Only after being reborn did I realize that I was the white moonlight of a powerful minister.

Chapter 23 Sweetheart

Recently, Ye Wanning has heard people praise Xie Bohuai several times, saying he's not bad.

After getting into the carriage, Ye Wanyu said first, "You may not know, but many people actually want to marry Commander Xie."

"He's so scary," Ye Wanhua whispered. She was terrified of Lord Xie; how could any of those girls want to marry him?

"Commander Xie does seem unapproachable, but he's handsome. Think about it, in the entire capital, where can you find a more handsome man?" Ye Wanyu commented objectively. "Big sister, don't you think so?"

"Huh?" Ye Wanning thought for a moment, "That's true."

Whether in terms of height or appearance, Xie Bohuai was the most outstanding. Although he had a reputation for killing without hesitation, many girls still admired his good looks.

"I heard that the one who most wants to marry Commander Xie is Princess Zhaoyun. She's almost desperate to get married." Ye Wanyu's eyes were filled with envy. "It's so good to have power and influence. You can do whatever you want without worrying about what the world thinks. If I were Princess Zhaoyun, I would definitely pursue the young master I like. Anyway, if anything happens, I'll have a prince father to take responsibility."

The Ye sisters have different personalities and ideas, and the Princess Zhaoyun they were discussing was causing a huge uproar at home.

"I don't care, I only love Xie Bohuai, and I won't marry anyone else but him!" Princess Zhaoyun smashed most of the things in the room, which made Prince Hui feel heartbroken.

“My little darling, what’s so good about Xie Bohuai? Do you know what people in the court say about him?” Prince Hui didn’t understand. “They say he’s ruthless and cruel, he even dares to beat and scold his stepmother. He’ll do anything to climb the ranks. Your imperial grandfather values ​​him now, but how many more years can he be so arrogant?”

Prince Hui's implication was clear: the emperor was old and might pass away at any time, leaving Xie Bohuai with only one path—death.

Princess Zhaoyun wouldn't listen to what was said next. "Xie Bohuai is perfect in every way. If you want me to change my mind, you'll have to find an even more handsome husband!"

No, there really isn't.

Prince Hui himself had a round face, a very auspicious appearance, so Princess Zhaoyun also had a round face. From childhood to adulthood, few people genuinely praised her for being beautiful.

From a young age, Princess Zhaoyun only liked beautiful things, and if she set her sights on something, she had to have it.

At this moment, Princess Consort Liu also spoke up to persuade you, "From childhood to adulthood, we have given you whatever you want. But this is the only thing that is unacceptable. Xie Bohuai is not a good match. I would rather you marry an ordinary scholar than marry Xie Bohuai."

Lady Liu was a bit more insightful than King Hui. They knew their daughter was spoiled, and marrying into a high-ranking family wouldn't guarantee her a good life. It was better to look at things from a lower perspective; no matter what kind of son-in-law he was, they could still control their daughter's life.

When Princess Zhaoyun heard that her parents were against it, she simply threw a tantrum, "If you won't let me marry Xie Bohuai, I'll starve myself to death!"

King Hui felt sorry for Liu and wanted to say a few more words of advice, but Lady Liu stopped him.

Liu believed that Zhaoyun wouldn't last long; she knew very well that her daughter, whom she had raised herself, couldn't endure hardship.

This time, however, Princess Zhaoyun was determined to persist and really didn't eat for two days. Even when her maid secretly tried to give her some snacks, she refused.

After all that fuss, Princess Zhaoyun turned pale, and Prince Hui, disregarding everything else, could only coax her into agreeing.

That same day, Prince Hui sent someone to the Xie family to sound them out, but it turned out that Master Xie was useless and said it mainly depended on Xie Bohuai's opinion.

Therefore, Prince Hui had no choice but to summon Xie Bohuai to his residence. Too lazy to deal with Xie Bohuai, he asked directly, "You're not getting any younger, have you thought about getting married?"

"No." Xie Bohuai frowned.

