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On the surface, Xia Yuhan casually observed the pedestrians passing by outside the carriage, but inside, her heart was tumultuous like raging waves.
Although there was a mysterious person secretly plotting for her, Xia Yuhan did not intend to adopt the strategies of the black-clad individuals.
The sudden thought arose because she truly could not fathom what it was about her that warranted such generous attention from the mysterious person, who seemed so invested in her affairs.
If she lost her leverage in dealing with the black-clad individuals and followed their plans step by step, while she might escape death this time, she would surely fall into the clutches of the mysterious person in the future, likely enduring tortures worse than death...
Better to be shattered like jade than to remain whole like a tile!
Even if Xia Yuhan were to die, she would not become a puppet in the hands of the powerful!
With this thought, Xia Yuhan's scattered gaze became increasingly resolute, and her entire demeanor underwent a transformation from within.
Jiang Tingyu looked at Xia Yuhan and felt increasingly dazed; despite being isolated and helpless, her eyes were filled with stubborn defiance.
Listening to the growing commotion outside the carriage, he knew that once they passed through this bustling market, they would reach the gates of the palace: "Miss Xia, after we pass this market, we will arrive at the palace. I wonder what will happen next. I believe that a person of integrity will clear their name; if no one restores your honor, I..."
Before Jiang Tingyu could finish his sentence, Xia Yuhan quickly turned around and knelt before him to stop him from continuing.
"Commoner Xia Yuhan thanks Lord Jiang! However, this rumor is as fierce as a tide; Yu Han hopes that Lord Jiang need not wade into this murky water. If there are still those who secretly wish to assist you in helping Yu Han this time, then it is unnecessary!"
In her words and actions, Xia Yuhan revealed her extraordinary demeanor and meticulous thoughts.
The reason she refused so decisively was that she did not want to accept any further assistance from him!
Because someone like Jiang Tingyu, who held great power and looked like a living deity, was someone she could not cling to even if she wanted to!
Although she had previously used his name to win back the first battle for Xia Manor, the nature of that situation was different.
Previously, when she mentioned the name Jiang Tingyu, others could only be half-convinced and did not necessarily believe that Jiang Tingyu had any connection with her.
Jiang Tingyu had already publicly stood by her side once, and although the rumors had subsided somewhat, there were still people who maliciously speculated about their relationship in private.
However, if Jiang Tingyu were to help her again this time, the nature of the situation would be completely different!
Especially after the "adulterer" came to light, the rumors about her intensified beyond measure. The public would not accuse Jiang Tingyu of favoring Xia Yuhan; they would only insult her, Xia Yuhan, calling her a "seductive vixen! How dare she seduce any man?"
People would privately compare her to Jiang Tingyu, and those who regarded Jiang Tingyu as their male idol would mock her even more sarcastically.
This was not because Xia Yuhan was afraid; she was indeed fearful of the rampant rumors!
At this moment, she suddenly did not want her name to be associated with Jiang Tingyu's. What she feared was any future connection with this man.
Standing next to him was like being on different planes.
He received the admiration of thousands, while she endured the harshness of the world...
She simply did not want others to compare her to anyone else because her pride and ambition were stronger than anyone else's!
Jiang Tingyu sensed the cold aura radiating from Xia Yuhan and nodded with a faint smile: "Miss Xia's intentions are understood. However, across the nation, those in power have requested me, Jiang Tingyu, many times. It is no small effort to refuse them actively; you are the only one who has done so, Miss Xia. Hmph~~"
Xia Yuhan still replied respectfully, but her words carried a sense of distance: "Lord Jiang's sincere efforts for the people will be remembered by good citizens. Even if good citizens suffer injustice, they will remember Lord Jiang's first act of assistance!"
Here, she categorized herself among the "common people" and regarded herself as a "good citizen," avoiding awkwardness in conversation while clearly stating that she was indeed innocent.
Then she emphasized that "even if good citizens suffer injustice, they will remember Lord Jiang's first act of assistance!" intending to strongly convey that she did not need Jiang Tingyu's help; even if she had to fight alone, so what? If she lost, it would just mean death!
At this point, Jiang Tingyu could only describe Xia Yuhan with the word "tragic."
Is she really unwilling to accept his help, even if it means death?
He never expected that by reaching out to help her, he would bring her such a heavy burden.
Xia Yuhan saw Jiang Tingyu's eyelids half-closed, seemingly lost in thought or perhaps angry, and quickly explained, "Lord Jiang, this time entering the palace, Yu Han did not accept anyone's help because no one would step forward to assist Yu Han at this moment... except for Lord Jiang, of course."
Jiang Tingyu's eyes sparkled as he slightly raised his gaze to meet Xia Yuhan's eyes: "Jiang Tingyu will not be angry. Just because I encounter unfair situations does not mean I will always lend a helping hand!"
Without giving Xia Yuhan any chance for doubt, Jiang Tingyu continued, "Since birth, Jiang Tingyu has lost both parents and has been left at the Literary Style Academy. During my free time, I often sneaked away from adults to read books and secretly listened to the Gentlemen's lectures. Life was quite carefree."
