The Yong'an Marquis's Residence.
After dressing herself properly, Gu Yunjin walked happily towards the front yard.
Because Shen Hechuan didn't save her that night and abandoned her, she has harbored a lot of resentment towards him ever since.
When she heard that His Highness the Crown Prince had come in person just to see her, her first thought was that His Highness had come to apologize to her.
His Highness the Crown Prince must have heard the rumors about her and felt guilty for abandoning her that day, which is why he came here.
She harbored a faint sense of anticipation and had already decided how she should address the Crown Prince later.
Unexpectedly, just as she reached the door, she ran into Gu Jingchun, who was coming from the other side.
The two walked together to the front gate, but neither was willing to give way, thus blocking the entrance.
Seeing this, Gu Yunjin couldn't help but put on a kind expression.
"Sister, I'm sorry. Normally I would let you go first, but I have something to do today. Please forgive my rudeness, I'll take my leave now."
Bai Lu, who was beside her, also chimed in:
“Miss, why bother explaining to a country bumpkin like her? His Highness the Crown Prince has invited you. If you are late, can she bear the consequences?”
As he spoke, he gave Gu Jingchun a disdainful look.
Lanxin couldn't stand these words and immediately retorted.
"What's so great about that? It's not like our young lady wasn't invited by His Highness the Crown Prince."
Bai Lu immediately retorted, "How could your young lady, a country bumpkin, be the same as our young lady?"
“Our young lady was raised to be the Crown Prince’s consort from a young age, and she and His Highness the Crown Prince were childhood sweethearts.”
Previously, His Highness the Crown Prince even came to my young lady's rescue in a difficult situation. Such an honor is not something just anyone can receive!
Bai Lu was beaming with pride, but Lan Xin just snorted coldly.
"So what? She's been promised to the Third Prince anyway."
Upon hearing this, Bai Lu and Gu Yunjin's expressions changed, and they immediately retorted angrily:
"You know nothing! You country bumpkins who grew up in the countryside probably haven't even seen His Highness the Crown Prince's face, yet you dare to say that His Highness the Crown Prince invited you. Aren't you afraid of being laughed at?"
After Bai Lu finished speaking, she rolled her eyes and snorted coldly.
Lanxin was so angry at her condescending attitude that she almost exploded and was about to rush up and tear her apart.
It was only after Gu Jingchun stopped her in time that she calmed down.
Bai Lu, like a victorious rooster, strode in proudly.
Gu Jingchun followed him inside.
As soon as I entered, I heard Shen Hechuan's voice, which carried a hint of coldness.
"How could I not remember ever helping you out of a predicament?"
Gu Yunjin was flattered that Shen Hechuan would personally come out to pick her up.
She immediately curtsied.
"May Your Highness be well."
Shen Hechuan gave a faint "hmm," but his gaze was fixed on Gu Jingchun, who was also bowing.
Fearing that Gu Jingchun might misunderstand him, he quickly asked Gu Yunjin again.
When have I ever helped you out of a predicament?
Gu Yunjin blushed upon hearing this.
"Why is Your Highness asking about this all of a sudden?"
This happened so long ago, I never expected Your Highness to still…
"Speak quickly!"
Shen Hechuan gave a cold reply.
Seeing this, Gu Yunjin said, "This was about ten years ago. At that time, I was young and it was my first time entering the palace. I was bullied by several eunuchs."
At that time, it was you who helped me out of that predicament and punished those palace maids.
Upon hearing this, Shen Hechuan immediately breathed a sigh of relief, glanced at Gu Jingchun, and then said, "Oh."
"I see."
"As the Crown Prince alone, I must uphold the laws of the country and respect the rules of the palace."
"If I encounter anything that violates the palace rules, I will stop it, whether it's you or a lowly palace maid."
After saying this, Gu Yunjin's face paled, and she looked at Shen Hechuan in disbelief.
Shen Hechuan didn't even glance at her; his gaze was fixed on Gu Jingchun.
It was as if to say, "Did you hear that? I didn't come to her rescue. Don't misunderstand."
Gu Jingchun, however, kept his eyes down, refusing to even glance at Shen Hechuan.
When Gu Wei'ang and Chu Qianlan saw Shen Hechuan come out of the room, they followed him out.
Seeing this scene now, I felt ashamed.
Gu Yunjin simply refused to believe that this was the truth.
But what she didn't expect was yet to come.
After the group arrived at the main hall, Gu Wei'ang spoke first.
"Your Highness, my two daughters have arrived. What are your instructions?"
Shen Hechuan signaled the secret to the heavens with his eyes.
Soon, someone brought several men who had been tortured beyond recognition and threw them in front of Gu Yunjin.
When Gu Yunjin saw the blood-soaked person, she screamed in fright and quickly took a few steps back.
At this moment, Shen Hechuan spoke up to explain.
"These are several assassins I captured a few days ago, which I brought here specifically today..."
Miss Gu Er has come to recognize the person.
After he finished speaking, everyone present looked at Gu Yunjin.
Gu Yunjin stared in horror at the mangled body before her.
Who is this?
"I don't know them."
When Bai Lu saw the tattoos on those people's arms, she was shocked and quickly tugged at Gu Yunjin's clothes in the dark, whispering a warning to her.
Upon hearing this, Gu Yunjin immediately looked up at Shen Hechuan.
"Your Highness, what do you mean by this?"
Shen Hechuan did not speak.
The strategist beside him then explained:
"A few days ago, when His Highness was passing through a deserted alley, he discovered that these people were besieging Miss Gu of the mansion, so His Highness took them away."
These people have now confessed that they were instructed by you, Gu Yunjin. Therefore, Your Highness has come here today to take Miss Gu Yunjin to the imperial prison for questioning.
After Tianji finished speaking, everyone present was shocked.
Chu Qianlan grabbed Gu Wei'ang's arm and muttered something under her breath.
"His Highness the Crown Prince actually intends to take Yun Jin away for questioning?"
"Is a place like the Heavenly Prison suitable for Yun Jin?"
"Moreover, her body hasn't fully recovered yet. What if she develops any lasting health problems as a result?"
Upon hearing these words, Gu Yunjin, whose already frail body swayed precariously, was about to fall.
Because she was closer to Shen Hechuan, she instinctively wanted to lean against him.
Shen Hechuan, however, avoided her and walked directly to Gu Jingchun.
"As for Miss Gu, you were frightened that day. I wonder if you are alright?"
Seeing Shen Hechuan's pleading gaze, Gu Jingchun immediately lowered his eyes, took a step back, and then bowed, saying:
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. My health is fine."
"That's good."
As he spoke, he took another tray from Tianji's hands.
"It was because my inspection of Tiandu City was not strict enough that Miss Gu was frightened."
This cinnabar jade carving is very calming, so I'll give it to Miss Gu.
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