After the indigenous heroine was reborn, she went crazy and reorganized the plot line

Chapter 238 Assassin

The two looked at each other for a long time.

Until a gust of night wind suddenly blew by, bringing with it a biting chill, as if it could penetrate the heavy clothes and reach the heart.

Under the dim light of the palace lanterns, the high-hanging fallen leaves were picked up by the wind, spinning in the air and drawing lonely arcs, and finally scattered helplessly on the cold ground.

Their hair was gently lifted by the sudden cold wind.

Everything around seemed to be frozen in this cold night, only the light of the palace lanterns flickered slightly in the cold air, as if it was the only warmth between them.

When Liu Gong saw Rong Su, he immediately bowed respectfully to her, but did not bend down. "Greetings, young lady. It's cold at night. Why are you here?"

Rong Su thought to herself that this person was really good at taking the initiative.

She didn't respond to Mr. Liu's question, but instead asked, "Mr. Liu, why did you come to this abandoned courtyard so late at night to play the flute? I'd also like to know why."

The two men fell silent again and stared at each other for a long time. Finally, Liu Gong seemed to be defeated and lowered his eyes.

"I was just missing someone, so I thought of playing the flute to comfort myself. But I was afraid that playing the flute in my own residence would cause unnecessary trouble, so I simply came to a remote courtyard to play. If this also disturbs the young lady, I will not play it anymore."

When Rong Su heard this, she couldn't help but frown. It sounded as if she had bullied him and didn't allow him to come here to play the flute to comfort herself.

Maybe Liu Gong is similar to him in some ways, so he always treats him as him.

When I heard him say this, I felt a little unhappy.

"You can play the flute wherever you like. I came here out of curiosity. Now that I know it's you, I have the answer. You can continue."

Rong Su's tone was a little unhappy, but she couldn't tell why she was unhappy. It was this feeling that made her very unhappy.

She was about to turn around and leave, but the next second, Liu Gong called her.

"Miss."

Something might be wrong with her. She actually stopped when she heard his call, and was secretly angry.

"What's the matter?" Rong Su's words sounded a little cold.

Liu Gong walked over and stood opposite her. At this moment, his eyes contained some unfathomable emotions, which seemed particularly deep through the dim firelight.

"I have a question that I can't figure out. I want to ask you, Miss."

Rong Su looked into his black eyes and felt a sense of déjà vu in an instant, including the feeling at this moment.

Subconsciously, she followed his lead and asked, "What's the problem?"

"If you once loved someone very much, but ended up being betrayed by that person, what would you do?"

His eyes were fixed on hers, as if he would not give up until she got the answer. The look was a bit aggressive, making her feel a little uneasy.

Rong Su had to keep some distance from him to get a breath.

The other party seemed to notice her expression and narrowed his gaze a little.

After she calmed down, she was surprised and even a little confused that Liu Gong suddenly asked her such a question.

But such questions also touched her heart.

Very similar to her situation.

However, judging by Liu Gong's behavior tonight, he should be the one who was betrayed, and she was the one who was forced to betray.

"I don't know why you ask me such questions. But if I were betrayed, I would definitely not forgive the other person. Of course, I would not forgive myself for betraying the one I love."

Liu Gong stared at her silently. After a while, he lowered his head and looked humble.

"I'm sorry, I asked you such a question. I'm sorry, you're offended. Please punish me."

Rong Su was not surprised to see him suddenly apologize to her. Normally, he would confess to her immediately after doing something, no matter how big or small it was.

She thought, maybe this is what it was like for palace servants serving nobles in the harem. They always put themselves in a low position, and she couldn't change this situation, even if she didn't like it in her heart.

"It's just a question. Don't worry about it. It's late, go back and rest."

She waved at him and turned to leave.

Rong Su's departing figure was shadowy in the dim light.

Liu Gong stared for a long time, a hint of depth flashed in his black eyes, and a hint of bitterness seemed to be revealed at the corners of his mouth.

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Soon, the ceremony of crowning the queen began.

In the majestic imperial city, the morning light broke through the clouds, all things woke up, and in the peaceful atmosphere, the palaces became noisy.

In front of the magnificent Council Hall, a red carpet was spread out, leading directly to the lofty dragon throne. Palace lanterns hung high on both sides, shining brightly.

The sound of drums and music was deafening, and the civil and military officials in gorgeous court robes were arranged according to their rank and stood solemnly.

Outside the palace, palace maids and eunuchs were walking around, holding trays in their hands. On the trays were pearls and jades, or rare treasures, all of which were gifts.

