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He always felt that Gong Yueshuang was too cunning, not a good friend!

But now, he was relieved by Gong Yueshuang...

Although Chu Tian had an extreme personality, he wasn't a bad person at heart. He expressed his gratitude to Gong Yueshuang and said, "Thank you, Gong, for helping me out."

A faint smile appeared on Gong Yueshuang's face as she replied, "You don't have to be polite, Mr. Chu. Since you're all friends of Su Weiran, I couldn't just stand by and let you be humiliated."

However, she unintentionally revealed a hint of doubt, as if she wondered why Chu Tian was present there.

Chu Tian also noticed this and his heart grew sadder.

It seemed that Su Weiran hadn't informed Vientiane Building.

Otherwise, how could Gong Yueshuang, a close friend of Su Weiran, not be aware of it?

Chu Tian became suspicious and increasingly uncomfortable. He couldn't help but ask, "Did Wei Ran inform Wanxiang Tower that I would be coming?"

Gong Yueshuang fell silent for a moment and reluctantly said, "There might have been some mistake on Vientiane Tower's part..."

Although her words suggested that Gong Yueshuang had indeed informed them, the expression on her face made Chu Tian believe that it was Su Weiran who hadn't given the heads-up.

Gong Yueshuang was merely defending her close friend!

Chu Tian's heart ached...

He asked in a low voice, "Where is Wei Ran now?"

Gong Yueshuang whispered, "Wei Ran is currently at Chu Xu's place, paying a visit to this young master of the Houfu."

"What!?"

Chu Tian suddenly looked up, his eyes widened, and disbelief filled his heart.

Then, a sense of betrayal, mania, and anger surged within him!

To think she would visit Chu Xu, knowing that he is my enemy!?

Gong Yueshuang glanced at Chu Tian's pained expression, her eyes flashing with sarcasm and disdain.

When Chu Xu approached her, she almost agreed without hesitation in that instant.

As a member of the declining palace clan, Gong Yueshuang felt extremely anxious about it. If the palace clan declined, her own status would be diminished as well.

This was something Gong Yueshuang, accustomed to wealth and luxury, couldn't bear.

She and Su Weiran were close friends, and she had no intention of using the power of the Su family for personal gain.

However, the Su family was much weaker compared to the Sushenhou Mansion. Furthermore, the eldest son of the mansion was the only child of the princess and the nephew of Emperor Zhou himself!

He was a true noble.

If she could establish a connection with Chu Xu, she could use this opportunity to let the palace clan align with this powerful figure. The palace clan could rise again, perhaps even more splendidly than before!

And she... might even have the chance to enter the gates of Sushenhou Mansion...

Gong Yueshuang sneered inwardly, devoid of any mercy, as she observed Chu Tian's pained expression.

A person with crippled meridians, yet he still dares to contend with the noble sons of the world?

Such wishful thinking!

A cripple aspiring to win Su Weiran's heart?

Like a toad wanting to eat swan meat!

...

Outside the hall, on a terrace, Chu Xu and Su Weiran sat facing each other.

Although he had heard of Su Weiran's renowned beauty, seeing her in person made him truly appreciate her stunning

appearance.

However, his gaze held no malicious intent, only genuine admiration.

It was as if he beheld a beautiful sacred flower—one that Chu Xu would certainly praise for its beauty.

But if necessary, he wouldn't hesitate to pluck the flower...

Su Weiran also scrutinized Chu Xu carefully. Due to her relationship with Chu Tian, she harbored no affection for Chu Xu in her heart.

Yet Chu Xu's composed eyes made her reconsider.

Over the years, she had encountered many young elites who seemed virtuous on the surface but possessed eyes full of lust when looking at her.

However, they dared not reveal their true intentions due to her status.

But Chu Xu's demeanor set him apart from the other hypocrites...

Chu Xu smiled and remarked, "Su, although we both reside in the imperial capital, it seems today is our first meeting."

Su Weiran smiled in response, saying, "The noble young master possesses profound wisdom, leaving others envious."

This was indeed true.

Although Su Weiran and Chu Xu were both prestigious sons of influential families, Chu Xu's bloodline was far more noble than hers. Emperor Zhou held a considerable fondness for his nephew. Chu Xu was frequently summoned to the palace to demonstrate his cultivation skills and had unrestricted access to it.

He even had his own palace within the imperial grounds!

Hence, while they were aware of each other's existence, this was their first actual meeting...

In truth, Su Weiran had come here merely to pay her respects and adhere to the family's rules and etiquette.

She had no intention of engaging in deep conversation with Chu Xu.

However, as they conversed, Su Weiran was surprised to discover that she got along well with Chu Xu!

Chu Xu's viewpoints on court affairs pointed out the current shortcomings, which coincided with her own opinions.

Moreover, Chu Xu's manner of speaking was exceptional. It was evident that he possessed wisdom and had delved deep into the mystical arts of Taoism. He even shared a few enlightening words that resonated with Su Weiran.

Furthermore, his politeness and gentleness made a favorable impression.

And it must be said that Chu Xu's exceptional appearance added to his charm significantly.