C256 Attacking the Heart Was the Best Way

Late night at the Duke's estate.

Gu Changping waited in the study, finishing a cup of tea, but the Duke hadn’t returned yet. The steward mentioned that the new monarch had hosted a family dinner at the palace, inviting the Duke and his wife.

As the second cup of tea was nearly done, the sound of hurried footsteps echoed outside.

Gu Changping stood up just as the Duke entered