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Chapter 155 The instigator is someone else

Yu Shu and Yu Hua, having received orders from Liang Jiang, rode off at breakneck speed, each taking a different route back to the capital from two forks in the road.

Liang Jiang, Gu Xizhi, their senior brother Lu Zhengqi, and the four of them, traveling by day and resting by night, headed straight for the capital. Along the way, they indeed encountered several ambushes.

Fortunately, all four were agile and skilled, and Liang Jiang was also proficient in medicine and poisons. They all arrived at the Shili Pavilion in Shangjing without any major incidents.

Liang Jiang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Gu Xizhi never mentioned the matter of the white silk gauze again, but the oppressive aura he exerted on Liang Jiang along the way was ever-present.

She didn't even dare to look Gu Xizhi in the eye, afraid that he would see through her guilty conscience.

Occasionally, when riding her horse, she would fall behind Gu Xizhi. Gazing at Gu Xizhi's strong and upright figure on horseback, Liang Jiang's mind would wander freely, and some absurd ideas would pop into her head.

Such an outstanding and chivalrous man, why would he fall in love with the emperor's woman? Did the emperor steal her away, or was he simply a womanizer?
What's become of Consort Xin now? She shouldn't be in the palace anymore, right? Otherwise, he wouldn't have been unable to find her for so many years.

As for Consort Xin, although I didn't get a clear look at her in the rush, I don't recall her being particularly stunning. What is it about her that makes Prince Pingxi so infatuated with her, even though she doesn't even look at outstanding women like Xie Wan'er and Jian Shuyan?

What a bad fate.

Upon arriving at Shili Pavilion, Yu Shu and Yu Hua had already arrived one after the other. They had not encountered any ambushes along the way and were all safe and sound. They were overjoyed to see Liang Jiang return safely.

Liang Jiang retrieved the secret edicts from the two men one after the other. To her surprise, both of the forged edicts were intact and showed no signs of being opened.

Liang Jiang and Gu Xizhi, away from the crowd, told him the truth.

"None of the secret edicts have been tampered with. Could it be that there is another traitor, not one of them? Or did they see through our test?"

Gu Xizhi said with a solemn expression, "Or perhaps, there might be a third reason."

"what reason."

"This secret decree is not important to the people behind her."

"Isn't it important that this secret edict can directly determine Tong Shouliang's life or death?"

"It may be important to Tong Shouliang. But the person behind her may not be Tong Shouliang."

Liang Jiang was taken aback: "How do you know?"

Gu Xizhi asked Liang Jiang, "When did these two girls find out that I was going to Xiliang with you?"

"They must have come to Xiliang with Guanqi... No, perhaps they already guessed it when they were at the border."

"Then, wouldn't it be better if she had many opportunities to expose my identity, preventing us all from returning to Chang'an, or even to make us lose to Huyan Chao? Why wait until we leave to make her move?"

Liang Jiang hadn't thought about this problem.

After Gu Xizhi's reminder, she asked with some doubt, "Could it be that the other side also wants to use us to get rid of Huyan Chao?"

Gu Xizhi nodded approvingly: "It's not just Huyan Chao, but also me. He's targeting me, not you."

"Tong Shouliang wanted to use someone else to do the dirty work? That doesn't make sense, it definitely wasn't him! He knew perfectly well that doing so was too risky and could expose the original conspiracy."

"That's why I said that there might be someone else behind it all."

Gu Xizhi's words silenced both of them.

A very bold idea popped into Liang Jiang's mind, but she immediately suppressed it.

This is not a thought I should have.

The situation in the imperial court is complex and multifaceted. Why should an outsider like myself get caught up in it?
Instead of pressing for details, she asked Gu Xizhi, "What about Yu Shu and Yu Hua? Should I just send them both away?"

Gu Xizhi shook her head with a solemn expression: "Even if you get rid of the two people, there will be a third. It will be even more difficult to guard against."

