Aru's expression immediately became serious.
After hearing Jiang Wan's words, she opened her eyes slightly: "Is this alright? Isn't it too dangerous? Why...why are you doing this?"
I can't tell you the reason.
Jiang Wan said sincerely.
“There is indeed some risk involved this time, and it’s for my personal reasons. You are currently pregnant and have secured your position in the inner quarters. If you don’t want to take the risk, you can simply refuse me, and I can think of other ways.”
Aru hurriedly replied, "Without you, Madam, I would never have been able to enter the General's Mansion, let alone conceive this child."
"I am willing to help you."
"Thank you." Jiang Wan patted her hand. "Don't be nervous. As long as you do as I say, I'm confident."
Aru nodded.
Jiang Wan then reminded her, "Also, be careful with these things I sent, especially those two ginseng roots. Gu Yurong might use them to tamper with them."
Aru was very clever and understood immediately: "So what you said just now was deliberately meant for Madam Gu to hear?"
Gu Yurong didn't want to see her give birth to the child.
The best way is to frame Jiang Wan.
This kills two birds with one stone: it gets rid of the child in her womb and also gives Jiang Wan a reputation for being jealous and vicious.
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."
Aru glanced at the tonics on the table and said solemnly.
Before we knew it, it was February 2nd, the first day of the martial arts competition.
Early in the morning, the martial arts testing ground in the western corner of the capital was packed with people. Countless ordinary people and martial arts practitioners had been waiting there to witness the birth of a new martial arts champion.
Although the first day was a preliminary selection competition, it was the most exciting day.
Not only could they meet prominent figures in the martial arts world, but the royal family would also send people to meet them.
Last year, Emperor Jingyuan visited in person.
This year, it is said that it is Prince Yongning, Pei Xuan.
This was one of the few occasions when the common people could see the Crown Prince. Therefore, when the Crown Prince's entourage appeared at the martial arts examination venue, the people were in an uproar, kneeling down and shouting greetings.
Pei Xuan wore a dark brocade robe with python patterns and a golden crown, looking handsome and noble.
Originally, Emperor Jingyuan intended to send Pei Feng to represent him.
Since New Year's Eve, Pei Feng has been reflecting on his mistakes in seclusion every day, making a show of repentance. Emperor Jingyuan was quite moved and agreed to let him inaugurate this year's martial arts competition.
Unexpectedly, Pei Xuan interfered.
Pei Feng gritted his teeth in anger, thinking that Pei Xuan was deliberately going against him.
But he didn't know Pei Xuan's true purpose in coming here.
A few days ago, he received a secret letter.
The notice reads: "Someone from the General's Mansion is impersonating Master Qingwu, deceiving everyone. Today is the perfect opportunity to expose her. Please invite Pei Xuan to the martial arts competition to witness it firsthand."
Pei Xuan almost immediately guessed that the person was referring to Jiang Wan.
As for the person who wrote the letter, Pei Xuan had already guessed most or less who the few people in the capital who had a grudge against her.
He had no interest in the infighting within the household, but since Qingwu was involved, he still came.
Could Jiang Wan be Qingwu?
Pei Xuan instinctively wanted to deny it; they were clearly two completely different people.
But the events that followed forced him to think more deeply.
Just then, a cheer suddenly erupted from the audience.
"Mr. Qingwu! Mr. Qingwu has arrived!"
Since Linglong Pavilion became a royal merchant and began sending letters home to soldiers free of charge, Qingwu has been widely praised by the people, who all agree with his good deeds.
Therefore, it attracted a lot of attention as soon as it appeared.
All the contestants gathered off the field.
The drums sounded, and the first competition began.
Pei Xuan had no interest in the competition. He got up and walked off the stage, heading towards the area where the crowd was most concentrated.
There, Qingwu was talking to Linglong Pavilion's subordinates.
Everyone was startled to see the Crown Prince personally stepping down.
"Mr. Qingwu".
Pei Xuan glanced at the slender figure surrounded by the crowd, dressed in a moon-white robe and wearing a silver mask.
He stepped forward and called out, "Mr. Qingwu."
Qingwu made a gesture of respect, but he gently helped her up: "No need for formalities. I am here to personally thank Linglong Pavilion for its kindness on behalf of the soldiers of Dayong."
Pei Xuan stood to his side, his gaze quietly fixed on him.
Qingwu shook her head and said softly, "Your Highness is too kind."
Pei Xuan's eyes narrowed slightly.
He knew that there were many people with special abilities in Linglong Pavilion, including those who knew the art of disguise, so it wouldn't be difficult for them to impersonate Qingwu.
But he could tell that it was indeed Qingwu's voice.
The person in front of me is definitely not someone in disguise.
Pei Xuan's heart stirred slightly, and a touch of warmth appeared in his eyes.
He raised his hand, and the servants understood, moving his chair, screen, charcoal brazier, and other items over.
Qingwu was somewhat surprised: "Your Highness, aren't you going to the platform to watch the battle?"
Pei Xuan's thin lips curved slightly: "The scenery here is even better."
He sat down next to Qingwu.
With him here, Qingwu has no chance of escaping under his nose.
Now, we're just waiting for news from the General's Mansion.
Inside the general's mansion.
Gu Yurong was sitting in the courtyard, waiting for the servants to announce her arrival.
A moment later, a servant ran over and reported, "Madam, the martial arts competition has already begun. You guessed it, not only is Master Qingwu here, but His Highness the Crown Prince has also come in person!"
Gu Yurong felt relieved and smiled slightly before asking again.
"Has there been any movement from Aunt Ru's side?"
The servant shook his head: "It's quiet in Aunt Ru's courtyard, nothing's happened."
Gu Yurong frowned slightly.
She bribed the old woman in Aunt Ru's small kitchen early in the morning to add something that would cause miscarriage to the ginseng that Jiang Wan sent over.
The old woman said that Aunt Ru hadn't noticed anything wrong and had been drinking ginseng and black chicken soup for two days in a row.
Logically speaking, there should be some activity by now.
Once Aru makes a scene, the doctor will quickly discover that the problem lies with the ginseng, and the matriarch will definitely summon Jiang Wan for a face-to-face confrontation.
At that time, so many eyes will be able to witness that Jiang Wan is currently in the General's Mansion.
His Highness the Crown Prince will naturally understand that the Qingwu in the martial arts competition is not her at all!
But even now, there's still no news from Aunt Ru. Could it be...?
Just then, a maidservant suddenly came in from outside the door and said in a low voice, "Madam! I saw that Concubine Ru's personal maid went to fetch a doctor! She looked panicked, and it was obvious that something had happened!"
"well!"
Gu Yurong was overjoyed and quickly stood up, walking briskly out of the courtyard.
"Quickly, inform Lu Hetang that Aunt Ru has had a miscarriage and ask her to come in person!"
She arrived earlier.
A young maid was guarding outside the courtyard. Gu Yurong stepped forward and asked, "How is Aunt Ru?"
"My aunt isn't doing well. It happened suddenly, and she's bleeding a lot..."
Before Gu Yurong could finish speaking, she was already certain that the medicine had taken effect.
She was secretly delighted.
Jiang Wan, let's see how you escape today!
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