Chapter 102 Beware of Weeds Growing on Your Head!
Lin Wan'er raised her head and said, word by word:
"My granddaughter is not shameless. Her actions were a setup, and behind this matter lies the life and death of my Lin family!"
Then, she slowly rolled up her sleeves, revealing the bright red mark on her arm.
Lin Chengzong and Lin Yuanshan were both taken aback.
"Grandfather, you are wise enough to know that your daughter's innocence is still intact. Last night, both Li Mo and I were given a strong drug and were in a daze. If it weren't for your daughter splashing cold water on her face and trying her best to control herself, we would have been doomed by now. This is not because your daughter is immoral, but because someone deliberately framed her, trying to destroy the pearl of the Lin family and cut off the arm of the Lin family!"
Lin Chengzong's gaze sharpened as he stared intently at the mark of virginity: "Framed? Who is so audacious?"
Lin Wan'er shook her head, "This matter still needs to be verified. But Grandfather, why now of all times? And why Li Mo of all times?"
"Li Mo is the son of the Minister of War, and his father's influence in the military is not to be underestimated. If my granddaughter really 'gets together' with Li Mo, then my Lin family will have no choice but to be tied to the Li family."
Currently, the struggle between the Crown Prince and the Third Prince in the court has reached a fever pitch. The Yongning Marquis's family is a staunch supporter of the Crown Prince. Although you, Grandfather, remain neutral, your prestige makes your stance extremely important.
"If, at this time, the granddaughter who might have married into the Yongning Marquis's family instead marries into the Li family, the Minister of War, what would that mean to outsiders?"
This means that our Lin family may have sided with the camp that opposes the Crown Prince!
This plan kills two birds with one stone: it destroys the possibility of a marriage alliance between my granddaughter and the Marquis of Yongning's family, drags our Lin family into the vortex of the succession struggle, and may even arouse suspicion and suppression from the Crown Prince's faction against the Lin family!
Lin Chengzong's eyes deepened, and he slowly sat down, his fingers unconsciously tapping the table.
Lin Yuanshan was also stunned.
"Go on."
Lin Wan'er continued, "And the number of people who can do this and hope to see this result is not large."
"The Third Prince is the most suspicious. He failed to win over the heir of the Marquis of Yongning, so he turned to marriage alliances to try to undermine the power of the Crown Prince's faction and forcibly bring neutral forces into his camp."
"So, what do you intend to do?" Lin Chengzong finally spoke, his voice low and deep.
"Let's turn the tables and go with the flow," Lin Wan'er said decisively.
"Grandfather, my reputation has been damaged. Marrying into the Li family is the most direct way to salvage the situation and preserve the family's honor. But we cannot suffer this loss for nothing!"
She knelt on the ground and solemnly kowtowed, "Granddaughter is willing to temporarily agree to a marriage with the Li family to buy time and space for grandfather and the Lin family. In secret, granddaughter will try to gain the trust of the Li family and become grandfather's ears and eyes in the enemy camp, passing on messages at critical moments, which may be able to deliver a fatal blow to the enemy!"
Lin Chengzong remained silent.
In the study, only the occasional crackling of the candlelight and Lin Yuanshan's slightly heavy breathing due to tension could be heard.
Lin Chengzong's scrutinizing gaze fell on Lin Wan'er. His initial anger had faded, replaced by caution, deliberation, and a barely perceptible sense of amazement.
He did indeed place high hopes on this granddaughter, feeling that she was opinionated and no less capable than a man.
I also admire her courage and ruthlessness, as well as her clear-headed and cold-blooded understanding of the situation.
"Get up."
After a long silence, Lin Chengzong finally spoke, his voice tinged with weariness, yet all the more authoritative.
"Do you know how dangerous this road is?"
"The Li family is not monolithic. Li Mo is a playboy, but his father, Minister Li, is shrewd and calculating. Once he discovers your true intentions, have you considered the consequences?"
