Chapter 901: Vigilance and Planning (3)
Upon thinking of this, Zhao Fengnian carefully observed Mo Qingze’s expression and asked in a deep voice, "Is this truly what Mr. Mo wishes in his heart?"
Mo Qingze stopped, looked at Zhao Fengnian with utmost seriousness, and said, "The official indeed has no plans to remarry. Previously, the Crown Prince had kindly inquired about this matter out of concern for the official, and the official answered likewise. How dare I deceive His Highness or Mr. Zhao?"
The Crown Prince?
Zhao Fengnian broke out in a cold sweat. Could it be that the Crown Prince also had plans to propose a marriage match? He suddenly felt relieved that he had not spoken rashly; otherwise, would the Crown Prince think he was competing with him for someone?
He didn’t believe that Mo Qingze had the audacity to use the Crown Prince as a cover, nor did he think Mo Qingze was lying. It was just that this matter came up during a casual chat with Chu Heng, who had casually asked a question without any actual intention to arrange a match. Mo Qingze had been deliberately vague, causing Zhao Fengnian to misunderstand on purpose.
Seeing a prospective nephew-in-law with such bright prospects potentially slipping away, Zhao Fengnian was extremely frustrated. Thinking about facing his mother and wilful niece when he got home made him feel even more irritated.
Mo Qingze pretended not to notice Zhao Fengnian’s changing facial expressions and, not wishing to be entangled with him further, said, "The hour is nearly upon us. If Mr. Zhao has no further instructions, the official will take his leave first."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Fengnian wanted to make one more attempt but found no reason to detain Mo Qingze. He could only say, "Mr. Mo, please go slowly. If there is a chance in the future, this official would like to invite Mr. Mo for tea, and I hope Mr. Mo will do me the honor."