Lin Mengya was holding a handkerchief that was exactly the same as Zhu Jiajing's.
The latter, on the other hand, was staring at the handkerchief in her hand as if he had seen something extraordinary.
Lin Mengya waved the handkerchief casually and everyone's eyes followed the movement of her handkerchief.
The people around were the pillars of the Nation of Lintian, but now they were confused by the two women's handkerchiefs.
"Lord Zhu, since Yu An has found my handkerchief. Let's keep the handkerchief of your nephew as a souvenir. However, these are women's toys. It's not appropriate for a man to care too much about them. "
Lin Mengya's words made Zhu Qiyun so angry that he was about to vomit blood.
This was also where she was smart. She did not care about whether it was true or false, nor did she want to delve deeper into it.
This was because the people around them had already guessed the truth in their hearts.
Lin Mengya did not clarify it. Firstly, she wanted to keep the peace. Secondly, of course, she wanted to ruin Zhu Jiajing's reputation.
"Your Highness, my handkerchief is …"
Zhu Jiajing was a little anxious. He waved the handkerchief in an attempt to prove his innocence.
"Young Master Zhu, there are so many people here. I have to give you a piece of advice. Justice is in everyone's heart. Truth can't be wrapped up in paper. "
Lin Mengya had perfected the art of adding fuel to the fire.
She finally understood Zhu Qiyun's methods now.
Wasn't he just making use of public opinion to portray her as a promiscuous slut?
Perhaps, reputation was as important as life to other women.
However, how could she tolerate others making irresponsible remarks about her own life?
"I've been away for so long. I'm afraid Prince Shen is going to blame me. Everyone, I'll take my leave now. "
After saying this, Lin Mengya walked out of the circle of onlookers in a magnanimous and calm manner.
Seeing that she did not look guilty at all, some people automatically came to a conclusion in their hearts.
As for what kind of rumors would spread in the future … Lin Mengya was not worried, and there was no need for her to worry.
In any case, after she was done with this muddy water, she would slip away.
Who cared about the waves of gossip behind her?
Maintaining an elegant smile, Lin Mengya nodded gently along the way, as if she was inspecting the honor guard of the three armies.
Moreover, the speed at which men spread gossip was actually not much slower than that of women.
At this moment, all the officials present began to form a personal impression of Princess Anle.
However, Lin Mengya did not care at all.
After his figure disappeared from everyone's sight, he even felt a little unsatisfied.
"My princess, why aren't you worried at all?"
Yu An wiped the perspiration off his forehead. If he had not been quick-witted enough to spot the corner of the embroidered handkerchief that Zhu Jiajing had hidden in his bosom, he would not have been able to escape.
When no one was looking, she took out the spare handkerchief that she had prepared for the princess.
She was afraid that the princess would be framed by those people today.
"What am I worried about? At the end of the day, it was just some romantic affairs. Anyway, when the time comes, I'll just leave. There will be some legends about me in the martial arts world, right? "
Lin Mengya smiled mysteriously, as if she could escape even if Yu An did not bring her the handkerchief.
Just when she reached the viewing platform on the second floor, she heard Zuo Qiuyu's voice coming from inside.
"You, you're always like this. You're never willing to be honest!"
Zuo Qiuyu looked at his little cousin helplessly the moment he entered the room.
Although he was sitting on the viewing platform, he did not know what had happened.
Nevertheless, he knew the cause and effect of the commotion caused by Lin Mengya through the servants.
Zuo Qiuyu shook his head. He had learned from her that she did not care about what others said.
This time, the Zhus had miscalculated.
This lass, not to mention trying to use public opinion to crush her.
Even if she was condemned by the public, she could still remain calm.
Her mental fortitude was extraordinarily strong! It was simply infuriating.
"What's there to worry about? Anyway, I have witnesses. If Yu An didn't bring me the handkerchief, someone would not be able to sit still. "
Lin Mengya returned to her seat. Her mouth felt dry after talking all the way here.
She picked up a cup of warm tea from the table and gulped it down to moisten her throat. At the same time, a smile appeared on her face.
"What? Witnesses? Your Highness, I did see it, but if I were to say anything, it would put you in a disadvantageous position. "
Yu An had indeed witnessed the whole process, but he was the emperor's servant.
Lin Mengya was personally acknowledged by Zuo Qiuchen. Of course, the emperor's servant would side with her.
"He's not talking about you, cousin. Why are you so sure that he would stand up for you?"
Zuo Qiuyu returned to his seat. The worried expression on his face had disappeared and was replaced by curiosity.
"How do I know? He could not even bear to let down those lifeless herbs, not to mention a living, beautiful person like me. Moreover, I'm being put in a difficult position by a group of men. As long as they have a sense of justice, they would definitely stand up for me. At that time, that Zhu Jiajing would become a two-faced villain who framed me. "
Lin Mengya said nonchalantly. She was pretending to be terrified.