In the Su Pavilion, the entire attic is decorated with red ribbons, presenting a festive scene.

In the hall, sitting in front of a bronze mirror, Rong Su was wearing gorgeous and complicated attire of a queen, with a precious and luxurious phoenix crown on her head, her lips were as red as nail polish, her eyes were like flowing light, and her whole body was full of grace and elegance.

A Cai stood aside, her eyes sparkling with joy.

"Miss, you are so beautiful! From today on, you will become the master of the harem!"

Compared to Acai's excitement, Rong Su had no expression. It could even be said that he had been hiding deep thoughts in his heart for a long time. All the waiting was for today.

Afterwards, perhaps everything can be restored.

Rong Su glanced sideways at the excited Acai, with a hint of apology in her eyes. She reached out and held Acai's hand.

Ah Cai tilted her head and smiled at her, thinking she was nervous, so she soothed her softly, "Miss, don't worry. All you have to do is sit on the phoenix chariot, go to the Council Hall, hold His Majesty's hand, and step into the Council Hall to complete the ceremony. That's all that's needed."

Rong Su was silent for a moment, and was actually a little afraid to tell A Cai what she wanted to say to her, as she couldn't bear it.

She was afraid that she would not be able to accept the situation that Ah Cai would face next.

But she would definitely do it today, no matter what happened.

Rong Su smiled at A Cai and took out a silver hairpin from the drawer. The hairpin was carved with a lifelike lark, which was cute and elegant.

Ah Cai saw Rong Su take out the hairpin and thought she was going to wear it. She couldn't help but feel distressed: "Miss, today is a happy occasion, it's not appropriate to wear silver, gold is more suitable. I remember you have a golden hairpin, how about I get it for you?"

When Rong Su heard this, she reached out to stop her. Seeing her puzzled look, she explained, "Like you said, today is a happy and festive occasion, and I wanted to give you this hairpin."

As he said that, he stuffed the hairpin into Acai's hand.

Ah Cai was flattered and repeatedly waved her hands to refuse: "Absolutely not, absolutely not! Such a valuable thing, I cannot accept it."

Rong Su was firm, "No. Ah Cai, please accept it. It's a token of my love. I'm happy today, and I want to give you something. Are you going to reject my kindness?"

Ah Cai looked at Rong Su's attitude, then looked at the hairpin, and finally took it.

"Thank you for your gift, my lady. I will definitely cherish this hairpin."

Ah Cai held the hairpin, put it away carefully, her face full of joy.

Seeing her happy expression, Rong Su also felt a little happier. At least she would not feel heavy-hearted about what she was about to experience.

At this time, loud shouts were heard outside the hall.

"Miss, please come into the chariot!"

When Ah Cai heard this, she turned around excitedly and looked outside: "Miss, the Phoenix Chariot is here!"

The smile on Rong Su's face faded a lot. She just hummed lightly, and then remembered something and asked, "Will Liu Gong appear at the banquet?"

A Cai didn't know why Rong Su mentioned Liugong at this time, but then she thought, maybe she wanted to taste Liugong's craftsmanship at the banquet.

Thinking this way, Ah Cai revealed a regretful expression: "Yesterday I heard that Liu Gong was unwell. In order not to affect the ceremony of the coronation of the queen, he asked for leave. He should be resting in his own residence now."

Is he unwell?

Rong Su lowered her eyelids. It doesn’t matter if he doesn’t come.

That way, he wouldn't see what was going to happen, and she wouldn't have to see those eyes that looked like his, revealing emotions she didn't want to see when faced with what she was doing.

However, she would never be able to eat the jade tofu porridge and butter cakes he made again.

Rong Su thought about it and a bitter smile appeared on his lips. He was still thinking about eating at this time. It seemed that Liu Gong had nurtured a greedy mouth in him.

"Miss, it's time to leave the hall." Acai walked in from outside. She had just gone out and communicated with the eunuchs outside.

Rong Su nodded, and with the help of A Cai, she walked out of the hall and sat on the luxurious-looking eight-treasure phoenix chariot.

She walked all the way outside the Council Hall and looked at the civil and military officials in gorgeous court robes lined up on both sides according to their ranks. They stood solemnly, but occasionally a few curious eyes would look in her direction.

From a distance, Rong Su saw a person whom she hadn't seen for a long time but whom she hated very much.

Shen Fengyu was wearing a golden dragon robe embroidered with intricate golden dragon patterns, which sparkled under the sunlight.

