The Prime Minister's Darling novel Chapter 1079

Chapter 1079: 522 Return to the Capital (First Update)

Prince Bo was of the royal family and, though a highly skilled martial artist, he ultimately paled in comparison to a celebrated battlefield general like Rong Yao, ultimately suffering a fatal injury at Rong Yao’s hands.

"I was reckless, my lord. My intention was to capture him alive, but the man proved too troublesome. I accidentally killed him, I ask for Your Highness’ punishment."

These were the words Rong Yao spoke as he descended from the city tower and came to bow before Yuan Tang to confess his crime.

At this moment, Yuan Tang still stood by Gu Changqing’s side, mounted on a tall and majestic horse, looking down condescendingly at his uncle, Rong Yao.

He laughed coldly in his heart.

Even his uncle must not believe such implausible tales, right?

Indeed, if Prince Bo had not been killed, what would they do if he returned to the Imperial Palace and spoke out against Rong Yao?

His uncle truly proved to be far-sighted and ruthless.

However, did he really think that, with Prince Bo gone, everything would be flawless?

Yuan Tang looked at Rong Yao with a feigned smile, "Uncle has worked hard. For killing the traitor, uncle has made a great contribution. Upon our return to the capital, His Majesty will surely reward you for your merits."

Kneeling on one knee, Rong Yao bowed deeply, his face a mix of solemnity and fear, "I dare not speak of rewards. I only wish to make amends for my actions. I too was bewitched by Prince Bo and truly believed everything was as per His Majesty’s decree. Little did I expect that he would deceive us with a false imperial edict, leading us to march far on a campaign... I beg for Your Highness’ insightful judgment."

Beside them, Gu Changqing’s lips curled slightly in a sneer, "Ha."

Rong Yao’s face turned very ugly.

Rong Yao harbored great resentment towards Gu Changqing for his youngest son Rong Fu’s death at Gu Changqing’s hands, but powerless under the former’s roof, he had no choice but to bow his head.

Yuan Tang glanced at Gu Changqing, then looked back at Rong Yao, and said with a light smile, "Uncle is being too serious. The truth will come out once we return to the capital. If uncle’s conscience is clear, I believe the truth will eventually come to light."

Rong Yao broke out in a cold sweat on his forehead.

He didn’t dare raise his head to meet Yuan Tang’s eyes; he could feel the threat emanating from Yuan Tang.

"Your Highness, may I have a word in private?" Rong Yao asked Yuan Tang.

Yuan Tang’s current status was still that of a hostage of Chen Country; logically, he was supposed to return to the capital with Gu Changqing. Letting him go was akin to freeing a tiger back into the mountains.

Before Gu Changqing could reply, Yuan Tang spoke again, "However, before that, I wish to travel with you to Yuegu City and meet the Grand Marshal and the Old Marquis."

"Very well," said Gu Changqing.

Yuan Tang, alone and unguarded, accompanied Gu Changqing to Yuegu City, an act of transparency and courage that was quite remarkable.

However, upon actually arriving at Yuegu City, Gu Changqing realized he had been duped!

This youngster wasn’t there to visit Tang Yueshan and his grandfather; he clearly came to see his sister!

As soon as Yuan Tang entered the city, he headed straight for the medical camp, "Doctor Gu, I’m here!"

Watching Yuan Tang, who did not consider himself an outsider, Gu Changqing narrowed his eyes dangerously.

Gu Jiao’s epidemic had long since healed, and she had passed the quarantine period; she was currently in the medical camp, instructing several soldiers in their rehabilitation. _{ƒreewebηoveℓ.com}

He was wearing the armor of a Chen Country general.