Chapter 169 My recent handsomeness has only increased
“Oh my god! Is this real?”
“Your Majesty, how could he have passed away…”
“Alas, who would have known such a thing would happen!”
“Just a few days ago, they said His Majesty was only ill, but now he’s gone. I don’t know what will happen to Linfeng Kingdom afterwards.”
“If the royal family hadn’t been so cruel in their struggles decades ago, the royal bloodline wouldn’t have withered to this extent. After His Majesty’s passing, with the Little Prince still too young, there’s no one capable of taking charge.”
“The Emperor is gone, where will the entire Linfeng Kingdom go?”
“The capital is going to be in chaos.”
Ever since Bai Qian signaled the public announcement of the Emperor’s death, it had swept through the country like a whirlwind. In a short time, the entire capital knew.
In response, the civil and military officials were filled with worry.
One by one, they felt as if the sky was falling, truly unsure of how to navigate the future.
If only there was still a Prince…
After the Emperor’s passing, a Prince would naturally be able to support the entire Linfeng Kingdom directly.
Even if they were uneducated, as long as they possessed royal blood, the people of Linfeng Kingdom would recognize them!
But, it’s only a “if only.”
Now, the last remaining member of the royal bloodline has passed away, and there is no one left in the royal family to shoulder the heavy responsibility.
However, compared to these officials worrying about the future, some secretly harbored anticipation.
After all, there is now a leaderless situation.
To stabilize the situation, someone must be chosen to ascend the throne. Since there is no longer any royal bloodline, it will depend on each individual to showcase their own abilities.
If one has the capability, they can also ascend the throne.
Although the Little Prince is still alive, he is still in swaddling clothes. What capability can he possibly have!
He can only open his big eyes full of curiosity and watch as others snatch the throne of Linfeng Kingdom. Perhaps, if the other party has some semblance of shame, he might be lucky enough to survive.
However, his fate would definitely not be good.
Freedom imprisoned for a lifetime, what joy is there in merely surviving.
It’s just that he met Bai Qian, his powerful mother, who had already started planning everything before the Emperor even died. Now, after events unfolded, she can flexibly respond to various crises.
However, strictly speaking, the Little Prince is not the Emperor’s child… Through recent observations, Gu Yu is very certain that the Empress and that little Eunuch named Li Ye are having an affair.
Further observing Li Ye, Gu Yu discovered a shocking secret.
But upon careful consideration, it also makes sense.
Having been reborn once, Gu Yu could understand if the little eunuch wasn’t actually a eunuch.
If it were him, having been reborn, he would definitely keep his “roots.”
But Li Ye, this little eunuch, has not only kept his “roots” but now even has a son.
Truly a complete life!
Regarding Bai Qian and Li Ye’s affairs, Gu Yu cannot interfere too much, as long as Linfeng Kingdom does not fall into turmoil.
Lying on the bed, thinking about these messy matters, Gu Yu also sighed with frustration, not knowing when this turmoil in the capital would pass.
Because the impact is too great, it is now extremely difficult for Gu Yu to enter the Imperial Palace. The repeated inspections are annoying.
For this reason, Gu Mengyao suggested that Gu Yu come once every two days.
Thinking that Gu Mengyao has also been very tired recently, Gu Yu obediently nodded. All sorts of pastries and fruits made with spring water were measured by the cartload and directly transported into the Imperial Palace.
The weather is gradually getting colder now, so Gu Yu is not worried about these items spoiling.
However, seeing his little wife after a longer interval makes Gu Yu feel bored when he is alone.
Just like now, he can only lie on the bed staring at the ceiling, lost in thought… not knowing whether he should take a nap, continue reading, or go out for a stroll.
No matter what, it’s boring!
Lying on the bed like a salted fish, Gu Yu felt he couldn’t continue like this; he was too lazy.
He needed to go out and find something to do.
Something that would stop him from missing his little wife, perhaps. At least, it could reduce his longing a little.
…
“You say, what’s going on now! It’s so worrisome that I can’t even sleep at night.”
“Old Hu, what do you have to worry about? We’re just civilians. Even if the sky falls, there are tall people to bear it. What’s the big deal?”
“You’re too carefree! Is this any different from the sky falling? In my opinion, after we finish this meal, we shouldn’t stay in the capital anymore. It’s best to leave as soon as possible.”
“I know, but I’ve lived here for so long, it’s hard to leave. Anyway, I’m all alone, what is there to be afraid of.”
“Alas, I can’t! My wife and children depend on me. I have to think for the long term.”
Sitting in a corner against the wall, Gu Yu listened to the chatter from the next table and thought that these two brothers were quite insightful.
If they continued to stay in the capital, there would be a lot of trouble. It would be better to leave early.
Not to mention anything else, just the struggle for the throne, how many people might die!
However, since Gu Yu already knew that Bai Qian was fully prepared, he wasn’t too worried.
Although Bai Qian didn’t have a hundred percent certainty of taking the throne, compared to others, she was still at a significant advantage.
At least, with the Little Prince, it would be legitimate.
Unlike others, even if they obtained the throne, it would be without legitimacy.
“Brother Gu, why did you choose such a secluded spot? I almost couldn’t find you.”
“I don’t want to attract too much attention. After all, my handsomeness has only increased recently.”
“…”
When Shan Chengfeng found him, upon hearing Gu Yu’s words, his mouth twitched involuntarily.
After not seeing him for a while, how did Gu Yu become so shameless?
While looking at Gu Yu was pleasing to the eye, he wasn’t exactly handsome.
He was only better looking than most women. When he wore women’s clothing and didn’t speak, no one would definitely think he was a man.
However, he wasn’t overly effeminate either.
Unlike the eunuchs in the Imperial Palace, it was Gu Yu’s demeanor that made him hard to ignore.
“Why did you ask me to come this time?”
“Can’t I look for you if there’s nothing else? It’s almost Lunar New Year, so regarding the dividends, I need to tell you in advance.”
“Four months in advance?”
Shaking his teacup, Gu Yu didn’t believe a single word of Shan Chengfeng’s.
Shan Chengfeng didn’t say much, just smiled and poured himself a cup of tea. After finishing it, he slowly spoke.
“What exactly happened? You must know something, tell me.”
“You want me to speak just because you ask?”
“We are stakeholders… Even for the sake of silver, shouldn’t you give me some information in advance?”
Glancing at Shan Chengfeng with his eyes, Gu Yu didn’t intend to hide anything, but the matter was too significant and couldn’t be discussed much.
Using this opportunity to earn some silver was also quite good.
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Sorry, the update was late due to stomach pain o(╥﹏╥)o
