After I captured the wrong male lead, I broke off the engagement and married the villain

That night, Xiao Heyun held her in his arms, as if he was afraid that she would disappear, with boundless persistence and stubbornness.

Nangong Yuan said nothing.

She didn't want to regret her promise, nor did she want to give him false hope.

Maybe silence is also an option.

Xiao Heyun said nothing about her escape, but sent people to help her and also collected some information about King Li's preferences.

Nangong Yuan repeatedly caused trouble for the Xisha people, and her attitude was very arrogant.

Later, the Xisha people had no choice but to ask King Li for help.

The two sides were fighting fiercely, so King Li had to come out to mediate and block the good guy.

"Alright, Lord Ding'an, this is an envoy from Xisha after all, you shouldn't be so rude."

Nangong Yuan sneered: "I'm a defeated general, what's there to say? If you lose, you have to be able to afford it. If he doesn't agree to the negotiation conditions, I will beat him into agreeing sooner or later."

"Your Majesty, look at her, she is so arrogant. No matter what, we are in the Xisha Islands for peaceful negotiations. You should take care of it."

King Li was troubled by this, but he couldn't just ignore it.

Under the current circumstances, no matter what happens, it will be difficult to deal with.

Besides, they are Nangong Yuan and the Xisha people.

He thought for a moment, then stepped forward and said, "Lord Ding'an, can I have a word with you?"

Nangong Yuan didn't look very happy, but still walked a few steps with him.

"The Xisha Islands are at a critical juncture now. When I have finished my talks, you can do whatever you want."

"Oh? Your Highness, are you serious?"

"They are all from the enemy country, so there is no need to give them face. But we still need to be a little more careful in special circumstances."

King Li patted his sleeves and pointed not far away.

"The emperor also agrees. Besides, the Ministry of Rites is already revising the regulations to be signed. We can't act rashly at this time."

Nangong Yuan was unmoved at first, but after he tried to persuade her several times, she seemed to be willing to listen.

Since then, Nangong Yuan and King Li have become very close.

She seemed to have some admiration for Prince Li and even praised him a few times in the court.

This made the emperor very happy. He felt that Prince Li had made progress, so he gave him some rewards.

This was the first time in more than a year, so King Li was very surprised and a little excited.

"I didn't expect that Nangong Yuan holds such an important position in my father's eyes. It seems... I still have to win her over."

His staff all agreed: "Your Highness, Nangong Yuan now controls the Hongzhou Army and is a general on the front line. His Majesty personally promoted him, so he should not be underestimated."

"Yes, and I think that her marriage is now decided by His Majesty. We can say a few good words to her in front of His Majesty."

If he wants to make the military power fall into his hands naturally, he needs some strategies.

King Li said: "It may be difficult to get married, but if we win her over, it is not impossible."

It's also okay to train her as your subordinate.

Besides, the two of them get along very well these days, eating and drinking together.

King Li thought so and felt that it was quite interesting.

"Your Majesty, why don't we test her intentions? If the military power in her hands can be used by us, then we can accomplish our great cause."

Isn't it for the military power that King Li has worked so hard for for so long?

He killed Nangong Jingrong and colluded with Xisha just for this precious military power.

So... faced with such temptation, even though he knew he might be tricked, he still couldn't help it.

So, from then on, Nangong Yuan often invited him to dinner.

From time to time, he would discuss court affairs with him.

King Li asked her how to please His Majesty, and Nangong Yuan gave him some ideas, which turned out to be very effective.

Later, King Li took a new look at her and became more and more active in trying to win her over.

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"Ding'an, I think you are just a general these days, which is a waste of your talent."

Nangong Yuan was a little surprised: "Your Highness, what do you mean by this?"

"You fought bravely on the battlefield, but you only got the title of Ding'an Bo. The monthly salary of these minor officials in the capital is almost as much as yours."

Hearing this, Nangong Yuan said: "There is nothing we can do about the country's big rats, but someone has to guard the borders, otherwise how can the country be stable?"

"Of course I have to defend it, but it's not for someone as talented as you."

She turned her head away with a strange expression: “Your Highness…”

"Let me be frank. After spending these days together, I have discovered that you are very talented. It is not a good idea to waste time at the border. After all, your home is still in Kyoto, and you will have to come back eventually."

Hearing this, Nangong Yuan hesitated.

"Your mother is staying in Kyoto now. You must be worried about her being alone."

"Yes, she...has always been pampered and raised in a pampered manner, and has never suffered any hardship."

King Li sighed: "What if I can let you stay in the capital?"

"However, although I have enough experience now, someone is still needed to guard the border."

King Li said: "That's easy, can't you just find someone to go for you?"

"Then... who can go?"

Nangong Yuan felt a little strange and started to think about it.

"There are plenty of people in Kyoto. Besides, if there is none in Kyoto, there are others. Why should you worry about this?"

"Your Highness, you may not know that it is not that easy to find a general, but it is easy to find a thousand soldiers."

"After the Xisha negotiations, the situation there will be stable. You won't be needed to fight on the battlefield. It's only natural to replace you with a general who can defend the status quo."

Nangong Yuan asked: "Will Your Majesty agree?"

"If you want, I will naturally say a few good words to the emperor on your behalf."

She sighed: "Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness. We still need to think about this matter carefully."

Seeing that she was not understanding, King Li was helpless.

"In fact, as you know, I am the legitimate son of my father, and my dynasty has not yet appointed a crown prince."

"Yes, the country has no crown prince... Your Highness..."

King Li said, "Since ancient times, the crown prince has always been the eldest son of the legitimate wife. I am my father's legitimate son. If there is a chance for me to become the crown prince, I will ask to transfer you back from the border. Is that not good?"

"Your Highness, what you said makes sense, but this... the position of crown prince cannot be mentioned casually."

"What are you afraid of? As a descendant of the dynasty, if you don't dare to covet the throne, you are nothing."

As he was lobbying, he said: "When I occupy a high position, I will grant you the title of Marquis."

“Your Majesty…”

"Besides, my great cause now requires a capable general like you."

He spoke from the bottom of his heart, and Nangong Yuan seemed particularly moved.

"Your Highness, you are of noble status. It is my honor to serve you."

"Get up, you are a capable person, and I will never treat such a talent unfairly."