The Cloud Feather of the Red Chamber: A Marriage Arranged with Gong Yuanzheng at the Start

She had seen it in a video; Gong Yuanzheng liked Yun Weishan.

Their marriage agreement was nothing more than a transaction; Lin Ruhai couldn't bear to let her stay at the palace gates.

How could Gong Shangjiao possibly allow his younger brother's marriage to become a transaction?

Annulling the engagement was the outcome both parties desired.

The carriage traveled without stopping and finally arrived before the bride entered the palace gates.

Gong Shangjiao's expression changed slightly as he looked at the secret letter that had been delivered.

It turns out that Princess Mingwu really does have a younger brother.

At this moment, Qiulan helped Lin Qingyue, who had changed into her wedding dress, to walk slowly over.

Gong Shangjiao carefully put away the secret letter.

"Miss Lin, it's time for us to set off."

After sending Lin Qingyue to the boat, Qiulan was about to follow when she was stopped by her maid.

"Unauthorized persons are not allowed to enter the palace gates."

Lin Qingyue also remembered this palace rule, and couldn't help but feel a little melancholy.

"Please trouble you, young master, to send this little maid back to Yangzhou."

"No, miss! I have to go with you!"

Qiulan was a little anxious and at a loss. She was her mistress's personal maid. What would happen if her mistress suffered in the unfamiliar palace without her?

Gong Shangjiao reassured them.

"Don't worry, Miss Lin, I will arrange for someone to send Qiulan to the palace tomorrow."

"The palace is aware of Miss Lin's identity and has made all the necessary arrangements. You can rest assured."

Upon hearing this, Qiulan burst into tears of joy and bowed to Gong Shangjiao in gratitude.

"Thank you, Young Master Jiao."

Lin Qingyue sincerely thanked them. In a completely unfamiliar environment, having a familiar person by her side always made her feel much more at ease.

"Miss Lin, you don't need to be so polite. Once you enter the palace, you can tell Yuanzheng everything you know."

Lin Qingyue was somewhat taken aback, "Aren't you going back to the palace?"

You're already at your doorstep, why aren't you going in?

Gong Shangjiao's lips curled into a cold smile, and his eyes flashed with a chilling light.

"I've found some interesting things that I need to deal with immediately."

Qiu Ye, who was standing to the side, trembled slightly. She felt that this young master had become a different person. How terrifying!

Lin Qingyue was also curious about what he had found out, but with so many people around, it wasn't appropriate to ask too many questions, so she simply nodded.

The boat rocked gently and soon reached the shore, where a pale white hand appeared before her eyes.

Without hesitation, Lin Qingyue took the man's hand and went ashore.

Through the veil, one could clearly see the sword-wielding guards rushing towards them.

At the same time, the bride in front of her stopped in her tracks.

When the veil was lifted, several sharp arrows were seen aimed at her.

Lin Qingyue was stunned. Didn't Gong Shangjiao say that everything was arranged? Why were the people in the palace gates pointing arrows at her?

Just as he was hesitating whether to reveal his identity, he felt a sharp pain in his chest and then lost consciousness.

When she opened her eyes again, she was already in the dungeon. The bride next to her was questioning why they had rushed over to release Gong Ziyu. Lin Qingyue had no interest at all and only felt exhausted.

Gong Huanyu truly wanted the Gongmen and Wufeng to perish together. Although it was a secret marriage, she represented the imperial court. How could she allow them to humiliate her like this?

While she was pondering, Gong Ziyu had already opened the cell door. Lin Qingyue stood up and followed the other brides out of the cell.

When he passed by Gong Ziyu, he didn't say much. He simply placed his right hand on his left hand, positioned it in the center of his abdomen, took a small step back with his right foot, slightly bent his knees, lowered his head and brows, and bowed slightly.

Gong Ziyu was stunned for a moment, not only because of her appearance, but also because of her demeanor and temperament.

Even in a dark and damp dungeon, even while fleeing for her life, her every move remained elegant, composed, and graceful.

Not only him, but Yun Weishan and Shangguan Qian, who came out last, also had a dark look in their eyes.

This is what a true lady from a prestigious family looks like. The upbringing they received from a young age is something they can't learn overnight.

Just like in the TV series, Gong Ziyu led them to the entrance of the secret passage and opened the secret passage door.

Lin Qingyue sighed inwardly. Kindness is kindness, but stupidity is also stupidity. How could they expose the secret passage of the palace gate like that? Where is their brain?

Before anyone could react, Gong Yuanzheng appeared and, without saying a word, closed the stone door.

Lin Qingyue recalled the plot. After their verbal sparring, the two of them were about to fight. It seemed that Gong Yuanzheng had poisoned them before the fight, and she didn't want to suffer that.

She walked gracefully past the other brides, stood before the crowd, and, facing Gong Yuanzheng on the rooftop, gave a respectful but firm curtsy.

"Is that Young Master Zheng?"

Gong Yuanzheng was taken aback, as was Gong Ziyu, and all eyes fell on Lin Qingyue.

Her bowing movements were as natural and fluid as flowing water, carrying a unique beauty in every gesture.

The same bridal attire and makeup made the young girl appear exceptionally beautiful and refined.

Against the backdrop of her red wedding dress, her already fair complexion appeared even more radiant, her skin as smooth as jade.

