The little eunuch scowled miserably. Seeing the Xuan Shuang sizing him up with a grin, he had no choice but to treat a dead horse as a living one, treating him as a life-saving straw. He stepped forward and begged, "Lord Baylor, in this Snow Song Palace, only you have the right to speak in front of Young Marshal Yun. Please have pity on this servant and say a few good words. Maybe I can persuade him."
The Xuan Shuang had an idea and pulled the little eunuch away from him. He lowered his voice and said, "Alright, you are here to deliver my Empress's decree. I won't make things difficult for you. I'll do my best to persuade him, but it might take a bit longer. Wait here for me. Without my order, you are not allowed to take a single step. "The little eunuch hurriedly expressed his gratitude. The Xuan Shuang warned him again and again, then turned around and returned to the window. He resumed his previous posture, leaning against the wall and leaning on the window frame. He said, "My Empress wants to see you. Do you know why?"
An Yesun impatiently said, "I'm not her. How would I know?" The Xuan Shuang heard that An Yesun was also treating him coldly. The atmosphere suddenly changed. He sighed and said, "I'm not her either, but I know. Li Shifu led the Red Banner army to the Clear Sky Stronghold, but they returned in defeat. My Empress is in such a hurry to see you because she wants you to settle this matter. "
An Yesun was slightly angry. "I think she's getting more and more muddle-headed! She wants me to help that good-for-nothing Li Yijie clean up his mess? " "You can't say that," the Xuan Shuang said, "In Jianghu right now, the fiercest rivalry is between the Clear Sky Stronghold and the Sacrifice Shadow Sect. Both sides are fighting each other. Sooner or later, there will be a winner. You know the current Hierarch of the Sacrifice Shadow Sect, don't you? And your relationship is quite good? " He had been thinking about how to mention Jiang Liechen to him, but he didn't know his exact attitude so he didn't dare to speak abruptly. This time, he borrowed the little eunuch's message and found the perfect opportunity.
An Yesun hadn't recovered yet. "That's right," he said, "How did you know? You suddenly thought of asking this … Did you see him in the Hall of the Dead during the ancestral worship? He … What happened to him? " Towards the end, his tone actually became very gentle, unlike when he mentioned Jiang Liechen, when he was full of bitterness and hatred.
Xuan Shuang said in his heart, "What did you want to ask? 'Is he alright?' Looks like I didn't guess wrong. Things between you two aren't that simple. " He smiled slyly and said, "Him? He's doing quite well. He succeeded the Hierarch as he wished and is riding the crest of success. This time, he personally entered the ancient tomb under the dilapidated village to retrieve the Seven Evils Treasure. "
An Yesun smiled faintly. "So that's how it is. Heh, he was still the same as before. So, how are your gains? " Xuan Shuang sighed. "I'm ashamed to say this, but the Jueyin Zither was stolen from the Hall of the Dead long ago. Although he obtained the Soul-severing Tear embedded in the treasure box, he underestimated the enemy and lost it. At the final juncture, the treasure still fell into my mother's hands." He pretended to be dejected as he answered, but he was secretly laughing. An Yesun smiled faintly. "He still made such a low-level mistake … Compared to before, he's much worse. This is called being blinded by lust. "
Xuan Shuang chased after him. "Are you close to him? This relationship is really confusing. I thought you two were irreconcilable enemies, but now that you've mentioned it, you two seem to be very close. What's going on? "
An Yesun sighed faintly. "Yes, it's not as simple as just knowing each other. He's the person I mentioned before … I've indeed been good brothers with him for more than ten years. We both studied at the Shadow Sacrifice School and admired Menglin at the same time. We could be considered friends and also rivals in various aspects. However, my skills weren't as good as his. No matter which time we competed, I was always at a disadvantage. There was only one time when we barely managed to tie, but it wasn't glorious because Menglin didn't love anyone. Later, she had someone else in her heart and angered the Hierarch. We acted on our own and let her escape. Not long after she left, she disappeared without a trace. I told you about this just now. At that time, I was so angry and anxious that I completely lost my ability to think. Coincidentally, I heard a few words that seemed to be comforting but were actually driving a wedge between us, so I blindly vented my anger on him. After so many years, I've also thought it through. Menglin's disappearance can't be entirely