"Let's talk behind closed doors. You know how Zhaoyun feels about you, right?" Prince Hui looked directly at Xie Bohuai. He was a prince, and no matter how favored Xie Bohuai was, he had to bow his head in front of him.

Xie Bohuai said he didn't understand, "I have no personal relationship with the princess and we are not familiar with each other. Moreover, I already have someone I love."

"My beloved? Whose daughter is she?" Prince Hui could hardly contain himself. Xie Bohuai was blind. His Zhaoyun was so wonderful, yet Xie Bohuai liked another girl.

"Your Highness, if you have nothing else to attend to, I shall take my leave." Xie Bohuai bowed and was about to leave when Prince Hui suddenly slammed his hand on the table.

"Xie Bohuai, how dare you!" Prince Hui stood up. "What do you take this place for? How dare you leave before I've even given the word?"

I don't know what my daughter sees in Xie Bohuai. What good is good looks? A man has to be obedient.

Prince Hui was furious, but Xie Bohuai pretended not to notice. "What, does Your Highness want to instruct the Zhenfu Division on how to do things?"

Upon hearing the words "Zhenfu Si," Prince Hui's expression changed once again.

No one can mobilize the Zhenfu Division except the Emperor. If Prince Hui were to intervene and order Xie Bohuai, he would be overstepping his bounds. If the matter were to reach the Crown Prince, the Crown Prince could impeach Prince Hui for harboring rebellious intentions.

"Xie Bohuai, I didn't mean that." Prince Hui took a deep breath. He was favored by the Emperor and remained calm. "I didn't intend to interfere with the Zhenfu Division, but I don't care who your beloved is. From now on, it can only be Zhaoyun!"

Xie Bohuai curled his thin lips in a mocking smile. "Your Highness, I'll say it again: I would rather die than marry Princess Zhaoyun. If you really can't marry off your daughter, why don't you ask the Emperor to grant you a marriage? Let's see if he will."

If Prince Hui dares to approach the Emperor, Xie Bohuai has plenty of ways to sow discord between them. Prince Hui's arrogance stems entirely from the Emperor's favor; if the Emperor becomes suspicious, what will become of him?

Before King Hui could answer, Xie Bohuai opened the door and left.

King Hui was so angry that his face turned white.

It was always others who fawned over Prince Hui's Mansion, but today Xie Bohuai slapped them in the face.

"boom!"

Prince Hui smashed the pen holder on the table. "Go and investigate, see which girl Xie Bohuai is getting close to. Xie Bohuai, don't let me find him!"

Meanwhile, Prince Hui was furious and investigated. Princess Zhaoyun learned that Xie Bohuai had rejected her father's offer of goodwill and burst into tears on the spot.

"Why are you crying?" Madam Liu only regretted that she had spoiled her daughter too much and hadn't taught her manners earlier. "You are of royal lineage, but you're still a man. There are plenty of ways to get him. Wipe away your tears. Your father has already bowed his head to Xie Bohuai once; there won't be a second time!"

"But Mother..."

"No buts. Wipe away your tears and come out with me normally tomorrow. Don't embarrass the Prince's Mansion. As for Xie Bohuai, we'll always find a way to control him!" Madam Liu pulled her daughter up to wash up. She could manage the Prince's Mansion's backyard perfectly, but she was helpless against her daughter.

Princess Zhaoyun was heartbroken, but thinking of Xie Bohuai's repeated rejections, and especially after hearing that Xie Bohuai had someone he loved, a surge of anger rose in her heart. She made up her mind to find him and make sure he didn't get away with it!

However, Xie Bohuai was busy with official duties all day except for the town government office and the Xie family, so Prince Hui and Princess Zhaoyun couldn't find any clues.

As a month passed and the day for the imperial concubine selection arrived, someone reminded Princess Zhaoyun that all the eligible young ladies from official families in the capital had come to participate. If Princess Zhaoyun wanted to find someone, she could go to the palace to inquire.

At this moment, the three Ye sisters were riding in a carriage to the palace. Ye Wanning was relatively calm, while Ye Wanhua held her sisters' hands tightly, trembling with fear.