Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 224 - 224 0203 Something Not Necessarily Encounter

Chapter 224: Chapter 0203: Something Not Necessarily Encounter Even Without Great Fate Chapter 224: Chapter 0203: Something Not Necessarily Encounter Even Without Great Fate Chapter 0203 Unlikely to Encounter without Great Fate

After Zhao Puxue had presented his birthday gifts, it was time for his elder sister, Zhao Yu. As the couple entered the main hall, Qi Tian glanced at Zhao Qian noticing her displeasure at Zhao Puxue, he asked, “Princess, is there something wrong?”

Zhao Qian said, “My second brother is indeed married, but he hasn’t moved out from the Prince Mansion. The monthly allowances given to them are counted, and I am aware of their wealth. With their resources, it is simply impossible for them to afford such an expensive gift. Even with hundreds of years, it’s impossible.”

“Perhaps your second brother had some kind of serendipitous event?” Qi Tian comforted.

“Humph, no offense to my half-brother, but he has been pampered since childhood and can’t endure any hardship. Not to mention the impossibility of coming across a serendipitous event, even if he did, he couldn’t withstand it. There are definitely dubious sources for the gifts they’ve presented.”

“What if there is an issue? Your second brother is presenting gifts to King Zhangbei, in the end, aren’t the gifts still entering your home? What could you possibly be dissatisfied with?” Qi Tian replied.

Zhao Qian shook her head and did not further discuss the matter with Qi Tian. It was all about King Zhangbei Manor’s affairs, and it was not appropriate to discuss too much in front of Qi Tian. She then contemplated for a moment and asked, “Qi Tian, can I borrow something from you?”

“What do you want to borrow?” Qi Tian inquired.

Zhao Qian said, “I’m not sure what to borrow. As long as it can allow me to overshadow my second brother and make him less conspicuous, that would be enough.”

Qi Tian thought about it and said, “Alright, let me see if I have anything suitable.”

Qi Tian rummaged through the Wuhang Ring and took out a brocade box, handing it to Zhao Qian, saying, “One hundred spirit stones, is that enough?”

When Qi Tian presented his gift to King Zhangbei Zhao Donghao, it was impossible for him to offer a hundred spirit stones. This would appear ostentatious in Great Zhao where spirit stones were scarce. However, for Zhao Qian to present the gift, it would not be problematic. She was Zhao Donghao’s biological daughter. A mere hundred spirit stones meant nothing; even if it was ten times more, it wouldn’t be an issue.

Zhao Qian was stunned that Qi Tian had taken out so many spirit stones at once. She looked at Qi Tian in surprise and asked, “Are you sure you want to lend me so many spirit stones? If you lend me other things, I might come up with a way to repay them in a short time, but for a hundred spirit stones, I really can’t guarantee it. It may take a long time.”

Qi Tian simply pushed the brocade box into Zhao Qian’s hands, smiled faintly, and said, “As long as you do not default on the debt. But let me remind you, princess, are you planning to offer these spirit stones as a gift to the prince? After the Prince has received these spirit stones, how much can be returned to you?”

Zhao Qian furrowed her eyebrows. Qi Tian’s words were not unreasonable; there were simply too many places and people in the Prince Mansion that required spirit stones. Even though she was the Prince’s legitimate daughter, she couldn’t guarantee that she would enjoy a third of the spirit stones. However, she quickly put the matter aside. She wanted to help her elder brother secure the position of Crown Prince, so she couldn’t be stingy at a time like this. When sacrifices needed to be made, she must do so unhesitatingly.

“Qi Tian, thanks for your reminder, but I’ve made up my mind. Please don’t try to dissuade me,” Zhao Qian said.

Qi Tian shrugged. He had no intention of meddling in Zhao Qian’s family affairs. Although he and Zhao Qian were friends, their friendship didn’t warrant him making decisions for her. “As you wish.”

Meanwhile, Zhao Qian’s older sister had already presented her gift, and it was Zhao Qian’s turn.

As the master of ceremonies announced Zhao Qian’s name, Zhao Qian stepped into the main hall holding the brocade box, knelt on one knee, and held up the box high. “May father enjoy a birthday every year and happy days every year. I present a hundred spirit stones, hoping father can breakthrough to the Gold Core soon and create a glorious legacy for the royal family.”

Zhao Donghao’s eyes flashed with joy. He glanced at Wu Junlin standing next to him, who stepped down and took the brocade box from Zhao Qian, and quickly opened it. Indeed, it was filled with low-grade spirit stones.

“Good, Qian’Er, your filial piety truly is commendable, and I am very fond of this gift,” Zhao Donghao praised.

Zhao Qian continued, “Father, this isn’t entirely my credit. It was my elder brother who reminded me to prepare this gift for you.”

“Good, I understand,” Zhao Donghao reassured her with a pat. “You may rise.”

After Zhao Qian, according to the rules, it should be Qi Tian’s turn to present his gift. Regardless, he was a disciple of the Imperial Master Mansion. Even though he was not representing the Imperial Master Mansion, he was still the Acting Lecturer. However, at this time, the master of ceremonies called out another name.

“May Marquis Jingguo’s son, young Marquis Zhang Xiankun pay his respects and present his gift.”

When this announcement was made, Qi Tian was taken aback. He didn’t care much about the order of entrance, but ignoring him and letting someone else supplant him was really unpleasant.

Before Qi Tian could react, a young man in neat traditional clothing stepped forward. He was smug and glanced at Qi Tian. He had been present in the side hall earlier, with a look of resentment at Qi Tian. This man was none other than him. He was also related to Zhao Qian’s second brother’s marriage. Zhao Puxue’s wife was his biological sister. His visit today was not only to wish King Zhangbei Zhao Donghao a happy birthday but also to take this opportunity to propose to Zhao Qian.