The improved female villains regained their memories.

His heart was stirred by this, but he quickly fell into a deeper state of confusion.

He knew he cared about Ye Buxin's joys and sorrows; seeing her sad made him inexplicably depressed, and seeing her happy made him feel much lighter. But was this love? If it was love, wouldn't he have first tainted the feelings ostensibly meant for a close friendship?

He remembered their walks together along the moonlit path, her hair gently ruffled by the breeze, occasionally brushing against his arm, bringing a subtle sensation. At that moment, he felt a little flustered, yet he didn't know if this fluster stemmed from his special feelings for the woman or simply from being unaccustomed to such close contact.

He used to spend time with the woman in the study, and the way she focused on reading made him feel very peaceful and happy. He was willing to stay by her side, listen to her occasional soft whispers, and share her brilliant ideas, beliefs, and aspirations.

he.....

That night, Yang Pingsheng sat in Ye Buxin's room, unable to sleep a wink.

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"I live for you."

Yang Pingsheng was interrupted from his reverie when the first ray of sunlight shone through the window.

He remembered what his senior sister had said to him years ago, and looked at the Hexin Jade in his hand.

This was given to him by his senior sister last night when he asked himself to calm down by himself for a night.

She said, "Don't be afraid, don't panic, Pingsheng, I know you need time, I'll give you time."

So he spent the night quietly in Ye Buxin's room.

The jade pendant his senior sister gave him was as fiery as her gaze, but he only felt a heavy sense of oppression.

He didn't want things to be like this at all. Although Ye Buxin kept telling him that it was a waste not to use such a silly woman, he already felt something was wrong.

He couldn't quite put his finger on what was wrong.

Zhou Jinyu's voice was in his ears, but Ye Buxin's dancing figure was in his mind. This intense feeling of being torn apart tormented his soul, making him want to tear him in two.

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Time continues its relentless march forward, showing no sign of looking back.

Fusu came to find Yang Pingsheng with a sullen face, bringing him bad news.

Nangong Qingyang, Qi Pengju, and Wang Jingxing were recommended by Li Si to serve as officials in the imperial court.

Most importantly, on the day the three of them entered the court, an envoy from the Heavenly Guardian Sect appeared and personally supported them.

This news surprised Yang Pingsheng. Since the divine beast fell into a deep sleep and Bai Ze took charge, the Guardian Heaven Sect had never interfered much in the affairs of the human race. Why was he personally supporting the three of them this time?

Fu Su said with a gloomy face, "It might be because of me. The Heavenly Guardian Sect supported the Qin Kingdom before, perhaps because they valued my destiny, but now our destinies have been switched..."

Ye Buxin was a native of the State of Chu.

Nangong Qingyang was the representative of the academy and had considerable connections with the State of Chu.

The two exchanged fates. Although Ye Buxin is currently asleep, it is hard to say what the future holds.

But Ye Buxin is now under Fusu's control. He either needs to find a way to change her fate back or find a way to get rid of Ye Buxin.

Yang Pingsheng had also thought of this and said, "Senior Brother, you promised me..."

Fusu interrupted him, saying, "Junior brother, once I make a promise, I will not go back on it. You can rest assured."

Yang Pingsheng breathed a sigh of relief: "Senior Brother, I will find a way to help you change your fate back."

Fusu laughed and said, "No need. Fate is profound, and so is exchanging life. Since Master has arranged it this way, there is nothing we can do."

Yang Pingsheng said, "Senior Brother, if you feel troubled, I can return to the sect. No matter how Master treats me, I will find a way to make him resolve this matter."

Fusu patted his shoulder and smiled with relief: "There's really no need for Pingsheng. Don't you know your master well? Things have come to this, there's nothing more to say. Besides, I might not necessarily lose. What I'm good at is the power of destiny. Even if my spiritual root, spiritual sea, and spiritual veins are all ruined, I can still use destiny to compete with Nangong Qingyang and the Guardian Heaven Sect."

"Pingsheng, don't forget, I am the senior disciple of the Guigu School, and Prince Fusu of Qin."

Seeing Fusu's unwavering expression, Yang Pingsheng felt relieved.

Yes, how could he lose?

He is their senior brother, the most powerful of all the princes of Qin. How could he possibly lose?

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The First Emperor suddenly issued a new decree, intending to prepare for the southern expedition against the Baiyue.

The intrigue in the imperial court has increased. Today, Fusu has come down from court and has managed to gather all the disciples of the Ghost Valley School together.

Right in front of Li Zhujun, Fusu said coldly, "Prime Minister Li has gone too far. It's one thing to have such a long reach, but to do this, he has gone so far as to join forces with Nangong Qingyang and his group in order to attack us."

Since Nangong Qingyang and the other two were recommended to serve as officials in the court, they have moved out of the young master's residence.

Li Zhujun smiled and said, "Senior Brother, I told you long ago, we should just take care of them secretly. Why bother fighting with that woman over fate?"

Fusu shook his head and sighed, "Fate won't let her die, so what can you do? Junior brother, I don't want you to be devoured by fate."

Li Zhujun chuckled and said, "Senior Brother, you don't need to pity me. You'd be better off guarding against me. I send your intelligence to the Li family every day."

