The Princess Agents Want a Divorce

Having finally settled the most difficult initial shop-related matters, Gu Lingxi was in a particularly good mood. Humming a little tune, she returned home amidst the cold wind and rain!

He originally planned to only serve female guests at Xiangyuelou and only male guests at Dingsheng Teahouse, while the Jinxiu Cloth Shop in the middle would be opened up to both sides, with a large, open-air stage in the middle! Also, half for men and half for women! The ground floors of the shops on both sides would be set up as small shops for rent or sale! Jinxiu would be 100% hers, but she would only own 60% of Xiangyuelou and 30% of Dingsheng. The thought of having to give away so much money made her wince! However, since the raw materials would still come from her, she figured she would be the one making the most money, so she was relieved!

As soon as she returned to the courtyard, Huaying rushed to greet her! "Miss, you're finally back?"

"What happened?" Gu Lingxi asked, seeing Hua Ying's anxious expression.

This afternoon, Wanxiang, the Third Miss's personal maid, died! It's said she was cursed by an evil spirit!

Gu Lingxi scoffed! Wanxiang's death was within her expectations; there was nothing to be surprised about! She had given Wanxiang the largest dose of the drug! It would be strange if she hadn't died!

After pouring herself a cup of tea and finishing it, Gu Lingxi slowly asked, "Anything else?"

Hua Ying was now quite used to her young lady's keen insight! So she continued, "Just now, when Ying'er went to the backyard of the kitchen, she noticed that Aunt Mei's maid was acting suspiciously, so she followed her from a distance and found her whispering with an unfamiliar old nanny. Ying'er couldn't hear what they were saying because they were too far away! But Ying'er recognized the clothes that nanny was wearing! They were worn by servants from the Left Prime Minister's residence!"

After listening, Gu Lingxi gave a cold laugh! Heh! So, it's finally time to make a move again? Hmm, Ying'er is great! Don't alert them! Miss loves to trap them behind closed doors!

Oh! I see, Miss! By the way, Madam just sent over a set of clothes and jewelry, saying it's for the Eighth Princess's birthday banquet the day after tomorrow!

Gu Lingxi picked it up and looked at it. It was understated yet luxurious without being flashy. Her mother was really thoughtful!

Okay! I understand. I'll put it away and wear it the day after tomorrow!

The day after tomorrow arrived quickly! Hua Ying had already finished Gu Lingxi's makeup and hair early in the morning! Looking at her mistress in the mirror, Hua Ying couldn't help but praise her! "Miss, you look so beautiful! Especially the flower decoration between your eyebrows—it's truly the finishing touch! Today, even that princess will be outshone!"

Gu Lingxi also thought it was beautiful, but she still silently picked up the veil next to her and put it on her head!

Hmm! Isn't it all thanks to Ying'er's excellent skills in dressing up the young lady?

Miss! You're always teasing Ying'er! It's just a pity she has to wear a veil, so no one can see her!

Gu Lingxi patted Hua Ying's hand reassuringly, "Don't worry, you won't need to bring it soon!"

Although Hua Ying didn't quite understand, she still nodded obediently! Miss, are you really not taking me with you?

If you stay home and behave yourself, things are bound to get messy this time. You'll only cause trouble for me! It's better if Leng Yu comes with me! I'll take you next time!

Hua Ying looked aggrieved, but she still obediently helped Gu Lingxi into the carriage!

Inside the carriage, Gu Yuting glared at Gu Lingxi with resentment and hatred! The mistress was so biased; the clothes she prepared for this bastard were made of a much better material than hers! If her mother hadn't been confined to her quarters, how could she be dressed so much less elegantly than her!

Hmph! No matter how well-dressed a disfigured person is, they can never be considered elegant in public!

Gu Lingxi gave her a cold glance and then sat down on the other side!

Whether I'm presentable or not is none of your business! Do you live by the sea? Mind your own business! I never imagined this Eighth Princess had such low taste; even a concubine's daughter was on the invitation list?

Gu Yuting was furious! This time, the Eighth Princess hadn't invited her; this spot had been secured for her by Miss Gongsun! Thinking of something, Gu Yuting's eyes turned sinister! "Hmph, let's see how long you can be so smug! When you're left with nothing and your ugly side is exposed, everything you have will be mine!"

