The Dramatic Crown Princess Wants to Poison Me!

Chapter 583 - 582: Pushing Shamelessness to New Heights

Xia Wenjin glanced at him and said, "Young Master Huangfu, did you misspeak? You are a noble in the Capital City, while I am just a nobody from the Jianghu. A wise man knows himself, and I dare not accept such words from Young Master Huangfu. I will walk on my own; no need to trouble you, young master!"

Huangfu Yuxuan was not in the least offended, and with a cheerful smile, he replied, "Miss Xia, there’s no need for formalities between us. With Uncle Xia involved in such matters, unable to return for now, it is my duty to look after you!"

Xia Wanqing also said, "Wenjin, Young Master Xuan has greatly assisted us. If it weren’t for him, your second and third uncles and I might never have had the chance to clear our names. You mustn’t be so discourteous!"

Hua Yuanming and Gu Hongxin also added, "Wenjin, Young Master Xuan did indeed do us a great favor. You should thank him on our behalf!" They could see, of course, that Huangfu Yuxuan was interested in Xia Wenjin, while she held no such feelings towards him. From any angle, it was natural to encourage the match!

With elegance, Huangfu Yuxuan replied humbly, "Uncle Xia, you’re being too kind. Being able to help brings me peace of mind! So long as Uncle Xia and Uncle Hua, and Uncle Gu are safe, I am relieved."

Xia Wenjin: "..."

This Huangfu Yuxuan is truly shameless, pushing his gall to new heights once again.

Xia Wenjin was completely certain that the decree could not possibly have been procured by Huangfu Yuxuan. Moreover, Xia Wanqing was cleared of charges because the case was retried, and crucial evidence surfaced. What did it have to do with Huangfu Yuxuan?

He shamelessly claimed credit for this accomplishment.

Now, with her father, Uncle Hua, and Uncle Gu thoroughly grateful to him, he’s accepting their thanks with such composure, it’s truly shameless.

Xia Wenjin said, "Father, Uncle, and Third Uncle, do not misunderstand. This matter has nothing to do with Huangfu Yuxuan, you don’t need to thank him!"

Huangfu Yuxuan nodded and said, "Yes, Wenjin is right. Uncle Xia, Uncle Hua, Uncle Gu, if Wenjin says it has nothing to do, then it has nothing to do. For this matter, Wenjin has been busy day and night, losing weight from exhaustion, she is the one who truly deserves your thanks."

Had he not said it, it would have been fine. But saying so, he appears as though acting out of selfless kindness, submitting to Xia Wenjin’s words.

Hua Yuanming and Gu Hongxin shared a knowing smile, and Xia Wanqing shook his head with a helpless expression, admonishing, "Wenjin, stop being ridiculous!"

Xia Wenjin: "..."

She felt nauseated, as if she’d swallowed a fly.

Huangfu Yuxuan was clearly doing this on purpose, deliberately making it appear as though he were responsible, drawing all gratitude towards himself. In fact, not only did he not do these things, he was the instigator.

However, he was adept at such manipulations, and Xia Wanqing and others were predisposed to believe that only he could accomplish this. Pretending to deny it was his doing only made Xia Wanqing and the others more convinced. Clearly, even if Xia Wenjin explained, it would be unclear, especially since she herself did not know who requested that decree!

Moreover, this was not the place to talk.

On the other side, because of Huangfu Yuxuan’s relationship, Wen Yuanting did not stop the three from speaking here, but while still wearing prison garb, they needed to present the detailed review results before the case’s nature could be determined.

Xia Wenjin said, "Father, Second Uncle, Third Uncle, bear with it a little longer, Mr. Wen will issue a fair judgment!"

Xia Wanqing understood, saying, "Alright, alright, we understand!" Wenjin was reminding them that even though their murder charges were nearly resolved, it was not yet time for a final pronouncement. This courtroom was not a place for family conversations.

He expressed thanks to Huangfu Yuxuan. Hua Yuanming and Gu Hongxin also repeatedly thanked him as they were escorted away.

Wen Yuanting looked at Xia Wenjin in surprise. This young girl had insight, courage, and wisdom. Daring to attempt and accomplish, she hid great energy within her fragile-looking body. A woman daring enough to sound the Injustice Bell was indeed remarkable.

However, from her attitude, she did not seem to get along well with Young Master Xuan. And Young Master Xuan was peculiar too. Given his status, it’s no surprise who he might choose to fancy. Not to mention that everyone in the capital knew how much Grand Tutor Zhao cherished him. The tutor had a most beloved daughter, born in his later years and dearly cherished, Miss Zhao Keyan, who declared she would marry none but a man like Huangfu Yuxuan.

How was that different from openly declaring she wanted to marry him?

Moreover, Zhao Keyan, born of wealth, skilled in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, was carefully nurtured from youth, with great beauty, ranking among the top in the capital’s noble lady circles. And this Miss Xia, though beautiful and outstanding, her every move exuded an air of maturity beyond her years, possessing grace and composure.

But so what? Marrying a wife has never been just about marrying the person. Especially for someone like Huangfu Yuxuan.

Her father was a person of the Jianghu, and Haotian Village sounded like a mountain bandit’s lair. Even if it wasn’t, it was a Jianghu force, irrelevant to the Court.

Of course, Wen Yuanting was merely an outsider. Matters of the Royal Family were not something he wished to concern himself with.

Huangfu Yuxuan, with a faint smile, looked at Xia Wenjin and said, "Wenjin, my carriage is right outside; I’ll take you back!"

Xia Wenjin gave him a cold glance, had she not made herself clear enough? She stepped back and said, "I still have things to do; I’m leaving first." She then bowed to Wen Yuanting and said, "Much obliged, sir!"

For some unknown reason, Wen Yuanting even returned the bow, saying gently, "Miss Xia, you are too kind!"

Huangfu Yuxuan nodded towards him, satisfied with Wen Yuanting’s attitude. Regardless of how dismissive Xia Wenjin was of him, she was the woman he fancied. For Wen Yuanting, this Capital Governor, not to treat Xia Wenjin lightly, even though she was merely a Jianghu woman now, was commendable!

Yet he did not know Wen Yuanting did not treat Xia Wenjin equally because of his status.

Leaving the Capital City Government Office, Xia Wenjin exhaled a breath of murky air. Gan Jinming was unwilling to reveal who was behind him, and the Shadow Pavilion would not sell that news, but Xia Wenjin trusted her own instincts.

Did Huangfu Yuxuan really want to kill father and the others? It made no sense; he had yet to gain the leverage of Haotian Village.

And she, along with Huang Zheng, had severed several of his connections while traveling in the Jianghu. He was short of people now; relinquishing Haotian Village would be impossible for him.

So could it be that he truly sought the decree?

Was he bestowing a favor?

To ensure that father and Uncles Hua and Gu were utterly devoted to him, in gratitude for his life-saving grace?

Xia Wenjin ignored Huangfu Yuxuan; she needed to share this good news with Xia Sichen. Her brother appeared more nonchalant than anyone, but she knew Xia Sichen was anything but calm and collected beneath the surface.

She also needed to share this good news with Huang Zheng!