The prince loves me like his life, but I force him to rebel

Now that the truth is out, how should she face this complex emotion? Should she bury this emotion deep in her heart, or bravely face it and redefine it? These questions lingered in her mind, making her feel extremely confused and lost.

Gu Nianzhi was somewhat embarrassed. She didn't expect the princess to have such an attitude. She held the jade pendant in her hand. It was not right to accept it or not. She didn't know what to do for a moment. The jade pendant seemed to weigh a thousand pounds in her hand. She could feel the inner conflict and struggle of the princess, and she couldn't help but feel a little guilty. "The princess is so generous, but I am too prudish." She thought secretly. Her identity brought so much trouble and entanglement to the princess, which was really wrong.

She could only take the jade pendant back, and her movements were somewhat hesitant, as if the jade pendant was of great weight. "In that case, I would like to thank the princess for the reward." Gu Nianzhi said softly, with gratitude and a hint of uneasiness in her voice. The gratitude was for the princess's tolerance and understanding, and the uneasiness was the uncertainty and worry about the future. She didn't know where the relationship between her and the princess would go.

Wulan Ya turned her head away and stopped looking at her. She was afraid that her eyes would reveal her inner confusion. Her heart was like a garden ravaged by a storm, with broken branches and leaves, and a mess. She could not fully accept the fact that the man she loved was actually a woman disguised as a man, and she needed time to sort out her thoughts and emotions. Her heart was full of confusion and loss. She didn't know how to face Gu Nianzhi in the future, how to face her past heartbeat. That past heartbeat has now become an unspeakable pain, deeply hurting her heart.

Gu Nianzhi slowly turned her head, her eyes like a pool of clear and warm autumn water, and she glanced at Shu Huaiyuan tacitly, her eyes seemed to be filled with silent gratitude. For Shu Huaiyuan, who knew her identity but always kept the secret for her, her heart was filled with ripples of gratitude. The ripples spread in circles, warming her heart.

Especially when Princess Ulanya came forward aggressively, her sharp steps seemed to carry invisible pressure, and Shu Huaiyuan almost stepped forward to protect her without hesitation, the little bit of grudge that Gu Nianzhi had towards Shu Huaiyuan in her heart also melted quickly under the warm sun, just like the snow in spring. At that moment, Shu Huaiyuan's figure became extremely tall in her eyes, as if he was a mountain that she could rely on. His determination and courage made Gu Nianzhi feel extremely relieved. Those misunderstandings and dissatisfactions in the past seemed insignificant at this moment. She began to re-examine her views on Shu Huaiyuan, and her gratitude in her heart became deeper.

"Will Lord Yao and him be in danger in there?" Shu Huaiyuan lowered his voice and asked softly in Gu Nianzhi's ear. His voice was filled with deep worry that was difficult to conceal, as if every word was stained with worry. His voice was as light as falling feathers, but it was full of heavy anxiety, as if every breath was trembling. The worry seemed to turn into wisps of mist, lingering between his words, making his tone seem a little trembling, as if even saying this sentence took all his strength.

"Don't worry, it won't happen." Gu Nianzhi answered without hesitation, her tone was firm and calm, trying to reassure Shu Huaiyuan. However, her eyes unconsciously glanced at the closed door, revealing a subtle uneasiness. The glance was only a brief flash, but it was like a meteor across the night sky. Although it was fleeting, the keen Shu Huaiyuan still captured the uneasiness in it.

"Why are you so sure?" Shu Huaiyuan was eager to protect his master. Even Gu Nianzhi's words could not be an absolute support in his anxious heart. His brows were tightly furrowed, like two deep ravines, which seemed to carry endless worries and doubts. His eyes were full of anxiety and doubt, and his voice was slightly higher, with uncontrollable anxiety, "I am really worried about the safety of the prince." Every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, full of his inner torment.

Gu Nianzhi was silent for a moment, took a deep breath, as if she was organizing her thoughts, and then said softly: "Cen Yu has something that Prince Yao must do for him. He cannot hurt Prince Yao now or for a long time." She looked at the closed door for a long time, as if she could see the scene inside the house through the door, with a complex light flashing in her eyes. That light contained both judgment of the situation and worry about the unknown, like the flickering stars in the night sky.

