His words were full of sarcasm and were full of venom. Shen Shiyun knew that Li Yijie was a righteous person. He must have seen a lot of tragedies along the way. He must have been touched by it and vented his anger on him. But in her heart, she was full of disdain. She said indifferently, "Those who achieve great things should not bother about trifles. In order to let more people live in peace and happiness, the interests of a few people must be sacrificed. There is no other way. This consort would like to ask Alliance Head Li, you disappeared for a month. I heard that you went overseas to avoid disaster? How are you doing? Since you still know to come back, you should act like an alliance head. My plan is already halfway through. When are you going to send troops to respond? "
Li Yijie listened to Shen Shiyun's indifference to human life. His heart was full of resentment. But he knew that arguing with Shen Shiyun would not only be fruitless, but he would also be humiliated by her in the end. Because her ideas were deeply ingrained, he did not think that he had enough strength to make such a big move that was more difficult than turning the situation around.
His hands clenched into fists on his knees. With great difficulty, he waited for her to finish her impassioned speech. Then, he said in a flat tone, "No need. I'm very sorry to disturb your beautiful dream. But I came here today to reply to Niangniang — our deal is canceled. As for my betrayal, I can only say sorry. But I can't betray my own conscience! But I believe that you have a lot of capable people with lofty ideals under your command. They will all risk their lives for you. One less person is just one less stubborn person in your eyes. It won't have any real impact on your so-called 'great plan'. " It took him a great deal of effort to restrain his temper that was on the verge of exploding, so that his words were calm and his heart was calm.
Shen Shiyun's expression immediately turned cold. She knew that Li Yijie would make things difficult, but she did not expect that it would be so difficult. Her tone also changed from warm spring to cold winter. She said, "Why is this so? When did this consort treat Alliance Head Li badly? "
Li Yijie looked up and met Shen Shiyun's eyes. Under her heavy makeup, her heart had long been completely covered. Even if he pushed aside the layers of fog, he still couldn't see the graceful figure clearly. No matter what, that was not his Yun 'er.
The scene of him escaping death on the volcano's peak appeared again. He suddenly woke up from his illusion. He bit his stiff lower lip and said, "Yes, you did not treat me badly … but if you want to do bad things to me … to the person who is most important to me, then you will offend me as well. Let me ask you, what deal did you have with Manor house Master Xia that you would do anything to please him? "
Shen Shiyun was naturally a smart person. After listening to Li Yijie's direct questioning, she immediately understood what he meant. He smiled contemptuously and said, "Oh? . So you are Niangniang............. ................ were................. ................... Yes, it was this consort who personally handed her over to Manor house Master Xia … "
Li Yijie's palm involuntarily slapped the table with a 'bang' and shouted, "Why are you doing this? You said you wanted to keep her as a hostage. I weighed the pros and cons and had no choice but to agree. At the same time, I also told you to take good care of her. You promised me that you would just treat her to tea and chat … but what about you? What did you do? You knew that if Manor house Master Xia took her away, it would endanger her life... I really wonder if you didn't know the consequences, or … this was your plan all along? Since you betrayed me first, why should I pledge my loyalty to you? "
Shen Shiyun sneered, "Alliance Head Li, aren't you being too wishful thinking? You clearly said that Nangong Xue was this consort's hostage. To put it bluntly, she was a prisoner who was at my disposal. Do you really want me to treat her like an honored guest? Moreover, you haven't returned for a month. You have exceeded the time limit we agreed on. This consort has the right to execute the hostage. It just so happens that Manor house Master Xia has the military strength and financial resources to help me seize the throne. Since that's the case, I naturally have to do him a favor. You are a person of Jianghu, so you should understand the ways of the world. If you want to rope in an expert like Manor house Master Xia, how can you give him too little benefits? "
The more Li Yijie listened, the angrier he became. He said, "If you want to rope in a collaborator, you have to give him a lot of benefits first, right? Then what about me? You've been ordering me around for a long time, but have you ever given me any benefits? Why are you so confident that I'll work for you like a horse without complaint? You just need to give me a look, and I have to run around everywhere for you. In the end, I have to be picky? Everyone had their own self-respect. No one was born an idiot, and no one was born to be cheap and willing to be stepped on by others. What's more, what you want me to do is something that goes against my conscience. Ha, is that enough? Since I'm so insignificant in your eyes, what else do you need me for? You can find another collaborator. Perhaps he will listen to you and dig out his heart for you. No matter what, that person will not be me. "As he said this, he stood up, unwilling to look at her again.
Shen Shiyun also stood up at the same time as he turned around. She sneered and said, "Alliance Head Li, you are a great hero whose words carry enormous weight. You can't go back on your words, can you? You personally promised to help this consort seize power. Before the deal is settled, no one can go back on their word. Could it be that you would rather be ridiculed by the heroes of the world for the rest of your life? Could it be that in the future, when people mention you, they would say that Alliance Head Li is a villain who goes back on his word? " After saying this, she knew that she had hit Li Yijie's soft spot. With a victorious smile, she looked at him proudly.
