Indeed, that was the case…
Gu Ruxue had cast him aside, turning him into a laughingstock among the noble families. For the past two years, he had been confined within the walls of Duke Changning's Mansion, living like a timid coward. He lacked the courage to venture outside, living a life worse than that of animals.
But…
None of that mattered.
Once upon a time, Gu Ruxue had fawned over him, attempting to secure a marriage alliance.
His father's lack of prestige had led him down this path.
But none of that mattered.
She had once been the woman he admired, the one who had tried to win his favor.
If she were to become the new Queen, it meant that he had once possessed a glorious past, having caught the attention of the woman he had once admired.
And she had even tried to win his favor!
That was enough for him.
With unwavering confidence, Lu Jiming asked in an arrogant manner.
The housekeeper snorted.
