Chapter 133 The Fatherly Flavor is Even Stronger
Shen Lun had clearly considered these issues as well, and shook his head repeatedly: "Firstly, this evil sorcerer has an unknown origin and great abilities. Didn't you all see it with your own eyes just now? Even if the Imperial Preceptor came in person, it would be difficult to conclude that the Lord is dead. Let alone someone who can move and make sounds, even someone lying there with a pulse and breathing, like a vegetable, cannot be easily declared dead. If I were to easily go to the palace to speak, not only would it be ineffective, but I would also be accused of having ulterior motives."
This is because they're afraid it will be detrimental to themselves.
Mu Xi thought this to herself, but didn't show it on her face.
Shen Lun continued, "Secondly, Madam Gao is now using the excuse that the Marquis is seriously ill to control the corpse. She is the legitimate wife of the Marquis's household, and no one can find a reason to stop her from doing so. At worst, you can go to visit him, and she will have no reason to stop you. However, in the current situation, what is the point of visiting him or not? Let's leave it at that for now and see what they will do next."
If this doesn't work and that doesn't work, there's really no other way to think of a solution.
Mu Xi remained silent.
Shen Lun's face turned serious, his voice carrying a warning: "As long as the Gao family doesn't want a fight to the death, they won't do anything to you openly. The farce at tonight's birthday banquet was just a warning shot, originally aimed at me, but I didn't let them succeed. As for what you were trying to do with that scene?"
"It's not for any particular reason, it's just that after being a man for so long, I don't want to stay in the women's quarters." Mu Xi had anticipated that Shen Lun would ask further questions, so she had come up with a half-truth and half-lies on the spot.
Shen Lun's willow-leaf eyes turned into two sharp blades as he scrutinized Mu Xi.
Mu Xi was initially unguarded against Shen Lun, but now that she knew he had the ability to judge people and things, she simply remained calm and composed, like an old monk in deep meditation.
Shen Lun couldn't discern anything amiss, so he pondered for a moment and said, "Since you covet the position of Crown Prince, then for now, do nothing and continue being the Crown Prince. I will make further arrangements. But you are, after all, a young woman, and you can't pretend to be a man forever. Sooner or later, you will have to return to being a woman. Once you return to being a woman, without status, position, or the support of your father and brothers, you will find it difficult to move an inch, and your life may even be in danger. You must understand this. Don't do anything that shows your shallow understanding and lack of consideration, which will not only bring disaster upon yourself but also bring calamity to those around you. Do you understand?"
Mu Xi is now starting to miss her scumbag father, Mu Zhen.
Unexpectedly, after getting rid of a scumbag father, they welcomed an uncle with an even stronger "fatherly" aura than his father.
But now she was powerless, helpless, and alone, so she could only endure it for the time being and reply with, "I understand."
Shen Lun was barely satisfied, but when he turned to Mu Xun, his expression softened considerably: "You've just learned about your background, and it will probably take you some time to process it. But don't worry too much. If there's anything you don't understand or anything you want to know, especially about your biological father, just come and find me. At this stage, neither you nor the heir apparent are in any danger. The Gao family's goal is the title, and they don't know your true identity. Therefore, we'll ask you to keep this identity for now, and we'll proceed gradually."
Mu Xun seemed lost in thought and didn't answer.
"And..." Shen Lun suddenly remembered something else, "Mu Chong was obviously rescued, but how badly was he injured? Did you use any force at the time?"
"I..." Mu Xun hesitated, "I only made him fall to the ground and couldn't get up, and then after I knocked him unconscious..."
Shen Lun sighed heavily: "Sigh... You're good in every way, except you're cold on the outside but not ruthless on the inside. But since things have come to this, you don't need to worry about Mu Chong's matter anymore, I'll make the arrangements."
"..." Mu Xun didn't respond again, seemingly lost in thought.
Shen Lun had said everything he needed to say, and stood up to leave.
Mu Xun said with some concern, "My lord, the situation at the Jun residence has changed drastically... It is really not safe for the young master to stay here. Perhaps we could arrange for him to stay at your residence for a while?"
“That’s inappropriate…” Shen Lun immediately objected, “Everyone saw that the Lord was seriously ill at the birthday banquet. Since there has been no news of his death at this time, it must mean he is seriously ill. Since the Lord is seriously ill, how can you, as his sons, leave his side at this time?”
"This..." Mu Xun was still full of concerns, "Tonight I lost most of my guards, and the situation in the manor is still unclear..."
Shen Lun interrupted directly: "As I just said, the situation of the Jun family is still acceptable. You are still in the open, while the Gao family is still sneaking around in the shadows. The two sides are in balance. Moreover, the roots of the Jin Fang Jun family are not in this small mansion in Moyang City, but in the Western Region. Pei Dong is still secretly in charge of this mansion. He was one of the most trusted deputy generals of the Jun Hou. He has both the secret guards he can mobilize and the spies in charge of the various key positions in the mansion. There is nothing to be afraid of."
"But..." Mu Xun still hesitated.
Mu Xi, however, had no desire to accept Shen Lun's favor, nor did she want to stay at the Marquis of Yong's residence: "Your Excellency is very thoughtful. Staying at the Marquis of Yong's residence is indeed inappropriate. Since Your Excellency has guaranteed our safety for the time being, I am not afraid, so what are you afraid of? It is getting late, and I am afraid that the distinguished guests of other residences have already returned home. We should also escort Your Excellency back."
While Mu Xun was still hesitating, Mu Xi had already turned around, opened the door, and seen the guest out.
Shen Lun didn't think much of it and gave one last piece of advice: "You know where I live. If there's anything that needs to be exchanged, there are many ways to do so. Don't just sit and wait and see, and don't act rashly again."
"Yes," Mu Xi readily agreed.
Afterwards, Mu Xi and Mu Xun escorted Marquis Shen Lun of Yong State to the main gate of the Jun Mansion.
I watched Shen Lun get into the car and leave.
Mu Xi turned around and hurried towards the East Courtyard: "Quickly, pack your things, we'll leave the city tonight and go to Qifeng Terrace."
"What?" Mu Xun didn't react at all.
Mu Xi walked at her fastest pace, saying in a low voice, "I can't stay in a house that's been ransacked for a second longer. The Jun Mansion is peaceful on the surface, but if I stay here, I'm afraid I'll be controlled by others sooner or later. Since there's nowhere else to go, the only place I can stay temporarily is Qifeng Terrace."
Mu Xun was full of concerns: "Qifeng Terrace? It might not be safe either, and besides, if we were going to go, why didn't we tell Lord Shen earlier..."
Mu Xi couldn't stand the "male chauvinism" of Marquis Shen Lun: "Why do I have to tell him about the idea I just came up with? If we leave the city tonight, everyone in Moyang City will know about it tomorrow."
“But…” Mu Xun wondered what Mu Xi was planning now. “Lord Shen was right about one thing. Right now, everyone thinks Father is seriously ill and unconscious. If we leave the manor at this time, we will be criticized. If Gao Shi were to spread a charge of ‘unfilial piety’ against us…”
Mu Xi coaxed and threatened, "Those are secondary. If we don't leave the manor tonight, it might be difficult to leave even if we wanted to tomorrow. Haven't you thought about that?"
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