Lu Yu: “Sister Xueqi, you’re still so young—don’t be so quick to see through the mortal world. In truth, there are still many outstanding men out there. For example—me! Sister Xueqi, won’t you consider me?”
Huang Rong: “Lu Yu, what are you talking about? We don’t even know what you look like—how could anyone consider you? Who knows, maybe you’re like Xiong Ba—just another scumbag!”
Lu Yu: “How could that be! I am a man of honor—deeply devoted in love!”
Xiao Yan: “I don’t buy it! From my experience reading novels, we transmigrators who end up in another world almost always have several beautiful soulmates. How could you possibly be devoted to just one?”
Lu Yu: “Xiao Yan, I’m not the same as you! In your original timeline, you already had two wives and countless romantic interests—you’re the definition of a scumbag!”
Huang Rong: “Definitely a scumbag!”
Lu Xueqi: “Scumbag!”
At that moment, Lu Xueqi gazed at the live broadcast showing Xiao Yan and Xiao Xun’er, her heart filled with envy.
If she still retained her male body from her past life, she would surely have been moved by a peerless beauty like Xiao Xun’er.
But now, as a woman, she could only harbor silent envy. Given her current situation, even if she admired such a beauty, she was powerless to act on it.
Moreover, Lu Xueqi’s own appearance was exceedingly stunning.
Compared to Xun’er at the moment, both had their unique charm, and Lu Xueqi even felt she had the edge.
However, that was merely her own opinion—she hadn’t heard any verdict from others.
After being mocked in the group chat, Xiao Yan quickly shifted his gaze away from the chat window.
Just then, Xun’er looked at him and asked,
“Brother Xiao Yan, do you know who those people are? What did they come here for?”
Xiao Yan glanced at her and replied helplessly.
“If I’m not mistaken, they’re from the Yunlan Sect. That girl should be Nalan Yanran—the one I’m betrothed to. They must be here to break off the engagement.”
Xun’er was visibly shocked.
In her understanding, Xiao Yan had never left Wu Tan City. He shouldn’t have had any idea about these visitors.
Yet now, not only had he correctly identified them, he had also guessed their purpose.
Soon after, Ge Ye began conversing with Xiao Zhan.
The girl behind him seemed somewhat impatient. She tugged lightly at Ge Ye’s sleeve, signaling him to bring up the annulment quickly.
Ge Ye sighed inwardly and nodded—somewhat helplessly. He didn’t want to be involved in this matter, but Nalan Yanran was the young sect master of Yunlan Sect.
He had no choice but to speak.
“Clan Leader Xiao, do you recognize the young lady beside me?”
Hearing this, Xiao Zhan looked toward the girl behind Ge Ye.
She was dressed in the custom-made uniform of Yunlan Sect, tall and graceful, her beauty remarkable. Though slightly less dazzling than Xun’er, she still stood out among the many young women of the Xiao family.
After a moment of contemplation, Xiao Zhan shook his head.
“Forgive my poor eyesight. I do not recognize this young lady. May I ask who she is?”
Ge Ye stood up and introduced her.
“Clan Leader Xiao, this is Nalan Yanran, daughter of Nalan Su, and the young clan leader of the Nalan family in the imperial capital.”
Upon hearing this, a flicker of realization flashed across Xiao Zhan’s face. He rose in surprise.
“So it’s niece Nalan! Forgive me for not recognizing you earlier.”
Nalan Yanran frowned slightly at Xiao Zhan’s delighted expression, but still politely responded.
“Uncle Xiao, you’re too kind. It was presumptuous of me to visit without notice. Please forgive me.”
Xiao Zhan waved his hand, his gaze warm as he looked at her.
After all, she was betrothed to Xiao Yan and could very well become his daughter-in-law one day.
Nalan Yanran felt somewhat uncomfortable under Xiao Zhan’s eager gaze. She looked toward Xiao Yan, who was still chatting with Xun’er. A flash of determination crossed her eyes, and she urged Ge Ye to bring up the annulment.
Ge Ye looked a bit awkward. After all, annulling an engagement in public was rather rude.
When he arrived today, he hadn’t expected Xiao Zhan to summon the entire clan.
He had intended to discuss the matter privately.
But with Nalan Yanran pressing him, Ge Ye finally prepared to speak...
At this moment, Xiao Yan suddenly stood up and walked to the center of the hall, raising his voice.
“Father!”
Xiao Zhan looked at him with some confusion.
“Yan’er, why are you stepping forward now? Is something the matter?”
Xiao Yan looked at him and asked,
“Father, I heard that I have an engagement with Nalan Yanran of the Nalan family—is that true?”
Xiao Zhan was taken aback. He had never mentioned this matter to Xiao Yan and had no idea how his son found out.
But since Xiao Yan had asked, he didn’t hide it.
“That’s right. Your grandfather and Master Nalan Jie of the Nalan family were lifelong friends. Before either of you were born, they arranged this engagement for you two. Why—do you wish to speak with Niece Nalan now?”
Xiao Yan quickly shook his head.
“Father, I don’t agree with this marriage. Today, I’d like to ask you to cancel it for me.”
Xiao Zhan stared at Xiao Yan, dumbfounded, his voice tinged with disbelief.
“Yan’er, what nonsense are you speaking! Niece Nalan came to the Xiao family today as a guest, and instead of treating her well, you’re talking about breaking off the engagement? This is outrageous!”
Nalan Yanran was equally stunned.
She had clearly come today to annul the engagement—how had it ended up feeling like she was the one being dumped? She was momentarily at a loss.
Meanwhile, in the group chat.
Lu Yu: “Hahaha, look at Nalan Yanran’s expression—absolutely stunned!”
Xiong Ba: “No kidding. She came to break off the engagement, and now it feels like she’s the one getting dumped. Who wouldn’t be shocked?”
Xiao Yan: “Wasn’t that move slick?”
Huang Rong: “666, Xiao Yan, you’re impressive!”
Lu Xueqi: “Agreed—what a brilliant move!”
Just then, Nalan Yanran snapped back to her senses. Her face flushed with anger as she roared,
“Xiao Yan, how dare you annul my engagement?! You worthless trash—how dare you!”
Xiao Yan replied coldly,
“Nalan Yanran, while I know I’m quite handsome, the truth is, we’re simply not suited for each other. Let’s call off this engagement.”
Nalan Yanran grew even more furious.
“If the engagement is to be annulled, it should be my decision! You’re a good-for-nothing who’s about to come of age yet still stuck at only the third stage of Dou Qi—where do you get the nerve to reject me?!”
Xiao Yan stared her down, his voice resolute.
“Miss Yanran, even if I’m weak now, I truly don’t care for you. Besides, I already have someone I like. This engagement must be broken.”
Hearing him say it again, and recalling Xiao Yan’s earlier interaction with that stunning beauty of the Xiao family, Nalan Yanran instantly realized what was going on.
Her fury exploded in an instant. With a “shua,” she drew the sword at her waist and shouted in a sharp voice.
“Xiao Yan! You dare annul my engagement—I’ll kill you!”
Before her words even faded, her figure moved like a blur, sword slashing straight toward Xiao Yan.
Xiao Zhan’s expression changed drastically as he shouted,
“Yan’er, watch out!”