It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

Habit becomes nature.

"Too."

Xu Shi agreed, "In that case, let's follow the procedure and deal with the mess here before going to the palace."

Just as Pan Ling said, how could he really let Cheng Gujian use him at will and use his own hard work to pave the way for him?

A great gift has been waiting for him.

"As for you... you have made great progress now, so I will give you a little reward."

He continued leisurely, "If you are willing in the future, it would be fine to read my teacher's heart."

"……real?!"

Pan Ling couldn't believe her ears and even wanted to confirm it again.

"If you ask again, it will be false."

"Thank you, master!"

The silly apprentice was very happy because she knew that this reward was a recognition from her master.

Or perhaps the fact that she could read Xu Shi's mind was something worth being happy about.

It seems unlikely to say that she has no worldly desires at all. It can only be said that she has now learned to control her abilities and will no longer be swayed by them.

But it is definitely a great thing to be able to listen to the master's inner voice.

So she couldn't wait to try to read minds.

Xu Shi also kept his promise and took the initiative to open his heart to make sure that she could hear what he was thinking.

then.

[You just used the phrase "revenge for every grievance", right? Is this the image of your teacher in your mind? ]

[Traitor! As a punishment, you are not allowed to eat tonight! ]

……

?

It took Pan Ling a long time to come back to her senses.

So this is just part of your play?

But it must be said that her mental quality is very strong now. At least she has learned to resist the tyranny of her master.

"It's late at night, Master."

She tried to reason with Xu Shi, "I can skip dinner."

Do I need to think about your image? Do you dare to say that you are not that kind of person?!

[Is that so? Then why not save tomorrow's meal as well? ]

"……Yes."

The struggle failed and the foolish apprentice was in tears.

……

The words are divided into two parts.

Unlike Xu Shi's side who ended the battle somewhat easily, the situation in the palace now can be said to be tense.

"Your Majesty! Duke Gu Jian, cough, the traitor Cheng Gu Jian has raised an army to rebel!"

"what?!"

The already nervous little queen was startled and her hands began to tremble unconsciously.

Her anxiety actually originated from Xu Shi. Of course, she also knew that the other party was at war with the Holy See.

To be honest, she certainly hopes Xu Shi wins, since they are now tied in the same boat.

Unfortunately, before he could receive Xu Shi's victory report, he received the news that Cheng Gujian was forcing the emperor to abdicate.

This was undoubtedly a huge blow to her. After all, with her own strength, she would definitely not be able to compete with the strongest person who had been deeply rooted in the empire for many years.

It would be a lie to say that I wasn't afraid, especially at a time like this when I was too busy to handle everything.

No wonder the speed at which intelligence arrives is getting slower and slower. Under such circumstances, how could she have the opportunity to keep abreast of the situation in the Vatican at all times?

But at the same time, she suddenly felt more resigned to her fate.

Is it surprising that Cheng Gujian rebelled? Obviously not.

It can be said that since the moment she was no longer that ignorant girl, she knew that this day would come sooner or later.

It's just that this day came earlier than she expected.

Then the problem is coming.

What should she do?

"Your Majesty...Run!"

The female official beside him was already frightened out of her wits, and kept trying to dissuade him, "Cheng Gujian has already begun to surround the imperial palace, and he has also sent soldiers to guard the residences of the other dukes and earls, and even, there are soldiers from other places..."

How could Dongfang Xiao not know all this?

In fact, if you concentrate carefully now, you can hear the sound of troops outside the palace, as well as the treasonous words of the rebels.

"Want to run?"

She murmured something.

"His Majesty!"

The female official next to him was quite loyal, and even broke her voice in anxiety, "If we don't run now, it will be too late!"

That's true. It takes time to surround the palace, and they still have a chance to evacuate.

But once the palace is completely surrounded, nothing can be said.

As for resistance, there is no need to even think about it. The royal knights trained by Cheng Gujian himself and his own private soldiers are of terrifyingly high quality. It would be a fantasy to solve the rebellion with just the guards in the palace.

Before, he could still borrow the power of Xu Shi, the imperial teacher, but now he himself is tied up and it is unrealistic to pin his hopes on him.

