Chapter 54: Gu Zhen Complains

"Besides, this is just the worst-case scenario."

"Gu Huai is the prince carefully nurtured by the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. He may not necessarily go crazy. It is also possible that we are worrying about nothing." Lu Mingchao raised his face and smiled sweetly.

"Although I often think that I am a little bit pretty, I am not that attractive."

It was already afternoon, and the light snow on the roof began to melt, like a light rain, dripping down the eaves like silk threads, layer upon layer.

To people's ears, it sounds like pearls falling on a jade plate, adding a bit of coolness.

Xie Yan and Lu Yao looked at each other and laughed to themselves.

Gu Zhen's appearance in Changxi Village is a signal in itself.

Xie Yan raised his hand and tucked the hair that had fallen on Lu Mingchao's temples behind his ears, then he lowered his head and looked at the upturned face in front of him with a smile.

The most striking thing about her fair jade-like face is her pair of bright and clear eyes. Sometimes they are like a clear spring. When she smiles, the wind makes the water sparkle. He can't help feeling happy just by looking at her quietly.

Sometimes it is like green leaves growing towards the sun, overflowing with omnipresent vitality, which will subconsciously infect the people around it, fearless of wind, frost, rain and snow, and grow vigorously and tenaciously.

How could Gu Huai, a gifted man who had everything he wanted easily at his fingertips, give up such a good person so easily?

If he was really so bored and indifferent to the Ming Dynasty as the rumors said, he would not have come here with such self-contradictory hints.

Perhaps, Gu Huai was absolutely confident and arrogant, even with a secret joy in his heart, and he firmly believed that Gu Zhen could bring the Ming Dynasty back to the capital and fulfill his awkwardness that was difficult for him to show to others.

However, what Gu Zhen brought back was the news of Ming Dynasty's marriage.

Gu Huai's self-confidence, arrogance, and secret joy will all turn into anger and obsession.

Very mean.

Xie Yan curled his lips and said calmly, "What Ming Chao said makes sense."

Lu Yao: It makes him seem superfluous.

However, to be honest, the picture of Chao Chao and Xie Yan standing together is particularly pleasing to the eye.

"I hope Lu Miao's skill in pestering and tormenting people has not been lost."

With Lu Miao around, Gu Huai can expect a headache.

…

Go to the capital city.

Gu Zhen drove slowly through the majestic and ancient city gate and once again returned to the emperor's feet amidst the bustling crowds of people and traffic.

The brazier on the carriage was already a pile of ashes. Occasionally, there would be sporadic flickering fire, which would eventually turn into ashes and merge into the ashes.

The wind blew up the curtains. Gu Zhen poked his head out and pointed at a figure not far away who had jumped on a horse and was galloping away with his hands on the horse's belly. He curled his lips in displeasure and said, "Is that the guard from our house?"

Gu Zhen was asking the question even though he knew the answer. It was a question, but there was not a trace of doubt in his tone.

The guard driving the car outside was startled and stammered, "I think so."

Gu Zhen frowned slightly, his brother really spared no effort.

After lowering the car curtain, Gu Zhen leaned back on the cushion and closed his eyes to rest. The constant stream of hawkers' cries and the playing of children on the long street gradually smoothed Gu Zhen's wrinkled brow.

Changxi Village has its own advantages.

Shangjing City also has its advantages.

But Lu Mingchao chose Changxi Village, so we should respect Lu Mingchao's choice.

Lu Mingchao was never a servile person who could be summoned and dismissed by his brother at will.

Time passes little by little.

Gu Huai finally received the news that the car was coming to Beijing, and he couldn't help but feel a little happy.

"No need to say, where are the azure brocade robe and white fox cloak that were delivered yesterday?"

Without saying a word, he lowered his head and found it quickly.

He was not optimistic.

Ah Qiu should have sent back news about Miss Lu as soon as possible, but to this day, no letter has been sent.

If nothing unexpected happens, then something must have happened.

"Sir, are you planning to come and meet the young lady in person?"

Gu Huai paused slightly as he adjusted the jade belt around his waist, and said quietly behind his ear, "Of course."

Silence: A new level of self-deception.

Putting on his cloak, Gu Huai strode out of the mansion.

Bu Yan gritted his teeth and followed closely.

In the long alley, there is only the prosperous and luxurious Zhenguogong Mansion.

As soon as Gu Huai reached the entrance of the alley, he saw a carriage coming from afar. The joy in his heart seemed to be blown away by the cold wind, and was replaced by the arrogance and complacency of being confident. His brows unconsciously frowned, and his eyes were filled with cold disgust. He walked forward without looking away.

"Prince."

The guards reined in their horses and the carriage stopped.

Gu Huai asked nonchalantly, "Miss is back?"

Gu Zhen was furious and suddenly lifted the car curtain, saying in a cold voice, "Brother, your acting skills are not up to par."

Gu Huai was tall and slender. When he raised his eyes, everything in the carriage came into view.

There are only Gu Zhen and A Qiu.

What about Lu Ming Dynasty?

Did Gu Zhen send Lu Mingchao back to the Yongning Marquis Mansion for resettlement?

There was a hint of doubt in Gu Huai's eyes.

"Brother, did you come here specially to pick me up?" Gu Zhen ignored Gu Huai's silence and continued.

Gu Huai shook his head. "My brother was out visiting guests. We met by chance."

"That's really a coincidence." Gu Zhen said sarcastically, "It seems that my brother won't be able to visit today. I have something to confront my brother about."

Gu Zhen dropped the curtain, bent his fingers slightly, and tapped the door of the carriage, "Go home."

The sound of wheels squeaking began again.

Gu Huai looked at Bu Yan and asked, "Did she get angry outside?"

"But that's normal. Zhenzhen and Lu Mingchao have never been on good terms."

He was hesitant to speak, as he always felt that his own prince had a talent for deceiving himself.

As soon as Gu Zhen returned home, he broke into Songbai Courtyard with two guards and Aqiu without washing and with unkempt hair and dirty face.

Duke Zhen lived in Songbaiyuan for a long time.

"Father!"

"My daughter has something to report."

There is no wall that is impenetrable, and the news that Lu Mingchao married someone else could not be concealed.

Rather than waiting for his brothers to find out and go crazy without any scruples, it would be better for his father to step in and discipline him.

She had to let out the anger that had been pent up in her heart for days, otherwise she would be pissed to death.

The Duke of Zhenguo was of sturdy stature, with a majestic appearance, sparkling eyes, and a dignified and majestic demeanor.

"Come in." The Duke of Zhenguo put down the yellowed military book in his hand, sat upright on the carved wooden chair, and exuded a strong aura.

Gu Zhen pushed open the door, tears falling down her face. Her haggard face after the long journey made her look even more pitiful. "Father, you have to make the decision for your daughter."

When Duke Zheng saw Gu Zhen crying, he panicked.

His daughter has been spoiled and stubborn since she was a child. She would offend someone to death but would not shed a tear.

"Zhenzhen, don't cry."

"Aren't you visiting a friend?"

Duke Zhenguo was a general who had been fighting on the battlefield for half his life. He did not have a handkerchief at hand, so he had to pass his brocade sleeves to Gu Zhen. However, he was afraid of scratching Gu Zhen's face, so he simply rolled up the sleeves of his outer robe.

At this time, Gu Huaishan arrived late.

Looking at Gu Zhen with tears in her eyes, I felt inexplicably guilty.

Gu Zhen choked up and told all the grievances he had suffered about what had happened.

Waste and hypocrisy