The husband who forced her to marry her couldn't keep her warm, and she didn't want him to

Although hot pot and malatang differ in taste, there are also some similarities between them.

That is, the whole room will be filled with rich food aroma.

Gu Jinchu instructed the maid to open the window slightly to allow air to circulate indoors for ventilation.

As the window opened, a gust of cold wind rushed into the room, making the brazier on the ground crackle.

Hearing the Sixth Prince's words, Gao De's eyes flickered slightly.

When he found Gu Yan's body in Cuihua Courtyard that day, he noticed something was wrong.

The master is also aware of these details...

Jiang An, who was standing in the corner at this time, was secretly complaining in his heart.

This matter involves the past of the lady's family, although the master ordered him to be responsible for protecting the lady's safety.

But after all, he was not the lady's confidant.

Unable to leave, he could only grit his teeth and continue listening.

Gu Jinchu raised his hand and ordered the servants to clear away the screen and remaining dishes on the square table.

Then she looked at Zhao Kuo who was sitting opposite her and asked, "Is the concubine sister that the Sixth Prince is talking about Gu Yan?"

Zhao Kuo was wearing thick clothes, and the spicy and fresh smell just now made his face turn a little red, and fine beads of sweat oozed from the tip of his nose and forehead.

A gust of cold wind blew in from the window, and the cold air brushed away the heat on his face, causing the corners of his mouth to slightly rise.

Zhao Kuo slowly said, "Five months ago, two female corpses were carried out from the Gu family's old house."

Seeing that Gu Jinchu's expression did not change after hearing his words, he continued, "One of the female corpses was killed instantly by a sword in the throat; the other was injured by a sharp weapon and died from excessive blood loss."

"The female corpse that was killed on the spot was the youngest daughter of Gu Huanian, the director of the Guanglu Temple, and also the concubine sister of Anping County Princess and the fifth wife of the Jiang family - Gu Yan."

In response to Zhao Kuo's detailed description, Gu Jinchu smiled and said, "It turns out that the Sixth Prince's policy papers are not only excellent, but also his ability to make up stories and his imagination are so outstanding. It's really... he has wild imaginations and wonderful ideas!"

If she hadn't known the Sixth Prince and some things about him, she would have been shocked by his words.

Gu Jinchu's calmness and composure made Zhao Kuo slightly stunned.

Only then did he begin to examine Gu Jinchu seriously.

"At that time, Fifth Master Jiang had just entered the Dali Temple. How could he have happened to go to the Gu family and accidentally help the Fifth Lady, who was still the legitimate daughter of the Gu family at that time, and it was such a big favor..."

Gu Jinchu raised the corner of his mouth, and a barely perceptible cunning glimmered in his eyes.

She leaned leisurely against the warm wall, feeling the constant heat flowing into her body from her back and waist. The occasional cool air would make her mind clear.

"The Sixth Prince also said that it happened five months ago. Who would remember something that happened so long ago?"

Her voice was soft and firm, with an unquestionable tone.

Gu Jinchu locked his eyes with Zhao Kuo's and said slowly, "Just like the Imperial Concubine Shu and Princess Yongle in the palace, they would never have thought that the prince they had helped would now come to a pregnant woman from their mother's family and say such confusing words."

Gu Jinchu knew very well that the Sixth Prince mentioned Gu Yan and Master Jiang Wu who had just arrived at the Dali Temple just to use this to threaten the Jiang family.

After all, there is no doubt that Concubine Shu and Princess Yongle in the palace are both from the Jiang family.

As expected, Zhao Kuo's expression turned very ugly. The corners of his mouth moved, and his fingers under his quilted and collared Taoist robe hooked.

He raised his hand and grasped his hat which lay on the table.

Holding it, his arms hung on his legs, and the strength in his palms sometimes loosened and sometimes tightened.

Gu Jinchu raised his chin slightly, leaned there and looked down at Zhao Kuo.

He went past Mr. Jiang Wu and found her because he must have thought she was easy to control.