The only way left is to run away. There is a secret passage in the palace unknown to outsiders. You can disguise yourself and save your life first.

If you keep the green hills, you won't have to worry about running out of firewood.

There is no other way.

only.

At the critical moment of life and death, the little queen suddenly seemed to awaken and made an extraordinary decision.

"I won't leave!"

Her voice suddenly rose, and she pulled out the sword that was usually just for display and hung on the side, "Even if I die, I will die here!"

She admitted that there was some anger in her behavior, but more importantly, she didn't want to be a loser again and again.

Throughout her career as empress, she was either manipulated by Cheng Gujian or Xu Shi. Regardless of what others thought, she herself felt that it was a shame to be a puppet emperor.

But she is of royal blood after all! The imperial aura engraved in her bones cannot be faded!

Even if running away might save your life, what's the use?

When people mention her in the future, she will only be a laughing stock.

So, even though she knew there was no chance of winning, she didn't want to back down.

At least when it comes to death, she can die with some dignity.

"His Majesty!"

The female official was extremely anxious. Why should she play the hero at this time? !

"If you want to leave, go ahead. I won't leave!"

Dongfang Xiao roared, "Mobilize all the people in the palace to fight to the death. I will fight the traitors to the last moment!"

"When that moment comes, I will end my life. I will be unworthy of the foundation laid by my ancestors. At least I have not destroyed their bloodline!"

"……Yes!"

Seeing that she could not persuade him, the female official had no choice but to do as she was told.

When she hurriedly went to gather troops, the little empress, who was alone, collapsed again, and her hand holding the sword trembled constantly.

No matter what you say, it would be a lie to say you are not afraid when you are really facing death.

Sitting alone in an empty hall, this fear can easily be magnified infinitely.

She suddenly felt helpless.

Why did it still turn out like this? I have already paid so much, but I still can't change anything?

Before Xu Shi came, I was already in a state of panic. After Xu Shi came, I had to accept his evil training with a pinch of my nose, but I was still forced to abdicate. Didn’t he come here in vain?

Listening to the fighting outside the hall, she suddenly felt like crying.

But she couldn't cry.

At the very least, don't let your enemy see your cowardly side.

The battle outside did not last too long. The gap in strength between the two sides was too great, and the fight was completely one-sided.

Dongfang Xiao knew without hesitation that it was definitely Cheng Gujian's people who had the upper hand and were unstoppable.

And soon.

A flickering flame appeared on the glass of the hall, swaying along with the rebels' shouts of "Your Majesty, please abdicate."

Looking at all this, the little queen felt a little dazed.

When I came to my senses, the person I hated the most was standing in front of me.

"The destiny has changed. Your Majesty is no longer worthy of the throne. Please take the initiative to abdicate."

Cheng Gujian, who was wearing a black cloak, was as calm as ever. He dismissed his men and looked at Dongfang Xiao expressionlessly, saying, "If Your Majesty takes the initiative to abdicate, for the sake of the late emperor, I guarantee that Your Majesty will live a life of wealth and prosperity without worries for the rest of your life."

This is not a discussion, this is a notification.

"……Is it?"

The little queen slowly raised her head and met his gaze.

However, this time she did not avoid it reflexively as usual.

Instead, she sneered.

"Is this what you, a traitor, want to say?"

She stood up, gripped her sword tightly, and shouted without caring about her image, "Then listen carefully!"

"I'll quit your mother!"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 299 Mr. Wen, please!

2023-10-24

"you……"

Maybe it was because Dongfang Xiao's scolding was too blunt, even an experienced veteran like Cheng Gujian was speechless for a moment.

To be honest, although the little queen is a mascot, she is also a beautiful vase from a royal family after all. Being a shrew and scolding in the streets is really too inconsistent with her personality.

"…How could Your Majesty say such vulgar words?"

It took him a long time to say this, and there was even a hint of disappointment in his words, "It really damages the image of the royal family."

"Fuck you!"

Dongfang Xiao didn't buy his tricks at all, and continued to curse as if he was not satisfied, "Your knife is about to chop my neck, why should I keep my posture? Do you think I'm doing this for your ancestors to see?"

What that bad guy taught her was quite effective, she thought unconsciously as she scolded him.

Yes.