The prince's wife is even more cruel, and the weak prince is afraid of his wife.

This time, the voice that came was not Eunuch Li's, but a sharper voice that seemed to be able to penetrate layers of walls.

At this time, the atmosphere in the courtyard returned to solemnity, and everyone knew what the imperial edict was going to say.

Accompanied by the second wife, the grandmother walked out of the yard and knelt quietly in the hall with a complicated expression.

When the eunuch saw that everyone was kneeling, he immediately unfolded the imperial edict.

He read aloud: "The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims: Gong Hu Shi, for your inappropriate words and deeds, shall be demoted to a concubine effective immediately. I decree this!"

Gonghu Shuran's body couldn't help but tremble slightly, and a trace of pain flashed across her face.

Although I already knew it last night, I still held on to a glimmer of hope, hoping that he wouldn't be so heartless.

Unexpectedly, he would spend so much time planning to avenge his sister.

But she calmly stretched out her hands, took the imperial edict, and then said in a sonorous and powerful voice: "I accept the order, thank the Lord for his grace."

Gu Yunshen was surprised that his grandmother did not get angry.

Then the eunuch took out a new imperial edict and said, "In compliance with the will of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: I have heard that the Third Prince is a man of vigor and talent, and possesses both talent and virtue.

Today we have Gu Qian, the daughter of a great general, dignified and elegant, beautiful and intelligent.

I consider her both virtuous and talented, and I have specially appointed her as the concubine of the Third Prince, hoping that she can assist the Prince, abide by the rules of being a woman, and continue to have children for the royal family, bringing glory to the family. I decree this."

"I obey your command and thank you for your grace," Gu Qian stepped forward and bowed politely.

After sending her father-in-law away, the second aunt stepped forward to support Gonghu Shuran, and she didn't even have time to congratulate her daughter on getting the position of concubine.

Then he began to follow the old lady and whispered, "Mother, how could father be so cruel?"

She thought she spoke very softly, but unexpectedly, everyone in the hall was a martial artist, so they naturally had sharp ears and could hear even the smallest sound clearly.

Gu Yunshen saw that she was stirring up trouble again, and then he said loudly: "If Gu Qian hadn't climbed into the third prince's bed, why would grandfather have taken this step?

Instead of making trouble here, why don't you go back and discipline your daughter, or give up your position as the third prince's concubine?"

She opened her mouth to defend herself, but found that she didn't know what to say for a moment.

Because they had been pretending not to care before, I didn't expect that as soon as my mother fell, Gu Yunshen would dare to confront me, his elder, in person.

It is indeed lawless.

When the second uncle heard that Gu Qian wanted to break off the engagement with the third prince, he was startled and instantly woke up.

When she looked up, she saw Second Aunt staring at Gu Yunshen with eyes wide open, and then she slapped her in the face.

The sound of the slap was so clear and loud that it echoed in the air of the hall for a long time.

Second Aunt was stunned by the sudden slap. She covered her face, her eyes full of surprise and grievance.

Tears welled up in her eyes instantly, her lips trembled, but she couldn't say anything.

Then the second uncle blurted out hurtful words and angrily scolded: "Look at what good things you have done!

You just stir up trouble all day long, and now the whole family is in turmoil because of you."

Second Aunt's tears also slowly fell.

Gu Yunshen's family, young and old, all watched the scene coldly, but no one stepped forward to stop it. Anyway, apart from Yue'er's engagement, there was nothing to do.

They had nothing to lose, and all that was left was that person's guess.

Looking at this embarrassing scene, Gong Hu Shuran slowly stepped forward and said, "Since this is the case, I will definitely follow your orders.

But I have lived my life worthy of heaven, worthy of earth, and even more worthy of our Gu family.

Even though I have been reduced to a concubine, I will still keep my chastity and fulfill my duties."

Seeing her righteous appearance, everyone showed admiration for her.

But Gu Yuanzhong said coldly, "Are you really worthy of our Gu family?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the hall became as quiet as a chicken. No one moved except for the sound of Gu Yuanzhong's footsteps as he left.

Even Gu Qian stayed quietly, holding her imperial edict, and tried hard to suppress the joy in her heart.

Even when her mother was beaten, she just pretended not to see it. She couldn't let her mother's stupidity ruin the happiness she had fought so hard for.

The second uncle looked away and looked to the other side...

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Ever since she knew that Gu Yuanzhong wanted to cancel the engagement, Zhang always saw Jiang Yubai sitting quietly under the osmanthus tree these days, neither talking nor reading.

His face often showed confusion and distress, which had not been seen on his face for a long time.

Thinking that I couldn't just leave him alone, I moved forward and unexpectedly heard Jiang Yubai say, "I will never let go."

I won't let go. What are you letting go of? Miss Gu San?

Zhang thought about it and looked at him worriedly, then asked, "Xiaobai, have you thought it through?"

Jiang Yubai looked back at his mother. He knew what kind of life his mother had lived over the years.

So, I don’t want Qianqian to make the same mistake again. I must become strong. When I become strong enough to be omnipotent, she won’t need to endure anymore.

Now that I know my thoughts and feelings, there is no need to waver again. I will not give up Qianqian or the honor of my family.

I always find a way to balance these two points, and then a relieved smile appears on my face.

Then he said to Zhang: "Mother, I will do my best and will not let her become like you."

After hearing this, Zhang's eyes were filled with tears in an instant. I didn't agree with Xiaobai and Miss Gu being together.

How could a person who yearns for a free and easy life be willing to stay in the backyard?

Then he said earnestly: "Xiaobai, she is different from her mother. She can protect herself."

After a pause, he continued, "Forget it. You should prepare well for the succession of the title first. As for the other matters, we can talk about them later."

"Yes, then my son will take his leave first." Jiang Yubai bowed and then walked towards the study.

"Madam, why don't you explain it clearly to the prince?" Madam Feng asked puzzledly, even though she clearly had so much to say.

Zhang shook her head and said, "As for children's affairs, you have to experience them yourself to understand them. Talking more now will only cause more trouble.

Sometimes, if you keep some thoughts and hope, you can live longer. "

Nanny Feng knew that she was thinking about the Marquis, so she stopped talking and silently held her hand, hoping to give her some warmth and comfort.

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In this complicated situation, in order to protect Gu Qianyue, Gu Min announced to the public that she had been assassinated and seriously injured and was now bedridden.

In order to add authenticity, imperial doctors and folk doctors with superb medical skills were invited to treat the patient, which also gave Gu Qianyue more time to rest.

Anyway, during the period of recovery, Gu Qianyue doesn't have to go out to deal with them with her injuries. This is also what her grandfather meant.

Faced with this assassination, everyone had different thoughts. After all, the old lady of the second wife had just been demoted to a concubine, and the third lady of the Gu family encountered an assassination attempt.

Anyone would suspect that it was her. After all, the news that she killed her own sister in order to gain power had spread throughout the capital.

"Mother, do you want to go see your sister?"