Chapter 509 The Emperor's "Favoritism"

Bai Ming was very satisfied with the stack of talismans Ning Bao had taken out.

"Junior Sister, you're too kind. I won't stand on ceremony with you. I'll accept these talismans."

I can tell my junior sister is someone who can't sit still. She can just tell me when she runs out of cinnabar and yellow paper.

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Ning Bao and the others have been back in Beijing for a few days, but Gu Yunrou hasn't dared to visit them.

That day, she made a low-key visit and immediately showered Ningbao with praise.

"She's really blossomed into a beautiful young woman. Ningbao has become more and more beautiful. If I ran into her outside, I definitely wouldn't recognize her."

Ningbao clung to Gu Yunrou's arm, acting all cute and affectionate.

"Aunt Gu is getting younger and younger."

Gu Yunrou held Ningbao's hand with extreme affection.

“I wanted to come over the day you returned to Beijing. I remember how convenient it was when we were in Chuyun Village. We could visit each other with just a few steps.”

But now I have too many things I can't control, and there are countless eyes watching me from the shadows. I'm really afraid of causing you trouble.

Su Jingshu glared at Gu Yunrou.

"You're talking nonsense again. We've been friends for so many years, why would I be afraid of causing trouble?"

Besides, the old Prime Minister Gu and my father-in-law used to have a very good relationship. Although they always argued when they met, everyone knew that they had a good relationship.

And then there's the Xue family... Fortunately, the Xue family has been exonerated now. Although the older generation is gone, it doesn't affect our interactions as young people.

Based on the relationships with the older generation, even if we don't keep in touch, no one will believe us. It's better to visit each other openly and honestly.

We're in a good mood and enjoy every day, let them be envious and jealous.

Don't leave today. Have lunch and dinner here, and go back after you've eaten your fill.

"If you don't want to go back, I'll just prepare a courtyard for you to stay in. Those stupid rules don't matter to us anyway."

Gu Yunrou smiled and shook her head.

"Eating here is fine, but staying here is not necessary."

"Those restless fellows in our household will start jumping around again then..."

Actually, Gu Yunrou had another matter to attend to today besides visiting Ning Bao and Su Jingshu.

"Sister Su, I want to ask the Prince about something."

Su Jingshu hurriedly sent a servant to Zhou Chengxing's study to deliver a message.

Zhou Chengxing, who was working in his study, was not surprised when Gu Yunrou called him. He took the message he had just received that day and walked to the backyard.

Gu Yunrou saw that Zhou Chengxing didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point.

"Your Highness, I have received news that Shen Muxuan has hired many assassins to kill Yang'er."

I haven't received any letters from Yang'er recently, and yesterday I even sent all my bodyguards out to look for him.

But there's still no news. I'd like to ask Your Highness if you have any connections to help me find out anything.

Zhou Chengxing handed over the secret letter in his hand.

"This is what I just received today, take a look."

Gu Yunrou took the letter from Zhou Chengxing. It was short, only a few lines long. She glanced at it, folded it up, and returned it to Zhou Chengxing.

"Does Your Highness mean that the person mentioned in the letter who accepted the secret mission is my Yang'er?"

Zhou Chengxing nodded.

"Exactly."

As for what the Emperor's purpose is, to be honest, I can't figure it out either.

However, I'm sure Mu Yang is fine now. You don't need to worry about that illegitimate son in your household; he's no match for Mu Yang.

By the way, recall your bodyguards as soon as possible, and don't let them leave your side easily during this period.

You should be aware that with the Second Prince's release from confinement, the situation in the court is becoming increasingly tense.