Chapter 463: Chapter 465 Preliminary Planning of Power (Eight)
Xiao Feng, that damned brat, was to enter into a marriage alliance with the Yao Family? Why had such good fortune fallen upon that rotten kid? What kind of lucky streak had he hit?
The jealousy in Third Young Master Xiao’s heart gnawed at him like ants, truly baffling as to why the reputable Yao Family had set their sights on that wretched boy.
Especially since the partner in this marriage alliance was the young lady of the Yao Family.
“Right, is Xiao Feng around now?” Yao Jing asked with a furrowed brow, his voice calm.
“He’s stepped out and hasn’t returned yet. Once he’s back, I’ll inform him of this matter. That boy will undoubtedly be overjoyed.”
As he spoke, he couldn’t help but snort coldly, wishing he could beat that detestable brat to a pulp.
“Very well, then Lady Tianyu and I shall take our leave first.” Yao Jing stood up with a smile, turning his head to look at the woman beside him, “Miss, let’s return to the inn. We’ll come back tomorrow.”
Yao Tianyu nodded slightly, gracefully standing up. As she stepped outside, she furrowed her brows and turned her head to look at Yao Jing beside her.
“Why must I marry a man I have never met before? There are men in their early twenties with Innate Perfection in the Yao Family as well, is it just because he is a descendant of Xiao Yun? Is it because Grandpa and the rest are still resentful of the humiliation from generations past?”
Yao Jing smiled faintly, “Miss, Xiao Feng is indeed Innate Perfection, but don’t forget, look at where he grew up. In Central Province, it’s no wonder there are so many talents given the fertile environment. However, Xiao Feng came from abroad, a fact that cannot be overlooked.”
Yao Tianyu fell silent.
What Yao Jing said wasn’t completely without reason. Excelling even outside of Central Province might mean that Xiao Feng’s talent isn’t inferior to Xiao Yun’s…
“Miss, our side branch doesn’t hold a high status in the Yao Family. Acquiring a genius like him would undoubtedly boost our standing. Didn’t you see? The Xiao Family treated us with utmost respect, which we don’t get to enjoy within the Yao Family. Hence, in this world, only strength can forever allow one to stand at the peak and look down upon others.”
Yao Tianyu remained silent for a long while before nodding, “What you said, I understand. But what if Xiao Feng doesn’t agree? If it were me, I wouldn’t want to marry a woman I have never met either.”
“Miss, you worry too much,” Yao Jing scoffed. “Men are always pragmatic. Even though you’re from the side branch, you are nonetheless a genuine member of the Yao Family. Who doesn’t show respect to us outside? Even in disputes, the Yao Family will surely take our side. Thus, marrying you would raise his stature as well. Which man doesn’t want to climb higher?”
Yao Tianyu furrowed her brows slightly.
Could it really be so? If it indeed were so, why had Xiao Yun turned down such a good opportunity in the past? Yet, she was indeed curious about Xiao Yun’s descendant…
“Yao Jing, let’s go. We’ll meet Xiao Feng tomorrow and see how he compares to the late Senior Xiao Yun. By the way, does he know about the past event?”
If he knew about Senior Xiao Yun’s story, he probably wouldn’t agree to the Yao Family. Although she felt indifferent toward that man she hadn’t met, why not make a sacrifice for the sake of her kin?
“Very few know about the past event. I will ensure the Royal Family keeps quiet. Those old men in the Xiao Family who are still alive are too fearful of death to speak out. Miss, you can relax. Xiao Feng will definitely become a son-in-law of the Yao Family!”
Yao Jing said with brimming confidence, a smile spreading across his face…