The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

A hint of warmth flashed in Lin Ruoxuan's eyes. She looked up at Gu Nanyuan and saw that his eyes were full of concern and pity. She couldn't help but feel warm in her heart.

"I understand. I won't do this again." Lin Ruoxuan said with a hint of apology in her tone.

Gu Nanyuan looked at her well-behaved appearance and finally couldn't help the soft side of his heart.

He reached out and gently held her in his arms, sighing softly, "Don't take risks next time."

Lin Ruoxuan leaned in his arms, feeling the familiar warmth and security, and her heart became much calmer.

She nodded slightly, her voice soft: "I know, I won't do it again."

Gu Nanyuan didn't say anything else, but just held her tightly in his arms, as if he was afraid that she would disappear from him again.

His embrace was strong and warm. Lin Ruoxuan felt his concern and care, and the uneasiness in her heart gradually dissipated.

Afterwards, Gu Nanyuan picked up Lin Ruoxuan and looked down at her: "I'll take you back."

Lin Ruoxuan smiled softly, and snuggled obediently in his arms, feeling his warm body temperature.

The night outside was quiet, but Gu Nanyuan's arms gave her the safest shelter.

Lin.

Lin Ruoxuan returned to her room, still feeling frightened. If Gu Nanyuan couldn't arrive in time, the consequences would be disastrous.

She sighed softly and said to the maid beside her, "Prepare some water. I want to take a bath and change my clothes."

The maid responded and went away, and soon prepared hot water.

Lin Ruoxuan took off her clothes and slowly walked into the bathtub, feeling the comfort of the warm water wrapping around her body.

However, Gu Nanyuan's figure kept appearing in her mind.

At the same time, Gu Nanyuan came to Lin Ruoxue's house.

Qi Zeshen was sitting by the window, playing with a silver ring in his hand, looking thoughtful.

Gu Nanyuan walked in and closed the door immediately, his expression solemn: "The commotion in Anran Building today was too loud. If we don't find a reasonable explanation, it will probably cause unnecessary speculation."

Qi Zeshen raised his head, thought for a moment and nodded: "Indeed. If people knew that Ruoxuan and Zhao Cezhi were in the same room, things would become complicated. We need an explanation."

He paused, a smile on his face, "Why not just say that a thief broke into Anran Building, and in the chaos they were eager to catch him, which caused such a commotion."

After hearing this, Gu Nanyuan's brows relaxed slightly, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "This is a good reason. In this way, everyone will only pay attention to the thief and will not think about other things at all."

"I'll arrange it right away." Qi Zeshen stood up and walked out.

In Anran Building, Qi Zeshen handled the matter properly.

He ordered people to spread the news, saying that the commotion was caused by a thief who broke into Anran Building and they were anxious to catch him.

Now, the thief has been successfully caught and all the problems have been solved.

When the people outside heard this, although they talked a lot, they just laughed and said that Qi Zeshen was making a big deal out of nothing.

At this time in the palace, the crown prince was chatting with several of his younger brothers.

The environment in the palace is elegant. The green courtyard is filled with the fragrance of flowers. Several people are sitting around a round table with several poetry books on the table.

The prince looked relaxed, playing with his fan in his hand, and said with a smile: "Come, let's have another couplet and see who has better talent!"

The third prince was standing aside, but he was not at peace.

He had a vague feeling that there was an ulterior motive in the prince's hospitality, and wanted to find an excuse to leave, but was repeatedly interrupted.

He thought to himself: What exactly does the prince want to do?

"What do you think of this poem?" The prince smiled slightly, raised his eyebrows, and then chanted: "The moon shines on the swaying shadows of the flowers in the courtyard."

"How can wine be missing when the shadows of flowers sway? Let me continue this: Three cups of wine will make you drunk."

The fourth prince raised his lips and continued speaking, his eyes full of interest.

At this moment, the Third Prince could no longer hold back and interrupted, "Brother, I have something to say."

"Wait a moment, third brother, listen to me first!" The prince smiled, but there was a hint of impatience in his eyes. He waved his hand and asked him to wait.

The third prince became even more anxious and really wanted to bang his head against the wall.

Whenever he wanted to speak, the prince would always change the subject intentionally or unintentionally, and his younger brothers beside him also enjoyed it and seemed to have forgotten his existence.

"Hey, Third Brother, why don't you come and have a try? Let me hear your opinion." The Fifth Prince suggested, completely unaware of the Third Prince's thoughts.

The third prince smiled bitterly, suppressing his annoyance, and could only sit back in his chair helplessly, thinking to himself: What is the prince's purpose after all? He can't be trapped here!

As the night deepened, candlelight flickered in the Niou Palace.

King Ren sat at his desk, his brows furrowed, deep in thought and silent.

His fingers tapped rhythmically on the table, and there was a hint of uneasiness in his eyes.

"No, I have to go to Jingzhao Yinfu in person. I can't let Zhao Cezhi stay there any longer."

"Your Highness," Cao Liang said solemnly, taking a step forward. "The current situation is complicated. If you come forward in person, it will inevitably give others in the court something to talk about, especially the Crown Prince and the young master. They are just waiting for you to make a mistake."

Wu Ming followed closely behind, his tone somewhat anxious: "Yes, Your Majesty, now our every move is in their sight. Although Zhao Cezhi is useful, it is not appropriate for you to personally come forward for such a small matter. Besides, he is the Third Prince's man after all, and the Third Prince should come forward."

Niou remained silent, weighing the situation in his mind.

He originally planned to take action personally to ensure that Zhao Cezhi was released as soon as possible to avoid any further complications.

But the reminders from Cao Liang and Wu Ming forced him to rethink.

Now that the Crown Prince and Gu Nanyuan are powerful in the court, he really cannot act rashly because of Zhao Cezhi.

He raised his head and glanced at the two of them solemnly. After a moment, he slowly spoke: "You are right."

Seeing that King Ren was wavering, Cao Liang took the opportunity to continue persuading him: "Your Majesty is wise."

Wu Ming echoed, "Yes, Your Majesty, now we just need to stabilize the situation and not rush."

Niou finally nodded, a hint of calm calculation in his eyes.

He stood up, walked to the window, looked at the dark night outside, and said in a low voice with a hint of coldness: "Okay, then let's do as you said. You two go to the Third Prince's Mansion immediately and ask him to rescue Zhao Cezhi today. It can't be delayed until tomorrow. If we wait for Jingzhao Yin to report to the emperor, the situation will be difficult to reverse."

"Yes, Your Highness." Cao Liang and Wu Ming clasped their fists at the same time, a hint of solemnity flashed in their eyes, and then they quickly retreated.

Only Ren Wang was left in the study. He stood by the window with a stern expression and a frown on his face.

His fingers tapped lightly on the table, "Prince, Young Master..."

He murmured quietly, a sharp light flashing in his eyes.