novelaction Chapter 186 Life or death is uncertain
Chapter 186 Life or death is uncertain
After saying that, Li Cheng stood up from the stool and knelt down towards Shen Qingge, his gratitude evident in words.
Shen Qingge, who was sitting opposite, was shocked by this action. She hurriedly stretched out her hands, trying to help Li Cheng, who was kneeling on the ground, up.
After finally helping Li Cheng to stabilize himself, Shen Qingge asked him about his condition over the past few months with concern.
Li Cheng still looked at Shen Qingge with gratitude and said:
"My benefactor, ever since we parted ways in Anshan Commandery, I have followed your advice and joined the Hexi Army.
I also soon discovered that I was actually quite suitable for staying in the military camp.
Marshal Liu Fu was considerate of his subordinates and strengthened the training of us new recruits. He also took us to the border from time to time for actual combat experience.
No, this step completely changed my destiny."
After saying that, Li Cheng started to circle in front of Shen Qingge.
Shen Qingge responded with a smile:
"Yes, that's true. Look at you now that you're wearing this uniform, your whole spirit and energy have changed!"
At this time, Marshal Liu Fu, who had been quietly listening to the conversation between the two, also smiled and interrupted:
"Haha, it turns out you two are old acquaintances! Speaking of which, this Li Cheng is truly a genius at leading troops in battle!
It is truly impressive to see such remarkable progress achieved in such a short period of time.
I have to thank my niece Qingge for sending such an outstanding talent to our Hexi Army!"
Shen Qingge couldn't help feeling a little embarrassed after hearing the other party's series of compliments.
She lowered her head slightly and said softly:
"Brother Li, please don't be so polite all the time, calling me 'benefactor' all the time.
In terms of age, I am a little younger than you.
How about this? From now on, I'll call you Brother Li, and you can call me Qingge.
Thinking back, I saved you all by pure chance.
Besides, when I saw that you were very capable and smart, I thought you were a good candidate for the army, so I recommended you.
The fact that you have achieved such success now is entirely due to your own strong abilities!"
When Li Cheng heard this, a simple smile immediately appeared on his face. He scratched his head and said:
"Hey, then I'll call you Sister Qingge from now on, okay?"
At this moment, Xiao Heng, who was sitting in the main seat, suddenly became gloomy.
He pursed his lips tightly, a hint of displeasure flashed in his eyes, and he interrupted with a slightly stiff tone:
"I never thought you two had known each other for a long time, and it seemed like you had a pretty good relationship!"
After saying this, he pretended to be nonchalant and casually lifted his robe.
Marshal Liu Fu, who was lying on the bed, was a worldly-wise man and instantly noticed the subtle change in the atmosphere.
He quickly tried to smooth things over with a smile, cleverly changing the subject:
"By the way, I haven't thanked the king for taking us in yet. This is impolite and really shouldn't be done! Li Cheng, quickly thank the king!"
Liu Fu was seen trying to get up from the bed again with trembling hands. Upon hearing this, Li Cheng immediately clasped his fists and saluted, his movements being neat and respectful.
Yun Yi, who was standing behind Xiao Heng, saw Marshal Liu Fu struggling to get up, so he quickly stepped forward to support him and said softly:
"Marshal Liu, you should just continue to lie down. Don't be too polite, or your wound will burst open again!"
At this time, Liu Fu took a few breaths, calmed down a little, and continued:
“However, I am deeply worried.
You took us in out of kindness, but if Emperor Xiaowu gets to know about this, it will surely bring endless disasters upon you!
I, an old minister, cannot bring trouble to the king and the people of Lingnan, so it is best for me to leave as soon as possible."
"Hey, Marshal Liu, you don't have to be like this! There is no such thing as an impenetrable wall. My third brother will definitely know about this.
Moreover, he never intended to let me go!
As a veteran minister of my Beiling Kingdom and a Marshal that my father relies on, how could I abandon you?"
Xiao Heng looked at Liu Fu with a determined look, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes. Then, he turned to look at Shen Qingge beside him.
Seeing this, Shen Qingge smiled slightly and added:
"Yes, Uncle Fu is overthinking it. The situation is already like this. Even if you leave now, Xiao Mo may not let it go.
It would be better to face it together with us, maybe there is still a glimmer of hope."
Her words were gentle but powerful, and people couldn't help but believe them.
"Niece, listening to what you and the king said, is there a deep conflict between Emperor Xiaowu and you?" Liu Fu asked in surprise.
Shen Qingge nodded, his tone calm but mixed with a hint of coldness:
"That's right, Uncle Fu, there are so many things going on here, and there are so many things you don't know!
Take His Highness for example. Although he was originally a little weak, he had recovered long ago after careful treatment in the palace.
Who could have imagined that Xiao Mo, in order to eliminate his rival in the fight for the throne, actually gave his own brother the most sinister poison in the world.
As a result, His Highness became unable to move freely and was confined to a wooden wheelchair for several days, and he nearly died!"
Liu Fu widened his eyes, surprised and angry:
“How could such a thing happen?
This Emperor Xiaowu is simply as vicious as a snake and scorpion. Such a cruel person really deserves to be punished by heaven and killed by everyone! "
Then, Liu Fu's tone softened again, he cleared his throat and said with embarrassment:
"Um, niece... I heard... weren't you married to Emperor Xiaowu? Why are you here?"
After saying that, he glanced at Xiao Heng subtly. It was clear that there were different feelings between these two young men.
Shen Qingge was stunned for a moment. Yes, in the eyes of the uninformed world, she was still the eccentric woman who only knew how to run around Xiao Mo all day long. How could she change her personality in a short time?
However, from now on, she no longer wanted to hear from others that she had anything to do with that vicious person.
So, she gritted her teeth and responded:
"Uncle Fu, there's no need to talk about those old things! How can I live with someone who harmed my family?
Before the Shen family was confiscated and exiled, I saw the clues and found an excuse to leave the Qin Palace and go into exile with my mother's family.
If I stay with that person for even a moment longer, I'll feel utterly disgusted!"
When she said this, Xiao Heng had been listening quietly beside her. When he heard the last sentence, the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously.
Shen Qingge sighed again and continued:
"I'm sure Uncle Fu, you must have heard something about it along the way.
Back then, my father and brother were framed by Xiao Mo, their military power was taken away, and their lives and deaths were in danger.
On the road to exile, Xiao Mo still refused to let us go and sent countless assassins to wipe out our Shen family!"
Having said that, Shen Qingge rarely showed extreme disgust. He was so angry that his whole body was shaking and he couldn't help but clench his fists.
Grandma and the others suffered a lot along the way, and just based on this, there is no way she would let Xiao Mo go!
Seeing this, Liu Fu quickly comforted him:
"Good boy, don't be too angry. It's not worth getting yourself hurt by anger.
It’s all your fault, Uncle Fu. You’ve been guarding the border for a long time, but you didn’t even know that your niece has suffered so much!
However, since things have come to this point, then... Your Majesty, Qingge, do you have any plans for dealing with this situation?"
At this moment, Yun Yi, who was standing behind Xiao Heng, interrupted:
"That's not right, Madam Shen. You just said that Lord Shen's life or death is uncertain."