Chapter 8: Eldest Miss (Must-read for Event)

That useless Chu Liuyue of the Chu family has gone mad!

Almost overnight, the entire Imperial Capital was discussing this matter.

"My cousin's third uncle works for the Chu family, and he saw with his own eyes that on that day, the people from Treasure Pavilion respectfully delivered half a carriage of medicinal herbs! And they explicitly said they were being delivered to Chu Liuyue! Don't you think that's eerie?"

"No way? Everyone knows that Chu Liuyue is a natural-born useless person. How could she have anything to do with the Treasure Pavilion? Half a carriage of herbs from the Treasure Pavilion... that must cost a fortune, right? Can she even afford it?"

"That's why I'm saying she's gone mad! The Treasure Pavilion has never engaged in loss-making business. Tell me, where on earth did she get the money? Could it be... given to her by the Crown Prince?"

"Ha! The Crown Prince hasn't mentioned Chu Liuyue once in all these years, why would he do such a thing? Who knows where that Chu Liuyue got her money from! Buying medicinal herbs... does she actually think she can turn herself from a useless person into a genius by relying on those herbs?"

"Hahahaha!"

The entire Imperial Capital was filled with mockery, waiting to see Chu Liuyue become a laughingstock.

...

The Crown Prince's Manor.

Inside the study, a man dressed in a deep purple brocade robe was reading the memorials on his desk.

He appeared to be in his early twenties, with sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, exceptionally handsome. His every movement carried a unique aura of nobility unique to those in high positions.

This man was none other than the highly esteemed Crown Prince of the Yaochen Kingdom—Rong Jin!

"Your Highness, it seems something has happened on the Chu family's side..."

The Crown Prince's personal guard, Song Yuan, spoke cautiously.

Rong Jin raised his eyes

"What could happen to the Chu family? Could it be Minmin—"

Seeing that Song Yuan's expression was not quite right, Rong Jin realized something and narrowed his eyes.

"Speak. What exactly happened?"

Song Yuan hurriedly gave a detailed account of the events involving Chu Liuyue and the Treasure Pavilion over the past two days.

"...This... I do not know where that Eldest Miss Chu obtained the silver to be able to afford so many medicinal herbs from the Treasure Pavilion..."

Those herbs were all delivered in jade boxes; it was impossible for anyone else to know what was inside.

But even so, one could figure out just by thinking that such a large quantity of items must be worth an enormous amount!

Rong Jin frowned, his tone somewhat impatient.

"What kind of nonsense is she playing at now?"

If it weren't for that marriage contract, how could he possibly care about that useless person from the Chu family?

All these years, Chu Liuyue was not only a disgrace to the Chu family, but also a stain he could not shake off! Just the thought of her made him feel disgusted!

Song Yuan said somewhat uncertainly

"Your Highness, although Chu Ning has fallen on hard times these years, he did have glory in the past, so it is not impossible that he has some savings... The key is, what are they going to do with so many medicinal herbs? Perhaps..."

"Hmph, nothing more than trying to see if she can solve her problem of being a natural-born useless person!"

There was still one month left until the engagement date of that contract; did she really still harbor delusions of turning the tide?!

"Ridiculous!"

Her original meridians were broken; no one in the entire Yaochen Kingdom could solve that. If they truly had a way, they wouldn't have fallen to this state all these years!

"She is not worth mentioning; she is merely a joke. This Palace will break the engagement with her sooner or later. Right now, the more important matter is... Rong Xiu is coming back?"

Mentioning Rong Xiu, Song Yuan's expression straightened, and he said in a low voice

"Yes. They will arrive in the Imperial Capital today. According to my investigation, the Seventh Prince has only brought two attendants this time, returning with a simple retinue."

Rong Jin let out a sneer.

"At least he knows his place."

Unlike the other princes, Rong Xiu was born with a weak constitution, so he had been taken to the Bright Moon Heavenly Mountain thousands of miles away to recuperate since childhood. In all these years, he had only returned twice.

The last time he returned was already three years ago.

Most people might not take this Seventh Prince to heart, and some might not even remember his existence, but Crown Prince Rong Jin did not think so.

