Indeed, that was the caseā¦
Gu Ruxue had cast him aside, turning him into a laughingstock among the noble families. For the past two years, he had been confined within the walls of Duke Changningās Mansion, living like a timid coward. He lacked the courage to venture outside, living a life worse than that of animals.
Once upon a time, Gu Ruxue had fawned over him, attempting to secure a marriage alliance.
His fatherās lack of prestige had led him down this path.
But none of that mattered.
She had once been the woman he admired, the one who had tried to win his favor.
If she were to become the new Queen, it meant that he had once possessed a glorious past, having caught the attention of the woman he had once admired.
And she had even tried to win his favor!
With unwavering confidence, Lu Jiming asked in an arrogant manner.
The Second Lady of the Gu Family?
This prince had clearly been confined indoors for far too long to grasp the realities unfolding in the capital.
āThe Second Lady of the Gu Family has nearly lost her mind after being divorced by the Crown Prince. She is throwing tantrums in the abandoned Gu Mansion! She is in no way qualified to become the new Queen,ā the disdainful housekeeper remarked, clearly harboring a dislike for the Second Lady of the Gu Family.
āImpossible!ā Lu Jiming exclaimed, his confident expression fading as skepticism crept in.
He began to question the validity of his assumptions.
Soon enough, he realized that the housekeeper had no reason to deceive him.
He could simply inquire with others and receive the correct information.
Had Gu Ruxue truly fallen into such a pitiable state?
Who could the new Queen be, then?
Lu Jiming contemplated the noble ladies, running through the possibilities in his mind.
āCould it be the Elder Miss of the Chu Family? General Liuās only daughter, married to Lord Lingā¦ Perhaps it is one of them?ā he asked, his voice tinged with uncertainty.
Observing his bewildered expression, the housekeeper understood his confusion.
Then, a smile spread across the housekeeperās face.
He was well aware of the tumultuous history surrounding Duke Changningās Mansion, much like the rest of the capitalās inhabitants.
With confidence, he proclaimed, āThe new Queen is none other than the Elder Miss of the Gu Family. She is our beloved Phoenix Girl, betrothed to Lord Huai. Thereās no need for further speculation!ā
The housekeeperās voice rang out with pride as he made the announcement.
Phoenix Girl was truly an exceptional young woman!
Even when Lord Huai faced adversity, she never once entertained the thought of breaking off their engagement. Her unwavering loyalty was a rare quality admired by many.
The Second Lady of the Gu Family, on the other hand, was a different story. She only pursued those with wealth and power, which ultimately led to her current predicament.
Phoenix Girl deserved a partner who would truly cherish her.
The Elder Miss of the Gu Family?
That peculiar and unattractive individual?
āImpossible! That repulsive woman could never become the Queen!ā Lu Jiming vehemently dismissed the notion.
In his mind, anyone in the capital could have ascended to the position of Queen, except for her.
āPrince, Phoenix Girl is not repulsive. She is beautiful and possesses a kind heart,ā the housekeeper countered.
āHahahaha!ā Lu Jiming burst into laughter, tears streaming down his face.
Madame of Duke Changningās Mansion happened to pass by.
Lu Jiming grabbed her arm, exclaiming, āMother, this servant claims that the new Queen is Gu Chaoyan, that hideous woman! Hahahaha!ā
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