Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity

Chapter 1214 - 1050: Lying

At this moment, Yifei stared at Gu Chengyu with her mouth open wide, having previously not had the leisure to notice Gu Chengyu’s appearance. Seeing it now, she found him astonishingly beautiful.It seems the rumors are true; this Mr. Gu truly is a top-notch handsome man.

"As a common girl, Lv Yunfeng thanks Mr. Gu for saving my life!"

Although Lv Yunqing knew that Gu Chengyu had previously risked her life, the situation was more powerful than people, and who could blame her for being just a commoner’s daughter?

"Miss Lv, there’s no need to thank me. As an official of the court, I naturally wouldn’t stand by and watch the young lady fall victim to harm." Gu Chengyu lightly smiled, exuding a warm and gentle demeanor.

Lv Yunqing found that this person changed faces faster than flipping pages in a book; just now, he had a resolute and aloof look, as if putting no one in his eyes. However, speaking now, he seemed completely different, with a gentle tone and relaxed expression, causing Lv Yunqing to let go of the resentment that had arisen earlier.

This was clearly a gentleman as warm and graceful as jade; where was the previous fierce look? Perhaps the earlier behavior was due to urgency, and any discourtesy on his part was understandable.

In truth, Lv Yunqing thought this way naturally because of his face. When a beautiful person makes a mistake, others will go to great lengths to excuse them, thinking they always have unavoidable reasons.

As for those with ordinary looks, others won’t bother to excuse them. This is a common human flaw.

"Earlier, fearing this person would harm you, I took drastic measures. If you were startled, please forgive me!" Gu Chengyu said indifferently and then thought about how to bring the topic to Gu Wanqian.

"You speak too heavily, Mr. Gu; the situation was urgent, and as a common girl who understands the bigger picture, I naturally won’t blame you!" Indeed, Mr. Gu had his reasons for acting as he did, Lv Yunqing assured herself.

"Wan Qian, now that Miss Lv is here, why don’t you clarify what transpired earlier? You know that your appearance here means I must investigate thoroughly. There can be no favoritism just because you are my nephew."

Gu Wanqian quickly looked up at Gu Chengyu, seeing that his expression seemed to have softened a bit compared to before. He couldn’t help but feel relieved.

He understood this Little Uncle somewhat; if the Little Uncle didn’t express clearly, he was likely suppressing his suspicions inwardly. But now that the Little Uncle broached the topic, most suspicions in his heart must have dissipated.

"Little Uncle! This..." Gu Wanqian scratched his head, his face red as a sunrise, his demeanor awkward, making Lv Yunfeng and her servant feel somewhat strange.

"Miss Lv, earlier my nephew said he followed your carriage here." Gu Chengyu looked at Lv Yunqing with a subtle smile, though he didn’t believe a word of Gu Wanqian’s.

While up on the treetops, he heard Lv Yunqing say they hadn’t been here long; if Gu Wanqian had been trailing behind them, his carriage certainly wouldn’t have headed deep into the plum grove.

Moreover, Lv Yunqing’s group hadn’t even seen Gu Wanqian’s carriage, indicating that Gu Wanqian arrived significantly earlier than them.

What does this mean? It means Gu Wanqian is lying, the answer becoming apparent.

He truly hadn’t expected it! The once simple and easily satisfied youth had become so cunning.

Look at his acting; he can blush on cue and tell lies effortlessly, making even him admire the skill.

Could it be that calculating people’s hearts was ingrained in him since birth? Indeed, being born into the Da Xing Royal Family, that predatory place, perhaps he was destined to scheme.

"What?" Lv Yunqing’s eyes flashed, then she fell silent, uncertain of what to say.

Gu Chengyu curled his lips into a cold smile; this young lady was calculating too. Could she really not know whether Gu Wanqian followed her?

Regardless of whether the two were in league or she had other considerations, a thorough investigation was inevitable.

"Wan Qian, you’re not so young anymore, and it’s only natural for young men to admire Mu Shao’ai. If you fancy a young lady, do inform your aunt!"

Gu Wanqian lowered his head even further, replying softly in embarrassment.

Lv Yunqing’s face suddenly turned red; she thought Mr. Gu might be misunderstanding something. Glancing at the tall and graceful Gu Chengyu, she couldn’t help but feel a bit dazed.

She didn’t know why Gu Wanqian would lie, but she understood it was certainly related to the person who had just been taken away. She was unsure whether to reveal the truth; if she did, could her family continue to do business with the Gu Family?

But if she didn’t, would Mr. Gu misunderstand something?

Gu Chengyu certainly wouldn’t pay attention to Lv Yunqing’s dilemma. He looked at the sky and then said, "Wan Qian, the sky is darkening; let’s head back! Since you have a carriage, you can take me back to the mansion."

After speaking, without waiting for the three’s reactions, Gu Chengyu climbed up into the black-canopied carriage.

Gu Wanqian turned to glance at Lv Yunqing, showing a trace of apology on his face, "It’s getting late, Miss Lv, please hurry back! In the future, don’t travel with just one maid. Fortunately, Little Uncle was here today, or else..."

Lv Yunqing’s smile stiffened, realizing Gu Wanqian was absolutely using her. He just acted like he had different thoughts about her, but now he didn’t mention it at all.

Yet she couldn’t say anything because he hadn’t directly expressed any affections.

The carriage trotted along the frozen official road, and by the time they returned to Gu Mansion, the sky was completely dark.

These days Gu Chengyu hadn’t rested properly, and since the Map Master and Bu Ke were already captured, there was no need to rush the interrogation.

"Little Uncle! I’ll just head back now; Grandmother is still at home, and it’s quite late; I’m afraid she’ll worry." Gu Wanqian delivered him to the outer courtyard, intending to drive away.

"Since you’re in the mansion, have dinner before you leave! I’ve already sent someone to inform your grandmother. You haven’t visited for a good while, and I have business matters to discuss with you."

Gu Wanqian was momentarily stunned, then forced a smile, "Alright! I’ll trouble Little Uncle then!"

"Hmm! Your neck wound, wait till the doctor arrives to apply medicine." Having said this, Gu Chengyu turned to leave, itching to cleanse himself from the wear and dust of travel.

"Wan Qian!" After just a few steps, Gu Chengyu suddenly halted, turning back to look at Gu Wanqian.

"Little Uncle?" A puzzled look came from Gu Wanqian, their gazes meeting, Gu Chengyu’s heart was far from calm.

"It’s nothing; you go and wash with the maid first." Gu Chengyu smiled, then turned to leave.

Gu Wanqian also remained unsettled, thinking perhaps Little Uncle was still suspicious of him.

"Sir! While escorting Bu Ke, we were attacked by a group of bandits."

Gu Chengyu had just finished washing and was dressing when Ming Yan rushed into the washroom.

Quickly donning his robe, Gu Chengyu stepped out, "What happened?"

As soon as he saw Ming Yan, he noticed new wounds on his body; Ming Yan’s chest was still bleeding, blood continuously dripping onto the floor.

"And the Map Master?" Gu Chengyu felt a bad hunch.

"Dead!"