Chapter 72: Discovering the Anomaly

In the era of imperial power, breaking off an engagement was not easy. Especially in the case of Dongli Lucang’s persistence, it was even more difficult.

Unless her reputation was completely ruined, but she didn’t want that. Although she didn’t care about her reputation, who would want a bad reputation if they could have a good one?

Plus, the status of a princess would make it easier for her to do other things.

“Does this mean you’re willing to marry me, Zhizhi?” Dongli Lucang looked at Yunzhi with a face full of joy, his gaze burning as if he wanted to melt her.

“I didn’t say that, I’m just willing to give you a chance. So, Your Highness, you better perform well. Otherwise, I might break off the engagement.”

“Don’t worry, you won’t have that chance.”

“Alright, let’s see about that.”

After they talked it out, Yunzhi’s mood became even better. Dongli Lucang felt the same way, a slight smile on his lips, his face never losing its cheer.

When Yunzhi had rested enough, Dongli Lucang took her for a stroll, only stopping when it was time for lunch.

At the Yun family, Yunzhu returned home and went directly to her mother Xu’s courtyard, telling her about what happened at the Princess Langhua’s mansion today.

Although the Princess had warned them not to spread the word about what happened today, it was naturally an exception for their parents. Otherwise, they wouldn’t be able to explain why they came back so early today.

Xu was initially quite happy to hear that Yunzhi had been targeted by the Princess Langhua. She was naturally happier the more misfortune befell this disobedient daughter.

However, she was disappointed to find that the Princess Langhua was so useless and failed to scheme against Yunzhi. Otherwise, how could her engagement with the Regent King be preserved?

What a pity.

She was almost able to openly replace her daughter with another to marry the Regent King.

Compared to Xu’s disappointed expression, Yunzhu was extremely happy. Although the Princess Langhua failed to scheme against Yunzhi, she had succeeded.

Thinking about what she had placed on Yunzhi, she couldn’t stop the smile on her face.

“Zhu’er, what are you laughing about? What’s so funny?” Xu noticed her daughter’s good mood and felt something was wrong, so she couldn’t help but ask.

Yunzhu naturally dared not tell the truth, afraid that Xu would say she didn’t like Yunzhi but secretly give her an antidote.

However, mothers know their daughters best. Yunzhu’s unusual behavior made Xu quickly think of a problem. So, she directly asked, “Zhu’er, have you finished reading the things you borrowed from me yesterday? Should you return them to me?”

As soon as these words came out, Yunzhu immediately panicked and said, “Mother, I haven’t finished reading them yet. Can I return them to you in a few days?”

Xu looked at her daughter and understood what was going on. She must have used it, hence the excuse.

Therefore, she couldn’t help but sigh inwardly, thinking she was too hasty.

However, she didn’t expose her, after all, she had been doting on this daughter for so many years, so she should give her some face.

“Alright, remember to return them to me when you’re finished.”

“I know, Mother.” Yunzhu nodded, agreeing readily. But in her heart, she thought it was impossible to return them. After all, she had already used them on Yunzhi.

“Alright, go back. I’m tired and want to rest.”

“Yes, daughter takes her leave.” Yunzhu nodded, bowed to Xu, and prepared to leave.

But as she bowed, Xu noticed something unusual. So, she immediately called out to her, who was about to leave, and said, “Zhu’er, wait!”