C105 (2/2)

”Huai Wang and Xiao Su?”

Lu Jinsheng raised his eyebrows. Pei Yu sighed, ”This is not the first time that His Highness the Crown Prince has taken action. Just like the Crown Prince's heart... ”It is not broad enough. He will retaliate against anyone who could threaten him. Jin, you have offended him today, so you must be careful in the future.”

It was already a euphemism for not being broad enough. He had become narrow-minded by not choosing his words in the streets. Even if he was just a prince, he should know how important it was to maintain his image among the commoners.

It was evident how lacking Xiao Yi's tolerance and shrewdness was.

Lu JinNian nodded to thank for the reminder and asked, ”With Duke Huai's appearance, how could he threaten the crown prince?”

”Father and I also told the Crown Prince that Duke Huai's health is very weak, and that the feudal fiefdom is far away in the Wei Prefecture and far away from the imperial court. However, the Crown Prince meant that it is not impossible that His Majesty favours Duke Huai.” Pei Yu laughed, ”What do you think of the Crown Prince's methods?”

”Pediatrics.” Lu JinNian commented bluntly.

Was it because he felt that no one else would be able to find out if he disguised himself as a thug? Or was it because no one dared to retaliate once they found out?

I'm sorry, Xiao Su is her friend. Xiao Su might be able to bear it, but since she met her, she won't.

”Speaking of which, doesn't Brother Yu have anything to do with letting the crown prince off the hook today?” Although he didn't know what the crown prince was doing, he was afraid that something bad was about to happen.

Pei Yu didn't answer him directly, ”I've received the transfer order today. From tomorrow onwards, I will assume the post of Procurator of the Residence of Beijing Magnificent.”

”You want to break off all relations with the crown prince? The Prime Minister thinks so too? ” Lu JinNian rubbed his chin. The Crown Prince was like that. If he did not have the support of the Prime Minister and the others, he would not be far from being crippled.

Pei Yu withdrew his gaze, ”It's my own decision. Father has already agreed.”

However, with his relationship with the crown prince, even if he took the initiative to distance himself from the crown prince, he would still be considered as a part of the crown prince's faction. If necessary, he would still stand up for the crown prince and speak up for him.

In terms of character, Pei Yu was a good friend, but in some ways, they had no choice but to oppose each other.

Not long after, the waiter brought in the snacks and fruit wine. Lu Jinniang poured two cups, raised his own wine glass and said to Pei Yu, ”Anyways, congratulations on your promotion. Don't forget your old friend even though you're going to be successful in the future.”

Pei Yu laughed and replied, ”Definitely not.”

”...”

When Pei Yu waved goodbye to him after having eaten his fill, it was already deep into the twilight. As the lanterns were lit, the streets of Zhengyang Street were bustling with people. Many people turned to look at the white-haired Sui Xiong beside Lu JinNian.

Ye Xiong seemed to be used to this kind of gaze, but he still remained calm. He didn't even turn his head to look at her from the corner of his eyes.

Even if Ye Xiong didn't care, Lu JinNian didn't care at all. However, they didn't care, as someone would always jump out to cause trouble.

He heard a surprised yet pretentious female voice cry out, ”Sister? Sister! How can you hug a stranger's shoulder in public!? If word of this gets out, what will others say about the upbringing of our General's Estate? ”

He had always been walking shoulder to shoulder with Lu Jin Nian, and furthermore, when Lu Jin Nian walked with Pei Yu, he did not deliberately pull away from him, but rather, he was older and considered Lu Jin Nian's elder, so he did not pay much attention to this issue.