Chapter 313 A Quick Resolution

Chapter 313 A Quick Resolution

Before personally hearing the words of Lady Jinghaihou, Lu Shuangshuang would never have imagined that someone would come to propose to Su Rong at this time.

At this moment, although Lady Jinghaihou's tone was pleasant, it felt like a loud slap in the face, making her cheeks burn and a sharp thorn pierce her heart.

Even a little wildling like Su Rong could marry into an aristocratic family!

And what about herself? She was a legitimate young lady from an official family, yet here she was, reduced to envying a wild girl!

Lu Shuangshuang quickly pinched her palm and denied it. Was she jealous? No, she wasn't jealous at all. What was there to be envious of in a little wildling? It must be because this family didn't know Su Rong's true identity and thus came to propose!

If they knew, this marriage would definitely fall through.

With so many people around, Lu Shuangshuang certainly wasn't foolish enough to reveal this matter publicly, and she still harbored some fear of Su Youyue's earlier display.

She merely stepped forward and greeted Su Zhenyun, "Uncle."

Su Zhenyun smiled upon seeing her. "Shuangshuang is here too. Did you go see your cousin try on the wedding gown sent by the palace?"

Earlier, when the palace envoy arrived and paid respects in the front hall, the elders naturally knew about it.

But Lu Shuangshuang had no idea, and only now did she look at Su Youyue in surprise.

Her wedding gown was actually made by the imperial seamstresses?

The imperial seamstresses usually only make gowns for the royal family. For Su Youyue, who was marrying a mere minister, to receive a gown made by them was an extraordinary honor!

Lu Shuangshuang felt a surge of envy.

Both were women; why should Su Youyue get to marry such a handsome and valiant man and even have such a luxurious wedding gown?

"Shuangshuang?" Su Zhenyun, not getting a response, looked puzzled.

Lu Shuangshuang snapped back to reality and hurriedly shook her head. "I didn't go over earlier. I didn't know Cousin had already tried on the gown."

Lady Jinghaihou, who had been observing from the side, had already sized up the young girl.

This young girl was indeed beautiful, but she exuded a small-town air and seemed quite timid.

The late patriarch of the Lu family was renowned in Yanjing for his character and demeanor. Nearly two decades ago, he took up a real post in Liao Dong. After three years, he was supposed to return to Yanjing for promotion, but a drought struck that year. He volunteered to stay and manage the disaster, spending much of his own wealth to help the locals survive the difficult times.

The following year, nomadic tribes from Dongrong invaded due to severe food shortages. The patriarch led donations to the army and sent both his sons to the battlefield.

Such a noble figure deserved admiration from everyone in Great Shen. Even if he didn't wish to be a saint, he should be revered as one.

Thus, Lady Jinghaihou had high expectations for the Lu family and felt a bit disappointed upon meeting Lu Shuangshuang.

But she quickly set aside these thoughts and warmly beckoned Lu Shuangshuang with a smile. "So you're the granddaughter of Governor Lu. Come here, let Auntie take a look at you."

Seeing the warmth from the Lady, Lu Shuangshuang's face lit up, and she hurried over. "Auntie."

Lady Jinghaihou sighed as she looked at her. "Governor Lu dedicated his life to the country and its people. How noble! It's a pity he passed away early from overwork. If he could see his beautiful granddaughter today, he would surely dote on her dearly."

Hearing her mention her grandfather, Lu Shuangshuang's smile faltered slightly.

That old fool, always putting others first, spent all their wealth on strangers. Those strangers might enjoy the benefits, but what about their family? They were now in such a sorry state!

Only those strangers would think he was good!

Lady Jinghaihou exchanged a few more pleasantries before rising and heading to Fushou Garden with Lord Jinghaihou and Su Zhenyun to visit Old Lady Su.

The younger generation wanted to follow, but the Lady dismissed them, telling them to continue enjoying the estate.

Once again, only Su Youyue and a few others remained in the hall.

Xiao Silang had already forgotten the earlier unpleasantness with Lu Shuangshuang. After all, the truth was clear, and they no longer needed to prove themselves.

He simply turned to Su Rong and chuckled.

Su Rong was also in high spirits. Since Lord Jinghaihou and Lady Jinghaihou were easy to get along with, she felt more reassured about the future.

Su Youyue was about to continue the tour of the estate when Xia Hua rushed over and whispered something in her ear.

After a moment of surprise, she looked at Su Rong. "Rong'er, you continue the tour with Feiyan and Xiao Silang. Elder Sister has something to attend to and will join you later."

"Yue'er, what's the matter?" Xiao Feiyan asked curiously.

Su Youyue smiled gently. "It's nothing major, just something that needs time. You play on ahead."

Not wanting to pry further, Xiao Feiyan watched her leave.

Meanwhile, Lu Shuangshuang, who was about to leave, saw Su Youyue suddenly depart, leaving only Su Rong with Xiao Feiyan and Xiao Silang. She paused and secretly followed them.

As they passed through the garden, Jin'er wondered, "Miss, what happened?"

Su Youyue whispered, "We found Lu Wen."

Jin'er's eyes immediately brightened, and she quickened her pace. "So soon!"

Su Youyue silently shook her head. It had been three days since Lu Wen escaped, which wasn't particularly fast for Xie Yuan's men. She had expected Lu Wen to be brought back within two days.

Who knows where that kid has been hiding.

Thinking of Xia Hua's message about another important matter, Su Youyue wasn't as optimistic as Jin'er.

When she arrived at the designated courtyard, she found Zhe Jing guarding alone. Lu Wen was not bound or gagged, and he sat quietly in a corner without a word.

Jin'er couldn't help but be puzzled, but Su Youyue knew that this place was remote, and calling for help would be useless; it might even anger Zhe Jing, so he naturally wouldn't take the risk.

Seeing Su Youyue, Lu Wen, who had been lost in thought in the corner for who knows how long, finally reacted. He looked at her with both hatred and fear before trying to shrink back into the corner again.

Zhe Jing stepped forward and said, "Miss Su, two days ago, Lu Wen escaped from the Capital, hired a cart, and came to Zao Erzhuang to meet Miss Su Qian. Now, Miss Su Qian has secretly fled Zao Erzhuang. But don't worry, Miss, our people are already in pursuit."

Lu Wen met Su Qian?

Su Youyue was momentarily stunned. No wonder the guards took so long to find him; he had left the city secretly that day.

Immediately, she understood why Lu Wen had gone to see Su Qian.

In her previous life, Su Qian was also her mortal enemy, using her position as a princess to oppress her relentlessly.

In this life, Lu Wen, having reached a dead end, naturally thought of using Su Qian against her.

It seems Su Qian already knows about my rebirth.

Su Youyue's gaze towards Lu Wen suddenly turned cold.

Lu Wen felt it too and couldn't help but clench his fists.

"Su Youyue, if you're going to kill me, just do it! Make it quick!"