Chapter 277 Du Ruoling regretted it, is she still the same crazy person?

"Could it be that you're tired of being a princess and want to go back to your old love?"

Du Ruoling's face turned pale and blue in an instant, as if she had been slapped hard in the face.

Her breathing was rapid and her chest heaved.

"That's none of your business!"

She forced herself to remain calm, then changed the subject, her eyes sharply scanning Chu Ruohan's lower abdomen.

"The villagers of Niutou Village also said that you are pregnant."

"Whose child is this in your belly?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Doctor Qian, who had been standing quietly behind Chu Ruohan, changed his expression slightly.

Only then did he realize that the young lady was pregnant.

Almost subconsciously, Doctor Qian took a step forward and wanted to check Chu Ruohan's pulse.

Chu Ruohan raised her hand and stopped him calmly.

She didn't want to argue with Du Ruoling anymore and just said it lightly.

"I've been pregnant for over a month."

"At that time, Gu Cheng'an had not yet separated from you."

"Whose child is this?"

These words were like a thorn, piercing Du Ruoling's heart accurately.

Her face turned pale and her lips moved a few times, but she couldn't say anything to refute.

Yes, a month ago, Gu Chengan was still by her side, and she chose to give up.

"So you're back, where's Gu Cheng'an?"

Du Ruoling's voice trembled slightly, as if she was still holding on to the last glimmer of hope.

"Where did he go?"

Chu Ruohan slowly stood up, straightened her sleeves, and left only a cold word.

"He is still a wanted criminal of the imperial court. How would I know where he has gone?"

"Perhaps, only by completely disappearing can I get rid of the entanglement of certain people."

After saying that, she stopped looking at Du Ruoling's distraught look and turned around to leave.

Gu Cheng'an had finally gotten rid of the trouble of Du Ruoling, and Chu Ruohan would never let him fall into her control again.

When she reached the door, Chu Ruohan seemed to remember something, stopped, and looked back at Du Ruoling who was still sitting stiffly in the same place.

"Now, can you tell me what the plan you proposed to the Emperor is?"

"Is that firearm really as powerful as the rumors say?"

However, Du Ruoling seemed to have not heard her words at all.

She just stared blankly at the jade pendant on the table, her eyes empty and her face full of despair.

It was as if all my strength and energy were drained away in an instant.

Chu Ruohan felt a headache when she saw her like this.

It was she who betrayed Gu Cheng'an, chose wealth and glory, and despised him for not being able to give her a stable life.

Now he has gone to great lengths to climb to a high position by stepping on Minister Liu, but now he acts as if he is regretting and reluctant. Who is he acting for?

Nothing is more complicated than this.

Chu Ruohan did not stay any longer and left the inn with Doctor Qian.

Du Ruoling was the only one left in the private room, silently weeping over the cold jade pendant.

Returned to Hongmeng Academy.

When I pushed open the gate, it creaked and startled a few fallen leaves.

The courtyard is still the same courtyard, with winding bluestone paths and a few sparse plum trees still lingering with fragrance.

The air was filled with a faint scent of dust and grass.

Everything was almost exactly as she had left it.

But Chu Ruohan stood there and felt unfamiliar.

Things have changed and people have changed, that's about it.

She raised her hand, and her fingertips unconsciously fell on her still flat belly.

It's warm there.

She is nurturing a new life, a blood bond between her and Gu Junze.

Doctor Qian followed her, looking at the empty courtyard and sighing in his heart.

When I entered the house, the simple furnishings were still there, just covered with some dust.

Chu Ruohan found a chair and sat down, feeling a little tired.

Doctor Qian took a step forward, his expression somewhat serious.

"Young Madam, please extend your hand."

Chu Ruohan followed his instructions and stretched out her wrist, placing it on the edge of the table.

Doctor Qian held his breath and placed three fingers gently on her pulse.

After a long time, he withdrew his hand, his brows slightly furrowed.

"The young lady had signs of miscarriage before, and the fetus was unstable."

"Maybe he's tired from the journey and his mind is agitated."

Chu Ruohan's heart tightened slightly, and her fingertips curled slightly.

"What now?"

"Fortunately, the fetus is now more stable."

Doctor Qian's tone slowed down a bit, but he was not completely relaxed.

"It's just that your body is still a little weak and can't withstand the tossing."

"From now on, you must rest and rest. Don't overwork yourself, and don't let your emotions fluctuate too much."

Chu Ruohan lowered her eyes, looked at her belly which was not yet showing, and nodded.

"I see."

She needs this child.

She must protect this child.

My eyes swept across this familiar room, but I could no longer find a sense of belonging.

This huge Anyang Marquis Mansion is now just an empty shell.

Gu Junze is not here.

This is not home anymore.

She needs a truly safe place where she can rest and take care of her baby.

Chu Ruohan let out a breath slowly, having made up her mind.

It's time to go back to the Chu family.

The furnishings in the study are simple yet elegant.

Seeing his daughter come in, Father Chu put down the account book in his hand and asked with concern: "What did the emperor say?"

Chu Ruohan told her father everything.

After hearing this, Father Chu pondered and said, "Your Majesty is hedging his bets."

"Why do you say that, father?"

"On the one hand, we sent Gu Junze to lead the troops to Pingzhou, and on the other hand, we used Du Ruoling to prepare the so-called killer weapon."

Father Chu stood up and paced around the study. "If Gu Junze wins, the emperor will be very happy. If Gu Junze loses..."

"Then Du Ruoling's ultimate weapon will come into play." Chu Ruohan continued his father's words, his heart chilled.

"Exactly." Father Chu sighed, "In this world, the most ruthless person is the emperor."

"Father, I want to know what method Du Ruoling offered."

Father Chu: "Don't worry, I will send someone to investigate. However, Han'er, your first priority now is to take care of yourself and the baby in your belly."

Chu Ruohan nodded.

As the sky gradually darkened, Yuling came in with dinner. Seeing Chu Ruohan standing in front of the window in a daze, she said softly, "Young Madam, please have some food."

Chu Ruohan came to her senses and sat down at the table, but found that she had no appetite.

"Young Madam, you have to take care of yourself for the sake of the little master in your belly." Yuling said with concern.

Speaking of the child, Chu Ruohan reluctantly ate a few bites.

At this moment, there was a sound of footsteps outside, followed by Chu Yueshu's voice: "Sister, can I come in?"

"Come in."

Chu Yueshu pushed the door open and saw her sister's haggard face. She felt distressed: "Sister, have you seen the emperor? Is the letter left by the princess useful?"

Chu Ruohan smiled bitterly: "The emperor said he has his own considerations."

"This..." Chu Yueshu bit her lip, "Then my brother-in-law..."

"The Emperor won't let him go easily." Chu Ruohan's voice was terrifyingly calm, "Unless Duan Qingye surrenders, or something else happens."

Chu Yueshu held her sister's hand tightly: "Sister, don't worry, my brother-in-law is so powerful, he will definitely come back safely."

Yingqing will definitely come back safely...