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Chapter 260 You bastard, she's your sister-in-law

"Is that so?" Gu Chengyan took out a letter from his sleeve and slowly waved it.

"The Emperor has issued an edict to arrest the entire Chu family. Guess what you would choose between the lives of the Chu family and your beloved Han'er?"

Gu Junze's expression changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure: "You're bluffing."

"Didn't you already guess whether it was a bluff or not?" Gu Chengyan smiled smugly. "Big brother, admit it, this time, I won."

Gu Junze was silent for a moment, then suddenly said, "Take me to see Han'er."

Gu Chengyan was slightly surprised, but quickly regained his victorious demeanor: "How you go to see him depends on your ability."

Gu Junze's sword was pointed directly at him.

He moved with lightning speed, rushing towards Gu Chengyan in an instant.

Upon seeing this, the guards all drew their swords and charged forward.

"Clang!" The swords clashed, producing a crisp sound.

Gu Junze forced the oncoming guards back with a single sword strike, his momentum undiminished as he continued forward.

“Brother, you are indeed skilled,” Gu Chengyan said calmly, taking a few steps back. “It’s just a pity that you are destined to lose today.”

Gu Junze's eyes were cold and sharp, and his long sword was like a dragon, each strike aimed straight for vital points.

Although the guards outnumbered each other, they were unable to get close for a while.

Gu Junze was outnumbered, and it would be no easy task for him to capture Gu Chengyan in a short time.

Just then, shouts of battle erupted in the distance. The Shadow Guards had already begun their operation, drawing the attention of most of the other guards.

Seizing the opportunity, Gu Junze flashed his sword, knocking back the two guards in front of him, and charged straight at Gu Chengyan.

Gu Chengyan remained calm, drew his long sword from his waist, and went to meet the attack.

"Clang!" The two swords clashed, sparks flying everywhere.

"Brother, do you really think I don't know martial arts?" Gu Chengyan sneered. "I haven't wasted these years."

Gu Junze remained silent, his long sword flashing like the wind, each move deadly.

The two fought fiercely in the courtyard, their swords flashing like snow, their chilling aura palpable.

Chu Ruohan's heart tightened when she heard the sounds of fighting outside.

She knew Gu Junze had arrived and was fighting Gu Chengyan outside. She had to find a way to get out and help.

She looked at the embroidery needle in her hand, then at the door lock. One more try…

Chu Ruohan carefully inserted the embroidery needle into the keyhole and gently turned it.

After an unknown amount of time, beads of sweat appeared on Chu Ruohan's forehead.

With a "click," the door lock opened.

She pushed open the door and cautiously peeked out. The guards outside, drawn by the sounds of fighting, had left the room.

Chu Ruohan quietly slipped out of her room and moved down the corridor toward the sound of fighting. She had to find Gu Junze and tell him about the Chu family.

In the courtyard, Gu Chengyan had the most men, and it was difficult to determine a winner for a time.

"Gu Chengyan, why did you do this?" Gu Junze thrust out his sword, forcing Gu Chengyan to retreat repeatedly.

Gu Chengyan sneered: "Why? Because she should have been mine!"

"She's your sister-in-law!" Gu Junze said angrily.

Gu Junze considered many possibilities and knew that Chu Ruohan and Gu Chengyan had a feud.

But he never imagined that Gu Chengyan would covet his wife!

"Sister-in-law?" Gu Chengyan laughed sarcastically. "In my past life, I only watched him coldly because of our relationship as uncle and sister-in-law. In this life, I want to make it up to her and give her the best of everything!"

"You've been reborn too?" Gu Junze said coldly. "This isn't love, it's possession, it's pathology!"

Gu Chengyan was enraged, and his swordplay became even more ferocious: "What do you know? You know nothing!"

Just then, Chu Ruohan appeared at the edge of the courtyard. She saw the two people locked in fierce combat and her heart tightened.

"Junze!" she couldn't help but call out.

Gu Junze was delighted to hear the familiar voice, but it also distracted him.

Gu Chengyan seized the opportunity, turned his sword and aimed straight for Gu Junze's chest.

"Watch out!" Chu Ruohan screamed.

Gu Junze reacted quickly, dodging to the side to avoid a fatal wound, but his right arm was still cut, and blood immediately stained his sleeve.

"Junze!" Chu Ruohan cried out in distress, wanting to rush over.

"Don't come any closer!" Gu Junze shouted sharply, while continuing to fight Gu Chengyan with his long sword.

When Gu Chengyan saw Chu Ruohan appear, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes: "How did you get out?"

Chu Ruohan did not answer, but kept her eyes fixed on the battle, looking for an opportunity to help Gu Junze.

"Go back to your room!" Gu Chengyan ordered. "It's dangerous here!"

"Gu Chengyan, you're dreaming!" Chu Ruohan said coldly. "Release us, or I swear I will kill you!"

Gu Chengyan paused slightly, a hint of pain flashing in his eyes.

In that moment of distraction, Gu Junze seized the opportunity, turned his sword, and aimed straight for Gu Chengyan's throat.

Gu Chengyan barely managed to dodge, but a deep wound was still cut on his shoulder.

He grunted and took a few steps back.

Meanwhile, the Shadow Guards had wiped out all of Gu Chengyan's men who had been lying in ambush outside the manor and stormed into the manor.

"Surrender, Gu Chengyan," Gu Junze said coldly. "You can't win."

Gu Chengyan clutched his shoulder, his eyes flashing with resentment and bitterness: "No, I won't lose!"

He suddenly pulled a whistle from his pocket, put it to his lips, and blew it hard.

A sharp whistle pierced the night sky.

Gu Junze's heart sank; he knew this was a call for reinforcements. He had to leave with Chu Ruohan as soon as possible.

Before Gu Junze could take two steps, a sharp sword was already pressed against Chu Ruohan's neck.

The guards watching over Chu Ruohan discovered her escape, immediately gave chase, and apprehended her.

Gu Junze turned his sword and pointed it directly at Gu Chengyan: "Let her go!"

Gu Chengyan sneered and pulled Chu Ruohan in front of him as a hostage: "Do you dare to lay a hand on me?"

Gu Junze's sword stopped in mid-air, his eyes filled with anger and worry.

"Release her, and I'll spare your life."

Gu Chengyan laughed wildly, "Big brother, you're still as arrogant as ever. Do you think I'd believe you?"

Gu Junze's eyes were cold, and the long sword in his hand trembled slightly, but he dared not make any rash moves.

A faint bloodstain had appeared on Chu Ruohan's neck, the bright red blood droplet standing out starkly in the moonlight.

"Let her go. What are your conditions? We can talk." Gu Junze suppressed his anger, his voice low and restrained.

"Talk?" Gu Chengyan's lips curled into a mocking smile. "Isn't it too late to talk now?"

Gu Chengyan retreated step by step, leading Chu Ruohan towards the outside of the manor.

The shadow guards followed closely behind, not daring to make a move rashly.

"Junze, don't worry about me!" Chu Ruohan cried out, struggling. "The Chu family is in danger. You must return to the capital!"

Gu Chengyan pressed the knife against Chu Ruohan's neck even harder. "Speak again, and I'll slit your throat."

Chu Ruohan stubbornly shut her mouth, but her eyes remained fixed on Gu Junze, silently conveying her message.

Gu Junze followed closely behind Gu Chengyan, not daring to relax for a moment.