strictlysupreme Chapter 216 Escape from Marriage
Chapter 216 Escape from Marriage
Chapter 216 Escape from Marriage
These are treasures of divine weaponry level, extremely rare in the world, second only to the ten peerless divine weapons left over from ancient times. They represent the pinnacle of treasures that humankind has been able to create since the era of ancient mythology.
Even the Sea-Stabilizing Pearls, if all twenty-four were complete, would be no weaker than the Ten Great Divine Weapons. But even a single one would struggle to even make it into the ranks of the most powerful divine weapons.
Emperor Liu Xun of Han unexpectedly presented Princess Pingyang with a divine weapon-level treasure as part of her dowry, something no one had anticipated. The value and power of such a treasure were certainly no less than that of a single Sea-Stabilizing Pearl.
Not to mention, this prince consort of the Northern Han Dynasty even has the opportunity to learn the Dragon-Slaying Technique, a secret technique passed down by the Liu royal family. This Dragon-Slaying Technique is the very foundation upon which the Liu royal family secures its survival.
The reason why Liu Buhui was so powerful before, even able to split a river of thunder with a single sword strike, was because he cultivated the Dragon Slaying Technique.
The Northern Han Liu family's Dragon-Slaying Technique has always been a closely guarded secret, yet now it's being passed on to someone outside the Liu family. One wonders what Emperor Liu Xun of Han is really up to, and why he's willing to invest so much.
Not only did they bring out a divine weapon, but they even brought out the Liu family's secret Dragon-Slaying Technique.
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"Congratulations, congratulations." Xue Bahuang said to Lin Fei with a smile, "Looks like you've really struck gold this time!"
"It seems the Liu family has really gone all out this time," Xiang Boyue said thoughtfully. "Brother, it looks like you won't lose out!"
Even Li Longqian, who seemed to appear out of nowhere, said to Lin Fei in a manner contrary to his usual self, "Brother, congratulations. It seems I don't need to wait for you to return together. You can stay in Northern Han and enjoy yourself!"
He wasn't happy for Lin Fei, but for himself. Since Lin Fei had become the prince consort of Northern Han, he would definitely stay there for a while, giving him more time to maneuver after returning to Southern Tang earlier.
Moreover, the Northern Han and Southern Tang have never been on good terms. If Lin Fei becomes the son-in-law of the Northern Han, Li Yu will probably have more concerns if he wants to pass the throne to Lin Fei.
But whether they were genuinely concerned for Lin Fei or were just feigning concern to mock him, Lin Fei had no time to pay them any attention.
Right now, Lin Fei is completely bewildered.
Lin Fei's memory of what happened next was not very clear. He only remembered that he was confused when Liu Xun sent someone to take him to a mansion.
Even now, Lin Fei is still somewhat in a daze.
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"Why did I have to go and participate in that Dragon Soul Stone Carving trial?" Lin Fei was now filled with regret and wished he could slap himself.
This time, I really shot myself in the foot. I never expected that a test of the Dragon Soul Stone Carving would actually cost me my life.
From beginning to end, he had absolutely no intention of becoming the son-in-law of the Northern Han Kingdom.
At this moment, Lin Fei felt a surge of restlessness. To make matters worse, Liu Xun had announced the result in front of so many people. If Lin Fei were to back out, not only would the Liu family of Northern Han lose face, but his own status could also potentially affect relations between Southern Tang and Northern Han.
If the two countries go to war because of me, I'll lose not only the title of imperial son-in-law, but also the position of crown prince of the Southern Tang Dynasty.
No wonder Li Longqian was laughing so happily before, he was even happier than if he had become the emperor's son-in-law himself.
"Calm down, calm down. No matter what, I can't be the prince consort," Lin Fei thought to himself.
Although he received a divine weapon as part of his dowry, and there was a greater chance he could learn the Liu family's supreme Dragon-Slaying Technique, the position of imperial consort would definitely be more of a disadvantage than a advantage for Lin Fei.
More importantly, there was absolutely no affection between him and Princess Pingyang. Lin Fei didn't want to be trapped in the Northern Han Kingdom, and he certainly didn't want to ruin a woman's life because of him.
Lin Fei sat down cross-legged, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down.
A large amount of spiritual energy from heaven and earth surged into Lin Fei's body. He began to circulate the spiritual energy within his body according to the mental techniques of the Vajra Indestructible Divine Art. He tried his best to immerse all his thoughts in cultivation and stop having random thoughts.
Host: Lin Fei
Realm: Fifth Stage of the Acupoint Realm
Martial Arts: Great Nine Heavens Palm Level 10 (Current martial arts power 85), Feather Robe Sword Stance Level 10 (Currently learned Feather Robe Sword Stance Mind Cultivation Sword Stance, martial arts power 432), Blood Killing Blade Technique (Current martial arts power 760) (Note: Due to the large number of martial arts the host is practicing, the character attribute interface only displays the three most powerful martial arts. Please click to view for details)
Specialized Martial Art: Feather Robe Sword Stance (Specialized Martial Art power bonus 0.2)
Cultivation Technique: Indestructible Vajra Divine Art, Fourth Level (Cultivation Speed 23, Special Attribute 1 - Golden Bell Body: Completely immune to attacks from weapons below the Thousand Hammer Treasure level; a certain probability of complete immunity to three attacks from the opponent; for enemies whose cultivation level is no more than three levels below the host's, the attack power will be reduced by 30%. Special Attribute 2 - Undying Golden Soul: Reduces the power of the Dharma Aspect of enemies at the first level of Dharma Aspect by 15%, and the power of the Dharma Aspect of enemies at the second level of Dharma Aspect by 10%; increases resistance to the Primordial Spirit Domain by 5%.)
Exclusive Title: Martial Arts Prodigy (Note: A genius in martial arts cultivation, greatly increasing the chance of breakthroughs in martial arts, doubling experience growth when cultivating martial arts, and having a certain chance to improve specialized martial arts.)
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After the spiritual energy circulated through Lin Fei's body for a full cycle, Lin Fei felt much more at ease—this Buddhist martial art truly had the effect of calming the mind.
Lin Fei suddenly opened his eyes, his mind already made up—no matter what, he absolutely could not become the son-in-law of the Northern Han Kingdom.
However, escaping the marriage is not a solution either. Liu Xun announced the choice of the prince consort in front of all the young masters in the land. If he were to run away like this, the Northern Han might launch an attack on the Southern Tang. It's not impossible that the two countries would eventually go to war.
Just as Lin Fei was pondering a solution, there was a knock on the door, and a voice outside said, "Your Highness, the princess has come to see you!"
It was already nightfall when Princess Pingyang arrived at the residence Liu Xun had prepared for Lin Fei. The meaning behind this was self-evident.
If Princess Pingyang hadn't already been interested in Lin Fei, she would never have come to visit him so late at night.
As the saying goes, it is hardest to accept the kindness of a beautiful woman. Lin Fei, who had already made up his mind to run away from the wedding, felt a bitter taste in his mouth and did not know how to respond for a moment.