"Granddaughter knows." Lin Wan'er raised her head, her eyes clear and her voice firm.
"But it is precisely because of the danger that it is worth the gamble. Besides, Li Mo has long admired my granddaughter, and my granddaughter is confident."
Lin Chengzong nodded, pondered for a moment, and finally exhaled a breath of stale air.
"good."
"This matter will be handled as you say."
Lin Wan'er bowed deeply: "Granddaughter, thank you for your kindness, grandfather."
——
Soon, the news that Lin Wan'er was getting engaged to Li Mo spread like wildfire throughout the capital.
The happiest person was none other than Li Mo.
During this period, he walked with an air of superiority, believing he was about to reach the pinnacle of his life.
Lin Wan'er was the most outstanding among the noble ladies of the capital, both in terms of talent and appearance. She was someone he had admired for many years. Now, the most beautiful woman in the capital was going to marry him—a dream come true.
On this day, Li Mo was in a great mood and invited his friends to the most famous Wangjiang Tower in the capital for a banquet. It was called a small gathering, but in reality, it was to celebrate that he was about to win the heart of his beloved.
During the meal, Li Mo was full of ambition. Listening to the flattery and envy of his friends, he drank a few more cups and became even more smug and oblivious to his surroundings.
"If you ask me, it has to be Brother Li who is more skillful, winning over Miss Lin without making a sound."
"She's the most beautiful woman in the capital! From now on, when Brother Li takes her out, I wonder how many people will be envious!"
Li Mo listened, feeling completely at ease, and proudly swirled his wine glass: "Fate, it's all fate, it just happened, you can't stop it!"
As the group was chatting animatedly, the curtain to the private room was lifted, and a commotion erupted.
It turned out that Xiao Jingxuan had brought Zhao Rui, Sun Wei, and others to this restaurant for a meal.
The two groups met unexpectedly, and the atmosphere suddenly became somewhat awkward.
Xiao Jingxuan already disliked Li Mo's smug and arrogant attitude, and when he thought about how Lin Wan'er had once coveted his elder brother, but was now going to marry this guy, he was even more displeased.
He raised a brow with his almond-shaped eyes, a hint of roguishness in his expression, and said sarcastically, "Oh, who's making such a big fuss here? Turns out it's Young Master Li celebrating his 'big joy' in advance?"
Li Mo's face darkened: "Xiao Er, what do you mean?"
“没什么意思。”萧景轩双手抱臂，笑得十分的欠揍：“就是好心提醒你一句，这娶媳妇儿啊，最重要的是两情相悦，娶个心里压根没你，指定还怎么恨你的媳妇回去，李兄，你这以后的日子……啧，当心头顶长草啊。”
Li Mo instantly flew into a rage, slammed his hand on the table, and stood up abruptly:
"Xiao Jingxuan! What the hell are you spouting?! Are you looking for a beating?!"
Just as Li Mo was about to rush over, his friend held him back tightly.
Xiao Jingxuan, however, was not afraid of him. Instead, he raised his voice, his tone carrying a knowing mockery:
"I'm talking nonsense! Li Mo, don't you know perfectly well what's going on? Everyone knows you only managed to marry Miss Lin because you got incredibly lucky. You forced the Lin family to give in through that little bit of 'intimate contact.' Do you really think she was interested in you?"
Seeing that Li Mo's eyes were red with anger, Xiao Jingxuan felt particularly relieved and continued to grin wickedly, delivering the 'fatal blow'.
"If you're not convinced, go back and try it tonight. Look at your pure, proud, and arrogant fiancée. Does she even let you touch a single hair? If she does, then I, Xiao Jingxuan, am talking nonsense. I'll make you do a handstand and wash your hair in public!"
"But if she doesn't let me... hehe..."
Xiao Jingxuan's meaningful, malicious "hehe" sound was like two red-hot steel needles, piercing Li Mo's heart.
Those unspoken words were more lethal than any language.
"Xiao Jingxuan! I'll fuck your grandpa!"
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