CHAPTER 944 ACTING WITH ROOKIE

However, Geoffrey was now the leading competitor for the emperor's heir. And if he succeeded and

became the emperor's heir, the Qi Clan would certainly get his support and protection. If the Qi Clan

gained the upper hand, the Cao Clan would most definitely lose.

Therefore, Lucilla only had two paths in front of her. One was to unite with the Qi Clan by marriage, and

by doing that, she would be on the same side as Geoffrey. With the support of the Qi Clan and the Cao

Clan, Geoffrey would certainly win the throne. The other path that she could take was to draw a clear

line with Prince Geoffrey and the Qi Clan. If she announced in public that the Cao Clan would support

Woods, they would be putting the future of the Cao Clan on him. Undoubtedly, Prince Geoffrey would

consider them his enemies from that moment on.

"I feel so nervous that Your Royal Highness has personally proposed marriage for the Qi Clan, but I

can't force myself to do so. I don't have any feelings for Mr. Tate, and there is already someone else in

my heart," Lucilla said politely to Prince Geoffrey. She was now in a dilemma, especially in this case.

She couldn't refuse Geoffrey directly, or that might cause disaster to the Cao Clan. If she had known

earlier that this would happen, she would have agreed to Rocky's proposal then and there. At least,

that way, Geoffrey would have no excuse to force her.

"The one in Chief Lucilla's heart... Could this be Mr. Rookie?" Geoffrey smiled and glanced at Rocky.

"Yes, and he just proposed to me." Hearing this, Lucilla nodded noncommittally. At this point, she knew

that she she was only delaying but the end was unavoidable.

"Mr. Rookie is indeed a rare talent, but don't forget, as the chief of the Cao Clan, you have to consider

the interests and future of the Cao Clan. If the Cao Clan and the Qi Clan unite by marriage, it will be a

good thing for the Cao Clan and the Timber Deity Empire. Moreover, I can guarantee that one day, the

Cao Clan may get a better position than the present one. I believe that you will never regret today's

decision as long as you choose to stand by me." Geoffrey's last words were undoubtedly a hint to

Lucilla. If he got the throne, the Cao Clan, which was allied by marriage with the Qi Clan, would also

benefit from him.

The other people who overheard also understood the meaning of Geoffrey's words. There were also

some doubts in their hearts because most of the forces present, as well as the other members of the

royal family and celebrities, had already taken their sides, supporting the other princes respectively.

However, if the Qi Clan and the Cao Clan were to unite by marriage under the urging of Geoffrey, then

the other princes would definitely have no advantages to compete for the throne. Therefore, if the Qi

Clan and the Cao Clan really unite, they would have to think about their future really carefully.

It could be said that whether the Cao Clan agreed to the proposal of the Qi Clan or not, their

confrontation was no longer a secret between them that would affect only them. Instead, it was very

likely to affect the whole situation regarding the competition for the emperor's successor.

That was why Geoffrey chose this time to appear in the Magnificent Hall. He wanted to seize this

opportunity to win the throne. His scheming was truly top of the line!

"What you said makes sense, Your Royal Highness. But can I think about it for a few more days? After

all, it's a big deal for me and the Cao Clan..." Seeing that Geoffrey had made it so clear, Lucilla could

only bite her pink lips to stall for time.

On the other hand, Geoffrey frowned and looked overbearing as he said, "Actually, I hoped that this

matter will be settled tonight."

Of course, Geoffrey wouldn't give Lucilla any chance, and he was only saying these things to put

pressure on her. Lucilla also saw through Geoffrey's mind. She hesitated for a moment, and then said

to him, "Please have a seat for a while, Your Royal Highness. I have to call several elders of the Cao

Clan to discuss this matter..."

As Lucilla spoke, she nodded at Lucas, and they left silently together. At the other side of the room, Tod

and Freddy exchanged quick glances before they, too, followed after them. Seeing this, Rocky seemed

to fall deep in thought for a moment, and then he disappeared into the shadows of the Magnificent Hall

before everyone noticed.

"Your Royal Highness, you came at the right time!" After Lucilla, Lucas, and others left, Alexander

moved closer to Geoffrey's side and spoke to him discreetly.

"Now, as long as Lucilla agrees to marry into the Qi Clan, everything else will be a piece of cake to us.

But if she doesn't agree, we need to get rid of her. We will do something to her in secret and change

the chief of the Cao Clan to someone that we can control." It seemed that Geoffrey already had a plan

in his mind.

"If it weren't for the guy called Rookie, the Cao Clan would have been in internal strife. But he seems to

have disappeared, so maybe he has given up. With Your Royal Highness here, he can't stand out

anymore after all," Alexander said with resentment. He was surprised that Rocky had disappeared

without anybody noticing.

"The Cao Clan may go to see my brother, Woods, but he may not be willing to confront me face to face,

so he may not appear. As long as he doesn't come, we will definitely be able to get the Cao Clan

tonight." Geoffrey smirked confidently.

"Your Royal Highness, you are so resourceful and wise. You would make the best emperor that the

Timber Deity Empire could ever have," Alexander said in a flattering tone.

On the other hand, Lucilla and Lucas had arrived at the side hall of the Magnificent Hall, and soon,

several elders who had been in seclusion also started to arrive. They had come rushing as soon as owns this text.

they received the summon-order. However, at the same time, Tod and Freddy also came.

When she saw that Tod and Freddy were in their midst, Lucilla frowned unhappily. But because Tod

and Freddy occupied high positions in the Cao Clan, and they were also her elders, she could only turn

a blind eye to them.

Once they were all settled, Lucilla told the elders about the general situation.

These elders of the Cao Clan were all above the Supernal Stage. Among them, the oldest one was

Elder Xia, who had also reached the Divine Stage, and he could be regarded as the founding member

of the Cao Clan. However, because of his old age, he had been living in seclusion since the accident of

the former chief of the Cao Clan, Lucilla's father. Despite his life in isolation, his influence in the Cao

Clan was no less than that of Lucas, and he had great sway in most of their decisions. That was why

when Tod and Freddy suggested inviting the elders to come, Lucilla was a little worried. That was

because if Elder Xia said something, it was very likely that she would have to hand over her position as

the chief.

"Chief, in this situation, if we don't give Prince Geoffrey a reply tonight, I'm afraid the Cao Clan will be in

danger," Elder Xia said in a hoarse voice after he had been briefed about the whole affair.

"Maybe that is true," Lucilla said noncommittally.

"It's all because the young master of the Qi Clan and you, chief, have been having an amorous

relationship. It's your fault that the Qi Clan has something to take advantage of..." Tod cut in

immediately.

Hearing this, Elder Xia immediately looked at Lucilla, and the other elders also looked at her.

"Elder Xia, it's a conspiracy of the Qi Clan. Besides, I already have someone I love. Why should I have

an affair with Tate?" Hearing this, Lucilla glared at Tod and explained immediately.

"Everyone knows that you were just acting with that Rookie-person!" Of course, Tod didn't believe that

Lucilla was truly romantically involved with Rocky.