"What can Prince Yao do for him?" Shu Huaiyuan frowned even more tightly, as if he was stuck in a knot that could not be untied. His voice was slightly raised, with a hint of urgency and confusion, "A leader of a martial arts sect, and a prince in the court, what on earth can they cooperate on? What's more, the leader of this martial arts sect is clearly a partner of the Bai family who wants to kill Sima Yao." His words were like a string of cannons, eager to get a clear answer, and the anxiety in his heart was like a burning fire, burning more and more.

Gu Nianzhi sighed softly and said, "The conflicts of interest here are far more complicated than what we see. What Cen Yu is after may not just be the immediate gains and losses." There was a hint of helplessness and depth in her voice, as if she had seen through some secrets that were difficult for others to understand.

Shu Huaiyuan was filled with anxiety and asked, "What on earth is that? I really can't figure it out." His eyes were full of confusion and eagerness. He longed to get a clear answer from Gu Nianzhi to dispel the fog that was growing thicker in his heart.

Gu Nianzhi shook her head slightly, "I don't know the details, but I can feel that Cen Yu has a bigger plan, and Prince Yao plays a key role in his plan." Her eyes were a little vague, as if she was trying to recall and analyze some clues.

Shu Huaiyuan paced back and forth, muttering to himself, "What should I do? The prince must not make any mistakes." His steps were hurried and messy, just like his chaotic mood at the moment. Every step was filled with deep worry, as if the ground under his feet had become hot, making him unable to calm down.

Gu Nianzhi comforted him, "Brother Shu, don't be too anxious, let's wait and see." Her voice was soft and gentle, trying to calm Shu Huaiyuan's inner anxiety.

Shu Huaiyuan stopped and looked at Gu Nianzhi, his eyes full of expectation: "I hope it's true as you said, that the prince will be safe and sound." His eyes were full of pleading, as if he placed all his hopes on Gu Nianzhi's words.

"Did the sect leader and the Bai family fall out?" Shu Huaiyuan frowned and asked tentatively. His eyes were searching and his tone was cautious. He was full of doubts and worries, fearing that the complicated relationship would bring unexpected dangers to Sima Yao. His eyes were deep and worried, as if he wanted to see through Gu Nianzhi's answer and see the truth behind it.

"That doesn't count." Gu Nianzhi's heart tightened when she heard this question. She was afraid that Shu Huaiyuan would continue to dig deeper, so she quickly stopped him, "Let them talk on their own. I can't make any rash comments." Her voice tightened slightly, and her eyes revealed a hint of uneasiness, as if she was hiding many unspeakable secrets. The uneasiness flickered in her eyes, like a faint light in the dark night, looming.

Shu Huaiyuan noticed Gu Nianzhi's nervousness and understood that she had some concerns, so he did not continue to ask this question. Instead, he carefully looked at Gu Nianzhi's appearance. His eyes wandered over Gu Nianzhi's face, trying to find more clues from her expression, but all he saw was the emotions that Gu Nianzhi deliberately concealed.

Gu Nianzhi's appearance is outstanding, and now she is dressed like a girl, which makes her look even more charming. Her eyebrows are as soft as the spring breeze, gently brushing people's hearts. The curved eyebrows are like a carefully drawn brush painting, with smooth and beautiful lines, and every stroke is just right, as if it can tell endless tenderness and sweetness. The pair of bright eyes are like clear lake water, deep and quiet, as if hiding thousands of stars. Just a glance can make people intoxicated and unable to extricate themselves. The long eyelashes are slightly curled up, like two delicate little fans, and as the eyes blink, they gently fan the heartstrings of others.

The blush on her face was just like the shy sunset glow in the sky, adding a touch of charm. The faint blush spread from her fair cheeks, like the dew on the petals in the morning, crystal clear, and with a bit of adorable shyness. Her nose was straight and small, like a finely carved jade, exuding a warm luster. Her lips were red without any makeup, and the slightly upturned corners of her mouth carried a faint smile, which was like a spring breeze, warm and intoxicating.

