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Chapter 321 The Clingy Cloud King
The next morning.
Luo Qingyin offered her daughter-in-law tea, her pretty face showing a hint of shyness, and respectfully said, "Mother-in-law, please have some tea."
Looking at the harmonious scene between Song Yanzhou and his wife, Liu Ruyan couldn't help but smile. She sipped her tea with a beaming smile.
"Okay, okay, from now on you two should get along well and move forward hand in hand as a couple, then I can rest assured."
"Thank you for your guidance, Mother-in-law," Luo Qingyin replied obediently.
Watching their eldest brother and sister-in-law's affectionate display, Song Ruozhen and her siblings couldn't help but chuckle. Their sweet and loving relationship showed that Fan Siying's appearance hadn't had any impact whatsoever.
"Mother, I heard that you went out after seeing the guests off last night. Could something have happened?"
Song Yanzhou only heard the news this morning. He only knew that his family had gone to the Gu family, but he didn't know the specifics.
Liu Ruyan's eyes showed a hint of worry, and she didn't hide anything this time, telling the whole story.
"Your second brother has gone to court; we'll only know the result when he returns."
Song Yanzhou was getting married, and the Emperor had been informed beforehand, so he was not required to attend the morning court for the next three days.
Song Yanzhou was also shocked when he heard this; he hadn't expected such a big thing to happen last night.
"Gu Yunwei is truly insane, she's incredibly audacious!"
"Gu Yunwei deserves it no matter what, but it's a pity that Grand Tutor Gu resigned because of this."
Song Jingshen sighed. Grand Tutor Gu was their maternal grandfather. Although they hadn't had much contact in recent years, they were happy to acknowledge him as their maternal grandfather because of Grand Tutor Gu's protection of their mother yesterday.
However, it still feels a bit strange to change one's tune so quickly.
"Let's wait patiently, things might not be that bad," Song Ruozhen said thoughtfully.
Royal study room.
The Emperor's face was grim. The matter of the Gu family and the Liu family exchanging children had already caused quite a stir yesterday.
Song Yanzhou was already a General of the Eastern Army at a young age, with a promising future ahead of him. Therefore, many ministers attended the wedding banquet, and this matter was discussed by everyone in the court today.
However, few people knew about the loss of the gold medal.
"Zhao Zhide, have you investigated yesterday's events thoroughly?"
"Your Majesty, Madam Liu has confessed to the child-switching incident years ago, but she has taken all the blame, saying that Lord Liu was unaware of it."
"As for Gu Yunwei stealing the pardon, they knew nothing about it," Zhao Zhide quickly said.
"Your Majesty, this matter is entirely my fault. I am willing to take full responsibility and resign from my position as Grand Tutor. I hope Your Majesty will grant my request."
Gu Huaixu knelt down and offered to resign.
The Emperor glanced at Gu Huaixu, sighed, and said, "Grand Tutor Gu, I understand that this matter is not your responsibility."
"It was my foolishness that I didn't even know the child had been switched, and I was kept in the dark for so many years."
Gu Huaixu was filled with remorse. He had thought about it all night yesterday. He originally thought he had never wronged anyone in his life, but he never expected that he couldn't even protect his wife and daughter and had fallen into such a predicament!
“Father, no one would have thought that someone would switch the children. It was the Liu family who were malicious, and it has nothing to do with Grand Tutor Gu.”
The loss of the gold medal was also due to Gu Yunwei's cunning. She and her daughter are birds of a feather; Grand Tutor Gu severed ties with them years ago. They are thieves!
Chu Junting stepped forward and spoke up for Gu Huaixu.
"The court is in dire need of capable people right now. With the floods in Jiangnan, Grand Tutor Gu has a high reputation and experience in dealing with floods. I think it would be better to let Grand Tutor Gu redeem himself through meritorious service. What do you think?"
Zhao Zhide echoed, "Your Majesty, this matter is a conspiracy set up by the Liu family. Grand Tutor Gu is truly innocent. Moreover, Grand Tutor Gu's daughter is General Song's wife. She has suffered a lot in the Liu family over the years, which is really not easy for her."
Gu Huaixu was already a loyal minister, and the Emperor did not want him to resign. Chu Junting's words were exactly what the Emperor wanted to hear, so he said:
"Grand Tutor Gu, I think the Prince of Chu's suggestion is good. Currently, the floods in Jiangnan are severe, and the people are displaced."
The disaster relief funds have been allocated, but the situation of the victims has not improved; on the contrary, the number of displaced people is increasing. This time, you and the King of Chu will go to Jiangnan together to manage the floods.”
Knowing that the Prince of Chu was helping him, Gu Huaixu immediately said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, thank you, Your Highness."
Zhao Zhide, who was standing to the side, also breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "Your Majesty, what should be done with Lord Liu and his family?"
"Strip him of his official post!" the Emperor said coldly. "Execute Gu Yunwei!"
"The minister obeys the order."
Having received this expected result, Chu Junting was in a great mood. Even though he was still outside the Imperial Study, he was already thinking about going to see the girl he liked and telling her the good news.
"Your Highness, thank you very much for what you did earlier," Gu Huaixu said gratefully.
"Grand Tutor Gu, there's no need to be so polite. What I said is true. If you leave the court, it will be a loss for the people."
Chu Junting smiled and spoke in a slightly raised voice, clearly in a very good mood.
Gu Huaixu looked surprised. He was the one who had the opportunity to redeem himself, but why did the King of Chu seem happier than him?
Song family.
Song Ruozhen and her group were anxiously waiting for Song Yi'an to return, but unexpectedly, they received news of the King of Chu first.
"Zhen'er, the King of Chu is here, you should go quickly," Liu Ruyan said.
Seeing the eager expressions on her family's faces, Song Ruozhen couldn't help but say, "How about... I invite the Prince over first?"
When Chu Junting saw Song Ruozhen, before he could even speak, she pulled him toward the main hall.
"Your Highness, should there be a result regarding Grand Tutor Gu's matter today? My second brother hasn't returned yet, and my family is extremely worried. Why don't you come with me to the main hall to discuss the situation?"
Chu Junting's gaze fell on the woman's hand that was holding his. Her fingers were slender and white, as clear as jade, and her whole person was like a finely carved jade bracelet.
He raised his head slightly, looking at the woman's back. A gentle breeze blew through her hair, and her hair ornament swayed slightly, fluttering gracefully like a butterfly. The smile in his eyes gradually deepened.
Liu Ruyan and the others were indeed anxiously awaiting news, and Song Zhiyu couldn't help but complain, "Second Brother usually leaves court quite quickly, but he knows we're all waiting for news. Even the Prince has arrived, so why hasn't he come yet?"
"It should be soon, let's wait patiently," Liu Ruyan said.
Little did he know that Song Yi'an was currently being entangled by the Prince of Yun, who had no intention of letting him leave.
"King Yun, I'll play chess with you another day. I have important business to attend to at home today."
Chu Yungui waved his hand, "What important matter could it be? I'm really in the mood for chess today, so you'll play a couple of rounds with me."
Song Yi'an looked helpless. "Then I'll have my attendant send a message home for me."
"Alright, alright, just give me a heads-up and you'll come play chess with me."
Chu Yungui gave a wink to the guard beside him, thinking to himself: Today is a good opportunity for my brother to show his abilities. He must help him and not let my sixth sister shake his position in my third brother's heart!