Li Yijie slowly turned around, but he did not 'wag his tail and beg for pity' as Shen Shiyun had hoped. Instead, he smiled faintly and said, "Heh, 'a man's word carries weight'. It is precisely because of this' a man's word carries weight 'that I am now in a dilemma! Recently, I have finally thought it through. There are some unreasonable promises that I don't need to keep. There is no need to keep promises made by some people with a human face and a beast heart! Who knows what you say now, but when the matter is done, how will you go back on your word? You don't need to use words to provoke me. If I really promise you, I will be spurned for the rest of my life. "After a pause, he asked," How is Tang Shaoshi now? "
When Shen Shiyun heard him mention Tang Yuancheng, she knew that he still had concerns in his heart. When it came to friends, he was always unable to ignore them. But at this time, she was the one in charge. Her arrogance suddenly returned. She smiled and said, "Tang Shaoshi, that righteous hero who likes to meddle in other people's business like you. Humph, humph, it's really funny. He was so warm-hearted, but what happened in the end? Didn't he still end up being detained in the Imperial Clan Court, waiting for the verdict? Right now, nothing has happened, but stealing the Commander's Seal can be a big or small matter. The Emperor is busy with state affairs. This consort does not want to trouble him with this small theft case. Why don't I handle it in private … It's just that, if you repeatedly refuse this consort and make me feel bad, it may be difficult to judge the case fairly. What will happen in the end, even this consort can't say for sure. "
Li Yijie looked at Shen Shiyun in disbelief. He said, "You … you actually know how to talk. You are confusing right and wrong, and only decide the punishment based on your own likes and dislikes?"
Shen Shiyun smiled and said, "So what if I admit it? Just because of this sentence, are you going to ask the Emperor to behead me? The path of officialdom has always been so dark and gloomy. As long as you have enough status, you can play with power and wantonly manipulate the fate of others. When you have no power and no influence, even if you are a talented person, you will still be abandoned by others like a pair of worn-out shoes. You will be like a pile of garbage on the corner of the street that no one cares about. Everyone can bully you. But even if you are a good-for-nothing, if you can put on a glamorous title to support your appearance, there will still be a swarm of people scrambling to curry favor with you. Any of your shortcomings, in their mouths, can be glossed over as unprecedented strengths. Therefore, since ancient times, power and influence have been so hot, something that tens of thousands of people want to pursue one after another. It can't be said that sacrificing one's head, spilling one's blood, protecting one's home and defending the country … It sounds good, but in reality, isn't it just for one's own selfish desires? Isn't it just a matter of life and death? In this Queen's opinion, they simply don't dare to face her. They are a hundred times lower than us! Therefore, if you want to seek justice for those lowly and filthy people, when you are in the middle of it, it is best that you don't speak carelessly. It is useless. But when you are also in a high position … Do you know why when the peasants first rebelled and preached about the uprising for the people, when they really ascended to the throne, in the end, they were no different from the previous incapable ruler? That is because they have already broken away from the group of oppressed people and started to become rulers. At any time, people will only think about the interests of their own class. Therefore, they once again walk the same old path … It is truly laughable. Alliance Head Li, right now you have no other choice. Instead of saying that Tang Shaoshi's life is in this Queen's control, it is better to say that it is decided by a single sentence from you. You should carefully consider how you are going to answer me, right? Isn't he your most valued brother and friend? "
Li Yijie's heart trembled, but at the same time, another voice shouted in his ear, telling him not to be deceived by one-sided words. Since he had come this time, it was to explain this absurd transaction clearly. How could he be sloppy again? He resolutely said, "Then do as you wish. But heaven has its own justice. I don't believe that I can let you be arrogant for the rest of your life. Before you do those things, ask your own conscience first. I don't deserve to be called a hero, but it's the most basic thing a person can do, and that's to know where they stand. If I am led by the nose and do nothing, I will have lived in vain. Everyone's life and death are predestined. I don't owe them anything. Before, I was risking my life for others. From now on, I will live for myself. You can no longer threaten me. Yes, feelings are my biggest weakness. For example, the person you admire the most has also mocked and ridiculed me many times. Of course, for me, as a friend, I don't want to see you deviate too far and eventually be unable to turn back. I hope that you will stop now and live a good life. This is my last … and only piece of advice. "
Shen Shiyun sneered and said, "How dare you! You think you are worthy of ordering this Queen? What is heaven's justice? Even the heavens are on the side of those in power. Don't make any more stupid struggles. "
Li Yijie said, "Yes, I really don't have the right to order you. I can't meddle in your business, but at least I can decide my own life. We have different political views, so there is no need to say anything more. I don't need to stay here and annoy you. But … I have the obligation to tell you that your enemy has officially become a demon. I was there and saw it with my own eyes. You know that he has been brooding over An Yesun's matter for many years. And I am just an executor of your orders. He hates me so much that he wants to kill me. Tracing back to the source, wasn't it you who instigated it first, which led to the disaster in the future? With his personality so similar to yours, do you think he will let you go easily? When the time comes, your bodyguards won't be able to protect you. I advise you to make early plans and take care of yourself. Goodbye. "
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