Her face still bore the marks of illness, but it was precisely this sickly appearance that revealed a touch of delicate beauty.

She is still young now, but one can already glimpse how stunningly beautiful she will be in a few years.

Gong Yuanzheng blinked, looked at the girl, and hesitated before speaking:

"you know me?"

"Lin Qingyue of the Lin family of Gusu greets Young Master Zheng."

As he spoke, he performed another curtsy.

The girl's voice was clear and ethereal, and Gong Yuanzheng was slightly lost in thought.

Gusu Lin Qingyue, Lin Qingyue!

Gong Yuanzheng suddenly remembered that the person sent by the court for the marriage alliance was named Lin Qingyue.

So she was his future bride.

Gong Yuanzheng felt his ears burning and looked away rather uncomfortably.

She looks good, but her health doesn't seem very good. It's alright, once she reaches the Zheng Palace, how could she not recover?

As he thought about it, he suddenly became furious. How could she be here? According to the plan, hadn't she already been picked up separately?

What a scoundrel of Yu Palace! What a scoundrel of Gong Huanyu! What a young master! How dare you humiliate Zheng Palace like this!

Gong Yuanzheng suppressed his anger and immediately flew downstairs, grabbing Lin Qingyue with one hand and throwing poison into the pile of brides with the other.

Fearing that he might harm Lin Qingyue, Gong Ziyu immediately flew after him and struck Gong Yuanzheng on the back with a palm strike.

Gong Yuanzheng didn't even turn his head. He slapped Lin Qingyue with his backhand, put her down, and spoke with a slightly stiff tone.

"Stay here and don't wander off!"

After saying that, he attacked Gong Ziyu, who had leaped to the second floor.

Gong Yuanzheng and Gong Ziyu are both exceptionally handsome men. Their fighting style is fluid and graceful, and it is undeniable that it is a feast for the eyes.

Lin Qingyue admired her in her heart, but suddenly felt three gazes fall on her.

Lin Qingyue turned her head and saw that the two people huddled together were Yun Weishan and Shangguan Qian, and there was another one she didn't recognize, who should be Wu Feng, who was covering for them. Lin Qingyue had forgotten what his name was.

The probing look in their eyes was obvious. Lin Qingyue didn't have much affection for them. She glanced at them lightly and returned her gaze to Gong Yuanzheng.

Seeing that Jin Fan had defeated Gong Yuanzheng in one move, Lin Qingyue suddenly remembered that Jin Fan was the youngest of the Red Jade Guards.

She lowered her eyes. This palace gate was really interesting. Gong Ziyu was neither the young master nor the palace master, yet he had a bodyguard named Hongyu protecting him.

Gong Shangjiao, who is often away from home and in real danger, only has one bodyguard, Green Jade, by his side.

Gong Yuanzheng and Gong Zishang, as the masters of the palace, did not have a single guard by their side.

The events unfolded exactly like in the TV series: the assassin kidnapped Gong Ziyu, Gong Huanyu rescued Gong Ziyu, and then the three men had another verbal exchange.

"This time, the palace gates made poor arrangements, causing Miss Lin to be frightened."

Gong Huanyu apologized verbally, but there was no remorse in her tone; rather, she seemed indifferent and uncaring.

Lin Qingyue didn't indulge him, and only replied coldly and indifferently,

"You should think about how to explain this to the court and the Imperial Palace."

Gong Huanyu's eyes narrowed. She had thought she was just a delicate and gentle girl, but she hadn't expected her to be so sharp-tongued.

Gong Yuanzheng also sneered, "Yes, young master, I remember Zhi Ren said that he would bring Miss Lin out first, so why is she still with those brides?"

"If she hadn't revealed her identity, I'm afraid I would have poisoned her too. Can your Feather Palace bear such a responsibility?"

These words were quite impolite. Gong Ziyu turned pale with anger and was about to retort when Gong Huanyu stopped him.

"This was an oversight on our part at Yu Palace. I will apologize and send the gifts to you later."

Gong Yuanzheng snorted softly, too lazy to pay any more attention. He turned to look at Lin Qingyue, coughed lightly, and his voice unconsciously softened a bit.

"Shall we return to Zheng Palace first?"

Gong Ziyu looked like he'd seen a ghost. When had he ever heard Gong Yuanzheng speak like that? Seeing the two turn to leave, he hurriedly stopped them.

"You should send Miss Lin to the women's quarters. She's my brother's bride-to-be. What are you doing taking her to the Zheng Palace?"

Gong Yuanzheng ignored him and looked at Lin Qingyue. When their eyes met, he quickly looked away.

"Zheng Palace is quite a distance from here. Shall I... carry you there?"

Lin Qingyue nodded, "Thank you for your trouble, Young Master Zheng."

Looking at the girl's slender waist, Gong Yuanzheng clenched his fist, carefully embraced the girl, and with a light touch of his toes, the two of them leaped towards the direction of Zheng Gong.

"Brother!" Gong Ziyu was somewhat exasperated.

Gong Huanyu stared expressionlessly at the two figures as they walked away, then said to Gong Ziyu beside him:

"Miss Lin was originally the fiancée of her brother who was on a distant expedition."

"What?!" Gong Ziyu exclaimed in shock.

You should know about the marriage alliance between the palace and the imperial court, right?

"heard about it."

"The person chosen by the imperial court is the younger brother who is on a distant expedition."