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The Prince of Chu is the fourth son of the current emperor, and a full brother of the eldest prince, Prince Ning, from the deceased Consort Chen. Although the Prince of Chu has no fatherly affection for the current emperor, the emperor still protects him and his elder brother after his mother's death, ensuring they lack nothing in terms of food and clothing, and keeping them away from those who might bully their concubines and princes. Furthermore, after the Princes of Ning and Chu came of age, the emperor kept his promise to Consort Chen and sent them out of the palace to establish their own residences.

So when the emperor realized that his imperial power was being shaken and wanted to ask him for help, the King of Chu agreed.

The Empress's faction has deep roots and cannot be dealt with casually. In addition, with the current rumors about the Seven Star Stone, it will take time to completely suppress the Empress's faction.

The "substitution of the crown prince" incident involving Su Yuanming was seen by the King of Chu as a breakthrough. The Su family was confused and directly married the real Su Yuanming off to Yu Zechuan, mistaking her for Su Yuwei.

Zhou Yuran's intrusion into the Ten Thousand Phoenixes Pavilion, forcing the fake Su Yuanming to attack her, further fueled suspicion and doubt surrounding the selection process. Only through a series of maneuvers, stirring up the waters and making them increasingly muddy, could the King of Chu and his allies profit from the situation.

The real Su Yuanming has Yu Zechuan protecting her. If Zhou Yuran (originally Fang Chuyue) is really expelled from school and sent home, not only will the Fang family's reputation be damaged, but she herself will also find it difficult to escape unscathed and save her life because she discovered the fake Su Yuanming.

That's why the King of Chu spoke up in time, bringing Zhou Yuran to his residence and keeping her under his watchful eye.

Upon learning the truth, Su Huaiqi, Shen Mujin, and Gu Yan: Oh

Zhou Yueran: "What's with that look of disgust on your faces?!"

The three said, "We're not happy because we didn't hear any of the melodramatic plot twists we like."

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Ever since entering the Prince's mansion, Shen Mujin has longed to see Xuan Yi.

Gu Yan, Su Huaiqi, and Zhou Yueran, all with gossipy expressions, said, "If this isn't love, then what is?"

Shen Mujin gave an official explanation without batting an eye: "Xuan Yi's injuries have only recently healed, and I'm worried that the dark and damp dungeon might affect his health."

The three people said, "We understand, we understand, no explanation needed."

Zhou Yuran looked at Shen Mujin with a hint of teasing, clapping her hands with a grin, "Let's go, I'll take you to find the King of Chu. That way, Mumu can meet her sweetheart sooner."

As soon as Zhou Yuran stepped out of the gate, she stopped. The reason was simple... she forgot how to get there.

The guards who were waiting outside the courtyard led the four of them to the reception room.

Besides familiar faces Jiang Si and Yu Zechuan, there was another young man in the reception room. He wore a black brocade robe with ornate gold trim and an embroidered dragon pattern. He wore a golden crown and jade belt, had a beautiful face, gentle eyes, and an indescribable air of elegance and grace.

After bowing to Zhou Yuran, Gu Yan took the opportunity of sitting down to exchange glances with the others.

Gu Yan: As expected of a prince, look at the gold trim, I even suspect it's real gold thread.

Su Huaiqi: His temperament is amazing; he looks like a real rich person.

Shen Mujin: You two are just looking at their faces! They're so handsome and good-looking!

Zhou Yuran: You three have had enough!

Zhou Yuran was terrified that the piercing gazes of the three silly girls beside her would offend the King of Chu, so she quickly spoke up to divert his attention.

"Your Highness, my friend wishes to see Xuan Yi. Is that permissible?"

Upon hearing Zhou Yuran's question, Shen Mujin also became serious and looked at the King of Chu with hope.

The King of Chu nodded and said gently, "I have already sent someone to bring Young Master Xuan here."

A short while later, the guard returned alone, looking anxious.

"Your Highness, something terrible has happened. Xuan Yi has disappeared from the dungeon."

Seeing this, Su Huaiqi turned to look at Shen Mujin with some envy: "Brother Xuan is amazing! He managed to escape from the dungeon of the Chu Prince's mansion without making a sound. Mumu, after you see Xuan Yi, could you talk to him for me and ask him to teach me lightness skill?"

Su Huaiqi, who was already very interested in all kinds of martial arts, has become even more unrestrained since she transmigrated. She is determined to become the number one female martial arts heroine!

"It can only be said that the defenses of the Chu Prince's dungeon were too lax; any master of light-footed skills could easily escape. Moreover..." Before Shen Mujin could say anything, Yu Zechuan interrupted.

He's clearly very skilled in martial arts, so why doesn't Su Huaiqi admire him as much?

"Hey, what do you mean?" Su Huaiqi was stunned. Was Yu Zechuan out of his mind? He actually spoke ill of someone in front of the King of Chu. How could he ask the King of Chu for favors in the future?

"It's nothing, it's just a pity that Miss Qiqi has to give up halfway to learn lightness skills before she has finished learning swordsmanship."

