"Madam, General Gu is here!"
Gu Jiu looked delighted.
Xiao Qin'er wanted to meet General Gu, so she stayed and didn't leave.
Liu Yi had the same idea.
Gu Ting was invited into the East Courtyard.
"younger sister!"
My sister has changed. She is now elegant and graceful, with a dignified demeanor.
She is no longer the weak sister who needs his protection.
"elder brother!"
Gu Jiu laughed loudly, his eyes shining.
Gu Ting also laughed, and the cheerful sister in her memory returned.
He grinned widely, "I'm back!"
"Yeah! I'm glad you're back."
The brother and sister couldn't hide their excitement when they met, but they both chose to restrain themselves.
"This must be General Gu." Liu Yi came to the side hall.
Gu Jiu suppressed his emotions and solemnly introduced both parties.
"Brother, this is the Fourth Prince, and this is Madam Yi. Fourth Prince, this is my brother Gu Ting, serving in the army in the northwest."
"Greeting you, General Gu!"
"Greetings to the Fourth Prince's wife." Gu Ting observed the etiquette strictly.
"General Gu, you're too polite."
Liu Yi looked at Gu Ting calmly, what a heroic man he was.
Many years ago, Liu Yi met Gu Ting.
At that time, Gu Ting was just an ordinary official's son. Although he had experience in the Beijing camp, he did not seem to have any outstanding qualities.
After not seeing each other for several years, the unremarkable Gu Ting has grown into a real young General Gu who is upright and capable of keeping the area safe.
"General Gu is so majestic!"
"Your Highness the Fourth Prince, thank you for your kind words!" Gu Ting said neither humbly nor arrogantly.
Liu Yi nodded. "You two siblings haven't seen each other for many years. I'm sure you have a lot to talk about. I'll take my leave now. General Gu will stay for a drink tonight. I'd like to toast you three cups."
Gu Ting laughed. "I have another banquet tonight. It was already scheduled yesterday and it's hard to reschedule. Why not wait until my wedding? I'll toast to His Highness three times."
"Okay! It's a deal."
Liu Yi takes Xiao Qin'er away.
"My brother left six or seven years ago. I thought I'd never see him again in my lifetime."
As Gu Jiu spoke, his eyes began to turn red and tears welled up in them.
"Why are you crying, sister? Liu Zhao bullied you? I'll beat him up." Gu Ting yelled, just like the reckless boy he was back then.
Gu Jiu was amused and wiped his eyes. "Don't blame Liu Zhao for anything that happens. He has never provoked you before. You should beat him up as soon as you come."
"My sister actually spoke up for him."
Gu Ting looked dissatisfied.
Gu Jiu didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "I will speak for him, and I will speak for you. I am crying because I am too excited."
In her heart, the only relative she truly related by blood was Gu Ting.
When Gu Ting returned, the empty space in her heart was instantly filled.
"Don't cry, sister! I can stay for three months this time. I'll come to visit you when I have time."
Gu Ting was a little at a loss.
Gu Jiu nodded heavily, "Brother, have some tea. Did you have a smooth journey back to Beijing this time? I feel bad thinking about you having to hurry on your journey despite the heavy snow outside."
Gu Ting laughed heartily and patted his chest, "Don't worry, a mere snowstorm is no problem for me. I've experienced weather ten times worse than this."
Gu Jiu looked at Gu Ting, who had obviously become much stronger. His face was as handsome as ever.
All the members of the Gu family, both men and women, are good-looking.
Thanks to the ancestors of the Gu family.
"It's been a long time since I've been stared at like this. I feel a little embarrassed." Gu Ting touched his head and felt a little embarrassed.
Even if the person staring at him is his own sister.
Gu Jiu pursed his lips and smiled, "When did brother become so shameless?"
Gu Ting chuckled, "You know, in a military camp, you're surrounded by rough men. It's rare to see a woman. I've suddenly returned to Beijing, and I haven't adjusted yet. I'm sorry to have made a fool of myself."
Gu Jiu smiled secretly, "Is my brother also so thin-skinned when he is with Miss Pei?"
"That's different."
Gu Jiu smiled knowingly, "I was worried that you would remain single forever, but I didn't expect you to find your marriage on your own. Brother, you're amazing!"
