Chapter 587 The First Prince Insisted On Giving Me Money!
In the Earl of Dingâanâs manor.
Looking at the injury on Zhuang Ruoyunâs face, Gu Zixiao pursed his lips and said to the Earl of Dingâan, âYou can leave first. I have a few words to say to Miss Zhuang.â
The Earl of Dingâan was clearly a little uneasy.
He glanced at Zhuang Ruoyun with a hint of warning in his eyes.
It was as if he was afraid that she would spout nonsense.
Then, the Earl of Dingâan turned to smile at Gu Zixiao.
âAlright, this subject will leave now. If Your Highness needs anything, summon this subject again.â
After he left, the other maidservants in the hall also left.
Only then did Gu Zixiao ask again, âWere you beaten up?â
Zhuang Ruoyun pursed her lips. There was no fear on her face.
She always seemed to be a little braver than ordinary girls.
At this moment, she didnât answer the question. âYour Highness, before answering your question, can I ask why youâre here this time?â
Gu Zixiao frowned.
Zhuang Ruoyun explained, âIf you came because of the incident where I scolded you last time, then I can admit that I was beaten up just now.
âSomeone has already taught me a lesson. Your Highness, please let bygones be bygones and let me off this time. If itâs for something else, then⦠Iâll tell you the truth.â
How could there be such a girl?
Gu Zixiao couldnât help but laugh. âYou can tell me the truth. Iâm not here to settle scores with you.â
Zhuang Ruoyun heaved a sigh of relief.
She straightened her back and her voice was even louder than before.
âMiaoyin was punished. Father and Mother blamed it on me. They punished me by making me kneel and even wanted to slap me. However, those old maids wanted to take harsh actions, so I fought back. Although I was beaten up, they didnât get it good either.â
If Gu Zixiao could see it, he would know that the old maids who had made a move in the Earl of Dingâanâs residence were all injured.
When Zhuang Ruoyun said this, her expression soared.
Even though her cheeks were also swollen, she didnât seem to feel aggrieved.
She snorted. âI grew up in the countryside and do rough work. A few old maids can forget about holding me down. Moreover, I didnât do anything wrong. Why should I be beaten up?â
In the end, she suddenly realized that the noble young master sitting in front of her was the first prince.
She seemed to have said too much in front of himâ¦
Zhuang Ruoyun immediately restrained her expression and scratched her forehead in embarrassment.
âHowever, thank you, Your Highness, for still thinking of visiting me.â
Gu Zixiao stood tall and looked like a cold pine tree.
He carried the unshakeable dignity and elegance of the imperial family.
He only gave Zhuang Ruoyun a knowing smile.
He had no intention of blaming her at all.
Zhuang Ruoyun muttered to herself.
Before coming to the capital, the nanny had told her that there were many noble people and rules in the capital.
If she didnât conduct herself well, she would either be given strokes of the paddle or even lose her life.
However, this first prince with a noble status who was standing in front of her seemed to be especially easy to get along with.
Gu Zixiao said calmly, âAt the banquet in the Grand Preceptor Manor last time, you were straightforward and exposed the mastermind, saving my sister from being framed. Itâs only right for me to visit you. Iâve also guessed that perhaps your situation isnât too good.â
He took out two to three banknotes from his sleeve and placed them on the table.
âThis is for you.â
Zhuang Ruoyun was stunned. âThe Grand Preceptor gave me banknotes last time. I definitely canât accept them this time.â
Gu Zixiao seemed to have expected her to say this and only asked, âYou really donât want it?â
Zhuang Ruoyun hesitated for a moment.
A moment later, she said in embarrassment, âYour Highness, if you have the intention to help me out, you only need to say one sentence. I just donât know if youâre willing to help me with this.â