A vicious female is trapped in a beastly hell.

Chapter 296 Choice
Meanwhile, Shen Qingli was happily preparing for the wedding when suddenly a beastman sent word that the head of the clan needed to see her in person.

Shen Qingli smiled gently, looking even more content and pleased with herself.

When Yunhong learned that the two were going to have a belated wedding, he called her over alone at this crucial moment, which meant he definitely wanted to discuss the wedding arrangements and might even secretly give her some nice things.

She specially changed into an elegant and luxurious dress, and after dressing up properly, she met with the head of the Yun family.

But when she arrived at the destination, she felt that the atmosphere was a bit off.

Yun Hong, the head of the Yun family, sat on a high seat, his face inexplicably stern and gloomy. Two rows of guards stood on either side of him, and even the door was heavily guarded. This did not look like the setup for welcoming people!
Shen Qingli felt a sense of unease, and a feeling of inexplicable tension rose within her. She forced a smile and asked, "Father, what is it that you called me over?"

Upon hearing the word "father," Yun Hong frowned almost imperceptibly and said coldly, "This old man cannot bear the title of 'father' from Princess Qingli."

Shen Qingli was stunned, not understanding what she meant. In the past, when she said this, Yun Hong would always smile and appear extremely loving.

Why do you seem like a completely different person today?

She asked nervously, "Is Father in a bad mood today?"

"Hmph, I heard you're planning to have a belated wedding!"

Yun Hong gripped the handle tightly, almost crushing it, and coldly rebuked, "The empire has just emerged from war and is in dire need of manpower and money. Yet you are in a hurry to hold a wedding, wasting resources and causing hardship to the people. If word gets out, what will the people of the empire think of our Yun family?"

Shen Qingli heard the sarcasm in the old patriarch's words. She clenched her fists, feeling resentful, and retorted, "If we were really short of manpower and money, where would we get the money to hold a coronation ceremony? Besides, I'm just having a wedding ceremony, and the money spent is just a drop in the ocean compared to what I deserve. Why are you criticizing me?"

"You..." Yun Hong was so angry that he glared and his beard bristled. He never expected Shen Qingli to say such absurd things. He was even more disappointed in her and became more determined to break them up.

The future head of the Yun family absolutely cannot marry such an inconsiderate woman!
Shen Qingli realized that what she had just said was a bit too much. After all, this old man was still the current head of the Yun family. If she angered him, her future would be bleak.

So she quickly resumed her gentle and respectful demeanor, reasoning with him and appealing to his emotions, "Father, I love Yunhan very much and value his marriage very much. It's a pity that our marriage was interrupted halfway, which is a great regret in my heart. That's why I want to hold it as soon as possible... If Father feels that the time is too rushed, the date can be postponed."

Yun Hong snorted coldly, "I don't think there's any need for this wedding to take place!"

She was stunned. "What do you mean by that, Father?!"

Yun Hong looked at him coldly, his voice ruthless, "Your Highness Qingli, you are well aware of the current situation. His Highness Shen Tang has become the heir to the empire, while my Yun family has been loyal to only one monarch for generations... If I remember correctly, you and Yun Han have not yet been officially married. I think this wedding should be canceled!"

Shen Qingli stood there stunned, unable to recover for a long time.

Yun Hong said coldly, "Princess Qingli still doesn't understand, then I'll be more explicit. I want Your Highness to annul the Yun family's engagement!"

Shen Qingli trembled with anger and coldness, "Yun Han and I have already consummated our marriage, how can we just separate like that!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Hong's brows furrowed. The Yun family had strict rules, and marital relations could only be performed after marriage. This unfilial son was a disgrace to him, unable to even control himself in such a matter!

But it's inevitable; what's done is done, and it's too late to say anything now.

Yun Hong closed his eyes and rubbed his temples. When he opened his eyes again, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

He turned his head to look at the guards beside him, waved his hand, and they nodded in obedience, closing the doors and windows and surrounding the room.

Shen Qingli was startled by this sudden turn of events. Her face turned pale, and she stammered, "What are you trying to do?"

Yun Hong glanced down at her, his voice booming, yet carrying a hint of threat, "As long as Your Highness doesn't say anything, no one will know." Shen Qingli's beautiful eyes widened in astonishment, finally realizing what he meant, "You...you're trying to threaten me?!"

Yun Hong sneered inwardly. Did she really not know her own worth? How dare she question him?

Now that Shen Qingli has lost her position as the heir to the empire, she is nothing more than an ordinary prince or princess. No matter how noble her status is, she is just a figurehead without any real power and has no right to challenge the Yun family!
"Don't worry, I have no ill intentions towards the princess." Yun Hong stood up, put his hands behind his back, and walked off the stage.

Although he has lost his superpowers, he has held a high position for many years and his authority remains undiminished. His imposing presence is awe-inspiring and can instill fear in people.

Yun Hong walked up to Shen Qingli and said, word by word, "Your Highness should know that your status is no longer what it used to be. Please, do not make things difficult for me!"

"I know this matter has put the princess in a difficult position. Whatever compensation Your Highness desires, our Yun family will do our best to provide it!"

"Your Highness need not worry about damaging your reputation; the Yun family will bear the burden of any bad reputation."

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Meanwhile, Yun Han wanted to discuss matters related to the wedding with Shen Qingli, but couldn't find her.

After asking his subordinates, he learned that his father had called her away alone.

strangeness.

What did the father call Qingli to do alone?
Why didn't you tell him about this?
Yun Han suddenly felt a sense of foreboding and rushed over.

Upon arriving, he discovered that the room was surrounded by people, which intensified his sense of unease, and he was eager to rush in.

The guard stopped him, saying with difficulty, "Young Master, you can't go in now. The Patriarch said you can't go in!"

"Why did he call Qingli back alone? I am the young master of the Yun family. Is there anything I cannot know?"

Yun Han's forehead veins bulged, and his powerful ninth-level aura swept out, shoving the guard aside and kicking the door open.

He strode forward and shouted angrily, "Father, what do you want to do?"

When Yun Hong saw Yun Han barge in, a look of exasperation flashed in his eyes. He scoffed coldly, then slammed his sleeve and sat back down on the stage. "It's good that you're here. Perfect timing. I'll explain this matter to you both!"

His authoritative voice was not to be trifled with.

"I want both of you to annul your engagements!"

Yun Han stood there stunned, unable to recover for a long time. Shen Qingli grabbed his arm with red eyes and said aggrievedly, "Brother Yun Han, we're already together, you can't break off our engagement!"

Yun Hong was furious. He slammed his fist into the handle and said coldly, "Han'er! It was my oversight to let you marry her back then. You were too young and made the decision too early! Now it seems that the decision back then was a huge mistake!"

"Not to mention, the Yun family's heirloom hasn't been given away yet, so you and Shen Qingli aren't officially married yet, and you still have the right to annul the engagement! Once you're truly married, it's a lifelong commitment, and it can never be changed!"

"You must remember, you are the young master of the Yun family, the future heir of the Yun family. You cannot afford to make any mistakes in your life. Your marriage is even more important, as it concerns the fate of the family. Romantic feelings are all external things..."

"I believe you know what to do without me having to say more!"

(End of this chapter)