"Hahaha, it's just average."
After saying this, Gu Ting still felt a little scared.
The days of being repeatedly inspected by my brother-in-law and father-in-law are so miserable!
Fortunately, he will be able to marry Pei Man home soon.
Thinking of this, Gu Ting smiled triumphantly, feeling very proud.
Lin Shuping walked into the side hall and said, "Madam, His Highness invites General Gu to the bedroom to speak."
Gu Jiu said to Gu Ting, "Liu Zhao is not able to move around easily right now, but it's not intentional. Come with me to see him."
Gu Ting grinned, very happy, "I know. When I came back, I heard people say that he was beaten with a stick in the court and couldn't get out of bed for a while. Hehe..."
Gu Jiu glared at him and said, "Put away your smile. Don't look so gloating when you see him."
Gu Ting laughed out loud, "When I think of him getting beaten, I can't help but laugh."
Gu Jiu held his forehead.
Lin Shuping, who was serving beside him, had an indescribable look on his face.
Your Highness will meet General Gu later, and I'm afraid he will be upset.
Gu Jiu led Gu Ting to the bedroom.
"I thought you had forgotten me!" Liu Zhao complained in a low voice, as if he was acting coquettishly.
Gu Ting refused at first. "Why, I just had a chat with my sister, and you still have objections? My sister and I haven't seen each other for many years. Let alone just a chat, even if it's for a whole day and a night, you have to hold it in."
Liu Zhao stared at his brother-in-law Gu Ting with a depressed look on his face.
You start to argue with him as soon as you meet him. We must have been enemies in our previous life.
Gu Jiu: "..."
She is so embarrassed to be caught in the middle.
"You guys chat slowly, I'll go to the kitchen to see when the banquet can be prepared."
The heartless Gu Jiu ran away.
Now it was Gu Ting's turn to feel upset, "How could my sister treat me like this!"
He looked at Liu Zhao with disgust.
Liu Zhao bared his teeth.
The two equally distressed men sighed in unison.
Gu Ting sat down on the stool beside the bed and kicked the bed, "You won't die!"
Liu Zhao rolled his eyes at him. He thought that if he had such a brother-in-law, he would live three days less.
He said unhappily, "Don't worry, you won't die."
Gu Ting grinned, "As long as you don't die, that's fine. Can you drink at my wedding? If not, don't go."
"Drink! Of course you can drink." Your Highness will drink you to death. Liu Zhao gritted his teeth.
Gu Ting had a look of anticipation on his face. "This beating of yours came at the perfect time. When I went out today, I ran into a few old friends, and they all said that His Majesty had disliked you and that you should step down from the court."
Liu Zhao chuckled twice, "Are you happy that I'm unlucky?"
Gu Ting said quickly, "When we first met, I felt that you deserved a beating. After waiting for so many years, I finally got a beating in court. Of course I'm happy!"
Liu Zhao leaned sideways and stared at Gu Ting, "Don't forget that Xiaojiu and I are husband and wife. We prosper together and suffer together."
"So what! My sister is so capable, she might be better off without you."
"How can there be a brother-in-law like you in the world? Instead of wishing Xiaojiu well, you only hope that she and I will have a big fight. I'm unlucky, but outsiders are happy. But you're just joining in the fun. Where are you sitting? Don't you realize that your position is very problematic?"
"I don't think there's anything wrong with my stance. Your misfortune might be a good thing for my sister."
Liu Zhao snorted, "Absurd!"
Gu Ting chuckled, "In the past, my sister's property needed your status as the emperor's grandson as a backing. Now, my sister's property can be completely independent of your status as a prince. Even if she is not the prince's wife today, the court and His Majesty will still value her as always."
Liu Zhao shook his head. "You're wrong! Without my status as a prince, Xiao Jiu is at best a businessman. The court and my father have a hundred ways to deal with businessmen. In just a few moves, they can seize Xiao Jiu's property."
To avoid having his property taken away, Xiaojiu still needs to find a backer. I, a prince, may seem useless, but in reality, my status as a prince is the foundation that has allowed Sihai Trading Company to survive for so many years. If I were to truly be in trouble, do you think those jackals, tigers, and leopards would let Sihai Trading Company go?
