Chapter 157 Dog-eat-dog Begins
Mo Yunzhu immediately thought of what happened with Zhang Fengyi in Jiutian Pavilion. At that time, Lan Yingtao asked her not to go in to see, for fear that it would pollute her eyes.
The little girl is very pretty and has always had a good relationship with Gu Qinxin.
"You're talking about Yingtao. She is indeed good and talented. Her father has just been promoted to the Minister of Personnel." Gu Qinxin was instantly delighted.
"Yes, her father was an official in the Ministry of Personnel before. When she was in Jiutian Pavilion, she sat at the back and didn't dare to show herself, so she didn't stand out. But later I met her several times, and she is indeed very talented and kind-hearted." When Xu Changyong talked about Blue Cherry, the corners of his mouth curled up and his expression became much softer.
Gu Qinxin nodded and said, "If you really love her, I can ask her what she thinks. She is seventeen years old and wants to get married."
Lan Yan said: "Since your grandfather doesn't mind Miss Qinxin's father being the Minister of War, then he should be able to accept Miss Lan Yingtao's father being the Minister of Personnel."
"I, I didn't dare to say it." Xu Changyong scratched his head.
Mo Yunzhu smiled and said, "Does Miss Yingtao know that you like her?"
Xu Changyong's face instantly turned red and he shook his head repeatedly.
"I, I don't know, I should be fine."
Gu Qin thought: "I'll ask her later. If she likes you, I can't discourage you two."
"Then, how are you going to explain this to your parents?" Xu Changyong immediately asked worriedly.
"It's okay. My father loves me, so naturally he wants me to marry someone who can truly love me." Gu Qinxin glanced at Lan Yan inadvertently while speaking.
Lan Yan's eyes were still burning as before, which made Gu Qin's heart skip a beat. Such a handsome man was staring at her and treating her like a treasure. This feeling was really a bit scary, but at the same time, she was also a bit proud. What was going on?
"Let me tell you. I'm going to go back and tell my grandfather that I have someone I like. I don't think he will make it too difficult for me." Xu Changyong said after thinking for a while.
"Do you need my help?" Mo Yunzhu asked with a smile.
Xu Changyong looked at her and smiled bitterly: "I thought Miss Mo asked me to come and exchange some knowledge of music, chess, calligraphy and painting."
"How can music, chess, calligraphy and painting be as important as marriage? I am afraid that you are not happy, so I want you to make it clear. If you are a couple, I will bless you. If you are not a couple, then I will definitely not let Qin Xin marry you, even if it means offending your grandfather."
Gu Qinxin was immediately moved and hugged Mo Yunzhu's arm and smiled sweetly: "I knew Yunzhu was the best to me."
"Just don't blame me for being so direct. I like to be straightforward to avoid too many misunderstandings."
"I also like to be straightforward and say whatever I want to say." Gu Qinxin was as happy as a child. "By the way, why didn't you ask Master Ji to come today?"
"Uh, you don't like Ji Xingyun, do you?" Mo Yunzhu was stunned for a moment.
Lan Yan said anxiously: "What? No, Ji Xingyun is not suitable for you."
"Why is it not suitable?" Gu Qinxin looked at Lan Yan's anxious expression and wanted to laugh, but also wanted to tease him.
"He, he's already 23 years old, and he's a playboy, with many female confidantes. He will definitely marry many women in the future. Don't be fooled by his appearance. And his family is also in chaos, otherwise how could he be independent. His mother is a powerful woman, and such a mother-in-law will definitely not treat you well."
Xu Changyong opened his mouth wide and looked at Lan Yan who directly criticized Ji Xingyun for being useless. He was really bold to say that.
But he finally understood that Lan Yan really liked Gu Qinxin.
"Is Young Master Ji still your friend?" Mo Yunzhu was about to roll her eyes. Why was this guy so anxious? It seemed like he had no confidence in him at all.
"Hehe, he has a good character, but definitely not better than me. Miss Qinxin, can you please consider me?" Lan Yan looked at Gu Qinxin sincerely, the expression on his face looked like he was about to cry.
Gu Qinxin blushed with shame, and Xu Changyong laughed.
"Mr. Lan, you are amazing. I need to learn from you. I have to fight for my own happiness."
Lan Yan immediately patted him on the shoulder and said, "Brother Xu, you are absolutely right. You have to work harder. Otherwise, if a good girl is paired with the wrong man, you will suffer for the rest of your life."
"Yes, I'll ask for it when I get back. If grandfather agrees, I'll go to the Lan residence to propose marriage right away." Xu Changyong's face began to light up, as if he felt that his life suddenly had a purpose.
"Qin Xin, why are you asking about Young Master Ji Xingyun?" Mo Yunzhu was also very curious.
Gu Qinxin smiled generously and said, "Master Ji helped my sister a lot before. My sister has always wanted to find an opportunity to invite him to dinner, but she often can't find him."
Mo Yunzhu and Gu Qinxin looked at each other. Mo Yunzhu quickly understood what Gu Qinxin meant and then burst into laughter.
"That's not that simple. I'll ask him out later and you can just bring Wanwan out."
"I, Ji Xingyun and I are good friends. I can also help your sister make an appointment with him. We can also have dinner together, watch a play and go shopping." Lan Yan immediately said anxiously.
Xu Changyong laughed, thinking that Lan Yan was really proactive.
He looked at Gu Qinxin and felt that Gu Qinxin seemed to have some feelings for Lan Yan. After all, Lan Yan was really handsome.
The four of them chatted happily afterwards and did not separate until before dinner.
Lan Yan was determined to send Qin Xin back, but in fact he wanted to check the door of the Gu Mansion.
Qingzhu was very nervous, and always felt that Master Lan's gaze towards the young lady was too passionate.
But seeing that her own young lady didn't mind, and since she was Miss Mo's apprentice, she didn't know what to say.
At night, Mo Shiyi came back, and Mo Yunzhu's eyes lit up immediately when she saw him.
"My lady, the Crown Prince went to the Fourth Prince's residence for dinner."
Mo Yunzhu curled her lips, and Mo Shiyi continued, "The two of them fought, and the Fourth Prince's face was injured. The Crown Prince also threatened to make the Fourth Prince pay."
"It seems that the prince is sure that the Five Poison Powder was given by the Fourth Prince." Mo Yunzhu felt that the emperor was a powerful father.
In the next few days, news reached Mo Yunzhu's ears every night. Uncle Zhao and the Xiu family were secretly quarreling, and Lan Yan also brought news from the palace.
"Master, the Queen and Concubine Xiu had a fight. Concubine Xiu was beaten so hard by the Queen that she couldn't get out of bed. The Emperor confined the Queen to her house. Concubine Xiu had her face injured. I went to see her. Her chin was so long."
Lan Yan pointed to his chin and then smiled.
"Well, let them fight each other. They will be busy enough inside and outside the palace for a while." Mo Yunzhu did this, and naturally gave Prince Lan time to develop safely.
On the night of the Lantern Festival, Chang Teng came back and told Mo Yunzhu another good news.
"Miss, there's news from Prince Lan's Mansion that Bai Ziya is dead."
Mo Yunzhu was stunned and asked in surprise, "So fast? Who did it?"
"They were assassins. They fought in Xiu's mansion. Three assassins died on the spot, but there should be more than three people inside. Bai Ziya was stabbed in the heart with a dagger and there was no way to save him."