Chu Wenyu knew that the old man Charles would definitely take action, and he had anticipated it would happen soon. However, when the steward mentioned the request from Charles’ diplomats, Chu Wenyu still became infuriated.
“Your Majesty, King Charles wishes for Prince Jiang Ling to return to Charles,” the steward conveyed Charles’ intentions while standing on the side.
“Didn’t I already refuse last time? Besides, the agreement stipulates three years. It hasn’t been that long. Does King Charles want to breach the contract?” Chu Wenyu said calmly, circling his chest.
Even if the agreed-upon date arrived, what could they do if he didn’t release the person?
“I have to inform Your Majesty, King Charles is willing to enter into a permanent peace treaty with Burke Star and is also willing to favor Burke Star in diplomatic policies, as long as he can exchange it for the return of Prince Jiang Ling…”
This was indeed a very humble request, but Chu Wenyu remained unmoved, showing no change in his expression.
“Do I need these?” Chu Wenyu glanced at the steward.
“If there’s nothing else, just reject it. Releasing him is absolutely out of the question.” If that’s all they have, it seems Charles doesn’t really want to get him back.
The steward stood nervously for a moment, unsure whether to proceed. He was aware of the intricacies between His Majesty and Prince Jiang Ling. Regardless of how tempting the conditions might be, His Majesty probably wouldn’t release the prince.
“Your Majesty, King Charles also mentioned that he understands your concerns. In order to demonstrate his sincerity, he is willing to promise… to arrange a marriage between Prince Jiang Ling and Burke Star’s princess. He also pledges that our princess will become the queen of Charles Star in the future and will bear the future heirs of Charles Star,” the steward, having been a witness to the entire ordeal involving Princess Anna, could anticipate that such a proposal wouldn’t please His Majesty.
Chu Wenyu opened his eyes, straightened his posture, and his gaze became subtle.
“Charles is so sincere…” he sneered twice, seemingly contemplating something.
Normally, Charles’ proposal was indeed quite sincere, if not for the fact that the recipient was Chu Wenyu.
Chu Wenyu’s displeasure was evident when the steward used terms like queen and bearing heirs.
“Your Majesty, King Charles also mentioned that he will send gifts to Burke Star and invites the princess to visit Charles. If you are still not reassured, he suggests announcing the engagement immediately in front of the entire interstellar community.”
Accepting the princess of an enemy nation as the wife of a prince who might become the heir is indeed generous. However, Charles failed to understand the situation.
“It seems Charles still doesn’t grasp the situation,” Chu Wenyu sneered scornfully, casting a dark look at the steward.
“Do you know how to respond?” he asked.
Chu Wenyu and Jiang Ling rarely restrained themselves within the palace, and it was evident that the steward before them understood their relationship well.
The steward clenched his teeth and tentatively suggested, “Shall I refuse King Charles’s proposal to send gifts in Your Majesty’s name?”
He knew for sure that His Majesty would not agree to such a proposal.
“After being with me for so long, you still don’t understand me,” Chu Wenyu chuckled, his eyes holding an inscrutable light.
“Accept King Charles’s proposal and warmly welcome the general from Charles Star. When he arrives, I and Prince Jiang Ling will personally receive him and discuss relevant matters slowly,” he spoke calmly, but an underlying madness colored his tone.
The steward nodded awkwardly, genuinely puzzled about Chu Wenyu’s intentions.
Charles didn’t expect things to go so smoothly but understood the reasons behind it. After all, the sacrifices he made were substantial.
He did have the intention of making Jiang Ling his heir, and the choice of an engagement partner for the heir was an important matter. However, he had to consider the bigger picture.
Charles dispatched General Reg with great care, personally inspecting the gifts to ensure perfection. He eagerly anticipated Jiang Ling’s return, intending to provide him with the best mecha training.
When Reg arrived on Burke Star, the reception surpassed all expectations. All other fleets were ordered to pass through without hindrance, and the Royal Guards formed two columns at the spaceport, with Chu Wenyu’s steward leading the way, a warm smile on his face.
He knew his mission, and witnessing this scene made him even more confident. It seemed that Burke Star’s Monarch was quite willing to cooperate.
Led by the steward, Reg entered the palace. Soon after, he was taken to a palace designated for receiving important guests and informed that he would personally discuss the engagement matters with the king later that evening.
Little did he know that despite the wholehearted agreement from Burke Star’s Monarch, no princess had been brought to the royal palace.
“Your Majesty, who are we meeting?” Jiang Ling, dressed in a tailcoat under Chu Wenyu’s arrangement, was led to the reception room. A banquet table was set up inside, and palace attendants kept their heads down, waiting by the side.
