Grand Duke Ji Ting and Mrs. Marina were sitting in the living room, looking at the mature and elegant middle-aged man in front of them, their expressions were a little uncomfortable and embarrassing, especially Mrs. Marina, thinking of what happened during this time, there was still a hint of hostility in her eyes.

But the dissatisfaction turned into dissatisfaction. At this moment, facing the Grand Duke Carlos, the two still had to make a hypocritical appearance.

Grand Duke Ji Ting was silent for a moment and said, "Mr. Carlos, I have already understood your intention, but please forgive us for not being able to grant your request."

Mrs. Marina also showed a disobedient smile, "Xiao Ling is just a naughty and ignorant child. It is an honor for him to be liked by you, but I am afraid he is not suitable to be your wife, please forgive me."

joke!

How could they possibly marry their only precious son to this deep and terrible Archduke Carlos?

As for Carlos, they know a lot more than Ji Ling, so they are more aware of this man's cruelty and scheming. If Ji Ling really married him, he would only be played with applause. And the most important thing is... they don't think Carlos really likes Ji Ling, I'm afraid they made such a request in order to compete with His Majesty. The real purpose is to bring the Ji family into the war.

In any case, it is impossible for them to marry their son to Carlos.

If it wasn't for his provocation, my son would have been together with His Majesty now, right? Thinking of her son's depressed appearance, Mrs. Marina was even more unhappy in her heart, but she couldn't have an attack on Carlos, she just felt depressed and had to force a smile.

Carlos looked at Ji Ting and his wife, who were on guard and estranged, with an elegant and decent smile, and said with sincerity in his eyes: "I can understand your worries about this marriage, but I came here today with a huge Sincerely. I sincerely want to marry Ji Ling, and promise that he will always have only one lover. If I can't do it, I am willing to give up half of the Carlos family's property as compensation to him. "

As soon as these words came out, Grand Duke Ji Ting and Mrs. Marina looked at Carlos in horror. Isn't he crazy, how could he say such a thing?

The Carlos family is so huge and has a long history. The industries involved are all over the empire, and it is everywhere. It is a behemoth that can affect the economic lifeline of the empire! Even half of the family's property is too huge to measure. Since he dares to make such a promise, it is impossible for him to use his family as a child's play. Whether he is sincere or not, he will definitely treat his son well.

But this is too surprising, is it necessary...?

Imperial nobles have always been open to their private life concepts. It is very common to have a lover or divorce after marriage. It is not a big deal. Will Carlos have someone else in the future, and the relationship is not a big deal... I never thought about asking him to make such a promise.

At this moment, Ji Ting and his wife were in a trance. Could it be that Carlos really fell in love with their simple and silly son?

How is this possible?

Grand Duke Ji Ting hesitated for a while, although he began to believe in Carlos's sincerity, he was still reluctant to take risks, and sneered: "We know your sincerity, but Xiaoling's stubborn character is not suitable for me, so there is no such thing. necessary……"

Carlos smiled slightly: "That's what I like about him, and I can naturally accommodate everything about him. And I can guarantee that my marriage with him has nothing to do with anything else—"

He looked straight into the eyes of Grand Duke Ji Ting and his wife, his eyes were deep and sharp, and said slowly, "I won't make any demands on the Ji family because of this."

The implication is that he only needs Ji Ling and promises not to drag the Ji family into the battle between him and the emperor.

He knew what they were worried about.

Grand Duke Ji Ting fell silent again. This time even Mrs. Marina was silent. Carlos easily resolved everything they were worried about, so that they could no longer find any excuse for refusal.

The two looked at each other quietly, neither of them expected that things would develop to this point, that Carlos could do this in order to marry Ji Ling, which was completely beyond their expectations. But they still feel that this kind of person is not suitable for their son...

Mrs. Marina gritted her teeth and said, "Thank you for your love for Xiaoling. We believe in your sincerity. But the most important thing about marriage is the child's own thoughts, so I'm sorry—"

At this moment, a cold voice sounded from the side, "I do."