"Is that so?" Fusu waved his hand dismissively, "That's your business, I can't interfere."

He then got back to the main point: "During this southern expedition against Baiyue, Li Tong, the envoy of the Protectorate Sect, exerted pressure on us. My father entrusted this matter to Nangong Qingyang and his group. Since the terrain of Nanyue is remote, I want to send someone along to gather intelligence."

He looked at Yang Pingsheng: "Pingsheng, can I entrust this matter to you?"

Yang Pingsheng nodded: "Okay, I'll go with you."

Zhou Jinyu suddenly stood up and said, "Senior Brother, let me go too."

The room fell silent as everyone turned to look at Zhou Jinyu.

Zhou Jinyu calmly said, "Junior Brother's Gu worms are still not resolved, and he needs my constant care. Besides, intelligence is my domain, and I can place my people in the army."

Fusu nodded: "Alright, then I'll leave this matter to the two of you."

After the meeting adjourned, Yang Pingsheng walked towards his room. Halfway there, Zhou Jinyu suddenly stepped forward and took his hand.

He stopped and turned to look at her, puzzled.

Zhou Jinyu smiled: "Don't worry about it, junior brother. I just wanted you to know that I've always been behind you."

Chapter 621 The First Emperor's Bestowal of Marriage

The peach tree is young and tender, its blossoms bright and beautiful. This maiden is going to her husband's home; may she bring harmony to her family. —From "Peach Blossom" in the Book of Songs (Zhou Nan)

On the day the peach blossoms were in full bloom, the young woman got married.

She married the man she loved most, and from then on, she lived a happy and carefree life.

Through the words in the novel, Zhou Jinyu seemed to see the smile on the girl's face.

She loves peach blossoms and spring, so if possible, she hopes to get married during this season.

And the person I'm going to marry...

She wrapped herself in a blanket, poked her head out, and looked at Yang Pingsheng sitting by the fire.

"Hmm..."

She hummed softly and then shrank back under the covers.

In this life, people have many desires.

She was not a greedy person; all she sought was Yang Pingsheng.

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The First Emperor's decision to launch a southern expedition against the Baiyue tribes required extensive preparation.

One night, the First Emperor summoned Fusu and Yang Pingsheng again. The two of them entered the palace that very night, and Yang Pingsheng saw the emperor again.

The darkness around him dissipated considerably, his eyes became clear, but he remained expressionless, staring blankly into the darkness.

Upon seeing the two of them arrive, he finally came to his senses and said, "The land of Baiyue is where Yu the Great and Xiangliu fought their decisive battle. There are many followers of Xiangliu there, and they also possess the methods left behind by Xiangliu. These methods are different from those of immortals; they are unique demonic secrets belonging to Xiangliu. I have obtained information about Xiangliu from the Guardian Heaven Sect. Take a look."

With a casual wave of his hand, two talismans floated in front of the two men. Fusu and Yang Pingsheng simultaneously crushed the talismans and read the information inside.

He continued, "In this battle, I will not use the Taixu Earth, so I must be even more cautious. I have two concerns: First, whether the cultivation resources in the world are sufficient; second, I am not clear about the current situation in Baiyue."

At this point, the emperor's meaning is self-evident.

Yang Pingsheng was surprised. He had heard Fusu say that the First Emperor had already entrusted the task of conquering the Baiyue to Li Si and Nangong Qingyang. Now that he had said it this way, did the emperor not trust Li Si and the others?

Fusu remained calm. He had already read Xiangliu's message and replied, "Father, leave this matter to us."

He nodded: "Very well. I have high hopes for you and Ping Sheng. I am very reassured to entrust this matter to you."

Yang Pingsheng subconsciously looked up and met the emperor's deep gaze.

"I admire you all because I feel that only you can understand my thoughts."

"I hope you will not disappoint me."

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The First Emperor's attitude was inconsistent; he favored Li Si in court but secretly favored Fusu.

This left Yang Pingsheng somewhat confused about what he was trying to do.

In that final glance before parting, he saw profound darkness and endless loneliness.

What does that man want to do?

On the way back, he and Fusu looked at each other in silence.

The two of them seemed to know, but they also didn't know whether they should know or not.

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The First Emperor has assigned a task, and the original plan must be changed.

Fu Su first discussed with Yang Pingsheng: "Originally, we planned to arrange for you and your junior sister to go in after my father sent troops, but now it seems that you may have to go to Baiyue first to collect cultivation resources from all over the world. This matter will have to be done by your junior sister."

Yang Pingsheng said, "I have no problem. I have spatial abilities, and one person is just right."

Seeing the certainty in his voice, Fusu hesitated for a moment, then said, "Pingsheng, my junior sister..."

Yang Pingsheng interrupted Fusu: "Senior brother, senior sister is a very good person. She can do many things she wants to do. There is no need to waste her time on me alone."

Fusu sighed.

He didn't know how to talk to Yang Pingsheng. If he really wanted to refuse, he should be ruthless, otherwise losing once would mean losing for life.

"Don't tell my junior sister yet," Fusu said. "You should prepare for your trip to Baiyue. I'll find a way to tell her after you leave."