After I was resurrected from the dead, I turned from an old man to a peerless beauty

(Master, if you die, I... what should I do?)

This sentence, Bai Ruolin almost blurted out.

Fortunately, in front of Gong Ningzi, no matter how passionate his wishful thinking was, there was always a vigilance in his heart. The last sentence had reached the tip of his tongue, and he cut it off alive, replacing it with two words of "Emperor". Character.

Gong Ningzi didn't show any emotion when he heard the people and the Chizheng Mansion before, but when he heard Bai Ruolin mention "the Emperor", a sharp gleam suddenly flashed through his eyes that were darkened by grief. cold light.

"emperor……"

He slowly sat up straight, then took out a handkerchief from his pocket, and slowly wiped off the blood on his face and hands.

"How could the emperor die?" He turned his head and blinked at Bai Ruolin. When he was speaking, his pupils seemed to be condensed with a small piece of thin and sharp ice, "Didn't you already use it?" Have you found a way to let the monster from Lingkong Temple go down the mountain? Since he is here... Our Emperor Yun should still be able to live for a long... a very long time."

Accompanied by Gong Ningzi's soft words, the last bit of blood on Bai Ruolin's face completely faded away. He looked at Gong Ningzi, his lips trembling, and it took him a while to reply weakly.

"Master, Ruolin is wrong."

He unconsciously let a trembling choking sound come into his words, as if he was about to cry in the next second...Of course, maybe he really wanted to cry, or he just wanted to make himself cry. The current appearance has become more pitiful.

——No matter how long she stayed by Gong Ningzi's side, no matter how strict she was to get rid of her corrupt habits, the past still left its imprint on Bai Ruolin's body.

"Ruolin just wants...just to relieve Master's worries." Bai Ruolin's eyes were rippling with water, and he knelt down in front of Gong Ningzi's knees in such a respectful manner, "Over the years, Emperor Yun has become more and more suspicious of you. Deeper. When he was in good health before, he thought he could suppress you with royal power, and your situation was slightly better, but now he is seriously ill, and his temperament is becoming more and more weird and paranoid..."

"So, you have to take the initiative to jump out and pretend to be fighting with me in front of the emperor, so as to protect my future safety? Rather than letting other people be the sword in the emperor's hand, it is better to let you do it yourself, at least In this way, when you act with your own sense of proportion, even if you really hurt me, you won't hurt my bones or my life."

Gong Ningzi suddenly smiled and finished the rest of Bai Ruolin's words.

However, the more amiable Gong Ningzi was, the more gloomy Bai Ruolin's face became. Hearing Gong Ningzi's words again, his breathing was stagnant, his whole body was sore and limp, and he kowtowed on the ground.

"Master, Ruolin has no two minds! Please learn from Master!"

Bai Ruolin cried out sadly, when he looked up again, there was already a red mark.

Gong Ningzi raised his eyebrows and let out a soft "heh" noncommittal.

That Bai Ruolin's eyes turned red, and he raised his head, but there was a hint of stubbornness on his face.

"It's just that Master doesn't believe in Ruo Lin...Ruo Lin can only go on with the matter now. Emperor Yun is now incompetent, stubborn and suspicious, even if there is no Ruo Lin, there are others who are willing to be the knife in the emperor's hand that stabs at Master! Master You have worked so hard for the country and the people for so many years, and you have made countless enemies in the court. Once you have the opportunity, those people will definitely try to put you to death. However, Ruolin must find a way to keep Master safe and wealthy, so that he can live up to Master's life-saving Grace!"

He raised his head like this, and pushed back his forehead and sideburns, inadvertently revealing a small red scar on his forehead.

Back then when he was in the pit of fire, he offended a certain dignitary because of his stubborn temper. The man was so angry that he ordered someone to tattoo his own livestock tattoo on Bai Ruolin's forehead as an example to others.But when Bai Ruolin saw this tattoo on his forehead, he was so violent that he picked hot charcoal from the fire and pressed it on the tattoo, burning that piece of flesh off.Since then, he has always had such a hideous and disgusting scar on his head.

Fortunately, he was young and resilient, and was rescued by Gong Ningzi shortly afterwards.The scar on the forehead has been treated with many miraculous medicines that promote muscle growth and remove scars. After a long time, the color has become very light. I usually use hair to cover it up a little. It is really hard to see if I don’t look carefully.But at this moment, Bai Ruolin was excited, and the blood flow accelerated, and after the scar was full of blood, it became more conspicuous than usual, and the bright red was imprinted on Bai Ruolin's pretty face, which was quite shocking.

Gong Ningzi was indifferent to Bai Ruolin's heartfelt expression before, but at this moment when he suddenly saw the scar on Bai Ruolin's forehead, his eyes trembled slightly, and he didn't know what he thought of. Inexplicably, there was a touch of warmth.

"You..." After a while, he suddenly stretched out his hand and patted Bai Ruolin's shoulder lightly, sighing. "Don't underestimate that man."

Gong Ningzi smiled and pointed to the sky, and continued: "Even if you see him now, he is incompetent and self-willed, but in this world, anyone who can sit firmly in that position is not an idiot... Otherwise, back then, I won't find him either."

From the moment Bai Ruolin heard Gong Ningzi's relaxed tone, his heart seemed to be fished out of an ice cave and soaked in warm water, his heart and soul were almost softened.Now that he heard Gong Ningzi's lesson, his expression became serious, and he quickly responded, "It's natural. Of course Ruolin will deal with it carefully..." He paused for a while, bit his lips, then suddenly lowered his voice, softly Qing added, "No matter what happened to 'that one' back then, but now seeing that he is a bit terminally ill, as long as Master can last a little longer, that person... won't have much time to toss about."