Gu Lingxi didn't bother with her at all! Just a clown! The carriage bumped along the way, and they heard that the banquet was being held in a villa of the Li Prince's mansion outside the city! It seemed that the Li Prince really doted on this Eighth Princess!

Halfway there, a group of masked men in black suddenly sprang out of the bushes! Without a word, they charged at the carriage!

The guards from the general's mansion immediately rushed forward and engaged the man in black in a fierce fight!

Leng Yu said to Gu Lingxi from outside the carriage, "Miss, several men in black are coming towards the carriage. Please be careful!"

Gu Lingxi heard the fighting outside, but she remained calm and sat there!

Gu Yuting, standing nearby, wasn't in such a good state! Hearing the sounds of fighting, she turned pale with fright! Seeing several men in black approaching through the side window, she screamed at the coachman in terror!

Hurry up! What are you standing there for?

Gu Lingxi rolled her eyes. Didn't she see they were surrounded by men in black? Which way should they go?

Seeing a man in black slashing towards the carriage, Gu Yuting shoved Gu Lingxi out. "Ah! Kill her if you want! She's the legitimate daughter, and the future Princess Consort of Li! Don't kill me!"

Annoyed, Gu Lingxi released the dagger hidden on her wrist, instantly slitting the black-clad man's throat! Warm blood sprayed all over Gu Yuting's face, causing her to scream in terror!

Shut up! Gu Lingxi slowly wiped the blood off the dagger! Not bad, the set of daggers that Ah Li made for her with those two swords is really useful! A total of 49 thin and sharp daggers plus a main sword, which together form a sword formation, it's just a pity that there was no chance to use it!

Didn't you hear me tell you to shut up? Gu Lingxi's face was icy and mocking as she gripped Gu Yuting's neck tightly with one hand!

Terrified by Gu Lingxi's cold aura, Gu Yuting immediately stopped screaming!

You...you...you're not Gu Lingxi! Who are you? Gu Yuting looked at Gu Lingxi, who had killed someone and was still calm, and shook her head like a rattle drum, her face full of disbelief!

Heh! If I'm not Gu Lingxi, then who am I? Am I some kind of evil spirit crawled out of hell? Gu Lingxi's smile was sinister! Gu Yuting, looking through the veil, was terrified!

It wasn't me, it wasn't me!

What do you mean it wasn't you? Tell me, what did Gongsun Ruier make you do this time?

No, it wasn't me!

Hehe! Maybe these men in black were sent by Gongsun Ruier to silence them?

Impossible! No way!

Hehe! If you don't want to talk, then go outside and see if these men in black will kill you! Saying this, he pretended to push Gu Yuting out!

Gu Yuting was so frightened that her face turned pale! "No, I'll talk, I'll talk, please stop pushing me!"

Gu Lingxi sneered! I thought you were so tough! Speak!

After listening, Gu Lingxi cursed Gongsun Ruier inwardly for being such a scheming bitch! Her schemes were all interconnected, and she had no part in them at all!

A pill was quickly shot into Gu Yuting's mouth, and Gu Lingxi clapped her hands in disgust!

"You...cough cough cough, what did you give me?" Gu Yuting tried to swat her fingers down her throat, but nothing came out! The medicine had dissolved instantly in her mouth! She could only gag!

Idiot! You've been used as a weapon and you don't even realize it! A little gadget to make you obey!

As long as you obediently follow my instructions and play along with everything I say, and don't ruin my plans, the antidote will be given to you when we get back home. Otherwise, you know the consequences!

If you dare, I'll tell Dad!

Heh, then you try it and see if you go to hell first or see your father first? Besides, do you think your father will believe you?

You're shameless!

Heh! Who's really shameless? You think she'll let you go after you've done all these things for that Miss Gongsun? How did Wanxiang die? Didn't you and your mother sense anything unusual? This time, the man in black might be the culprit! Gu Lingxi added fuel to the fire, stirring things up!

"Stop talking!" Gu Yuting covered her ears, her face pale! Her mother's words were still vivid in her mind. Wanxiang had died yesterday, but the symptoms were just like the poison Gongsun Ruier had given them! She dared not think further! She trembled with fear at Gu Lingxi's words!

If you want to survive, listen to me, otherwise you're doomed either way!

Miss! It looks like a carriage from the Prince Li's residence is coming this way!