Chapter 131 Rabbit
Chapter 131 Rabbit
"Peony, I failed to protect you yesterday."
Gu Jiaorong lowered her eyes and didn't say much. She just thought to herself that when she returned from the hunting ground, she must appreciate the peonies. She couldn't do much, so she could only compensate financially.
As for Pei Yunzhao, they will have plenty of opportunities to settle accounts in the future.
Although Gu Jiaorong has always been lazy and doesn't like to use her brain, it doesn't mean that she is really stupid. She had already understood everything yesterday, and she will naturally climb higher in the future.
If Pei Yunzhao fell into her hands, she would repay double the humiliation she suffered yesterday.
"Auntie, how can I blame you for what happened yesterday? If anyone should be blamed, it should be those who are looking for trouble. I am willing to take this slap in exchange for your safety."
Although Shaoyao was also angry, she was angry at Pei Yunzhao, who stopped their aunt from saying such nonsense for no reason.
Everyone in the capital knew how much the prince loved his concubine, especially since the concubine was pregnant with the prince's child.
Although Chu Fenghua was in the corner, he had been listening to their conversation. When he heard Shaoyao say this, he repeatedly expressed his affirmation.
"Auntie Gu, Miss Shaoyao is right. Luckily, you only received a slap. Although you are three months pregnant now, you are still pregnant and more vulnerable. It is better to be cautious and not worry about this matter anymore, so as not to disturb the fetus. If something happens to the child, it will not just be one or two people who will be sad. The whole palace will be sad too."
After all, Pei Xu's confidants were all looking forward to the birth of the young master.
Gu Jiaorong knew that he was right, and even though she wanted to say something, she swallowed it back.
"I understand, Divine Doctor Chu."
Gu Jiaorong nodded and didn't mention what happened yesterday anymore.
Shaoyao also poured her a cup of warm water to help her calm down, and then talked about some gossip to cheer her up.
But Gu Jiaorong still had one thing in her mind: she felt she was too weak.
It is far from enough to just win over Gu Sidao, as the other party's attitude is still unclear.
Gu Jiaorong knew that she needed to do more.
"I'm afraid the prince will be tied up for the next two days. Doctor Chu might find it boring to stay with me in the tent. How about Doctor Chu go hunting with the prince tomorrow?"
Gu Jiaorong pondered for a while and then spoke.
Pei Xu's confidants are now guarding outside the tent. Even if someone comes to assassinate her, they will not succeed. As long as she doesn't go out, she will be safe.
It would be a waste of Chu Fenghua's talent if he stayed here, and there were too many uncontrollable factors on Pei Xu's side.
"I don't find it boring, and the prince has the ability to protect himself and knows his limits. It's better for me to stay with my aunt. My aunt is the apple of his eye. If anything happens to her, the prince will probably be in a state of panic."
Chu Fenghua, an outsider, could see it clearly, but his clear vision also meant that others could see it too.
Now I'm afraid everyone knows that Gu Jiaorong is different in Pei Xu's heart.
However, Pei Xu is the most difficult to deal with. As long as Pei Xu dies a woman, what is there to be afraid of?
Therefore, their attention is still focused on Pei Xu.
"What you said makes sense. I'll discuss it with the prince when he comes back."
Gu Jiaorong rubbed her temples, feeling that they were too passive now.
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When Pei Xu came back, he was holding a rabbit in his hand.
Gu Jiaorong's attention was immediately attracted, and a hint of imperceptible surprise flashed in her eyes.
"Your Majesty, where did this rabbit come from?"
When Pei Xu saw her like this, he knew that she liked him.
"I thought you were bored in this tent, so I caught a rabbit to keep you company. Do you like it?"
Pei Xu is rarely so attentive, how could Gu Jiaorong not like him?
She took the rabbit, held it in her arms, and nodded repeatedly.
"I naturally like that Your Highness is so thoughtful. To capture this rabbit alive, Your Highness must have put a lot of thought into it."
Gu Jiaorong's eyes curved and the smile on her face became more obvious.
Pei Xu didn't think it was a big deal. For him, the autumn hunt wasn't an occasion where he needed to show off, but rather one where he needed to be careful. Now that Gu Jiaorong had braved the danger to accompany him, he naturally had to take care of her emotions.
"It wasn't something I put much thought into. We just happened to meet."
Pei Xu curled his lips and said lightly that he would never tell Gu Jiaorong about his efforts to take credit for them.
Gu Jiaorong stroked the fluffy rabbit, but her eyes were looking at Pei Xu.
Chu Fenghua and the others had already left the tent when Pei Xu came back, and now there were only the two of them in the tent.
Pei Xu was looked at by her like this, and an idea came to his mind, so he strode up to her.
The red lips in front of her were grabbed by him, and the air in her mouth was also plundered. The corners of Gu Jiaorong's eyes turned red quietly, but there was a rabbit in her arms, and she had to distract herself to protect the rabbit.
Fortunately, Pei Xu didn't want to do anything and quickly let her go.
"Rong'er, it's great to see you as soon as I get back."
Even though Pei Xu left his confidant here to protect her, he was still worried about her safety. It was not until he saw her that his heart was truly at peace.
"I am also happy that the prince has returned safely."
Gu Jiaorong's lips were flushed red as she responded softly.
"Your Highness, I want Divine Doctor Chu to go out with you. I'm always feeling uneasy."
She started talking about business. If Pei Xu hadn't brought the rabbit back, she would have talked about this the first time she saw Pei Xu.
"Isn't it good for Chu Fenghua to stay here with you? I can rest assured too."
Pei Xu raised his hand and touched her delicate cheek with his fingertips, his tone very gentle.
If Chu Fenghua had not stayed here to protect Gu Jiaorong, he would not have been able to leave with peace of mind at all.
Chu Fenghua may seem like a weak doctor, but he has many ways to save his life.
But he didn't tell Gu Jiaorong this.
"It would be best for Divine Doctor Chu to stay here, but I won't leave the tent, so I'm perfectly safe. But Your Highness... so I want him to stay with you, so he can keep you safe."
Gu Jiaorong knew very well that her greatest support now was Pei Xu, so Pei Xu must not be in any harm.
If Pei Xu died, she would really become a plaything of the powerful.
She and Pei Xu will never be able to untie each other.
"You don't have to worry about me. I'm with so many people and I have weapons in my hands. Even wild beasts can't hurt me. But you are pregnant now. Any bumps or scratches will be a big deal. I can only feel at ease when Chu Fenghua is here."
Pei Xu knew that she was worried about him, and he was extremely happy.
"This matter is settled. Leave Chu Fenghua to protect you, and I will be careful when I go out."
Pei Xu didn't want to die at all now. Even if they died together, he felt that he was at a disadvantage.
Now he just wants to live, live a long life, and be with his lover.
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