"However, there was an incident where books were stolen from the academy library. No one knew who did it, but when they discovered that I had been sleeping in the library that night, they all pinned the blame on me. Subsequently, I was expelled from the Literary Style Academy! That happened when I was ten years old!"
After hearing this, Xia Yuhan felt an inexplicable pain in her chest. It turned out that he was not born noble; rather, he had tasted the bitterness of life from birth. At ten years old, he was wrongfully accused and forced out of the Literary Style Academy, leaving him homeless...
Jiang Tingyu noticed that the coldness in Xia Yuhan's eyes gradually dissipated, replaced by a hint of moisture at the corners of her eyes. He smiled gently: "That day at Chastity Arch, when Jiang Tingyu saw Miss Xia's eyes filled with injustice yet unwavering determination, it reminded me of being expelled from the Literary Style Academy at ten years old. That is why I resolutely stepped in to help!"
"Originally, when I saw a group of people bullying Miss Xia and was about to intervene, I didn't expect Miss Xia to fight back. This shows that although Miss Xia is a woman, she is no less than any man! At ten years old, Jiang Tingyu did not resist and left the Literary Style Academy wronged. Looking back now, it's truly infuriating! How lamentable! Why didn't I stand up like Miss Xia and give myself a chance to prove my innocence?"
Xia Yuhan quickly replied, "Yu Han is merely a woman; how could she dare to compare herself with Lord Jiang?"
"Oh? Do you really think you can't?" Jiang Tingyu's question startled Xia Yuhan.
Indeed, did she really not dare? She wasn't afraid of death; what else could she possibly fear?
Could it be that Jiang Tingyu's words held deeper meaning?
Xia Yuhan couldn't guess, so she simply chose not to respond.
At that moment, the carriage stopped, and the driver's voice came from outside: "My lord, we have arrived at the palace! However, I don't know what's going on; there are guards gathered at the main entrance."
"Understood!"
Inside the carriage, Jiang Tingyu looked at Xia Yuhan, who had a furrowed brow, and smiled faintly. His pleasant voice surrounded Xia Yuhan: "Miss Xia, let's get off!"
As Jiang Tingyu stood up and prepared to gesture for her to exit, Xia Yuhan habitually "scooted" out of the carriage, leaving Jiang Tingyu feeling somewhat unaccustomed.
Well... okay...
Xia Yuhan's attention had long been drawn to the guards in front of the palace gate; there must be a reason for so many guards gathering there!
As soon as she got off the carriage, Xia Yuhan spotted the dirty Eunuch Zhang. Just by looking at his smug expression, she could tell without a doubt that he was the one who had attracted all these guards to the palace gate!
With this thought, an ominous premonition arose in Xia Yuhan's heart...
Lost in her thoughts, she suddenly heard a voice that sent chills down her spine. Following the sound, she saw Canglong Hui emerging from among the guards, surrounded by a group of people. When he caught sight of Xia Yuhan, a hint of disdainful smirk appeared at the corner of his mouth.
"Eunuch Zhang, you have worked hard all this way!"
Xia Yuhan lowered her gaze, avoiding Canglong Hui's provocative stare, a deep chill passing through her eyes. Canglong Hui, I didn't expect to see you here!
Last time on the street, she had humiliated him thoroughly. Knowing his narrow-mindedness and his desire for recognition, he would surely find a way to regain his lost face!
During this time, Jiang Tingyu remained quietly in his carriage, observing the unfolding scene. However, when his beautiful eyes noticed the groups of guards gathered around the palace gate, they instantly dimmed.
Xia Yuhan, even if I, Jiang Tingyu, come forward to help, it will still be difficult for you to leave this palace alive!
"Miss Xia Yuhan pays her respects to Longhui Prince!" After Canglong Hui pretended to comfort Eunuch Zhang, Xia Yuhan took the initiative to step forward and bow to Canglong Hui.
Seeing that Xia Yuhan was not as arrogant as last time, Canglong Hui felt quite pleased and disdainfully sniffed: "Tsk tsk tsk, how come the Second Sister of Xia Manor is suddenly so polite?"
Xia Yuhan had no intention of refuting Canglong Hui. She nodded and lowered her head once more, pretending to show respect to Canglong Hui while actually concealing the deep hatred she harbored for him!
"Yu Han is just a concubine born in Xia Manor; how dare she treat the prince with such disrespect?"
Her enemy today was not Canglong Hui; there was no need to waste time with him at the Palace Gate!
Although she clearly knew that Canglong Hui was deliberately provoking her to make her uncomfortable, she had to endure it! No matter how much humiliation she faced, she had to bear it!
"Hmph! Dare you? What do you, Xia Yuhan, have left to be afraid of? In my opinion, you've done everything you dared not do!"
Xia Yuhan pretended to be very timid in front of Canglong Hui and involuntarily shrank back: "Yu Han truly does not dare!"
This only made Canglong Hui even happier!
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