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

Chapter 184 Retreat

Li Sheng narrowed his eyes slightly, smoothed the corners of his mouth into a line, and his face was as calm as autumn water, but he was actually a little surprised in his heart.

He gently stroked the armrests of the dragon throne, and the warm touch seemed to dispel the doubts in his heart.

His eyes moved between Rong Su and Shen Fengyu with deep inquiry.

His thoughts gradually drifted away, and he kept thinking about when Rong Su and his nephew had their first encounter.

As far as I remember, Liu Ziyu should be casual about things, but he has never paid much attention to the affairs of the court, so he should not be curious about Tian Fengnu.

If Liu Ziyu was really curious about Tian Fengnu, he should have paid attention to it as early as when Rong Yingxin was listed as a candidate for Tian Fengnu.

Why are you only now approaching the woman in front of you?

Li Sheng speculated secretly, and couldn't help feeling a subtle sense of uneasiness and curiosity in his heart.

Could it be that Zi Yu had already realized a long time ago that Rong Yingxin was not the real Tian Fengnu?

A trace of vigilance arose in his heart. When Li Sheng looked at Shen Fengyu, he was stunned for a moment and then lowered his eyes. Why was he doubting Zi Yu? No one knew this child better than him.

He sighed softly, as if to blow away the invisible mist in the air. Then, his eyes refocused and looked at Shen Fengyu, saying calmly: "Forget it. It's time for Zhongzhou to need a lady of heaven and earth to maintain the people's uneasy hearts. Let's set the ceremony for a month later."

After Li Sheng finished speaking, Rong Su was indescribably shocked. She didn't expect that he had succeeded in persuading Liu Ziyu. Li Sheng was really very tolerant of Liu Ziyu.

"Thank you for your grace!" Shen Fengyu saluted Li Sheng with a smile, and then looked at her happily.

Rong Su also smiled back at him, and then saluted Li Sheng.

Li Sheng didn't seem to want to talk to her. He just glanced at her lightly and waved his hand for them to leave.

This was exactly what she wanted, Rong Su thought. She also didn't want to have a face-to-face meeting with Li Sheng. Compared to the kindness and cordiality of the Emperor of Dongzhou towards her, the king in front of her was very dissatisfied with her.

Even if Li Sheng didn't show it, she could feel it.

After leaving Qingming Palace, Shen Fengyu turned around, looked at her, and said with a smile: "Am I considered a person who keeps his promises in the eyes of Master Rong Su now?"

Rong Su actually didn't quite understand why he cared about this, but she still nodded in affirmation.

Shen Fengyu received her affirmation and smiled even wider. He then asked, "Has Lord Rong Su's impression of me improved? Does he still hate me?"

Hearing this, Rong Su instantly understood something.

It turned out that what he cared about was what she had said before.

"Thank you very much. I was a little too extreme in what I said before. I didn't consider your feelings. I'm sorry." Rong Su looked directly at Shen Fengyu and apologized to him with a sincere attitude. She was indeed a little biased.

Shen Fengyu's gaze softened as he looked at her, and he smiled joyfully, "It's okay, that's why I wanted to change your prejudice against me. Now, Master Rongsu, you've finally got what you wanted. In a month, the Tianfengnu Ceremony will be held. I will definitely give you the most precious gift then! Fortunately, there's only a month left, so I'm sure my gift will be in your presence by then."

Rong Su didn't care much about what she heard, because she was not interested in any treasures. She just wanted to complete the ceremony as soon as possible and win over the Central Continent forces to help Shen Peiqing.

Rong Su didn't listen carefully to what he said afterwards until she returned to her residence.

Shen Fengyu turned and looked at her, seeming a little hesitant, not knowing what was bothering him. Rong Su did not urge him, as she was doing him a favor, so she was willing to give him a little more patience.

Seeing that he had mustered up his courage, he took a deep breath and then took out a pale purple night pearl from his sleeve.

When Rong Su saw the night pearl, she was slightly stunned, because it was the first time she saw a night pearl of this color. It was crystal clear, and the pearl emitted a faint lavender light. It was so beautiful that people could not take their eyes off it.

"This night pearl is for you. It is called the Wish-Relieving Pearl. It is a small gift to congratulate you on your upcoming ceremony!" Shen Fengyu solemnly handed the night pearl to her.

Seeing his sincerity, Rong Su was moved, but still felt that the item was too valuable: "I can't accept it."

Shen Fengyu seemed to see what she was thinking. He smiled and put the wish-granting bead into her hand, saying, "I wish everything you wish for will come true. Also, see you in a month."

Rong Su wanted to refuse, but he didn't give her the chance and turned around and left quickly.

Seeing his figure disappear outside the palace gate, she looked down at the lavender wish-granting pearl in her hand, a hint of doubt in her eyes. "See you in a month?" What does this mean?