He was very vigilant regarding Rong Xiu's return this time, even sending people to track him secretly early on.

"Have the subordinates keep a close eye on him. If there is any abnormality, report immediately!"

"Yes!"

Although Song Yuan did not know why the Crown Prince placed such importance on that weak Seventh Prince with no background, he responded immediately.

"By the way, Your Highness, a Grade Five magical beast has arrived at the hunting grounds recently. When would you like to go take a look?"

Rong Jin pondered for a moment, a dark light flashing in the depths of his eyes.

"In a while, it will be this Palace's birthday. This year's birthday banquet shall be held at the hunting grounds!"

"Yes!"

...

The Chu Family.

Half a carriage of precious medicinal herbs was delivered ostentatiously to the courtyard of Chu Liuyue and her father.

Chu Ning had not yet returned from his outing, so Chu Liuyue was moving the herbs into the room one by one by herself.

Soon, she noticed that outside the originally remote and quiet courtyard, there were many pairs of eyes peeking from the shadows.

Chu Liuyue remained very calm, acting as if she hadn't noticed, even occasionally opening the jade boxes to check the quality of the herbs.

The Treasure Pavilion was indeed very attentive to her; the items sent were of very good quality.

This would be very helpful for her to repair her original meridians.

Just then, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the courtyard, along with a man shouting harshly.

"Go! Catch Chu Liuyue for me!"

Chu Liuyue sneered in her heart—as expected, they've come!

Looking up, a group of people had already kicked open the courtyard gates and rushed in!

The man leading them had a ferocious face, followed by over a dozen strong men, looking as if they were looking for trouble.

Chu Liuyue narrowed her eyes and finally recognized this man.

Chu Liansheng.

This man was Chu Xianmin's confidant and one of the accomplices who had previously pushed the situation to cause the death of the original soul!

What a coincidence; she was just looking for him, and he had delivered himself to her door!

While they were speaking, two men had already lunged toward Chu Liuyue!

Chu Liuyue's gaze was as sharp as a blade as she shouted sternly

"Presumptuous! Who gave you the audacity to trespass here privately!"

Her questioning voice was powerful, immediately causing everyone present to freeze and instinctively stop in their tracks.

Chu Liansheng was also startled, but he quickly reacted and mocked

"Heh, Chu Liuyue, don't you know why we are here? Do you think you can afford the price of Treasure Pavilion's herbs? This money of yours must have come from an illegitimate source! I advise you to be honest, hand these things over obediently, and come with us. Otherwise, don't blame us for being unkind!"

Hearing this, Chu Liuyue looked around and set down the items in her hands.

"Oh? And what if I don't?"

Chu Liansheng was stunned, then sneered

"What right do you have to say no?"

He sized Chu Liuyue up from head to toe, his eyes full of contempt.

"A useless person who has lived off the Chu family for years is already an extreme disgrace! Now, you've even used some shady means to get money to buy these things! Chu Liuyue, you may have no shame, but our Chu family still does!"

Chu Liuyue stared at him fixedly, then walked forward.

It looked as if she intended to surrender.

Chu Liansheng became even more smug and gave a look to the people beside him.

"Hurry up and collect those things! These are all key pieces of evidence, you can't let even a single—"

*Slap!*

An extremely loud slapping sound rang out!

Inside and outside the courtyard, everything instantly fell into a dead silence!

Just now... Chu Liuyue actually slapped Chu Liansheng!?

Who didn't know he was the confidant of the Third Miss, Chu Xianmin? Usually, everyone gave him face; had Chu Liuyue lost her mind to actually dare hit him?

"You! You dare hit me!?"

Chu Liansheng was completely stunned. The stinging pain on his face instantly ignited his rage!

"You're tired of liv—"

As he spoke, he instinctively raised his hand to strike at Chu Liuyue!

However, his hand failed to descend; instead, his wrist was grabbed firmly by Chu Liuyue, and then she delivered a second slap with the back of her hand!

*Slap!*

This time, the blow sent Chu Liansheng straight into a mouthful of blood!

(End of Chapter)