Zhu Ying was startled. Her clear, cold eyes narrowed into slits, and her hands, hidden under the blanket, trembled violently.
After a long silence, Zhu Ying finally uttered a single word, "Yes."
Gu Qianlu glanced at her sideways, noticing the fear in her expression, and said disdainfully, "So it really is her."
"On the surface, she appears gentle and kind, but inside she's a poisonous lotus. I wonder what Chen Jinheng saw in her?"
"They've been through thick and thin together, so naturally they have a good relationship."
Zhu Ying murmured, a look of deep envy on her face.
"Really? You really think so?" Gu Qianluo sneered.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Ying's eyes showed a hint of wavering. She hugged her knees and said softly, "Perhaps."
"Bamboo Shadow! Let's not talk about Lin Ruoyan for now. You only have two choices: first, stand on the same side as me; second, disappear from this world."
After speaking, Gu Qianluo raised an eyebrow and glanced at Zhu Ying, then brandished the sharp sword in her hand.
A glint of sword light flashed in Zhu Ying's eyes, and she suddenly buried her head between her knees, her mind filled with a myriad of thoughts.
After a moment of silence, Zhu Ying gave a bitter smile. "Are there any other options?"
“Bamboo Shadow, I heard that there was an old woman who took care of you back in your hometown.”
Upon hearing this, a kind face suddenly flashed through Zhu Ying's mind.
"Ying'er, you've grown up. From now on, you'll have to walk your own path!"
"Grandma Jiang, don't worry, once I find a job, I will definitely send you my monthly wages."
Thank you for taking care of Zhuying over the past few years. Please take good care of yourself!
Bamboo shadows pulled her back to reality, meeting Gu Qianluo's cold gaze. She said coldly,
"Gu Qianluo, I, Zhuying, will take responsibility for my actions. If you want to kill me, then kill me. Don't take your anger out on others."
"Death is easy, but living is hard. Although she was not your close relative, you treated her like your own grandmother."
I heard that her two sons have not returned since they joined the army.
If you die, who will take care of her?
Upon hearing this, Zhu Ying's eyes suddenly turned bloodshot, and she quickly knelt before Gu Qianluo, pleading pitifully.
"Gu Qianluo, I have nothing left."
You can kill me, but please don't hurt Granny Jiang. I'll agree to anything you ask!
Seeing Zhu Ying yield to her, Gu Qianluo abruptly sheathed her sword, helped her up with both hands, and said sternly,
"Alright! From today onwards, you must listen to me in everything."
In return, I will send someone to deliver the monthly allowance to Granny Jiang regularly.
"Fine! I agree." Zhu Ying coldly agreed, her eyes seemingly filled with resentment.
"Alright, now tell me Lin Ruoyan's true identity in detail!"
With Gu Qianluo's help, Zhu Ying stood up, gathered her thoughts, and slowly began to speak.
"Lin Ruoyan was originally the renowned head of the Divine Martial Hall, and the daughter of Lin Zhongjin."
Lin Zhongjin was a martial arts champion and originally served as a lieutenant general under the general on the battlefield, as well as a favorite of the Marquis.
However, due to Lin Ruoyan's extremely weak health, Lin Zhongjin retired from the military and returned to his hometown to open Shenwu Hall at the height of his career.
Because Lin Zhongjin had saved Prince Qi's life, the late emperor had arranged a marriage between Prince Qi's illegitimate son and the Lin family.
"The illegitimate son of the King of Qi? Is he the Valley Master of Mo Gui Valley?" Gu Qianluo asked.
"It was him."
"Lin Ruoyan, like General Chen, grew up on the battlefield from a young age, and their growth experiences were very similar."
It's perfectly reasonable to say they were childhood sweethearts.
Lin Ruoyan had been in love with General Chen since childhood. Taking advantage of her father's proposal of a marriage alliance, she deliberately tested General Chen's feelings for her.
However, General Chen said...
Memories of Bamboo Shadows:
"Ruoyan, if you really don't want to get married, you can just tell your master. Why do you need me to put on this show?"
"Jinheng, the woman in your heart is probably already married. Are you going to wait for her your whole life?"
"Ruoyan, how can marriage be treated so lightly? Mo Gui is the son of the King of Qi, and the King of Qi is a meritorious official who served the king."
Your lack of manners will only anger the King of Qi.
"At that time, our Chen and Lin families may suffer misfortune."
Outside the military tent, Zhu Ying, as Chen Jinheng's personal bodyguard, kept a close watch on the surrounding dangers.
Suddenly, a tall and imposing figure approached. Zhu Ying raised her eyebrows and saw the legendary playboy, Mo Gui.
Mo Gui was over twenty years old, with handsome features and a rugged face, always appearing unkempt.
Zhu Ying's heart sank, and she quickly reported to the two people inside.
"General Chen, Miss Lin, Young Master Mo Gui has arrived!"
Upon hearing this, a hint of joy flashed in Chen Jinheng's eyes, and he quickly turned around and walked out of the military tent.
Upon hearing this, Lin Ruoyan had an idea. Taking advantage of Mo Gui's approach, she grabbed Chen Jinheng's waist from behind.
Chen Jinheng frowned and said in a low voice, "Ruoyan, let go!"
"Jinheng, don't go! Just act with me for a little while longer!"
Mo Gui's tall figure had just stopped outside the military tent when he saw this scene, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
"Chen Jinheng! What do you mean? You just wait!"
After uttering a cold remark, Mo Gui left without looking back.
Seven days later, his marriage to Lin Ruoyan was canceled for unknown reasons.
Lin's father was imprisoned for colluding with rebels. No matter how much the Marquis's family pleaded for him, the emperor still sentenced him to death, and the Lin family fell into ruin.
"Did Lin Ruoyan's father really collude with bandits?" Gu Qianlu asked involuntarily upon hearing this.
"Yes and no. Lin Ruoyan's birth mother, Liu Jinyin, is the head of Xuanyan Pavilion."
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