Her aim was to arouse the sympathy of some of the witnesses.
Unexpectedly, she put on an even more intense act. Yu An, who had done something bad out of good intentions, had helped her out in advance.
In that case, she could only go along with the flow and give everyone an ambiguous answer on the spot.
She made those people guess as hard as they could, but she refused to give a definite answer.
"In that case, I've done something bad. Your Highness, it's all my fault. Please punish me. "
Yu An lowered his head and spoke with a vexed tone.
However, Lin Mengya did not punish him. Instead, she looked at him with a smile and said,
"Of course, you have your own benefits. In this case, my reputation has been ruined. But the one who has suffered is Zhu Jiajing. "
Yu An lifted his head and looked at the princess with a puzzled expression.
Lin Mengya chuckled and explained,
"Zhu Jiajing is a young and talented man. This time, the Zhu Family wanted him to be sent to the Cabinet of Elders to be a person with real power. But if you think about it, these words are not something that people will easily forget. Moreover, under the influence of some people with ulterior motives, there will be people who will say a few words about it from time to time. At that time, do you think Zhu Jiajing will still have a chance to enter the Cabinet of Elders? Even if he does, will he still be able to vie for the position of the Chief Elder? "
Yu An suddenly realized that the princess did not hesitate to slander him just to completely ruin Zhu Jiajing.
That was right. Perhaps it did not seem to have any impact now.
However, in the future, when Zhu Jiajing wanted to climb to a higher position, this matter would become a stain on his life!
The princess's move was like cutting meat with a blunt knife. Although it was slow, it was painful.
"Cousin, you're so vicious. Aren't you afraid that your husband will run away?"
Zuo Qiuyu joked with Lin Mengya as if nothing had happened.
"Would he dare to run away from me?"
Lin Mengya raised her eyebrows and said calmly.
Instantly, the two people in the room felt a chill run down their spines.
It seemed that no matter who they offended in the future, they could not afford to offend this devil!
At this moment, in the square where the competition was held, a pair of eyes were looking hesitantly at the grandstand.
Hou Lingyu felt a little uneasy. He wiped his palms and was even distracted by the patient in front of him.
A while ago, he had made a last-minute trip to the latrine.
On his way back, he had accidentally witnessed the real situation between Zhu Jiajing and Princess Anle.
He had hidden in the corner not to eavesdrop, but to avoid trouble.
But now, he did not expect Zhu Jiajing to be such a shameless person.
Princess Anle was a pure and clean girl, but she had been wronged in this way.
And he had lost the opportunity to prove Princess Anle's innocence because of a moment of hesitation.
At this moment, he was very apologetic and blamed himself.
However, this opportunity was the Hou Family's last hope to return to the Pavilion of Herbs and wipe away their previous humiliation.
He could still vaguely remember his grandfather's unwillingness to die in peace when he passed away.
The hopes of so many years had now rested on his shoulders alone. He did not want and could not disappoint the hopes and expectations of the family.
However …
When he was young, his grandfather had always taught him that if he did not stop evil, he would be helping the evildoer and committing the most heinous crime.
His honest and kind temperament caused his heart to sink into a battle between heaven and man.
As a result, he had fallen behind in the competition.
However, he could not calm down and continued with the competition.
After thinking for a long time, Hou Lingyu exhaled softly.
A simple and determined expression appeared on his face again.
Even if he was to be eliminated, he would tell the truth.
After making up his mind, Hou Lingyu felt relaxed. However, when he was about to say that he would give up, a pair of small hands grabbed his arm.
"Big brother, can you help me with my illness?"
The little girl's watery black eyes blinked as she looked at him, which made Hou Lingyu feel bitter.
He squatted down, touched the little girl's head, and said patiently, "I have something to do.
"I still have things to do. Why don't I let another brother take a look at your illness for you?"
The little girl, who had her hair combed into two small round buns, shook her head vigorously and then pulled Hou Lingyu's ear. She whispered something into his ear.
"What? You! "
Hou Lingyu looked at the little girl in front of him in surprise. She was still looking at him with her big eyes blinking.
Instinctively, he felt the girl's pulse.
Then, a look of horror flashed across his eyes.
It turned out to be, to be —
"Big brother, you'd better focus on the competition. I'm afraid you're the only one who can treat my illness. "
The little girl's innocent face suddenly revealed a strange sense of maturity.
However, it was fleeting. No one saw it except for Hou Lingyu.
Hou Lingyu looked as if he had been frightened, but he quickly composed himself.
He looked in the direction of the grandstand with a complicated look in his eyes.
What virtue or ability did he have to actually gain the favor of those two people?
He immediately pulled himself together.
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