At this moment, downstairs at Wanchun Tower.

A large group of people surrounded Wanchunlou.

Everyone on the first floor was gathered together, and the person in the lead showed his waist badge.

"I have been ordered to arrest a high-ranking criminal in the court. I ask for your cooperation. After the investigation is completed, you will be released."

After he finished speaking, everyone groaned in despair.

Faced with so many armed guards, they dared not say a word. They could only carefully cover their eyes and huddle together, afraid that they might offend these fierce and menacing soldiers.

Gu Jingchun, who was upstairs, had just put on her veil when she heard the commotion downstairs, and her eyebrows furrowed slightly.

What happened?

"This servant will go and take a look."

As Lan Xin was about to leave, she opened the door to the private room and saw that Luo Ziqian, who had just left, had returned.

What happened?

Seeing the anxious look on Luo Ziqian's face, Gu Jingchun asked first.

Luo Ziqian was panting heavily, clearly having run all the way back.

“A group of soldiers came and surrounded the entire Wanxiang Tower. I was worried that it was not safe for you two women to be here, so I came back to keep you company.”

Upon hearing this, Lan Xin was very grateful to Luo Ziqian, but still spoke up:

"Young Master Luo, although you are thinking of my young lady, if others find out that the two of you are meeting alone, it may be bad for her reputation!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Ziqian slapped his head.

I was careless!

He was so worried about her safety that he forgot about the woman's reputation.

When Gu Jingchun saw Luo Ziqian's face full of frustration, he offered some words of comfort:

“Young Master Luo is very righteous. However, Wanxianglou is a mixed bag. Now, as long as you leave this private room, neither of us will be suspected.”

"Yes." Luo Ziqian suddenly realized and hurriedly opened the door to go out, but he quickly peeked out and then quickly shrank back.

"No, there are soldiers outside now, I can't get out."

Luo Ziqian scratched his head, looking somewhat lost.

Gu Jingchun paced back and forth in the room twice, his gaze falling on the bustling street outside the window, where he saw a man dressed in a dark robe being escorted in by a group of people.

The man possessed an extraordinary air about him. Although Gu Jingchun couldn't see his face clearly, he could still sense the unique aura of a superior being emanating from him.

Recently, she heard that several foreign spies had come to Tiandu and had stolen the city's defense map. The Emperor was furious and ordered the Crown Prince to investigate the matter thoroughly.

The one who can now so openly surround the entire Wanxiang Pavilion and command the utmost respect from officials must be none other than His Highness the Crown Prince of Dacheng Kingdom, who is deeply loved by the court officials and the people.

In her previous life, after Gu Jingchun returned to the Marquis's mansion, she was arranged to be married off. After the marriage, she was kept in the mansion by the Third Prince for many years.

Aside from seeing the prince's back on the day of her wedding, she had never met this virtuous and talented prince.

She had heard that the Crown Prince was known for his self-discipline, humility, and benevolence; he was skilled in governing the court and pacifying the country.

Five years ago, the Crown Prince personally led troops and spent a year pacifying the border, earning him the deep love and respect of the people.

The ministers in the court followed his lead and even boasted that with such a wise and intelligent crown prince, Dacheng could secure its foundation for the next hundred years.

If the Crown Prince himself comes to arrest them.

Gu Jingchun had a sudden inspiration.

"I have an idea."

Meanwhile, outside the private room...

Tianji was following behind Shen Hechuan, explaining in a low voice:

"Your Highness, the downstairs area has been thoroughly checked, and there are no abnormalities. Now, only these private rooms remain to be checked."

The shopkeeper said that everyone inside was a prominent figure, and they couldn't just barge in without offending them; therefore, they had to carefully check each person individually.

Shen Hechuan nodded, and as he spoke, he stopped in front of one of the private rooms.

The guard pushed open the door to the private room, and a woman wearing a veiled hat appeared to be startled and suddenly threw herself into the man's arms.

The man quickly shielded the woman and roared, "Where did this blind fool come from, scaring my beauty?"

As she spoke, she turned to look at the newcomer. When she saw Shen Hechuan's face clearly, she first gave Shen Hechuan a silent wink before kneeling down and bowing to the woman.

"I...I didn't know it was Your Highness who came here. I have offended Your Highness. I hope Your Highness will forgive me."

Shen Hechuan scrutinized Luo Ziqian carefully, his brows furrowing slightly.

If he remembered correctly, Luo Ziqian now prefers men, and this is common knowledge throughout the land.

Because of this incident, Minister Luo was impeached by the censor, which caused him to lose face completely.

But now he was entangled with a woman, which made him frown slightly and ask another question.

"Young Master Luo, you... now also enjoy women?"

Shen Hechuan considered his words for a moment, his tone slightly hesitant.

Luo Ziqian looked up to reply. He noticed Shen Hechuan's scrutinizing gaze and even gave Shen Hechuan a silent glare before speaking:

"Go back to Your Highness..."

Luo Ziqian paused, somewhat hesitant to speak, but then he glanced at Gu Jingchun, who had kept his head down the entire time, closed his eyes, gritted his teeth, and said:

"Actually, I not only like men, but also... women."

After saying this, Luo Ziqian lowered his head, as if he had lost all his strength and ability.

He was certain that after today, there would be even more rumors about him.

He sighed inwardly, hoping that when he got home, his father would be gentler when he did it.

Upon hearing this, Shen Hechuan paused for a moment and couldn't help but glance at him again.

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