Chapter 130: Caught In the Act - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 130: Caught In the Act

So that's the case, Bai Siruo suddenly recalled that ever since their last encounter, she hadn't seen Master Lu again. She did consider meeting him, but after some thought, she felt it wasn't appropriate for her to intervene.

"Just deliver it directly. Don't say you're from the Bai Mansion. Just express gratitude to Master Lu for his help."

"Understood."

Bai Siruo hadn't spread the news about Lu Yuanfeng rescuing her, fearing it might be exploited by malicious individuals. It was better to keep things as confidential as possible within the household servants.

Little did she know, the Master Lu she was concerned about was currently facing trouble at Changchun Tower.

Since the last meeting with Bai Siruo, he hadn't received any news. Initially, he thought he could use this opportunity to elevate his status, but when the household servants brought back information, he learned that Bai family's young lady was already betrothed—to none other than the Prince Kang's mansion.

This cold reality poured cold water on Lu Yuanfeng's ambitions. Even with great courage, he didn't dare offend both the Bai Mansion and Prince Kang's mansion simultaneously. Otherwise, it would involve the entire Lu family.

Therefore, he didn't bother pretending anymore. On this festive day, he simply booked a private room at Changchun Tower and invited three or four Qinhuai Pavilion girls to accompany him, enjoying himself leisurely.

However, today, there was only one person in that private room, leaning against him, feeding him wine.

"Master Lu, you promised this slave girl that you would redeem her soon. When will you fulfill your promise?"

Speaking was Lian Rui, a former top courtesan at Qinhuai Pavilion, known for her charming appearance and delicate figure, with skin as smooth as snow. Despite the cold winter, she was only wearing a thin butterfly-like garment, which stirred the hearts of onlookers.

Lu Yuanfeng sneered inwardly. At his age, how could he still entertain such unrealistic thoughts as a newly entered woman? Moreover, considering her status as an aging courtesan, who would be willing to take her over?

Setting aside the fact that her redemption price had been pushed to a high position, even discussing whether she could bear children at her age was another matter.

Redeem her back? Then wait for his mother to break his legs.

However, now was the time to placate her. How could he speak the truth? So he softened his tone and said, "Ah, you know my mother's temper. The last time I mentioned it to her, she was upset for a long time. Besides, it's the New Year now. If I anger her again, how can I come out to see you? Wait a little longer. After I handle some matters in Jiangnan, when my mother is in a good mood, I'll bring it up again. Maybe she'll agree by then."

The implication of his evasion was clear, something even a fool could understand, let alone Lian Rui, who had experienced the flower field for a long time.

Suppressing the disdain in her heart, she put on a tender face again. With such obedience, she could naturally reap benefits.

"Well, you can speak sooner. I'm looking forward to marrying you soon, Master Lu."

"Okay, whatever you say."

Taking out a valuable jasper hairpin from his arms, he handed it to Lian Rui. "Do you still like the one you picked last time?"

"I like it, I like it. As long as it's from Master Lu, I like it."

As she spoke, she placed the hairpin on her head and embraced him playfully.

As the two were having fun, they suddenly heard a commotion downstairs, interrupting their good time. Without fearing the consequences, he opened the window to curse loudly, but unexpectedly witnessed the incident.

Downstairs, a group of servants surrounded a handsome and delicate-looking young man. His face was already bruised, but he couldn't hide his beauty. However, his eyes were stubborn as he loudly addressed the steward among the servants.

"Even if you beat me to death today, I will never become a male concubine for some silly princess!"

The phrase 'male concubine' was shouted indignantly, immediately causing the surrounding bystanders to start discussing.

Boldly, someone spoke to the people around, "Most likely, it's the Princess Changlin who's taken a fancy to him. I heard that just a few months ago, she abducted a commoner into the mansion. Now, after just a few days, she's trying to abduct another one?"

"Most likely. Poor guy, if he doesn't comply, he might not live through today."

They dared not speak openly, nor did anyone dare to intervene. They could only quietly discuss among themselves.

Princess Changlin, relying on her royal status, typically acted arrogantly. Whether it was taking in court favorites or keeping male concubines, it was just gossip for the common folk to talk about after tea. But lately, her influence had been expanding. Since last year, she had publicly abducted several handsome young men.

If they refused, they would be beaten until they entered her mansion. Even if family members pleaded at the Princess's mansion, they couldn't even catch a glimpse. Some had gritted their teeth and gone to the Imperial Court to complain, but unfortunately, they couldn't break through the gates of the Princess's mansion.

How tragic.

Now, it seemed another unfortunate soul had caught her eye. Perhaps his ancestors' graves were not well-tended, causing him to attract the attention of the Princess.

As more people gathered around, the servant no longer bothered to speak with the young man. After all, the Princess kept them as lackeys to satisfy her desires, didn't she?

Since this guy didn't know how to behave, they would knock him out and take him away to complete the task.

With a glance at his cohorts, they approached to strike him, but halfway through the window of the elegant room, a person jumped out, shielding the young man. He looked coldly at the lackeys, his eyes devoid of any warmth.

"In the capital city, how can such lawlessness be tolerated openly? Abducting commoners in broad daylight, and if they resist, beating them? What audacity from the Princess's lackeys."

"You..." The steward was furious. Throughout the capital city, no one dared to speak to them in such a manner at the Princess's mansion. He immediately waved the wooden stick in his hand and shouted, "Are you looking for death? How dare you insult people from the Princess's mansion! Don't you want to live?"

"Hmph, what if I insult you? I'm going to beat you."

As soon as he finished speaking, he moved forward and gave the steward a good beating. The steward was all bark and no bite, usually flaunting the fame of the Princess's mansion everywhere. But when real trouble came, he couldn't even touch the other's clothes. He ended up battered and speechless.

Seeing the steward being beaten, several people nearby naturally rushed to help. Unfortunately, they too were knocked down in the end, crying out in pain.

"You kid... if you have the guts, tell me your name! When I report back to the Princess, she'll have your entire family arrested!"

Upon hearing this, the man who intervened sneered, "Arrest my family? Tell the Princess that the doors of Prince Kang's mansion are always open. If she dares, she can come and arrest us!"

As soon as these words came out, the people lying on the ground gasped in shock.

Prince Kang's mansion!

How could it be Prince Kang's mansion?

He had seen all the men in the mansion. How could he be related to Prince Kang's mansion?

The steward continued shouting, "Bah, you think you can casually claim to be from Prince Kang's mansion? I've served at the Princess's mansion for many years and have never seen someone like you. Do you think I'm so easily deceived?"

"Name doesn't change, lineage remains unchanged. I am Xiao Mu Qian, the legitimate grandson of Prince Kang's mansion. You can go back and ask Princess Changlin if she still remembers her nephew!"

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