My Inner Thought is Exposed! The Villain Family Defy Their Fate!-Chapter 358 - 152: You’re the One Who Can’t Get Married

Chapter 358: Chapter 152: You’re the One Who Can’t Get Married

"Alright, don’t be angry anymore. It was my fault just now, I shouldn’t have used so much force and hurt you. I apologize. If you can’t get married, I’ll take care of you for life, okay?"

"Oh, you’re admitting fault? Is it a sudden revelation of conscience? That’s really rare."

Yun Wanyao raised an eyebrow, looking at him with some surprise.

It was obvious that the words were more teasing than praising him, but Yun Wanye didn’t mind at all.

It’s family, she can tease however she likes.

"Wait a minute, who are you saying can’t get married? Let me tell you, I won’t be left unmarried; you’re the one who’ll be unmarriageable."

The words sounded like a tongue twister,

Her reflex arc was long, and only now did she suddenly realize his last words. Her arrogance soared, and she glared at him, outraged.

Yun Wanye, not wanting to argue with her, waved his hand helplessly, "Yes, yes, I’m the unmarriageable one, is that okay?"

After he finished speaking, he changed his tone, a smile spreading on his face, cautiously saying, "Sister, you just said that if the Princess cancels her engagement, the Emperor will arrange a husband for her?"

"Ahem..."

Yun Wanyao’s arrogance was successfully thwarted. She choked on her saliva, staring at him in astonishment.

Let her think, how long had it been since he called her sister?

It seemed that since the youngest sister was born, he hadn’t called her that, right?

Now, he’s calling her sister again because of this?

Tsk, suddenly hearing it, she really wasn’t used to it.

But this also indicates that he’s really anxious.

Turning her thoughts to his previous self-absorbed demeanor, Yun Wanyao decided to let him stew.

She put on a casual demeanor, saying, "Why are you asking about this?"

"You’re such a stubborn mule, totally unwilling to even try to win the Princess’s favor, no matter what’s said. I don’t want to keep talking to you about it."

"With this time and effort, you might as well go keep the little sister entertained."

Yun Wanye: "..."

Stubborn... stubborn mule???

Is she talking about him?

He squinted his eyes, gritting his teeth as he said, "Yun Wanyao, don’t push me to slap you."

Insulting him was one thing, but purposely provoking and leaving him out in the cold, just to make him anxious, this damn girl was becoming more and more out of hand.

"You dare!"

Even though she knew he was just saying it, Yun Wanyao instinctively covered her face with both hands, glaring at him angrily.

Yun Wanye frowned and said fiercely, "Whether I dare or not depends on your next attitude. Now let’s get back on topic, tell me immediately."

"You want me to talk, then you should ask. If you don’t ask, what should I say?"

Seeing that he was really about to snap, Yun Wanyao knew that she’d let him stew long enough. If she kept dragging it out, there might come a time when this fool gets annoyed and stops paying her any mind.

If that happened, her plans would fall through, wouldn’t they?

"Still playing dumb? Of course, you need to talk about the Emperor’s plans to arrange a husband for the Princess. Why did you suddenly bring this up?"

"There’s no smoke without fire. I know you went to see the Princess today. Could it be that the Princess told you this personally?"

The more Yun Wanye spoke, the more restless he became.

The Emperor had always intended for him to join the Court. If now, the Emperor really started looking for a husband for the Princess, then he definitely wouldn’t be considered.

If that’s the case, what was all his efforts during this time for?

Was it all just wasted effort?

Seeing his demeanor, Yun Wanyao couldn’t help but want to smack him, saying with disdain, "You pride yourself on being smart, but why can’t you understand something so simple?"

"Of course, the Princess didn’t say this to me, but think about it, she’s around our age. If her engagement is canceled, the Emperor is both her older brother and the ruler of the country, wouldn’t he be eager to find her another match?"

"Over the years, the Court has introduced many policies to encourage marriage and childbirth."

"The Princess, as a member of the Imperial Family, enjoying the luxury and wealth, naturally has to take on the corresponding responsibilities. At the very least, she has to set an example."

"She’s a Princess, and if she’s unmarried, how do you think the people view the Emperor and the Court?"

"Also, the border has never been peaceful. Over there in Beidi, they often have conflicts with our Da Wu Country."

"Even though we’ve always had the upper hand, we can’t guarantee there won’t be unexpected incidents."

"Since the founding of the country, whenever war pressures are high, those old geezers in the Court advocate for peace through marriage. At least three Princesses have been sent to Beidi this way."

"Does the Emperor, who dotes so much on the Princess, not worry that if the Princess doesn’t get married in time, and something happens at the border, those old folks will resort to the same old tactics, forcing him like they forced the Grand Ancestor Emperor, to send the Princess to marry for peace?"

"So, once the Princess’s engagement is canceled, whether the Emperor likes it or not, he’ll immediately arrange a husband."

Yun Wanye frowned, his expression filled with arrogance, "Peace through marriage? How could that be?"

"It’s no longer the time of the Grand Ancestor Emperor. The current Da Wu Country is strong with countless capable generals, completely able to suppress the barbarians thoroughly. Why would we need to rely on women to ensure peace?"

"As long as our father and the Yun Family Army are here for another day, Da Wu Country will never fall to such a state."

During the late previous dynasty, the Emperor was oblivious and immoral, the Court corrupt and dark, corrupt officials rampant, vassal lords rebelling, power severely fragmented, and the people were in dire straits.

When the Grand Ancestor Emperor seized control of the country, he was faced with a desolate landscape and severe devastation.

He had to manage consolidating power, cleansing the Court, dealing with the vassals, and solving the country’s livelihood issues.

Therefore, he was extremely busy and overwhelmed.

Plus, after years of civil strife, the national treasury was depleted, soldiers heavily lost, and few weapons and horses remained.

Beidi took this opportunity to invade.

The enemy was in full strength, while Da Wu Country was barely recovering from internal chaos, not yet having had a chance to rebuild after the war, so how could there be any chance of winning?

Thus, in order to preserve national strength and reduce losses of troops and resources, Da Wu Country managed to repel an attack and secure a chance for peace talks.

Peace meant ceding territories, sending women, providing grain, and supplying resources...

Of course, the Grand Ancestor Emperor was very skillful, amassing national strength in a few short years and launching a counterattack against Beidi.

This time, it lasted for eight whole years.