Yu Zhizhi smiled and nodded, then took out a neatly folded letter from her sleeve and handed it to the old man.
“This is a letter written by Yun Yuqing, which can prove my identity,” Yu Zhizhi explained.
Although he could go to the Prime Minister's residence to confirm, Yu Zhizhi prepared a letter in advance to save trouble.
After confirming the handwriting, Uncle He respectfully said to her, "Master, Madam, and Young Master have gone to the neighboring prefecture and will not be able to return to the capital until tomorrow. Miss, please come in with me."
"good!"
I don't know who leaked the news, but the story just got out.
In just half a day, the entire capital was in an uproar, and even ordinary people on the streets were talking about the true and false legitimate daughters.
This is truly unexpected!
It's worth noting that Yu Zhizhi's reputation wasn't great before. So when people learned that she was actually an imposter, many started gossiping about her behind her back.
"Serves her right! Yu Zhizhi has finally met her match!"
"Exactly! They always act so high and mighty, do they really think they're something special?"
“Back then, relying on the Prime Minister’s mansion to back her up, she was arrogant and domineering, looking down on everyone. I heard that her real parents were merchants. With this change, she is probably hiding in some corner and secretly grieving.”
"She has offended many people in the past. Now that she has lost her status as the legitimate daughter of a noble family, she will surely become a laughing stock among those powerful and wealthy families in the future."
………
The Sixth Prince's Residence
Qi Yize, the eldest son of the Duke of Huguo's mansion, was walking hurriedly and looking anxious as he headed towards the study.
As he passed the artificial hill in the villa, someone suddenly called out to him, "Young Master Qi, please wait!"
Qi Yize turned around and saw that it was Zhao Yi, the Sixth Prince's personal bodyguard.
"Young Master Qi, did you go to the Prime Minister's residence to cause trouble for Yu Zhizhi?"
Qi Yize originally planned to go to the Prime Minister's residence to vent his anger on behalf of his friend, but when he arrived at the Prime Minister's residence, he did not see Yu Zhizhi.
However, he learned a shocking secret from the servants of the Prime Minister's residence—Yu Zhizhi was not the Prime Minister's wife's biological daughter.
Therefore, Qi Yize immediately sent people to spread the news everywhere.
Now, the news has spread throughout the entire capital city.
Although I didn't meet Yu Zhizhi in person, I was able to vent my anger for my friend.
Qi Yize patted Zhao Yi on the shoulder and laughed, "Come on, let's go to the study to find your master. You'll find out soon enough!"
Looking at the cunning smile on Qi Yize's face, Zhao Yi became even more curious.
After the two entered the study, Qi Yize sat down as if they were old friends, picked up his teacup, took a small sip to moisten his throat, and then spoke in an exaggerated tone:
"Yun Jin, I have some shocking news to tell you: it turns out that Yu Zhizhi is a fake legitimate daughter; she wasn't born to the Prime Minister's wife!"
Zhao Yunjin, who was still handling official business, paused when she heard this, looked up at him, and waited for him to continue.
Qi Yize continued, beaming with excitement, "Sixteen years ago, the Prime Minister's wife and Yu Zhizhi's birth mother happened to go to the temple to pray for blessings on the same day, and as a result, they both gave birth on the same day."
Upon learning this, the Prime Minister's enemies bribed the midwife who delivered the babies to switch the newborn girl with another.
"It wasn't until two days ago that the Prime Minister discovered that his beloved eldest daughter, whom he had always doted on, was not his biological daughter."
Zhao Yi clapped his hands in approval, and said with a gloating smile, "Then Yu Zhizhi must be crying her eyes out!"
Qi Yize's lips curled into a mysterious smile, a sly glint in his eyes:
"I didn't see her in person. I heard that she returned to her biological parents' home two hours ago and was switched back with the real legitimate daughter. Even if she didn't cry enough before, I guess she'll be crying her eyes out soon and won't dare to come out to see anyone."
Zhao Yunjin narrowed his eyes slightly, his voice deep and magnetic: "Did you spread this news?"
Qi Yize stared at him in surprise, then a mischievous smile appeared on his face:
"I knew I couldn't hide it from you. Who told her to go so far? Not only did she throw herself at you, but she also cursed at you, even when she was drunk!"
Zhao Yi quickly nodded in agreement, saying, "Young Master Qi is right. It's truly despicable that she dared to offend the master. But is Yu Zhizhi still drunk and hasn't sobered up yet? She actually dared to leave the Prime Minister's residence!"
Qi Yize was also somewhat puzzled, scratching his head: "Yes! Her actions surprised me!"
This is completely unlike Yu Zhizhi's usual style. How could she possibly be willing to leave the Prime Minister's residence?
"Moreover, Yu Zhizhi also wrote a letter of commitment, swearing to sever all ties with the Prime Minister's residence. She left the Prime Minister's residence empty-handed, without taking anything. It seems that either she has gone mad, or that the true legitimate daughter is very cunning."
Zhao Wu, the guard who had been listening quietly, asked a crucial question: "Young Master Qi, do you know the identities of Yu Zhizhi's biological parents?"
Qi Yize nodded. "Her biological parents are merchants, but they can only be considered a small family in the capital."
At this moment, none of them noticed that Zhao Yunjin, who rarely smiled, had a slight upturn at the corner of his lips.
That's interesting.
This was completely unlike her usual style. Although she had only met him a few times, she had heard plenty of stories about the stupid things she had done.
This time, looking at it more deeply, she made a rare wise decision.
Only a wise person would leave decisively after learning that they are a fake legitimate daughter. If they continue to stay in the Prime Minister's residence, they may lose favor or even lose their life.
After all, two tigers cannot share one mountain!
At this very moment, the subject of everyone's heated discussion is fast asleep in bed.
"Miss!"
"Miss, are you awake?"
Yu Zhizhi was awakened by Uncle He's shouts. She rubbed her eyes, slowly opened them, and was still a little dazed. After a while, she realized where she was.
"Uncle He, is there something you need from me?" Yu Zhizhi asked.
"Boss, it's me!"
The voice sounded very familiar. Yu Zhizhi thought carefully and finally remembered who was outside the door.
It turns out to be He Yang, the original owner's follower.
He Yang is the grandson of the head of the Imperial Medical Academy. He and the original owner of this body grew up together and had a very good relationship.
The two were birds of a feather, and they loved to cause trouble. The original owner also liked to take He Yang shopping, eating, drinking and having fun with him, and even dragged him along to cockfighting and cricket fighting.
Yu Zhizhi got up and walked to the door. The moment she opened it, she was stunned by what she saw. He Yang's round figure, like a giant ball of flesh, stood in the doorway.
Seeing her expression, He Yang immediately pouted, feeling wronged. "Boss, you're criticizing my figure again!"
Yu Zhizhi quickly shook her head and waved her hands to show that she didn't dislike him. "Hehe! I think you look quite cute right now."
He must weigh at least 200 pounds, with such a chubby face, I just want to pinch his cheeks!
I expect it to feel great.
Upon hearing the praise, He Yang's face immediately lit up with a bright smile.
Her appearance was strikingly similar to her favorite cartoon character: Lazy Sheep.
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