Chapter 1242: Chapter 1239: Suspicion

If it weren’t for him, it’s unlikely that the supplies would have arrived so promptly, or that a city could have been reclaimed, sparing the people some suffering.

Chu Heng would no longer be the subject of ridicule, instead, students everywhere used his name, writing various articles.

He was not mocked.

“The battle report did not mention the master, but both the King of Huainan and His Majesty made it clear that they would find the master to ensure his safety.”

Seeing that the Emperor Xuanming took action, Ye Muyu’s heart eased slightly.

Her complexion looked better.

Meanwhile, in the backyard of the Liu family.

Madam Tang was in high spirits just a moment ago, getting dolled up and even donning her most extravagant peony hair accessory, eagerly awaiting news of Chu Heng’s misfortune.

With Duke Zheng taking action, he certainly wouldn’t let him return alive.

Her slender fingers curled slightly, her eyes full of triumph. Chu Heng had only himself to blame for being so ruthless and lacking foresight.

But her joy did not last long.

She was summoned to the study by Duke Zheng.

Having been confined and unable to leave the house, Madam Tang naturally couldn’t immediately hear the news from outside the mansion.

Upon entering the study and seeing Duke Zheng’s grim face, her heart skipped a beat.

“My lord.”

“I heard that a few days ago, beauty went out to the Chu family’s residence?” Duke Zheng tapped his fingers lightly on the desk surface. His tone was calm, yet to Madam Tang, it felt ominously unsettling.

She instinctively explained, “My lord, I did visit the Chu family, but it was only to take pleasure in Madam Chu’s misfortune. You know that the lady and I have a feud as deep as life and death; naturally, I couldn’t miss an opportunity to kick her when she was down.”

In the past, Madam Tang had considered feigning the weak and innocent white lotus in front of Duke Zheng, but her skills were not up to par, and Duke Zheng saw through her lies in just a few words.

She hadn’t yet been taken into Duke Zheng’s household when she personally witnessed the miserable fate of those who had betrayed him. Scared and chilled to the bone, she also regretted provoking Duke Zheng.

Yet, once he noticed her, she was taken as a concubine and began living the good life. She forced down any feelings of regret and focused all her attention on Chu Heng’s and Ye Muyu’s marriage. As long as the couple was miserable, she felt deep satisfaction.

Unexpectedly, today, Duke Zheng’s questions echoed the warnings Ye Muyu had once given her, starting to suspect her involvement.

“My lord, have I caused you any trouble?” Madam Tang immediately apologized proactively, although she wasn’t certain what had happened, it didn’t stop her from understanding the importance of showing loyalty.

Duke Zheng squinted at her, silent for a long time.

In his mind, he harbored doubts; Madam Tang had visited the Chu family twice.

The first time was before Chu Heng was promoted.

This time, it was after Chu Heng’s accomplishment.

This coincidence was enough to arouse his suspicions.

“Do you still remember who your true master is?” the look Duke Zheng gave her was quite threatening.

Madam Tang’s heart lurched, and she knelt down abruptly, “My lord, I am forever loyal to you.”

“Actually, I’m curious about your grudge with the Chu family — is it truly a matter of life and death?” Duke Zheng’s expression did not soften, but was suggestive, “Or perhaps, are you collaborating with the Chu family to put on a show for me?”

Being accustomed to holding power and control, Duke Zheng now faced two exceptions: Madam Tang, who could dream of the future, and Chu Heng, who, despite deliberate targeting, not only avoided ruin but also rose in stature.

And these two were enemies. His paranoia flared, leading him to suspect there was something between them.

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