"Miss, let's go back quickly!"
Caiyun covered her face and lowered her head, afraid of being recognized.
But Mengyao was watching with great interest, especially when she saw Han Luoxue scrambling back into the shop in a sorry state. Mengyao sneered, "You bitch! Why is it that we all have a hard time, but you're the only one living a good life?"
"Don't you like to use that face to seduce people? I'd like to see how you dare to seduce people after your reputation in the capital is ruined?"
"Han Luoxue! I don't even have children, so why do you?"
Thinking that Meng Qing, that bitch, was also pregnant, and that Han Luoxue's belly was even bigger than Meng Qing's, Meng Yao was so angry that she almost ground her teeth to powder.
Why is it that any woman can get pregnant, but she can't?
If there were something wrong with her health, that would be one thing, but the imperial physicians examined her repeatedly and said that there was nothing wrong with her health at all.
This is a joke. Why can't she get pregnant if there's nothing wrong with her?
"Miss, there's such a commotion here, I'm worried someone might come over soon."
There are patrols in the capital, and it would be bad if the government officials came and discovered it.
"Let's watch for a little while longer... Is this little bitch too scared to come out?"
Mengyao felt a little regretful. With so many people around, why didn't anyone push Han Luoxue down?
If she falls over and the little bastard in her belly is lost, that would be even more perfect.
"But……"
Before the little girl could say anything more, Mengyao slapped her across the face: "Shut up!"
After saying this, she looked over with renewed interest, praying in her heart that Han Luoxue would come out quickly, or that the people outside would be able to help her break in!
The law does not punish the masses. Even if this shop is attacked, the government can't do anything about so many people, right?
Mengyao's idea was good, but unfortunately, no matter how much the outsiders incited them, not all the ordinary people lost their minds.
Someone tried to rush forward, but was pulled back by those around them, who whispered, "Are you crazy? What kind of shop is this? You dare to rush in?"
Although they are ordinary people, they are not unaware of who owns the shop.
The person being pulled hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Whose house are you talking about?"
"The Zhou family, the Zhou family that stands by the Crown Prince's side."
“They are not only close to the Crown Prince, but also relatives.”
"Aren't you afraid they'll retaliate later?"
The man quickly withdrew his foot; it was best not to cause trouble like this. The Zhou family's influence was too deep; he didn't want to be retaliated against.
Mengyao waited in the shadows for a long time, but didn't see them enter the shop. She cursed them as useless and hurriedly ran away with her maid.
It would be troublesome if she were discovered here.
Not long after they left, Zhou Yuan arrived in a hurry with his men. They were from the capital's governor's men. Seeing the soldiers arrive, the onlookers quickly scattered, and several who were slow to run were captured.
"Sir, we just came to join in the fun, we didn't do anything!"
"Exactly, we're just here to watch the fun!"
"Don't arrest us, we didn't do anything!"
The arrested man shouted loudly, but the officers ignored him and threw him to the ground with an over-the-shoulder throw.
Only after seeing that everyone outside had been brought under control did the shop doors open.
The area in front of the door was a mess, and even the walls were covered in filth.
Seeing the disheveled state of everything, Han Luoxue's gaze turned cold. She'd better not let her find out about this person, otherwise…
"Snow Girl, are you alright?"
Upon hearing the news, Zhou Yuan hurriedly went to find someone. Although he had guards at home, he thought there were too many unruly people around, so he went to find the Prefect of the Capital.
Because I ran so fast and was worried about something happening, I was covered in sweat when I got here.
Zhou Yuan took two deep breaths and gasped for air before he felt himself recovering.
"fine!"
Han Luoxue was also in a bad mood, having been targeted time and time again, and the worst part was that she didn't know who was targeting her.
"Let me take you home first. But your yard..."
Having been in business for so many years, Zhou Yuan knew something was wrong this time. If they could lure people here to cause trouble, they might have also found out about Han Luoxue's courtyard.
The key issue now is the child; Han Luoxue can't afford any more trouble.
"It's alright, there are plenty of people in my yard!"
"No, that's too dangerous. What if someone goes there at night? What will you do then?"
Zhou Yuan still disagreed. After thinking for a moment, he said forcefully, "Come home with me. Stay at the Zhou family's place for now."
At this point, why bother avoiding suspicion? Safety first!
"That's right, Xue'er, why don't you come and stay at my house?"
Zhou Jie was also very uneasy; this person was too vicious.
Han Luoxue was about to decline when someone suddenly ran over from outside.
Who is Han Luoxue?
The newcomer's voice was somewhat high-pitched, and although he was dressed in ordinary clothes, his behavior was anything but ordinary.
"I am……"
Han Luoxue stepped forward, and the newcomer's gaze fell on her, scrutinizing her more closely. He clicked his tongue and said, "No wonder he was..."
He stopped talking abruptly, then raised his head and said arrogantly, "Her Majesty the Empress requests your presence, Miss Han, please come with me!"
Han Luoxue looked at the person who came in, puzzled. She didn't understand what this person meant, and what the Empress wanted to see her for.
Zhou Jie stepped forward and poked her waist, muttering softly, "The Empress is really quick; she actually knows about the rumors outside."
Han Luoxue was speechless when she thought about the current rumors.
These are all rumors, baseless accusations, deliberately targeting her. Why would the Empress come here to join in the fun?
The baby in her belly moved a few times, seemingly sensing her unease.
Han Luoxue reached down and gently patted her abdomen a few times to soothe her. She secretly wondered to herself, could she refuse the Empress's summons?
But going to the palace would be too dangerous.
"My lord, those rumors are all false. I am not acquainted with the former Crown Prince."
Han Luoxue still didn't want to enter the palace; in her mind, the empress wasn't a good person either.
"I won't concern myself with that. Miss Han, you should go and speak to Her Majesty the Empress yourself!"
Han Luoxue was at a loss at this point; she could only look to Zhou Yuan.
Zhou Yuan frowned, but he couldn't stop it.
"Miss Han, the sedan chair is all ready for you. You'd better hurry. Her Majesty the Empress is still waiting for you in the palace."
As he spoke, the father-in-law glanced at Han Luoxue's slightly protruding belly, his expression unreadable, as if he were thinking something.
Han Luoxue still went to the palace with him. Zhou Yuan didn't dare to delay and hurriedly went back to inform the old lady.
Zhou Jie wanted to go along too, but with what happened at the store today, she could only carefully comfort everyone.
Du Linlang couldn't come today because of something, but the shop was unusually busy.
The soldiers had already left, and the maids in the shop hurriedly went out to clean up the mess outside.
The ladies on the third floor also came over with gossipy expressions. One of them took Zhou Jie's hand and asked curiously, "Miss Zhou, is the child in Madam Han's belly really the former crown prince?"
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