I took over after the heroine of the abusive novel ran away

Chapter 156: Women’s Love for the Country (9)

Liu Shu just thought it was a little ridiculous.

Murong Cheng only speaks nicely.

All the hardship and helplessness were nothing but excuses to deceive himself and others and to deceive her at the same time.

Is there really no way out? Yes, he is already the emperor. As long as he takes his time, there will always be a way to take power, but it will be a little more difficult.

All in all, marrying Pei Xuan as his queen and winning over the Duke of Zhenguo would indeed help him take power quickly, he just wanted to take a shortcut.

Does Murong Cheng love Liu Shu? He seems to love her, but he loves power and himself more.

People are selfish, and there is nothing wrong with loving power and loving themselves.

If he chose power and really kept his word and let Liu Shu go, he would still be considered a human being.

But he was too greedy. He wanted both. He didn't have the ability to take care of both, but he was reluctant to let go of either.

He kept saying that he loved the original owner and therefore couldn't bear to see her leave, but for the sake of power he gave up on the original owner time and time again, causing the original owner to suffer.

He said that he loved the original owner and could not lose her, but he did not see her commit suicide when the original owner faked her death!

In the end, he even destroyed Liu Shu's happiness with his own hands, making her feel miserable.

People say that love is giving, but he is different. His love forces others to give for him.

How horrible it is to be loved by such a person.

The original owner didn't believe Murong Cheng's promise, let alone her.

Liu Shu raised her eyes to meet Murong Cheng's expectant gaze, slowly raised her hand and placed her palm on his chest.

"Your Majesty, can you really do what you said this time? Can I still believe your promise?"

Murong Cheng held Liu Shu's hand and promised solemnly.

"Ah Shu, I promise, I will never lie to you this time."

A smile appeared on Liu Shu's lips, and her voice was as gentle as water.

"Then I will enter the palace after your majesty and Pei Xuan get married."

Murong Cheng breathed a sigh of relief and a big smile appeared on his face.

"Ah Shu, when Pei Xuan and I get married, I will make you a noble concubine and welcome you into the palace with great fanfare. Don't worry, in my heart, you are my only wife."

The corners of Liu Shu's mouth twitched.

Damn, these scumbag’s quotes made her feel sick.

She pulled her hand back suddenly, and with such force, the nail of her little finger scratched Murong Cheng's palm.

No one saw that a tiny black bug quickly crawled out from between her fingers and drilled into the small blood vessels in Murong Cheng's palm.

"Your Majesty, are you okay? I didn't mean it." Liu Shu frowned, pretended to be worried and pulled his hand to block Murong Cheng's sight, and only let go after watching the insect crawl in.

Murong Cheng felt a slight pain in the palm of his hand. He raised his hand to look at the scratch on his palm. The wound was not very deep, just a blood mark as long as a fingernail, with only one or two drops of blood. Murong Cheng did not care about it, thinking that Liu Shu was just careless.

"fine."

"Ah Shu, we haven't seen each other for a long time since I ascended the throne. Please stay with me in the palace today!"

Murong Cheng wanted to hold Liu Shu's hand, but Liu Shu stepped back to avoid his hand.

Murong Cheng's face changed slightly, and just as he was about to say something, Liu Shu spoke.

"Your Majesty, after I enter the harem, I will no longer be able to take charge of the military power. Time is a bit tight, and some matters in the military camp still need to be arranged."

"Your Majesty wants to see me. We have plenty of time in the future."

Murong Cheng's eyes flickered and his expression eased slightly.

"Ashu is right. Go ahead and get busy! Just don't get too tired."

Murong Cheng's eyes fell on Liu Shu's chest, his eyes full of pity, and he spoke softly.

"You still have old injuries, so you shouldn't overwork yourself. It's better to hand over the military power to Ali and the others. When you enter the palace, I'll have the imperial physician take good care of your body."

"it is good."

Liu Shu lowered her head, with a sarcastic look in her eyes, and responded in a low voice.

He said he loved her, but his actions showed he was eager to take things from her hands.

Liu Shu bowed to Murong Cheng and left the hall.

This time Murong Cheng did not call her again.

"General!"

Qingli was waiting at the palace gate with her horse, and only breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Liu Shu coming out.

Liu Shu took the whip from Qingli and was about to mount the horse when suddenly a voice called her.

"General Liu!"

Liu Shu turned her head and saw the Ninth Prince waving at her from a distance.

"Your Majesty Ninth Prince!"

When she saw the person coming, Liu Shu's eyes flashed slightly.

The ninth prince Murong Xuan is the son of Concubine Yu. Concubine Yu has a poor family background and has been out of favor for many years. Murong Xuan, like Murong Cheng, is a nobody.

At that time, the third prince plotted rebellion and killed many of his brothers. The ninth prince escaped because he was not conspicuous.

The eighth prince died shortly after he ascended the throne. In addition to Murong Cheng, many people also supported the ninth prince Murong Xuan.

Logically speaking, Liu Shu is on Murong Cheng's side, so they should be enemies.

But Murong Cheng suddenly called her out at the palace gate with great fanfare, and no one knew what evil thoughts he was up to.

"General Liu, have you just come out of the palace?" Murong Cheng asked casually.

"Well, His Majesty summoned me and delayed me for some time. Is there anything you want to ask me, Your Highness?" Liu Shu asked directly.

"It's nothing serious. I just met General Liu and said hello." Murong Xuan smiled gently and continued.

"Alas, in fact, General Liu, I always thought you could become my sister-in-law, but I didn't expect that my brother would..."

Murong Xuan did not finish his words. He just looked at Liu Shu with regret and sighed softly.

Liu Shu: ...

She felt that the Ninth Prince might need to practice his acting skills more. The expression on his face was too fake!

Really, this is such poor acting that the ball fell to the ground. How could she catch it? Wouldn’t it look too stupid if she squatted down to pick it up?

Seeing that Liu Shu didn't say anything, the Ninth Prince felt a little embarrassed. He coughed lightly and continued speaking.

"I'm sorry, I don't mean anything else. I just admire General Liu for guarding the border for many years as a woman, blocking the invasion of the Hu people from the south again and again. I really feel sorry for General Liu!"

Liu Shu wanted to sigh. The Ninth Prince’s level of sowing discord was too low!

"Thunder, lightning, rain and dew are all grace from the emperor. There is nothing worth it or not." Liu Shu said lightly.

Murong Xuan savored Liu Shu's words carefully, his eyes brightening slightly.

Hey, it looks like there's hope!

Murong Xuan took out a porcelain bottle from his arms and handed it to Liu Shu.

Liu Shu did not take it immediately, but just looked at Murong Xuan quietly. "Ninth Prince, what do you mean?"

"I heard that General Liu was seriously injured some time ago and has not yet recovered. This is the medicine I bought from a doctor named Luo Shen. I heard that it can cure the sequelae of being injured by sharp weapons. I will give it to General Liu, and I hope General Liu can take care of his health." Murong Xuan explained with a smile.

Liu Shu looked at Murong Xuan with a sincere face, thought for a moment, and took the medicine from his hand.

Seeing this, Murong Xuan's smile deepened

"I still have to go to the palace to see the Concubine Dowager, so I won't bother General Liu anymore. Goodbye."

After returning to Liu Mansion, Qingli, who had been patient all the way, finally couldn't help but ask.

"Miss, is His Highness the Ninth Prince trying to show his good will to you? What does he mean by that?"

Liu Shu threw the porcelain bottle to Qingli, and sneered when she thought of Murong Xuan's plans.

"What do you mean? You are just trying to sow discord. You are just another self-righteous fool."