Chapter 737

"But I don't want to see Cousin die."

The vast majority of the people in the arena were denouncing Li Li Xunhuan and did not notice Lin Lin Shiyin.

But she was discovered by Long Long Xiaoyun, who had been keeping a watchful eye.

His expression became even uglier.

Not only because Lin Lin Shiyin was pleading for Li Li Xunhuan,

but also because Lin Lin Shiyin had taken the initiative to hold Gu Gu Hanyuan’s hand.

One must know that in all the years he had been married to Lin Lin Shiyin, she had never taken the initiative to hold his hand.

Long Long Xiaoyun became even more certain of his previous guess.

Lin Lin Shiyin had already betrayed him and gotten involved with Gu Gu Hanyuan, and it was highly likely they had already committed adultery.

This made Long Long Xiaoyun’s heart ache, and his gaze toward Lin Lin Shiyin became much colder.

Married for over ten years, because of Li Li Xunhuan, Lin Lin Shiyin’s heart had never belonged to him.

Now, even her body had been betrayed to Gu Gu Hanyuan.

As the aggrieved party, Long Long Xiaoyun was truly miserable.

Even if he had more love, it would be worn away under repeated blows.

Another person paying attention to Lin Lin Shiyin was her daughter, Long Long Xiaoyun.

Her expression was gloomy, and she bit her thin lips tightly.

Her eyes were even more complex.

Lin Xian'er, who had taken in the reactions of both, was full of amusement, watching the show.

At this moment, Gu Gu Hanyuan also seemed to be stunned by Lin Lin Shiyin’s initiative.

He glanced deeply at the hand held by Lin Lin Shiyin.

When she panicked and wanted to pull away, he held it back.

Gu Gu Hanyuan sighed lightly.

He smiled gently:

"Because I like the Lady."

Seeing the familiar smile on Gu Gu Hanyuan’s handsome face and hearing his gentle words, Lin Lin Shiyin’s heart suddenly fluttered.

For a moment, she didn't even have the thought of struggling.

She stared blankly at Gu Gu Hanyuan, not knowing how to respond.

Gu Gu Hanyuan, however, took the initiative to let go of her hand at this moment.

With a slightly complex look in his eyes, he said softly:

"For the sake of the Lady, I will do my best to keep Li Li Xunhuan from dying."

Gu Gu Hanyuan did not wait for Lin Lin Shiyin’s response, turned around, and said loudly:

"Everyone, please listen to a word from me."

Long Long Xiaoyun’s expression changed.

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He didn't expect Gu Gu Hanyuan to really save Li Li Xunhuan for the sake of Lin Lin Shiyin.

However, he didn't have the guts to challenge Gu Gu Hanyuan’s authority.

He could only watch with a dark face.

Bai Bai Xiaosheng also had a bad premonition.

But he still cupped his hands and asked:

"Is Young Master Gu going to decide on the disposal of Li Li Xunhuan?"

Gu Gu Hanyuan nodded slightly and said:

"Although Li Li Xunhuan, as the Plum Blossom Thief, has committed heinous crimes, he does hold the status of Li Tanhua-lang. It is not appropriate for us in the Wu Lin to dispose of him at will; otherwise, it would be a provocation to the dignity of the imperial court. Why not wait for the people from the imperial court investigating the Plum Blossom Thief case to arrive, and then let them take him back for trial?"

Upon hearing this, the crowd looked at each other.

It must be said that Gu Gu Hanyuan’s words made a lot of sense.

The Ming Guo of this world was not like the Song Guo, which had no control over the Wu Lin.

The Eastern Depot, the Brocade Guards, the Six Gates, and the Dragon-Protecting Villa were all swords hanging over the heads of the people in the Wu Lin.

If they were to execute Li Li Xunhuan just like that, the imperial court would definitely come to settle the score once they found out.

Therefore, those who realized this praised him one after another:

"Young Master Gu is wise."

Long Long Xiaoyun and Bai Bai Xiaosheng were both dissatisfied with this result.

But they dared not openly oppose it and could only remain silent with flickering eyes.

However, at this moment, an abrupt voice of opposition suddenly rang out:

"This old man disagrees! Li Li Xunhuan must die! If you dare not kill him, this old man will!"

Most of the grassroots in the Wu Lin would not understand the status of the Li family in the imperial court.

But those with culture and insight knew it clearly.

Did they really think the reputation of the Li family, with seven Jinshi and three Li Tanhua in one family, was fake?

Jinshi from the same period could be considered classmates, and there were friendships among them.

The Li family’s father was excellent, generous, and righteous.

Therefore, there were countless friends in the court who had received favors from the Li family.

Even if Li Li Xunhuan were to suddenly go and become an official now, he could easily obtain a position above the sixth rank.

One must know that a county magistrate was only of the seventh rank.

This was the foundation of a great family.

Even if the family was declining, there would still be many connections.

As long as there was a will, they could rise again at any time.

If Li Li Xunhuan, with such connections, were taken back to the capital, he would definitely not die if the imperial court sentenced him.

At most, he would be sentenced to confiscation of property and exile.

But where did Li Li Xunhuan have any home left to confiscate?

As for exile, it didn't matter.

The life of living in seclusion outside the pass for many years was even harder than exile.

And whether he would be exiled or not was still up in the air.

It was rumored that the Empress Dowager thought highly of Li Li Xunhuan.

If the Empress Dowager were to step in, drag the case out, and eventually let it fade away, it would be over.

Many children of high-ranking officials who caused trouble were often dealt with in this way.

In the end, it was still a matter of influence.

The Northwest Wu Lin was too remote.

Lin Xian'er also had a keen eye.

The targets were mostly wealthy merchants and would not provoke official families.

If no one reported the Plum Blossom Thief case to the imperial court, it wouldn't even attract attention.

Therefore, Gu Gu Hanyuan’s proposal did indeed save Li Li Xunhuan.

After Lin Lin Shiyin figured this out, her gaze toward Gu Gu Hanyuan couldn't help but become tender.

"Although Young Master Gu often bullies me there, he has never forced me and is truly very good to me. Twice he has gone to save Cousin for my sake."

Thinking this, Lin Lin Shiyin’s heart rate accelerated, and the peach behind her seemed to be faintly burning.

She had the illusion that it was being played with while Gu Gu Hanyuan was collecting interest.

Before she could calm her heartbeat, the situation in the arena changed suddenly.

Suddenly, an angry shout arose.

Everyone’s expression changed, not expecting that someone would dare to reject Gu Gu Hanyuan’s face on the spot.

One must know that even Xinjian and others from the Northern North Shaolin had defaulted to Gu Gu Hanyuan’s decision.

Of course, the main reason was that Gu Gu Hanyuan had brought up the imperial court.