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

Chapter 55 A Lifetime of Glory and Peace (24)

Looking into her clear, bright eyes, Gu Changjin managed to suppress the urge to vomit blood. "My brother is different."

"What's different? Your Majesty, as the ruler of Great Wei, you have no women in your harem and no children. The court has urged you about this countless times. Could it really be as Rong An said last time..."

Her gaze unconsciously drifted to a certain spot.

"Nonsense!" Gu Changjin's fingers trembled with anger. "What are you, a young woman, thinking about all day?"

Shen Yun asked in surprise, "Didn't you say it first?"

Gu Changjin opened his arms and paused for a moment. "Alright, alright, I won't bring this up for now. In short, Li Xuan is not the right man for you."

What is all this about? Which of her words revealed that she was interested in Li Xuan?

[You previously said Li Xuan was handsome, blah blah blah...]

After a long silence, he spoke, "Brother, I was thinking that Rouhuan is of marriageable age, so I wanted to match her with Li Xuan. Since you said that Li Xuan might have problems, then..."

“No,” he quickly said. “Actually, what I said before may not be correct. Li Xuan is indeed one of the most outstanding young talents in the capital, and he and Rouhuan are a perfect match.”

His face was gentle, as if someone else had just criticized Li Xuan.

Shen Yun remained silent, simply watching him quietly. A man's heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea; the difficulty of this mission must lie in the target, given his fickle nature.

“Since Your Majesty says so, then Rong An will take his leave first. Li Xuan is still waiting outside. Rong An has already sent someone to summon Rou Huan. If he doesn’t come out soon, they’ll probably get anxious.”

Gu Changjin replied awkwardly, "Then you may go." As if he suddenly remembered something, he walked to the back, then hesitated for a moment before taking the sword from behind the dragon throne.

"Look, you have made such a great contribution. If you make a request, I can't possibly refuse you. Keep this safe and don't show it off."

Shen Yun was immediately delighted and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Watching her light steps, Gu Changjin slowly shook his head, chuckled, and said in a low voice, "Later I will send two nannies to teach you manners, and I will come to see how you are learning in a few days."

Shen Yun paused for a moment, then ran off as if someone was chasing him.

They also didn't forget Li Xuan, and had him follow behind.

Rouhuan was already waiting in the hall. She had heard of Li Xuan before. He was said to be the most promising grandson of the Li family in this generation, and his status was naturally very precious. She just didn't know what he looked like.

She scoffed inwardly. It was rare that her elder sister would think of introducing her to such a talented young man. It was just that she wished she hadn't been the one betrothed to Nangong Yu. If her father hadn't been so biased and had chosen a husband like him for her, she would never have let the engagement slip away so easily.

She saw the person coming from afar. Rouhuan first bowed before looking closely, and she was stunned by what she saw.

The Gu family members were naturally beautiful. Among the sisters, Gu Rong'an was the most outstanding, and among the brothers, Gu Changjin was the most handsome. Therefore, Rouhuan, who had grown up surrounded by beauties, was rarely surprised by someone's appearance. Even when she saw Nangong Yu, she only thought he was slightly more handsome.

She was mostly acting out of spite when she developed feelings for him, but she was very clear about her own character. Nangong Yu was indeed outstanding, but that was her opinion of him before. Now, it seemed a bit foolish of her to go to such lengths for a woman. It was hard to tell whether to call him devoted or out of his mind.

His face was smooth and fair, with sharp, cold features; his dark, deep eyes held a detached coolness. A noble air emanated from his brows, and a faint smile played on his lips.

"This humble servant Li Xuan greets Princess Rouhuan." Li Xuan had not been to the capital much since he was thirteen or fourteen years old, so he was not very familiar with the capital. However, he had heard of Princess Rouhuan's reputation. Today, he saw that although she was not as beautiful as Princess Rong'an, she had her own unique charm.

As they slowly approached, what greeted the eye was a gentle mist-like aura.

Rouhuan took a round fan from the maid beside her and covered half of her face. Li Xuan only heard two soft laughs from the other side, and then a pleasant voice came, "You are the General who is praised by everyone, Li Xuan?"

Li Xuan was taken aback for a moment, then quickly lowered his head. "Your Highness is too kind. I, Li Xuan, was merely doing my duty."

……

What happened next was quite predictable; a hero and a beauty are a perfect match.

Shen Yun had already taken the opportunity to go out for a stroll.

The Li family naturally supported the marriage wholeheartedly. Although marrying a princess would affect their future, in the long run, the benefits outweighed the drawbacks.

Upon hearing this news, Madam Nangong became even more furious. Li Xuan, who was originally just one of her son's subordinates, had not only risen in status but had also married a better woman.

She angrily picked up a cup of lotus tea and looked at the person kneeling below. "Deshu, since the Emperor bestowed upon you the title of Deshu, it is to draw a line between you and the past. Your brother is incredibly audacious, daring to commit such a rebellious act, and he even wants me to save him. Tell me, how can I save him?"

Hong Zhaodi knelt on the ground, her heart filled with panic and resentment. A few tears hung on her cheeks, which inadvertently added to her beauty. "Madam, please, save him this once. I will do anything you ask."

Sitting above, Madam Nangong frowned impatiently, feeling increasingly distressed. "It's not that I don't want to save him, but you need to see who your brother has offended. Princess Rong'an, go and inquire outside. Princess Rong'an is the most esteemed princess in the world, and she has now rendered meritorious service to the Great Wei. Your good-for-nothing brother, I don't know what nonsense he's spouted outside that has angered the Emperor. You want me to save him? Do you want to ruin the Nangong family?"

"No, Mother, my brother is still young and doesn't understand. He just said a few words casually. What's the big deal? You should go and talk to the Emperor. For the sake of the Nangong family, the Emperor will definitely release my brother."

Nangong was quite surprised to hear this. When Hong Zhaodi first arrived, she did have some tricks up her sleeve, but they were the kind that could be seen at a glance. Now that time has passed, she seems to have become much more serious and thoughtful than before.

However, having such thoughts is not a bad thing, it just depends on where those thoughts are directed.

"Alright, it's no use kneeling here begging me. You might as well prepare some things to send him on his way. The imperial decree has been issued, and any further words from you will be in vain." After saying this, Lady Nangong left without looking back, supported by her maid.

Thankfully, her good-for-nothing brother had diverted the whole affair. If the Nangong family had been implicated, it would have been a disaster. Thinking of this, Madam Nangong breathed a sigh of relief.

(End of this chapter)