Chapter 221 – Do you want Old Lin to be the prince consort?

Chapter 221 – Do you want Old Lin to be the prince consort?

Faced with Ren Lan's futile attempt to help, Lin Jichen quickly tried to dissuade her.

"Don't come over. It won't help if anyone tries to assist me. You go do your own thing; I'll be fine."

"Really?" Ren Lan was skeptical.

"Even if it's not true, you coming to help would be pointless, silly girl," Lin Jichen retorted irritably.

"Alright, I hope you can hold on. I'll support you mentally. If it really doesn't work out, just give them the item. It's better than dying and losing experience," Ren Lan advised.

Lin Jichen had the same thought.

If he truly couldn't protect this Secret Technique, he would hand it over immediately.

Compared to a Heavenly Grade skill, his life was obviously more important.

Dying once wasn't just about losing some experience.

At this moment, Lin Jichen couldn't move.

After obtaining this Heavenly Grade jade slip, Ji Hongyue's gaze towards him changed, filled with unwillingness, regret, and a hint of malice.

The other sect leaders and disciples, seeing Lin Jichen's incredible luck, also had complex expressions.

However, these big figures had seen much of the world. Coming from major sects, how could they not have Heavenly Grade treasures, or even higher ones?

Moreover, players didn't need to worry about Lin Jichen's identity, but NPCs had to.

Offending the Tianyan Sword Sect for a Heavenly Grade Secret Technique, especially Leng Feiyan's direct disciple, would have dire consequences, as Tianyin Temple had already demonstrated.

Thinking about Leng Feiyan's terrifying cultivation and strength, and her extremely protective nature, everyone dismissed any bad thoughts.

They were just a bit jealous of Lin Jichen's luck, stumbling upon a Heavenly Grade Secret Technique. This guy really had a stroke of luck.

Since the birthday banquet was over and the Secret Techniques had been distributed, everyone bid farewell to Ji Hongyue and returned to their respective sects.

Ji Hongyue smiled as he saw them off.

Just as Lin Jichen was about to leave, Ji Hongyue called out to him.

"Young Hero Lin, no need to rush off. I still want to chat with you."

Ignoring Lin Jichen's resistance, Ji Hongyue grabbed his arm with a smile and led him back.

"No," Lin Jichen instinctively shook his head.

The Empress's smile deepened, getting straight to the point.

"Then, what do you think of my daughter, Tongyin? You two know each other, and you even saved her. You should remember, right?"

Lin Jichen: "....."

What the heck!

What does this mean? Are they trying to make me a prince consort?

Ji Tongyin clearly didn't expect this to be real, and that her mother had already chosen a suitor for her.

Her face turned bright red as she said to the Empress, "Mother, how can you make such a hasty decision for your daughter?"

Beside her, Linglong wanted to speak up for her sister but was silenced by a stern look from the Empress.

The Empress gave Lin Jichen an apologetic smile and said, "Young Hero Lin, please wait a moment. I need to have a word with my daughter."

Without waiting for Lin Jichen to respond, she pulled Ji Tongyin aside and began whispering.

The Empress calmly said to Ji Tongyin, "Marriage is determined by the parents and matchmakers. As a princess of the Hidden Dragon Royal Family, you should understand this. You have no choice in this matter."

"But..."

Seeing Ji Tongyin's aggrieved expression, the Empress softened and gently comforted her, "Tongyin, you must understand that even ordinary girls listen to their parents about marriage, let alone a royal princess. Political marriages and sacrifices are normal."

Ji Tongyin lowered her head, clearly knowing her mother was right, but it was hard to accept since it was her first time facing this.

The Empress continued to persuade, "Many sect leaders and other royal families have proposed marriage to your father, but we didn't agree. We seriously chose an outstanding match for you."

"Lin Jichen, as Sect Leader Leng's direct disciple, has a noble status and is likely to inherit her position. In terms of future status, you can't compare. Besides, Lin Jichen is exceptionally handsome."

"And he once saved you, proving there's a connection between you two. I can see you have feelings for him, don't you?"

"I... I... don't..."

Ji Tongyin stammered, her face as red as a cherry, stealing nervous glances at Lin Jichen.

Meanwhile, Lin Jichen was also dumbfounded, his mind blank.

Hey, Master? I might be becoming a prince consort...