As they spoke closely, Chu Yuan slightly bent down to hear her, revealing a tender side that stunned Huo Rou. Previously, she had thought him cold and unapproachable, but this tenderness made her determined to win him over.
The people around them took notice. Many had heard that the Prince of Ning had a new favorite, but whispers began when they realized this favorite was the daughter of the executed Ning Prime Minister. Once a notable figure in the capital, she was known for her beauty and arrogance.
Everyone remembered how she had once made things difficult for Huo Rou. Now, seeing them face to face again, with Ruan Ning involved with the popular Prince of Ning, many secretly sympathized with Huo Rou.
Unexpectedly, Ruan Ning bowed to Huo Rou and said softly, “Sister Rou, long time no see.” In the past, she had never looked at Huo Rou directly. Now, she was greeting her courteously, causing the noble ladies who knew them to exchange surprised glances.
Huo Rou, aware of the tricky situation, was on high alert. Before she could speak, tears rolled down her cheeks: “Ning sister, I shouldn’t have disturbed you. But sister, Liang Fu was injured because of you and is now bedridden. You had a marriage contract, and he once saved you. If you have time, please go see him.”
The details of Liang Fu’s injury were known to few. Huo Rou deliberately blurred the circumstances, saying he was hurt for Ruan Ning. Her plea made others think Liang Fu still had feelings for Ruan Ning, remembering their previous engagement and Ruan Ning’s cancellation. Many felt sorry for Liang Fu.
Before Ruan Ning could respond, Chu Yuan spoke: “Liang Fu obstructed my carriage, so he was beaten. Who says he was innocent?” Though he didn’t fully understand Huo Rou’s words, he knew she wasn’t speaking kindly and directly blocked her.
Ruan Ning gently tugged his sleeve.
While his status could suppress Huo Rou, she feared Huo Rou’s talent for twisting facts and spreading unpleasant rumors.
