"That’s true, all these high-ranking and noble people care about their reputation. With a huge family behind, who would dare marry a woman who’s lost her virtue before marriage? Isn’t that just asking to be a cuckold?"

"Speaking of which, one can’t help but say, this Little General Pei is truly muddled."

"And it’s not only him. Don’t you all remember a few months ago, when the incident of Su Qianxue losing her virtue at a brothel spread across every corner of the city?"

"Because of it, Duke Ning personally visited to annul her engagement to Young Master Yun. How could Little General Pei still associate with Su Qianxue after her reputation was ruined?"

The person sighed heavily, his face filled with regret, as if he was feeling injustice for Pei Yu.

It wasn’t just him; many spectators were sympathizing with Pei Yu.

To their view, Su Qianxue shamelessly entangled with King Qi, lost her virtue at a brothel, had her engagement annulled, was publicly caught in adultery and surrounded by scandals, deserving to be drowned in a pig cage.

And Pei Yu, well known as a young talent, a promising young general.

Although the Pei Family couldn’t match the political influence of the Su Family, they were also a noble clan. How could the disgraced Su Qianxue be worthy of Pei Yu?

He rightfully should marry a better noblewoman to be his main wife.

"Alas, where is Little General Pei’s battlefield spirit? How could he easily compromise to propose to Su Family’s daughter? My silver..."

Unlike those people, this person lamented simply out of concern for his own silver.

As early as when the scandal spread across the city, bets were made on whether Pei Yu would marry Su Qianxue.

Everyone eagerly awaited developments with ongoing interest, so a gambling house decided to capitalize on it.

However, Pei Yu’s unexpected injury led to rumors that the Su and Pei families had confirmed the marriage, yet there was no movement for a long time, and the wait was both anxious and helpless.

Right as the betting period was about to end, someone saw the Pei Family bringing wedding gifts straight to the Su Family.

Was there finally to be movement?

The news caused an instant sensation, drawing countless bettors and interested onlookers to witness.

This person came running, both for the odds and because he believed in Pei Yu’s spirit, betting not to marry, yet unexpectedly, with today’s development, he was about to lose everything.

Unwilling to accept it, he suddenly shouted out loud.

"Hey, it’s not right, they’re only sending betrothal gifts, not marrying yet, it doesn’t count, doesn’t count. What is a marriage agreement? It can be annulled, can’t it?"

"Didn’t Su Qianxue already have one betrothal annulled with Young Master Yun?"

"Plus, King Qi and Princess Hua Yang also had their engagement annulled, so unless the two enter the bridal chamber, it doesn’t count..."

These words sparked agreement and opposition from onlookers.

The opposition, of course, came from those who bet the opposite of him.

"Quit yelling, this matter is already set in stone. If you have any brains, think clearly, would Little General Pei avoid marrying if Su Taiwei would let the Pei Family go?"

"The wild man at the brothel wasn’t caught, but Little General Pei was caught in adultery publicly."

"Finally catching a victim, does it matter if he’s willing to marry?"

"If he dares not marry, Su Taiwei would surely force him with a blade against his neck. Really, how could you bet on such an obvious losing wager, fool."

There are always haters, like this one here, who barely opens his mouth and gets labeled useless.

"Screw you, do you think you’re smart? You can insult my silver, but never my brains..."

One aggressive guy, sleeves rolled, aimed a punch at the person’s head.

The impending loss of silver was irritating enough, and yet someone dared to insult his intellect at this critical moment—

Adding insult to injury, a double blow that a fiery temper couldn’t tolerate? 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

He might not beat a gambling house, but a weak, shabby passerby—certainly!

The public beating instantly turned the surroundings into chaos.

At the same time, within the Grand Commandant Mansion, a stark contrast to the outdoor chaos.

The elders of the Pei Family presented the betrothal letter and gift list, stiffly flattering the Su couple, but the Su couple faced the valuable array with grim expressions.

The scene, oddly mixed with awkwardness, looked every bit as forced and unpleasant as it seemed to proceed with the marriage.