blamed on him. The main responsibility is still mine. Back then, your mother instigated a falling out between us. Don't think that I didn't know what she was up to. I can only blame myself for not being firm enough and allowing her to take advantage of me. I don't want to pursue this matter any further. In this lifetime, I probably won't have the opportunity to see him again. I don't hate him, but I won't really forgive him either. There's a saying that a mountain can't accommodate two tigers. Based on our status and background, perhaps it's impossible for us to have a pure friendship. As for Noble Consort Yun and I, we walk different paths, we can't make plans together. Toward her ambition to pursue power, I really don't have any interest. I don't want to work for her anymore, but the deal hasn't been settled yet, for the time being it's not good to be stiff. Right now I just hope that she can investigate Menglin's situation for me as soon as possible. As long as I know that she's living a happy and safe life, I will be satisfied. The rest of my long life will be in vain. "
Xuan Shuang said in his heart, "Amazing, I thought I was depressed enough, I didn't expect you to surpass me. I only hate that I was born six years later, I didn't get to see this great beauty. Unexpectedly Shao Shuang Shao was willing to do this for her. You said that I look like Jiang Liechen? I'm afraid that's not necessarily the case. Otherwise, how could Xiao Xuan not like me? " He cleverly changed the topic and said, "If you're willing to take on this matter, it's actually not entirely because of my Er Niang's order. It's a good thing that you're killing several birds with one stone. Ay, don't misunderstand, I'm not trying to persuade her. Listen to my analysis and you'll understand. "
An Yesun humphed coldly and said, "If it were someone else who dared to talk to me endlessly like this, I would have killed them with one palm."
Xuan Shuang laughed and said, "Alright, I know you're giving me special treatment. Listen to me, first of all, it's an old saying that's very popular right now: In Jianghu, the two most fiercely competitive factions are Qing Tian Zhai and the Sacrifice Shadow Cult. Qing Tian Zhai is just a newly emerged gang of bandits, but in the past few years it's been growing stronger day by day, becoming the number one power in the Wulin world. Although you have broken off relations with Cult Leader Jiang, the Sacrifice Shadow Cult is still the place where you grew up. Wild birds love the old forest, fish in the pond think of the old abyss. Even a blockhead would have feelings for the old place. You can't bear to see it decline day by day, can you? Consider this your way of repaying the late Hierarch and showing your filial piety as a son. Moreover, six years ago you wrongly blamed Jiang Liechen. Now you're helping him resolve his desperate situation and returning him some old feelings. This is your way of showing your brotherly virtue. As for the third thing, it's a little narrow-minded, but it's practical enough. You said that you've been fighting both openly and covertly for many years, and you've always been at a disadvantage. Now you have a great opportunity. Think about it, a group of bandits that even Jiang Liechen is helpless against … "
An Yesun interrupted, "He's not helpless. Based on my understanding of him, he's proud and arrogant. He just doesn't want to waste his energy on this. In his eyes, no matter how strong Qing Tian Zhai is, it's just a pile of trash. "
Xuan Shuang said, "Yes, but who knows what you're thinking if you keep it to yourself? People only believed in what they saw and heard. If Jiang Liechen can't deal with those bandits and you easily subdued them, then isn't it obvious that you're more capable than him? Qing Tian Zhai is famous and powerful. Once it's destroyed, it'll definitely spread like wildfire in the martial arts world. You'll finally be able to hold your head high after so many years of sullenness. Besides, if you help him settle this matter and return the old favors, you'll officially cut off all ties with him. You won't owe him anything. "
These words struck a chord in An Yesun's heart. He was silent for a long time before replying, "That's fine. Let's do as you say. "
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The atmosphere in the Snow Song Palace was chaotic. Shen Shiyun sat upright on an old-fashioned wooden armchair in the middle of the palace. Her face was tense, and her fingers lightly rested on the armrest. Under the rays of the setting sun, her nails, which were painted with impatiens balsam flower juice, reflected a cold light. Together with the silver hairpin on her head, it made her look dignified and beautiful. However, there was also an invisible Yin energy that frightened people's souls.
