Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

“Keep a close eye on them, see where they hide the stolen goods, and see what they plan to do tomorrow.”

Chu Junting's cold, deep voice carried a convincing power: "If they report this to the imperial court, then they will be considered innocent; if they hide themselves, then they are all in cahoots."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Zhao Wenshu understood.

If Lin Zhiyue and his companion had been found to be involved in this matter earlier, they would have been caught red-handed.

However, all the previous investigations had not yielded any clues about Lin Zhiyue, and taking action now would only give the other party a chance to change their story.

Perhaps we should wait overnight, and the truth will come out.

"It's getting late. I'll take you home first, so your family won't worry."

Chu Junting turned his gaze, his obsidian-like eyes fixed on Song Ruozhen, "Thanks to you today, you have saved me from my urgent predicament."

"Your Highness is too kind. I also felt a sense of satisfaction today with that folding fan."

The power of that folding fan was not to be underestimated; it directly swelled up Qin Xiangheng's face.

Tonight's objective has been achieved; there will be a good show to watch tomorrow, so there's no need to wait for them to dig for treasure any longer.

Zhao Wenshu recognized Song Ruozhen at a glance.

He happened to pass by the Song residence that night and witnessed a good show, after which he saw the Prefect of Shuntian Prefecture arrest Qin Xiangheng and bring him back.

I never expected to see her by the Prince's side. Judging from her words, could it be that Miss Song found the stolen goods?

The fact that the prince personally escorted her back proves that their relationship is extraordinary.

The Song family has just broken off their engagement with the Lin family. If Song Ruozhen can marry the Prince of Chu, she will truly be a phoenix soaring to the top!

"I heard Qin Xiangheng has been sent to the authorities?"

Chu Junting now knew what had happened in front of the Song family's gate. The Qin family had tried to scheme against them by offering a humble apology, but they ended up losing both their wife and their army.

That's just like Song Ruozhen's style!

"When my second brother had the accident, we reported it to the authorities. The government has been looking for the murderer, but unfortunately there is no trace of him."

"Now that Qin Xiangheng and Zhao Shuwan's scandalous affair has been exposed today, everything has come to light, and it's time for a conclusion," Song Ruozhen said.

Chu Junting nodded. "Is there anything I can help you with?"

"I still believe in the imperial court." Song Ruozhen raised her eyes, smiling brightly.

This matter has blown up so much that even if Qin Xiangheng's crime doesn't warrant death, he will still be plagued by trouble and his reputation will be ruined.

Under the moonlight, the woman's features were exquisite, and her smile was gentle, making even the cool moonlight seem softer.

Chu Junting felt as if a gentle breeze had swept through his heart. "The imperial court will not let you down and will definitely give the Song family an explanation."

The article Qin Xiangheng wrote a few days ago has been circulating throughout the capital. I've heard a little about it. That article must have been written by your second brother, and he copied it?"

Song Ruozhen looked slightly surprised, "How did Your Highness know that it was written by my second brother?"

As far as she knew, Chu Junting and her second brother were not acquainted. She had only heard of them briefly because they were both from the capital.

How could he have guessed that from the article?

Chu Junting was slightly taken aback, remembering that this was something that was only revealed after the tragic death of the second son of the Song family in his previous life, and that many people were still unaware of it. He then explained:

"I have met Qin Xiangheng before and know his abilities. He could not have written such an article."

If he truly possessed such talent, he would have long been a prominent figure in the Imperial Academy. However, he was not well-known before, but his fame suddenly soared after your second brother's incident.

Upon closer examination, it becomes clear that there's a problem with this.

"I see. Your Highness truly has a discerning eye."

Song Ruozhen suddenly realized, and upon further reflection, it wasn't hard to understand. The King of Chu was wise, and he must have known some of this while reading the book.

As Qin Shuangshuang's unrequited love, Chu Junting's abilities are far from simple; even Lin Zhiyue, who has the protagonist's halo, cannot compare.

"Did you really foresee what happened today?" Chu Junting asked again.

They had put in so much effort but still couldn't find the hiding place. Song Ruozhen had truly given them a great gift today.

"Does Your Highness think I followed them and stumbled upon this matter before informing you? Regardless of the reason, it doesn't matter, does it?"

Song Ruozhen raised her eyebrows. She hadn't been paying attention to Lin Zhiyue and Qin Shuangshuang's situation these past few days, but tonight she suddenly realized something was wrong and remembered reading about it in a book.

However, in the book, Qin Shuangshuang was reborn and had the original owner's money to spend, so she was not short of money and told the court about it.

After the imperial court found the stolen goods, she also gained merit, which made her valued by the Lin and Qin families, and her status rose accordingly.

Because she didn't marry into the Lin family in this life, and the Lin family was heavily in debt, she believed that Qin Shuangshuang would definitely choose to take the stolen goods.

After all, even if the matter were reported to the imperial court, the amount of silver received would be minimal, far from enough to pay off the debts, let alone allow for a comfortable life.

Qin Shuangshuang lived a life of luxury in her previous life, so why would she want to live a hard life after being reborn?

"You really don't have any feelings for Lin Zhiyue at all, but those two years before, you clearly..."

Chu Junting was puzzled. Song Ruozhen's behavior was completely different from her behavior in his previous life; she was practically a different person.

How did someone with such a gentle and dignified nature become so decisive and clear about right and wrong?

"Everyone has moments of blindness," Song Ruozhen replied matter-of-factly.

“I am a young lady from a respectable family. I have always been taught the three obediences and four virtues in my family, and to regard my husband as my heaven. That’s what I thought too. But what did Lin Zhiyue do?”

My father was kind to him, my elder brother was his comrade, and for the past two years I have been managing the household affairs for him and taking care of my elderly mother at the Lin residence, all while waiting for his return.

If he were a gentleman, a responsible man, he shouldn't have proposed to me if he clearly had someone else in his heart.

Even when Qin Shuangshuang came to him later, he had many opportunities to explain everything to me, but he didn't.

He kept sending me messages demanding money to fund his and Qin Shuangshuang's romantic escapades. He knew perfectly well that a young woman's youth shouldn't be wasted, yet he deliberately dragged me along, all to use me as leverage against him.

"He wants both, he only thinks about himself, and he doesn't consider me at all."

If I were to be heartbroken and saddened by a man like that, then my parents would have truly raised me in vain.

Upon hearing these words, Chu Junting realized that the girl in front of him was truly insightful. She not only saw through the matter but also saw through Lin Zhiyue's true nature.

Having seen too many girls who would rather endure than tolerate, I admire Song Ruozhen's courage to make a clean break.

“You’re right, Lin Zhiyue is indeed not someone you can entrust your life to. You deserve a better marriage.”

As Chu Junting said this, Xu He'an's solicitous face involuntarily appeared in his mind, and the smile that had just appeared instantly disappeared.

I feel inexplicably unhappy.

Song Ruozhen: "???"

What is this expression?

He was the one who wanted to wish her well, so why did he become unhappy after saying it?

"By the way, you don't need to worry about the article. This matter will also be resolved and justice will be served for your second brother."

Chu Junting changed the subject somewhat awkwardly, "Besides, once tonight's events are investigated, you will also receive the credit that is due."

"Thank you very much, Your Majesty."

Song Zhiyu was anxiously waiting outside the door to lead people to find Song Ruozhen when he saw his fifth sister and the Prince of Chu return together.

The urgent matter that Fifth Sister mentioned was to go see the King of Chu?