Chapter 688: Begging for mercy
Zhuang Wei was full of expectations. Luo Yu learned about Yan Wu's true family background, but found that her feelings were fake. She was reluctant to give up her wealthy life and just wanted to pursue true love.
While the servants were tidying up the guest rooms, Zhuang Wei returned to the Zhuang Mansion, packed up his belongings, hurriedly left Beijing, rushed back to Shuying County, bought a thatched cottage, took care of everything, and properly obtained his civilian identity, officially becoming Jiang Hong in preparation for testing Luo Yu in the future.
Afterwards, Shao Dong reported back that there was no such person in Tongqulin's post at the Shuying County Governor's Office.
Recalling Gu Yuanqiong's words and actions, and combining them with Shao Dong's report, Zhuang Wei guessed that Tong Qinglin was not his real name.
There must be some hidden reason for hiding one's identity. I wonder if it has something to do with the political situation.
It was getting late today, and Zhuang Wei secretly planned to go to the western suburbs of Shengjing to visit Gu Yuanqiong early tomorrow morning.
At the same time, Mi Yao was upset and returned to Chongyixuan.
"Greetings, Your Majesty."
Gu Yuanqiong looked at him calmly.
"So soon? Escaped back?"
"Could it be that I have misjudged him and he cannot defeat you?"
Mi Yao roughly narrated what happened.
Upon hearing about Gao Yi's act, Gu Yuanqiong was even more favored.
"A man of integrity and wisdom is rare in the world. This king must recruit him into his court."
He raised his voice and called out.
"Yu Yuluan."
Yu Yuluan heard the voice and walked into the inner room.
Mi Yao bowed with neither humility nor arrogance.
"I respectfully ask that you, Lord Yu, take care of yourself."
Yu Yuluan gave him a virtual hand and bowed respectfully to the prince.
"My subordinate is here."
Gu Yuanqiong ordered.
"Go to Shuying County and find out Jiang Hong's background."
Yu Yuluan responded solemnly and left.
"Yes."
Mi Yao bit her lip, looking pitiful and charming.
"Why don't you want me, sir, without any explanation?"
Gu Yuanqiong looked at her with disrespect, in a casual and unrestrained manner, without a trace of respect.
"Why should I explain? Aren't you intact?"
Mi Yao was like a little bird, lying on his legs, looking affectionate and begging for mercy.
"It's intact, except for the body."
"But my heart is filled with sorrow and misery."
Gu Yuanqiong casually played with her hair with his long fingers.
"Ah."
"The words are quite funny."
Mi Yao raised her eyes and looked at him with admiration and respect.
"You can say that you gave me up for the sake of your second brother's safety; or that you borrowed me to test him in order to recruit a wise man."
"As long as you say it, I will believe it."
Gu Yuanqiong lowered his eyes, looking arrogant and domineering.
"If I don't tell you, what can you do to me?"
Mi Yao was panic-stricken, helpless and speechless.
"I……"
Gu Yuanqiong knew what she was thinking and spoke freely.
"If you don't want to accompany me, then go away. I won't stop you."
"I wish you a smooth career in the imperial court."
Mi Yao was bitter and sad, and she threw herself into his arms, begging for mercy.
"My Lord, why are you so heartless? You were obviously not like this before."
Gu Yuanqiong grabbed a bunch of her long hair and pulled it hard, forcing her to look up so that they could look into each other's eyes.
"I have told you before that men will get bored after spending too long with each other. This is human nature."
"It's because you don't have enough tricks to surprise people all the time, not because I'm heartless."
"You expect me to comfort you. First of all, you should please me. Only when I am happy will I be in the mood to comfort you."
"understand?"
Mi Yao felt pain, her beautiful face reflected a trace of misery, the feeling of having her dignity destroyed was piercing to the bone.
"My Lord, how can I be happy?"
Gu Yuanqiong stretched out his hand to the side, took out an arrow from the quiver, and playfully lifted up her collar.
"What do you say?"