Through her, he can use Mr. Jiang Wu to achieve some purpose.

At this time, Zhao Kuo was not as skilled as his later generations, and he did not have as many cards in his hand, so the people around him who could be used by him were limited.

In the quiet space, Zhao Kuo suddenly laughed and then explained: "I hope Madam Jiang Wu will forgive me. Maybe I have listened to too many stories from storytellers in the restaurant recently, and my mind is a little confused."

Gu Jinchu raised his hand and asked the maid beside him to pour tea for Zhao Kuo. He smiled and said, "Speaking of the restaurant, it was thanks to the Sixth Prince's reminder last time that I knew that the Gao family was plotting against the Fifth Master behind his back. So I used milk tea instead to show my gratitude."

Zhao Kuo heaved a sigh of relief visibly on his face, picked up the milk tea, put it to his mouth and took a sip.

He raised his eyebrows with a look of surprise, and flattered, "When I was in the palace, I often heard the names of Cha Baidao and Jinsu Pastry Bureau. From the masters of each palace to the celebrities around the nobles, they were all impressed by the food sold by Madam Jiang Wu's business."

Gu Jinchu pushed the snacks served by the waiter to Zhao Kuo, "If you don't mind, when you leave later, I will ask someone to pack some of each for the Sixth Prince. It's good to have a snack when you have nothing to do."

The red blush on Zhao Kuo's face from the spicy oil and chili had faded, and his handsome face returned to its fair color. He cupped his hands and said, "Since you have repeatedly made Madam Jiang Wu spend money, I will borrow your money to offer you a message."

Gu Jinchu held the cup of milk tea in his hand, looking uninterested. In fact, he also wanted to know what the Sixth Prince's purpose was, otherwise he would not have left him like this.

He said, "Sixth Prince, please feel free to speak."

Zhao Kuo drank up the milk tea in the cup. No one knew that he had been fond of sweets since childhood. It was the first time in fourteen years that he enjoyed eating and drinking so much at one time.

There was an incomprehensible light in his eyes, "Madam Jiang Wu, you don't have to be so wary of me. I have lived this long, and I still know myself well."

Being in the imperial family and as the sons of Emperor Jianyuan, who could truly not covet that position?

Then I heard Zhao Kuo continue to say: "Madam Jiang Wu may not know that the Madam Yuan in the Dingguo Mansion is not a simple person... If I hadn't noticed that someone was investigating her, I wouldn't have helped Madam Jiang Wu..."

As he spoke, he raised his index finger to his lips, made a gesture to keep quiet, and then slowly stroked his palm across his neck.

What surprised Gu Jinchu was not the death of Nanny Yuan, but Zhao Kuo's handsome face and the calmness with which he spoke of such a cruel decision.

This was the reason why he came here today.

First, he hinted that she and Mr. Jiang Wu had had an affair before their marriage, and then he said that he knew that she was secretly investigating Nanny Yuan.

Zhao Kuo's killing of Nanny Yuan was a stepping stone for him to win over the Jiang family.

Gu Jinchu placed the cup of milk tea in his hand on the square table, "I didn't have time to thank the Sixth Prince for the gift I received last time. I'm sorry that he spent so much money."

Then he said, "Jiang An, show the guests away."

"Yes, ma'am." Jiang An bowed to Zhao Kuo and said, "Please come in, Sixth Prince."

When the Sixth Prince heard Gu Jinchu mention the gift, he paused, stood at the door and turned sideways to ask, "Does Madam Jiang Wu like that bracelet?"

……

Today is the last morning court before New Year's Eve.

In the biting cold wind, the white air exhaled instantly condenses in the cold air, telling of the coldness of winter.

The flying eaves of the brackets are majestic and dignified in the warm winter sun, and the white marble steps are glowing with a faint cold light, adding a touch of solemnity.

Summoned by Emperor Jianyuan, Jiang Nansheng came out of the Hall of Supreme Harmony and went to the Palace of Heavenly Purity.