A glint appeared in Prince Qi's eyes. "That Shen Family's daughter should be of a suitable age now. She would be a good match for you."
He still wanted a foothold among Duke Hu Guo's former subordinates, if he could manage it.
Xiao Xuan gave a bitter laugh. "I am only remarrying, Father. And I don't even have a noble title. Why would the Guardian Lady's daughter deign to look at me?"
Prince Qi snorted coldly. "You are my son. Who could you possibly not be a match for?"
"Besides, in a year or two, I intend to petition the throne for a noble title for you. I'm sure my nephew will grant me that small favor."
Xiao Xuan snorted inwardly. 'You've said that countless times, but it's always just talk.'
'Besides, what's the use of an empty title with no fiefdom?'
Though he thought this, his expression was one of humility. "Even so, I'm afraid the Guardian Lady might still—"