When she met Wu Youyuan, she understood what Liu Ziyu meant.

"To perform the Heavenly Phoenix Girl ritual, one must go to the Heavenly Palace and seclude oneself for a month to meditate and calm one's mind?"

Rong Su was a little surprised after listening to Wu Youyuan's explanation, which meant that she was going to go to a place to go into seclusion, close her five senses, and cut off from all news from the outside world.

She couldn't help but frown. There were still many things waiting for her to do, whether it was finding the old man who treated Gu Yun, or Shen Peiqing's matter.

She wanted to compromise and negotiate with Wu Youyuan, but Wu Youyuan seemed to see through her thoughts at once, shook his head and refused her outright.

"My lord, a month of seclusion is necessary to become a Heavenly Phoenix Girl. That is why His Majesty said the ceremony will begin in a month. I hope you understand. This seclusion is unavoidable."

Wu Youyuan had said this much, and there was no point in Rong Su continuing to talk, so in the end she had no choice but to compromise.

Before going to the Heavenly Palace for retreat, Rong Su had arranged everything in advance.

Afterwards, after washing up, she went to the Heavenly Palace surrounded by a group of maids in white.

The Heavenly Palace is actually a quiet palace located in the mountains behind the imperial palace. It is located in a remote area and is surrounded by a large bamboo forest. It is also heavily guarded outside.

It can be seen that Li Sheng values ​​Tianfengnu.

Standing in front of the gate of the Heavenly Palace, she slowly turned around and looked at the white clouds slowly floating in the sky, with a hint of depth in her eyes.

I hope this month will be peaceful and not too much will happen.

Praying like this in her heart, Rong Su turned around at the urging of the maid beside her, stepped up the stairs step by step, walked into the Heavenly Palace, and the palace door behind her closed heavily.

I thought that the Heavenly Palace had been unused for a long time, and it must be deserted, or as cold and desolate as a ruin.

But the palace in front of her was elegant and gorgeous, and it didn't look like it had never been uninhabited. However, Wuxuzi had told her that the Heavenly Palace had been vacant for more than ten years since the death of the previous Tianfengnu.

His eyes lightly swept across the clean and luxurious furnishings, Rong Su waved lightly to let the maid leave, and found a chair to sit quietly.

I guess this place is kept in such good condition because someone comes to clean it all year round.

Looking outside through the window, the wall was ten feet higher than the palace wall outside, and only the blue sky could be seen.

Not even a bird can fly in. This heavenly palace is truly an iron wall.

Rong Su couldn't help but sigh quietly, "This Tian Fengnu is really annoying. No wonder Rong Yingxin has always refused to hold the ceremony."

On the one hand, Rong Yingxin was afraid that her fake identity would be exposed, and on the other hand, she might not be able to bear being locked up for a month as if she were in solitary confinement.

There was no point in lamenting. Rong Su could only find something to amuse herself and pass the boring month when she was not aware of what was happening in the outside world.

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Dongzhou Imperial Palace - Hall of the Emperor and Ministers

Xuanyuan You's little face was tense, but his round eyes were filled with an unconcealable uneasiness, and he kept looking at Shen Peiqing who was sitting calmly beside him.

All the lower ministers were in a panic.

Everyone was feeling panic and anxiety about the sudden news.

A minister with gray hair and a beard that reached his chest walked out of the team, clasped his hands together, and began to make an impassioned speech facing Xuanyuan You.

"Your Majesty, please send an envoy to negotiate peace with Beizhou! Otherwise, the people of Dongzhou will be plunged into dire straits!"

If one person wants to bow his head and negotiate, others will follow.

Then two or three more ministers came out and made the same request to Xuanyuan You as that minister.

"Your Majesty, I implore you to send an envoy for peace talks!"

"Please, Your Majesty!"

However, there were other voices that objected to this. Another armored general disagreed with this move and said to Xuanyuan You with a fist:

"Your Majesty, I beg you to go and fight the enemy! Drive those overreaching villains from Northern Continent back to their home continent!"

"That's right! I am also willing to drive away the enemy!"

Another general came forward to petition.

But Xuanyuan You had obviously never experienced such a situation. His eyes were full of anxiety and he kept looking at Shen Peiqing.

Shen Peiqing remained motionless until the discussion in the court continued. He then moved his fingers slightly and opened his thin lips:

"You all, first listen to His Majesty's opinion."

Xuanyuan You looked at Shen Peiqing again, with a little uneasiness in his eyes. Seeing this, Shen Peiqing used the most soothing tone possible to comfort the young emperor.

"Your Majesty, please tell me what you think. The people of Dongzhou also hope that their monarch can save them from their predicament."

