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

Hong Ya couldn't help but persuade her again: "Miss, we all understand that you want the Wu family to pay the price, but Lord Wu is not an ordinary person after all. What if he really does something bad to you..."

Lin Ruoxuan's eyes darkened, and her tone became more determined: "It is precisely because he is not an ordinary person that I want to take this opportunity to kill him. You should also understand that if I take a step back this time, my family will be constantly harassed by the Wu family in the future, and it may even affect my eldest sister and seventh sister. Instead of letting them be bullied, it is better to let the outside world know that those who bully them should think twice first. With a sister like me, their lives will be much more stable."

Her tone was calm, but the ruthlessness and decisiveness in it made Hongya and Luqiao shudder.

Both of them lowered their heads, admiring Lin Ruoxuan's courage and means, but also worrying about her safety.

Lord Wu was not in a hurry to retaliate against Lin Ruoxuan.

Although he was filled with hatred for her, he knew very well that he could not act hastily on this matter. Otherwise, not only would he fail to defeat Lin Ruoxuan, but he might also implicate the Wu family.

Now Lin Ruoxuan has the support of the Gu family. If one wants to make her fall completely without involving the Wu family, this requires a perfect plan.

He sat in his study, brows furrowed, deep in thought.

He was thinking about how to punish Lin Ruoxuan while keeping the Wu family safely out of the matter.

Many thoughts surged in his mind, but he rejected them one by one.

Finally, a name emerged in his mind, and a sneer appeared at the corner of his lips.

Zhao Cezhi.

Zhao Cezhi cannot get Lin Ruoxuan's love, and although his family background is not as good as Gu Nanyuan, he appears gentle and elegant on the surface, but is actually cold and cruel in his heart.

If Zhao Cezhi could be brought into the game, perhaps this plan would go much more smoothly.

The more Lord Wu thought about it, the more he felt that this was a feasible strategy, so he immediately asked his servant to prepare a visiting card and make an appointment with Zhao Cezhi.

After receiving the order, the servant hurried away. Lord Wu looked cold and a gloomy smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He already had a plan in mind.

In the evening, the sky gradually darkened, and the number of pedestrians on the streets of the capital gradually decreased. The Linglong Tavern in the distance seemed particularly quiet under the light.

Zhao Cezhi didn't know why Lord Wu wanted to meet him, but he still arrived on time.

When Lord Wu saw Zhao Cezhi arrive, he didn't exchange pleasantries and directly stated his purpose: "Lord Zhao, I know you still have feelings for Lin Ruoxuan. I can help you get her, but you have to take a risk."

When Zhao Cezhi heard this, his heart suddenly trembled and his eyes instantly became cold.

He frowned slightly and looked at Lord Wu coldly, obviously unhappy: "What do you mean? If you want to discuss with me how to deal with Ruoxuan, I can listen to you. But if you just want me to get her in a despicable way, I am not interested."

Lord Wu smiled calmly, as if he had already anticipated Zhao Cezhi's reaction.

He took a sip of tea, his voice low but with a certain temptation: "Lord Zhao is unwilling to use despicable means to get her, but do you really think that you can compete with Master Gu by just using fair means?"

Zhao Cezhi's face changed and his clenched fists trembled slightly.

This contradiction has always existed in his heart. He loves Lin Ruoxuan, but whenever he thinks of the intimacy between her and Gu Nanyuan, his heart is filled with jealousy.

He knew that with his identity and means, it would be difficult for him to snatch Lin Ruoxuan away from Gu Nanyuan in his lifetime.

Lord Wu seemed to see through Zhao Cezhi's inner struggle, and his smile was somewhat cold: "Lord Zhao, you and I both know that Lin Ruoxuan is not simple. Gu Shizi dotes on her very deeply and loves her at all costs."

"Even if you really get her, the prince will probably still forgive her, and even cover up everything for her. Then you will be the one being sacrificed. Are you willing to do that?"

The anger on Zhao Cezhi's face subsided a little, but his eyes were still cold: "I want to get Ruoxuan, but I don't want to destroy her."

Lord Wu saw that he was wavering, so he softened his tone and guided him: "Lord Zhao, have you ever thought that if you don't take action, she will never belong to you. Do you think sleeping with her will change anything? The prince loves her like fire, and he is willing to do anything for her. Even if you succeed, the prince will probably just be cruel enough to get rid of you, and Lin Ruoxuan will still be able to stay in the Gu family and still be his favorite."

Zhao Cezhi was originally furious, but after careful consideration, he realized that although Lord Wu's method was insidious, it hit the hidden soft spot in his heart.

He gradually calmed down his emotions, began to calm down, and pondered the truth of what Lord Wu said.

After a moment, Zhao Cezhi slowly loosened his fist, took a long breath, and his eyes turned calm.

Zhao Cezhi's voice was low and calm after a bit of restraint: "Lord Wu, since you can see through my mind, why don't we talk about the conditions openly and honestly."

"You helped me get Ruoxuan, so what exactly do you want to get from it?"

His eyes were sharp and there was no longer any hesitation in his tone.

When Lord Wu saw that Zhao Cezhi had calmed down, he smiled smugly.

He took a sip of tea leisurely, as if he was sure of victory. After putting down the teacup, he slowly spoke: "Lord Zhao, the conditions are actually very simple. All I want is to ruin Lin Ruoxuan's reputation and make her completely lose the protection of the prince. As for whether you marry her or not, that is your business. I don't care."

Lord Wu's words were delivered with a cold calmness and his eyes were steady, as if all this was a premeditated scheme.

"However," he paused, a calculating gleam in his eyes, "if Lin Ruoxuan marries you, I, Wu, can give up my hatred for her and stop opposing her. After all, if you two get married and live a peaceful life, it won't be a threat to me."

Zhao Cezhi stared at Lord Wu, secretly weighing this proposal in his mind.

He knew that Lord Wu's purpose was to take revenge on Lin Ruoxuan.

Although this condition is insidious, if this method can help him achieve his wish and help Lin Ruoxuan get out of trouble, it may not be a bad choice.

Zhao Cezhi hesitated for a moment, but soon his eyes became firm.

He nodded slowly, his expression decisive: "Okay, I agree."

When Lord Wu saw Zhao Cezhi nod, the smile in his eyes deepened.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun shines into the house through the window lattices, making the entire room golden, soft and warm.

Lin Ruoxuan was flipping through a book at the table when there was a light knock on the door.

She raised her head and felt a slight palpitation in her heart.

It's him who's coming.