Chapter 395 Stroke
These words finally calmed Lu Guanxuan's anger a little.
It seems to make some sense.
This matter is indeed a big bargaining chip. If Zijuan really knew about it, she would not have hidden it and not used it, but would have delayed it until now.
At the beginning, when Fang's poisoning of the concubines in Xiyuan was exposed, she used Lu Juncheng's future to plead for mercy, so Lu Guanxuan did not get rid of her, but sent her to the family temple.
If Zijuan revealed this matter again at that time, he would definitely not let Fang go.
On the other hand, what Fang said just now seemed to make sense at first, but in fact it did not stand up to scrutiny.
He was so blinded by anger that he didn't think much about it.
Zijuan looked at the change in Lu Guanxuan's expression and knew that his words had touched his heart.
He was convinced.
Zijuan breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, I had fallen out with Fang a long time ago, otherwise I would not have been able to escape this time.
Zijuan took a few steps on her knees towards Lu Guanxuan, looked up at him, her tone full of admiration.
"Master, I have followed you and am devoted to you with all my heart. I have no second thoughts. I wish I could reveal my heart to you to prove my innocence. Please believe me."
Lu Guanxuan's anger slowly subsided, "You get up first."
Zijuan wiped her tears and stood up carefully.
Lu Guanxuan's eyes were still a little cold. He moved around her body, looking at her appraisingly.
Zijuan lowered her head and acted humble.
After a while, Lu Guanxuan spoke, and the topic turned to Lu Zhiran.
"You seem to have a good relationship with Sister Ran."
Zijuan hurriedly said, "Master, you are embarrassing me. I am just a concubine. How dare I become friendly with the young lady?"
"Has she ever come to you to inquire about this matter?"
Zijuan shook her head. "I have served Madam for so many years, and I didn't know about this. How could the young lady know about this? The idea of her inquiring about this is completely nonsense."
She seemed to muster up the courage to speak, "Master, I dare to ask if the lady said anything to you?"
Lu Guanxuan's eyes became fierce, Zijuan shrank back, and immediately knelt down again, speaking in fear and trepidation.
"I have overstepped my bounds, but I must say something. Madam and the young lady are enemies, so how could she possibly wish for the young lady's well-being? Madam knows it's difficult to clear herself of suspicion in this matter, so she is making false accusations, attempting to sow discord between Master and the young lady. Perhaps I have been acting with such ulterior motives, so please punish me, Master!"
Zijuan's forehead was pressed against the ground, motionless.
Lu Guanxuan looked at her deeply, his eyes inexplicable.
He was unwilling to admit that he was instigated by Fang, as that would only make him look stupid.
Moreover, the doubts in his heart had not completely disappeared.
Lu Zhiran is indeed very suspicious about this matter.
Lu Guanxuan did not continue the topic, nor did he stay here for long, and left quickly.
He had to check this out.
Even if he couldn't do anything to Lu Zhiran now, he had to find out whether this matter was related to her.
He didn't want to be deceived.
As soon as Lu Guanxuan left, Zijuan's body went limp and she collapsed to the ground.
The maid hurried forward to support her and found that her back was soaked.
"Auntie, are you okay? I'll go get you a doctor."
Zijuan shook her head, "No, I'm fine. Where's Chen'er?"
"The young lady is playing in the west wing."
Zijuan felt relieved.
When she learned that Lu Guanxuan had just arrived, she immediately had the child taken away. She was worried that Lu Guanxuan would vent his anger on the child.
This man is indeed capable of doing such a thing.
Zijuan's heart was still beating wildly.
She knew that she was innocent in this matter, but Lu Guanxuan might not really believe it.
He was convinced by himself this time, but there was no guarantee that he would not bring up this old matter again at some opportunity next time.
By that time, will she still be able to escape unscathed?
And is she capable of protecting her Chen'er?
Zijuan was in a state of confusion. After some thought, she made a decision.
She instructed the maid, "Find an opportunity to leave the house and quietly go to Prince Jin's mansion to ask to see the princess. Say you have something important to tell her..."
She didn't have the ability to compete with Lu Guanxuan, but Lu Zhiran did.
Zijuan discovered that Lu Zhiran didn't have much affection for her biological father Lu Guanxuan, and even felt disgusted with him.
Perhaps they are on the same side.
But Zijuan couldn't guarantee whether her people could see Lu Zhiran, so she could only try.
Zijuan's maid took the order and left.
Half an hour later, the maid came back with a message.
"The weather has been getting hotter lately. Master, you should use some cool air to calm your mind."
After hearing this, Zijuan couldn't help but look thoughtful.
The maid was puzzled. "Auntie, what do you mean?"
Zijuan didn't answer, but since the eldest lady had said this, she must have her own intentions.
Cooling powder, calming the mind...
Zijuan seemed to be lost in thought.
On the other side, Lu Zhiran and his servant were also discussing this matter.
Dan Yan asked doubtfully, "Princess, what did you mean by that message you gave to Aunt Zijuan?"
There was a hint of coldness in Lu Zhiran's eyes.
"My father has been anxious and angry lately. He should just shut up and have a good rest."
Dan Yan was still confused.
Why does the master deserve so much concern from his own princess?
Cui Fu looked thoughtful, and the princess probably wanted the master to rest all the time.
"Princess, can Aunt Zijuan understand what you mean?"
When Lu Zhiran saw Cui Fu's expression, he immediately understood that she had understood his intention.
She showed a look of relief that there were still smart people around her.
"Zijuan is very smart and can guess it. If she can't guess it, then there's no need for me to help her."
She needed a smart person to take care of the Lu family's affairs for her.
If Zijuan is not able to do it, she can help other people. There may be capable people among those old concubines.
Dan Yan listened to the two of them singing in unison, and her face became even more confused.
What are you talking about?
She simply stopped asking and focused on thinking about what to eat tonight.
Three days later, a servant from the Lu Mansion came hurriedly to report that Lu Guanxuan had drunk too much and suddenly became incontinent in the middle of the night. He was now paralyzed in bed, unable to move.
When Lu Zhiran got the news, he immediately sent someone to invite the imperial physician and hurried back to the Lu family.
When she arrived, Zijuan was wiping tears beside Lu Guanxuan's bed.
Lu Guanxuan was lying on the bed with his mouth crooked, his speech unclear, and he was drooling.
When he saw Lu Zhiran, a strong hope immediately flashed in his eyes.
He opened his mouth to ask for help, but his words were unclear and his saliva flowed even more violently. The more anxious he became, the more difficult it was to control himself.
He looked so miserable.
"How could this be?"
Zijuan cried and said, "I don't know either. The master hasn't asked me to serve him recently. The servant beside the master said that the master drank before going to bed and became like this in the middle of the night. I really don't know what to do."
Lu Zhiran's expression was gloomy, and Zijuan was a little nervous for a moment.
The imperial physician rushed over and diagnosed Lu Guanxuan, but in the end he could only shake his head.
"Lord Lu was depressed and drank too much, which caused evil spirits to enter his body and induce a stroke. Fortunately, he was not killed, but if he wants to recover, I can't do anything."
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