“The general sent by your king,” Chu Wenyu, sitting in the main seat, replied casually.
Jiang Ling was puzzled. “Why would Your Majesty receive him personally?”
In his understanding, Chu Wenyu was not someone who would personally attend to anyone, let alone someone from the Charles Star. Normal protocol would dictate keeping them out of Burke Star.
“You’ll find out soon,” Chu Wenyu said with a light smile.
Puzzled, Jiang Ling had no choice but to sit down, and Chu Wenyu insisted he sit close, not allowing him to take any other place.
Before long, the general was brought in.
He first saluted Chu Wenyu and then greeted Jiang Ling with a smile.
“Your Highness, His Majesty sent me to escort you back to Charles.”
“Have a seat,” Chu Wenyu interrupted their conversation, his expression impatient.
Under the attendants’ care, Reg sat opposite Chu Wenyu.
He had no appetite for the meal and got straight to the point, “Your Majesty, I’ve brought the agreement. Where is the princess? King Charles entrusted me to invite her for a visit to Charles.”
However, there was no response to his words. Reg sensed that something was off in the atmosphere.
Out of courtesy, he hadn’t dared to make eye contact with Chu Wenyu. Now, he subconsciously looked up. The masked figure completely ignored him, leaning crookedly against their Crown Prince. The two were intimately close, with the Crown Prince having to hold onto the other’s waist to keep him steady. Meanwhile, the masked man lazily fed the Crown Prince fruits that he had just peeled.
This playful demeanor was far from what one would expect from a sovereign.
“Is it sweet?” Chu Wenyu asked in a husky voice.
Jiang Ling wasn’t sure what Chu Wenyu was up to, and it was embarrassing to be involved in such a scene in front of others. Nevertheless, he understood that refusing wasn’t an option, so he opened his mouth and let Chu Wenyu feed him.
“It’s okay.”
Reg’s expression became more serious. The scene before him was just too intimate, and was the Burke Star monarch really treating their Crown Prince so favorably?
“Your Majesty, when shall we discuss the matter of the engagement?” Reg asked again, trying to remain composed and ignoring the unreasonable intimacy between the two.
“What engagement?” Jiang Ling tilted his head, unaware of the situation.
“Your engagement with the Burke Star’s princess,” Chu Wenyu said, poking the Alpha’s chest with a teasing and complaining tone.
“However, when did I agree?” Chu Wenyu’s tone shifted sharply, directing his words towards Reg.
“…Your Majesty, you made a promise,” Reg said with a puzzled face, unable to comprehend the sudden shift in the situation.
Chu Wenyu ignored him once again.
“Do you want to marry the princess?” he deliberately asked Jiang Ling.
Although framed as a question, the consequences of an unwanted answer were apparent.
Jiang Ling, even though unsure of the whole situation, understood Chu Wenyu’s intention now. This man was provoked by King Charles’ proposal, hence the sudden retaliation.
Since things had reached this point, exposing their relationship didn’t matter anymore.
“Don’t want to,” Jiang Ling shook his head according to his wishes.
His response brought a sweet smile to Chu Wenyu’s face, a hint of satisfaction evident.
Meanwhile, Reg, upon hearing this, sharply looked at Jiang Ling. The strange thoughts that had begun in his mind now became clearer and more shocking. The Crown Prince and the Monarch of Burke Star had… such a relationship.
He dared not dwell on it, feeling increasingly uneasy.
“I knew you wouldn’t marry someone else.” Chu Wenyu sneered at Reg, then leaned in and planted a kiss on Jiang Ling’s cheek.
While the earlier situation could be somewhat explained, it had now become utterly inexplicable. Such a scandalous affair was beyond comprehension, and Reg wished he were anywhere else but here.
Chu Wenyu’s lazy and malicious voice became clear in his ears.
“Tell Charles that Prince Jiang Ling not only won’t go back but also won’t marry and have children. Tell him what you saw and get lost.” Tired of the game, Chu Wenyu reached out, ready to have the Alpha carry him away.
Jiang Ling could only helplessly comply.
Reg stood there, dumbfounded, watching the two impossible figures leave, completely stuck together.
That night, Reg retraced his steps with all his belongings. Of course, he brought back none of the people he was supposed to.
The whole situation was too bizarre. Those paying attention to the matter across the galaxy were puzzled, unable to make sense of how things had fallen apart.
Back in the Charles Palace, the enraged voice of the king echoed through the halls, filled with endless hatred and disdain, “Shameless! Absolutely shameless!”
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