Xuexue's martial arts were personally taught by him. Although her inner strength is lacking, it's not merely superficial skills. She can still handle ordinary martial arts practitioners without any issue. Yet, to be abducted in such a manner without anyone noticing is truly concerning for Long Rui.
Indeed, the current Emperor is keeping a watchful eye on the War Prince's Mansion. If he learns that the War Prince has an interest in the legitimate eldest Miss of the Situ Mansion, it would be unacceptable. It is well-known that the War Prince wields power across the nation, with most military power nearly concentrated in his hands.
General Situ, however, holds a small portion of the military power.
If the War Prince's Mansion and the General's Mansion were to unite through marriage, the military power in Situ Yongjie's hands would naturally fall into Long Rui's hands.
The Emperor would certainly not want to see such a union and would undoubtedly obstruct it with plots and schemes.
