Chapter 144 I want to beat you regardless of the occasion.
Chu Nan felt a pang of pain in her heart. Is it true that if she becomes someone's concubine, she will never be able to make a breakthrough?
Why is this world so unfair!
In this extreme anger, rationality was thrown out of the window. "My sister has been married for half a year, and there is no sign of pregnancy. Could the earlier rumors be true? Is the prince really inhumane?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the originally noisy banquet scene instantly fell into deathly silence.
Everyone widened their eyes and looked at Chu Nanxin in shock, as if they couldn't believe their ears.
Although Chu Nanxin was a concubine's daughter, she was brought up in pampered condition. There was no clear distinction between legitimate and illegitimate children in the Chu family.
Now, Chu Nan is pregnant and she is really dreaming of becoming an honored mother because of her son.
She really felt that Gu Junze was inhumane and that Chu Ruohan would never be able to have children in her life.
Chu Ruohan's originally elegant face also became gloomy. She raised her eyes and looked at her directly. Has Chu Nanxin forgotten the pain again because the wound has healed?
The ladies present were watching and thought that a concubine dared to provoke the Crown Prince's wife. It was really unruly.
"What is this? Do you think you can say anything about it, Prince?"
Chu Ruohan stood up and took a few steps forward. "How dare you, a concubine, behave yourself and speak so arrogantly! The prince is Gu Chengyan's elder brother and the pillar of the Marquis's mansion. How can you slander him so casually?"
"If I don't punish you severely today, where are the rules of the Gu family?"
Chu Ruohan ordered in a cold tone, "Ruyan, slap her! Let her learn a lesson and know what to say and what not to say."
"yes."
Song Ruyan had long felt that this face deserved a slap. She twisted her wrist, wondering what strength to use.
Seeing this, the color on Chu Nanxin's face instantly drained away. This woman was very skilled in martial arts. Would she still be alive after being slapped like that?
I regretted it in my heart. Why did I say such a thing?
Her eyes widened, her face full of horror, her body shrank back uncontrollably, and she kept begging for mercy.
"Sister, please don't hit me. I really know I was wrong. Please, forgive me this time..."
Song Ruyan didn't stop because of her pleading. He grabbed her collar and pulled her upright.
Chu Nanxin's body kept shaking, tears welled up in her eyes, and her eyes were full of fear.
"Pa!" Song Ruyan slapped Chu Nanxin in the face, causing his head to tilt to the side, and a trace of blood instantly seeped out from the corner of his mouth.
Chu Nanxin let out a shrill scream, and a bright red slap mark immediately appeared on her face. Her originally pretty face became distorted and hideous.
Tsk, you hit me too lightly.
"Snap!" There was another crisp sound, and Chu Nanxin's other cheek also swelled up. A few strands of hair stuck to his face covered in tears and blood, making him look extremely embarrassed.
A tooth was knocked out.
"stop!"
Gu Chengyan's face darkened. "Chu Ruohan, you vicious woman! You are Chu Nanxin's elder sister. She's pregnant. How could you have the heart to do that to her?"
"If something happens, can you afford it?"
Chu Ruohan sneered, her eyes full of disdain, and said: "I am the wife of the prince of Anyang Marquis Mansion first, and then I am Chu Nanxin's eldest sister."
"No matter which side you look at it from, she made a mistake, and it's only natural for me to teach her a lesson."
He took a step forward, almost face to face with Chu Ruohan, "Don't use the rules of the Marquis' Mansion to pressure me!"
Chu Ruohan remained calm and dignified. She raised her chin slightly and said, "There are no rules without them, and no one can be an exception. She was restless and stayed in her room, insisting on running out."
"If I let her off easily today, everyone in the mansion will follow her example, acting recklessly and speaking without restraint. Where will the dignity of the mansion be? Where will the family's reputation be?"
"Third brother's manners need to be improved. He keeps calling me Chu Ruohan. Is this your upbringing?"
"you……"
The ladies around were originally whispering, but now they all quieted down, their eyes moving back and forth between Chu Ruohan and Gu Chengyan, wanting to see how this conflict would end.
These ladies agreed with Chu Ruohan's words. As the mistress of the house, it was indeed necessary for them to maintain the rules and dignity of the Marquis' Mansion.
What's more, this kind of punishment is light for some concubines.
Gu Chengyan was left speechless by Chu Ruohan's words, but the anger in his heart did not diminish in the slightest.
He gritted his teeth, suddenly turned around, and carefully picked up Chu Nanxin. Chu Nanxin leaned in Gu Chengyan's arms, sobbing weakly, her eyes full of resentment towards Chu Ruohan.
"Husband, it hurts so much..." Chu Nanxin said in a weak voice with tears in her eyes.
"Where does it hurt? I'll take you to see a doctor."
Gu Chengyan hugged Chu Nanxin and left quickly.
Chu Ruohan looked at the backs of the two men and sneered in her heart.
Gu Chengyan, just protect her. You will find out later that the baby in Chu Ruohan's belly is not yours.
I’m really looking forward to it!
The servant came hurriedly and reported respectfully: "Madam, the banquet is about to begin."
Chu Ruohan nodded slightly, turned to face the ladies, and regained her gentle and generous smile on her face. She said softly, "Ladies, please come in!"
So, led by her, the ladies walked slowly towards the banquet with graceful steps.
As you step into the banquet hall, you will see bright lights and a table full of delicious food emitting an enticing aroma.
The guests took their seats one after another, with laughter and joyful chattering.
Gu Junze took Chu Ruohan's hand and walked to an old man with white hair and a youthful face. "Han'er, this is my enlightenment teacher, Xu Daxueshi."
Upon hearing this, Chu Ruohan immediately bowed respectfully, "Master Xu, I have long admired your great name. It is truly my great honor to meet you today."
Xu Daxueshi raised his hand slightly, indicating that Chu Ruohan should excuse herself from the formalities. With a kind smile on his face, he said, "You are too polite, Madam Crown Prince."
Seeing this, the guests nearby echoed, "So, Prince Gu is a disciple of Grand Secretary Xu. No wonder he took first place in this imperial examination! With such a good teacher, it's hard for him not to excel."
Xu Daxueshi stroked his beard and waved his hands repeatedly, "He is extremely intelligent. I have only taught the prince a few characters. I am not worthy of the title of his teacher."
"Teacher, you are too modest."
"You have written beautifully since you were a child, and now it has the style of a master." Grand Scholar Xu looked at Gu Junze with a smile, his eyes full of admiration.
"Teacher, you are too kind. I just practiced a few more strokes in my spare time. My calligraphy skills are still far from yours."
A small figure ran over, Gu Yun's face full of excitement, his eyes sparkling, "My handwriting was taught by Daddy, and it's also very beautiful. Daddy said it's better than his."
"Oh, the prince's child is already this big? Look at how smart he is, he will definitely be as successful as the prince in the future."
As soon as I said it, I felt something was wrong.
Didn't Gu Junze get married this year? This child looks like he's already four or five years old.
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