Quick Transmigration: Hosts, We're Only Responsible for Counterattacking

Chapter 46 A Lifetime of Glory and Peace (15)

No matter how noble Nangong Yu's status is now, this is Princess Rong'an's palace, so there's no way to criticize her in front of Princess Rong'an.

And so, everyone could only watch helplessly as the spirited General Nangong and Princess Deshu were ruthlessly taken away.

But thinking about it, I still feel quite comfortable. There are many people here who think that Hong Zhaodi is not good enough for Nangong Yu, but Nangong Yu's behavior today was indeed a bit rude.

How could anyone see so many unmarried girls and not be shy at all?

Before meeting him, I thought he was a great hero, but after getting to know him up close, I realized that he was a bit mentally challenged.

Princess Rong'an is of extremely noble status. Even if you look down on her, you can't just yell at her like that. If the engagement hadn't been called off, it would be fine, but now that the two of them have no connection whatsoever, how dare you act like this? Isn't that just plain stupid?

Gu Changjin was drinking tea when the young eunuch reported this matter.

He was holding a vermilion brush in his hand, and there was an open memorial on the table.

"Pfft." A mouthful of clear tea sprayed out, and droplets stained the words on the memorial.

Gu Changjin's face immediately darkened. This was a report from the general stationed among the barbarians, detailing the recent situation of the barbarians. This report definitely had to be sent down.

But now...

Seeing this, the young eunuch quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, this servant will put this memorial in a cool place to air it out. Once it's dry, the colors on it won't be very clear."

Gu Changjin looked at him indifferently. He was indeed quite clever, but perhaps a little too clever.

The young eunuch suddenly felt uneasy. Upon seeing the emperor's expression, he immediately fell silent. Being adept at reading people's expressions, he naturally knew that the emperor was not in a good mood at the moment.

Gu Changjin put the memorial aside and rubbed his forehead with one hand. "You said that Rong An imprisoned Nangong Yu and Deshu in full view of everyone?"

The young eunuch beamed with delight. "Oh my, Your Majesty, you have no idea what Princess Rong'an did this time. She concocted three charges that left Nangong Yu speechless. Moreover, Princess Rong'an didn't just make things up; these charges are all well-founded."

Gu Changjin became interested and asked curiously, "What did she say?"

So the little eunuch imitated it again in a high-pitched voice, perfectly mimicking the arrogant manner. However, his appearance was so funny that Gu Changjin couldn't help but smile slightly.

"Go and tell Rong An to come here now."

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At this moment, Nangong Yu was experiencing an unprecedented life. Although he was accompanied by a beautiful woman, the environment was a bit special. It was damp and dirty, and there were also several patrolling soldiers giving him strange looks.

Everyone knew that Princess Rong'an was throwing a tantrum. The general wouldn't be staying inside for long, but this scene was still a rare sight. Why not watch the show? Anyway, everyone was covered in dust and no one recognized each other, so even if he got out, he wouldn't be able to find any revenge.

Moreover, if things continue like this, he reckons he'll eventually have to come in.

"Nangong, it's all my fault. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been dragged into this." Hong Zhaodi nestled in his arms, her eyes red, as if she was about to cry.

Nangong Yu couldn't stand this scene the most, so he comforted her repeatedly, "Zhao Di, it's not your fault. If anyone is at fault, it's me who dragged you into this. Gu Rong'an is obviously targeting me."

"Nangong, Princess Rong'an is of noble birth and possesses unparalleled beauty. Are you truly not regretful?"

Her words caused Nangong Yu to drift into memories.

In the past, Gu Rong'an would look at him with admiration. He didn't dislike that look; in fact, he felt a secret sense of pride. All the young men in the capital envied him. Sometimes he thought that if he hadn't met Zhao Di, he might have married Gu Rong'an directly and become the emperor's son-in-law.

As he pondered, Shen Yun's mocking face flashed into his mind, and he snapped back to reality.

Hong Zhaodi was extremely sad. "Nangong, do you regret it?" She hesitated for a moment, then choked up and said, "If you regret it, then go find the princess. If you turn back, I'm sure... I'm sure the princess would be willing."

Nangong Yu frowned, gripping her shoulders tightly with both hands. "Zhao Di, what nonsense are you talking about? Don't you know what I'm thinking? If I really liked Gu Rong'an, I wouldn't have brought you here in the first place. Don't you believe me about how I've treated you all this time?"

She hugged his waist, listening to his heartbeat, feeling both touched and happy. "It's not that I don't believe him, it's just that Princess Rong'an is too good. I feel so inferior when I see her."

"No matter what she's good about, in my heart, you are the best."

The prison was underground, so it was rather damp and cool. They weren't wearing many clothes, so it was inevitable that they felt a bit cold. The guards didn't have the tact to bring over some warm blankets.

"Zhaodi, just bear with it. Before long, we will leave in glory."

Hong Zhaodi nodded, a warm smile playing on her lips.

Gu Changjin was in a dilemma. His men stationed among the barbarians said that the barbarians were showing signs of rebellion. Before this, Nangong Yu had always been the one leading the troops, but this time he could not let Nangong Yu go.

Chen Yun pushed open the door in frustration and immediately saw a face laughing hysterically.

[Host, Gu Changjin just slightly curled the corners of his mouth. You can't treat him like this just because he's good-looking.] 2345 said quietly.

Shen Yun scoffed: "You're talking as if anyone is ugly. My face is also incredibly beautiful, a rare sight in the world."

2345 remained silent for a long while: [This is Gu Rong'an's face.]

Shen Yun glanced at him sideways, "You're the only one with a mouth who keeps chattering all day long."

"Rong'an greets His Majesty."

Gu Changjin raised his hand. "Get up."

"I heard you imprisoned Nangong Yu and Deshu in the imperial prison?"

“Yes, those two were rude to me, and it annoyed me.” Shen Yun paused for a moment and then looked up. “Your Majesty, you’re not calling Rong An over here to let them go, are you? I won’t let them go.”

"Firstly, that is indeed the case, but since you want to make things difficult for them, then we won't let them go. Secondly, I want to ask you something."

"What is it?" Shen Yun breathed a sigh of relief. As long as they weren't released, anything was fine.

"I suspect the barbarians will rebel, so I'd like to send a suitable general to guard the area. Do you have any good candidates in mind?"

Gu Changjin's words were half true and half false. Five parts were a test to see if she still had feelings for Nangong Yu, and five parts were a genuine request for advice.

However, he already had a few candidates in mind, so he could only choose the one in front of him.

It was called a selection of a general, but it was more like a selection of a son-in-law. Gu Changjin was filled with anxiety as he waited for the result.

I'm feeling quite withdrawn. My thesis advisor has forgotten what he told me last year; I'm revising it again, which is great...

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