novelaction Chapter 382 (112 words added)
Chapter 382 (112 words added)
Xue Ruanruan arrived at the Regent's Palace. Standing before the grand gates, she felt a pang of trepidation. She took a deep breath and stepped inside. As soon as she entered, a sharp-eyed maidservant approached, scrutinizing her from head to toe with a hint of judgment: "Who are you, and what brings you to the palace?" Xue Ruanruan curtsied and said softly, "Please inform the Regent that Xue Ruanruan of the Xue family requests an audience." The maidservant snorted and turned to report.
A short while later, the maid returned, her face expressionless, and said, "His Highness requests your presence." Xue Ruanruan followed the maid through the winding corridors to a secluded courtyard. Entering the house, she saw the Regent Prince seated in the main seat. He was dressed in a black robe, his demeanor cold and imposing, his eyes exuding authority. Xue Ruanruan nervously curtsied, but before she could speak, the Regent Prince said, "Miss Xue, what brings you here so abruptly?" Xue Ruanruan bit her lip, mustered her courage, and said, "This humble woman has come today to ask you a favor..."
Clad in a red cloak, she strolled through the snow. The Regent's gaze fell upon her, and he said calmly, "Speak freely." Xue Ruanruan composed herself and said, "My brother has been framed by a villain and is now imprisoned. I hope Your Highness can lend a hand, uncover the truth, and clear my brother's name." The Regent raised an eyebrow slightly. "Do you have any evidence to identify who did this?" Xue Ruanruan shook her head. "I have no concrete evidence, but I hope Your Highness can send someone to thoroughly investigate this case." The Regent leaned back in his chair, tapping his fingers lightly on the armrest. After a moment of silence, he said, "I can send someone to investigate this matter, but you must understand that without evidence, it will be difficult to overturn the case." Xue Ruanruan quickly knelt down. "Your Highness's great kindness will never be forgotten. If my brother can be rescued, I am willing to do anything for Your Highness." A barely perceptible smile appeared on the Regent's lips. "Get up. In that case, I will give it a try." Xue Ruanruan was overjoyed and bowed again to express her gratitude. Afterwards, the Regent gave some instructions, telling Xue Ruanruan to go back and wait for news. Xue Ruanruan walked out of the palace; the snow was still falling. She wore a red cloak and walked step by step in the snow, her heart filled with anticipation and trepidation.
Murong Xun stood in the study, watching Xue Ruanruan's slender yet stubborn figure gradually disappear into the distance, and a strange ripple stirred in his heart. This young lady of the Xue family dared to come and beg him alone for her brother; she certainly had some courage.
A few days later, the investigation made some progress, but reached a stalemate. The Regent summoned Xue Ruanruan to the palace to inform her of the situation. Upon hearing the news, Xue Ruanruan's eyes were filled with anxiety and resentment. "Your Highness, is there no other way?" she asked, clutching her clothes tightly, her voice trembling with tears.
Seeing her like this, the Regent felt a pang of pity. "You should go back first, I'll think of something else," Xue Ruanruan said helplessly as she left.
However, shortly after Xue Ruanruan left the Prince's residence, someone secretly informed the Regent that a hidden force within the court seemed to be involved in her brother's case, and this force appeared to be watching the Regent, intending to use it to sabotage him. The Regent fell into deep thought. On one hand, the truth was gradually becoming clear; on the other, the undercurrents in the court. What should he choose? And could he help Xue Ruanruan rescue her brother…?
His brows were cold and aloof, yet his eyes revealed a resolute determination. He knew that if he continued the investigation, he would inevitably face off against that hidden force. But if he gave up now, Xue Ruanruan's expectant eyes would reappear before him.
After much deliberation, Murong Xun decided to investigate secretly, avoiding the eyes and ears of the court. He sent his trusted confidants to gather clues among the common people. Meanwhile, Xue Ruanruan was also busy, inquiring everywhere in hopes of finding new evidence.
Several days later, Xue Ruanruan unexpectedly learned of a key witness. She rushed to the Prince's residence to inform Murong Xun. Murong Xun was overjoyed and immediately sent people to protect the witness. With the clues provided by the witness, the truth gradually surfaced. It turned out that all of this was a scheme set up by a minister in the court to suppress the Regent.
Murong Xun acted decisively, capturing the minister and his cronies in one fell swoop. Xue Ruanruan's brother was exonerated and released from prison safely. Xue Ruanruan was extremely grateful to Murong Xun, and as Murong Xun looked at the light shining in her eyes, the ripples in his heart grew stronger. A new story seemed to be about to begin...