Chapter 485 Unconventional
Regardless of how the rumors spread, even the most ruthless Yama wouldn't let him off the hook.
It must be said that He Ruyan saw this very clearly, so even when she was beaten, she could still endure the grievance.
"Very well, then I'll wait and see how Miss He decides to become my sworn enemy."
Gu Shuyan paused for a moment, then continued walking away gracefully after saying that.
Actually, He Ruyan and Gu Shuyan didn't have any deep-seated hatred. It was just a small misunderstanding before.
But today, for some unknown reason, He Ruyan couldn't help but rush up and cause trouble after learning that Gu Shuyan had met with the Crown Prince of Wei.
He had assumed that even though Gu Shuyan was a young lady from a noble family, she would at least be mindful of her reputation and wouldn't dare to do anything to him at the tea garden today. However, he never expected that Gu Shuyan was a person who didn't care about etiquette at all.
"Miss He, the person has gone far away."
Kang Qingying had always been He Ruyan's little follower, and dared not say a word more than necessary.
Seeing He Ruyan being slapped several times so forcefully by Gu Shuyan today, Gu Shuyan was terrified and turned pale, fearing that she might have done something wrong to anger He Ruyan again.
"Walk!"
Having been humiliated so badly today, He Ruyan was naturally too embarrassed to stay any longer. So, after glancing at Kang Qingying, she led her people away from the tea garden.
As Gu Shuyan and her two younger sisters turned the corner, they ran into Lu Youming and Lu Yuanbin, who were standing at the corner.
These two brothers have never gotten along, so seeing them standing here so harmoniously, Gu Shuyan couldn't help but feel a little surprised.
"Greetings, Third Prince and Fifth Prince."
Gu Shuyan had no interest in asking why the two were there. Today's tea garden party did not restrict the number of people who could attend. In addition, the Crown Prince of Wei and Princess Chuxia were both here today. It was probably because the two wanted to ask for justice by bestowing a marriage between Princess Chuxia and Lu Hexuan.
Gu Shuyan had no interest in the two men, but that didn't mean they weren't interested in her either. Especially Lu Youming, whose calculating eyes made Gu Shuyan want to gouge out his eyes.
As for Lu Yuanbin, he had never taken this girl seriously before, but seeing her arrogant appearance today, he found her to be somewhat more adorable than usual.
Perhaps he shouldn't have chosen Luo Yuying, the daughter of the Duke of Anguo, as the fifth prince's wife so easily. Although Gu Shuyan was obviously younger, she seemed to be a better match for him than he was.
"So you are the three young ladies from the Marquis of Yi'an's mansion. May I ask where you three ladies are headed?"
While Lu Yuanbin was lost in thought, Lu Youming had already clasped his hands in greeting to the three of them, his face as friendly as ever.
Gu Shuyan didn't want to talk to him, but since he spoke first, she had no choice but to say respectfully, "I heard that some young masters and ladies are reciting poems in front of us, and my sisters and I were just thinking of going to join in the fun."
Gu Shuyan made up a reason, just wanting to stay away from the two brothers, but Lu Youming didn't give her a chance at all.
"It just so happens that my brother and I were just about to go take a look. Why don't the three young ladies come along?"
As Lu Youming spoke, he gestured to Gu Shuyan to invite her. Although he was a prince with a noble status, he showed no disrespect to Gu Shuyan.
Looking at Lu Youming's appearance, Gu Shuyan sneered inwardly. As expected of someone who could ascend to the position of Crown Prince, his ability to endure was truly unmatched.
If it were Gu Shuyan who had been humiliated like that when she proposed marriage, she probably would never have given him a kind look again, no matter who he was, let alone be so ingratiating and enthusiastic.
Gu Shuyan did not refuse Lu Youming's suggestion, but she also kept a distance from the two of them. However, even though Gu Shuyan had done this, the gossipers still found something to say.
For example, they would say that Gu Shuyan shamelessly seduced the Crown Prince of Wei and then seduced two other princes. Basically, they would say anything that could belittle Gu Shuyan.
Gu Shuyan didn't care much about these people's gossip. Anyway, there were plenty of rumors about her, so she let them spread them as they pleased.
The group, one after the other, soon arrived at the place where they were to compose poems.
Today's poetry recitation took place in a garden, which was divided into two large pavilions on either side, effectively separating the men and women.
"Sister Shuyan, why did you only arrive now? I saw the Marquis's carriage parked outside the gate early this morning, but I looked around and couldn't find you anywhere."
As soon as Xu Shan'er saw Gu Shuyan and the other two, she ran over quickly, grabbed Gu Shuyan's hand, and chattered incessantly.
"We were held up by some things outside with the older sister, so we don't know when Sister Xu arrived."
Gu Yuxin caught Gu Shuyan's gaze, and then smiled and offered an explanation.
As for Gu Shuyan herself, she looked into the pavilion, exchanged a glance with one of the people inside, and nodded.
"Miss, shall we go over there?"
Pearl looked at Sun Ruoyun standing in the pavilion and unconsciously became wary.
Gu Shuyan shook her head after hearing this. She had already confronted Sun Ruoyun, and there was no need for any pretense anymore, so there was no need for her to go up and say hello.
"No need. We just need to stay quiet today and not greet anyone."
"Yes, Miss."
Since Gu Shuyan suggested staying quietly, Pearl was naturally happy to oblige.
Her biggest fear today was not being able to protect her young mistress. Now that Xu Feng was not by her side, if anything happened to her young mistress, she would be guilty beyond redemption.
Little did she know that even if Gu Shuyan didn't provoke others, countless people would still try to provoke her.
He had only been standing there listening for a short while when a maid came over.
"Excuse me, are you the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Yi'an's family?"
The maidservant approached Gu Shuyan, bowed respectfully to him, and then cautiously asked.
Gu Shuyan turned around upon hearing the sound and glanced at the maid. Seeing that the maid's face was calm and her demeanor composed, she realized that she was not a maid who had come from guarding Nanyang. She was immediately intimidated.
"May I ask who you are, young lady?" Gu Shuyan asked.
“Miss Gu, I am a second-class maidservant of the Fifth Prince Fei. I am here on the orders of the Fifth Prince’s wife to invite you over for a chat.”
The maid's meticulous answer revealed no emotion whatsoever on her face.
"Sister Shuyan (Big Sister)!"
Upon hearing the maid's words, Xu Shan'er and Gu Yuxin both looked at Gu Shuyan with worried expressions.
Gu Yuhe, however, remained oblivious, continuing to cheer loudly as she watched the couple reciting poetry.
"You guys play here for a while, I'll be right back."
As she spoke, Gu Shuyan gave the two of them a reassuring look before turning back to the maid and saying, "Please lead the way, Miss."
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