Lin Qinghe returned to Yaohua Palace, her cheeks slightly flushed. You Yue saw this and recalled Lin Qinghe being pulled away by You Rong outside Qianqing Palace. They had talked for a long time before she returned.
You Yue asked worriedly, "Your Highness Princess, are you alright? What did my brother say to you? If he accidentally said something wrong, could you please not be angry with him?"
Lin Qinghe snapped back to her senses and looked at the uneasy You Yue, smiling. "It's fine. You Rong didn't say anything wrong, it's just..."
Lin Qinghe knew that You Rong had not undergone castration, but she had always kept this from You Yue. That must have been his reason, and she shouldn't expose it for him.
"Your Highness Princess, it's just what? Why aren't you finishing your sentence?"
Lin Qinghe smiled, "It's nothing, it's just... in short, it won't be long before your brother has some good news. You just need to remember that."
You Yue's eyes lit up, "Really?"
Lin Qinghe asked instead of answering, "Hmm? Are you saying you don't believe this princess anymore?"
You Yue shook her head repeatedly, "No, Your Highness Princess, this servant believes you! You said my brother will have good news soon, and my brother will definitely have good news soon!"
You Yue's face was filled with a smile, her happiness stemming from the bottom of her heart. She thought it was because You Rong was favored by the Emperor. She never expected that the good news Lin Qinghe spoke of was that she would soon have a sister-in-law, and that sister-in-law was Lin Qinghe herself.
The next day.
Just as Lin Qinghe had said, the Emperor's decree granting marriage between Gu Ziye and Yun Ruobing was issued. It was You Rong who went to the Gu residence to announce the decree.
After proclaiming the decree, You Rong said, "Congratulations to Master Gu and Princess Chang'an. Once you two are married, this humble servant will surely send a congratulatory gift."
Gu Ziye clasped his hands in a salute, "Eunuch You is too kind. On the day of my wedding, if you can spare the time, you are most welcome to my manor for a drink."
"Very well, then... I shall return to the palace to report to His Majesty. Master Gu, please do not see me out. There's no need."
"Eunuch You, take care."
Watching You Rong's retreating back disappear outside the manor gates, Gu Ziye's expression was filled with doubt and confusion, prompting a servant beside him to ask, "Master, why do you look so troubled?"
Gu Ziye shook his head, "This official is not troubled, but finds it strange."
The servant asked suspiciously, "Strange? Why would Master find it strange?"
Gu Ziye said, "...His Majesty has decreed marriage between me and Princess Chang'an. Why does Eunuch You look so rosy-cheeked and cheerful? Anyone who didn't know would think he was the one getting married."
The servant replied, "Initially, I didn't think much of it, but now that Master mentions it, upon closer inspection, Eunuch You does indeed seem quite happy."
Gu Ziye pondered and pondered, but could not come up with a satisfactory answer, so he decided to stop thinking about it.
After all, You Rong was a favored official in the Emperor's court. Not making an enemy of him, and even being on good terms with him, was not a bad thing.
Little did Gu Ziye know, You Rong was indeed happy, happy that he no longer had Gu Ziye as a romantic rival!
Two more days passed.
You Rong found an excuse to invite Zhang Zhuhe and Jing Ziyue separately to the renowned Zui Chun Tower outside the palace.
Upon meeting, Zhang Zhuhe and Jing Ziyue were clearly on guard. Their greetings and conversations with him were extremely cautious, and their words were impeccable.
You Rong saw that their intention was not to probe for information from them. His true goal, as Lin Qinghe had said, was to make Lin Chenrui suspicious of them, and then he could seize the opportunity to find some clues!
After seeing off Zhang Zhuhe, You Rong emerged from Zui Chun Tower, a cold smile playing on his handsome face.
You Rong commanded the people beside him, "Prepare a generous gift for each of them and send them to the residence of Minister Jing and General Zhang. Tell them it is my thank you gift. Remember... make the delivery as conspicuous as possible when it arrives at their residences."
This way, Lin Chenrui would know!
The young eunuch beside him cupped his hands, "Yes, Eunuch You, this servant understands. This servant will attend to it immediately."
You Rong gave a faint "Mm" and got into the carriage, saying softly, "Let's return to the palace."
"Yes, Eunuch You."
Upon returning to the palace, You Rong went to Nangong Gate to meet Nangong Jie.
As soon as You Rong saw Nangong Jie, he got straight to the point, "Uncle Nangong, you mentioned earlier that you had placed spies to investigate Jing Ziyue and Zhang Zhuhe. Please ask your people to keep a close watch for the next couple of days. These two will surely make a move soon!"
Nangong Jie was surprised, "Why are you so certain they will make a move?"
You Rong's eyes flickered, and he let out a cold snort, "Today I met Jing Ziyue and Zhang Zhuhe separately outside the palace. If this news reaches Lin Chenrui, given his naturally suspicious nature, he will definitely become suspicious!"
Furthermore, he was now seemingly assisting the Sixth Prince, appearing to be part of the Sixth Prince's faction. Lin Chenrui would undoubtedly be even more unsettled and more cautious and suspicious.
Nangong Jie also realized, "I understand. You plan to catch them off guard when they are in disarray and find something from it!"
You Rong nodded, "Precisely! This is a good opportunity. Please ask Uncle Nangong's people to keep a close watch."
Nangong Jie said solemnly, "Don't worry! I will handle this matter meticulously!"
"Yes, thank you, Uncle Nangong."
"You speak of thanks, what do you take our friendship with your father for? When your father met with misfortune, I could not help at all, and I already feel deeply regretful. If I cannot help clear his name now, then... in the afterlife, how can I face him!"
"Uncle Nangong, there is no need to feel regret. At that time, the evidence was overwhelming. Even if His Majesty intended to prolong the case, he was urged by Lin Chenrui's people to conclude it quickly, so you had no time to help."
A cold glint flashed in You Rong's eyes.
Lin Chenrui!
He would never let him off!
He would definitely avenge his father and mother, and all those wrongly accused of the You family!
Nangong Jie patted You Rong's shoulder forcefully, his voice filled with relief, "Fortunately, there is you. Your father and mother must feel very proud..."
After parting ways with Nangong Jie, You Rong returned to Qianqing Palace, arranged the Emperor's dinner, and only after the Emperor had retired was You Rong finally able to leave Qianqing Palace.
Returning to his residence, You Rong looked at the pile of snacks he had specifically asked someone to buy today, and a hint of tenderness gradually appeared on his brow.
These were specially bought for Lin Qinghe.
He was sure she would like them when she saw them.
After much hesitation, You Rong could no longer bear the desire to see Lin Qinghe. He picked up the pile of snacks and, familiar with the route, headed towards Yaohua Palace.
Seeing that it was already late at night, You Rong did not enter through the main gate of Yaohua Palace. Instead, he observed his surroundings and, after confirming no one was present, he leaped onto the wall with a light touch and entered Yaohua Palace from above. Su Dan Novel Network.
You Rong arrived at Lin Qinghe's chambers without alerting anyone.
Seeing that the candles in Lin Qinghe's chambers had already been extinguished, he, who was eager to see her, hesitated at the entrance of the palace.
Never mind, he would come again tomorrow.
He could not bear to disturb Lin Qinghe's rest.
You Rong turned to leave, when suddenly Lin Qinghe's voice came from within the chamber, "Who is standing outside the chamber door? This princess has not yet slept. If you have something to say, come in."