Adhere to the gentleman's principles

Chapter 147 I don't like to use friends to achieve my goals

In the steamy, hot bath room, Zhao Junning heard everything that happened outside. She thought to herself, "How can the so-called royal children be truly pure and kind? It seems that this fifth princess is just as smart and scheming as the folk rumors say! She is really a woman with a very clever mind!"

At this moment, Xiao Zhengchu wanted to decline, but when he thought of the deep affection between his sister Xiao Yule and his brother Xiao Xuanjing, he changed his mind. He said softly, "Okay, I will arrange time for you to go and diagnose father in a few days. But I am busy with work these days and I really can't spare anyone to protect you."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yule couldn't help but feel worried, and asked cautiously: "Brother, is it because of Li Ziyan's matter? But so far there is no conclusive evidence to prove that he betrayed the country and collaborated with the enemy! Why did the atmosphere suddenly become so tense and solemn?" Her beautiful eyes were full of confusion and worry.

Xiao Zhengchu nodded slightly to show his agreement: "I have indeed thought so, but these words came from the people of Handan Chi. I have given Guangping Hou a fifteen-day deadline to find enough evidence to clear Li Ziyan's name. After all..." He paused, as if he was considering his wording in his mind.

After all, even if he had no good feelings towards Li Ziyan and even had murderous intentions, he was still a citizen of the Wei Dynasty and they had known each other since childhood. Even Xiao Zhengchu himself could not believe that he had betrayed his country and surrendered to the enemy. But he knew very well that this crime was actually carefully planned by Xiao Zhengshu.

Originally, Xiao Zhengshu intended to involve Xiao Xuantang in this, but Xiao Zhengchu took the initiative and recalled Xiao Xuantang to the capital in advance, making the plan fail. In desperation, Li Ziyan had to bear the blame and fall into this chaos. Although there is a struggle for imperial power, in the final analysis, they are still brothers connected by blood!

Xiao Zhengchu only sat for a while, then stood up and prepared to leave. After confirming that he had indeed gone far away, he brought Zhao Junning out from his hiding place.

Xiao Yule stared at Zhao Junning, with a friendly smile on her face, but also revealed a hint of the arrogance of a princess. She said softly: "Very good, in that case, then I will work hand in hand with you.

But remember, we came together because of our own selfish desires. However, I also hope to be your close friend. So in this cooperation, I hope we can treat each other as friends, rather than using each other. If you don't act as friends, I'm afraid you may not be able to withstand my carefully planned strategies. "

Zhao Junning knew that the Fifth Princess, who seemed amiable on weekdays, would be no less capable than others when it came to planning. So, she nodded respectfully and said, "It is my honor to be able to make friends with you, Princess. I don't like to use my friends to achieve my own interests, and I definitely don't have the intention to harm my friends."

After Zhao Junning turned and left, Lu E couldn't help but ask Xiao Yule: "Your Highness, do you completely trust this Miss Zhao Junning?"

Xiao Yule did not answer immediately, but continued to gently stroke the precious medicinal materials in her hand, as if she was thinking about something. After a while, she slowly raised her head and said, "I believe her because she is Zhao Junning! The Zhao Junning who always adheres to the belief of 'once a word is spoken, it cannot be taken back' in the school. How can such a person not be trusted?

Moreover, Zhao Junning is not only extremely intelligent, but even more thoughtful and witty than her elder sister. I can feel this from my daily interactions with her. So, no matter what, I am willing to choose to trust her. "At this point, Xiao Yule's eyes were firm and full of trust.