Li Rui was not worried that a blunt refusal would bring trouble. He had already understood the current awkward situation of the imperial family beforehand.

  The once prosperous empire has declined, and the royal family has not produced an eternal golden generation for two consecutive generations. With only the name of justice, it can no longer suppress the lords in various places. Especially in the southern border cities, they are on the verge of openly declaring rebellion.

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  Sardin Master was slightly impatient. He didn't mind Mere's choice, but what about this man? This is an opportunity to serve the 'Chosen One', and he refused just like that!?

  The sacred bloodline must be controlled in the hands of the sect, he opened his mouth and drank: "Young people don't know what's good for them. Her Highness Elisa is a 15-year-old Silver of Order! And also the future emperor! You should feel honored to serve her!"

  Sardinia pointed out the great benefits of being a servant husband, and also brought about the natural oppression of higher life, but the lady's presence only had a slight effect.

  Li Rui was shocked to look at E Nai: At the age of 15, she has grown up like this! In fact, I don't strongly oppose this kind of beautiful girl borrowing my seed, but with my mother-in-law and little daughter-in-law watching from the side, how can I openly agree?! These people really don't know how to do things, what are you shouting about? Come secretly!

  "Sorry, I'm just not interested."

  Having lived together for a long time, Mere could easily distinguish the subtle expressions on his partner's face. He gave him a glance, and his eyes were full of the meaning 'wait till we get home'.

  Sardin didn't care about the idea of a copper rank, he looked at Xia Daiti: "Please give in, Your Majesty won't treat you unfairly! The imperial family needs sacred blood."

  Li Rui continued to complain in her heart: You're just coveting my body! And you still want to force a deal that can't be made!? Isn't this kind of thing about mutual consent?!

  Xia Dai Ti glanced at the dazzling golden prince and smiled: "One for one, he goes to be a servant, Lord Kail does my companion, how is it?"

  "This is the mother-in-law's tactic of advancing by retreating? It must be!"

  Xia Daiti's reputation isn't that great. The title of 'Perverted City Lord' is not only famous throughout the Western Border, but also in the Imperial Capital, thanks to the letter-writing advisor's propaganda. It has even reignited the 'Snake People Toy' craze once again.

  "Thank you for your kindness. Unfortunately, I have dedicated everything to the Empire and can no longer accommodate any personal desires."

  He seemed to be adjusting his state, obviously wanting to say something else, but was roughly interrupted by Elisa:

  "That's enough! A mere Copper Rank, even if I were to give up my life, it would be impossible for me to produce an heir. Don't waste any more time, quickly complete the task and return to the Imperial Capital."

  The voice is as cold and clear as his appearance, but with a hint of lightness and gentleness, like the sweet song of an oriole.

  She looked at Xia Daiti: "Lady, I will soon open the gate of Eternal Gold, looking forward to learning from your magical combat skills."

  "I am at your service at all times."

  A few forceful words from her ended all argument. Eliza rarely spoke, but everyone obeyed her commands. Even Sardinia stopped arguing and retreated back into the entourage.

  Haha, don't look down on people, I really know a 'special trick'.

  Mel surreptitiously rolled her eyes, and was instantly caught! Mel shot back a hateful glare, which meant "I'll squeeze you to death when we get home". The two of them could now exchange complex information with just their eyes, it was truly amazing.

  No one noticed the stiff smile on Kyle's face. Especially when Elisa said the words 'only a copper rank', the prince's expression was somewhat ferocious.

  Friendly negotiations concluded, Rui summarized at last:

  "Miss Shati is a loyal imperial lord and pillar of the Western Border. She will make great contributions in the past and future, I firmly believe this! Your Highnesses do not need to worry."

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  The dull and unappetizing welcome banquet began.

  Elisa did not attend, and everyone in Greenleaf City was greatly disappointed.

  Prince Keel is elegant and refined, socializing with ease everywhere he goes, his noble demeanor making him the center of attention, with everyone fawning over him. He seems to be savoring this feeling, wearing a genuine smile from ear to ear.

  However, no one in the high-rise buildings of Green Ridge dared to approach, and those who were forced to chat would hastily retreat after a perfunctory response.

  Li Rui understood that Xia Dai Ti let them watch the whole process, which meant to warn: all worldly phenomena are illusory, and transcendence is eternal!

  The awkward situation of the royal family now is that there are no Golden Rank Transcendents. They have only nominal divisions, weighing power everywhere, and even cooperating with heretics! It's like dancing on a tightrope, with a cliff thousands of feet below.

  He recalled a sentence his mother-in-law had said when he first met her: "Losing power is equivalent to losing everything."

  Elisa must be under a lot of pressure. She's the only hope now, to promote to Golden Rank and continue the royal lineage. If she fails, her fate will be miserable, becoming a breeding machine.

  Li Rui remembered another phrase his mother-in-law had said: "Enjoy the medicine every day." A chill ran down his spine, and he made up his mind to rush to the Silver Stage as soon as possible. He was afraid that if he didn't even dare to go out, he would be caught and taken away, haha.

  Just as everyone was enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, the lights suddenly dimmed. Everyone was stunned - it wasn't even time for the lanterns to be extinguished yet!?! Everyone rushed outside in a hurry.

  The sun was unusually dim, changing from a brilliant white to an orange-red color, like the sunset on a blue star.

  Rats, lizards and other animals poured into the streets in a frenzy; birds and pterosaurs took to the skies in alarm, flying wildly in all directions like headless flies; war pets shivered with fear, restlessly pacing back and forth, refusing to be calmed by their owners.

  Before long, the rhombus day began to flicker on and off, like a light bulb that was about to burn out. At this point, even the most obtuse person realized that something was wrong!

  Commoners thought disaster was approaching, fleeing in terror and screaming; the extraordinary ones were flustered and at a loss, bewildered and unsure what to do.

  Lady Xia appeared, calm and composed, raised her hand to burst the air with a loud noise, ordering not to panic and remain calm; at the same time, she dispatched the guards to patrol the city, suppressing any unrest. The crowd calmed down, each returned to their duties, and dispersed in all directions.

  The situation lasted for nearly 20 minutes, and then the lights flickered back on, returning to normal.

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  Everywhere was in a mess, Xia Dai arrived in front of Li Rui with a rare serious face:

  "Young man, no matter what secrets or strange objects you have, don't slack off, stake your life on it and boost your strength to the limit! Something's gone wrong with Rhongomyniad!"