Li Yijie sat on a small wooden stool at the side with his head lowered. Ever since he returned to the palace to report his defeat, Shen Shiyun didn't say a word of reproach. She also didn't say anything to him. She only brought him to the main hall to sit down. Li Yijie's heart thumped wildly. He had an ominous premonition that something bad was about to happen. Shen Shiyun didn't say anything now, which made him feel even more terrified, as if a storm was about to come. He secretly glanced at her a few times, but she didn't seem to be moved at all. She always maintained her original expression, leisurely watching.
After a long time, a shrill announcement came from outside the hall, "Lord Baylor Ling has arrived! Shao Shuai Yun has arrived! " Li Yijie was startled; he almost jumped up. He was just about to ask when he saw that Shen Shiyun's face looked extremely unhappy when she heard that her son was with An Yesun. But her mood was faintly discernible. In just a moment, she recovered her initial calmness and returned to smiling face.
Li Yijie felt a sudden pain in his heart, as if a steel needle had pierced his body. He thought, "Yun 'er is not what she looks like. She changes her face so quickly. When she smiles at me, who knows how much is true and how much is false? Hey, hey, but looking at the situation, she doesn't even want to waste her expression when she smiles at me. "
He raised his eyes to look outside the door. His gaze was completely attracted by the person in front of him. He was wearing a long silver robe, made of precious silk and satin. The lower part of the robe was woven with blue stripes. A moon-white silk belt was tied around his waist. His upper body was covered with a breastplate that was decorated with bright silver crystal chips. Several bright silver pendants hung from his shoulders. Behind his neck was a furry shawl made of fur. At this time, he was dressed like a pampered young master. This was once the most ruthless killer in Jianghu, An Yesun. When Li Yijie saw him for the first time in the tea house, he had already labeled him as a cold-blooded killer. Now he was really not used to seeing him dressed like this.
After not seeing him for six years, his face had been sculpted by the passage of time. It was even more angular and handsome. His expression carried a little bit of weariness, a little bit of melancholy in his coldness, adding a little bit of handsomeness. In front of him, Li Yijie unexpectedly felt ashamed of his inferiority. Although he was sitting, looking at him standing in front of him, he couldn't help but feel restless. It was as if he had offended the Lord and should immediately get up and give up his seat. He stole a glance at Shen Shiyun's eyes, but he didn't see any envy. Only then did he have a kind of indescribable peace of mind.
An Yesun walked straight to the middle of the hall. Without looking sideways, he cupped his fists toward Shen Shiyun and said indifferently, "Greetings Noble Consort Yun niangniang." Without waiting for her to answer, he walked to the side of an idle taishi chair. He lifted the corner of his robe and casually flung it. He calmly sat down, his face was still cold and detached. His every movement could be said to be domineering and elegant at the same time. The Xuan Shuang was just about to follow him when Shen Shiyun lightly coughed. Under her intimidating gaze, the Xuan Shuang had no choice but to unwillingly walk behind her chair and stand still. He pouted his lips to express his dissatisfaction.
Li Yijie stared at An Yesun, jealousy rising in his stomach. He thought, "I came earlier than you. When I saw that taishi chair, I knew my place. I knew that as a subordinate, I shouldn't rashly overstep my boundaries and sit on the same seat as the master. You didn't avoid it at all, as if this chair was originally set aside for you to sit on. Yun 'er didn't blame you either? Why can I only sit on this broken wooden chair? Is this the difference in treatment? "He felt that this idea of fighting spirit was very naive, but he still couldn't restrain the tumbling of his heart.
Shen Shiyun smiled and said, "Young Marshal Yun, you're busy all day and can't sleep well. This Consort asked someone to summon you to the hall. I didn't disturb you, did I?"
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