If word of this reached the Emperor's ears, things would get very troublesome.
Of course, the Emperor would still have to consider the Royal Family's reputation. At the very least, he wouldn't publicly execute Lu Yuan by slow-slicing. But worst-case scenario, he would dispose of Lu Yuan secretly—arranging an "ambush by bandits," having him flayed, or even castrating him and forcing him into palace service.
Don't be fooled by Emperor Gu Yuanzhang's harmless appearance; when he decides to act, he's more ruthless than anyone.
To Su Liyan's mother, it was now as clear as day. Lu Yuan was bound to give this martial arts tournament for marriage a shot. Otherwise, he wouldn't be doing justice to the kiss Yue'Er had just given him.
While Lu Yuan was chatting with his mother-in-law, several Daoists approached. Lu Yuan recognized them as the Daoists from Le Shen Temple, who had come to check on his injuries.
