Chapter 158: Does the Prince Intend to Usurp the Heir?

The Second Prince was not yet close when General Fu's tall stature obstructed his entire line of sight, making it impossible for him to see Murong Jiu.

Murong Jiu quietly curved the corner of her lips upward, gazing at the broad back of her father and feeling extremely reassured.

He, like Jun Yuyan, was someone who could bring her a sense of security.

"General Fu, I merely wish to exchange a few words with the Imperial Sister-in-Law. If you prefer not to step aside, that's fine as well. It's nothing that cannot be heard," the Second Prince said.

General Fu's expression remained icy. "Ah Jiu has been quite scared today and fears she cannot converse with the Second Prince."

The Second Prince did not expect General Fu to deny him a chance to speak; already feeling gloomy, he lowered his voice so that only the three of them could hear and said to Murong Jiu,