章節 733: Chapter 733: The Duke's Perfect Counterattack in the Trial (2)_1

Those who had been sure that the Crown Prince was the mastermind behind the scenes and had decided that they would not show him a good face today were bewildered by Chu Heng's mild demeanor, which didn't seem at all like someone on the verge of a major event. They were at a loss, uncertain whether Chu Heng was feigning calm or truly had a clear conscience.

Chu Heng pretended not to see their speculative gazes; his expression became even more amiable as he walked step by step to his designated spot, coincidentally standing diagonally across from Mo Yan.

Xiao Ruiyuan stood below Chu Heng, staring intently at the woman opposite him until she sneaked a glance at him and gave him a faint smile. Only then did the forbidding aura that surrounded him soften somewhat.