Madam Marina looked up in astonishment, and saw Ji Ling wearing a small white dress with soft blonde hair casually falling on her forehead. She raised her head to reveal a beautiful and delicate face, and her blue eyes were calm and indifferent.

He walked over step by step, glanced at Carlos lightly, opened his lips slightly, and said to his father and mother slowly and clearly: "I am willing to marry Uncle Carlos."

Grand Duke Ji Ting and Madam Marina were shocked. Didn't his son always like His Majesty? Even if there were some misunderstandings and unhappiness before, it wouldn't make him like Carlos because of that, would he? They knew very well that Ji Ling had always regarded Carlos as an elder before.

Mrs. Marina took her son's hand and said in a low voice, "Xiao Ling, what are you talking about? Haven't you always liked His Majesty?"

Ji Ling raised the corner of his mouth and smiled: "I don't like it now."

Mrs. Marina wanted to persuade again: "But..."

Ji Ling interrupted her and said in a light voice: "I liked His Majesty before, but who stipulated that I would like him all the time, and can't like others?"

Grand Duke Ji Ting couldn't help but say, "Don't be angry."

Ji Ling's eyes were persistent, "I didn't say anything angry, I was serious. I used to like His Majesty, just because I was ignorant and admired him. Now that I am an adult, I know what true love is. Carlos Uncle has always been very good to me, I like him very much, and I am willing to marry him, can't I?"

Grand Duke Ji Ting and Mrs. Marina: "..."

Ji Ling said word by word, "Mom and Dad, don't you want me to be happy?"

The two were speechless by Ji Ling, and they were reluctant in their hearts. They couldn't believe a person like Carlos. They thought that Ji Ling was still angry with Jing Sui and was coaxed by Carlos... But Ji Ling Saying such words in front of Carlos, if you and others disagree, wouldn't you be the villain who beats the mandarin ducks?

Carlos——It's not an existence that can be shoved out by them!

Madam Marina was anxious, embarrassed and helpless, and wanted to drag Ji Ling back to criticize her severely, but she was too embarrassed to do so when she saw Carlos sitting there firmly.

Grand Duke Ji Ting also had a stiff expression, not knowing what to say for a while.

Seeing that the atmosphere was deadlocked, Carlos Shishiran stood up. He raised his hand and stroked Ji Ling's head, with a tender and doting look in his eyes, and then raised his head to face Duke Ji Ting and Mrs. Marina, smiling. : "I know your worries about this matter, and I fully understand your feelings, but I will prove that I am sincere to Ji Ling, and you can rest assured to hand him over to me."

Seeing that things had come to this point, after a long time, Grand Duke Ji Ting finally showed a decisive expression. He said in a deep voice, "I can agree to your request, but there is one condition."

Carlos said: "What conditions?"

Grand Duke Ji Ting gave his wife a calm look, and said to Carlos: "Ji Ling is still young, and it is inevitable that he will act impulsive, so I hope that it is just an engagement now, and the real wedding must be held in a year."

Even if the child agreed to Carlos on impulse now, a year was enough for him to calm down and figure out what he wanted, and it would be too late to break the engagement, which also gave everyone a buffer.

If Carlos is consistent a year later and Ji Ling still insists on marrying him, then it is not impossible for them to agree to the marriage.

Grand Duke Ji Ting knew that his request was a bit excessive, but he had to do it for the sake of the child's future. He didn't want the child to regret the pain in the future.

This is also his bottom line.

Carlos looked at him and nodded without hesitation: "I agree to this condition, everything is subject to Xiaoling's wishes, if one day he doesn't want to marry me, this engagement can be terminated at any time, I absolutely Not reluctantly."

Hearing Carlos' words, Grand Duke Ji Ting and Mrs. Marina finally breathed a sigh of relief. Although they were still a little worried, they were no longer so conflicted.

