sjar Chapter 350 This clearly shows that they still consider the Gu family as their relatives!
Chapter 350 This clearly shows that they still consider the Gu family as their relatives!
Gu Junze stepped into the mansion and casually took the handkerchief handed to him by a maid to wipe his hands.
"With the new emperor's ascension to the throne, the Zheng Kingdom will also be sending envoys."
Chu Ruohan was sitting on the couch, making clothes for the baby in her belly.
Upon hearing this, the stitches in her hand, which were halfway through embroidering the Qilin, paused, and she abruptly raised her head.
A light instantly ignited in her eyes, filled with unbelievable anticipation.
"Could it be Yun-ge'er?"
She really hadn't seen that child for a very, very long time.
Gu Junze walked to her side, looked at the hope in her eyes, and frowned slightly.
"We still don't know exactly who it is."
He paused, his voice softening, with a reassuring tone.
“But Yun’er is still young, and the two countries have just made peace, so the relationship is delicate. The emperor of Zheng… probably won’t let him come now.”
The words weren't fully spoken, but the meaning was already quite clear.
The light in Chu Ruohan's eyes flickered gently, like a candle flame blown by the wind, before slowly dimming.
A hint of disappointment crept onto her brow.
"Mother...Brother, brother..."
A soft, childlike voice broke the silence of the room. It was Xuan-ge'er who had woken up, rubbing his eyes and calling out indistinctly.
Chu Ruohan subconsciously wanted to bend down to hug the child.
"You're carrying a heavy load, let me do it."
Gu Junze pressed down on her shoulder and picked up the chubby little guy first.
Xuan-ge nestled in his father's broad arms, his little hands clutching Gu Junze's shirt, still murmuring softly.
Gu Junze gently patted the child's back, his voice low and gentle.
“Xuan-ge’er misses his brother, and Father misses him too…”
The court session ended the next day.
At the palace gate, officials left in twos and threes.
Third Master Gu Yan habitually lowered his head and hunched his shoulders, trying to quickly slip past Gu Junze.
Ever since the incident at the Marquis of Anyang's residence, he has strictly ordered Lu Ge'er to stay at home and study behind closed doors, for fear of being implicated.
His only thought at the time was to stay away from Gu Junze and his group to avoid getting into trouble.
Who would have thought that fortunes would turn around, a new emperor would ascend the throne, and Gu Junze would suddenly become a rising star in the court, extremely popular and sought after.
When they met again, the atmosphere was inevitably subtle and awkward.
Gu Yan's feelings became even more complicated after learning that Gu Junze's biological father was Duan Qingye.
Sigh, in the end, isn't Gu Junze's name still on their Gu family's genealogy?
Just as Gu Yan was about to pass by, a calm voice rang out.
"Uncle Three."
Master Gu's body stiffened abruptly, and he stopped in his tracks.
He slowly turned around, forcing an unnatural smile onto his face.
Gu Junze had already walked up to him, his posture upright and his demeanor calm, showing no unusual emotions whatsoever.
"Third Uncle, it's been a long time since I've seen Brother Lu."
"Han'er has also been talking about this child. Let him come to the General's Mansion tomorrow to continue practicing martial arts. I will personally teach him."
Master Gu was stunned, then his eyes suddenly lit up.
Gu Junze still calls him Third Uncle!
This clearly shows that they still consider the Gu family as their relatives!
Moreover, sending Lu Ge'er to the General's Mansion for personal instruction is also a way to do so.
This is such a great thing!
Gu Yan's embarrassment and unease vanished instantly, replaced by undisguised elation.
"Okay, okay! That's great!"
He nodded quickly, "I'll send that kid over first thing tomorrow morning!"
Gu Junze is now skilled in both literature and martial arts, and enjoys the Emperor's favor. If Lu Ge'er can receive his careful guidance, his future prospects are limitless!
Gu Yan seemed to have already seen his grandson's bright future, and his face beamed with joy.
The next morning, Lu Ge'er held Lan Jie'er's little hand and stood in front of the General's Mansion.
The butler led the brother and sister through the corridor to the backyard. Chu Ruohan was sitting in the pavilion, with Xuan Ge'er playing beside her.
"Greetings, Aunt." Lu Ge'er pulled Lan Jie'er to bow.
Chu Ruohan put down her embroidery and waved with a smile, "Come and sit down."
When Xuan-ge saw Lu-ge, he ran over happily: "Brother Lu!"
Lu Ge'er squatted down, patted Xuan Ge'er's head, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.
Although they were both children of the same man, Xuan-ge'er was able to grow up carefree under his aunt's care.
"Brother Lu, how have you been lately?" Chu Ruohan asked with concern.
Lu Ge'er snapped out of his thoughts and respectfully replied, "Auntie, everything is fine."
Chu Ruohan noticed the desolation in Lu Ge'er's eyes, and a thought struck her.
She beckoned Lan Jie'er over, picked up a pastry from the table and handed it to her: "Try this, it's homemade by your aunt."
Lan Jie timidly took it, took a small bite, and her eyes immediately lit up: "Delicious!"
Chu Ruohan smiled gently: "Eat more if you like it."
Seeing his sister's happy expression, Lu Ge'er felt both gratified and bittersweet.
He must become stronger in order to protect his sister and survive in that mansion.
“Brother Lü,” Chu Ruohan suddenly spoke up, “Don’t take your father’s matter too seriously. You’re a good boy, your aunt has always known that.”
Lu Ge'er suddenly looked up, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. He hadn't expected his aunt to bring this up so suddenly.
"Aunt..."
Before he could finish speaking, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside the courtyard.
A moment later, Song Ruyan appeared in front of the pavilion. She was wearing a light blue short shirt and looked very dashing.
"I heard Lan-jie'er is here? Where is she?"
Song Ruyan looked around anxiously, her gaze quickly settling on the small figure in the pavilion.
When Lan Jie saw Song Ruyan, her previously timid face immediately blossomed into a bright smile.
"Master!" Lan Jie cheered, dropping the pastries in her hand and running over like a little swallow.
Song Ruyan laughed and opened her arms to catch the little girl steadily. She picked her up and spun her around, making Lan Jie'er giggle.
"I missed you so much!" Song Ruyan pinched Lan Jie'er's little face. "Look, you've grown so much taller. Have you been secretly practicing your martial arts?"
Lan Jie nodded proudly: "My master taught me! I practice every day!"
"What a good child." Song Ruyan smiled with satisfaction, then turned to Chu Ruohan and bowed, "Young Madam."
Chu Ruohan smiled and nodded: "Ruyan, you've come at the perfect time. Lan'er has been talking about you."
Song Ruyan put Lan Jie down and took her little hand: "Madam, shall I take Lan Jie to the martial arts training ground to play for a while?"
"Go."