"After serving this king for a year, you should know how to please the master."
The cold arrow pierced her snow-white skin. Mi Yao frowned, feeling deeply humiliated.
"Afterwards, Your Majesty, would you like to say a word of comfort?"
Gu Yuanqiong raised the arrow and slapped her cheeks twice.
"see your performance."
Mi Yao lowered her eyebrows.
"Wait a moment, Your Majesty. I will go and close the door."
Gu Yuanqiong held her in his arms, stroking her up and down, playing with her wildly and obscenely.
"No need to close it."
"This king and my subordinates are equal. Let them all listen to how pure and innocent you are."
Mi Yao trembled slightly, trying her best to keep silent, and hurriedly used her hands to stop him from moving.
"Your Majesty... please slow down..."
Gu Yuanqiong did what he wanted and touched the buds that were about to bloom.
"It is only right that you should comfort the king. If you do not want an explanation, go and close the door."
Mi Yao stood up, walked to the door with a graceful gait, and closed it tightly.
Gu Yuanqiong became more and more aggressive, manipulating others at will and giving orders arrogantly.
"Kneel down, come here, and beg me to favor you."
Mi Yao surrendered and knelt down...
The wind is clear and the moon is bright, shining brightly on people.
After dinner, Luo Yu had nothing to do, so she sat by the window to admire the moon.
Her thoughts wandered, and she recalled that a few days ago, her live broadcast went viral, and her parents heard the news and came to find her to make peace with her.
My parents said that they didn't abandon me on purpose, they just blamed me for being a fool. Since she left, they have been crying every day, full of regret. Even in their dreams, they can dream of their beloved daughter coming home, and the three of them being reunited and happy just like before.
Luo Yu could tell that her father and mother's words were false and their family affection was even more hypocritical, but she still chose to accept them again.
After wandering outside for more than a year, she was alone and miserable, and she longed for family affection and a home every moment.
Now, with family affection in front of her, whether it is real or false, she cherishes it very much.
Having a home is always better than being alone.
I still remember one day, my mother Ji Yang had a long talk with her.
"Life is short, so we should aim high. Yu'er, what are your plans for the future?"
Luo Yu answered cautiously.
"My lofty ambition is to enter the court, engage in business, or work as a farmer."
"My son, you have worked in a brothel, so according to the law, you cannot enter the court; you are weak and powerless. If you work as a farmer, you will definitely have trouble getting food and clothing."
"So, the kid decided to go into business and make a living as a anchor."
Ji Yang was worried and raised objections.
"Haven't you heard that being an anchor is just a job for young people and it won't last long?"
"Also, there are rumors that many people who make a living by calling themselves anchors are actually working as prostitutes, which is not very glorious."
"When you go back home someday and meet all the relatives, if you are asked about your livelihood and you answer that you are an anchor, you will inevitably be criticized. If so, how can your father and I hold our heads up high?"
Luo Yu was somewhat at a loss.
"Don't you support your child's volunteering?"
Ji Yang advised with clever words.
"No."
"I'm just afraid that after a hundred years, you'll be old and ugly, lose your livelihood, and won't be able to make a living."
Luo Yu sat respectfully and asked in a gentle manner.
"According to mother's opinion, how should I set my goals?"
Ji Yang stated his opinion.
"Since ancient times, how else can women set their goals? Naturally, they would find a good family, marry, and raise their husbands and children."
Her pupils rolled, a hint of greed showing through.
"You are a broadcaster in the capital, so I guess there are many young men from wealthy families who want to court you, right?"
Luo Yu nodded.
"Have."
Ji Yang was overjoyed when he heard this.
"Great."
She offered suggestions.
"Carefully choose a man from the best family and ask him to marry you."
"It would be even better if I could be like Miss Teng, not only getting engaged to a prominent family, but also becoming the legitimate daughter of a noble family."
"You pick a good family, and mother will arrange things for you and make sure you can get married."
"When the time comes, don't forget the kindness you showed me in helping your mother."