The Qin and Chen families were in a political marriage from the very start, both looking to expand and consolidate their power. But the later Qin Hu turned out to be little more than a dissolute wastrel, practically useless in every way—a complete disgrace to the Marquis of Champion's estate.
One had to remember that past holders of the title Marquis of Champion had all been legendary heroes who wielded incomparable influence within the military. Yet this current generation had produced a good-for-nothing who had never even set foot on a battlefield.
While the old marquis was still alive, the Duke of Chen had kept up appearances and shown due respect. But the moment the old marquis died, the Duke of Chen cast aside all decency and ruthlessly called off the engagement right there in the mourning hall.
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