Xia Yan’s words left both Leisa Phoenix and Rebelle Phoenix speechless, their faces changing color instantly.
The accusation of being ungrateful was a heavy one.
Especially for demonic nobles like them, it felt like a mountain pressing down on them.
Demons, though not known for their good reputation.
Yet, whether in the Human Realm or elsewhere, they were renowned for their trustworthiness.
In a way, demons were even more dedicated to upholding their word than some angels.
After all, in the past, demons were creatures that inspired fear and awe, and only their trustworthiness could earn any trust.
Furthermore, in the last few centuries, there had been a change of power within the demon realm.
The old faction of the Demon King was overthrown, and a new Demon King ascended to the throne.
Upon ascending, the new Demon King reformed demonic policies, eliminating some of the undesirable practices that had been prevalent in the past.
And the Phoenix clan was a staunch supporter of the new Demon King’s faction.
If any rumors of ‘ungratefulness’ were to spread at this juncture.
Their political rivals within the demon world would surely not miss this opportunity.
It could lead to significant losses for the Phoenix clan.
Not just in terms of reputation, but also in terms of the status they had gained over the years.
“Human, what do you want? Wealth, beauty, power, or a long life? I can give you anything,”
Leisa’s face was grim, he snorted disdainfully, then offered terms with a condescending attitude.
Humans are greedy.
In his opinion, as long as he proposed the right conditions, he could make Xia Yan yield.
In fact, without his cheat system, Xia Yan might have agreed.
After all, the conditions offered by Leisa were indeed tempting.
They were things that ordinary people would struggle to achieve in a lifetime.
Especially power and longevity.
Even Qin Shi Huang spent his entire life pursuing these two things.
But with his cheat system, these things would be easy to acquire, wouldn't they?
“Brother-in-law, if you're sick, you should take more medicine. Or go see a doctor about your head, you should be past your angsty teenage years. How come you're still so naive?”
Xia Yan shook his head, feigning a sigh.
Should he call him brother-in-law? Perhaps second brother-in-law?
But at this moment, Xia Yan chose to play dumb and act as if he didn’t know the Phoenix family's situation.
Since the two siblings intended to keep it a secret, he had no reason to expose them.
After all, doing so would only be detrimental to him.
“Who’s your brother-in-law!”
Leisa was furious, his teeth gritted, his lungs about to burst.
If it weren’t for the need to avoid causing unnecessary trouble and to resolve the matter of breaking off the engagement quietly, he would have revealed his fiery demon wings in front of this human, to give him a good scare and make him cower in fear.
He had dared to say his brain was faulty, and even called him an angsty teenager!
This was simply unbearable!
“Brother, can you please stop making things worse? If you can’t control your temper, please go back and let me handle this alone.”
Rebelle glared at her brother, her voice laced with anger.
She had no reason to blame Xia Yan, after all, coming to break off the engagement was already considered impolite, and he had been very polite so far.
But her brother kept pouring fuel on the fire, making the situation even more complex.
“Alright alright, I understand. I’ll just endure this lowly human for now,”
Leisa finally panicked, his pride deflated, he put on a serious face, pretending to be no longer causing trouble.
“I’m so sorry,”
Rebelle apologized to Xia Yan, her voice filled with remorse.
“It's alright, I don't hold any grudge against you. But this is the second time you’ve apologized for your brother. I think if this brother truly had a sense of responsibility, or truly cared for his own sister, he would apologize himself, instead of always relying on his sister to shield him.”
Xia Yan said calmly, his words piercing Leisa’s heart.
Damn it!
Leisa's face turned pale with anger.
If not for the need to maintain noble decorum, he would have unleashed a string of curses.
“Brother-in-law, saying sorry shouldn't be so difficult, should it?”
Xia Yan, using his skills as a Yin Yang Master, made his tone incredibly annoying.
“You, a lowly human, dare to ask me to apologize to you!”
Leisa was immediately provoked and began to fume again.
“Unbelievable, unbelievable, is this how a brother behaves? Always causing trouble for his own sister, and even can't even say a sorry?”
Xia Yan feigned astonishment, widening his eyes.
Rebelle stood beside them, feeling both awkward and expectant, hoping her brother would make the right choice.
When Leisa met Rebelle's expectant gaze, his heart skipped a beat.
“I-am-sorry!”
Leisa gritted his teeth, unwillingly uttered those three words, as if saying them would cost him his life.
After saying it, he turned his head away, as if to sulk, refusing to speak any further.
He had no other choice.
After all, Xia Yan was the descendant of the person who saved his grandfather's life, and also Rebelle's fiancé in name.
He couldn't possibly attack Xia Yan under any circumstances.
If it were any other human, Leisa would have set them on fire long ago.
Xia Yan seized this opportunity, making Leisa suffer constant setbacks.
“Hmm, I accept. Though this apology lacks sincerity,”
Xia Yan nodded, not wanting to continue his argument with Leisa, he turned to Rebelle and said, “Let’s continue discussing our engagement.”
“Okay,”
Rebelle sighed in relief, nodding her head.
“I agree to break off the engagement,”
Xia Yan said directly.
“Huh?”
Xia Yan’s straightforwardness surprised Rebelle.
“Is there anything to be surprised about?”
Xia Yan smiled and asked back.
“No.”
Rebelle’s face turned slightly red, realizing her reaction was a bit exaggerated, she shook her head.
“Actually, I'm not very fond of this kind of arranged marriage.”
Xia Yan said openly, “It’s the 21st century, how can elders still use this method to control their children's marriage? They don't even consider their children's wishes. If you're getting married, it should be because of mutual love, that's how you find happiness, don’t you think, brother-in-law?”
“Hmph, just a lowly human, but he actually has some insight. I agree with you on this point.”
Leisa nodded.
After Xia Yan agreed to break off the engagement, he had a slight change of opinion about Xia Yan.
As for his words, though Leisa didn't entirely agree, he was willing to let it slide for now, to keep Xia Yan calm.
“Actually, I admire your family's traditions. Even though it’s been so long, you still remember the agreement.”
Xia Yan smiled and flattered him, “I completely forgot about it. I didn’t even know there was such a thing. Even if you hadn't come, it wouldn't have mattered.”
“Of course, our Phoenix family’s refinement is incomparable to a petty human family,”
Speaking of family matters, Leisa's confidence returned. It was a source of pride for him.
“Do you have any demands? We’ll do our best to compensate you, since it’s our fault,”
Rebelle said softly, feeling they owed Xia Yan some compensation, as they were the ones who broke the agreement.
“It’s fine. Your family remembering such a long-standing agreement is already generous.”
Xia Yan shook his head, “If I were to make demands about this, it would make me seem petty.”
Hearing that, Rebelle felt slightly embarrassed.
Actually, her thoughts were the same as Leisa’s when they first arrived.
If Xia Yan refused to agree, they would use other conditions to entice him into submission.
But Xia Yan was so magnanimous.
“Human, don't play act,”
With Xia Yan’s agreement, Leisa no longer had any worries, he started to act up again, saying, “My previous offer still stands, just ask and I'll do it for you. This is the magnanimity of the Phoenix family.”
“Whatever,”
Xia Yan shrugged his shoulders, “Since you insist, I’ll accept this offer for now. If I need anything in the future, I’ll let you know.”