The improved female villains regained their memories.

"This is the change in the female villain Su Murong."

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It was already evening when Su Murong returned.

She returned looking weathered, and even though she tried her best to hide her emotions, Yang Pingsheng could still tell that she was very confused.

That's exactly what happened.

When Su Murong angrily confronted the man, he acted indifferent and said, "Lady Su, I don't understand why you're so angry. The reason you made a deal with us was to keep your lover alive, wasn't it? Now that the elixir is working very well, why are you angry?"

"Our previous transaction involved Crimson Blood Grass." Su Murong trembled with anger. "Later, you told me that you could refine pills, and I assumed you were using Crimson Blood Grass. But I never expected that you would actually use human blood!"

"Human blood is more effective than Crimson Blood Grass, that's a fact." The man became impatient. "Besides, where would we get so much Crimson Blood Grass for you to use? Immortal herbs are precious and should be used elsewhere."

"My mother said she can support me for ten years!"

"Then you can go find her." The man spread his hands. "Anyway, I only have human blood here, not Crimson Blood Grass."

Su Murong was trembling with anger and gave him a severe beating.

Because it happened in the palace, the incident escalated, and both of them were escorted to the main hall by the guards. Since they were the Empress's people, Wang Tiande was too busy to deal with it, so he simply let the Empress take charge.

In the Empress's palace, the Empress looked at Su Murong and said in a calm tone:

"Mu Rong, you have to understand me. Crimson Blood Grass is used in many other places. Besides, the pill I gave you now is quite effective, isn't it?"

Su Murong, who was kneeling below, suddenly raised his head, his body trembling, and slowly said, "But Mother, you said before..."

"That was before. I never thought that the Crimson Blood Grass also had the function of beautifying and protecting the skin. The Five-Turn Pill made from it can make one ageless and light-body, and regain youth."

The Empress smiled slightly, raised her hand to signal the servant beside her, who nodded and left, soon presenting a box.

"I know you blame me for lying to you, but you should know that I am now your mother. You call me 'Mother,' so I will treat you as my own child. What parent in the world wouldn't love their own child?"

She had a servant hand the medicine box to Su Murong, then smiled and said, "This was just made from Crimson Blood Grass. You should go back and use it too. After using it, I guarantee that you and your little lover will be loving and affectionate from now on, and live happily ever after."

"Mother." Su Murong did not take the medicine box, but kowtowed and said, "Your son does not want this medicine, he only asks that Mother restore the promise you made at the beginning."

After kowtowing for a while without any response, Su Murong looked up and saw the other person's gloomy face.

"Mu Rong".

The Empress's smile faded, and she said slowly, "You must understand me."

In short, it blocked all possibilities.

Su Murong could only take the medicine box, say goodbye, and leave. On her way back, she descended into the woods and wandered there alone, not daring to go back for a long time.

How should she talk to Yang Pingsheng?

How should she explain this to Yang Pingsheng?

Yang Pingsheng has regained his memory and is no longer that child. Su Murong understands his personality; if he knew that she had been giving him this medicine, he would never forgive herself.

What should I do? Tell the truth?

This wasn't her fault, and she didn't want it to be like this. She didn't want to hurt anyone, and she never thought of using someone else's life to save Yang Pingsheng. That's why she went to find the Crimson Blood Grass, and that's why she made a deal with the Empress.

Yes, none of this was her fault; she was also deceived.

As long as you tell Yang Pingsheng the truth about all of this, I believe he will understand you. Yes, that's it!

Su Murong made up his mind and was about to head home when he froze in his tracks.

But... what if Yang Pingsheng refuses to take his medicine?

That's right. If she told the truth, Yang Pingsheng wouldn't blame her, but he wouldn't take that medicine anymore. And in the current situation, since she can't get the Crimson Blood Grass, Yang Pingsheng's condition can only worsen.

Even with medication, his five senses are already impaired; if he doesn't take it...

