First annul the engagement, then sever ties with the empress; the empress reigns supreme.

"No, now is not the time. In front of everyone, Gu Junxi was all lovey-dovey with Mu Lingye one moment, and then she turned around and was with you the next. How could that not arouse suspicion?"

Leng Xuanjue released his grip and raised an eyebrow at Gu Junxi: "Didn't you notice that Gu Junxi vomited twice in a row? That's very suspicious."

"What do you mean?" Gu Junxi vomited twice in one day, and Mu Lingxuan did notice.

Leng Xuanjue sneered disdainfully: "Do you need to ask me what you mean? For men and women who have had sexual relations, is it hard to guess? It's obvious that Gu Junxi is pregnant."

She's pregnant!

These words struck Mu Lingxuan like a thunderbolt.

His face turned pale instantly, and his eyes filled with rage. Gu Junxi had already committed marital relations with Mu Lingye, which was already defiled enough, but now she was pregnant with Mu Lingye's child.

How dare she...

Why can't we wait for him a little longer?

Overwhelmed by a mix of emotions, Mu Lingxuan suddenly felt a wave of dizziness wash over him.

Leng Xuanjue took in Mu Lingxuan's expression and confidently pulled Mu Lingxuan to his side: "So don't be impulsive. Listen to my arrangements. I guarantee that in the end you will be given a clean Gu Junxi."

Get Gu Junxi pregnant, then have her abort the child.

It was a script he had prepared long ago; the show was finally about to begin.

He wanted to ensure that Gu Junxi and Mu Lingye could never go back to the way things were before.

Mu Lingxuan stood beside Leng Xuanjue without making any further moves, as if he had already obeyed Leng Xuanjue's arrangements.

The imperial physician who had been summoned had already examined Feng Wu and found that she had not only been poisoned but also had a sword wound in her chest.

The wound to the chest was fatal, and the poison was extremely difficult to treat; the imperial physicians had no way to cure it.

Mu Lingche was at a loss for what to do. At this moment, he didn't hide anything and invited Mu Lingye, Mu Lingxuan, Gu Junxi and others into the room.

Mu Lingche's wedding attire was stained with blood. He glanced anxiously at Feng Wu, who was lying weakly on the bed.

"We can't find Master Qingyanzi at this crucial moment. What should we do now? If Fengwu dies, our marriage alliance with Qin will be a complete failure, and we will also become enemies with Qin. Yan has always been eyeing us covetously, which is very disadvantageous to our Great Sheng. I beg my two royal brothers to help us think of a solution."

Gu Junxi had already learned about Feng Wu's condition from the imperial physician, and her questioning gaze swept across the room.

If Gu Yuanbai poisoned Feng Wu, why did he then stab her? Isn't that a contradiction?

There must be some unknown inside story here. Perhaps there are other people besides Gu Yuanbai who want to assassinate Feng Wu.

The rise and fall of a nation is the responsibility of every citizen. At times like these, what is needed is to set aside internal conflicts and personal prejudices.

Mu Lingye turned his gaze to Gu Junxi: "Xixi, why don't you give it a try?"

If it weren't for Gu Junxi, what would it matter to him if the Sheng Kingdom were destroyed, or even the world were destroyed?

But now, because of Gu Junxi, he has someone he wants to protect and a desire to protect the country.

"Alright. Then let me give it a try." Gu Junxi nodded and looked at the imperial physician who was still standing in front of the bed.

The imperial physician moved aside, making room for him.

Mu Lingxuan frowned, then stepped into the spot where the imperial physician had been standing, blocking his path, and said, "No, the Crown Princess cannot come. Princess Fengwu is a princess married into a political alliance; if she is treated badly, the Crown Princess cannot bear the responsibility."

As he spoke, he looked at Gu Junxi and advised her with concern for her, "You must not get involved in this matter. If Princess Fengwu is cured, everything will be fine. If she dies in your hands, you will be a sinner. If the Qin state holds you accountable, you will most likely be the first to be sent out to quell their anger."

Mu Lingxuan was speaking from his personal perspective, and there's nothing wrong with him thinking that way, but the premise is that he's just an ordinary citizen.

However, Mu Lingxuan, as a prince, is respected by thousands, yet he only thinks of himself when things happen, which shows his narrow-mindedness.

Although Mu Lingxuan is saying this for her own good, Gu Junxi looks down on Mu Lingxuan.

She is not a saint, but as the Crown Princess, having enjoyed wealth and honor, she should bear the responsibilities.

Gu Junxi looked at Mu Lingxuan calmly.

Mu Lingxuan felt that he was doing the right thing. He didn't know what Gu Junxi was thinking; he just wanted to show off.

He was eager to draw a comparison.

Mu Lingxuan looked at Mu Lingye: "Brother, didn't you always say you loved Xixi? How could you push her into a fire pit? You only think of yourself and have never truly thought about Xixi. You are so hypocritical."

Mu Lingye frowned.

Gu Junxi almost had a huge question mark on her forehead. Mu Lingxuan was no ordinary person who was deluding himself.

She took Mu Lingye's hand, looked angrily at Mu Lingxuan, and said stiffly, "Your Highness, please watch your words. What do you mean by pushing me into a fire pit? A-Ling asked me to take action because he trusts my medical skills."

"Besides, I'm not a fool. If I wasn't confident I could cure Princess Fengwu, I wouldn't have taken action. Your Highness, there's no need for me to worry about my affairs. Now, Your Highness, please step aside!"

When she said the last two words, Gu Junxi's eyes suddenly turned sharp.

For some reason, Mu Lingxuan took two steps back under Gu Junxi's sharp gaze. Gu Junxi's aura was growing stronger and stronger. Where was the shy, girlish demeanor she used to have, clinging to him like before?

However, it is much more vivid than before and can better arouse the desire to conquer.

Since Gu Junxi is so determined and won't admit defeat until she faces the consequences, then so be it. Once she really falls apart, she'll know who truly cares about her and who's just using her.

Mu Lingxuan narrowed his eyes darkly and said ruthlessly, "Fine, this is your own choice. I've already warned you. Don't regret it if something goes wrong."

Gu Junxi didn't even bother to reply to Mu Lingxuan's cold laugh.

Mu Lingxuan angrily flicked his sleeve before making way for him.

Gu Junxi stepped forward to check on Feng Wu.

Feng Wu stared weakly at Gu Junxi, her lips parting in disbelief: "Gu Junxi, do you really want to save this princess?"

"Stop talking nonsense and conserve your energy." Gu Junxi first gave Feng Wu a pill to replenish her energy and blood.

Even after swallowing it, Feng Wu was still uneasy.

She blinked: "Why? I've framed you several times, why would you risk everything for me? If I were to die now, you should be clapping your hands in relief!"

Gu Junxi had already finished examining Feng Wu's chest injury. She turned her head and asked Mu Lingche to clear some people out of the room. When she came back, she caught a glimpse of a small piece of clothing sticking out from under the bed.

The color of this dress is exactly what Su Li is wearing today.

She searched the entire mansion but couldn't find Su Li, who turned out to be hiding in Feng Wu's bridal chamber.

The two fatal wounds on Feng Wu's body seemed to have an answer at this moment.