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“It seems that Lu Lingfeng has pushed Gu Xiruo to a rather pitiful state,” Wang Jinhe said with a meaningful smile.
“After Lu Lingfeng dealt with Gu Xiruo, she went to a few other people, but they all ignored her, and some even severed ties with her. As a last resort, Gu Xiruo turned to Qing Yukong,” Qiu Yi recounted the information she knew to Wang Jinhe.
After hearing this, Wang Jinhe couldn’t help but laugh. It seemed that all the fish in Gu Xiruo’s pond, had turned the waters and was no longer willing to be the one dangling on the hook.
“I see. I didn’t expect the situation to be like this. It’s quite interesting,” Wang Jinhe remarked.
“What do you think Gu Xiruo’s reaction will be when she finds out about Lu Lingfeng’s identity?” After all, Lu Lingfeng was the son of Qi Ming and the grandson of the Emperor of Qi. If she married him, she would become a member of the royal family. It’s a pity that she’s marrying Qing Yukong now.
“Gu Xiruo might resent Qing Yukong when she finds out,” Qiu Yi considered and replied.
Wang Jinhe chuckled softly. “You’re right. Gu Xiruo will indeed resent Qing Yukong. However, she should be aware that once Lu Lingfeng knows the truth, he won’t continue to be with her. And it’s true that Qing Yukong genuinely likes Gu Xiruo. If he didn’t, which man would accept Gu Xiruo having such a close relationship with other men?”
Their good relationship was one thing, but there was still some ambiguity in their relationship.
After marrying Qing Yukong, Gu Xiruo would live a good life. It all depended on whether she could come to terms with it.
“Miss, Master has been quite busy lately,” remarked the servant. He could only be seen in the morning and evening, and was otherwise occupied.
Wang Jinhe shrugged. “It can’t be helped. After all, my elder brother is about to get married, and it’s only natural for his younger brother to help out. He also needs to oversee matters with King Zhenbei.”
No one arranged tasks for her since she became pregnant. Su Xi told her not to help, and the commotion at the old house recently made her cautious about going there.
Even Su Jiu didn’t want her to go. Everyone wanted her to take care of her pregnancy. She wasn’t being overly dramatic; she just discussed high-yield crop planting with the officials every day.
“The officials have arrived, Miss.”
“Please let them in.”
The officials came to discuss planting matters with Wang Jinhe, and Qiu Yi prepared some food for them.
In addition to discussing rice cultivation, the group also talked to the officials about wheat and other crops. The officials from King Chen’s side were particularly attentive when it came to the cultivation of wheat and corn, as their land was more suitable for these crops. Sweet potatoes and potatoes were also discussed.
Listening to Wang Jinhe’s methods, the officials wished they had a few extra hands. Seeing their enthusiasm, Wang Jinhe shook her head with a smile and then turned to Qiu Yi. “Qiu Yi, go and fetch some sweet potatoes and potatoes.”
“Okay.”
In no time, Qiu Yi returned with the items. Wang Jinhe then demonstrated how to cut and sprout the sweet potatoes and explained the planting process. Not only the officials from King Chen’s side, but also the other officials, listened attentively, taking notes as they listened.
“Thank you, Your Highness, for your guidance. Your words are truly invaluable. We have gained so much from your advice,” the official said excitedly.
Wang Jinhe found the official’s exaggerated manner somewhat amusing. “You’re too kind, gentlemen.”
“Your Highness, we will take our leave now.” They had already taken up much of Wang Jinhe’s time today and didn’t want to further delay her rest.
“Qiu Yi, please see the gentlemen out and give them some dragon fruits to take with them,” Wang Jinhe instructed.
“Of course, Miss.”
Qiu Yi brought over several dragon fruits and gave each official four. The officials felt a bit embarrassed. “Thank you, Your Highness.”
After seeing off the officials, Wang Jinhe was about to go and rest when Xiao Bao hurriedly ran in. “Mother, the Gu family’s people have come to take away Eldest Brother.”
“They have some nerve,” Wang Jinhe snorted and took Xiao Bao to see what was happening.
When they arrived, Xiao Zhi was not at the door. They learned from the gatekeeper that he had been taken away by Nan Qiao.
Xiao Zhi had a natural talent for handling insects, and Nan Qiao had been teaching him recently. Now that someone had come to bully his young disciple, he naturally wouldn’t allow them to stay.
Wang Jinhe looked coldly at the Gu family’s people. “Su Zhixiao is the young master of the Yu Mansion. What is the meaning of this, Gu family?”
“The Princess already has three children. Are you here to take our child from us?” The Old master Gu said coldly.
“Old Master Gu, that’s not accurate. We are not trying to take your child. It was Gu Jing who signed the document to sever ties with Xiao Zhi. This is a matter of public record, known to the Emperor and the Empress Dowager. All of this is the result of Gu Jing’s choice to use with Su Yu’s connections for three years.”
Mr. Gu naturally knew about this. Gu Jing’s use with Su Yu’s connections indirectly benefited the Gu family. He had come today assuming that Su Yu wasn’t present and that Wang Jinhe, being pregnant, wouldn’t want to deal with him. However, he was taken aback by Wang Jinhe’s sharp words.
“If the Gu family still wants to come and take a child from Prince Yu’s Mansion, you are welcome to do so. We can present our case to the Emperor. It’s truly sickening to receive benefits and then not honor agreements,” Wang Jinhe said.
“I’ve heard that the Gu family has been thriving recently. If I were to inform Su Yu, would you still have this opportunity?” Wang Jinhe looked at Old Master Gu coldly.
Old Master Gu frowned. If Wang Jinhe were to speak up, the Gu family might not have such an opportunity in the future. This was not a good situation for the Gu family.
“Is the Princess threatening me?”
“It’s not so much a threat as it is a reminder, Old Master Gu. Su Yu holds influence in the court and has the ear of the Emperor. If Su Yu were to inform the Emperor of the Gu family’s actions, do you think your children would still have the opportunity to enter officialdom?” Wang Jinhe’s face bore a serene smile.
Today, she was indeed taking advantage of her position.
However, Su Yu had the capability and the means to do so. Dealing with the Gu family was a simple matter for him.
“Go back and tell Gu Jing not to overstep. We can provide her with Su Yu’s connections, but we can also ruin everything she holds dear. Her beloved son will have no hope for redemption,” Wang Jinhe said. When Gu Jing had forsaken Zhang Zhilin for connections, Wang Jinhe had only felt displeasure towards her, nothing more.
Old Master Gu’s expression changed slightly. He had no doubt that Wang Jinhe and her husband could carry out their threats. On the contrary, they had the absolute power to do so.
Su Yu’s position in Xuan Empire was highly unique, and the Emperor had great trust in him. Old Master Gu had heard that Su Yu had obtained the seal of King Zhenbei and had also found the evidence. This was a significant achievement, yet the Emperor had not rewarded Su Yu yet.