The son is determined to marry Carlos, what else can they do? just hope this kid wakes up soon.

Seeing that the matter had been settled, Ji Ling said, "Mom and Dad, Uncle Carlos and I are going out first."

Mrs. Marina and Grand Duke Ji Ting showed a tired smile.

Ji Ling turned around and left here.

He walked in front, and Carlos followed behind him unhurriedly. When no one was there, Ji Ling stopped, showed Carlos a complex expression of apology and gratitude, and whispered, "Thank you."

Carlos looked at Ji Ling with deep eyes, laughed softly, and his voice was low and magnetic: "What kind of politeness do you have with me, it's just a hand gesture. I will let the whole world know that you are about to become my wife, so that Your Majesty can no longer be entangled. is you."

Ji Ling nodded, his eyes were dim, and he seemed to be still immersed in sadness, showing a reluctant smile: "When Your Majesty gives up, we will terminate the engagement. This time has caused you trouble."

Carlos sighed, rubbed Ji Ling's head, and said slowly, "What kind of trouble is this, I do it willingly."

Ji Ling was about to be numb to death by him. He just wanted to get away early. He pretended to be embarrassed and his face turned red. He lowered his eyes and said, "Then I'll go back first, see you Uncle Carlos."

Carlos smiled and nodded, watching the back of the boy leaving in a hurry, the corners of his lips slowly raised.

………………

Carlos did what he said, and that afternoon, the news of his marriage contract with Ji Ling made headlines, causing a nationwide sensation overnight!

In less than ten days after His Majesty confessed to Ji Ling in public, the news of Ji Ling and Carlos' engagement came out, completely smashing Jing Sui's green hat!

This is incredible too!

The wealthy and powerful Grand Duke Carlos is about to get married to Ji Ling, a famous imperial dude, and he is still taking love from His Majesty!

His Majesty the Emperor was wearing a green hat, robbed his wife, and the hatred for his wife is unbearable!

What a shocking news!

Although the two sides had always been at odds with each other, it was only a private fight. On the surface, they were still in harmony. When they reached the status of His Majesty and Carlos, they would not easily make any irrational actions. After all, what they represent It's really too much... And now Carlos is actually slashing the sword to win the love, it's just a face-to-face slap to Jing Sui! Public tearing!

People all over the country are excited!

There are all kinds of gossips on the Internet every day, and there are several kinds of opinions that are too noisy, and there are different opinions.

Some people say that Ji Ling is a blue-faced troublemaker. Although this dude is spicy, he is really good-looking. didn't expect that both Archduke Carlos and His Majesty were both face-controllers, and they would make such a fuss to grab a fake dude.

Some people say that they don't like Ji Ling, and they just use Ji Ling to play games. How could their wise and noble Majesty and the elegant and noble Archduke Carlos like that kind of playboy? What beauties have they never seen?

Ji Ling stayed at home and watched the fire from the other side.

Anyway, what he wants is just a name, and he doesn't really intend to marry Carlos. He has already done what he should do. Now let Jing Sui and Carlos tear it up. It has nothing to do with him, wait for them to tear it up. If there is a victory or defeat, no matter whether Carlos wins or loses, he can logically find a reason to terminate the engagement at that time.

The system also watched the excitement and investment, and couldn't help but sigh: "You are really hot right now. 】

Ji Ling: [Do you want this kind of fire, I'll give it to you? 】

system:【……】

The system felt aggrieved. Recently, his host's mouth has become more and more poisonous, and he knows how to take his own anger out. But when he thought about Ji Ling, he could only be arrogant in front of him, and he forgave generously after thinking about it - he is a quality system.

That night, Ji Ling returned to his room after dinner, and met Wen Yan who was waiting for him.

Ji Ling is almost numb to the fact that Wen Yan has nothing to do with him. The villain doesn't know where he got wind in his life. He just likes to waste time with him, and he has never seen him care much about him in his previous life.

Maybe rebirth makes people brain-dead?

