Chapter 850: Chapter 850: Fiancee?

The people nearby all looked at Qin Hao, wondering if he had some relation to the Qin Family. If that were the case, he should certainly know Qin Tian and should show respect to Qin Hao, who was a direct descendant.

Qin Hao looked calmly and replied, “The relation I’m talking about is just a shared surname. Does Mr. Qin think I’m wrong?”

“So that’s how it is. I thought someone was trying to use the name of the Qin Family to swindle others,” Qin Tian said as he glanced at Lan Xin.

His meaning was clear: he implied that Qin Hao was using the name of the Qin Family to deceive Lan Xin.

However, Lan Xin’s expression did not change. Qin Hao’s identity was indeed of no importance to him.

Gu Minghao smiled and said, “Let’s discuss everything inside.”

Entering the banquet hall, Lan Xin and Qin Hao sat at a round table, joined by Guo Pengfei, Gu Minghao, Gu Yuwei, and Qin Tian. Besides them, there were five other people.

Gu Minghao began the introductions: “This is Shi Wenqiang from the Shi Family. I believe Princess Lan Xin knows him.”

The Shi Family was also one of the four top families in the Nolan Empire, alongside the Gu Family, the Guo Family, and the Lan Family.

The heads of these four families were once comrades with Lan Xin’s grandfather in establishing the Nolan Empire. They were the leading families, with the Lan Family at the forefront.

The power and rewards these three families enjoyed today were all granted by the Lan Family, acknowledging their exploits in expanding the Nolan Empire.

Gu Minghao continued, “This is Prince Dan Taijun from the Moon Mist Empire, this is Princess Mo Yu from the Moon Mist Empire, this is Prince Duanmu Feng from the Sky Wolf Empire, and this is Strazi from the Bright Empire.”

Lan Xin nodded slightly to each of them, feeling curious about why so many princes and princesses from the great empires had gathered here.

This group probably had the most esteemed status in the banquet hall. At the other tables were other nobles, the sons of various prominent families, each equally esteemed.

Duanmu Feng from the Sky Wolf Empire looked at Qin Hao and asked, “May I know which family this gentleman is from, to have won Princess Lan Xin’s favor?”

Qin Hao smiled faintly and replied, “Just a minor family, hardly worth mentioning in your esteemed eyes.”

“Since you know you’re insignificant, why still stay with Princess Lan Xin? You’re courting death,” Duanmu Feng’s tone turned sharp.

Qin Hao narrowed his eyes and said, “This is my own business. It’s none of Prince Duanmu’s concern, is it?”

Duanmu Feng’s expression remained unchanged as he said, “Yesterday, my father concluded talks with the King of the Nolan Empire. Mr. Lan has promised Princess Lan Xin to me as my fiancee. Now tell me if it concerns me or not?”

His eyes flashed sharply as he looked at Qin Hao, his expression cold and severe.

Everyone at the table was stunned by this statement. Had Mr. Lan already betrothed Lan Xin to Prince Duanmu Feng of the Sky Wolf Empire?

Lan Xin also froze, a flash of darkness in his eyes, but he still smiled and said, “Really? Why don’t I know about this?”

Duanmu Feng replied, “I believe Princess Lan Xin will find out if you return to the Nolan Star.”

Turning to Qin Hao, he said, “Insulting my fiancee is the same as insulting my parents. Only your death can quell my hatred.”

Qin Hao hadn’t expected things to escalate this far. The King of the Nolan Empire had already betrothed Lan Xin to him?

What kind of joke was this?

The expressions of the people at the table varied. They hadn’t seen this coming. Guo Pengfei and Gu Minghao exchanged complex glances. The current King’s thoughts were becoming increasingly unfathomable to them.

Those from the Bright Empire and the Moon Mist Empire were also lost in thought. The marriage alliance between the Nolan Empire and the Sky Wolf Empire carried significant implications. Would it alter the current interstellar balance?

Such things were beyond their comprehension. They needed only to relay the information back. They now wondered how Duanmu Feng would act. Would he publicly kill Qin Hao on the spot?

People at surrounding tables sensed the tension and turned to look. Others followed their gaze.

What was happening there?

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Qin Hao reacted quickly, sneering at Duanmu Feng, “I knew Lan Xin first. You’re merely relying on your status and background to interfere. You seized my beloved, yet you accuse me unjustly. Is the Duanmu Family always this shameless? Or is the entire Sky Wolf Clan this shameless?”

His words were harsh, filled with no fear. So what if you’re a prince of the Sky Wolf Empire? I’m not easily bullied either.

The others at the table were surprised by his boldness. This guy was truly daring, speaking to Prince Duanmu Feng of the Sky Wolf Empire like that.

Duanmu Feng’s face darkened as he stood, staring coldly at him, “You’re courting death.”

Qin Hao didn’t back down, “I’ve heard the Sky Wolf Clan has great individual combat skills. I’d like to test them. Do you dare to duel me?”

“Fine, I’ll personally tear you apart,” Duanmu Feng sneered, his eyes filled with disdain.

Lan Xin, Guo Pengfei, and Gu Minghao were stunned by Qin Hao’s declaration.

He wanted to duel the prince of the Sky Wolf Clan? Didn’t he know that the Sky Wolf Clan’s individual combat prowess was unmatched in the galaxy?

Typically, a common member of the Sky Wolf Clan could easily defeat six or seven ordinary people.

Even more so, Duanmu Ci, being of royal blood, had capabilities far beyond those of an ordinary Sky Wolf.

People at nearby tables also heard their exchange.

“Princess Lan Xin has been betrothed to Prince Duanmu Feng of the Sky Wolf Empire? Why hasn’t this big news spread yet?”

“Now Princess Lan Xin has a boyfriend, yet the King betrothed her to Duanmu Feng. What a mix-up. Duanmu Feng’s fiancee has been courted by another man?”

“Shh, lower your voice. The Sky Wolf Clan doesn’t usually mind such matters. They are physically strong, especially in certain aspects. Women generally can’t handle them. If Princess Lan Xin goes there, she’ll likely suffer.”

“You can see from Princess Lan Xin’s face. She’s forcing a smile but must be suffering inside. She probably doesn’t want to be with those barbarians.”

“This boyfriend of Princess Lan Xin has some backbone, daring to challenge Duanmu Feng. Courageous indeed, but the difference in strength is too great.”

“Yes, in a duel, there’s no life or death. This person will likely be torn apart by Duanmu Feng of the Sky Wolf Empire.”

“I’ve seen the Sky Wolf Clan fight before. They are truly fierce, ripping someone in half with sheer strength.”

“Not just strength; their speed far exceeds that of ordinary people, like a cheetah. This guy is certainly doomed.”