The two stood one in front of the other, surrounded by lush greenery and the vibrant spring scenery, creating a unique and charming atmosphere.
"Actually, there's something I've always had a question about."
Gu Jinchuan only came to his senses now.
"I'm all ears."
Jiang Shuman turned around. She had a striking and distinctive look, the kind of beauty that leaves a lasting impression at first glance.
"You met the Imperial Preceptor the day you entered the palace, didn't you? I know he was once a slave in the Duke of E's mansion. Why did you have the servants beat him that day?"
Gu Jinchuan's expression changed upon hearing this.
"Time has passed, why does the princess inquire about the past again?"
Jiang Shuman didn't miss the anger in his eyes. "I was angry that day and acted impulsively. After thinking about it carefully, although we didn't get along before, you weren't arrogant or domineering. You would never beat someone up for no reason. What did he do wrong to make you so angry?"
Gu Jinchuan's expression stiffened, and he looked away. "Princess, just consider it me abusing my power. Now that he has risen to prominence, if he wants revenge in the future, I will accept it."
Jiang Shuman: "..."
Normally, she would have already started cursing.
I took a deep breath, and just as I was about to speak, I heard—
[Because the male lead tried to seduce his cousin, and was discovered, he was enraged and subjected to a barrage of humiliation. The male lead, already somewhat corrupted by then, couldn't hold back and retorted, resulting in him being beaten.]
Jiang Shuman was shocked, then strode out of the pavilion and sure enough, she saw the two little ones eavesdropping on the rocks.
She lifted them both up, one in each arm, and glared at her younger sister, scolding, "Who told you to bring the princess here? What if she accidentally falls?"
The two children are incredibly audacious, not even bringing a maid.
Gu Jinchuan was also shocked. He hadn't even noticed that there were other people nearby. He walked over and bowed.
"Your humble servant greets Princess Fule."
The fifth princess tilted her head, her large, clear black and white eyes looking at the two of them with innocent naivety.
Are you two whispering to each other?
Gu Jinchuan's expression was somewhat unnatural.
Jiang Shuman was still pondering her sister's words. No wonder Gu Jinchuan remained silent; such matters, if spread, would certainly damage the girl's reputation. Since ancient times, marriage between the noble and the lowly has been forbidden. When Wen Zhixuan fell into poverty and became a slave, Gu Jinchuan saw it as an attempt to curry favor with him.
In his anger, Gu Jinchuan's words were sure to be piercing to the heart.
Wen Zhixuan's counterattack is likely to be equally impressive.
Well, it turns out she was just being nosy.
As a result, they ended up saving an ungrateful wretch who almost killed their whole family.
Bah, you dog of a man.
"The banquet is about to begin, let's go back."
Jiang Shumiao's eyes lit up immediately, and she grabbed the Fifth Princess and ran back.
Jiang Shuman: "..."
"She really is a foodie."
Gu Jinchuan followed silently behind her. In the past, he would always deliberately provoke her, using old grudges as an excuse. He would be sharp-tongued, but secretly he was happy to see her. Now that he had no excuse, and the elders were even trying to match them up, he hesitated.
Jiang Shuman suddenly turned around and said, "I'm sorry, I was rash that day. Please don't take it to heart, Your Highness."
Gu Jinchuan had never heard Jiang Shuman say a single soft word, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings.
"Your Highness is too kind. It's nothing serious, so why should we take it to heart?"
Of course, I should keep it in mind.
He would cherish every memory he had with Jiang Shuman, good or bad, etched in his heart and reminisce over and over again.
The two resolved their misunderstanding and shook hands to make peace.
On the other hand, Lu Yanhe was feeling very bad.
That day, he secretly went to see Shen Zhixian, but somehow his mother found out and scolded him again.
Before he could figure out where the news had slipped through, one day his mother returned and told him, "Stop thinking about your frail and helpless sister Zhixian. She already has someone she loves. The Imperial Preceptor even dared to refuse the princess's marriage for her sake. Can you possibly compare to such deep affection?"
Lu Yanhe was shocked.
"The Imperial Advisor?"
Princess Huaiyang glanced at her silly son, her tone full of disdain, "Your aunt is too proud and looks down on Wen Zhixuan, who has no background. She broke up the couple and almost caused them to break up. Even your uncle was moved. He personally promised that he would bestow a marriage upon them after your sister Zhixian finished her mourning period."
Lu Yanhe was stunned, as if struck by lightning.
"No, impossible! I don't believe it! Zhi Xian was clearly forced..."
Princess Huaiyang couldn't help but slap him hard on the forehead. "Did I lose my mind when I gave birth to you? If she was forced, would she have kept this bastard in her womb? Don't tell me she's kind and merciful, and the child is innocent. Let me ask you, in this capital city, under the Emperor's nose, what audacious lecherous thief would dare to break into the residence of a high-ranking official and harm a noble lady? Even if the Shen family is a small household, they still have a thousand guards. Would they let a thief break into her boudoir?"
Lu Yanhe was stumped by the question and couldn't answer it for a moment.
Princess Huaiyang continued, "With your dull and foolish appearance, who else would they lie to if not you? Her mother even dared to harm the Empress. If your grandmother hadn't swallowed her pride and begged the Duke of E, Jiang Sixian's grave would be overgrown with weeds by now. And you still call her 'aunt' like a treasure, treating her two-faced daughter like a precious gem. With your character, you still dare to look down on Manman—"
At this point, the eldest son of the Huaiyang family became truly angry, slammed his hand on the table and said, "Manman was such a good girl, and you ruined her yourself. I feel ashamed when I see Huyang now. You stay at home and reflect on your actions. You don't need to go to the Ministry of Rites anymore. Tomorrow I will go to the palace to ask my brother the Emperor to remove you from your post. You need to learn how to be a decent human being first."
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