When Yuchuan heard this, he raised his eyebrows and asked, "Terms?"
He leaned back and crossed his arms.
He gave Ziyue a brief moment of his full attention before saying, "You can see it that way."
Ziyue's expectations were both met and exceeded by the circumstances that Yuchuan laid forth.
This situation unexpectedly appears to be too straightforward at first.
This condition, which looked simple at first glance, favors the Earl in all moves.
Despite his general dissatisfaction with her, Yuchuan never coerced or threatened her into leaving Muchen.
He might have tried that approach in the past and concluded that it was unsuccessful, which was why he decided to utilize her instead. He made the most of her job to advance his own objectives.
He opted to fight Muchen directly, knowing that Ziyue would come to him once the situation with Muchen was beyond repair. The Earl would then be able to impose demands on Ziyue.
He also didn't compel any requirements on Ziyue to depart Muchen.
Ziyue was to go to Country J with Yuchuan, who then intended to bring her back to Castle Mogwin.
Muchen was obligated to follow Ziyue to Country J, but he did so voluntarily.
Yuchuan must have had a sense of success at that point. Ziyue, Muchen, and Zixi all took the initiative to locate him, return to the Mogewen family, and show their loyalty.
Thus, Yuchuan's objective was accomplished.
Ziyue resolved the situation in her mind, and a feeling of helplessness developed.
Do you wish to concur?
If she declines, Mr. Qin will remain in the prison facility. Yuchuan would then take additional measures.
What lay ahead for him after that would be the dreaded trial.
There is no better way to put this.
Will Muchen blame her if she accepts?
However, other than to agree, there wasn't an alternative right now.
Mr. Qin remained in the prison facility, where she was powerless to do anything. She had no choice but to abide by his rules if she wanted to alter his current situation.
She turned to face Old Mr. Qin. "How can I trust you?" Ziyue muttered.
Ziyue expressed uncertainty, to which Yuchuan replied, "You can go back and wait for news." He adjusted his cuffs, "You will see by tomorrow morning."
Ziyue nodded, noting that he didn't appear to be lying.
"Then I will head back," she remarked.
With her predicament, she didn't have time to enjoy dinner with Yuchuan.
The elderly stood up to escort her out but noticed a change in her demeanor. He didn't comment on it.
...
Ziyue experienced another restless night. Thoughts plagued her sleep and waking hours.
The following morning, Xia woke her up.
"Have you heard that Gu Hanyan is making a return?"
Ziyue was devastated by the news.
Ziyue was silent for a while before she responded, "Who are you referring? Gu Hanyan?"
"Who else? You can check it online," the lady rubbed her neck. "She posted it on Weibo herself."
"I see."
After hanging up the phone, Ziyue looked up Gu Hanyan online.
The news of her comeback was trending on her Weibo.
The news was posted last night.
Ziyue felt ashamed as she looked at the thousands of reposts below.
Several themes regarding Gu Hanyan's comeback have already gained popularity.
In all three of the top issues, Gu Hanyan was mentioned.
Gu Hanyan's influence cannot be overstated.
In less than twelve hours, the lady had been the subject of articles in all the major media. Hundreds of comments flooded the page.
However, the news was soon buried by another controversial topic.
Yuchuan most likely carried out this action. Gu Hanyan's influence was the only one that had the power to silence the media.
Relief washed over Ziyue. But it wouldn't matter if Muchen's matter could be contained.
Gu Hanyan disappeared amid the festival, according to rumors. Knowing this, Ziyue was forced to keep this under the radar.
Photos and interviews of Gu Hanyan were visible when she opened the news stories.
Ziyue was afraid. What in the world is happening?
Didn't Gu Hanyan drug Yuchuan? Did they come close to killing him?
With Gu Hanyan made known, will the notorious Earl of Augsburg allow her to live freely?
Or perhaps she was overthinking it; Yuchuan may have simply let Gu Hanyan reveal himself to deflect attention.
Ziyue, however, turned a blind eye. Old Mr. Qin had expressed his feelings about the subject.
Ziyue watched as the Gu Hanyan scandal turned into the most controversial subject in the media. Practically every time a report surfaced, it concerned her.
Even a few channels went against the grain and replayed the news due to its popularity.
...
In the evening, Ziyue and Mr. Qin met in the Yuhuang Palace.
Without placing a food order, the two sat in the booth for a discussion.
Ziyue just ordered a cup of water and asked calmly, "When would you like me back at Country J?" She took a sip and declared, "I need to make the proper preparations."
"I've been gone too long this time," he replied. His eyes narrowed, "Upon my return to Country J, there would be a lot of matters to handle." He patted the table, "As soon as possible."
After giving it some thought, Ziyue agreed. "Tomorrow?"
"I'm not the one running out of time," Yuchuan chimed.
She knew what Yuchuan was trying to say. Ziyue unconsciously gripped her sleeves. Without fail, I would have to be there when Muchen returns.
"Then, when?"
"Obviously, tonight."
So soon?
Ziyue was surprised by his answer.
"Okay," she bit her lip.
...
Ten days passed as Muchen was held in jail. When he appeared, Jingshu, Chuan, and other subordinates arrived to transfer him.
The police officer who escorted him out scowled.
I've heard rumors that the LK Group president has mafia connections. It appears that the news these days aren't just for show.
Muchen's gaze briefly flitted between the features of Jingshu and Chuan before returning to Chuan's face. "Where is Ziyue?" He smiled.
With his head hung down, Chuan remained silent.
After taking three steps to approach the man, Muchen scowled angrily, "I said," His dark eyes were filled with intense rage as he growled, "where is Ziyue? I ordered you to stop her, didn't I?"
His subordinate refused to answer.
It was a necessity that Chuan didn't intervene since he supported Ziyue's decision.
There would always be a resolution to the conflict between Yuchuan and Muchen.
This time, it might be the exception.
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