My Sexy CEO Wife

Chapter 595 - 592: Courtesy Calls for Reciprocity

The Sun, which had just been hanging in the sky, was blocked by a dark cloud, and the sky instantly turned gloomy.

The wind blew, kicking up a cloud of dust.

Bai Daqing's mood was just like the sky overhead, overcast, dark, and filled with a violent aura.

Originally, Bai Daqing had thought to ignore the rumors, to respond with silence. He and Gao Fei believed the same thing: given enough time, the heat of the rumors would naturally die down, and ultimately, they would be forgotten by the people.

But... the rumors had actually reached the ears of the Emperor Dugu Jingtian, and what infuriated Bai Daqing the most was that Emperor Dugu Jingtian had summoned him to give him a dressing-down…

In light of this, Bai Daqing could no longer suppress his rage.

"Damn it!!!" Bai Daqing punched the air fiercely, "Whoosh!" A vortex appeared as if a hole had opened: "Did they think that just because they had saved me, they could talk without restraint? Impossible!"

...

The Imperial Palace.

The Back Garden.

The Tenth Princess Dugu Xiu, followed by a group of maidservants, was taking a walk in the back garden, admiring the flowers. Dugu Xiu was the most beloved daughter of Emperor Dugu Jingtian; from childhood to adulthood, no matter what Dugu Xiu wanted, the Emperor would satisfy her every wish. What was most exceptional was that the Emperor had never scolded Dugu Xiu, much less laid a hand on her. Among all his children, only Dugu Xiu held this unique honor; the others had all been disciplined to some degree.

"Xiu'er, how come you have time to play in the back garden today?" Emperor Dugu Jingtian, accompanied by a group of people, approached from a distance.

"Father." Dugu Xiu quickly walked over, extending her delicate hand to take Emperor Dugu Jingtian's arm, smiling, "Father, I was just looking for you."

"Oh? What matter brings you to me?" asked Emperor Dugu Jingtian.

"I want to go out for a walk, to clear my mind."

"Go out?"

"Yes, I haven't been out for a long time, Father, please agree."

"... All right, I agree! Remember to take more guards with you."

"Father is the best, I knew you would agree." Dugu Xiu hopped and skipped, very happy.

In the time that followed, Emperor Dugu Jingtian accompanied his daughter around the garden, strolling about until the sun set, and only then did the father and daughter leave.

The next morning, Dugu Xiu left the Imperial Palace in a carriage accompanied by a retinue of protectors, amounting to a hundred people, all of whom were experts.

...

The Border.

Within the military camp.

Gao Fei, who was in the midst of closed-door cultivation, was suddenly awakened. He looked down at his waist, where a Jade Pendant was buzzing. Gao Fei touched the Jade Pendant and then stood up, opening the door of his room to step outside.

"Eh... Prince Bai?"

A man stood in the courtyard, and upon closer inspection, it was actually Bai Daqing.

Gao Fei paused, then quickly walked over, "Your Highness, what brings you here?"

Bai Daqing turned around, his expression blank as he looked at Gao Fei: "I just came back from the Imperial Capital."

"The Imperial Capital?"

"His Majesty the Emperor gave me a talking-to."

"Ah?"

"It was because of a rumor."

"A rumor?" Gao Fei felt a stir in his heart.

"The rumors are about me and you," Bai Daqing began, observing Gao Fei's changing expressions. "They say… you saved my life, you're my savior. My recent estrangement from you is being called ungrateful and utterly conscienceless."

"This…" Gao Fei started to speak but was interrupted by Bai Daqing.

"Gao Fei, I'll ask you just once," Bai Daqing, staring into Gao Fei's eyes, said word for word, "I hope you can tell me the truth! Did you spread these rumors?"

"It wasn't me," Gao Fei shook his head vigorously. "Really, it wasn't me! How could I possibly do such a thing? Your Highness, we've known each other for years, you should know very well what kind of person I am, shouldn't you?"

"Really not you?"

"Really! I can swear to the heavens! If it was me, may I be struck by lightning and never die a good death!"

Bai Daqing stared at Gao Fei for a while, then nodded, "I will investigate thoroughly! If I find out you're lying to me, don't blame me for being ruthless!" With those words, Bai Daqing turned and left.

Watching Bai Daqing's retreating figure, Gao Fei furrowed his brows, his mood instantly soured; he wasn't a fool! Bai Daqing's questioning showed clear suspicion of him... even though he had fervently explained, it seemed Bai Daqing didn't believe him.

"What a clever scheme."

"What a sinister plot."

"What a despicable tactic."

Gao Fei scoffed coldly, "With just a rumor, you've made Bai Daqing harbor resentment against me, causing years of relationship building to collapse in an instant! Dongfang Jian, you're behind all this, aren't you? I truly underestimated you! Fine, let's see how this goes, I'll make you pay!"

You want to fight? I'll join you!

Let's see who gets the last laugh!

Bai Daqing already had a full belly of complaints about Gao Fei because of Bai Mudan, and now with these rumors... Bai Daqing was certain Gao Fei was the one spreading them, his grudge against Gao Fei could only deepen.

Done for, completely done for!

All the relationships Gao Fei had painstakingly built were utterly destroyed.

All day long, Gao Fei couldn't calm down; he was just too frustrated and angry!

"No, I can't hold this in! If I do, I'll suffocate!"

Gao Fei gritted his teeth and clenched his fists, his body radiating intense murderous intent: "What goes around comes around! If you harm me with rumors, I'll harm you with rumors! Let's see who's more cunning!"

…

No sooner had the rumors about Bai Daqing and Gao Fei settled than another rumor emerged.

This time, the rumor targeted Dongfang Jian!

The content of the rumor was as follows: Dongfang Jian had a habit of talking in his sleep, and during one such episode, a servant happened to overhear him. This servant was quite the blabbermouth and the next day, shared what he had heard in Dongfang Jian's sleep talk. Because the content of the sleep talk was too sensational, the rumor spread rapidly, and in half a day, the whole city was abuzz…

What exactly did Dongfang Jian say in his sleep?

Why did it stir up such a frenzy?

Everyone, don't be anxious; the mystery will soon be unveiled!

The content of the sleep talk was: "Bai Mudan is just a foolish woman, so foolish it's bubbling up! The reason I pursue her is because she has a father who is powerful and influential. Bai Mudan is too foolish, too easy to deceive. A few sweet words from me, and she can't resist: she willingly rushes into my arms, allowing me to kiss her, touch her, hug her, and honestly, while Bai Mudan looks a bit silly, she does have a nice figure."

How about that? The content of the sleep talk is explosive, isn't it?

…

Soon, the rumor reached Bai Daqing's ears, and he flipped the table on the spot before summoning Dongfang Jian and Bai Mudan.

As soon as they met, Dongfang Jian began to wail to the heavens for justice: "Father-in-law, you must stand for me! This is blatant framing! I've never talked in my sleep since I was a child! What's more, I couldn't possibly have said such things in my dreams! Who the hell is setting me up like this? It's just too vile, too shameless, too detestable!"

"I believe Dongfang Jian!" Bai Mudan said without hesitation. "He is innocent! The rumors circulating outside are fake! Someone is deliberately framing Dongfang Jian!"

Upon hearing what Bai Mudan said, Dongfang Jian felt a surge of emotion that almost brought him to tears. How touching! Although Bai Mudan might be a bit foolish, she's still good to me! Hm, I should cherish Bai Mudan more from now on!