Chapter 486: Chapter 478: Adding Fuel to the Fire

Princess Yuanhua was there speaking to herself, her mouth dry and her tongue tired. On the other side, the Zhao Housheng couple seldom spoke, only nodding slightly or making an "oh" sound, leaving almost no conversation at all.

Princess Yuanhua couldn’t find words to continue, and the hall fell silent for a moment. She glanced at Gu Er sitting nearby, turned her eyes, and then smiled, "I heard that Sister Ning has been staying at your residence these days, so why haven’t I seen her?"

"Sister Ning is unwell, resting in the backyard," Zhao Housheng responded indifferently.

"Didn’t she go outside? How come she feels unwell as soon as she returns? Has the Imperial Physician seen her? Now that Sister Ning is a grandchild of the Royal Family, she must be taken seriously. And being pregnant, perhaps I should go and see her now."

Zhao Housheng was also in no hurry and interrupted, "The Marquis is in the backyard accompanying her, and it’s not good for ladies to go over now. Perhaps another time, Princess."

Princess Yuanhua had already gotten up, but was stopped. She gave a faint "oh" and felt a sense of embarrassment within, yet couldn’t express it. Just as she awkwardly tried to find a way out, Gu Er stood up.

"Big brother is also there, and I haven’t seen him in many days. Let’s go and meet him then. The last time we met was when he came to our residence." Gu Er walked to Princess Yuanhua’s side, "I should meet big brother, and that way, it will be convenient for you to see Sister Ning as well."

Princess Yuanhua finally breathed a sigh of relief, "Very well, let’s listen to Second Young Master."

Zhao Housheng frowned tightly and stood up as well, "The two of them might already be resting. Second Young Master also knows that the Marquis has always cared for Sister Ning. If you disturb them now, the Marquis might be displeased."

He disliked Gu Er and Princess Yuanhua in his heart. Even though they had already indicated in their attitude that they were sending them away, why did these two shamelessly remain?

As Zhao Housheng thought of this, his face also grew increasingly unpleasant, without any attempt to hide it.

Liang Hui, beside him, also stood up with her husband, though she did not say anything, her face full of a troubled expression, her brows tightly furrowed.

Gu Er seemed not to notice at all, "Big brother is busy daily, it’s not easy to see him. Today, he happens to be at the residence; he wouldn’t mind. Besides, it was me who initially had a betrothal with Sister Ning, but later because of issues on my side, made big brother take responsibility. So, we aren’t outsiders. There’s no need for Lieutenant Zhao to stop us. In addition, with the relation to Yuanhua, shouldn’t you address me as uncle now? Or do you think it’s inappropriate for us to visit the residence and wish to drive us away?"

Gu Er was full of anger inside, his face looking unpleasant, his eyes coldly staring at Zhao Housheng, even bringing everything out into the open, unless there was a falling out, otherwise, they could only let them go temporarily.

Zhao Housheng didn’t retreat either, meeting Gu Er’s cold eyes directly, "That’s not correct to say. As Mr. Gu knows, Sister Ning is pregnant now and needs rest. If Second Young Master wants to see the Marquis, that’s simple; I will have someone bring the Marquis over now."

After saying that, Zhao Housheng said nothing more, directly calling Wang Er from outside, "Invite the Marquis to the front hall, just say Mr. Gu wants to see him."

Wang Er responded and retreated.

When Zhao Housheng gave his instructions, Gu Er did not stop him, and only after Wang Er left did Gu Er coldly laugh, "Then it troubles Lieutenant Zhao."

Princess Yuanhua didn’t speak either, just lowered her brows, while Zhao Housheng cupped his hands, "There are still matters to attend to, so I won’t accompany you further."

With a sweep of his sleeve, he left.

Liang Hui felt it inappropriate to leave but didn’t want to stay either. She smiled at Princess Yuanhua, "I still have things stewing for Sister Ning, and don’t trust the servants with it, so I’ll go have a look."

Princess Yuanhua just smiled without saying anything, and Liang Hui left too.

For a moment, only two people remained in the hall.

Gu Er had a gloomy face, and Princess Yuanhua scornfully said, "Why be angry with these people? They are just enjoying their moment of triumph. For now, we must bow our heads; there will come a day when we rise again."

Princess Yuanhua was pleased to see things this way. The more it was so, the more she could stand with Gu Er, making it much more convenient to do things.

Gu Er, with a gloomy face, said nothing, and after the time it took to drink a cup of tea, Gu Yifeng appeared in the hall. He walked in with vigorous strides, took a seat, and coldly looked at Gu Er, "Did you want something from me?"

Gu Er smiled, "Now that Sister Ning is a Commandery Princess, I came to congratulate you just when I learned of it. I always thought big brother treated Sister Ning as a sister, but later realized you had feelings you shouldn’t have. Big brother really has a keen eye. With her noble status, marrying her is indeed propitious."

Gu Yifeng furrowed his brow tightly, "Is that all?"

Gu Er raised his voice, "Naturally, I wouldn’t only have these few words to say, but it seems big brother doesn’t want to listen much. However, I must say, even though I can’t marry Sister Ning, she’s been like a sister to me from childhood; why does big brother stop us from meeting? Big brother may be able to calculate a brother’s betrothal, but I cannot do such things."

Some words shouldn’t be spoken lightly, for they are not truth. If you truly regarded Sister Ning as a sister, how could you speak such words to sully her? Do you know how bad it is for her reputation?" Gu Yifeng asked coldly.

"Did you care about the bad reputation when you and Sister Ning developed feelings for each other? Now suddenly caring about reputation is laughable." Gu Er ridiculed coldly, "There’s no need for big brother to worry. I just suddenly remembered and said a few words; I wouldn’t say it to outsiders. Sister Ning could disregard our past feelings, but I can’t forget."

Gu Er brought up their matters in each sentence, making Gu Yifeng’s expression naturally unpleasant, but he held back without lashing out. Princess Yuanhua, feeling uncomfortable on the side, knew Gu Er hated the two of them but also understood he still held Lin Youning in his heart.

Gu Yifeng stood up, "No need to visit the residence anymore. Regardless of Sister Ning’s current status, she has no relation to you. I remember Princess Yuanhua has been demoted, no longer a part of the Royal Family, so naturally, your connection with Sister Ning doesn’t count."

Princess Yuanhua furrowed her brows angrily, but Gu Yifeng didn’t look at them, turning around and striding away.

Gu Er wasn’t angry but smiled instead. Princess Yuanhua didn’t understand, turning to look at him. Gu Er raised an eyebrow, "They will feel uncomfortable in their hearts too."

So, this visit wasn’t in vain after all.