interrupted Ji Qingxi's endless daydreaming.
When he looked closely, he saw two martial arts students fighting. One of them had made a mistake and failed to shoot properly. He had accidentally fallen to the ground and the spear in his hand had broken.
Knowing that he had made a huge mistake, the martial arts student hurriedly knelt down. The other martial arts student beside him also knelt down.
Without waiting for Yang Huo to ask, Yin Bishan shouted angrily," You reckless thing! BenGong's good mood today has been ruined by you!”
Yang Huo's face was sickly and he didn't say anything. The Crown Prince and the others present did not dare to say a word. Only Great General Qi frowned slightly.
Seeing this scene, Ji Qingxi sighed with emotion. This was the real palace. She was extremely glad that she didn't live in such an environment.
"Empress, please spare me, Empress, please forgive me. This lowly one guarantees that there won't be a next time.”Wu Sheng begged.
"Men! Give me wine!" Yin Bishan cleared her throat and ignored him.
Wasn't it just a slight mistake in his performance? Yin Bishan still wanted to kill him. Lu Xiao, who was in the corner, was really furious. If it wasn't for Ping Yuxiao trying his best to hold him down, Lu Xiao, who didn't care about the consequences, would have charged forward.
Ji Qingxi shivered. She suddenly felt a familiar aura from Yin Bishan. It was Gu Shixuan's aura.
Yin Xiazhen was already used to her sister's ruthlessness. She was kind and could do nothing about her sister's apathy.
It wasn't hard to see that the entire situation of the Jin Shuo Dynasty was already in Yin Bishan's hands. Yang Huo was critically ill and delirious. He was almost obedient to Yin Bishan and had no control over the situation. The Crown Prince was young and did not have any real power. It was difficult for him to compete with Yin Bishan.
A eunuch walked up to the two of them with a plate of poisoned wine cups. The other martial arts student, who had been gloating at their misfortune, turned pale and exclaimed,"Niangniang, I didn't do anything wrong, I really didn't!”
"If you screw up your acting and he dies, do you still want to live? Hurry up and drink!" Yin Bishan waved her hand impatiently, signaling them to hurry up.
The two martial arts students picked up the poisoned wine with trembling hands and drank it. It seemed that they were doomed.
Yin Bishan laughed coldly." I'm in a good mood today. You still have a month's time. Luxiang can torture you slowly."”
The two martial arts students fell below the stage. They were in unbearable pain. They hugged their heads and rolled around, screaming.
It was Lu Xiang! The main character had finally appeared!
Lu Xiao, who was originally furious at Yin Bishan's actions, instantly calmed down and asked Ping Yuxiao what he should do next. At the same time, Yin Xianyin and Ji Qingxi looked at each other. Since they were too close to Yin Bishan, they could only think about it themselves.
Finally, there was news of Luxiang. Ji Qingxi looked at Guanling Platform and had a flash of inspiration. She gave Yin Xianyin a look, telling her to pay attention to his next move.
Yin Xianyin immediately understood and nodded.
Ji Qingxi stood up and respectfully said,"Empress, Ji Qingxi has a few words to say. Please allow it."”
"Speak." Yin Bishan glanced at the young master and took a sip of tea.
Seeing Ji Qingxi take action so quickly, Lu Xiao and Ping Yuxiao were very worried. He had thought of a countermeasure so quickly? Ping Yuxiao hurriedly pulled back Lu Xiao, who was about to charge out again. He secretly prayed that he, Ji Qingxi, wouldn't bump into a knife.
Yin Xiazhen gripped her seat tightly, feeling anxious for Ji Qingxi. Could it be that he wanted to plead for mercy on behalf of those two martial arts students? Thinking about it, with her sister Yin Bishan's personality, she would only make things worse if she helped him. Yin Xiazhen, who was unable to use her strength, looked extremely worried.
"Empress, these two people don't know what's good for them and ruined Empress's mood. They really deserve to die.”
When Ji Qingxi said this, everyone was speechless. Was he here to add insult to injury?
"Niangniang, you are such a noble, beautiful, and magnanimous person. There is no need to fuss over such a small matter.”Ji Qingxi said with a smile. Having accompanied the tiger in the Divine Religion for many years, he had his own unique way of dealing with certain matters. "Ji Qingxi is willing to perform a sword dance for the Empress in order to celebrate.”
This Ji Qingxi was quite good at saving time and managing things. She was also very likable when she spoke. Yin Bishan nodded in satisfaction." Alright then. If your swordsmanship can make me feel comfortable, I'll fulfill one of your wishes."”
"Many thanks, Empress." After saying that, Ji Qingxi smiled handsomely. Yin Bishan's words were exactly what he wanted. Ji Qingxi stepped off the stage and walked onto the stage.
