Xiao Heng shook his head firmly: "No, I heard everything clearly, and I understand the sincerity of the Black Flower Village in wanting to serve the court, but as for bringing Miss Bai Xue back to the capital and marrying her, no."
Everyone was stunned.
An elder was the first to react: "Do you Han people care about three matchmakers and six betrothals, or family background? If that's the case, Your Highness doesn't have to worry. Just give her a title. We don't necessarily want her to be the principal wife."
The black grandma snorted and stared at Xiao Heng.
Xiao Heng still shook his head: "No, I mean, women don't have to be part of the deal. I don't accept it, and I don't agree to it. We can discuss other conditions. If you are not sure about my promise, I can follow the example of the natives of Kunming before and ask for a title for you in advance. You can nominate someone to inherit the title. But if you want me to take Miss Bai Xue as my concubine, I'm sorry I can't agree."
He answered so firmly that everyone was confused for a moment.
I thought of countless possibilities, but I never expected to be rejected on this point.
Moreover, Xiao Heng's refusal was so firm that he left no room for negotiation.
The elders were all very stunned and puzzled.
They had heard that the men of the Great Zhou, if they were rich, would have three wives and four concubines. The more women the better for them, the better. If that was the case, why was His Royal Highness the Grandson of the Emperor so different? He had already said that the only condition was to have a saint marry him, and he didn't even want the title of his wife.
What's wrong with that? Isn't it a good thing for them
Black Granny was obviously even more surprised. She glanced at Bai Xue who remained silent, and became angry: "What does your Highness mean by this? Do you think that the Saint of our Black Flower Village is not worthy of being your Highness's woman?!"
She had also heard that the people of the Great Zhou would look down on women of humble origins.
Bai Xue also looked at Xiao Heng. Her eyes were clear, showing some confusion but also some understanding.
Xiao Heng was not affected by the sarcasm of the black mother-in-law. He said softly, "No, it's just that I think that a woman doesn't have to pay for anything in the deal. Our cooperation can be completed without this condition. So there is no question of whether I like it or not. After all, I think that such a big thing as marriage should be a matter of mutual consent. You Miao people pay attention to the distinction between love and hate, and in fact, many of us Han people are the same."
Black Granny was a little shocked: "But I heard that you Han people who have a little power all have three wives and four concubines. You are the grandson of the emperor, are you not as good as those people?"
Xiao Heng laughed: "If mother-in-law wants to think so, it's fine."
Black Granny had a stern face. She simply couldn't understand this, but she was still very persistent: "However, one of our conditions is this. Your Highness, please think about it carefully! Our Great Witch can sacrifice his life for the Saint, and the people of our Black Flower Village are the same. As long as Your Highness agrees to marry the Saint, we will do our best to help Your Highness solve the problem of Lijiang Village. They are the biggest trouble."
Xiao Heng lowered his eyes, and no emotion could be seen in his eyes, but his tone was still calm and composed: "Sorry, if this is the condition, don't think about it, I can't agree to it. Mother-in-law and the elders can think about it again and give me an answer later."
He stood up and politely said goodbye.
From beginning to end, he never looked at Bai Xue.
Black Granny was furious. When Xiao Heng left, she couldn't help but slam the table heavily: "He really doesn't know what's good for him!"
The Miao village was willing to give up such a beautiful saint, but he actually looked down on her! He still had such an attitude!
It's really unreasonable!
The other elders were also puzzled: "It shouldn't be like this. I heard that they already have many wives and concubines. Besides, what man wouldn't be lustful?"
Even among the Miao people, there are many unfaithful people.
Why is this eldest grandson of the emperor so strange
Everyone's eyes turned to Bai Xue when they heard this.
Someone asked hesitantly, "Is it because he has never seen what Snow White looks like?"
This remark awakened everyone, and everyone looked at Bai Xue. They saw that she had her face covered, with only a pair of eyes and half of her straight nose exposed. They all suddenly realized something.
Yes, they were busy talking about how beautiful Bai Xue was, but how could Xiao Heng know? He had never seen Bai Xue's true face!
Black Granny was also a little stunned, and then she coughed: "Even if you can't see the whole face, can't you tell from the eyes that this is a good-looking one? What a fool!"
However, this explanation is still acceptable.
The black woman suppressed her anger and said, "Eden, go stop him and invite him back."
She had to get this done today.
Eaton quickly agreed, got up and ran away.
Bai Xue sighed. The elders were discussing heatedly, and they all seemed to believe that Xiao Heng had refused her just because he hadn't seen her face, but she knew in her heart that it was not the case.
How could someone who could say that be someone who judges people by their appearance
He simply didn't want to.
I am afraid that even if I were really a fairy from heaven, he would not agree.
"Grandma." She called softly, and stepped forward to lean on the black grandma's shoulder: "Forget it, even if they don't agree to this, they said they would help us ask the court for a title. If that's the case, then forget it."
The black woman was silent for a while, then she stroked her hair and sighed softly: "Silly child, it's not that easy. If not..."
She exhaled heavily and closed her mouth with a heavy heart.
Xiao Heng had already gone down the mountain with ten guards and went to Mr. Cui on the mountainside.
After hearing what happened, Mr. Cui felt it was a pity. In fact, this was not an excessive request. Regardless of the interests of the court, this deal would not be a loss for Xiao Heng, but Xiao Heng just didn't want to do it.
He was silent for a moment before he said, "In this case, we can only wait and see. But as His Highness said, this matter doesn't affect anything. If the Black Flower Village can't even figure this out, then they must not be very smart."
After a pause, Mr. Cui said, "Your Highness, please go down the mountain first. I will continue to stay here to recuperate. Firstly, it is to reassure them, and secondly, it is to leave some room for maneuver."
It can ease the relationship between the two sides.
Xiao Heng also knew that even if Heihua Village did not agree to this condition, they would not do anything to Mr. Cui. After thinking about it, he agreed and asked Mr. Cui to take good care of himself.