For now, this person doesn't seem to have any ill intentions towards you, so it's best to pretend you don't know anything. Be careful and cautious in your actions; there might be a time when you can use them in the future.

His idea coincided with Liang Jiang's.

He nodded and said, "That's fine. I also want to know who it is that has dared to reach out to me."

No sooner had she finished speaking than she heard a rustling sound from the roadside. Gu Xizhi immediately turned her head alertly and whispered, "They're here again, everyone be careful."

With a series of "whoosh" sounds, one after another, green figures leaped out from the roadside bushes.

All four understood that this was inevitable, and how could Tong Shouliang sit idly by and wait for his death?
Even if it means a fight to the death, we must stop Liang Jiang from returning to the capital.

The opponents, all dressed in blue robes, with ferocious masks on their faces and wielding sharp blades, blocked the way for the six men. Without uttering a single word, they swarmed forward, each strike deadly.

The six showed no fear and calmly dealt with the situation, each displaying their skills.

Lu Zhengqi raised his voice to Liang Jiang and said, "The city gates are open. I'm here, so you and the prince can leave without worry, Junior Sister."

Liang Jiang didn't take it seriously at all: "A few petty scoundrels, let's deal with them together."

Gu Xizhi urged, "We're only a few miles from the capital. Once we're inside, we'll be safe. I'll cover you as we ride away immediately, so we can catch Tong Shouliang off guard."

Liang Jiang thought for a moment. These assassins were after her. If she left, they would naturally retreat.

Therefore, I stopped worrying about it: "Okay, you all be careful."

Gu Xizhi swept through the crowd of men in blue with her long sword, and said with concern, "You have a secret decree from the King of Xiliang in your hands this time. Tong Shouliang will surely be brought to justice."

Just remember these four words: know when to stop, and never take anything too seriously.

"Why?" Liang Jiang asked as she fought and retreated, "Why should we stop?"

Gu Xizhi stood with her back to her and said, "It's nothing. I just know you like to take things seriously, and you're impulsive and reckless. I'm afraid you'll get hurt."

Liang Jiang said self-deprecatingly, "I'm not a fighting rooster."

Her description is quite apt.

Gu Xizhi couldn't help but smile: "So, are you ready for battle now?"

Liang Jiang straightened her back and nodded firmly: "Ready!"

"Okay, let's go."

Gu Xizhi turned around, her longsword flashing a dazzling white light, the sharp sword energy forcing back the approaching man in blue, covering Liang Jiang as she mounted her horse.

The eldest brother pulled out two shiny black iron lumps from his pocket and tossed them into her arms: "I brought these palm-struck thunderbolts from Yuhua Mountain for you to use in self-defense."

Liang Jiang accepted the challenge without hesitation, and under the cover of Gu Xizhi and the others, she flicked the reins and galloped away.

Just as she expected, the man in blue, seeing her leave, did not linger and immediately gave chase.

The group fought and traveled, and soon Liang Jiang arrived at the capital city.

The city gate stands tall before us.

As the sun rises, it breaks through the sea of ​​clouds in the east, and in an instant, golden light shines everywhere, gilding the city gate with a layer of golden sunlight.

Liang Jiang looked down at her toes, where a few dried bloodstains remained.

My hands were tanned a bit by the sun and were noticeably rougher.

There seemed to be a slight body odor.

The days he spent with Gu Xizhi, from going to the Demon Lord to retrieve the Golden Longevity Star to the trip to Xiliang, were all tumultuous and exciting. He had never been as calm, elegant, quiet, and peaceful as other women.

Even returning to Beijing today, he was in such a sorry state.

Fortunately, they returned safely.

My father's injustice is finally about to be avenged. Tong Shouliang, I, Liang Jiang, have returned and will surely make you pay for your crimes in blood.

Taking a deep breath and flicking the reins, Liang Jiang rode straight into the capital city, heading straight for the imperial palace.

(End of this chapter)