Douluo Continent: After their charm was maxed out, they became simps.

Chapter 79 I'm really not a scumbag!

Emperor Xueye was startled when he heard Xue Qinghe's words.

Unexpectedly, the person in front of me was actually Young Master Xia.

That peerless genius who reached the Soul Saint level at a young age and possessed two Soul Rings of 10 each.

"Young Master Xia, it's been a long time." Ning Fengzhi, who was standing next to Xia Bai, also greeted him with a smile.

"Haha, so you're Young Master Xia! I didn't expect Ke'er to know you." Emperor Xueye said with a smile.

This person has extraordinary potential, and he already harbored the intention of bringing him to the Heaven Dou Empire.

Now Xue Ke has actually met Xia Bai, and it seems their relationship is quite unusual.

"It's a lucky coincidence that we met," Xia Bai said softly.

"Haha, it is fate that we met. I think it would be better to betroth Ke to you." Emperor Xueye's smile was overflowing, and his narrowed eyes shone with wisdom.

If you want to win over Xia Bai, then betrothing the princess to him is the best way.

Emperor Xueye's proposal was like a bombshell, instantly causing a huge uproar in the banquet hall. All the noise and conversation came to an abrupt halt, and an almost suffocating silence filled the air.

Everyone held their breath, staring in disbelief at the imperial emperor, as if they couldn't believe their ears.

"Wh...what!"

Xue Beng looked incredulous. He couldn't understand why his father would betroth Xue Ke to a commoner!

Moreover, judging from the father's attitude, he seems to think highly of Xia Bai!

"Damn it!" Xue Beng's face was extremely ugly.

If Xia Bai becomes the son-in-law of the Heaven Dou Empire, then he can be considered half a member of the royal family.

Moreover, he is on the side of Crown Prince Xue Qinghe!

Then the chances of him rising to a higher position are almost negligible.

Xue Qinghe, who was standing nearby, was also stunned when he heard what Emperor Xueye said.

She never expected that Emperor Xueye would have such a big appetite, actually wanting to win over Young Master Xia to the Heavenly Dou Empire through a marriage alliance.

Of all these reactions, the most noteworthy was Xue Ke herself.

A faint blush rose to her cheeks, and her eyes flickered as if she were trying to process the sudden news.

Although she had a great fondness for Xia Bai, she was extremely embarrassed by her father's quick decision.

She hasn't even had a proper chance to get to know Young Master Xia yet!

The most bewildered person was undoubtedly Xia Bai himself.

He was just an ordinary person who came to attend the banquet, so how did he suddenly get Princess Xueke to marry him?

What's going on lately?!

Why do people always seem to be betrothing their daughters or granddaughters to me?

Emperor Xueye raised an eyebrow when he saw Xia Bai remain silent for a long time.

"What? You don't want to?"

Upon hearing Emperor Xueye's words, Xia Bai slowly came to his senses and shook his head.

"I'm sorry, Emperor Xueye, Princess Xueke and I have only met a few times by chance. We're not at the point of discussing marriage yet!"

Xia Bai's words surprised everyone present once again.

Good heavens, you don't want any of this immense wealth?!

This is the only princess of the Heaven Dou Empire, the apple of Emperor Xue Ye's eye.

Marrying Princess Xueke means a lifetime of wealth and honor!

It's a free meal that so many people would love but can't afford!

Xia Bai actually refused!

This... really left them wondering whether to call Xia Bai stupid, or just plain stupid.

Hearing Xia Bai refuse Emperor Xue Ye, Xue Qinghe and Dugu Yan, who were standing nearby, both breathed a heavy sigh of relief.

Fortunately, Young Master Xia did not agree, otherwise, she would have been forced to become his secret lover.

Emperor Xueye was also stunned; he hadn't expected anyone to refuse such immense wealth.

If it were any ordinary person who dared to refuse him, the Great Emperor Xueye, he would have already ordered them to be torn apart by five horses. But since this person in front of him is Young Master Xia, then things are different.

"Haha, it seems I was too hasty." Emperor Xueye laughed a few times and then turned and left.

Ning Fengzhi smiled, waved to Xia Bai, and then turned and left.

Xue Qinghe glared at Xia Bai, then followed behind Emperor Xue Ye.

After they left, Xia Bai sighed helplessly.

My irresistible charm is just too good to be true!

He turned his head and saw that Xue Ke next to him had suddenly started crying for some reason.

"Uh, sorry." Xia Bai scratched his head awkwardly.

I accidentally made her cry.

"No...I...I'm fine," Xue Ke said, wiping away tears from the corners of her eyes.

Hearing Xia Bai refuse her father's request, Xue Ke felt as if she had been stabbed in the heart, and she was very upset.

"What...what's your real name?" Xue Ke wiped away her tears and looked at Xia Bai, asking.

She still doesn't know Xia Bai's real name, where he comes from, or why he's here.

"Xia Bai," Xia Bai said softly.

"You...you tell me everything," Xueke said, pouting.

"And... why did you refuse Father's request? Do you look down on me?" Xue Ke looked at Xia Bai with a serious expression.

"Um." Xia Bai thought for a moment and told Xue Ke about his situation.

"You are wonderful, very beautiful, and have a gentle personality."

Xue Ke's face flushed slightly at Xia Bai's praise. Her fingertips nervously rubbed the hem of her skirt, her voice barely audible.

"Then why did you refuse your father?"

When Xia Bai heard what Xue Ke said, he did not answer her immediately. Instead, he slowly stretched out his arms and gently embraced Xue Ke. The warmth was transmitted to her heart through the clothes.

"Xue Ke".

"Your father's idea is nothing more than to tie me to the political chessboard of the Heaven Dou Empire and make me an important pawn in his hands."

"This is not love, nor is it what marriage should be like," Xia Bai continued, her tone resolute and unwavering. "It should be the natural attraction between two hearts, not a bondage driven by self-interest."

Xueke's heart raced from the sudden hug, and the heat on her cheeks was almost enough to scald the dust in the air.

But at that moment, all her shyness and unease were melted away by the sincerity in Xia Bai's words.

She raised her hands and wrapped them around Xia Bai's waist, nestling her petite body completely in his embrace, feeling the warmth and strength emanating from his chest.

"Oh, I see! So, does that mean you like me too?" Xue Ke raised her head and looked at Xia Bai with anticipation.

"Of course." Xia Bai reached out and gently rubbed Xue Ke's little head.

Upon hearing Xia Bai's answer, Xue Ke's face lit up with joy, and she buried her face in Xia Bai's arms.

Xia Bai breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this.

Xue Ke is so naive!

If he really becomes the prince consort of the Heavenly Dou Empire, how will he ever be able to pick up girls?

He's not a jerk, he just wants to give every girl a home.

(End of this chapter)