Chapter 432 Indirect Approach

In fact, Gu Jin didn't think that much about it. He just thought that Yun Yichen was right. The royal family was like a plague, and if the plague wasn't eradicated, things would only get worse.

The best way to solve all this is naturally to first remove the rotten parasites and bring fresh blood into the royal family.

Upon hearing this, Gu Shuyan assumed that Gu Jin was supporting Yun Yichen's rebellion, which was why she had such a frightened expression.

"Shu'er, what's wrong with you?"

Gu Jin looked over with some worry, and Gu Renjie, who was deep in thought, couldn't help but look up at her as well. Seeing her unpleasant expression, Gu Renjie said before Gu Shuyan could speak, "Father, there's plenty of time in the future. Let's discuss some things later."

Although Gu Renjie didn't know what was wrong with Gu Shuyan, he could tell from her expression that Shuyan probably had other ideas.

Gu Jin wanted to say something more, but when he met Gu Renjie's eyes, he didn't say anything more.

"Alright, let's set that matter aside for now and talk about the Wei Kingdom's visit to pay homage!"

Gu Jin changed the subject, intending to divert Gu Shuyan's attention. However, Gu Shuyan's expression darkened further upon hearing this. "Father, are you saying that the State of Wei is paying tribute to the Great Zhou? This shouldn't be happening at this time!"

The State of Wei is quite powerful, even slightly stronger than the State of Zhou. Now that the world is at peace, there is really no need for the State of Wei to send envoys to the State of Zhou.

Moreover, in Gu Shuyan's memory, the Wei Kingdom had never sent an envoy to the Great Zhou in her previous life. Could it be that her rebirth has changed many things?

Gu Shuyan was lost in thought, unaware of the surprised expressions on Gu Renjie and Gu Jin's faces. While it was somewhat unusual for the Yan Kingdom to send an envoy to the Great Zhou, was Shuyan's reaction perhaps too much?

"Does Shu'er know the purpose of Wei's visit this time?"

Although Gu Jin knew that Gu Shuyan, a young lady from a secluded family, could not possibly know about other countries, for some reason, he always unconsciously felt that Gu Shuyan knew more than he did.

Furthermore, the fact that Wei's mission to the Great Zhou was so sudden, and based on his many years of understanding, and the fact that the Wei ruler was unlikely to do such a thing, Gu Jin felt that Wei's visit this time must have some unknown purpose.

“Father, I am just a young lady confined to my room, how could I know such things?”

Gu Shuyan realized she was getting a little too excited, so she scratched her head sheepishly.

"Alright, it's not appropriate to tell you about this. How about this, I just happened to find some good tea that I haven't had a chance to taste yet. Why don't you brew a pot for me and your brother?"

Gu Jin thought about it and agreed. He then pointed to a tea canister not far away, indicating that it was the new tea he had brought back that day.

Gu Shuyan knew that Gu Jin was trying to get rid of her, so she nodded, picked up the tea canister, and went out.

Once only Gu Renjie remained, Gu Jin spoke up, saying, "Although the world is at peace and there are no wars among the nations, the fact that Wei has suddenly sent people here suggests they may have some ulterior motive. Furthermore, the Crown Prince of Great Zhou has just been deposed, leaving the position of heir apparent vacant. If Wei seizes this opportunity to interfere, Great Zhou may be in grave danger."

Gu Jin's words were not merely about the political situation at court; they were also a sincere warning to Gu Renjie about the current predicament. While the current emperor may not seem to lack sons, very few are truly capable of handling important matters.

The deposed crown prince is mediocre and incompetent, the third prince is treacherous and vicious, and the fifth prince will stop at nothing. None of them are suitable to be the next ruler.

“Father, I thought you knew my feelings.”

Gu Renjie understood Gu Jin's meaning, but he didn't care at all who the next ruler would be. Even if his indifference ultimately led to the Great Zhou becoming a victim of others' power struggles, he would not waver in the slightest.

As the son of the Gu family, all he wanted to do was be a good eldest son of the Gu family, nothing more.

Gu Jin looked at Gu Renjie and sighed helplessly, "As your father, I am powerless to make any decisions for you, but I still hope you can think about it carefully."

"Thank you, Father. My mind is made up, and I hope you will grant my request," Gu Renjie said, clasping his hands in a fist salute.

This was the first time Gu Renjie had expressed his thoughts to Gu Jin. In the past, when Gu Jin was alone with him, he would unconsciously hint at his thoughts.

His answer back then was ambiguous, so Gu Jin wasn't sure what he was thinking. But now Gu Renjie had truly expressed his wishes, and Gu Jin naturally couldn't force him to do something he didn't want to do.

"Let's go, Shu'er's tea is almost ready, let's play a game between father and son."

Seeing that Gu Jin had a smile on his face and was not unhappy with his answer, Gu Renjie's expression relaxed slightly.

"Okay." A rare smile appeared on Gu Renjie's usually stern face.

Gu Shuyan stayed in Gu Jin's study for quite a while before returning to her own courtyard. As soon as she entered, Pearl rushed over.

"Miss, an invitation has arrived from Minister Sun's residence."

"Have you said what it is?" The situation in the court has been unpredictable lately, and the various mansions that used to love holding banquets have all quieted down.

However, the fact that Minister Sun's residence sent an invitation at this time surprised Gu Shuyan.

"She said that Miss Sun wanted to invite Miss to go on a picnic together."

Every year at the end of February or the beginning of March, many young men and women would indeed go on outings together. But now it's already April, what exactly is the Sun family up to?

Furthermore, with the crown prince just deposed and the emperor feeling depressed, wouldn't it be too much for the Sun family to be doing this at such a time?

Did they say which day it was?

Although Gu Shuyan had doubts, she had no intention of refusing.

Now that she has severed all past grudges with the Li family, it will be time for that scumbag to pay the price. With the deposed crown prince down, Lu Yuanbin is naturally pleased, but Lu Youming also needs to rise again. Therefore, she needs to be prepared for the next war without gunpowder.

"The messenger said it would be in three days. The exact time is written in the note. Miss, you can see it when you enter the room."

Pearl followed Gu Shuyan into the house, then took out the invitation from the table and handed it to Gu Shuyan. Gu Shuyan took it and smiled immediately.

She said that Sun Ruoyun couldn't possibly act so recklessly, and sure enough, with Sun Ruoyun's intelligence, she would never do anything that would give others a handle to use against her.

"Miss? Should we agree?" Pearl looked at the strange smile on her young mistress's lips, unsure of what Gu Shuyan meant.

Although Miss Sun never left a bad impression on her, for some reason, Pearl always felt that Miss Sun was not someone easy to get along with. Especially her eyes, which seemed unfathomable even when she stared at them, which was truly frightening.