Chapter 37: Breaking Off the Engagement

Anyone with a discerning eye could tell that this was Gu Huaifeng’s scheme, aimed at framing Tang Chuyao.

“Young Master Gu has been ruining my reputation, and I have no place to speak out, so I can only tacitly accept this relationship.”

“I thought that if Young Master Gu had some genuine feelings for me, I would be willing to marry him.”

“But recently, there have been all sorts of rumors in the capital about Young Master Gu and my sister. I suspect they might be malicious slanders from others…”

“I originally planned to take Madam Su to custom-make clothes for my sister, but unexpectedly, I stumbled upon this scene…”

Dujian immediately stepped forward to support Tang Chuyao, using a handkerchief to cover her eyes, saying, “Miss, don’t be sad anymore…”

Alas, the young lady didn’t seem sad at all; she still needed her to salvage the situation.

Tang Chuyao truly couldn’t cry. Seeing Gu Huaifeng about to be tied together with Tang Chuying, she almost wanted to laugh!

Gu Qingchen nodded. “Speaking of which, the Xuanping Marquis’s residence has wronged Miss Tang!”

“From today onward, the engagement between Gu Huaifeng and Miss Tang Chuyao is hereby annulled!”

“Uncle!” Gu Huaifeng wanted to say something, but he was intimidated by Gu Qingchen’s cold gaze.

“Gu Huaifeng will marry Tang Chuying on an auspicious day!”

Tang Chuying was in a state of panic; she didn’t want to marry Gu Huaifeng!

Especially since Tang Chuyao didn’t want this man, she didn’t want him either!

Moreover, after seeing the Crown Prince the other day, she was even more certain in her heart that her husband should be a man of high status like the Crown Prince!

Gu Qingchen ignored the expressions of those present and left with a wave of his sleeve…

Tang Chuyao glanced at Tang Chuying, turned, and left, with Su Xiaowan immediately following her…

Gu Huaifeng suddenly slumped to the ground, realizing it was all over; the nobleman would definitely abandon him!

It was all Tang Chuying’s fault! She insisted on sending a message to the Xuanping Marquis’s residence to summon him!

Now it was all ruined; the engagement with Tang Chuyao was also nullified!

Having lost the support of the General’s residence, how could he establish himself in the future?

The position of heir that was almost within reach would have to be given up now!!

Tang Youze looked thoughtfully at Tang Chuyao’s departing figure, always feeling that the Crown Prince’s visit today was quite strange, as if it was specifically to support Tang Chuyao!

Then he thought it was impossible; Gu Qingchen must have appeared at the Wen Yong Bo residence because of Gu Huaifeng!

For Tang Youze, it didn’t matter who married Gu Huaifeng!

What mattered was that he could establish a connection with the Xuanping Marquis’s residence!

“Aunt Mei, you should quickly prepare for Ying’er and Young Master Gu’s wedding!”

After leaving this remark, Tang Youze took the young servant and left.

Aunt Mei’s eyelids twitched; how could this be resolved? The dowry was a headache!

Moreover, since Tang Chuyao was no longer marrying Gu Huaifeng, what would she use to provide a dowry for Tang Chuying?

Although the Xuanping Marquis’s residence was large and prosperous, if Ying’er went over empty-handed, wouldn’t that be a laughingstock?

Aunt Mei frowned, and at that moment, Anxiang rushed over. “Aunt, the old lady has summoned you again; please hurry!”

Aunt Mei felt like she wanted to die; this old woman must be here to torment her!

And the maids Zhao and Anxiang serving in Rong Jin Hall were deliberately targeting her, right?

Such menial tasks were always left for her to do!

Aunt Mei perfunctorily comforted Tang Chuying with a few words before following Anxiang out…

In the courtyard, only Gu Huaifeng and Tang Chuying remained. Before Tang Chuying could speak, “slap”!

The fiery pain on her face shocked her as she looked at Gu Huaifeng in disbelief.