He stood on the high platform of the Council Hall, his face full of smiles and joy, his eyes filled with pride and anticipation.

The moment Rong Su's Eight Treasures Phoenix Sedan was carried into the Council Hall, Shen Fengyu couldn't wait to come forward, and every step he took was particularly joyful and steady.

His smile was as bright and brilliant as the warm spring sun, but in Rong Su's eyes, it was just a blade stuck in her heart, and every ray of light was hurting her heart fiercely.

She could only keep comforting herself in her heart that everything would be over soon and she just had to endure it a little longer.

Shen Fengyu had already come in front of her and stretched out his hand towards her.

Rong Su had no expression on her face and raised her hand slightly, but he didn't mind at all and held her hand tightly.

Shen Fengyu held her hand, and they walked side by side towards the Council Hall.

Rong Su walked into the Hall of Supreme Harmony with graceful demeanor. Every step seemed to be walking on the clouds. Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, she slowly walked towards the throne of empress, which symbolized supreme glory.

"A Su. Do you know? I have been looking forward to this day for a long time." Shen Fengyu curled his lips, his eyes full of joy.

Rong Su listened, sneered inwardly, and slowly spoke in a calm tone: "I have also been looking forward to this day for a long time."

Hearing this, he turned his head excitedly and looked at her: "Really? Are you looking forward to it too?"

Rong Su had already observed that the two of them walked into the Council Hall, and there were no one around for the time being. After all, the emperor and empress still needed to burn incense and worship in the Council Hall.

She took out a dagger from under her sleeve and stabbed it into Shen Fengyu's heart.

At that moment, blood dyed her hands red, and also dyed Shen Fengyu's dragon robe red.

He looked at her with disbelief and incredulity, his face even becoming distorted and angry: "Rong Su! How dare you!"

Shen Fengyu used all his strength to push Rong Su away, covered his bleeding chest, and looked at her ferociously.

Rong Su held the dagger stained with the blood of her enemy and laughed wildly. At this time, the guards outside heard the noise and rushed in with long swords in their hands, surrounding her.

"Your Majesty!" Xiao Yilin rushed in and saw that Shen Fengyu was seriously injured. He ran to his side in panic and supported him.

"How dare you! How dare you assassinate His Majesty!" Xiao Yilin looked at Shen Fengyu, who had lost all color, and shouted angrily at the guards beside him, "Go and summon the imperial physician!"

The two guards immediately ran out of the hall.

Shen Fengyu stared at Rong Su intently. The smug look in his eyes just now was now like an icy lake penetrated by the winter wind, cold and angry.

"You're awake now?"

Rong Su watched the blood color on Shen Fengyu's face gradually disappear, curled up the corners of her mouth, and felt unprecedented happiness in her heart.

"Yes, I'm not being controlled by you like a puppet. You must be very upset. Shen Fengyu, today is the day you die. Even if the dagger didn't pierce your heart, it was coated with poison. In a quarter of an hour, you will definitely die!"

Xiao Yilin was the one who could not accept this situation. He flew into a rage and ordered the surrounding guards: "Quickly capture this assassin! Throw him into the Sky Prison!"

Rong Su didn't care at all. When she saw the guards starting to surround her, she didn't struggle.

"Anyway, I'm also poisoned. You can't escape death today, and neither can I. Shen Fengyu, you are tyrannical and cruel. I will not only avenge Aqing, but also for the people of the world!"

Shen Fengyu's vision had begun to blur. Looking at Rong Su, his heart was filled with anger, as if it was burning on fire. However, the severe pain in his heart made it difficult for him to breathe, and he couldn't even open his mouth to curse Rong Su.

Just when the guards were about to attack Rong Su, there was a sudden commotion outside the hall.

"Oh no! There's an assassin!"

Immediately afterwards, two figures rushed in from outside the hall, one on the left and one on the right, holding long swords. The long swords were like invisible rays of light, and wherever they passed, a guard would fall down.

And between the two people, a familiar figure appeared in the backlight, which surprised Rong Su.

She thought her death was near, so she made a mistake and had no hope anymore. However, the man who was clearly wearing Liu Gong's mask took off his skin before coming to her.

At that moment, everything became clear.

When she really saw Shen Peiqing again, her eyes were blurred by tears.

Before Rong Sudu could say anything, Shen Peiqing had already knocked down the guards surrounding her, reached out and held her tightly in his arms.

"Xiao Su."

This sound was like a needle that broke through all her defenses. At this moment, she could no longer hold on and her face was covered with tears.