?


    Zheng Chenyi''s expression shifted as he absorbed the words being spoken to him.


    He couldn''t help but feel a sense of detachment from the outsider''s judgment. His interactions with the City Lord of Snow Territory were purely based on their mutual interests and held no relevance to anyone else. He was not obligated to exin himself or be interrogated in such a manner.


    However, a subtle difort washed over him as he was used of betraying trust. What was wrong with his actions? From his perspective, he wasn''t causing any real harm. The difort she would experience was temporary and non-fatal. There was nothing to be afraid of, and he could assure that much.


    In fact, he had grand ns for her once she became his wife. He intended to treat her with utmost care and affection, surpassing the treatment she had ever received from anyone else. He envisioned a future where she would be his queen.


    "So what if I did? What right do you have to question me? Who are you to her? You hold no closer connection to her than I do," Zheng Chenyi retorted defiantly.


    "…."


    "Furthermore, it''s clear that you have your own motives for her. I know all about your need for Golden Rolls. We each obtain what we desire by doing what we must. City Lord, what is your true purpose for being here? Speak inly, without beating around the bush."


    "…."


    "Piaomiao Pavilion and I have a cooperative rtionship. If you have a specific request, just state it," Zheng Chenyi responded with displeasure evident in his voice.


    He truly disliked the arrogant demeanor of the City Lord of Snow Territory. The way he spoke was infuriating.


    The City Lord scoffed, unable to contain his frustration. "You imbecile!"


    "…."


    "Do you really think you''ve aplished something by betraying her trust and causing her pain? Do you believe you''re so capable that both Piaomiao Pavilion and we are seeking your assistance?"


    "…."


    "Piaomiao Pavilion is manipting you. They are forcing you to offer up the Golden Rolls!"


    "…."


    "But you are all such fools!"


    "…."


    "Now, she will apany me to Snow Territory to retrieve the Fire Lotus, which can detoxify her," Ouyang Mingjing stated sharply, his gaze fixed on Zheng Chenyi.


    True.


    The foolish actions of Duke North inadvertently served Ouyang Mingjing''s ns, yet he remained displeased that his future wife had been entangled with such an indecent man.


    Driven by frustration, he allowed himself to release his anger, hoping it would bring him some semnce of satisfaction. However, true happiness continued to elude him, leaving a sense of suffocation in his heart.


    Yet, as he witnessed the expression of disbelief and misery on the face of the indecent man, a wave of relief washed over Ouyang Mingjing.


    "I am the City Lord of Snow Territory, and while I cannot act against individuals in the Saint Divine Land, know that if you continue to harm her, you will face dire consequences!" Ouyang Mingjing snapped, his voice dripping with warning.


    Having issued his caution, he turned his attention to Zheng Chenyi. "You would do well to remain in your ce and cease your hurtful actions. Otherwise, I will not hesitate to cross the boundary!"


    "…."


    "You are unworthy of Phoenix Girl. You simply do not measure up."