“You wretched man! You’ve ruined Young Master!” After saying this, Gu Huaifeng coldly snorted and left…

Tang Chuying was filled with anger and had nowhere to vent it, while the surrounding maidservants trembled in fear…

The next day, rumors spread throughout the capital about how Gu Huaifeng from the Xuanping Marquis’s residence had tarnished the reputation of the eldest young lady of the Wen Yong Bo residence, and how Tang Chuying had shamelessly conspired with Gu Huaifeng to frame her legitimate sister!

There were even stories of how the two had engaged in scandalous activities in the boudoir, and new paintings had even been auctioned off…

The capital’s top talented woman’s “Spring Palace” painting was sold out…

In an instant, the reputations of Gu Huaifeng and Tang Chuying were in tatters.

In the ancient-style study, the place was in disarray, with ink, paper, and brushes scattered everywhere.

Gu Huaifeng knelt on the ground, trembling all over, with his forehead bleeding from being struck by the inkstone. This was the first time he had seen his father so furious with him.

“You can’t even handle such a small matter! How did I end up raising such a useless child!” Gu Shengyue’s face was filled with uncontrollable anger.

“Father, please don’t be angry! I still have a plan!”

Night Rain was on the roof, looking at the newly bought paintings, and saw Gu Huaifeng’s small frame, filled with disdain!

This little chick was currently conspiring with the old man on how to scheme against the young lady; truly both inept and wicked!

Gu Qingchen believed that the sooner Gu Huaifeng married Tang Chuying, the better, but the Xuanping Marquis’s residence had no intention of marrying her!

Even if the Wen Yong Bo residence was down on its luck, Tang Chuying was still a legitimate daughter born of a concubine, lacking any influence, and had even actively seduced her legitimate sister’s fiancé. Such a person wasn’t even worthy of being a servant in the Xuanping Marquis’s residence!

However, since Gu Qingchen had spoken, old Mr. Gu and Madam Gu had also sent people to the Wen Yong Bo residence, setting the wedding date for the seventh day of next month.

Gu Huaifeng suspected this was a deliberate move by Gu Qingchen; he had come to discuss a plan to deal with Tang Chuyao during the Qiqiao Festival, but unexpectedly, he was to be married that very day!

He could only push back his plans against Tang Chuyao to three days after Tang Chuying’s wedding, which would be the tenth of next month.

In no time, the entire capital knew that Gu Huaifeng and Tang Chuying would marry on the seventh of July.

The playboy and the capital’s top talented woman—oh, no, the capital’s top loose woman—seemed quite a match!

When Dujian shared the gossip with Tang Chuyao, she merely smiled faintly, showing little reaction.

Dujian sighed, realizing that the young lady had truly let go of that scoundrel Gu Huaifeng!

At the Wen Yong Bo residence, the busiest person was undoubtedly Aunt Mei.

While taking care of Madam Gu, she was also tasked with preparing Tang Chuying’s dowry

Where was she supposed to find so much dowry?

Aunt Mei had no choice but to seek out Tang Youze for discussion.

What surprised her was that Tang Youze was not at the residence!

At this time, where could Tang Youze possibly be?

Aunt Mei suddenly recalled Tang Chuying’s earlier words and realized she hadn’t been close to Tang Youze for over a month!

An uneasy feeling surged in her heart…

That day, while Tang Youze was out, Aunt Mei secretly followed him with Bitao.

She saw Tang Youze arrive at a remote place in a carriage, stopping in front of a small courtyard.

After getting off the carriage, a woman came out of the courtyard and immediately threw herself into Tang Youze’s arms…

Aunt Mei felt like the sky had fallen!

Tang Youze had always been loyal to her, without a single woman by his side!

She never expected he had been keeping a woman outside!

Bitao didn’t stop Aunt Mei; she jumped down from the carriage and rushed towards the small courtyard…