She could choose not to attend the Gu family's banquet, but she couldn't just ignore the matter of the wooden sign.
After much deliberation, Lu Anning finally suggested to Tang Jingyuan that he still wanted his second uncle to see the wooden plaque with his own eyes. Perhaps he could figure out something. However, it was not convenient for him to return to Jiangcheng now.
Seeing Lu Anning was in a dilemma, Tang Jingyuan immediately contacted Xiang Yang.
"If you're relieved, I'll have Xiang Yang go to Ronghua Garden in person. He's coming to Kyoto to celebrate the old man's birthday. When the time comes, have him bring some things with him so you don't have to worry about it every day."
"May I?"
"I trust Xiang Yang."
After resolving Lu Anning's concerns, Tang Jingyuan took her on a thorough tour of Kyoto, visiting a different destination every day. For seven days, Lu Anning felt she had tasted all of Kyoto's specialties. It was the first time in her life that she felt so at ease.
On the night when the Gu family held a high-profile banquet, Tang Jingyuan took Lu Anning out. However, when they drove down the mountain, they went to the most prosperous night market in Kyoto. The lights were bright and the whole street was filled with the rich smell of fireworks. The two of them were dressed casually and shuttled among the crowd, with smiles on their faces that could not be suppressed.
At this moment, Lu An Ning felt that they were just ordinary lovers in the vast sea of people, holding hands. Although they didn't know what the future would hold, at least they were happy at the moment.
That night, a pair of fragrant fresh delicacies were placed in front of Mr. Tang. There were many kinds of delicacies, and each one was just enough for the old man to try. Even with such a small amount of food, the old man couldn't stop laughing, and he didn't ask about the banquet anymore.
The next day, the whole city was talking about the grand banquet held by the Gu family last night. The scene was so magnificent and spectacular. The young lady of the Gu family was bright and noble, a real little princess.
Many of the prominent children in Beijing's inner circle were flocking to her, like a star among stars, but the young lady from the Gu family wasn't attracted to any of them. The opening dance she was supposed to perform with someone ended up being a solo.
Some people said that Miss Gu originally planned to dance with the third young master of the Tang family. But who knew that after the invitations were sent out, the arrogant third young master didn't even show up that night and didn't give the Gu family any face at all. Isn't it obvious that he doesn't want to marry into the Gu family?
When talking about the third young master of the Tang family, everyone talked about it with great relish.
Everyone knew he was the son of Miss Tang Si, carrying the Tang surname. He was the most favored young man in the Tang family, and was highly regarded by Old Master Tang. He was the third oldest of the Tang family's young men, and everyone used to call him "Little Third Master."
This young master had a brilliant life since he was young. While others were still studying, he had already graduated early and was sent to the army by his father for training. It was said that the military commander had chosen him and wanted to keep him. For some unknown reason, he suddenly came back and did not stay in Kyoto, but went to Jiangcheng instead.
I heard that this is where his father is.
To this day, there are still many people saying behind Mr. Tang’s back that it’s not worth it. The person he raised with so much trouble will eventually have to return to his own home. A grandson is, after all, a grandson.
The Tang family didn't care about this. They continued to favor the young third master. The young third master's status was as stable as Mount Tai and almost no one could shake it.
This time, he came back to celebrate Mr. Tang's birthday. The Gu family had invited him specifically, likely hoping to rekindle an old relationship and use it as an opportunity to marry the two young people. The alliance between the two families would allow them to rule Kyoto from now on. Who knew that this young master wouldn't give him face?
For a while, everyone in the circle was talking about it.
On the headlines, Lu Anning stared at the smooth back in the photo and fell into deep thought.
This Miss Gu was quite mysterious. Even the news media only captured a close-up of her from behind, yet she exuded an air of nobility. However, as she watched, an idea grew stronger and stronger in her mind.
picture!
They look so similar!
At first glance, Lu Anning almost thought that the person in the photo was Lu Yunxi who jumped into the sea.
She held the tablet, looking around, and then covered her head with it. When Tang Jingyuan came out of the shower, he saw her sitting alone in a rattan chair, studying something, and she didn't even notice he was coming.
She was startled by the sudden hug and heard the man's teasing laughter.
"Look at which man, so absorbed?"
"Here! The little princess of the Gu family."
Tang Jingyuan took the tablet, glanced at it casually, and sighed softly, "It's over! These days, husbands have to be wary of not only men but also women. In short, anyone who's too pretty is out of the question."
Lu An Ning immediately understood the deeper meaning behind his words and, suppressing her laughter, rolled her eyes at him, "Be serious! Take a closer look at this photo. Does this figure from behind look familiar to you?"
Tang Jingyuan didn't care at first, but after being reminded by Lu Anning, he looked at the photos carefully and soon found something wrong.
"Do you think this back looks like Lu Yunxi?"
Tang Jingyuan said the name in Lu Anning's mind, and the atmosphere in the room became depressing.
"It's just a back view, it doesn't mean anything. That's the Gu family!"
As one of the most powerful families in Kyoto, who would dare to impersonate the Gu family and treat them like fools?
Even if there are some characteristics that can confirm the identity, it is difficult to avoid paternity testing.
There is no way Lu Yunxi could have such great ability!
The two quickly denied their inner speculation. From carefully planning her fake death, she needed to come to Kyoto alone, appear with a new identity, and then gain the trust of everyone in the Gu family. There couldn't be any mistakes in every link.
It would be impossible for Lu Yunxi to do it alone.
Lu Anning comforted himself: "Maybe I'm overthinking it. People are similar, not to mention it's just a back view."
Even though she said this, Lu Anning felt a little regretful in her heart. If she had known earlier, she should have gone to the Gu family banquet with Tang Jingyuan to join in the fun.
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