[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day":3,"chapter-the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-chapter-827":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Prince Wants to Assassinate Me Every Day",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1143422,1487,"Chapter 827 - 411: Imperial Marriage Proposal (First Update)","the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-chapter-827",827,"\u003Cp>In the grand hall, everyone was quietly having their meal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one took the initiative to speak. Xiao Jinxing’s attention was entirely on An Youyou, constantly wiping her mouth, continuously coaxing her to eat slower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s truly puzzling what that little girl possesses to make Xiao Jinxing completely a different person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong didn’t care much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She thought for five years now, Xiao Jinxing’s feelings for Ye Qichi could also fade gradually over these years...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps people are like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In time, everything is forgotten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forgotten are those who passed away, forgotten are many pains, many sorrows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ruotong.\" After taking care of An Youyou for a while, Xiao Jinxing seemed to suddenly remember the theme of today’s palace feast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Xie Ruotong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong quickly and respectfully responded, \"I am here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You have been stationed at the border for five years; now the border is peaceful, the enemy countries dare not act rashly, and Beimu Country has become a dependency of Daxuan.\" Xiao Jinxing said, \"Since everything at the border is calm, you should stay in Xun City for a few more days. Don’t return to the border for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does His Majesty have important matters for me in Xun City?\" Xie Ruotong asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she had to choose, she would choose to stay at the border.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every year she returns only because the Emperor summons her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To her, the border holds her loved ones, her closest people, and her comrades, all buried there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She would rather spend her entire life at the border with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ruotong is already twenty-six this year.\" Xiao Jinxing spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\" Xie Ruotong replied with respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are no longer young; it’s time to marry.\" Xiao Jinxing said directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the table, Song Yanqing was pretending to indifferently enjoy the dinner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing the Emperor’s words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t hold his chopsticks steadily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sudden noise attracted everyone’s attention to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I apologize for my conduct.\" Song Yanqing feigned composure, appearing very respectful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Jinxing shifted his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong also looked at the Emperor at this moment, saying, \"I have no intention of getting married, only wish to guard the border, protect the country and its people. I implore His Majesty to grant this wish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I certainly understand your thoughts, but a few days ago, Duke Xie specifically approached me, complaining that by keeping you at the border, I delay your life’s significant events, which caused me some embarrassment. Thus, I promised Duke Xie to grant you a marriage.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty.\" Upon hearing of an arranged marriage, Xie Ruotong’s expression changed noticeably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped out from her seat, approached Xiao Jinxing, and knelt on the ground, \"Your Majesty, I do not wish to marry. If His Majesty insists on granting me marriage, then I can only atone with my life.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Jinxing glanced at Song Yanqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Song Yanqing lowered his gaze, saying nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He just calmly continued his dinner, ate slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to be so agitated; naturally, I will respect your wishes. You need not refuse me immediately, I will not force a marriage, however, I hope you can give me face, so that I can offer your father an explanation.\" Xiao Jinxing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong simply looked at Xiao Jinxing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dare not easily agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She understands the Emperor’s strategies, she undoubtedly can’t outmatch him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, without clear circumstances, she doesn’t dare to agree lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Jinxing also understood what Xie Ruotong was pondering, he said casually, \"I have selected some eligible youth whom I consider worthy for your acquaintance. You can meet them each in turn, and then decide. If you truly do not fancy any of them, I will not insist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty’s word is taken seriously, right?\" Xie Ruotong confirmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it’s merely meeting others and going through the motions to offer an explanation to the Emperor for her father, she absolutely has no reason to refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will surely keep my word.\" Xiao Jinxing promised, \"But if there is someone you fancy, I hope you do not close off your heart. The departed have left, you should not be too obsessed with the past.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is this also true for Your Majesty?\" Xie Ruotong bluntly asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Jinxing’s eyes flickered slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it that once the departed are gone, Your Majesty can forget the past?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eyes lowered, Xiao Jinxing faintly smiled, \"I will try to forget those past affections and grudges.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And people?\" Xie Ruotong looked directly at Xiao Jinxing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can people be forgotten?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Xiao Jinxing could speak,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong said directly, \"I cannot forget those who have died, nor would I forget the love and hate of the past. I cannot be as carefree as His Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tone carried a hint of sarcasm toward Xiao Jinxing, yet expressed her firm resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Jinxing has always been tolerant toward Xie Ruotong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you maintain such thoughts, I will not say more. You should focus on your arranged meetings.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I obey.\" Xie Ruotong said respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then returned to her seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Song Yanqing, from start to finish, never truly looked at Xie Ruotong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But from her conversation with the Emperor, he clearly understood Xie Ruotong’s resistance toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five years, fifty years, probably would never change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The palace feast ended neither early nor late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had some wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Xingchuan, Xie Ruotong, and Song Yanqing left the Imperial Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Song Yanqing departed first by carriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truly avoided Xie Ruotong whenever possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really feels that the more Xie Ruotong looks at him, the more she detests him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could only try his best not to appear in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Xingchuan watched the direction of Song Yanqing’s departure, then turned to look at Xie Ruotong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Ruotong showed no sign of emotion towards Song Yanqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Xingchuan smiled and said, \"Since you seldom return to Xun City, it’s not too late yet, shall we have another drink?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just the two of us?\" Xie Ruotong asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can’t we?\" Gu Xingchuan retorted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course we can.\" Xie Ruotong smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bond between Gu Xingchuan and Xie Ruotong remains strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if after Ye Qichi left, they became each other’s only confidant and support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two arrived at Jingshui Building in Xun’an City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting on the second floor where they used to sit together, watching the song and dance performances on the stage below.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the last time Ye Qichi danced those strange yet captivating dances, it has now become a trend throughout the taverns in Xun’an City. Without such dance entertainment, it wouldn’t attract patrons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Xingchuan and Xie Ruotong just quietly watched the performance on stage without speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a song ended,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they turned to face each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of their eyes were red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two shared an understanding smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Always thinking of Ye Qichi, remembering her inevitably brings tears to their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Still can’t forget her?\" Xie Ruotong asked Gu Xingchuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Xingchuan lowered his gaze, hiding his tears, \"Aren’t you the same?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Emperor has forgotten, hasn’t he?\" Xie Ruotong recalled Xiao Jinxing’s demeanor during today’s palace feast, and said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\" Gu Xingchuan replied firmly, \"But maybe he found a replacement.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A woman very similar to Ye Qichi, expected to arrive at the Imperial Palace within ten days.\" Gu Xingchuan confirmed.\u003C\u002Fp>",1208,"2026-06-03T12:20:44.617Z","2026-06-03T12:20:48.463Z",1,"novelbin.me","dcbd1f835113a329b2da94a781d9fc16b74f94915f680ea6b37bd20aa4720818","the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-chapter-828","the-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-chapter-826",1279,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-prince-wants-to-assassinate-me-every-day-cover.jpg"]