Huo Yun'er, the daughter of the richest man in Yuncheng.
"Cousin, let me tell you, I've traveled all over the place and met all sorts of different people."
Murong Jin: "Mm."
"However, my father didn't know that I had secretly run away. I only sent him the message when I was almost in the capital."
Murong Jin: "..."
He glanced at her clothes and said, "Go change your clothes. I've already had some prepared for you. Did you bring a maid?"
Huo Yun'er shook her head, "No, it's just me. I don't need a maid."
The pretty girl with rosy lips and white teeth said, "Cousin, I haven't seen a single woman around you either..."
"You're twenty-five already, you should find me a sister-in-law, right? Or do you not have a girl you like? Do you want me to find one for you?"
"Need not."
Huo Yun'er was a little disappointed. "Okay."
Then, looking at her cousin's gentle and calm demeanor, she asked, "Brother, you wouldn't happen to... like men, would you?"
Yi Er almost fell over, and Yi Yi's hand holding the teapot also trembled.
Miss, how can you say such things!
Huo Yun'er looked at her handsome cousin and saw him nod.
He nodded!
Wow!
Does my cousin like men?
Isn't this exactly what was described in a storybook she accidentally saw?
The man likes the man, it's called homosexuality!
Oh my god, my cousin is gay!
No wonder he's never had a woman by his side since he was a boy, not even a maid, except for female guards...
Murong Jin raised an eyebrow slightly, "This matter must not be made public."
Huo Yun'er immediately covered her mouth and nodded frantically.
This is a highly confidential matter! Besides, my cousin is the regent, so we can't afford to give anyone cause for criticism.
Back at his residence, Huo still looked bewildered and shocked.
Oh no, she can't sleep tonight.
Uncle! Your son likes men, your family line is over!
Although her father used to say that she was the only daughter in the family, the continuation of the family line still depended on her, so she had to find a man to marry into the family.
However, no man is currently willing to go home with her.
It seems their family line will depend on her. After all, her mother and aunt only have two daughters. They originally wanted their children to take their surname, but she's a daughter. And after her aunt gave birth to her cousin, she felt sorry for her husband and let him take his surname. They were planning to have a second child, but then this happened...
A figure landed outside the window, "Miss."
Huo Yun'er blinked and immediately jumped out of bed and went to the window. "Why are you here? Didn't you say not to reveal your whereabouts?"
“I have already been discovered by Yi Er.”
"Oh, okay? Then come in. We're both girls anyway, you can sleep with me tonight."
Whether it was her imagination or not, Huo Yun'er felt that her personal guard's eyes flickered.
The guard looked away, his eyes darting around. "No need, Miss. I'll keep watch outside."
Huo Yun'er: "Alright, whatever you want. Anyway, the Regent's Palace is heavily guarded. If you can't stand guard anymore, go find a place to rest, understand?"
"Yes, I understand."
...
"Your Majesty, Li Huan requests an audience."
Emperor Junlan was still reviewing memorials late at night. Upon hearing this, he said, "Let him in." Murong Jin had already told him what Li Huan had been doing, and even that he had sent Li Huan on a secret investigation just to avoid being discovered. Besides, Li Huan's official position was not as high as his father's, so no one would think much of it if he went to do something.
"Your subject pays respects to Your Majesty. Long live Your Majesty!"
"No need for formalities. The Regent has already told me that if there are any problems, I will directly arrange for you to investigate, find evidence, and bring the perpetrators to justice."
Li Huan was startled, then prostrated himself on the ground, "Your subject obeys the decree!"
It turns out that the Regent had already been in cahoots with His Majesty while living in the palace.
In that case, he no longer needs to hide his actions from His Majesty.
Not long after, Emperor Junlan watched Li Huan bring the evidence to court.
"Vice Minister Li Huan requests an audience!"
Upon hearing this, Li Mingzhong's eyelids twitched violently. His son would never easily attend court in the past, as attending court required a certain rank. What was this kid up to by suddenly coming to court today?
"Your subject Li Huan greets Your Majesty. Long live Your Majesty!"
"Rise."
"I was entrusted by the Regent to investigate the Six Ministries, and this is the evidence I have collected."
The eunuchs brought up all the evidence, and as Emperor Junlan's expression grew increasingly grim, he ordered Li Mingzhong to read it aloud.
Minister Chen, Minister Wang, Marquis, Vice Minister...
For every name called, someone kneels on the ground.
Finally, when Emperor Junlan asked the Grand Tutor and the Prime Minister beside him what should be done, they replied, "According to the law, he shall be executed!"
Upon hearing Yi Liu's report, Murong Jin asked, "They've all been imprisoned?"
"Yes, Your Majesty. Because Minister Chen was involved in quite a few murder cases, his property was confiscated, and so was Minister Wang's. He was beheaded, his property was confiscated, and his family was exiled..."
More than a dozen civil officials had their homes confiscated and were exiled. Murong Jin sighed, as if it was her fault.
Forget it, if I don't like her, I'll just assassinate her. Anyway, staying in the manor is too boring, killing a few people will help me relax.
"Cousin~~~"
Murong Jin sighed inwardly, "What's wrong?"
Let's go shopping today.
Huo Yun'er was wearing a pink tulle dress today, with her hair braided on both sides, looking elegant and gentle. "You've been staying in the manor for several days now, aren't you bored? Take me out to see the world today."
Then he leaned down and whispered in Murong Jin's ear, "We can sneak a bite, okay?"
Murong Jin's eyes flickered slightly. "I'll take you there."
Huo Yun'er was very happy and spun around in front of her, shouting, "Yay! Yay!"
Yi Er was originally going to push the wheelchair, but Huo Yun'er took over, saying, "I've been trained, this weight is no problem, let me push it." Otherwise, how could her cousin sneak food? As long as he doesn't eat spicy food, he can eat other things, like spicy food!
Yi Er and Huo Yun'er's guards followed behind, this time seriously sizing up Miss Biao's guard. It has to be said that this person's height was about the same as his, as was his master's.
Moreover, this guard's physique... seems rather robust.
He's most likely overtrained; his bulky build is all muscle.
If a woman has muscles, she won't be so burly, right?
Dressed simply, Murong Ting was pushed by Huo Yun'er as he looked at the bustling street.
She suddenly misses the roast chicken from the First Restaurant. It's a pity she has to abstain from certain foods right now. In six months, she'll eat and drink to her heart's content!
"Cousin, look! Isn't this jewelry pretty?"
The bracelet was inlaid with some gemstones. Murong Jin nodded and went to pay for it.
"Cousin, you're so kind."
No matter what she does, her cousin knows what she wants. What girls want isn't just liking, it's being favored.
I wonder who will win my cousin's favor in the future.
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