Chapter 711 Collaboration - I've Seen It Before
Lu Hexuan had never cared about court affairs, but when he heard the emperor asking about Gu Renjie, he couldn't help but give Gu Renjie a very high evaluation.
The emperor was very satisfied with Gu Renjie, so when he heard Lu Hexuan's words, he not only had no doubts, but a sense of pride slowly rose from the bottom of his heart.
Although to this day, apart from a few close confidants, no one knows Gu Renjie's true identity, the emperor is still happy to have a capable son.
"You've been idle for a few years now. Starting tomorrow, return to court and help me!"
The emperor suddenly spoke, and Lu Hexuan was somewhat confused by the emperor's meaning, so he quickly got up to decline.
Before he could speak, the emperor stopped him, saying, "I know you are used to a carefree life and don't like being restrained. But this time, you absolutely cannot refuse."
The emperor no longer doubted Lu Hexuan at all. Thinking about how Lu Hexuan had been living a carefree life under his wing for so many years, the emperor suddenly had a new plan in mind.
Although Lu Hexuan was very reluctant to agree, the emperor had already said so, and if he refused again, it would surely displease the emperor.
Therefore, Lu Hexuan had no choice but to accept his fate and express his gratitude, saying, "Your subject will obey the Emperor's command."
Lu Hexuan's tactfulness brought another satisfied smile to the emperor's face.
Outside the palace, after Lu Yuanbin left, Yun Yichen, Gu Renjie, Ji Wenjin, and Lu Changqing walked together.
Lu Changqing had met Gu Renjie several times before, and had even observed him from a distance.
This is the first time in history that we have seen each other at such close range.
Gu Renjie was tall and slender. Unlike Yun Yichen's gentle features, he had a more masculine and heroic air about him. If Yun Yichen was the kind of stunningly handsome man that would make women feel inferior, Gu Renjie was the kind of man whose appearance would make men's spirits lift at first glance.
Lu Changqing stared at Gu Renjie, and before he knew it, he was somewhat dazed.
Of course, Lu Changqing, a man with normal tastes, would not have any improper thoughts about Gu Renjie.
He just looked at Gu Renjie's face and suddenly had a feeling of déjà vu.
"Lord Gu, have we met somewhere before?"
Lu Changqing's words almost made them all fall over. They had all been in the court for so long, and sometimes even argued heatedly about politics. Yet Lu Changqing was asking such a question now.
"Your Highness, did you not know your eldest cousin before?"
The speaker was Ji Wenjin. He and Lu Changqing had worked together over the past few days, but he hadn't noticed before that the Fourth Prince had face blindness.
"I do know Lord Gu, but this is the first time we've met like this. Moreover, I have a certain feeling about Lord Gu's appearance that I can't quite put my finger on."
The Fourth Prince's gaze remained fixed on Gu Renjie's face, and the more he looked, the stronger the feeling became.
Ji Wenjin naturally didn't understand why the Fourth Prince was scrutinizing him so closely, but Yun Yichen and Gu Renjie couldn't help but exchange a glance after he finished speaking.
"Why would Your Highness say that?" Yun Yichen couldn't help but ask.
Lu Changqing couldn't quite put his finger on it. Gu Renjie's appearance didn't resemble royalty much, and he didn't even look particularly like the emperor. Yet, he had this strange feeling that he had seen him somewhere before.
"Perhaps I've been a bit confused lately, which is why I've been speaking so recklessly and rambling."
Lu Changqing himself didn't have an answer, so how could he possibly give the other party the answer they wanted? Thus, the question remained unresolved.
Upon returning to the Yun residence, Yun Yichen did not go directly to his study, but instead turned around and returned to the Marquis's residence with Gu Renjie.
Inside the study, after listening to the two people's account of what happened earlier that day, Gu Jin's eyes darted around unconsciously.
"His Highness rarely interacts with people, so it's normal for him to act this way suddenly. You two shouldn't take it to heart."
It was rare for Gu Jin to comfort a junior, and Gu Renjie also felt that the Fourth Prince might have just said it casually without any deeper meaning.
However, Yun Yichen insisted that there was important information in the Fourth Prince's words.
“Father-in-law, the Fourth Prince is not a talkative person. With such an obvious hint today, we need to be careful to prevent someone from taking advantage of the situation.”
Even if we have no clue at the moment, it is still worthwhile to take precautions in advance.
Otherwise, if they are caught off guard, they will be in a real passive position.
Gu Jin originally wanted to persuade Yun Yichen not to take this matter to heart, but after thinking about it again, he finally agreed to Yun Yichen's suggestion to pay more attention.
“I will have the people from the Marquis’s mansion keep an eye on this matter. You are now being watched by various forces, so you must be extra careful in your actions and words.”
As the children grew older, Gu Jin realized they were planning revenge against the emperor. He couldn't stop their choice, so he could only do his best to protect them on this thorny path.
Yun Yichen bowed gratefully in gratitude for Gu Jin's understanding and support.
"Your son-in-law will humbly follow your teachings, Father-in-law."
"Your son will remember your teachings."
Both of them humbly accepted the elder's frank and admonitory words.
Gu Jin was very pleased to see this. "Alright, you can all go back and get back to work! I'll go see your mother too."
Gu Jin did not use this as an excuse to drive the two away; he genuinely had something to discuss with Ji Shi.
However, Yun Yichen quickly said, "Father-in-law, it just so happens that I also have something I'd like to ask for your help with!"
Yun Yichen scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly as he spoke. Seeing his blank and dazed appearance, Gu Jin realized for the first time that he wasn't really as stiff as he seemed.
"Alright! Then you'll come with me!"
After Gu Jin finished speaking, he walked outside first, and Yun Yichen followed closely behind.
Inside the main courtyard, Madam Ji was doing needlework with her maid.
"Madam, you haven't had a rest for quite some time?"
Seeing that Madam Ji was working like she was on steroids, busy since morning, the maids couldn't help but remind her.
However, Lady Ji paid no heed to this and continued to work on her needlework, as if the small embroidery needle was her only destination for the day.
Gu Jin came in and saw his wife busy at work.
"What are you busy with, Madam?"
Upon hearing Gu Jin's words, Madam Ji finally put down the thread in her hand and came out to greet him.
"Husband, Yichen has come too?"
The first person Ji saw was Gu Jin. After calling out to him, she realized that Yun Yichen had also come.
"Your son-in-law greets Mother-in-law!" Yun Yichen respectfully bowed to Madam Ji.
Madam Ji quickly gestured for him to stand up, saying, "We're all family, why so much formality?" After saying that, Madam Ji asked, "Did Shu'er send you here?"
Yun Yichen was, after all, a man, so Ji instinctively assumed that his arrival was at Gu Shuyan's behest.
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