Quick Transmigration: After Fake Death, All the Protagonists I Flirted With Went Crazy

Chen Yang looked at the Prime Minister's proud and stubborn figure, who refused to give way, and sighed inwardly, preparing to forcibly search him.

At this moment, a smile that was a mixture of mockery and tenderness appeared on Gu Yao's face, which looked particularly strange.

Despite his frail appearance, he inexplicably displayed a madness.

"You're joking. How could I possibly obstruct official business? Lord Chen, please take your men inside."

Chen Yang felt that the usually gentle and humble Prime Minister was acting strangely today. Suppressing his doubts, Chen Yang led his men into the Prime Minister's residence.

Gu Yao was somewhat tired. He leaned against the door frame, watching the Imperial Guards go in and out of the various rooms. A cold smile remained on his lips, but his mind was in turmoil.

[See? This is the person you trusted, and things are still developing along this trajectory, aren't they?]

[The matter is still undecided...]

[Don't be naive. Deep down, you already believe what I said, don't you? Otherwise, you wouldn't have started arranging for the Gu family to leave so early.]

[...]

As expected, the Imperial Guards discovered a hidden layer in the artificial hill of the Prime Minister's residence, which contained communications with foreign tribes.

Chen Yang, with a solemn expression, came out carrying the wooden box.

Gu Yao looked at the familiar wooden box, his expression unchanged, as if he had expected it all along.

But looking into the depths of those eyes, another glimmer of hope shattered.

"Lord Gu, I must first inform His Majesty. For the time being, I must ask that you refrain from leaving the residence," Chen Yang said tactfully.

Gu Yao scoffed inwardly. It sounded nice, but wasn't this just imprisonment?

Gu Yao's smile widened, as if he had thought of something funny. He pulled his coat tighter, yawned, and said nonchalantly, "Please make yourself at home, Lord Chen. If there's nothing else, I'll go back to my room to rest."

What's on your mind?

Didn't we already know that?

It's a miracle that my family was spared this time.

With his crippled body, he was not going to live much longer.

Chen Yang was stunned. Looking at Gu Yao's composed back, he wondered if it was just his imagination, but there seemed to be an extreme sense of sorrow in that back view.

He truly couldn't understand Prime Minister Gu anymore.

This is a crime of treason and collusion with the enemy.

Once confirmed, it means the execution of nine generations of relatives and the entire family.

How did he manage to be so calm and composed?

He didn't think much of it; his immediate priority was to present the evidence he had to His Majesty.

How His Majesty decides is not a question he should be considering.

After closing the door, Gu Yao's strong back slumped down, and he collapsed weakly onto the bed, curling himself into a ball, seeking that fragile sense of security.

It's already summer, why is it still so cold?

The once bustling Prime Minister's residence is now completely surrounded by the Imperial Guards, and no one dares to visit anymore.

In the few years since Gu Yao entered the court as an official, he has carried out major reforms, all for the sake of the people's livelihood, but he has offended many people. After this incident, there were also many who took advantage of his misfortune.

Gu Yao is usually a low-key person who never forms cliques or engages in personal gain, so he hasn't implicated anyone else this time.

The officials in the court were all shrewd and astute; seeing Xi Yue's attitude, many chose to remain silent.

Those who stood up for Gu Yao and spoke out for him were mostly the new scholars in the court, as well as Gu Yao's colleagues from the same period. They had only been in the court for a short time, and with Gu Yao in charge of the court for the past two years, the situation was generally clear and just. They still retained the enthusiasm and ambition they had when they first entered the court.

Many of the students taking the imperial examinations this year are from poor families and are especially grateful for Gu Yao's kindness.

After all, the policies proposed by Gu Yao have real benefits for the people, and everyone can see that.

This year's top scholar is from Suzhou. Because Gu Yao strongly advocated for the construction of dikes, Suzhou was spared from disaster. He greatly admires Gu Yao. Originally, he wanted to travel and enjoy a leisurely life, but he chose to enter the court as an official.

