Chapter 151: Riot in Yunzhou

Nan Xun paused. His intimacy with Jun Huang most likely had spawned some gossips. He didn’t take it as an insult. Instead, he saw this as an opportunity.

Nan Xun nodded and cupped his hands. “This official has always been surrounded by men. I find women to be too frail for my liking. I hope Your Majesty can understand that I prefer men in armors over women covered in cosmetics. Please forgive me for straying from your expectations, Your Majesty.”

Despite hearing the news from Sir Shangguan beforehand, the emperor was still surprised by Nan Xun’s admission. He sighed. “If so, I won’t impose this marriage on you.”

The emperor had his own reasons. It was a good thing for him that Nan Xun would not have any children. That way, Nan Xun wouldn’t think about overthrowing the throne. The emperor let out a silent sigh of relief.

He couldn’t just let Nan Xun off the hook, though. He had given an order. If he took it back simply because of Nan Xun’s denial, he would lose his authority...