Si Yufan took the initiative to step in and take responsibility. If he dared to treat Xunmi like this, the Yu family had reached its end.
It's not very useful to begin with, and keeping it just takes up space, which is a waste.
Nian Zheng looked at Si Yufan carefully for a few moments, and finally nodded.
He patted him on the shoulder and sighed, "I'm entrusting Xiao Xun to you."
"She had a very hard childhood, and I hope you will protect her well and prevent her from being hurt again."
Aside from the title of Imperial Marshal, he was just an ordinary grandfather.
His granddaughter lost her parents when she was only a few years old, and was then placed on a remote planet by him.
He dared not recall that feeling of loneliness and helplessness.
Who knew that after finally finding someone to accompany me, I would end up like that?
Fortunately, there's still room to salvage the situation.
What Nian Zheng was thinking, Xunmi didn't know, but he could guess roughly.
Holding onto Nian Zheng's arm, she said coquettishly, "Grandpa, don't worry about me, I'm not that fragile."
Si Yufan nodded repeatedly, his expression solemn; anyone who didn't know better would think he was going to the battlefield.
"Grandpa, don't worry. Xunmi is my life. If anyone dares to hurt her, I will make sure they are left with nothing but bones."
Finding someone so outstanding, so beautiful, so dazzling, I'd better make my move first.
He's already made a reservation, so nobody's allowed to take it.
Their gazes shifted to Yu Hetian, where his previously ferocious expression remained frozen, his eyes blazing with murderous intent.
"Since you, Commander Yu, care so much about those wild beasts, then go and serve them properly."
"Someone, take the person there, and throw this thing over with you."
Since that's the case, let's just do it together, so that no one will suddenly pop up and annoy us later.
Xunmi showed little expression; as long as the scumbag and the mistress didn't end up well, she was at ease.
Yu Hetian was truly stunned and didn't come to his senses.
The soldier just said that the woman had no status and got in because of the commander.
In his view, Si Yufan would never go against the Yu family for a woman who could be found anywhere.
That's why he made a decision without asking any questions. But now, who can tell him why that woman is Nian Zheng's granddaughter?
With the Nian family and the Si family added together, the Yu family is truly no match for them.
Although he wasn't particularly talented in military matters, he was quick-witted and could clearly distinguish between advantages and disadvantages.
But how should we stop now?
Before he could figure it out, Si Yufan's men arrived.
Without saying a word, they went straight up and arrested people. To them, it didn't matter whether you were a marshal or a president.
They only obey Si Yufan's orders; if he says to take them away, they take them away.
This demonstrates that Si Yufan's authority and ability to command respect within the army were unparalleled.
Yu Hetian broke free from the hands of the two soldiers, trying to calm himself down.
"Si Yufan, what do you mean by this?"
"I haven't been stripped of my marshalship yet. Even if you want to take action against me, you'll have to go through the Senate."
"Then the parliament passed the resolution, and now you've overstepped your authority; I have the right to arrest you."
The Empire has always been governed by three marshals, the Senate, and the parliament.
The process needs to go through each step in this way to avoid some unfair things from happening.
Si Yufan's current actions are tantamount to breaking the law.
Yu Hetian was unaware that the Senate and the Parliament had long been firmly under Si Yufan's control.
Now both sides are completely subservient to him, let alone overstepping their authority.
Even if they were completely ignored, no one on the other side would dare to voice any opposition.
When Yi Ling heard that he was also going to be taken to be fed to wild animals, and that even his father-in-law couldn't resist, he fainted from fright.
Xunmi pursed his lips. Sure enough, he was a piece of trash. He couldn't even handle such a small matter without rolling his eyes and collapsing.
He has no backbone. Luckily, he didn't cling to the original owner anymore, otherwise she really wouldn't have been able to resist strangling him to death.
Si Yufan and Nian Zheng both utterly despised Yu Hetian's behavior, which was ridiculous—he would bring out the Senate whenever he couldn't handle something himself.
"Talking to you is a waste of my breath. Drag him away, drag him away."
"A perfectly good banquet has been ruined because of your family."
Si Yufan waved his hand, and several soldiers quickly and forcefully grabbed Yu Hetian and took him out of the venue.
Those who came out of Hall 2 were all staring intently at this scene that was supposed to be a theatrical performance.
So she was the granddaughter of the old marshal! Seeing is believing.
As expected of the old marshal's granddaughter, her refined and elegant demeanor outshone all the other young ladies from prominent families present.
The one laughing the loudest was Si Yufan's mother, after hearing her stubborn son ask her about relationships.
She was so excited she could hardly sleep for days; her blockhead son had finally come to his senses.
But after only a few days, he was back to his arrogant, smug self.
Damn, the house was a mix of extremes, almost making her think her son had been dumped.
Thankfully, things will finally calm down after today.
Ms. Si expressed her joy and said she was already starting to plan when to prepare for the wedding.
The granddaughter of the old marshal, whether in terms of family background or the dazzling woman who stands out in a crowd, is a perfect match for her son.
Moreover, she's not the old-fashioned type; as long as two people truly love each other, she won't object.
It's clear now that the other party is also interested in the son, which is great.
He suddenly felt a chill behind him, but it quickly disappeared, and he raised an eyebrow in confusion.
Could she be being targeted by someone?
Si Yufan supported Xunmi's shoulder and asked with concern, "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell anywhere?"
"Why don't we go ahead and grab something to eat? It's getting late."
I glanced at the wall clock; it was already eleven o'clock. Time really flies.
Xunmi thought for a moment and nodded. She had already achieved her purpose for coming here today, so there was no need for her to stay.
As for befriending those people, are you afraid there won't be opportunities?
"Grandpa, are you going to stay here or should we take you back first?" Xunmi asked, looking up.
"You guys go eat, Grandpa will be back later, don't worry."
Nian Zheng patted his granddaughter's hand, which was linked with his arm, to reassure her.
"Okay, then Uncle An and Brother Jiang, please take good care of Grandpa. Contact me if you need anything."
He made a polite request to the people next to him, speaking in a gentle tone.
"Please rest assured, Miss, we will take care of the Marshal," An Kang replied with a smile.
Si Yufan left with Xunmi, completely oblivious to the commotion he had just caused and the unresolved aftermath.
Si's mother happily helped clean up the mess, saying that nothing was more important than her son pursuing his wife.
The two families inexplicably came together to discuss the life-long marriage of the two younger generations.