Do you know how many people in the capital alone are jealous of Sihai Trading Company and dream of swallowing it up one day? As long as His Highness is here, those people will be afraid and dare not act rashly. His Highness is Xiaojiu's anchor."
Gu Ting frowned slightly.
He said solemnly, "I don't believe my sister hasn't considered this issue. She can't possibly pin all her hopes on you alone. I believe she should have made preparations long ago. Even if she leaves you, she still has ways to intimidate wolves and tigers."
I have to say, Gu Ting’s truth is revealed.
As expected of brother and sister, Gu Jiu understands Gu Ting, and Gu Ting also understands Gu Jiu.
Gu Jiu would never put all his eggs in one basket.
Although Gu Ting didn't know what Gu Jiu's plan was, he firmly believed that Gu Jiu would have a way to turn the tide after Liu Zhao got into trouble.
He was full of confidence in Gu Jiu.
Nothing can stump my sister. Not even the emperor.
He trusted her so much because they were brother and sister.
Liu Zhao laughed when he heard this. "You're right. If I were really unlucky, Xiao Jiu would have the means to protect herself. But that day will never come. Because I will always be at the forefront, protecting her from the wind and rain."
Gu Ting stared at the injured part of Liu Zhao, with disbelief written on his face.
"This beating in court is no small feat. The wind direction in the capital is about to change. Are you sure you can still protect your sister from the wind and rain?"
Liu Zhao sneered, "Do you really believe the rumors in the market and think that His Highness is doomed?"
"Even if it's not over, it won't be the same."
Liu Zhao shook his head, "You are wrong! In the past, Your Highness was both a prince and a court official, so he had to abide by the rules of the court. But now, Your Highness is no longer a court official, but just a prince. I have no more restraint in my actions. I can act as arrogantly and domineeringly as I want, and the court officials can't do anything to me.
Because this is the privilege of a prince. I cannot use this privilege while wearing the skin of a minister. Without this skin, no one can stop His Highness from being a dandy prince. Do you understand?
Gu Ting nodded, he understood.
In the past, he was also a playboy and acted recklessly.
Now that he is a military general, he is still himself, but he cannot do what a playboy can do.
But compared to the prince, he was just a little dandy. He said he could do whatever he wanted, but in fact, there were many things he couldn't do.
As a prince, if Liu Zhao really wanted to become a playboy, there was almost nothing he could not do except rebel.
All the playboys in the capital will be in trouble then.
In terms of background, who can compare with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince?
Gu Ting vaguely guessed Liu Zhao's intention, "Are you really planning to be a playboy?"
Liu Zhao laughed heartily. "Although dude is annoying, he's also reassuring enough. Brother-in-law, you should understand this."
Gu Ting smiled and said, "Be careful when playing with fire."
"It can't be burned!" Liu Zhao said in a loud voice.
Gu Ting was silent for a moment, then said solemnly, "No matter what you decide to do next, I have only one request: don't let my sister worry, and don't get her into trouble."
"I can't guarantee that she won't worry. The only thing I can guarantee is that I won't implicate him. I will bear all the consequences alone."
Gu Ting chuckled, "This is why I've always been against my sister marrying you and why I've always disliked you."
Liu Zhao snorted, clearly jealous.
Brother-in-law and the like are so annoying.
Two little heads were sneaking around behind the door.
Yu Ge'er held Heng Ge'er's hand and laughed secretly.
Gu Ting turned around suddenly and stared at the two children.
Yu Ge'er hurriedly stood in front of Heng Ge'er to protect him.
Gu Ting suddenly laughed, changing his serious expression, "Brother Yu, Brother Heng?"
Yu Ge'er nodded.
"I'm your uncle, come here quickly. I've prepared a gift for you."
Yu Ge'er hesitated.
Brother Heng kept digging and digging, and finally got out, laughing and drooling.
Brother Heng is teething recently and has a lot of saliva.
When Gu Ting saw the two children, he fell in love with them at first sight.
He walked over, holding one in each arm, and both children giggled.
Yu Ge'er and Heng Ge'er, who were originally shy, suddenly became close to their uncle the moment he picked them up.
Without any reason, I accepted this bearded uncle in an instant.
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