Chapter 1468: Chapter 1468: Who Else (8)
Peng Jingâs intentions were straightforward; without family, from now on she had to fight for everything on her own, and for a woman, that meant seeking a favorable marriage.
When the Crown Prince was previously stationed here with his troops, she had no chance of getting close with so many people around, but going there now as an orphan, they wouldnât ignore her.
Her primary target was Gu Qingheng. Why? Because Gu Qingheng was the most handsome, and Jin City was also close to Meng City.
Of course, she had a sound reason for going to Jin City. Jin City was her home, and she was missing home, wanting to go back to have a lookâŠ
If Gu Qingheng didnât work out, she would head to Governorâs Office City. How? By pretending to be lost and wandering back, of course. Though Prince Eight wasnât as handsome as Gu Qingheng, he was a member of the Imperial Family with status. Becoming his principal wife wouldnât be so bad. But, if that didnât work out, the Crown Prince was the last resort. It was impossible to become the Crown Princess Consort, so being a concubine to the Crown Prince was the next best thing, as that would be the highest status among all concubinesâŠ
Yang Ruxin naturally had no idea about Miss Pengâs grand ambitions, but even if she had known, she would probably just comment âwishful thinkingâ and nothing more.
Of course, she never worried that Gu Qingheng would betray her, because he wasnât that shallow. However, she was certain something was amiss â she didnât believe that young girl couldnât recognize her own man. But then again, regardless of what anyone said, nothing compared to speaking directly with those involved.
Orders were dispatched to the city gate on Peng Qianâs behalf, instructing that madam Gu should be allowed to leave freely, so although it was night, the city gate was opened for her.
Though they had rested for just an hour or so, Zhui Yun and the three horses were fed and rested, having regained much of their stamina, ready to set off for Jin City without issue.
But what excited Yang Ruxin was that not long after leaving the city, she unexpectedly encountered Shadow Three, obviously having been sent in response to Xiaoheiâs message.
âGreat young madamâŠâ Shadow Three signaled from a distance, and Shadow Seven quickly responded. Thus, upon arrival, Shadow Three immediately dismounted and knelt to pay respect.
âRise,â said Yang Ruxin without dismounting her horse, âletâs walk and talk.â After a pause, she added, âLetâs not use such complicated titles when we are outside. Iâve told you all before to just call me âRuxin Sister.â Itâs simple and clear. I get flustered hearing all this âgreat young madamâ or âyoung missâ stuff.â
A chuckle passed among them, and they all agreed. So for future reference, they shall call the young master âbig brotherâ then.
Shangguan Fei rose to his horse, cast a glance at Du Man, and then caught up with Yang Ruxin, explaining the situation to her as they went.
Riding at breakneck speed, they finally caught sight of the camp ahead as the East began to lighten.
âBig sister,â Gu Yao called out from a distance, his eyes slightly reddened.
âEveryoneâs fine at home,â Yang Ruxin replied with a smile, dismounting from her horse, âWhere is he?â
Originally, the infected were gathered in the General Residence within the city, but Gu Qingheng had fallen ill the day after his return. Shadow One, Gu Qiao, who was on duty, found it odd that his older brother hadnât woken up as usual and hastily entered the tent, only to discover Gu Qingheng unconscious. That tent was subsequently isolated, and the other tents were relocated.
Gu Qiao was thus isolated inside, taking care of Gu Qingheng. Currently, there was a Military Doctor inside, as well asâŠ
Yang Ruxin turned to look at the hesitant Gu Yao: âWhat else? Or, tell me, who else is inside?â