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When Qing Yukong arrived, he already knew that Gu Xiruo would say such words. He reached out and embraced Gu Xiruo, his voice slightly hoarse as he spoke, “Xiruo, we can’t move against Yanqi.”
“Why?”
“Committing murder under the imperial city is like exposing oneself as a target. Do you want to attract the attention of the court?”
Gu Xiruo felt unwilling, but she also knew that Qing Yukong was right. If they really took action, they would be the ones to suffer in the end. This was not a good situation.
“So, are we just going to let it go like this? If he comes back, I won’t have a chance to become the head of the Gu family,” Gu Xiruo said discontentedly.
“How could we have only known about his return now? It would have been better if we had known earlier,” Gu Xiruo said.
Upon hearing Gu Xiruo’s words, Qing Yukong sighed softly, “The reason we only know about his return now is because he has someone helping him behind the scenes.”
As soon as she heard that someone was helping Yanqi, Gu Xiruo’s face darkened, “Is it that despicable Wang Jinhe?”
Only Wang Jinhe would hate her so much.
And only she would not want Gu Xiruo to gain control of the Gu family.
It must be the work of that woman.
Qing Yukong frowned at Gu Xiruo, “No matter how much you dislike her, remember that Wang Jinhe is the Princess consort of Imperial prince Yu.”
“Do you forget what she did to you before? Do you realize the consequences of saying such things to her?” Qing Yukong knew that Gu Xiruo would love nothing more than to see Wang Jinhe suffer, but she needed to understand Wang Jinhe’s true identity.
“I…”
“Xiruo, I will remind you one last time: you may not like Wang Jinhe, but you cannot wish for her death. Killing a royal relative, regardless of success, will lead to execution.”
“And Wang Jinhe is the hope of the entire Xuan Empire. We may not know the extent of her influence among the people, but I can tell you this: if anything happens to Wang Jinhe, the entire capital, especially the common people, will spare no effort to find the culprit. Not only will they face execution, but their entire family will be implicated,” Qing Yukong said to Gu Xiruo, each word deliberate.
Although Gu Xiruo despised Wang Jinhe, she valued her own life and would not risk it to take down Wang Jinhe.
Now, she had missed the opportunity to deal with Wang Jinhe.
Blame could be placed on those two fools who let Wang Jinhe slip away. If she had remained in their hands, Gu Xiruo wouldn’t be in such a passive position, and Wang Jinhe wouldn’t have become a county princess and the Princess consort of the Imperial Prince.
The thought of this matter made Gu Xiruo very angry, and she even began to feel disgust towards her own biological parents.
“I understand, I won’t go after her,” Gu Xiruo said obediently.
Not seeking revenge on Wang Jinhe did not mean she would let her off the hook.
“How can we make her suffer? She would be devastated if her family died, right?” Gu Xiruo spoke again.
Wasn’t Wang Jinhe most concerned about her family? If something happened to all of them, Gu Xiruo wondered if Wang Jinhe could still maintain her high and mighty attitude.
Qing Yukong looked displeased as he gazed at Gu Xiruo, his expression turning grim, “Xiruo, have you forgotten everything I’ve told you?”
Upon hearing this, Gu Xiruo recalled the words Qing Yukong had spoken to her.
“I…”
“Xiruo, this is my final warning to you. No matter what you plan to do, remember to stay away from anything related to Wang Jinhe’s family. Any thoughts of harming their children or family members must be discarded,” Qing Yukong spoke to Gu Xiruo with unprecedented severity.
Gu Xiruo tightly pursed her lips, her face looking extremely unpleasant, “I…”
“Xiruo, be obedient, don’t make me do something to harm you. That’s not what I want, understand?” Qing Yukong interrupted Gu Xiruo’s words, looking gently at her.
However, this gentle tone made Gu Xiruo’s scalp tingle.
“I… I understand,” Gu Xiruo knew that if she didn’t agree today, Qing Yukong could really do anything.
Qing Yukong’s expression finally returned to normal, “Very obedient.”
With her eyes lowered, Gu Xiruo didn’t say much.
As long as she didn’t let Qing Yukong know about these things, it would be fine.
While Gu Xiruo was considering how to bypass Qing Yukong and deal with Wang Jinhe, she received news that Gu Yanqi had arrived in the capital.
This news was undoubtedly a blow to Gu Xiruo.
When Gu Xiruo found out, Wang Jinhe naturally knew as well.
Leaning on her chin, Wang Jinhe had a serene smile on her face, “He’s finally back.”
Upon learning that Gu Yanqi had returned, Gu Qing and the others were extremely excited.
After Gu Yanqi arrived home, they intercepted him, preventing Gu Sheng from finding him.
Looking at Gu Qing and the others, Gu Yanqi asked wearily, “Elders, why did you call me here?”
“Yanqi, you are the young master of the Gu family. We have decided to have you take over the position of the head of the Gu family as soon as possible,” the elder said to Gu Yanqi.
Gu Yanqi looked at them in surprise, “My father will not agree to this.”
Upon hearing this, Gu Qing sneered, “This is something he cannot refuse.”
“What do you intend to do?” He knew that Gu Xiruo was planning to take over the entire Gu family when he returned.
As soon as he learned about this, he immediately came back.
Regardless of whether Wang Jinhe needed his help as a brother, he would do everything to protect her.
During his time away, he had learned a lot.
He also learned many things.
“Gu Xiruo, in order to gain control of the entire Gu family, conspired with your father to kill three elders. Although Qing Yukong eventually presented a scapegoat, we have evidence of this,” Gu Qing handed the evidence to Gu Yanqi.
After reading the evidence, Gu Yanqi’s eyes were filled with shock, “Is he out of his mind?”
The elder beside him spoke up, “Your father has lost his mind now, and your mother is confined because of this matter.”
“I am aware of this. The Gu family will not fall into Gu Xiruo’s hands.”
“That’s good.”
Worried that Gu Yanqi’s appearance would change many things, Gu Xiruo secretly left home and went to a certain place.
Upon arriving at the location, Gu Xiruo looked at the person inside, “I need something from you. Name your price.”
“I want the most important thing to you.”
“What is it?”
“The jade pendant you are wearing,” the old man said in a hoarse voice.
Frowning, Gu Xiruo wondered why this person wanted the jade pendant, which was exclusive to the main line of the Gu family. And why did he claim it was the most important thing?
Taking the jade pendant from around her neck, Gu Xiruo looked puzzled, “This is just a regular jade pendant. What makes it so important?”
“You don’t need to know. Just tell me if you will give it or not,” the old man said, looking at Gu Xiruo.
“Okay, I’ll give it to you.”
The old man handed a bottle to Gu Xiruo, saying, “This contains what you desire. But you should think carefully before using it. Don’t end up regretting it later.”