Chapter 16 Arrival at the Wedding!

- Remember when I said that people have endless potential? So, one of the obstacles to its discovery is internal demons. Fears, worries, bad conscience... and so on. All negative emotions become barriers to breakthroughs in improvement... And one of the most powerful barriers is the Knots of the Heart! The Knot of the Heart is an unresolved matter, something that does not allow you to let go of the past... Xiao Ning'er has been afraid of the Sacred Family since she was a little girl... All her fears and experiences are connected precisely with them! Therefore, I decided not to touch them, but to wait for her to finish with them herself.

If she herself confronts her fears and wins, the knot in her heart concerning the Sacred Family will be untied! And she will gain experience, confidence, overcome her fear, and her development will go much more smoothly - Xi Yu patiently explained, Ayane listened attentively. And although she mentally understood that this was for the benefit of Xiao Ning'er, the fact that she could not release her indignation infuriated her even more.

"How unpleasant this is... Pathetic insects dared to think about the woman His Highness chose, and I can't break their necks... So weak and so arrogant... - surprisingly for Xi Yu, she muttered with anger and Ayane's fury.

- Ahahaha... Since when did you accept Xiao Ning'er as my woman? "You despise little people," Xi Yu asked Ayane, laughing with a satisfied smile.

"I still despise them, but I have to admit, this child is much better than others... I did a little research and observed her. And even though she is trash in strength, her character and moral qualities are at their best," Ayane admitted, trying to hide her embarrassment.

"I'm glad to hear that, tomorrow at the wedding ceremony, they will pay for all their sins," Xi Yu said, looking forward to tomorrow and rejoicing at Ayane's words. He was pleased that Xiao Ning'er was able to gain approval from this incorrigible racist so quickly.

-... - Ayane hesitated.

- What's happened? Speak - Xi Yu was surprised by behavior that was not typical for Ayana.

- Mister... Why not go and sort things out right now? Why wait until Xiao Ning'er sinks into even greater despair? - Ayane asked uncertainly, knowing that her Young Master was very smart.

- Because there are things worse than Ayane's death... And do you know what it is? A life of shame! I won't let this matter be resolved just like that... I will make sure that their entire "Sacred Family" remembers tomorrow's wedding for the rest of their lives... And Xiao Ning'er... She has been afraid of them since childhood, and from fears you need to get rid of it visually. If she herself does not witness how pathetic they are, then they will remain invincible in her mind. We need to crush them right before her eyes! Xi Yu said as murderous intent flashed in his eyes.

"Your Highness, based on the story you told yesterday and my personal observations... There is a high chance that Xiao Ning'er will commit suicide before the wedding," Ayane said, slightly embarrassed.

- This is unlikely to happen... Since she is getting married, it means there is something that can force her to do it. And if it's not death... then there's only one option. She does this so that the Sacred Family does not destroy her family... But still, you're right, it's better not to risk it, keep an eye on her before the ceremony...

"As you wish, Your Highness," Ayane said, dissolving into thin air.

*Sigh*

Sighing and leaning his elbows on the back of the chair, Xi Yu thought about the Knot of the Heart, which gradually began to tie in him. Manipulating Xiao Ning'er's feelings with her Arctic disease and desperate situation. Xi Yu gradually began to notice the influence of human emotions, which were like an unbearable itch in the heart.

"Knot of the Heart... How painful human emotions are... This feeling... if I'm not mistaken, Regret! I regret that I made Xiao Ning'er fall in love with me through my manipulations. Not saying a lot, and building relationships on deception... And also the initially sincere desire to make her happy turns into a hypocritical lie! Now I need to fix everything, but how? I'll have to sacrifice my selfish desires

and abandon Xiao Ning'er... There is no other way out! The more I give in to the desire to be close to her, the more I feel regret for manipulating her emotions. I profited from her desperate situation..." Xi Yu regretfully thought about his emotions, which had recently begun to bother him. They didn't come all at once as soon as Xi Yu merged with Nie Li. They gradually appear and take root in his inexperienced consciousness.

7:00 am. Xi Yu Mansion.

"Your Highness, Xiao Ning'er is being dressed up for the wedding, are you ready?" - asked Ayane, who appeared as if out of nowhere in Xi Yu's room.

- Yes. Prepare the carriage, you need to capture one more person - after thinking everything over carefully, and getting out of bed, Xi Yu said.

He was in a bad mood and did not want to part with Xiao Ning'er. But in order to give her the opportunity to live a happy life and get rid of guilt, she will have to sacrifice something.

"As you wish," Ayane immediately answered, disappearing.

7:20 am. Gate of the City Lord's Mansion. Coach.

- Ayane, do you remember the girl from my class with dark purple hair, Ye Ziyun? - As soon as the carriage stopped, Xi Yu asked Ayane.

"Yes, this is the second girl after Xiao Ning'er that you are interested in." But why do you need it now? - Ayane asked incomprehensibly.

"She is Xiao Ning'er's best friend, or rather, she was in childhood... But due to misunderstandings, they stopped being friends, Ye Ziyun really wanted to return their friendship, and Xiao Ning'er had no time for friends. In general, we need to reconcile them and this is the best time! Bring her here - Xi Yu tried to explain as clearly as possible. - Yes! - Ayane readily answered, disappearing and the carriage.

- A? - Ye Ziyun exclaimed, shocked to find herself in a carriage with a Monster classmate. And his overly strong maid. Who was able to kidnap her from her own room and bring her to this carriage in the blink of an eye!