Her face is even more charming, a natural softness and grace. Her skin is as white and delicate as mutton-fat jade, as if it could be blown away. Under the sunlight, it exudes a soft luster, making people want to touch it, but afraid of profaning this beauty. Her hair falls on her shoulders like a waterfall, black and shiny, swaying gently in the breeze, and each strand of hair seems to be telling a gentle story.

Shu Huaiyuan knew that she was pretty, but he didn't know she could be so pretty. He was so lost in thought that his heart was filled with emotion. He was amazed that there was such a beautiful woman in the world. His eyes seemed to be glued to Gu Nianzhi and he couldn't move them away. At that moment, he seemed to have forgotten everything around him. The only thing left in the world was Gu Nianzhi's beautiful face. His heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, and his breathing became rapid, as if he was attracted by an invisible force and couldn't extricate himself.

But Lin Heng's words interrupted his train of thought.

"Mr. Gu... No, Miss Gu, how did you get to know that person? When did you meet?" Lin Heng used "that person" to refer to Cen Yu. His eyes were full of curiosity and doubt, and he couldn't wait to know the answer. He stared at Gu Nianzhi closely, his eyes full of eagerness, like a child waiting for candy.

Gu Nianzhi was somewhat embarrassed. She bit her lips gently, struggling with how to answer. Her pink lips looked even more charming under her teeth. But she still said, "It was a coincidence. We had met several times in Dasheng before, and we just happened to meet in Qiangyi this time." There was a hint of helplessness in her voice, and her eyes were a little evasive. She didn't dare to look into Lin Heng's fiery eyes, as if she was afraid that he would see through her inner secrets.

"What a coincidence?" Lin Heng was obviously a little unconvinced. He frowned, his eyes full of suspicion. His brows were furrowed tightly, like two deep furrows. "Then why did he come to the military camp to find Prince Yao now?" His voice was raised a few degrees, with a hint of urgency and questioning.

Gu Nianzhi didn't know how to answer, and her heart was in a state of panic. She really didn't know how to explain the complicated relationship to them. Just when she was in a dilemma, the chaotic thoughts were entangled in her heart like a tangled mess, making her feel extremely anxious and helpless.

Fortunately, Shu Huaiyuan came to the rescue.

"Anyone who comes to the military camp must be a military officer. Prince Yao is still discussing with him inside. We just need to wait patiently and don't ask too many questions." Shu Huaiyuan's voice was steady and powerful, with an unquestionable majesty. He looked at Lin Heng firmly, and the majesty revealed in his eyes was irresistible.

Shu Huaiyuan was of a higher rank than Lin Heng, so when he spoke up, Lin Heng naturally stopped talking. But there was still reluctance and doubt in his eyes, but he didn't dare to ask any more questions. He lowered his head and muttered softly, his expression like a child who was wronged but didn't dare to get angry.

Gu Nianzhi also had a rare moment of peace. She breathed a sigh of relief, grateful for Shu Huaiyuan's help. That breath seemed to have slightly removed the huge stone in her heart, making her feel a little relieved. However, she still looked at the closed door from time to time, worried about the situation inside the house. The closed door seemed to be an invisible barrier that separated her from an unknown fate.

Lin Heng couldn't help but mutter again: "There's something fishy about this matter. I always feel it's not simple." Although his voice was very small, it was still clearly audible in the silent atmosphere.

Shu Huaiyuan glared at him and said, "Don't make assumptions. Just wait patiently." That look was stern and warning, and it silenced Lin Heng instantly.

Lin Heng lowered his head and said in a low voice: "Yes, I know I was wrong." His voice was full of helplessness and obedience.

At this moment, everyone fell into silence, the atmosphere became more solemn, only the uneasy thoughts were churning in everyone's heart. Everyone felt like they were carrying a heavy stone in their heart, pressing them so hard that they couldn't breathe.