Damaged Reputation

Within the realm of the three nations—Chengyuan, Dingyang, and Nanqing—a collective of nine sages once thrived. In this assembly, Chengyuan was the most modest, comprising merely two. However, this number has grown with the inclusion of Gu Qingluan and Gu Zhicheng, thus amassing a total of four, on par with the esteemed Nanqing.

As long as Gu Qingluan didn't threaten the safety of the royal family, the Emperor would never take action against her.

Qitian Yu's proposal was partly driven by his acknowledgment of Gu Qingluan's formidable strength.

After being exposed by Gu Qingluan, his only hope was shattered.

After a fierce internal struggle, he finally lowered his head.

"Fine, I'll talk!"

Gu Qingluan dispelled the barrier, and Qitian Yu publicly apologized to her and admitted his mistakes.

Of course, for the sake of his reputation, he shifted the blame onto Gu Lingxue, portraying himself as a sincere man deceived by her.