Yin Xianyin and the others seemed to understand Ji Qingxi's intentions. She was a person who knew how to adapt to circumstances, and they heaved a sigh of relief.
With Yin Bishan's permission, Ji Qingxi took the longsword bestowed by the emperor.
He drew his sword, and a cold light flashed. He leaped and danced. The white sword light was like an arc and a bow, sometimes up and down, sometimes left and sometimes right, flashing like lightning. His sword technique was exquisite and natural, and his posture was elegant. Everyone on the stage was dazzled, and for a moment, there was silence below the stage.
His figure reminded Yin Xianyin of Helan Zhixuan, who had light steps and perfect swordsmanship. Yin Xianyin noticed that Yin Xia was really intoxicated by his movements, and she didn't expect that a handsome man would be able to win a woman's heart so easily. It was Helan Zhixuan's swordsmanship that had charmed Yin Xianyin that night, and now Ji Qingxi's swordsmanship had charmed Yin Xia again.
Yin Xiazhen admired every movement and stance of his sword. In her daze, she felt that his sword technique was completely different from last night's. Last night's sword technique was fierce and full of resentment, but today's sword posture was graceful and gentle.
Yin Bishan nodded in satisfaction.
Everyone's focus was on Ji Qingxi's sword stance." What an expert swordsman!”Qi Wu Shang could not help but sigh in his heart.
After the sword dance, Ji Qingxi strode forward, returned the sword, and went up to the stage to bow.
"Not bad, not bad. No wonder you were so confident at the beginning. You're really an expert!”Yin Bishan clapped her hands, and the cold expression on her face disappeared.
Ji Qingxi returned the longsword to the guard, went up the stage, and walked in front of the king and queen.
"Thank you for your praise, Empress." Ji Qingqing spoke in a clear and polite voice.
"Whatever you want, just tell me." Yin Bishan revealed her straightforward side.
Yang Huo's eyes were dazed and he didn't pay much attention to her.
It was time. Ji Qingxi paused for a few seconds and glanced at the martial arts students who had just drunk the poisoned wine and were now wailing in the corner. She felt that the time was ripe." Ji Qingxi hopes that the Empress can give them the antidote and give them a chance to turn over a new leaf.”
"Are you pleading for them?" Yin Bishan's expression changed drastically, and she frowned at Ji Qingxi, as if she wanted to see through something.
Yin Xia was really frightened. Knowing Yin Bishan's character, she knew her elder sister's methods. She was afraid that Ji Qingxi would be in danger, so she hurriedly walked to Ji Qingxi's side and explained,""Elder sister, Young Master Ji is from the Central Plains. He is not familiar with the matters of the palace and does not care about the severity of the matter. For Xia Zhen's sake, please do not take it to heart.”
Yin Bishan hesitated for a moment, then nodded. She waved her hand to signal Ji Qingxi to leave and not pursue this matter anymore.
"The Empress has just promised that if my swordsmanship is satisfactory to the Empress, I will agree to Ji Qingxi's request.”Ji Qingxi refused to back down and insisted. He knew that if he backed down now, his chances of getting the antidote would be even slimmer. He already had a preliminary understanding of Yin Bishan, so he could only give it a try.
Yin Xiazhen hurriedly tugged at the corner of Ji Qingxi's clothes, but Ji Qingxi remained unmoved. Yin Xiazhen didn't know what to do and could only look at Yin Bishan pitifully.
Yin Xianyin nodded to herself, agreeing with Ji Qingxi's perseverance from the bottom of her heart. On the other hand, Lu Xiao and Ping Yuxiao broke out in a cold sweat for Ji Qingxi. This brat really didn't know what death was.
Seeing how much her younger sister cared about Ji Qingxi, Yin Bishan smiled instead of getting angry." Looks like you're quite confident! A few days ago, I recruited two swordsmen from the Central Plains. If you can defeat them, I'll satisfy your wish." Otherwise, you'll have to drink this wine too!"
Upon hearing that the two of them were experts from the Central Plains who had just been recruited, Yin Xianyin and Ji Qingxi immediately thought of Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe. They believed that they would know what to do.
"I am willing to follow the Empress's instructions." Ji Qingxi nodded in agreement without hesitation.
Yin Bishan was stunned. She didn't expect Ji Qingxi to agree so quickly." Alright! Eunuch Gui, go to Xuanhe Lan Zhixuan, Zhao Shizhe two people to Guanling Taiwan.”
"This servant will obey."
Looking at Ji Qingxi's confident look, Yin Xiazhen, who had been extremely worried just now, felt admiration for her rise to the extreme. Not only did he have high attainments in swordsmanship and extraordinary looks, but he also had such a chivalrous heart and such confidence.
"Xia Zhen, sit down first. I'm a little curious about Young Master Ji Qingxi and would like to ask him a few questions.”
"Yes." Yin Bishan looked at Ji Qingxi anxiously and could only sit down, turning her head back with every step she took.
