83: Chapter 83 I Disagree

Once these words were spoken, they shocked the entire Qin Family Annual Meeting.

Except for a few who knew about this matter in advance, everyone else was stunned.

Whether it was the direct line of the Qin Family, the collateral branches, or other relatives, everyone was very clear that Qin Lan was not favored. Although she was the Old Master's own granddaughter, her status was not even as good as the collateral branches.

There were quite a few young and beautiful women in the Qin Family's direct line, and the Zhou Family was an existence that was not inferior to the Qin Family in the slightest.

Yet, the result was that Qin Lan was chosen for the marriage alliance, which aroused the jealousy of many young women in the Qin Family.

Born into such a Family, most marriages were already arranged. Everyone hoped to marry well, and the Zhou Family was truly a very good choice.

Moreover, although Zhou Ningyi's cultivation talent was not as good as Qin Jun's, it was not inferior by much, and he was also one of the strong contenders for the future helm of the Zhou Family.

How could Qin Lan, who was estranged from the Qin Family, actually obtain such an opportunity?

"How is this possible? How could she get this opportunity?"

"Why should it be given to her?"

"A country bumpkin from Jinling..."

"Keep your voice down, this is Grandfather's decision."

Quite a few people were somewhat unconvinced.

Qin Lan, sitting in the direct line's seat, was suddenly at a loss. Only now did she realize that Grandfather actually wanted her to marry into the Zhou Family, not out of any so-called Family affection.

When she first arrived in the capital not long ago, Steward Qin found her and told her to return to the Qin Family.

At first, Qin Lan refused because she hadn't been in contact with Grandfather's household for a long time. Plus, having visited during her childhood, she was still somewhat afraid of the Qin Family.

But after all, there was a blood relationship. In the end, Qin Lan decided to come to the Qin Family to see Grandfather. Moreover, her personality was inherently gentle, and she basically dared not utter a word against the overbearing Qin Family.

But what she didn't expect was that her marriage would just be arranged like this.

"Grandfather, I..." Qin Lan stood up, wanting to say something.

Qin De waved his hand with a smile, "Come over first and meet your fiancé."

Zhou Ningyi was sizing up Qin Lan. Her pure yet gentle demeanor stirred a sense of protectiveness in him. He had seen many beautiful women, but among the many women in the Qin Family, their sense of self-interest was too heavy. Only this Qin Lan made him truly like her.

She was also exceptionally beautiful, even prettier than the other women in the Qin Family. Even if she wasn't a Martial Artist, Zhou Ningyi didn't mind; after all, the purpose was just to strengthen the relationship between the two Families.

Qin Lan, however, did not move, her fists clenched tightly.

"What's going on? Why aren't you coming over?" Qin Chengwen frowned and asked.

"I..." Qin Lan stammered.

"Young Miss Qin Lan, the Old Master told you to come over, so hurry up," Steward Qin said with a smile.

Everyone's gaze was focused on Qin Lan at this moment, which made her increasingly afraid, and she couldn't help but want to move closer to her brother.

"What is she doing?"

"Why is she leaning toward Qin Chuan?"

Quite a few people looked puzzled.

"Brother..." Qin Lan proactively came to Qin Chuan's side. It was an instinct; she was very afraid of what was about to happen, so she wanted to find a sense of security.

Undoubtedly, Qin Chuan was her safe harbor.

Qin Chuan rubbed his younger sister's head, "Brother is here, don't be afraid."

"Pfft..."

But these words drew mockery from many.

Through their recent conversation, everyone understood what kind of personality Qin Chuan had.

He was just a coward.

He didn't even dare to speak about living in the storage room, nor did he dare to speak about sitting in this corner, yet now he dared to speak up?

Everyone could also see that Qin Lan clearly didn't want to marry. This was not strange; perhaps some women were jealous of Qin Lan and wanted to marry well, but not everyone thought that way.

One might ask, who wouldn't want to pursue their own happiness?

And who would want their marriage to be arranged, to be treated as a bargaining chip for benefits?

But born into such a Family, while enjoying the glory and wealth brought by the Family, one also had to pay a certain price. Moreover, this price was actually not unacceptable.

"What's the use of looking for him?" Qin Sheng found it somewhat funny.

Although Qin Lin didn't say anything, his expression explained everything.

Qin Chuan didn't even dare to speak up to defend himself, let alone defend his younger sister.

"Young Miss Qin Lan, don't throw a tantrum, the Old Master is calling you over," Steward Qin said in a very gentle manner.

Qin De frowned, somewhat displeased with Qin Lan's attitude, "I told you to come over, didn't you hear me?"

In the Qin Family, his word was law, and he did not allow anyone to defy him.

Zhou Lixuan was also a bit unhappy, "Old Qin, what is this? Your granddaughter is unwilling?"

"Why would she be unwilling?" Zhou Lixuan's granddaughter, Zhou Qingqing, said angrily, "My brother hasn't minded that she isn't a Martial Artist. What, is she looking down on my brother?"

Zhou Ningyi didn't speak, but his Face was already full of displeasure.

This was also normal; Qin Lan was just an ordinary person. If it weren't for the Qin Family Bloodline, she wouldn't even have the qualifications to marry into the Zhou Family.

But now, the other party actually seemed reluctant.

This made the Zhou Family lose some Face.

"Misunderstanding, misunderstanding, my granddaughter is just timid," Qin De explained.

"Old Master, leave it to me."

Steward Qin knew his opportunity had come, so he proactively walked toward Qin Lan. He first looked at Qin Lan, then looked at Qin Chuan, a playful expression on his Face, and deliberately raised his voice, "Young Master Qin Chuan, I hope you will escort Young Miss Qin Lan to the Old Master."

These words were a ruthless blow!

This was to humiliate Qin Chuan severely in front of everyone present.

Now everyone could see that Qin Lan was unwilling and wanted to seek help from her brother, Qin Chuan.

In other words, Qin Chuan was all of Qin Lan's hope.

But now, Steward Qin was demanding that Qin Chuan personally escort his younger sister over. This was to trample Qin Chuan's Face ruthlessly underfoot, and even completely shatter his image in his younger sister's heart.

Quite a few people started gloating, wanting to see what Qin Chuan would do.

"Brother..." Qin Lan's delicate body trembled slightly.

Qin Chuan's Face, however, still carried a smile, "Are you willing?"

"I..." Qin Lan glanced at the other members of the Qin Family, feeling somewhat afraid.

"Don't be afraid, Brother is here." Qin Chuan's voice seemed to have a magical quality, making Qin Lan gradually feel at ease.

"Are... you willing?"

"I am not willing."

"That is enough." Qin Chuan smiled. He didn't even glance at Steward Qin, but looked directly at the head of the Qin Family, Qin De.

Even though everyone's eyes were filled with provocation and mockery, Qin Chuan remained calm, neither happy nor sad, his voice even more calm with a hint of coldness.

"My younger sister is not willing, so, this marriage..."

"I do not agree!"