After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

Panic surged on Lu Lingyuan's face. Her autumn-water eyes showed fear of the unknown and a subtle scrutiny. She slowly raised her head and her eyes fell on the man in front of her. He had a handsome face and his carved features revealed an extraordinary temperament. The elegance between his eyebrows made people feel good about him. But even a gentleman who seemed gentle as jade could not easily let down her guard.

"You... who are you?" Her voice trembled slightly, but she tried to remain calm. Her clenched fists revealed her inner nervousness and anxiety.

Chu Sheng's face flushed upon hearing this. He lowered his head in a hurry, not daring to look directly at Lu Lingyuan's eyes that seemed to be able to see through people's hearts. He grew up in a temple since he was a child, and his life was simple and pure. He rarely had the opportunity to come into contact with women from the outside world, let alone this beautiful woman with outstanding temperament and beauty. He couldn't help but feel an inexplicable panic and shyness in his heart, and even his voice seemed a little stuttering: "Girl... Don't be afraid, I... I just passed by here, and happened to see your horse was frightened, so I... I came forward to save you."

Hearing this, Lu Lingyuan felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She looked at Chu Sheng gratefully, with a sincere light flashing in her autumn eyes: "I can never repay you for saving my life."

Chu Sheng waved his hand quickly, with a simple smile on his face, "Miss, you are too kind, it's just a small favor, it's not worth mentioning. I'm glad you're okay."

At this moment, a gust of wind blew by, bringing a bit of coolness, and also blew a lantern that had fallen on the ground not far away. On the lantern, the words "Fan Yang" were written, which looked particularly eye-catching in the dim sunlight. Lu Lingyuan's eyes fell on the lantern, thinking secretly in her heart, and then looked up at Chu Sheng, with a tentative tone in her tone: "I think you already know who I am?"

Chu Sheng nodded slightly, a trace of respect flashing in his eyes: "The Lu family of Fanyang is famous all over the world. Their carriages are gorgeous and their logos are unique. Although I am not talented, I have heard of them a little bit."

Hearing this, Lu Lingyuan became more alert. "In this case, thank you for saving me. I will definitely repay you for saving my life."

At this moment, Qing Wu came in with a group of followers like a gust of wind and rain. Her eyes were full of anxiety and uneasiness, and she called out anxiously: "Girl! Are you okay?"

The entourage, all with solemn expressions, as if carrying a heavy burden, knelt on the ground in unison, with dust rising lightly. Their voices were filled with self-blame and fear: "Please punish us, Miss, for not being able to protect you in time."

Lu Lingyuan's eyes swept over the kneeling figures, and the tension in her heart relaxed quietly, as if the ice and snow had just melted in spring, and warmth rose from the bottom of her heart. She opened her red lips and said, "Get up, everyone. This is not your fault, so don't blame yourself."

Upon hearing this, Qing Wu hurriedly took a few steps forward and gently supported Lu Lingyuan with both hands. Her movements were full of caution, for fear of hurting her. "Girl, be careful, the ground here is uneven." There was a hint of sob in her words. Her eyes had already turned red and tears were welling up in them. Finally, they slid down and blurred her pretty face.

Seeing this, Lu Lingyuan felt a warm feeling in her heart. She gently patted the back of Qingbo's hand to comfort her: "Silly girl, I'm fine, aren't I? Don't cry, your eyes are swollen." As she spoke, she took out a white handkerchief from her sleeve and gently wiped away Qingbo's tears. There seemed to be a faint scent of jasmine on the handkerchief, which calmed people's mood.

"I'm scared to death. I'm really scared... I'm afraid something might happen to the young lady. Then what's the point of me living?" Qingwu's voice was trembling a little. Her hands were tightly grasping Lu Lingyuan's sleeves, as if that was her only support at the moment.

Lu Lingyuan smiled gently, and that smile showed both her love for Qingwu and her indifference to the impermanence of the world. "Okay, okay, I'm fine." Her words were warm and firm, and the people around her couldn't help but feel at ease.

After saying that, Lu Lingyuan's eyes swept over the crowd again, with an unquestionable light flashing in her eyes: "Everyone get up!"

"Thank you, Miss!" Upon hearing this, everyone stood up, with gratitude and admiration flashing in their eyes.

Qing Wu's eyes inadvertently swept to one side and gently landed on Chu Sheng who was standing quietly beside her. A ripple appeared in her heart. She asked curiously, "Miss, who is this young man?"

Hearing this, Lu Lingyuan turned her eyes gently towards Chu Sheng, a grateful smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she said softly: "It was him who saved me in times of danger. His name is..."

Chu Sheng heard this, bowed, and said in a steady and humble voice: "I am Chu Sheng, but I am just trying my best, young lady, don't worry about it."

When Qing Wu heard this, gratitude surged in her heart. She suddenly knelt on the ground, knocking her forehead gently on the cold ground, and said in a choked voice: "Thank you, Mr. Chu. Your kindness will never be forgotten. I am willing to repay you with my life!"

Chu Sheng's face suddenly changed when he saw this. He was filled with astonishment. He quickly reached out to help her and said, "Miss, please don't do this. It's just a small matter. Why bother about it? Please get up quickly."

Seeing this, Lu Lingyuan also smiled gently, walked lightly to Qingwu's side, helped her up slowly, and said softly: "Qingbo, get up quickly!"

Qing Wu stood up, her eyes slightly red, but she still showed concern: "Miss, I have sent someone to report to the master. I think he is very worried and is rushing here. But..." She changed her tone and looked at the dark clouds gradually gathering in the sky, "The weather has changed suddenly. I am afraid that it will rain heavily soon. What should we do?"

Lu Lingyuan looked at the gloomy sky, without showing any panic on her face. She just smiled faintly: "It doesn't matter, everything is destined."

Just as everyone was discussing, there was a sudden roar in the sky, and thunder rolled, indicating that heavy rain was coming. An attendant hurried forward, looking anxious: "Miss, looking at the weather, it may be too late to return to the city. What should we do?"

Chu Sheng spoke at the right time, his voice full of unquestionable firmness: "Girl, there is an ancient temple not far ahead, called 'Lingshan Temple'. I grew up in that temple since I was a child. If you trust me, you may as well take shelter in the temple first and make plans after the rain stops and the sky clears."

Qing Wu heard this, a trace of worry flashed in her eyes, she looked at Lu Lingyuan again, her tone full of concern: "Miss, I think what Mr. Chu said is very true. You are weak to begin with, and you were frightened today. If you get caught in the rain again, I'm afraid..."

Lu Lingyuan nodded gently, with a trace of gratitude and trust in her eyes. She looked at Chu Sheng and said softly, "In that case, I'll trouble Master Chu to lead the way. Let's go to the temple to take shelter from the wind and rain for a while, and then make a decision after the rain stops."

After that, the group, led by Chu Sheng, set out on the journey to Lingshan Temple. The thunder in the sky seemed to gradually fade away, as if making way for the group to find a peaceful path.