The Medallion

At that moment, the royal members and ministers exchanged looks as they found that it was reasonable for the two to get married soon. After all, the emperor didn't cancel the engagement even though the public had thought that he had been dead before.

"I, Prince Basil, hereby declare that my engagement with Miss Shirley is invalid, effective immediately." However, Rocky shocked the crowd as he deviated from people's expectations.

Everyone's minds were rattled as they heard this. In fact, they found that Rocky was being so bold to declare that especially when Bryant, the chief of the Ximen Clan and Shirley's grandfather, was around.

"But, Your Royal Highness, is that the emperor's decision?" Bryant asked in a low voice as his face was covered in shame.

"You heard me right, Chief Bryant. Miss Shirley and I are no longer engaged," Rocky said with firm resolution as he looked into Bryant's eyes seriously.

Bryant trembled and became very furious when he heard Rocky's words, but as a man of honor, he composed himself immediately. Instead of lashing out, he shot a confused glance at Rocky. This was not what the emperor and he decided upon. He felt humiliated because Rocky announced it to everyone without even discussing with him, or at least informing him in advance. He found it rude, and he even suspected that Rocky deliberately made the Ximen Clan unable to back down with good grace because of pressure.

Meanwhile, Marcia also sighed inwardly. Although she had expected that Rocky would turn down the emperor's proposal, she still believed that it was better for him to inform Bryant beforehand to avoid hurting his face. But now, it was too late for her to convince Rocky to do that.

However, Rocky thought about this carefully and considered what he thought was just and fair. He had thought of discussing with Bryant, but he knew that there was a huge possibility that Bryant might refuse. Thus, in order to force Bryant to agree, he decided to announce it to the public first and then apologize to Bryant after. In his mind, making a hasty decision was the best way to resolve such a situation involving marital engagements.

At the same time, everyone present saw the visible displeasure written all over Bryant's face. In fact, they all felt that Rocky's announcement was a one-sided cancellation. If that were true, then things would certainly become a little awkward. This might lead to a conflict between the Ximen Clan and the royal family, affecting the current situation in the empire.

At once, Rocky turned to Bryant with a sincere expression and said, "Chief Bryant, I believe you know why I made this decision better than anyone else."

sake. And from this aspect, he had to admit that Rocky was braver than him. On the other hand, he was still annoyed that he was not prepared for any of this to happen, simply because he was so sure that the two would get married. As a proud chief of the largest clan in the Holy Dragon Empire and

Royal Highness has made a decision, I have no other choice but agree." After finishing his words, Bryant turned around and left in front of all these

the announcements and nothing further. Help yourselves, please!" Rocky said to the royal members and the ministers as his eyes followed

the people also left in groups of threes or fives.

various boards in the entire Holy Dragon Empire. Since all the three announcements were so unexpected, it was

trouble it brought was

a delicate figure rushed into the Crimson Palace in the most aggressive manner, which gave both Sabina and Lucilla quite

for you?" Sabina asked

delicate figure was none other than Shirley, Rocky's

I am here, and I want to talk with him now!" Shirley

you mean Basil? Sorry, but he's not here," Lucilla replied with a

Shirley snorted, refusing

not here. I'm telling the truth." Seeing the expression on Shirley's face, Sabina knew that she must have come here for the announcement

for him here. I just need to talk with him," Shirley huffed and sat down

he cancelled the engagement. As far as I knew, he won't agree to marry you just for the sake of the Holy Dragon Empire. He thought that will only bring you grievance if you do

think for me. I have my own brain, thank you. My grandfather has already prepared me for this. Screw that guy! He even cancelled the engagement without

understand how she was feeling. Moreover, they thought that Shirley was right about it. It was hard for her to accept that Rocky announced it without consulting her, therefore, hurting her pride. But they also believed that Shirley would understand once she heard Rocky's reason. After all, he had nothing but good intention