Coming to the Rescue

"Go and debate before the Emperor?" The Grand Princess's eyes flashed with mockery. "Second son of the Gu family, you've been dreaming of showing off in front of the Emperor, haven't you! Do you think I'd let you use me as a stepping stone today? Your elder brother is so outstanding, and your father, a man so adept at judging situations, was afraid of you showing your talent, which is why he arranged for you to marry a princess—in reality, he abandoned you. Now, what are you being so arrogant about in front of me!"

Gu Wanning was furious when she heard this.

Don't hit someone in the face.

That old bastard, he's always stabbing my second brother in the heart.

In the past, she might have hesitated before deciding whether to participate.

But her second brother's all-out defense of her today made her defend him without hesitation.

"My father and brothers are not outstanding, so why would the princess covet our family's Death-Exemption Gold Plaque? My father planned ahead, and now my second brother and sister-in-law are deeply in love. What's wrong with that? It's you, Princess, who should really think about how to write the phrase 'merit overshadows the ruler'!"

If you criticize me and I don't retaliate, I'll be seething with anger.

"Insolence! No one dares to speak to me like that! Guards, guards..."

Although the Grand Princess had been calling for so long, no one actually stepped forward.

The reason is simple: those around the Grand Princess had witnessed Xu Weibei's outbursts.

Everyone, even those who hadn't witnessed it firsthand, had heard about the mess Xu Weibei had made with the Grand Princess because of Gu Wanning.

Pretending to be deaf and dumb might get you punished, but if you offend the Marquis, then... no, there will be no future at all.

"Grandmother is not well, please don't lose your temper like that." Xu Weibei rushed over.

Because he hadn't managed to get close to Gu Anwei today, he was still unwilling to give up and wanted to invite Gu Anwei out to dinner. As it happened, he ran into his Fourth Concubine, who was there to call for help, so he rushed over almost immediately.

"You've come at the right time. Look at them, they're all turning against each other!"

Xu Weibei ignored her outburst and didn't even look at Xie Yun beside her. Instead, he walked to Gu Wanning's side and asked, "Are you alright?"

"It's alright." Gu Wanning silently breathed a sigh of relief for the four concubines.

Now that Xu Weibei is here, they won't suffer any losses.

They're all such idiots, what are they doing jumping out like that!

At this moment, Xie Yun bowed respectfully to Xu Weibei, saying, "Greetings to the Marquis."

Xu Weibei ignored her completely, not even glancing at her.

Xie Yun's face flushed slightly, and he gritted his teeth as he spoke—

Chapter 170 Saving the Day

"My Marquis, I'm afraid my presence by the princess's side today may have caused... Miss Gu to misunderstand."

Gu Wanning:???

You mean me?

It seems that he's the only girl in the house with the surname Gu.

What did she misunderstand?

How come she didn't know?

Xu Weibei frowned deeply. "I didn't ask you any questions."

I don't know where this maid came from, she's so clueless.

"Xu Weibei, how dare you speak like that!" The Grand Princess scolded Xu Weibei when she saw Xie Yun's face turn red. "Ah Yun is gentle and considerate; she comes to keep me company whenever she has time..."

"What is Grandmother doing here?" Xu Weibei's expression remained unchanged.

He wasn't stupid; he knew what his grandmother's intentions were.

But he had already made up his mind that this time, he would absolutely not let his grandmother control him.

"If you don't accompany me, do I need your permission to go out for a walk or visit someone?"

"Grandmother, let's talk about this when we get back." Xu Weibei's attitude was assertive.

Nobody's stupid. Grandmother clearly harbors resentment towards Gu Wanning because of the divorce, so she's deliberately coming to cause trouble.

He was both angry and embarrassed.

Gu Wanning didn't care about him at all; he wasn't in her heart.

Now, her grandmother was trying to provoke her with other women, Xu Weibei felt was humiliating, as if she had been slapped hard across the face.

He hadn't expected his grandmother to help him, but he hadn't expected her to be such a hindrance.

Gu Anwei, her voice cold, "My younger sister is not worthy of you, Marquis, but since we are parting ways, let each of us find our own happiness. I urge Marquis, Marquis, to restrain your family and not cause my sister any trouble."

Princess Qingyi became a little nervous upon hearing this and wanted to tug at his sleeve to remind him not to anger the Grand Princess, but in the end she didn't move.

It's only natural for a husband to protect his younger sister.

He is that kind of responsible man.

Gu Wanning looked at Xu Weibei and felt a little soft-hearted.

They can't be husband and wife, but they can still be friends. After all, they never had romantic love, so there's no irreversible relationship between them.

What can Xu Weibei do about today's situation?

Having such a domineering grandmother is his misfortune.

"There might indeed be some misunderstanding, Second Brother," she chuckled. "If there's nothing else, I'll head back now and visit you and your wife another day. My Marquis, I invited them out today, so please don't be Marquis on them, or I won't feel at ease."

Xu Weibei nodded. "You go back first. Don't worry, I will... protect them."

I will protect them for you.

They are all your precious treasures, but I am the only one you have discarded like trash.

It's all a story of hardship and tears.

"Grandmother, I'll take you back."

Xie Yun had tears in her eyes, but she acted as if she cared about the big picture and helped Xu Weibei persuade the Grand Princess to leave.

Having gained a way out, the Grand Princess stood up and said, "Xu Weibei, open your eyes wide and see how vast the difference is between people!"

Only those who catch my eye are considered human; those who don't, I simply don't see.

The Grand Princess pointed her finger angrily and said, "Fine, fine, you won't stop until you've angered me, will you?"

"Princess, please calm down," Xie Yun gently advised. "The Marquis only meant to keep you from getting angry. Let's talk about it when we get back."

After speaking, she looked at Xu Weibei, her attitude appearing extremely sincere, "Today's events were all caused by me. Miss Gu may have misunderstood my relationship with the Marquis, and in the heat of the moment, she clashed with the princess..."