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

When only her own people were left in the room, Lin Ruoxuan slowly said, "Things are not as simple as the outside world says. The cold war between Nan Yuan and I these days is just an illusion. It is actually part of the plan."

She paused, and seeing that the three were listening quietly, she continued, "The cause of Wu Qingfu's death this time was complicated, and Seventh Sister was involved in it, which was innocent. Nanyuan and I have reached a consensus that we must investigate the real culprit from different directions and completely clear Seventh Sister and Song Zhennan of suspicion."

Lin Shiyuan frowned upon hearing this, his voice filled with confusion and a bit of worry: "Ruoxuan, this is indeed an act of your concern for your family, but why go to such great lengths? Besides, the prince and you are getting married soon, and if these rumors spread, won't your reputation and your marriage be affected?"

Lin Ruoxuan looked back at her father calmly and explained patiently, "Father, things are far more complicated than you think."

"It's no coincidence that Seventh Sister and Song Zhennan were involved in this case. There are undercurrents in the capital, and many people want to take this opportunity to shake the foundation of the Lin family. Nan Yuan and I are investigating this matter, one openly and one secretly, not only to clear Seventh Sister's grievances, but also to find out who is behind it and prevent future troubles."

Lin Huaixun shook his head solemnly: "Ruoxuan, the truth does need to be investigated, but why did you and the prince go to such lengths? Do you know the impact of these rumors in the capital?"

Lin Ruoxuan looked at the concerned eyes of the three people in front of her and felt a little warm in her heart.

She smiled softly, her tone gentle but firm: "Father, mother, fourth brother, you don't have to worry. Nan Yuan and I are of one mind, and we will not let rumors cause rifts. Once the truth is revealed, I will naturally deal with these rumors myself. I am looking forward to the wedding, and I will not let anyone interfere easily."

Sun Rong still felt uneasy after hearing her daughter say this, so she advised, "Ruoxuan, the truth is important, but some things should be prioritized. Since the prince and you have no grudges against each other, why not go to him and reconcile as soon as possible, even if it's fake. You can't let these rumors continue to spread and ruin your marriage."

Lin Shiyuan also nodded and said, "Your mother is right. You don't have to bear this matter alone. After you reconcile with the prince, you can discuss how to investigate the truth. This way, both of you can save a lot of trouble."

Lin Ruoxuan looked at the expectant expressions of her parents and fourth brother, nodded slowly, and made a decision in her heart: "Okay, I will find a chance to talk to Nan Yuan and dispel everyone's doubts."

Lin Shiyuan and Sun Rong were slightly relieved when they saw her agree.

Chapter 337

Under pressure from her parents' repeated warnings and urging, Lin Ruoxuan had to temporarily put aside her plan of secret investigation and took the initiative to find Gu Nanyuan and make a gesture of reconciliation.

As soon as Gu Nanyuan saw her coming, he understood what she meant and invited her to visit Liu Lake outside the city to dispel outsiders' doubts about their marriage.

Willows sway by the lake, and the water sparkles.

Lin Ruoxuan and Gu Nanyuan boarded the pleasure boat and slowly sailed into the center of the lake.

The lake was crowded with tourists, and many of them stopped to talk in low voices about the intimate interaction between the two.

Lin Ruoxuan took Gu Nanyuan's arm and smiled slightly, pretending to be friendly and beautiful, but her eyes were somewhat serious. She asked in a low voice: "Have you made any progress in your investigation these days? Is there any clue about the matter of Seventh Sister?"

Gu Nanyuan sighed slightly and said in a low voice: "I originally thought that we could find a breakthrough from Wan'er, the maidservant beside Wu Qingfu, but now she has suddenly disappeared. Qingji has been tracking her down for several days but has found nothing. Even Mrs. Wu left no clues."

Lin Ruoxuan frowned upon hearing this, but she kept a calm smile on her face: "Wan'er is missing? Strange, haven't the detectives of Jingzhao Yinfu been protecting her? She is the key witness in this case. If she is missing, wouldn't Jingzhao Yin be worried?"

Gu Nanyuan nodded gently: "It is precisely because her disappearance was too sudden that even Jingzhao Yin was confused."

A trace of doubt flashed across Lin Ruoxuan's eyes, and she said in a deep voice: "If Wan'er was deliberately hidden, then she must have known a lot of secrets. I originally wanted to find out some truth about Seventh Sister from her, but now that she is gone, it is actually in our favor. Once she disappears, Jingzhao Yin will have no evidence to rely on, and will not be able to convict Seventh Sister and Song Zhennan."

Gu Nanyuan shook his head slightly and whispered, "In theory, you are right. Wan'er's disappearance is indeed beneficial to us."

"However, the actual situation is much more complicated. Even if Wan'er is missing, Seventh Girl and Song Zhennan are still suspects - because Wan'er's confession has been recorded before. If no new evidence can be found to refute it, Seventh Girl's situation is still not optimistic."

Lin Ruoxuan was slightly startled, her brows furrowed, "I see... It seems that we can only find new clues as soon as possible to clarify the matter thoroughly."

As the two were talking, they suddenly heard a burst of playful sounds from the barge across the wall, mixed with a woman's giggles and a coquettish tone.

Lin Ruoxuan looked in the direction of the voice and saw several young masters and young ladies of the Song family and a group of noble ladies from the capital riding on the barge across the wall, laughing and playing, creating a very lively atmosphere.

Lin Ruoxuan frowned and whispered to Gu Nanyuan, "It's really strange that the Song family has also been implicated in the case. Song Yuqing and her two brothers don't seem to care at all. They are traveling so leisurely, and it doesn't look like anything big has happened at home."

Gu Nanyuan couldn't help but frown and looked towards the houseboat next door.

Song Yuqing was seen leaning on the side of the boat, looking happy and smiling, talking softly with the noble ladies around her.

Song Zhenyu and Song Zhenhao stood at the bow, chatting and laughing, without any worries on their faces.

The entire pleasure boat was bustling with activity and was not affected by the storm.

Lin Ruoxuan couldn't help but look at the barge across the river, her heart full of doubts.

Logically speaking, Song Zhennan is in prison, and Song Yuqing and Song Zhenhao have always been on good terms with him. Even if they don't run around begging for mercy every day, they should be anxious.

But now these young men and women of the Song family are so relaxed, even reciting poems and making music, which is too cruel.

She gently turned sideways and whispered to Gu Nanyuan, "Nanyuan, although Young Master Song has been detained and the charges have not been determined, Song Yuqing and Song Zhenhao do not seem to be worried at all. This is really unreasonable."

Gu Nanyuan nodded in agreement and said in a deep voice: "Indeed, although Song Zhennan and they are not born of the same mother, they are still a family. Their indifference is really puzzling."

While the two were thinking, Qingji and Qingxiang lowered their voices and reported, "Sir, Miss Lin, I know some news about the Song family."

Lin Ruoxuan and Gu Nanyuan looked at each other, and Lin Ruoxuan nodded gently and said, "Go ahead."

Qingji paused for a moment, with a bit of uneasiness in his tone: "Since Song Zhennan was imprisoned, Song Zhenhao and Song Yuqing have taken over several stores under his name, and now the two of them have a lot of say in the Song family."

"Logically speaking, since they have received such benefits, they should make more efforts to rescue Song Zhennan. But now they are just busy reciting poems and having fun every day, as if Song Zhennan's affairs have nothing to do with them."

Lin Ruoxuan frowned slightly and whispered, "The attitudes of these two are too strange, even a little cold. Normally, the love between brothers is so deep that even if it is not revealed on the surface, they would not be so cold and distant."