Fear gripped Su Murong's heart.

The swirling snow blinded her, and even her spiritual energy couldn't ward off the cold. In a flash, she was transported back thirteen years.

That year—

The crimson afterglow shone in, and the figure on the roof beam swayed precariously, connected by hemp ropes that creaked and groaned.

The paper slipped from my hand, drifting and floating, then drifted to the ground with the snow and disappeared.

"don't want!!!"

Su Murong roared suddenly, his voice carrying spiritual energy that shook a snowflake off a tree.

She doesn't want that!

That year, as winter turned to spring, Su Murong's mother died that very night.

Now, on the eve of winter, Yang Pingsheng has also encountered such a situation.

Is Yang Pingsheng going to die like his mother?!

Do not……

No no no no no no no no no no no no no no!

Absolutely not!

Su Murong's eyes became clear, ruthless, and resolute.

She can't let that happen.

Once someone has made up their mind, there's no way to change it.

However, despite having made such a decision, she became confused when she actually faced Yang Pingsheng that night.

How to do?

What to say?

Is it deception? Or the truth?

She prepared the food and placed it on the table, then stood there absentmindedly, holding her bowl and chopsticks.

Neither of them mentioned what had happened during the day; Yang Pingsheng didn't say anything, nor did Su Murong.

However, Su Murong was unaware that Yang Pingsheng already knew he had been taking this medicine, so naturally, she didn't notice the complicated look in Yang Pingsheng's eyes.

She wasn't the only one in a state of confusion.

"Remember, your smile should be genuine and caring," the system's voice echoed in Yang Pingsheng's mind. "Don't try too hard, just let it come naturally."

bother.

very annoying.

Yang Pingsheng was really annoyed that he had to keep taking pills made from human blood and still put on a smiling face.

At the same time, he was also tormented by emotional turmoil.

On the one hand, his understanding of Su Murong made him feel that Su Murong was not that kind of person; on the other hand, the definition emphasized by the system kept lingering in his mind and could not be shaken off.

It is in her interest that I am involved.

That's why she went to great lengths to protect herself, even using pills made from human blood.

This wasn't what the system said, but following the system's instructions, he could only think of this one level.

He was willing to listen to Su Murong's explanation. Perhaps she had her reasons, perhaps she didn't make the pill, perhaps she was unaware of it, or perhaps she only realized it after he brought it up today.

He really didn't want to follow the system's plan and inexplicably show some concerned smile.

He just wanted to have a good talk with her.

but--

"Brother, I'm sorry, Xiaohan was wrong..."

"Little brother, waaaaah, little brother..."

The final scene of his two previous lives slapped him in the face once again.

I don't want a tragedy to happen.

I don't want to see this again.

In no mood……

The pain tormented Yang Pingsheng's soul repeatedly, making him feel like he was dying.

Finally, he smiled slightly and used his chopsticks to put some food into Su Murong's bowl.

"Xiao Rong, eat. You look thinner."

Su Murong looked up at him.

That year, snow fell heavily.

"Are you stupid?"

"Ah, you're from that day..."

"Yes, that's right, I'm the one who lied to you that day. Are you stupid? You're famous around here, you know that?!"

"Hold on."

A piece of candy was handed to him.

When I looked up, I saw that smile that I will remember for a lifetime.

"Give."

Men work themselves to the bone outside, just so they can come home to find food under the warm orange light and their wives sleeping soundly.

Women give everything without complaint, just so that their children and husbands can live peacefully every day.

Sometimes, people make decisions over such trivial matters.

So in an instant, Su Murong made up his mind.

After dinner, Yang Pingsheng stood in the courtyard. Su Murong cleared away the dishes and came out. Under the latter's puzzled gaze, he calmly took out the pill.

Yang Pingsheng never expected the other party to do this. His mind went blank, and he almost subconsciously asked, "What are you doing?"

"Take your medicine."

Su Murong's tone was calm, without the slightest fluctuation.