0p0 Chapter 239 The Princess of the Subjugated Country 8
Chapter 239 The Princess of the Subjugated Country 8
Seeing this, Shao Mingyu secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
However, before the smile could last even a second, Qingyu suddenly said, "Shao Mingyu, do you know why I always target you?"
The sudden roll call startled Shao Mingyu, who quickly shook her head.
Qingyu's eyes were full of smiles as she slowly approached her, her dark hair falling down and silkily brushing against Shao Mingyu's cheek. The latter was momentarily dazed, feeling the warm voice whispering in her ear: "This princess knows that you are not as innocent as you seem. You like Rong Jinnian, and this princess will not compete with you for him. On the contrary, I hope your wish comes true."
Shao Mingyu trembled, her face drained of color. She instinctively wanted to refute, but then suddenly realized that she had always wanted to climb up to Rong Jinnian, hadn't she?
But why did she feel so bad?
After saying that, Qingyu turned and left briskly, leaving the three of them with their own thoughts.
Rong Jinnian watched Qingyu's departing figure, secretly determined to dispel her misunderstanding of him; Li Mo worried whether Qingyu truly believed Shao Mingyu; while Shao Mingyu was preoccupied with Qingyu's warning, knowing full well that this princess was far more mysterious than she had imagined, and she didn't know how to break through Qingyu's misunderstanding of her...
After the banquet, Qingyu stayed in the palace for a few more days. The rumors and gossip had stopped, but several maids in the princess's palace had been replaced.
Qingyu didn't go to Emperor Chen to ask for specific details, but simply had the system keep an eye on Rong Jinnian. She didn't believe that this guy would behave himself.
The system, feeling both guilty and curious, asked, "How can you be so sure? Aren't you attracted to him?"
Qingyu's eyes flickered, then she suddenly remembered something and narrowed her eyes slightly, "I almost forgot to ask you, how much did I do in my past life?"
The system was startled and tried to evade the topic by making up an excuse, but when faced with Qingyu's persistent and insightful gaze, it inexplicably didn't want to hide it anymore.
However, he only said it tactfully: "You and Rong Jinnian are a match made in heaven, a perfect couple, deeply in love... It's a pity that you ended up losing everything."
Qingyu's lips twitched. "Can't you speak in plain language?"
System: "...You should also know about the kind of female protagonist in tragic novels, right? You're just as miserable as her, or even more miserable."
Qingyu raised an eyebrow slightly. "How bad is it?"
The system chuckled twice. "I remember a tragic novel where the female protagonist was completely deceived by the male protagonist, her family was wiped out, and she was sold to a brothel, where she suffered endless torture before dying... Your tragic fate is about the same as that!"
Upon hearing this, even though Qingyu was somewhat prepared, she couldn't help but feel a little surprised.
Following the system's lead...
Qingyu clenched her fist suddenly, a fierce glint in her eyes. "So that's how it is. It seems I was incredibly stupid before."
No wonder she used to despise Rong Jinnian.
Thinking of this, Qingyu took a deep breath to calm herself down.
Just then, an announcement came from outside that Rong Jinnian was requesting an audience.
Qingyu was angry at the time, and this person bumped into her. She felt she would be doing herself a disservice if she didn't vent her anger.
He immediately gave a cold laugh, his eyes icy, "You've come at the perfect time."
After saying that, she straightened her clothes and walked out of the room with a graceful air.
From afar, Rong Jinnian, dressed in brocade robes and with a tall and straight figure, certainly looked like a fine young man.
But in Qingyu's eyes, there were only two words above this person's head—
Scumbag!
When Rong Jinnian saw Qingyu arrive, his face was full of gentle smiles. He stepped forward and said, "Princess Qingyu, it's been a long time."
His eyes were lingering and full of deep affection, making one's heart tremble.
Looking at his fake face, Qingyu felt only disgust, but still pretended to be coquettish and asked, "What brings Your Highness here today?"
“You can call me Jin Nian.” Rong Jin Nian gently interrupted Qing Yu, then took out an exquisite box. “I heard you love jewelry, so I specially found this for you.”
He opened the box while speaking—
It was an extremely bright and beautiful pearl. Even though Qingyu had seen many jewels, she had to admit that this pearl was truly a top-quality gem.
but……
Can't admit it!
Qingyu immediately took the box calmly, opened it, glanced at it, and tossed it aside. "What does Your Highness mean by this? Do you think a little jewelry can make up for your previous mistakes?"
My gaze kept drifting, almost imperceptibly, to the jewelry... I felt a real pity.
It's a pity that it was given to me by that scumbag.
Rong Jinnian was taken aback, not expecting Qingyu to reject him so bluntly. He pursed his thin lips and a look of disappointment flashed in his eyes.
He admitted that he had ulterior motives at first, but now he truly cared about Qingyu. He never expected to be so disgusted by Qingyu, and his heart felt like it was being torn apart.
He vaguely felt that this shouldn't be the case; his relationship with Qingyu should have gotten closer and closer!
Seeing the person opposite her standing there dumbfounded and speechless, Qingyu's eyes turned cold, and she continued, "This princess is not as easily fooled as before. Your Highness, please leave. We are not on the same page, so there is no need for you to waste your time on me!"
Rong Jinnian's face was somber, his hands clenched into fists, and his resentment and bitterness poured out.
Qingyu could sense the murderous aura emanating from the other party, but so what?
She looked down at everything from her high position, turned around gracefully, and her skirt drew a beautiful arc in the air, which also showed her ruthlessness.
Rong Jinnian suddenly realized he was about to lose her, even though he hadn't gained anything in return...
Just as Qingyu was about to turn around and go back to her room, Rong Jinnian suddenly said urgently, "Qingyu! I don't know what I did wrong before, but I'm sincere now. If you mind Shao Mingyu, I can... resolve it!"
Qingyu paused, a slight smile playing on her lips, her bright eyes filled with sarcasm.
Without turning her head, she turned her back to him and sneered, "Sincere? Your Highness probably doesn't even know what sincerity is, and besides... I can't bear the responsibility of a life."
He was about to leave when Emperor Chen suddenly arrived outside, without even having anyone announce his arrival.
Qingyu smiled, her eyes crinkling, "Father."
Emperor Chen smiled, then looked at Rong Jinnian, his brows furrowing slightly. "I heard that the prince was here, so I came to see him."
Rong Jinnian hurriedly bowed, but Emperor Chen waved his hand, turned his gaze to Qingyu, his eyes full of heartache, "Yu'er, don't upset yourself."
Qingyu nodded obediently.
Emperor Chen then looked at Rong Jinnian, "If Your Highness has nothing else to say, you should return home as soon as possible. My daughter will not be bullied by anyone."
Rong Jinnian was surprised, but he also knew that this was the Chen Kingdom's palace, and his every word and action could not escape surveillance. In the end, he gritted his teeth and had no choice but to take his leave.
After Rong Jinnian walked away, Emperor Chen gently patted Qingyu's shoulder with heartache and sighed, "Yu'er, I know you are intelligent, but you must remember that I will always support you."
His gaze revealed a sense of vicissitude, and for some reason, Qingyu felt a warmth in her heart. She sincerely thanked him, "Thank you, Father Emperor."
She knew that no matter what lay ahead, as long as Emperor Chen was there, she would not be easily schemed against in this palace.
This further strengthened her resolve to protect Emperor Chen.