too cold towards the sixth prince. The second prince and the sixth prince were practically sworn enemies, each vying for power. The other princes were insignificant, either useless or dead.
"Ahem, greetings to Your Highness, Second Prince. This humble subject has failed to greet you properly; please forgive me, Your Highness," Murong Zhan said in a neither warm nor cold tone.
"Haha, Patriarch Murong, what are you saying? I've come here mainly to welcome you into the palace. It's only right that I do this. How could I let Patriarch Murong personally greet me?" Huangfu Shenghua said warmly.
Although Huangfu Shenghua has a bad reputation, he is very handsome and appears very respectful, which is nothing like the rumors suggest.
"Ahem, Your Highness, please have a seat," Murong Zhan said with a slight cough.
A glint of light flashed in Huangfu Shenghua's eyes as he asked with concern, "How has Patriarch Murong been feeling lately?"
Murong Zhan said, "It's alright, it's alright. Thank you for your concern, Second Prince." But after saying that, he coughed again, looking very weak.
The Second Prince, Huangfu Shenghua, was now even more certain that the old man was probably nearing the end of his life, which was why he had married off his beloved daughter to him. The Second Prince and Huangfu Wu exchanged a knowing smile.
Murong Zhan pretended not to see it, but he was even more certain that the two of them were in cahoots.
"Enough with idle talk. I've come here mainly to discuss the specifics of the wedding with Patriarch Murong. Is Miss Murong here?" said the Second Prince, Murong Shenghua.
"Send someone to invite Miss here, and tell her that His Highness the Second Prince has come to propose marriage," Murong Zhan said to his servant.
"Yes, sir," the servant hurriedly went to call.
A short while later, Murong Qingqing arrived in the hall.
"Greetings, Father and Second Uncle," Murong Qingqing said respectfully.
"Yes, Qingqing, this is His Highness the Second Prince," Murong Zhan said to Murong Qingqing.
"This humble servant greets Your Highness the Second Prince," Murong Qingqing said, bowing.
Huangfu Shenghua hurriedly tried to help Murong Qingqing up, but she dodged his hand. Huangfu Shenghua's eyes narrowed, but he showed no outward embarrassment. Inwardly, however, he silently vowed that once he had Murong Qingqing, he would make her…
"Hehe, Miss Murong, please rise," Huangfu Shenghua said, pretending to be nonchalant.
“I met Miss Murong once a few years ago, and I fell in love with her at first sight. I never thought that my wish would come true. I am extremely happy,” Huangfu Shenghua said.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I wonder if Your Highness has brought the Soul-Gathering Grass with you?" Murong Qingqing said directly.
“Hehe, the Soul Gathering Grass is a treasure that is only found once in a thousand years. How could I carry it with me casually? But Miss Murong, please rest assured, I will definitely send it to you after we get married in three months. What do you think?” Huangfu Shenghua said.
"Please forgive my rudeness, but my father's health is deteriorating day by day. If His Highness the Second Prince cannot send it within ten days, then please do not mention the marriage again," Murong Qingqing said.
"This……"
Just as the atmosphere became somewhat awkward, Murong Wu said, "How about this, Your Highness, please consider Qingqing's filial piety. In half a month, Your Highness can come directly with the Soul-Gathering Grass to marry Qingqing. What do you think of this?"
Murong Zhan remained silent, his eyes fixed on Murong Wu.
“Alright, since that’s the case, let’s do it this way. What do you think, Patriarch Murong?” Huangfu Shenghua asked Murong Zhan.
"It's entirely up to my daughter to decide," Murong Zhan replied.
Huangfu Shenghua looked at Murong Qingqing, who agreed.
Therefore, for the sake of Murong Zhan's health, the wedding day was set for half a month later.
"Then I shall take my leave now. I will personally come to marry Miss Murong in half a month," Huangfu Shenghua said.
"I'm not feeling well, so I won't go to see His Highness off in person. Second brother, please see him off for me," Murong Zhan said, feigning weakness.
"Yes, elder brother," Murong Wu replied, his smile widening.
Murong Wu saw the Second Prince Huangfu Shenghua off and left the Murong residence.
"Murong Wu, isn't it too hasty to do this in half a month? Are you sure you've made all the necessary preparations?" Huangfu Shenghua asked directly.
"Your Highness, please rest assured. I have been waiting for this moment for twenty years. I guarantee that everything will be foolproof," Murong Wu said.
"In that case, rest assured. After this is accomplished, you will not only become the head of the Murong family, but if you can help me ascend to that position, the martial world will be under your control from now on!" Murong Shenghua promised.
"Thank you, Your Highness. I will gladly die for you," Murong Wu said respectfully.
"Well, I'll be going now. Contact me again if you need anything," Huangfu Shenghua said.
Huangfu Shenghua boarded the carriage and drove away down the street.
Murong Wu's eyes were filled with ambition and a smile, and it was unclear what he was thinking.
Inside the carriage, an old man suddenly said sharply, "Your Highness, this Murong Wu appears loyal on the surface, but in reality, he is ambitious and cannot be completely trusted. Does Your Highness really intend to put all the martial arts forces under his control in the future?"
"Hehe, how could I not know that? However, the Murong family is very powerful. I need someone to help me control them and deal with my sixth brother! I heard that my sixth brother has recently been contacting ministers in the court, so we need to prepare as soon as possible."
"Yes, the secret report says the Sixth Prince..."
"He has already broken through to the Great Perfection of the Innate Realm!" the old man said.
"That sixth prince is quite something! Among all these princes, he has the best aptitude for cultivation. It seems we need to speed up our plans!" Huangfu Shenghua said.