Rumors in the Capital

Gu Lan moved into the palace, a fact known only to a few, including Old Yang and Lin Tan'er.

He hadn't abandoned his residence in Dongzhi Street, though.

According to Gu Lan, it served as a contingency plan in case Madam became furious again, ensuring he wouldn't be left homeless after being expelled from the palace and relegated to sleeping on a couch.

Mu Yuyan, upon learning of his intentions, expressed dissatisfaction and gave him a dressing-down.

Unfortunately for her, these reprimands usually occurred in the evening, a time when Gu Lan thrived and became even more resolute.

Despite Mu Yuyan's formidable peak celestial strength, she couldn't match his determination.

For several consecutive days, Gu Lan would roam Dongzhi Street during the day and return to the palace at night.

Soon enough, word got out!

The esteemed Mu Yuyan, Jing Nation's unparalleled beauty, had taken a scholarly-looking youth as her Mr. Gu!