si-mexico Chapter 148 Does Prince Su want the child in Chu Nan's womb?
Chapter 148 Does Prince Su want the child in Chu Nan's womb?
This makeshift stage is clearly an attempt to divert trouble elsewhere.
Chu Ruohan gently shook her head, a hint of regret in her eyes. "If I really wanted to instruct Qiu Xiang, how could I have been so careless as to leave this purse embroidered with my name as leverage?"
"Isn't this courting death?" Chu Ruohan paused here, "If I remember correctly, this purse was a gift I gave to my third sister before I got married, wasn't it?"
After Chu Ruohan finished speaking, she stood quietly in place, her gaze calmly meeting everyone's scrutiny. She was the one who had been innocently wronged.
"This matter has caused quite a stir, and there's no proof. Everyone has their own version of events, and no one can convince anyone else. Since that's the case, why don't we wait until the child is born and then do a blood test to determine paternity? The truth will then come to light."
King Su and Chu Nanxin said at the same time, "We cannot use blood to test kinship."
Gu Chengyan's gaze was like a poisoned blade, cutting back and forth between Chu Nanxin and Prince Su. The doubts in his heart grew thicker and thicker, and the anger burned fiercely in his chest.
"You two are quite in sync, opposing it in such unison."
Gu Chengyan's voice was deep and cold, carrying a chilling edge, "Your Highness Prince Su, as a member of the royal family, why are you meddling in the family affairs of your subjects for no reason? What is your intention?"
"And you, Chu Nanxin!" He turned around abruptly, his finger almost poking Chu Nanxin's nose. "If you have nothing to hide, why are you afraid to undergo a blood test to determine paternity? Is it really as Qiu Xiang said, that this child isn't mine at all?"
Marquis Anyang coughed heavily. "How can Chengyan speak like this? His Highness Prince Su is of noble status, and he must have had his reasons for speaking. You must not be so rude."
Gu Chengyan clenched his teeth, his chest heaving violently. Although his heart was filled with resentment and anger, he still reluctantly bowed to Prince Su and said in a muffled voice, "Your Highness, I was rash. I hope Your Highness will forgive me."
Prince Su waved his hand, his expression remaining calm, though a barely perceptible hint of guilt flashed in his eyes. "Lord Gu, you flatter me. I understand your feelings at this moment. However, this matter of blood kinship testing cannot be taken lightly."
"The child is not even born yet, and may be harmed because of these rumors that may not be true or false. It is really innocent."
Chu Nanxin's eyes were filled with tears, her body trembling slightly. She looked at Gu Chengyan with a pitiful expression and said, "The child in my womb is indeed your flesh and blood. How could I betray you?"
"Blood paternity testing is extremely harmful to children, and as a mother, I simply cannot bear to do it. Please believe me and don't let your child suffer this undeserved misfortune."
Chu Ruohan stood to the side, a mocking smile curving her lips. She really was eloquent.
However, she really couldn't see through this Prince Su. It seemed that there was some secret between Chu Nanxin and Prince Su that she didn't know about.
At that time, Song Ruyan was only focused on following Aunt Fang and didn't notice Chu Nanxin's fleeting affair with Prince Su...
Yu Ling quietly walked up behind Chu Ruohan, lowering her voice so that only the two of them could hear. "Young Madam..."
Chu Ruohan frowned. Had she overlooked this person?
Nice.
Chu Ruohan handed the beggar she had rescued from the dilapidated temple to Song Ruyan, asking her to bring the witness over later.
Unexpectedly, as he turned the corner, he bumped into a maid.
A cold glint flashed from the maid's sleeve, and a sharp dagger pierced straight into the man's abdomen.
Song Ruyan fought with her, but she escaped.
I was so careless...
Without witnesses, and with Chu Nanxin vehemently denying the allegations, and with Prince Su protecting her, it seems impossible to bring her to justice today.
In the end, it was Marquis Anyang who spoke up, taking Chu Nanxin away to be kept under guard until the child was born and a blood test was performed to verify paternity.
But what he really thought was that Chu Nanxin couldn't stay...
That evening, Prince Su approached Gu Chengyan once again.
"Your Highness Prince Su, what brings you here so late?" Gu Chengyan stood up, bowed slightly, and spoke with a hint of weariness in his voice.
Prince Su waved his hand, indicating that Gu Chengyan did not need to be so polite.
He walked to the desk, picked up the teapot, poured himself a cup of tea, and then slowly sat down, looking calmly at Gu Chengyan.
"I have come to you late tonight because I have something important to discuss with you."
Gu Chengyan's heart stirred, and he vaguely guessed the purpose of Prince Su's visit.
He sat back down in his chair, his eyes fixed on Prince Su, waiting for him to say something next.
Prince Su took a small sip of tea, set down the cup, and his expression turned serious. "I know you are filled with doubt and anger towards Chu Nanxin right now, and I also know that regardless of the truth, Chu Nanxin is doomed."
"However, I hope that you will spare the life of Chu Nan's beloved child for my sake."
Upon hearing this, Gu Chengyan's face instantly turned gloomy.
He stood up abruptly, slammed his hands on the table, and glared angrily at Prince Su. "Your Highness, what do you mean by this? That child is very likely a bastard, irrefutable proof of Chu Nanxin's betrayal of me. How can you expect me to spare his life?"
Prince Su was not angry. He looked at Gu Chengyan calmly and said slowly, "Young Master Gu, please don't get agitated. Let me finish what I have to say. Whether that child is yours or not is still undecided."
Even if he isn't your child, he's still an innocent life. Why are you so heartless?
Gu Chengyan snorted coldly and said disdainfully, "Innocent? His very existence is an insult to me, Gu Chengyan, and a disgrace to the Marquis's mansion. How can I tolerate such a disgrace?"
Prince Su shook his head slightly, a hint of pity in his eyes.
“Young Master Gu only sees the humiliation before his eyes, but not the long-term benefits. I have come here today with sincerity to make a deal with you.”
"As long as you agree to spare the child's life, on the day I ascend the throne, the Marquis of Anyang's mansion will become the Duke of Anyang's mansion, and you, Gu Chengyan, will also become a Duke, enjoying wealth and honor."
Gu Chengyan was shocked; he hadn't expected the Prince of Su to offer such tempting terms.
Becoming a Duke is something many people dream of; how could he not be tempted?
However, the thought of Chu Nanxin's possible betrayal reignited his anger.
“Your Highness, your offer is indeed very tempting, but I cannot forget my dignity and the honor of my family for the sake of temporary gains,” Gu Chengyan said through gritted teeth.
Prince Su sighed softly, stood up, walked to Gu Chengyan's side, and patted him on the shoulder.
"Young Master Gu is a smart man and should know how to weigh the pros and cons. I hope you will carefully consider what I have to say today. This not only concerns your personal future but also the future of the entire Marquis's mansion."
After speaking, Prince Su turned and walked towards the door. Reaching the door, he suddenly stopped, turned back to look at Gu Chengyan, and said, "I will give you three days to consider. After three days, I will return to hear your reply. I hope you will not disappoint me."