The marriage between the Qin and Chen families was, at its core, a political alliance. Both clans sought to expand their influence and power, while the younger Qin Hu proved to be little more than a dissolute rake—virtually good for nothing, bringing total disgrace upon the Champion Marquess's Estate.
Historically, every Champion Marquess had been a heroic figure commanding incomparable influence within the military. Yet this current generation had produced a worthless parasite who had never even set foot on a battlefield.
While the old marquess was still alive, Duke Chen had maintained a veneer of civility. But upon the old man's passing, the duke discarded all pretense of affection, going so far as to publicly call off the engagement right there in the mourning hall.
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