Upon hearing this, he firmly chose to believe Gu Yao and knelt outside the Imperial Study every day to plead for Gu Yao's innocence.

Upon hearing 0529 mention this matter, Gu Yao sighed, glanced at the gloomy, rainy sky outside, and let his gaze drift into the distance.

What you do will still be seen by others.

I've been idle at home for half a month, it's time to get some exercise.

By now, Xi Yue should have already issued arrest warrants for the Gu family.

Gu Yao sent a message out, saying that he wanted to submit a memorial requesting an audience with His Majesty.

He was led to the entrance of the Imperial Study.

Mu Chun stood awkwardly in front of Gu Yao, but even though it had only been a month since he last saw Gu Yao, it felt like a lifetime had passed.

"Lord Gu, His Majesty is discussing matters with Lord Qin. Please wait here for a moment."

Gu Yao frowned but didn't say anything. The rain outside was getting heavier. Raindrops hit the bluestone bricks, creating a mist that was blown by the wind and fell to Gu Yao's feet.

Even though it was already summer, Gu Yao was still wearing a fleece-lined coat, and his feet were damp and cold from the water vapor.

Half an hour had passed, and Mu Chun looked at Gu Yao with a heavy heart. "Lord Gu, please move further inside. The rain is getting heavier, and once the moisture dissipates, your shoes and socks will get soaked. You are not in good health, so please don't catch a cold."

Gu Yao shook his head, his eyes unwavering. "No need, Steward Mu. When officials meet with the emperor, they must wait outside. I know you mean well, but I won't implicate you now."

After speaking, Gu Yao turned his gaze back to the tightly closed door, his figure slender and proud.

Even after standing for half an hour, his back remained ramrod straight, just like Gu Yao's unyielding pride, carrying the Gu family's aloofness and the arrogance of a scholar.

Mu Chun's eyes stung with tears, and she didn't say anything more.

He simply couldn't understand what His Majesty was thinking.

How could you bear to hurt such a good person?

After an unknown amount of time, so long that Gu Yao felt his legs no longer belonged to him, the tightly closed door slowly opened.

Qin Chen came out with a smile on his face, looking radiant, clearly having just had a pleasant conversation with Xi Yue.

He saw Gu Yao standing at the door, still smiling, "Lord Gu, how long have you been waiting here? It's my fault for being so engrossed in playing chess with His Majesty."

His eyes were filled with provocation and disdain. Hearing these low-level and childish words, Gu Yao's expression remained unchanged, and he didn't even bother to give them a glance.

This disregard ignited Qin Chen's anger. Suddenly, his eyes changed, and his face showed a look of schadenfreude. "I hope that after Lord Gu goes in, he can have a good talk with His Majesty. Don't let him lose his family's lives if he doesn't have a good talk with His Majesty."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yao turned his head and looked directly at the person who was provoking him, his eyes filled with sarcasm. "Then Lord Qin should keep a close eye on things. Otherwise, my Gu family will be fine, but you will lose both your wife and your army."

Seeing the look of utter disdain on Gu Yao's face, as if he were watching a clown, Qin Chen felt a sense of foreboding. Yet, she reassured herself that Gu Yao was no longer a threat, and with this mental encouragement, she suppressed her unease. Her gaze towards Gu Yao held a triumphant smugness.

Laugh all you want, let's see if you can still laugh when Gu Yao is convicted.

Thinking of this, Qin Chen was unwilling to say any more to Gu Yao and turned to leave.

Gu Yao turned to look at Qin Chen's back, as if he were watching a clown.

Mu Chun stepped forward and bowed to Gu Yao, gesturing for him to enter.

Gu Yao's entire leg was already in excruciating pain, but he didn't want to show weakness in front of so many people, so he only staggered a little before he was able to move slowly.

Mu Chun rushed forward to help Gu Yao, but Gu Yao blocked him with a hand. He smiled, shook his head, and dragged his slow steps into the Imperial Study.

How can the descendants of the Gu family be pitied!