"Who said I gave up halfway? If you had agreed to teach me qinggong (lightness skill), how could I have..."

When did I say I wouldn't teach?

"You said that I should first learn swordsmanship to build a solid foundation, and then..." Su Huaiqi's voice trailed off as she spoke, as if she had thought of something. She then happily ran off to find Yu Zechuan to become his apprentice.

Zhou Yuran watched Yu Zechuan and Su Huaiqi's interaction with some surprise, and nudged Gu Yan next to her.

What's the relationship between Qiqi and this person?

"They're officially engaged, but it should be happening soon," Gu Yan whispered, covering her mouth as she gossiped.

The guard, kneeling in the middle of the hall after reporting the situation, was somewhat at a loss. Wasn't the news he brought shocking enough? Why didn't anyone show any anxiety or give any orders after he finished speaking?

Just as the guards were filled with doubt, Xuan Yi, who had escaped, swaggered back in through the door.

After casually greeting everyone present, he plopped down next to Shen Mujin.

Shen Mujin looked Xuan Yi up and down; his complexion was good. She smiled and asked, "How have you been these past two days?"

"It's alright. His Highness the Prince of Chu treated me very well. If I wasn't worried about you, I could have stayed a couple more days."

"Why did you run away and then come back?" Gu Yan asked irritably, looking at the "bad guy" who had pushed him away as soon as he arrived.

After escaping, Xuan Yi immediately summoned his guards and learned where Shen Mujin was now. When he arrived at the courtyard, he found only Feng Ting there. Upon asking, he learned that everyone had gone to the Chu Prince's Mansion, so he returned.

"It just so happens that I also want to know why His Highness the King of Chu arrested Zaixia."

The King of Chu opened his fan and waved it gently: "The time is not yet ripe, so I'm afraid I cannot tell you the truth."

"Your Highness forcibly dragged me into this situation without revealing anything. How can I know whether you are friend or foe?"

"The Palace Master is not a pawn to me, but an asset. It would be unwise to antagonize Weiyang Palace. To show my sincerity, Palace Master Xuan can leave with everyone in a little while, but please be careful not to attract attention." King Chu's gaze was direct and his words were earnest.

Xuan Yi glanced at the King of Chu, his words not a question but a statement.

"The painting of a calm sea and a bright moon is in your hands."

"It is not currently in my possession."

"Fine, according to the rules of Weiyang Palace, any task entrusted by the Palace Master that has not yet been completed will not be accepted again. You caused me a loss, shouldn't you at least offer some compensation?"

"Of course." King Chu waved his hand, and the shadow guards waiting to the side immediately disappeared from everyone's sight. A moment later, they came in carrying a plate of glittering gold ingots.

Gu Yan was stunned; the speed at which money was coming in was just too fast!

Although Zhou Yuran couldn't leave the Chu Prince's residence with them, the trip wasn't entirely meaningless, as she at least brought Xuan Yi back.

"I find this Prince Chu to be quite easy to talk to. He let us see Yueya when we wanted to, and he let us bring Xuanyi back when we wanted to. He seems a bit different from the rumors." Gu Yan had just entered the courtyard when he started gossiping with Su Huaiqi and Shen Mujin.

"Even now, you still believe the rumors! Haven't you learned anything from the rumors about Young Master Yu?" Su Huaiqi poked Gu Yan's forehead.

Gu Yan rubbed his forehead and chuckled foolishly.

“This Prince Chu appears to be refined and polite on the surface, but his words are ambiguous and cryptic. Moreover, he was able to orchestrate Xuan Yi's capture before, so we should be careful.” Shen Mujin shook her head, seemingly sensing that this Prince Chu was not a simple man.

"Ugh, I'm so annoyed by people who only say half of what they mean. Do they all think it's cool and mysterious to talk like that?" Su Huaiqi sighed helplessly.

Gu Yan pointed at Yu Zechuan and chuckled, "You can consult the young master about this matter; he should be more experienced."

"But...we've always called him King Chu, but what's his name and surname?"

"The royal family of the Great Qi is surnamed Duan. The fourth character of the Chu King is Duan Chenke." Su Huaiqi was surprised that Gu Yan, who had been in the world for so long, did not even know the most basic royal surname.

"Oh, oh." Gu Yan nodded quickly. "So his surname is Duan? Why did I suddenly think of Duan Yu?! Both are sons of emperors, and both are dashing and debonair."

"It's different. Duan Yu is just innocent and kind, but our King of Chu is a complete wolf in sheep's clothing. Don't try to bribe him with money. With your IQ, you wouldn't even be worth a fraction of his." Su Huaiqi quickly advised.

Xuan Yi glanced at the three chatting and joking around, then turned to Yu Zechuan beside him: "I heard you have a close relationship with the King of Chu?"

"It's acceptable," Yu Zechuan said, somewhat puzzled, but he still nodded honestly.

"Then you should stay away from me for a while, I'm afraid I'll take out my anger at him on you."

"..." I should have said we weren't familiar. Looks like I'll have to go see the King of Chu sometime and see what this cunning fox is up to this time.