However, Mo Yunjue's gaze suddenly focused on Baili Hongzhuang, his expression filled with surprise and shock.
"Isn't this the unique jade pendant of the Lan family? How did it end up in Hongzhuang's hands? And she's even wearing it on her chest, which means..."
Mo Yunjue's mind raced with countless thoughts. This was indeed very strange.
Feeling Mo Yunjue's gaze, Baili Hongzhuang couldn't help but turn her head, looking at him with confusion, not understanding why he was staring at her.
However, upon noticing Mo Yunjue's gaze, Baili Hongzhuang instinctively held onto the jade pendant on her chest.
She had always kept the pendant hidden under her clothes, but it accidentally revealed itself just now.
But the astonishment in Mo Yunjue's eyes was evident, and it seemed almost unbelievable. Could it be... that Mo Yunjue also recognized this jade pendant?
"Hongzhuang, do you... have a connection with the Lan family?" Mo Yunjue lowered his voice, and only Baili Hongzhuang could hear his deep and magnetic tone.
Upon hearing Mo Yunjue's words, Baili Hongzhuang couldn't help but pause for a moment, her expression changing slightly, but she didn't speak.
Up until now, only Emperor Beichen Cheng knew about her relationship with the Lan family.
Because her connection with the Lan family was incredibly complicated and deeply involved. It could be risky if anyone else found out, so she had never told anyone about this information.
However, she hadn't expected Mo Yunjue to notice it now.
Sensing the change in Baili Hongzhuang's expression, Mo Yunjue spoke slowly, "We've known each other for so long, you should trust that I won't do anything to harm you. If you're not comfortable talking about it, then I won't ask further. I'll treat this as if I didn't see anything."
A faint smile appeared on Mo Yunjue's face as he reassured Baili Hongzhuang. He never wanted her to feel any pressure.
Just by looking at Baili Hongzhuang's expression, he could sense that this matter was far from simple.
He knew a lot about Baili Hongzhuang's background as the Miss of the General's Mansion, but he hadn't thoroughly investigated the rest.
On one hand, it was because Emperor Beichen Cheng was by Baili Hongzhuang's side, and if he deliberately tried to find out more, Emperor Beichen Cheng might notice.
Moreover, regardless of Baili Hongzhuang's true identity, he only hoped that she would live well and didn't have any intentions of prying into her past.
Baili Hongzhuang gazed into Mo Yunjue's deep and profound eyes. For the first time in their long acquaintance, she could clearly see his gaze.
Those profound and pitch-black eyes were filled with care and goodwill, open and clear.
Baili Hongzhuang stared at those eyes. Mo Yunjue had always carried a mysterious veil, and no one could discern his true thoughts.
But at this moment, Mo Yunjue exposed his thoughts in front of her.
So open, without any impurities.
In that instant, Baili Hongzhuang felt relieved.
Yes, Mo Yunjue had always been her good friend, always helping her from the moment they met.
If Mo Yunjue had any ill intentions towards her, he wouldn't have waited until now.
Thinking of this, a hint of apology emerged in Baili Hongzhuang's heart. "Mo Yunjue, I'm sorry. I was too nervous just now."
Upon hearing her words, Mo Yunjue smiled slightly. "It's okay. I shouldn't have pried into such sensitive topics."
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