Looking at Gu Jingchun's smile, Luo Ziqian felt his face flush red and his heart beat faster.
He looked at Gu Jingchun, having completely forgotten about the important matter, and hurriedly asked Gu Jingchun what she wanted to do. After Gu Jingchun explained, he offered to accompany her.
Gu Jingchun naturally did not refuse.
The two walked side by side on the road, with Gu Jingchun leading a delicate baby, which unknowingly attracted the attention of many people.
Someone recognized Gu Jingchun and thus guessed Luo Ziqian's identity.
Previously, because he half-covered his face, the people around him were only amazed, but did not know it was him.
Now that they had guessed his identity, it immediately caused a gasp of surprise.
Luo Ziqian is no longer the纨绔 (spoiled brat) that everyone hated before.
Instead, he was the object of great affection for the young women of Tiandu. From eighty-year-old grandmothers to three-year-old children, there was no one who did not know Luo Ziqian's heroic deeds and deep affection.
He's practically the dream lover of countless girls.
As a result, he now "bumps into" quite a few women when he goes out on the street.
Moreover, his current attire naturally attracted a lot of female onlookers.
The separation of men and women in this dynasty was not strict to begin with, and women could boldly pursue their own happiness.
So soon, several women followed Luo Ziqian.
They completely disregarded Gu Jingchun's presence, telling Luo Ziqian about their love for him while exchanging flirtatious glances, hoping he would take them into his household.
Even bolder ones went so far as to recommend themselves directly to Gu Jingchun, hoping that Gu Jingchun could help Luo Ziqian take them as concubines.
He repeatedly assured that he would treat Gu Jingchun with utmost respect and serve him wholeheartedly in the future, never overstepping his bounds.
This caught Gu Jingchun, who was usually very knowledgeable, off guard, and his expression changed repeatedly.
She hadn't expected that Luo Ziqian would be so popular now.
The reason she chose Luo Ziqian was because of his homosexuality and his precarious reputation.
Now, both of these things no longer exist, and he has become a promising young gentleman.
This made her increasingly resistant to the marriage.
She sighed inwardly. Seeing that more and more people were gathering around her, she was afraid of hurting Gu Jinxi, so she had to tell Luo Ziqian in advance and prepare to leave first.
Luo Ziqian was surrounded by a group of people and couldn't move at all. He could only watch helplessly as Gu Jingchun walked away.
In the alley not far away.
Shen Hechuan watched this scene with satisfaction, and a smile finally appeared on his face.
Beside him, Tianji was handing out silver to a passing woman.
"Girl, all you have to do is go to that young master and tell him you want to be his concubine, and this silver ingot will be yours."
"Yes, it's that simple. The more you try, the more he can't handle it, and the more money you'll get."
"Don't worry, he won't really make you a concubine. He just needs to say a few words and this ingot of silver will be yours. What a great opportunity! Why don't you seize it?"
Don't miss it!
Meanwhile, inside Shou'an Hall...
The Empress Dowager frowned and sighed.
The old nanny, Li, cleared away the almost untouched food and couldn't help but advise:
"Your Majesty, even if you are worried, you must eat something. Otherwise, if your health deteriorates due to hunger, His Highness the Crown Prince's situation will become even more difficult."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager waved her hand.
"Now that things are so urgent, how can I possibly eat?"
Feeling frustrated, she couldn't help but pour out all her thoughts.
"It is clearly a happy thing that Tsurukawa has an heir."
But for Seele's safety, they must not make a sound.
Not only can't we bring him to live with us, but now we're even asking him to recognize someone else as his father. How can that be allowed?
The Empress Dowager was filled with bitterness.
When she learned that Shen Hechuan still couldn't forget Gu Jingchun, she was afraid that Gu Jingchun would affect Shen Hechuan's position as crown prince and his lifelong reputation, and she also wished she could bring about her marriage with Luo Ziqian.
But who could have imagined that Gu Jingchun would give birth to such a big son for the Crown Prince?
This made the marriage a hot potato.
She would absolutely never allow her great-grandson to recognize Luo Ziqian as his father.
However, this marriage was personally arranged by Emperor Rongcheng, who also issued two decrees urging the marriage to take place.
Moreover, because Shen Hechuan was disobedient, Emperor Rongcheng kept his mouth shut, making it absolutely impossible for him to change his mind.
With the wedding imminent, even if she went to Emperor Rongcheng, it certainly wouldn't change anything.
Can……
Thinking about the news I had just received.
Shen Hechuan has not returned since leaving the palace yesterday.
Presumably, he is currently staying by Gu Jingchun's side.
Judging from Shen Hechuan's personality, this marriage is probably doomed to fail.
Thinking of this, the Empress Dowager felt even more sorrowful.
She couldn't just stand by and watch Shen Hechuan defy the imperial decree.
So how should we change this situation?
Seeing the Empress Dowager's worry, Granny Li slowly spoke up to remind her:
"Your Majesty, this old servant heard that His Majesty went to Jingyu Palace a few days ago."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager suddenly stood up and looked at Granny Li in surprise.
"Jingyu Palace?"
"The Empress's palace?"
Granny Li nodded.
"Not only His Majesty went, but Consort Hui also went."
"However, he was summoned back by the Emperor shortly after he went in."
Moreover, this old servant has also heard that Consort Hui was reprimanded by His Majesty that day, and His Majesty has not visited her palace since.
"Therefore, Consort Hui has put in a lot of effort to win over His Majesty."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager smiled slightly.
"I had almost forgotten about her."
"Given this situation, only she can probably resolve it."
"Let's go, let's go to Jingyu Palace and join in the fun."
With that, the Empress Dowager stood up, had someone help her, and headed directly towards Jingyu Palace.
Meanwhile, in Jingyu Palace...
Jiang Xianhao was sitting upright in the pavilion.
In front of her was a simple yet exquisite guqin (a traditional Chinese stringed instrument).
Her gaze remained fixed on the piano; her fingers rose, but hesitated to fall.
Seeing this, Jing Tan and Yun Shu couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
"Your Majesty has not played the zither for many years. What brings you to this day?"
"Keep your voice down. Haven't you noticed that Her Majesty's mood has improved a lot lately?"
"That's true."
Jingtan whispered, "It seems that Her Majesty's mood has improved a lot since His Majesty's visit that day."
"He's not as lifeless as before."
Yun Shu nodded.
"I think so too."
"This zither was a gift from His Majesty."
I heard that it was made by His Majesty himself, and the Empress liked it very much. In the past, she would take it out and wipe it from time to time.
But ever since we moved to Jingyu Palace, I haven't played it again.
As the two were talking, they heard a loud shout from the eunuch, and then the courtyard gate was pushed open.
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