Fortunately, Wen Yan always pretended to be polite and courteous in front of him, so Ji Ling treated him more casually, frowned and said, "What's the matter with you?"

But this time, this man, who has always been calm and humble, has a cold face, his sharp eyes fixed on Ji Ling's eyes, and said, "You can't marry Carlos."

Ji Ling was stunned for a moment, this kind of Wen Yan made him suddenly alert, he thought that I didn't plan to marry Carlos, but said in a cold tone: "It's none of your business."

Wen Yan's chest heaved violently when he heard the words, as long as he thought that Ji Ling was about to marry Carlos, he could no longer keep pretending to be nothing, the phoenix eyes were cold and cold, and he said in a hoarse voice: "Do you think Your Majesty is using you? , isn't Carlos using you?"

When Ji Ling heard it, he persuaded himself again, and suddenly showed a look of love and hatred for His Majesty, and said coldly, "So what?"

Wen Yan's heart was cold, and he closed his eyes in pain, so... you just believe in Carlos? Since you are so easy to deceive, and since Carlos can...why can't I?

He suddenly opened his eyes, thick ink swelled in his eyes, and suddenly stepped forward to hold Ji Ling's wrist and pulled him in front of him!

Ji Ling stumbled and almost bumped into Wen Yan's body, her wrist was pinched and painful, she raised her eyes to meet the man's paranoid black phoenix eyes, shivered subconsciously, and said nervously, "You, you have to do it. what?"

Wen Yan stared at the face of the young man in front of him for a moment, and the desperately suppressed desire in his heart, as if the last restraint was broken, rushed out, trying to swallow all his restraint! If the final result is that Ji Ling marries Carlos with ulterior motives, then it might as well... let him be his own!

Ji Ling was finally a little scared, and he shouted sternly: "Let me go!"

Wen Yan lowered his eyes, looking at the fear in the boy's eyes, and the slightly pale face...

After a long time, he took a deep breath, slowly let go of his hand, lowered his eyes to remove the look in his eyes, and said lightly, "I'm sorry."

Ji Ling was really frightened and ran away! Don't dare to look back, wait... Didn't Wen Yan team up with Jing Sui long ago? Could it be that he also came to be a lobbyist for Jing Sui? It's so scary!

Wen Yan's eyes fell on the back of Ji Ling's departure...

The look in his eyes slowly turned dark and gloomy. At this point, Jing Sui must be happy to join forces with himself to eradicate Carlos' influence as soon as possible. I will not let you stay by Carlos's side for too long...

This time, I will not let go.

So, wait for me.

………………

Ji Ling felt that he was careless before and got used to Wen Yan's humble attitude. He almost forgot that he was a sinister and sinister villain, and began to avoid Wen Yan vigilantly, but to his surprise, Wen Yan did not appear since that day, it seems that become busy.

Jing Sui didn't respond, let alone come to him. Did he really give up this time?

That's right... as the emperor of the empire, he can't rob someone else's lover, right?

Ji Ling slowly breathed a sigh of relief. One day, he suddenly received news from Carlos and invited him to go out on a date.

Although he didn't want to go out on a date with the old man at all in his heart, and he didn't want to play with him, but Carlos said the truth, saying that since they are now engaged, it is normal to go out on a date, so it looks like it's true, without being suspected by others.

Ji Ling thought to himself, I believe you, but he agreed to act in a full set.

Carlos personally came to pick him up and took him to a very famous hotel in Emperor Star. From the floor-to-ceiling glass of the private room, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery outside. It is indeed a good place for a dinner date.

Carlos ordered Ji Ling's favorite dish, and his expression was as gentle as always: "I'm worried that you are always in a bad mood by staying at home, the food here is very good, and it was shipped from other galaxies that day, and the taste is very good. Good, try it out."

Ji Ling thought to himself, I know your purpose, you really don't need to act so laboriously, but as an excellent performer, he still showed a sad expression, lowered his eyes and said, "Thank you, but I have no appetite."