"Have I been kidnapped? What is her Rank? How was she able to kidnap me and not disturb the mansion guards, who even consisted of peak Gold Rank Demon Cultivators! Is she really like her father at the peak of the Steel Rank?" - Ye Ziyun thought anxiously, trying to understand how strong her kidnappers were, and what situation she found herself in.

- Don't make such a face, who needs you to kidnap you? If I wanted to blackmail Ye Cong, I would have kidnapped Ye Han, and not a useless fool like you, said Xi Yu, deciding to touch a nerve. And at the same time remind this "Princess" that she is not so important.

Hearing the name "Ye Han" from Xi Yu, Ye Ziyun shuddered a little. After which, saddened, she lowered her head and did not even pay attention to his expression "Useless Fool."

"I'm going to save Xiao Ning'er, are you with me or not?" It's up to you! "You know where the exit is," Xi Yu said in a stern tone.

- A? Is Ning'er in danger? - Ye Ziyun exclaimed in alarm.

- I don't have time to explain whether you're going or not? - Xi Yu asked sternly.

Comparing Ye Ziyun with Xiao Ning'er, Xi Yu noticed that she was just a child. And the girl that Nie Li knew and loved lost all the people dear to her, which forced her to grow up.

- I'm coming! - Ye Ziyun stated firmly.

"Okay," Xi Yu finally nodded approvingly.

"Coachman, go to the territory of the Sacred Family," Xi Yu commanded, raising his voice so that the driver could hear him.

And Ye Ziyun, who still doubted her safety, heard the address of the place where they were going, although she was surprised, but still breathed a sigh of relief. Ye Ziyun understood that if she had been kidnapped, she would not have been taken to the Sacred Family.

7:58 Ceremonial Hall of the Sacred Family

There were few people in the long hall, no more than a hundred. Only people from the Sacred Family's daughter Families, the Sacred Family itself, and the Winged Dragon Family.

The ceremony began, and the doors of the hall swung open, and Xiao Ning'er entered the hall. Everyone held their breath at this proud beauty. Her wedding robe was orange, matching her hair and eyes. Majestic dragons spewing flames were embroidered on her dress with golden threads. Her expression was proud and cold; looking at Xiao Ning'er, even Shen Hong himself felt cold. She walked through the hall to the beat of the ceremonial melody, as if returning from the war with victory.

- Dear guests, we have gathered here on this joyful day to witness the wedding of these young people. If anyone has any objections, I ask you to express them or remain silent forever - Shen Hong made an introductory, ceremonial speech. Silence fell over the hall.

Xiao Yunfeng was desperate. In his daughter's eyes, he noticed an emptiness that can only be seen in people who have lost everything. He knew that he had failed his wife and daughter, as a father and husband. He was unable to save Xiao Ning'er's mother from a conspiracy when there was a struggle for the position of head in the family. And now he has also failed his daughter, making her life worse than hell. Posing as this immoral monster, in the guise of a man... But he can't do anything, even if he sacrifices his life. All that will change is that his little Xiao Ning'er will personally commit suicide.

Even if you abandon your family and run away, the Sacred Family will regard it as an insult, and will definitely find them, and as a warning to others, their life will become worse than death. They will have no life in Svetozar, and outside it they will be eaten by Fierce Beasts. "Since no one expressed an objection..." Before Shen Hong could finish speaking, the majestic doors to the ceremonial hall opened with a roar.

An unremarkable guy entered the hall with a blank expression on his face. And behind him, on the right side, like a shadow, was a girl in a maid's uniform, she was about 25-28 years old. She had an average appearance and the features of one of the most aggressive Demonic Beasts, Weasel. On the left side, a thirteen-year-old girl followed him. She was slender and graceful, and her eyes shone with unshakable determination. Purple hair flowed down her back to her waist.

When they entered the hall, silence reigned in the hall from a lack of understanding of what was happening here. And Xiao Ning'er didn't even turn around, she was already mentally prepared for death, and didn't pay attention to anything unless addressed directly to her. - We object! The groom is not worthy of even a hair on the bride's head! - Xi Yu said in a clear and clear voice.

In appearance and voice, it seemed as if he was calm, but he was simply making dozens of efforts to remain calm. He didn't want to be controlled by emotions, he wanted to protect himself from them. And they kept overwhelming him all the time. And only an incredibly strong soul and cruel plans help him maintain his cold blood.

When Xi Yu's voice rang out in the hall, Xiao Ning'er's body shook. Life appeared in the eyes, and anxiety was reflected on the face. Turning around, praying that this was not true, all of Xiao Ning'er's hopes were dashed. When she saw Xi Yu, but noticed Ye Ziyun next to him, she was filled with bewilderment and shock! She couldn't understand what this noble arrogant princess was doing here? She knew Ye Ziyun from a young age, and knew her character very well.

she never fought for anything. Everything was always brought to her on a platter, at the first request. She is a person who will go with the flow even if the end of the road is hell. How? The always obedient Ye Ziyun ended up here?

While Xiao Ning'er was in shock, so was everyone in the hall. Even Shen Xiu and Shen Hong noticed Ye Ziyun and froze in bewilderment. But as soon as Xi Yu's words were heard, all the members of the Sacred Family became furious, especially Shen Fei.

"What did you say..." but before Shen Fei could finish speaking, he was overcome with severe pain in the area of ​​his manhood.

It was Xi Yu! He sharply closed the distance and did something no one expected. He kicked Shen Fei's crotch with such force that Shen Fei's feet were lifted off the ground.

- HOW DARE YOU... - Shen Hong roared, and jumped from the throne and rushed to Xi Yu.