Xuanyuan You received Shen Peiqing's encouragement. Even though he was still a little uneasy, he didn't want to disappoint the people, and he didn't want to disappoint the regent even more.

He lowered his head, and when he raised it again, he mustered up the courage to look at the ministers who were staring at him with burning eyes.

Although his voice was still a little childish, he used a firm tone to express his composure.

"I think it's good that the Prime Minister is concerned about the people and hopes to avoid war through peace talks. General Jin's request to fight is also good. If we retreat when another country threatens war, it will inevitably leave the impression of being cowardly and timid to other countries, which will only lead to further contempt."

After Xuanyuan You finished speaking, he saw that the ministers were silent. For a moment, he was not sure whether the opinions he expressed were correct, so he quickly turned his head to look at Shen Peiqing for an answer.

Shen Peiqing gave Xuanyuan You an encouraging look. After seeing it, Xuanyuan You's uneasy mood improved a lot.

Shen Peiqing turned to the ministers again, his eyes deep and firm, scanning His Highness and his ministers. His voice was steady and powerful, like a sharp blade emitting extremely penetrating force:

"Your Majesty is absolutely right. It is a blessing for Dongzhou that you can consider both sides. We in Dongzhou are both open-minded and determined to resist foreign enemies. My Lords, Beizhou is eyeing our country with covetous eyes, and Zhongzhou has not yet made its position clear. We cannot sit idly by and wait for death."

"First, send envoys to Beizhou to show our sincerity in peace talks. If they persist, Dongzhou will never allow them to bully us! We must also prepare for war!"

After he finished speaking, he raised his hand slightly, and instantly all the ministers were inspired by Shen Peiqing's words.

"Yes! We are not afraid of invasion from Beizhou!" General Jin raised his fist, his face full of excitement.

A younger minister stepped forward, kowtowed to Xuanyuan You, and solemnly requested: "Your servant is safe and sound. I wish to serve as an envoy from Dongzhou and travel to Beizhou for peace talks!"

Xuanyuan You looked at Shen Peiqing again. Shen Peiqing gave him a look of affirmation and expectation, which inspired the young emperor. It was like the light of spring breeze and rain, illuminating the confusion and anxiety in his heart.

"Alright, my dear Lord, please stand up. I will appoint you as the envoy of peace and order you to go to Beizhou for peace talks tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Wan An bowed deeply, then kowtowed again with immense emotion, his voice filled with deep determination: "Your Majesty, I am deeply grateful for your grace. I will live up to your trust during this mission to the Northern Continent. I will do my utmost to protect the peace of the Eastern Continent and restore peace to the people!"

Xuanyuan You was also infected by Wan'an's Chicheng, and couldn't help but get excited. He raised his hand and said, "Okay! I believe in you, Lord Wan!"

In the court, all the ministers were infected by his loyalty and courage. They all looked at him with admiration and began to shout "Long live the emperor" and "The regent is wise."

After leaving the court, Xuanyuan You immediately summoned Shen Peiqing to the imperial study.

Shen Peiqing walked over slowly, and as soon as he came in, he heard Xuanyuan You calling him in a childish and somewhat dependent tone.

"Master!"

Shen Peiqing's face grew serious. Although his tone did not contain any accusations, he still gave him a slight reminder: "Your Majesty, I have said before that I am only your subject and cannot be your master."

But Xuanyuan You didn't think so. He felt that Shen Peiqing had taught him a lot in just ten days. He saw the shadow of his brother in this man who was ten years older than him.

"Then what do you think, King Pei, will Wan'an's trip to Beizhou for peace talks be successful?" Xuanyuan You didn't want to upset Shen Peiqing, so he stopped calling him like that and made up his mind to silently accept him as his master.

Shen Peiqing was silent for a while, then turned his gaze to the stove in the center of the hall that was emitting lingering sandalwood incense, and his voice was deep and faint.

"Your Majesty must be mentally prepared."

Although Xuanyuan You is still young, he grew up in this deep palace where people can be eaten. The things he has experienced are not something that ordinary children can experience, so his mind is more mature than that of ordinary children.

Hearing Shen Peiqing's words, he panicked: "Does Prince Pei mean that the peace talks won't succeed?"

Shen Pei sighed lightly, but this sigh foreshadowed his answer, and Xuanyuan You's panic gradually intensified.

But Shen Peiqing did not intend to comfort the young emperor. There were some things he had to take responsibility for, as the saying goes, one should do his job well in his position.

Three days later, a figure was carried back to Dongzhou from Beizhou by a blood-soaked horse.

This scene made the people of Dongzhou panic.

The figure was Wan'an's attendant, who escaped death and delivered Wan'an's secret letter back.

This also foreshadowed the complete failure of the peace talks and the official start of the war between the two continents.