Carlos looked at the young man's dull eyes and slightly trembling eyelashes, knowing that he still cared about Jing Sui in the end, jealous like a poisonous snake clinging to his heart, but he didn't show it at all, just sighed lowly and asked, "Yes. Is your Majesty still pestering you?"

Ji Ling shook his head.

Carlos nodded, with a worried look in his deep eyes, and his voice was low: "Having said that, but don't take it lightly, he won't give up easily."

Ji Ling seemed very sad, but still said, "I know."

Halfway through his meal, he felt really tired because of the emptiness and guile. After leaving Carlos, felt that breathing was a little easier. After all, that old fox was too vicious, and acting in front of him always had to be extra cautious.

Ji Ling stood in front of the mirror in the bathroom and said with a dazed expression: [What do you think the old fox thinks? I have promised to get engaged, so what are you asking me to do? 】

System: [Probably want to act a little bit more real? After all, your character is quite coaxing, and if you give up on him, you will naturally be able to make better use of you to attack Jing Sui. 】

Ji Ling: [Why did you suddenly start to use your brain today...]

System: [I'm afraid you're going bald. 】

Ji Ling: […]

Ji Ling let out a breath, he came out for a while, it was time to go back, but as soon as he turned around and came out of the bathroom, he almost bumped into the tall red-haired gray-eyed man in front of him. Ji Ling's expression froze, and then he showed a cold expression. just want to bypass the other party and go out directly.

As a result, the man took a step forward, and his tall body was like a mountain, directly blocking his path.

Ji Ling: ...

Now that he sees the lobbyist on Jing Sui's side, he is upset ah ah ah ah!

Ji Ling said coldly: "Your Excellency Marshal, please let me go."

Brandon looked at the young man's indifferent face and estranged attitude. He felt a lot of pain in his heart, but he didn't let it. Instead, he said in a serious voice: "Carlos is not sincere to you, he is just using you, you know?"

Ji Ling laughed and raised his eyebrows: "I know, many people have already said this to me."

Brandon was a little anxious: "Then you still-"

Ji Ling interrupted him with cold eyes: "I know, it doesn't mean I believe it. Uncle Carlos has always been good to me. He has never hurt me, he has always cared about me and took care of me... But what about you?" , said word by word: "Have you protected me?"

Brandon's face paled.

Ji Ling laughed at himself: "You promised my father to protect me, but you left and handed me over to Your Majesty, and let me fall into Gabriel's hands... Actually, you don't care about my life at all, right? ?"

Brandon opened his mouth, but was suddenly unable to refute, which reminded him of his last life, when he also let the boy fall into the hands of the rebels because of his carelessness, and was tortured and frightened.

This time, he thought that Jing Sui would be able to protect the boy well before he chose to back down, but the boy was still hurt.

It's his fault.

After a long while, he made a hoarse voice: "I... I'm sorry."

Ji Ling smiled, but his expression was calm and indifferent, and said, "No, I don't need your apologies."

After he finished speaking, he walked directly past Brandon.

Brandon didn't stop him this time.

Ji Ling found that he was getting more and more slippery at people now, and he actually talked like this... Hey, everyone is forced out, how can we get rid of these guys if we don't? The more Ji Ling thought about it, the more sad he felt.

He just wanted to hurry back now, but just turned a corner, and his footsteps stopped again. Ji Ling looked at the tall and tall black-haired and green-eyed youth leaning against the wall, showing a toothache.

Why are you so unlucky today? Shouldn't these two guys be guarding him on purpose?

Ji Ling's face froze, ignoring Ning Yu and walking forward.

But just as he was about to pass by Ning Yu, Ning Yu suddenly spoke and made an indifferent and warm voice: "My Majesty and I have never had anything, you know it."

Ji Ling really didn't want to pay attention to it at first, but when he heard this, he got angry again. As the protagonist, you suffer, if you don't follow your story well, but you come to me to separate from the protagonist Gong, are you going to be mad at me? Do you think you can inherit my flowers like this? You dream, I haven't used it for a long time! ! !