Ji Qingxi frowned. Could Yin Bishan have taken a fancy to her? But on second thought, Yin Xianyin had said that this woman only valued power, and even Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe weren't taken in by her. She must have hated those who disobeyed her, so she was probably in trouble now.
"Ji Qingxi, which sect do you belong to in the Central Plains?”Yin Bishan, who was sitting high up in the phoenix chair, asked.
She came to Jinshuo to steal, so she naturally couldn't expose her identity and cause trouble for herself. Ji Qingxi said humbly,"I'm just a kid who doesn't belong to any sect.”
"Then who did you learn your skills from?”Yin Bishan didn't seem to believe it.
"Hmm, my ability? I comprehended it myself." Ji Qingxi could only pretend to be narcissistic in order to fool the Empress." I won't hide it from you. I was born a genius in martial arts. No one taught me anything, just like how I was born handsome. This is because the heavens are too caring for me. There's nothing I can do about it."
This extremely narcissistic answer immediately stunned many people present!
The most direct one was Yin Xianyin casting a disdainful look at Ji Qingxi. It had to be said that the two young masters of the Heavenly God Sect were somewhat similar.
Yin Xianyin glanced at Yin Xiazhen from the corner of her eyes. She felt cold and realized that Yin Xiazhen was full of admiration for Ji Qingxi. Indeed," beauty is in the eye of the beholder "!
Although Lu Xiao and Ping Yuxiao didn't hear it very clearly, they roughly understood what Ji Qingxi wanted to express. They couldn't help but look at each other with disdain.
"Looks like you're really a one-in-a-million talent!”Yin Bishan snorted coldly, clearly disgusted by Ji Qingxi's boastful words." We'll see if you're really capable later." If you can defeat them one after another, not only can I give the antidote to those two martial arts students, but I can also make you a high-ranking official and give you a chance to display your talent.”
"Empress, please rest assured. A martial arts genius like me, who only appears once in a hundred years, will definitely not disappoint you. I will use my best performance to repay Empress.”Ji Qingxi cupped her fists and bowed respectfully.
Yang Huo glanced at Ji Qingxi and couldn't help but say,""Alright, we'll know your ability soon. Stop talking nonsense!”
The Crown Prince hurriedly nodded and agreed.”
The crown prince and the third prince had long disliked Ji Qingxi's arrogance.
This was going to be a good show! Yin Xianyin began to look forward to Helan Zhixuan's appearance. She looked towards the entrance of the rooftop. To be honest, it was very boring to listen to Ji Qingxi brag here. However, when she thought about how Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe would lose to Ji Qingxi no matter what, she felt even more unhappy. Even if victory wasn't the real outcome, Ji Qingxi would probably feel a sense of pride that was floating in the clouds. Who knew how smug she would be?
"Great King, Empress, Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe have been brought here. They are now waiting for instructions at the main gate.”Eunuch Gui reported from the rooftop.
"Quickly let them in." Yang Huo urged.
Eunuch Gui shouted,"Xuan…He Lan Zhi Xuan, Zhao Shi Zhe…" Greetings!"
The guards at the gate wanted Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe to hand over their swords. Anyone who came to see Her Majesty was not allowed to bring their own weapons unless they had special permission.
Helan Zhixuan, who had no choice but to hand over Bi Ye, looked at Ji Qingxi in the distance, and a sense of displeasure still rose in her heart.
Glancing at Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe, Ping Yuxiao realized that there was a need to let them know that she and Lu Xiao were also present. If anything important happened later, they had to look out for each other.
When Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe passed by, Ping Yuxiao kicked a small stone from the ground and hit Zhao Shizhe's ankle. The stone grazed the ground, moving so fast that no one noticed it.
However, Zhao Shizhe could clearly feel that someone was plotting against him. He turned his head to look and saw Ping Yuxiao stand out slightly. Zhao Shizhe saw Ping Yuxiao and Lu Xiao beside him and had a rough guess of what had happened.
Helan Zhixuan and Zhao Shizhe walked onto the stage and looked at Ji Qingxi, who was standing in the middle, with a faint smile on her face. The ominous feeling in their hearts seemed to have been confirmed.
Amidst the drifting clouds and mist, Zhao Shizhe felt that everything in front of him was extremely exciting. Then, he noticed that Lu Xiao and Ping Yuxiao were among the eunuchs. Following that, Ji Qingxi's familiar sinister smile appeared in front of him, and she noticed Yin Xianyin's presence from the corner of her eyes. Finally, his gaze locked onto Yang Huo and Yin Bishan, who were sitting upright in front of him.
Helan Zhixuan was different. He didn't have the energy to think about unnecessary things. Because the moment he stepped onto the mountain platform, his chest felt stuffy. He felt a pair of eyes staring at him from behind, making him want to turn around and investigate.
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