Chapter 61 Assistance
The Lin family took away a total of seven shops from Lin Pianran.
The eldest wife took away five rooms, and the second wife took away two rooms. They must all be returned to me as soon as possible.
Lin Pianran said sympathetically, "I know you won't be able to collect this much money in a short time. You can return the money you have to me first, and write me an IOU for the rest!"
"I'm a soft-hearted and kind person. Let's part ways amicably. I won't push anyone too hard!"
Humph! How can it be so cheap?
It’s just a matter of fleecing the sheep, but you can’t fleece them all at once, that would be meaningless.
If the Lin family is pushed into a corner, both sides will be destroyed and the gain will be counterproductive.
Huo Yuchen, King Qi, Baili Qingyun, Shen Xuanzhi and the commander of the Imperial Guard Liu Quanan testified together.
Lin Aodong, Lin Aosong and Zhao Yurou were forced to take out all the silver notes on them. Zhao Yurou even found 600 taels of silver notes on Lin Chuxi, as well as 1,000 taels of silver notes given by Prince Chang, and returned them all to Lin Pianran.
A total of 13,500 taels were collected, and Lin Aodong shamelessly borrowed 5,000 taels of silver notes from Empress Defei.
There is still a shortfall of 84,400 taels of silver, which must be paid off within one month.
Lin Aodong, Lin Aosong and Zhao Yurou were finally forced to write an IOU.
Lin Pianran was very happy when she received the IOU and banknotes, and she put them all in her sleeves.
The matter has come to an end at this point.
Lin Pianran bowed deeply to all the adults who helped to express her gratitude!
"Thank you all for speaking up for me. I will definitely repay your kindness in the future."
The gentlemen politely returned the greetings and left one after another.
Only Huo Yuchen, the eldest princess and Baili Qingyun were left, reluctant to leave and stayed by Lin Pianran's side.
The Lin family suffered a great loss today. Lin Aosong shook his sleeves fiercely and left angrily, not even caring about his brother.
Lin Aodong was so angry today that he vomited two mouthfuls of blood. He was lying on a stretcher, dying and unconscious, and was being carried by the guards.
Zhao Yurou followed the stretcher crying, feeling sorry for the money, sorry for her husband, and full of resentment towards Lin Pianran. All these things piled up together, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.
Lin Chuxi followed them blankly, with no emotion or joy on her face.
Only after seeing that all the Lin family members had left did Huo Yuchen bring the eldest princess over.
"Since you have broken with the Lin family, you must move out of the Lin family's wing."
"You saved the imperial sister, so you are her savior."
"She should take care of you, so you should move in with the princess!"
"In this way, outsiders won't dare to say anything gossipy!"
Originally, Lin Pianran was still thinking about this issue.
Unexpectedly, Huo Yuchen was the first to come up with a solution.
Going to the eldest princess might be a good idea.
Moreover, with the title of savior, he could also shut up the incessant chatter of outsiders.
Lin Pianran decided to accept this arrangement.
"good!"
She smiled faintly, blooming like a flower, dazzling Huo Yuchen's eyes.
He stared at Lin Pianran's face intently and was in a good mood.
Lin Pianran winked playfully at the princess again, "Please take good care of me in the future, Your Highness!"
"Sure, sure! You're welcome, sister Pianpian!"
After he finished speaking, he said, "I'll have someone clean up your room. You can ask my brother to take you back later!"
He left in a hurry and happily.
In Lin Pianran's impression, the eldest princess has always been quiet, dignified and polite.
I didn't expect she had such a lively side.
It's really impressive!
Seeing that everyone had left, Huo Yuchen took a few steps closer and whispered, "I'd like to go with you to move the luggage, okay?"
Lin Pianran smiled and stuck out her tongue playfully, "No!"
"Why?"
"Your status is too high, it will scare people to death!"
"There's no need to mobilize a large force for such a small matter!"
"Just send me a few guards to help. There aren't many things anyway."
After a brief thought, Huo Yuchen understood Lin Pianran's concerns and did not insist any further.
She called five or six capable guards to go with her to move things.
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After separating from Lin Pianran, Huo Yuchen was in a very good mood. He walked slowly towards his palace along the official road alone.
But he was blocked by a woman.
The woman has picturesque eyebrows and eyes, and is charming and pretty. She is a rare beauty.
Especially those eyes, they are very beautiful, and when they move, they always reveal a different kind of charm and style.
Very tempting!
When she saw Huo Yuchen, she was extremely excited, with tears sparkling in her eyes, and she looked even more charming.
The woman took graceful steps and moved closer quietly.
She said anxiously, "Your servant Gu Qingcheng pays homage to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"
"Your Highness, long time no see. I heard that you are much better now."
Huo Yuchen didn't expect that the news of his better health would spread so quickly.
It is estimated that his every move was closely watched by all the court officials.
Thinking of this, I guessed Gu Qingcheng's purpose.
Perhaps there were some tests requested by her grandfather, wanting to know his physical condition.
Or maybe it was Gu Qingcheng's own idea!
Gu Qingcheng is the granddaughter of Grand Tutor Gu and is eighteen years old.
Huo Yuchen glanced at her indifferently and said in a very cold tone, "Well, no need to be polite!"
"The great doctor Baili changed the prescription, and unexpectedly the effect is surprisingly good."
"I fainted and was unconscious yesterday, but today I can walk around!"
"I heard there was an old lady in southern Xinjiang with excellent medical skills. I had already sent people to find her, but I didn't expect that Your Highness would be in great shape."
"This is really exciting news!"
Gu Qingcheng glanced at the two maids behind her and said with a smile, "Your Highness, you are now in good health. You definitely need to replenish your body. I have brought a lot of high-quality ginseng and other precious medicinal herbs to send to Your Highness!"
Huo Yuchen glanced at the things on the tray, just glanced at them lightly, and opened his lips slightly, "Thank you, Miss Gu, but I don't need these, please take them back!"
After saying that, he walked around the master and servants and continued walking forward.
When Gu Qingcheng saw that he was about to leave, she chased him for a few steps and was about to rush forward to pull Huo Yuchen's sleeve.
When she rushed over, Huo Yuchen quickly dodged, turned his head and glared at her indifferently, saying in a warning tone, "Miss Gu, please respect yourself!"
"I've heard for a long time that Miss Gu is now close to His Royal Highness Prince Duan. It seems that good things are about to happen!"
"His Royal Highness Prince Duan has always had a soft spot for Miss Gu. This is truly a match made in heaven."
"On the day of your wedding, I will definitely come to visit you, ask for a glass of wedding wine, and share in your joy!"
After saying that, he continued walking forward.
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