Would dying make things easier for me?
Gu Qingfeng chuckled self-deprecatingly, "You're right. How can someone like me die so easily? If I were to die like this, my sins would only become heavier."
However, there was no fluctuation in Gu Qingyan's eyes. He didn't even say another word to Gu Qingfeng before striding away from the Taihe Hall.
"Second Brother."
Gu Qingyao's voice rang out, her face full of worry. The cold wind blew relentlessly, and Gu Qingfeng tugged at the corner of his mouth, "Let's go into the hall and talk."
Inside the Hall of Supreme Harmony, besides Gu Heng who was lying unconscious on the bed, there were only the brother and sister Gu Qingfeng and Gu Qingyao.
"Yao'er, Third Brother... is Mother's biological child."
As soon as Gu Qingfeng finished speaking, Gu Qingyao felt as if she had been struck by lightning.
For a moment, Gu Qingyao's mind went blank. Gu Qingyan was her mother's biological child? Then...
“Father has never stayed overnight in Zhaoning Palace except on our wedding night, but he also said that my third brother is not his child.” Gu Qingfeng revealed a smile that was more like a grimace. “So Father and Consort Rong plotted against Mother on our wedding night.”
"Then who is Gu Qingyan's father...?"
"I have no idea."
Gu Qingyao stood up abruptly, staring at Gu Heng on the bed, her hands clenched into fists.
How could this be? How could Father and Consort Rong... how could they treat Mother like this?
This is outrageous and against all reason.
So in their past lives, they not only killed their mother, but also their mother's children.
This realization devastated Gu Qingyao.
“Now that Gu Qingyan knows the truth about what happened back then, Yao’er, you must stay away from Gu Qingyan. He has gone mad and may capture and torture you at any time.”
Gu Qingfeng grasped Gu Qingyao's hand. "Yao'er, if someone has to bear the burden of what happened back then, I'd rather it be me."
"No, Second Brother, we are all guilty."
Gu Qingyao shook her head, roared in an almost accusing voice, and then ran out of the Taihe Hall.
"Father."
After a long while, Gu Qingfeng's weary voice rang out, sounding particularly clear in the quiet Taihe Hall.
Why do so many wrong things?
......
Prince Yu's Mansion.
Prince Yu and Gu Fanbing were escorted back to Prince Yu's residence, where guards stood watch outside, preventing even a fly from getting in.
"Your Highness, what's going on!"
The women of the Prince Yu's residence were both frightened and anxious. They all gathered in the courtyard, and their eyes welled up with tears the moment they saw the Prince Yu, as if they had seen their pillar of support.
But the messy courtyard only made Prince Yu more irritable.
"Enough!"
Prince Yu's voice rang out, and Gu Fanbing, who was standing to the side, drooped his head limply as Prince Yu pulled him into the study.
Looking at his most beloved grandson, Prince Yu let out a long sigh.
"Grandfather, must we fight for this throne?"
Gu Fanbing was somewhat bewildered. He had always been devoted to poetry and books, but some time ago his grandfather suddenly told him that he had the potential to become emperor.
"Bing'er, it's not that your grandfather wants you to fight for it, it's that we have no choice but to fight for it."
Prince Yu reached up and pressed his temples, thinking back to those days...
He was not unaware that the Emperor had plotted against Prince Xiang. Prince Xiang had sent someone to Prince Yu's residence to ask for help, but when the Emperor found out, he killed the person who came to ask for help in order to save his own life. He also mentioned several places in the capital where Prince Xiang might be hiding.
Gu Qingyan is the son of the Prince of Xiang. If Gu Heng tells Gu Qingyan these things before he dies, the entire Prince Yu's mansion... will die.
"Grandfather, why must we fight for it?"
Gu Fanbing trembled at the thought of Gu Qingyan's gaze outside the Hall of Supreme Harmony. "Grandfather, although Gu Qingyan is not a real prince, he is still the Empress's stepson."
“Grandson…Grandson, how can I possibly argue with him?”
“As long as he’s not a real prince, there’s still a chance to compete.” Prince Yu was panting with anger. “Get out, don’t upset me.”
Gu Fanbing hesitated for a moment, opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing and silently left the room.
Half an hour later, the candlelight in the room suddenly began to flicker.
Prince Yu felt a sudden tightness in his chest, and the next second, his neck was gripped tightly.
"Who...who are you?"
Prince Yu began to have difficulty breathing. The person in front of him had a mask on, but his eyes felt extremely familiar to Prince Yu.
"I'm here to take your life."
Gu Lin stared intently at Prince Yu, the royal uncle who had always been known for his kindness and fairness, but who had dealt him a fatal blow when he was at his lowest point.
Not only did they kill his men, but they also left him nowhere to hide, nearly killing him.
"What have I done to offend you?"
Feeling the grip on his neck loosen, Prince Yu quickly took a deep breath. "Brave warrior, if I have offended you in any way, I can give you silver."
Seeing Prince Yu's appearance, Gu Lin suddenly burst out laughing.
"Uncle, it's been so long, you've actually forgotten me."
Gu Lin removed the mask from his face, and the next second, Prince Yu was so shocked that he took a step back, "Gu Lin, you are Gu Lin!"
"Yes, I am Gu Lin."
"You're not dead?" Prince Yu's blood was boiling. Gu Lin in front of him was definitely trying to kill him.
"Thanks to the Imperial Uncle, not only did he not die, but he is actually doing quite well."
Gu Lin spoke slowly, seemingly enjoying watching Prince Yu's struggle before his death.
"Shh." Gu Lin held up a finger. "Don't make a sound. If anyone finds out, they'll have to die with you, Imperial Uncle."
"Back then... I did betray you, but I was only trying to save my own life."
As Prince Yu spoke haltingly, Gu Lin's face began to show impatience. The next second, with a swift stroke, Prince Yu was lifeless.
“There are countless ways to save your life, but back then you were only focused on killing me so that you could please Gu Heng and make your Prince Yu’s Mansion even more glorious.”
"The victor is king, the loser is villain. Since I'm still alive, your death is imminent."
Gu Lin picked up a handkerchief from the table and wiped the blood off the knife. A cold glint flashed in his eyes. He could have kept Prince Yu a little longer, but he shouldn't have had any designs on the throne.
Anyone who stands in Ayan's way must die.
Gu Lin left the Prince Yu's residence quickly, and no one noticed the whole process.
"My lord."
When Ling Hai saw Gu Lin appear, he quickly called out to him.
"Prince Yu has been dealt with. How is Jiang He doing?"
"Your Majesty, the young master went directly to see the Marquis after leaving the palace. He has been talking with the Marquis in the study and hasn't come out yet."
"I understand. Keep a close eye on the Prince Yu's residence and make sure there are no more problems."
The coldness on Gu Lin's face gradually dissipated, and he quickly headed towards the Dingyuan Marquis's residence.
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