Ji Ling turned his head and looked at him coldly, "Is it none of your business? It's none of my business."

Ning Yu stared deeply into his eyes, as if to see through him, suddenly chuckled and said, "Really? Don't you like Your Majesty?"

Ji Ling was stunned when he heard this, and then his hair stood up and became alert. His eyes were red and he said in a sad and angry voice: "Yeah, I don't like him anymore, are you happy?"

He bit his lip and looked at Ning Yu fiercely, completely out of love and hatred, his mouth was stubborn and stubborn, he said that he didn't like it, but it seemed like he was about to cry.

Ning Yu's brows slowly wrinkled, and for a long time, in the usual gentle green eyes, a cold color appeared, and the corners of his lips raised, saying: "If that's the case, then do what you say... Don't like him anymore. ."

Ji Ling: ? ? ?

Brother, didn't you come to persuade me?

But before he could regain his senses, Ning Yu had already turned around and left, leaving him with a free and easy back...

Ji Ling: ...

He stared blankly at Ning Yu's back, completely confused. Recently, everyone came to tell him that Jing Sui was sincere, told him not to believe Carlos, and asked him to return to His Majesty's side. Didn't persuade him, and told him not to continue to like Jing Sui, it's just a mudslide... No, it's Qingliu!

Eh, wait! ! !

Ji Ling's eyes suddenly lit up. Could it be that Ning Yu was really interested in Jing Sui? So I told myself not to like Jing Sui?

Otherwise, what reason is there to explain that he wants to talk to himself like this?

During this period of time, I was really dizzy, and I thought that Ning Yu was also here to persuade him. You must know that Ning Yu and him are destined rivals in love! How can a rival in love come to persuade him, that's crazy, right?

Although Ning Yu had distanced himself from Jing Sui on the Internet before, that doesn't mean that Ning Yu doesn't like Jing Sui anymore! Maybe Ning Yu likes Jing Sui, but his arrogant personality doesn't allow him to show it, so just now he ran on him with such a cold attitude, and didn't persuade himself to gloat at the misfortune at all.

Is there still a little hope for the plot of this world?

Ji Ling was so excited that it was like a shot in the arm - Ning Yu actually likes Jing Sui! This is the only good news for a while! Sure enough, you are the most reliable good brother! As long as you don't persuade me to go with Jing Sui, we can still be friends!

When he returned, he was inexplicably much better.

Carlos was still there waiting for him.

The man's mature and elegant face looked deep and gentle in the dim yellow light, and it was always that calm look that would never change, making it impossible to see through his mind.

Ji Ling was about to say that he was going home, when he saw Carlos staring at him tenderly, and the corners of his lips twitched: "I asked you out today, but I actually wanted to tell you something."

Ji Ling was stunned and said, "What's the matter?"

Carlos smiled, and his voice was low and sweet: "I want to give you a grand engagement ceremony to let everyone know how much I care about you."

Ji Ling almost froze when he heard it. He felt aggrieved and asked everyone to make a show and agree to the engagement. Now he wants to let Ji Zhinan and the man participate in a grand engagement ceremony! It's too embarrassing to be watched by everyone, Carlos must be dismissed!

Ji Ling said stiffly: "No need, it's just a fake marriage anyway, why do you need such a ceremony?"

But this time, Carlos did not follow him and agreed to him, but bent down and stared into his eyes. In those deep brown eyes, darkness and complexity were intertwined with worries and concerns, and he said slowly: "That said, how can I I'm willing to wrong you, let people criticize me for not being sincere to you, and I don't even want to give you a mere engagement ceremony? What's more..."

Ji Ling still wanted to refuse, but Carlos suddenly raised his finger, pressed it lightly on his lips, and said, "If you don't do this, Your Majesty will definitely see that we are just playing on the scene, and he still won't let you go. ……do you understand?"