Bai Ruolin's words were not casual.Just like what he said, the reigning Emperor Yun is about the same age as Gong Ningzi, but his body is almost exhausted.It turned out that in the early years, the false king usurped power and seized the throne. In order to eradicate the grass, he even put a few incomprehensible poisons in the diet of the princes and daughters left by the former emperor.Even if the false king died under the pincer attack of Emperor Yun and Gong Ningzi later, the poison that fell down in the early years has not been able to find an antidote.

Day after day and year after year, since he ascended the throne, Emperor Yun has been taking all kinds of panacea like running water, just to detoxify, but even so, Emperor Yun's body is still declining day by day.But apart from this poison, at this moment, the world is at peace, Haiyan and Heqing are just such a good time that Emperor Yun has never had in his life, how could he be willing to die like this.So he ordered people from all over the country to search for elixir and strange people to come to Beijing. No matter how absurd it is, as long as it can prolong life, Emperor Yun will try it as if he has lost his mind.The emperor was making such a mess, so naturally there was a lot of chaos underneath, but fortunately, everything in the court was basically controlled by Gong Ningzi alone, so there was no major disturbance on the surface.But just like that, Gong Ningzi alone has become more and more the thorn in the eyes of Emperor Yun.The former friendship between the monarch and his ministers is now just a thin layer of glamor covered by mutual suspicion and fighting skills. In private, the relationship between Emperor Yun and Gong Ningzi is already faintly in a state of incompatibility.

It's no wonder that Bai Ruolin just expressed his attitude on the side of Emperor Yun a little bit, and the emperor's people were allowed to intervene in Chizheng's mansion, which triggered a secret internal strife. I am happy to see Gong Ningzi being knocked to the ground by the disciples he has trained.

After hearing Bai Ruolin's words, Gong Ningzi stretched out his hand to circle his middle finger and thumb, flicked the handsome young man's forehead lightly, and said helplessly, "Speak too much."

"it hurts……"

Bai Ruolin's face flushed, and he quickly stretched out his hand to cover his forehead, deliberately wailed, and came out with an aggrieved gesture.

The atmosphere between the master and apprentice was so tense and sharp before, but at this moment, it seemed joyful and harmonious, showing an indescribable harmony.

However, even though there is a tacit understanding between these two people, if anyone on the other side is here at this moment, I am afraid that the two groups will be frightened, and the hair will stand on their backs—just because the person mentioned in the two people's conversation is He is the supreme being in the world, but when they talked about this Emperor Yun, they didn't even have the slightest respect or reverence.This point is completely different from the good story of the monarch and his ministers getting along with each other in the Jianghu and the common people.

"Ruolin has one more thing to tell... When I entered the palace a few days ago, His Majesty Yun could no longer see at a glance, there was a stench on his body, his mind was even more unstable, and he was in a state of madness." Waiting for Gong Ningzi to acquiesce After exposing what Bai Ruolin had done before, Bai Ruolin spoke very docilely, telling Gong Ningzi some specific things that he hadn't told Gong Ningzi before, "I promised him earlier that the person in Lingkong Temple The reincarnation of Mara has a secret method, which can make people invulnerable to all poisons and prolong life. His Majesty was very happy and said that he would concentrate on waiting for Master Jiaruo to enter the capital. But when I went again that day, His Majesty's attitude towards me was cold again Many, I got the news later that someone disclosed the matter of Wangyou Valley. Although the theory of the elixir of life is nonsense, His Majesty does not know why he believes it. I think Master should have got the news, Suiyun , Chasing the Moon, and Tingfeng, some people have been sent to Yufeng to deal with the matter of the elixir of life."

Gong Ningzi didn't say a word, but his eyes suddenly dimmed.

He has been in the officialdom for many years, and he has already developed the kung fu of not expressing emotions, but because of Bai Ruolin's early experience, the kung fu of observing words and expressions can directly maintain his life, and he has practiced very professionally. In addition, his sincerity has already been completely Focusing on Gong Ningzi, at this time Gong Ningzi's gaze changed slightly, and he seemed to notice it, and quickly said: "Master...are you angry?"

After a while, he quickly continued: "Master's heart veins are damaged now, and his body is sick. You should take care of your health. Ruolin can take care of such trivial matters for you."

Gong Ningzi secretly swallowed a mouthful of fishy sweetness in his throat, with a cold look on his face, he shook his head lightly and said, "No, this matter is up to the teacher."

However, when he thought of Wangyou Valley, he inevitably thought of Lin Mao's death. After saying these words, he bent down and vomited out a mouthful of blood that was tinged with black.

"Master!"

Bai Ruolin was still waiting to come over to help him, but Gong Ningzi was already pressing his chest and got up by himself.

"It's nothing, don't worry. Before the cat enters the capital, the teacher still can't die - I will definitely wait for him. Since he is dead, he can't escape from me any more .”

The more he spoke, the more desolate his tone became, but looking closely at his expression, there was a strange joy that made people feel chills amidst the sorrow.

Seeing Gong Ningzi get up, Bai Ruolin slowly got up from the ground.However, after kneeling for too long, his knees became sore and weak, and he almost fell to the ground when he got up.That Gong Ningzi was still in his own thoughts, as if he didn't realize it, and when Bai Ruolin heard his last words, the hands hanging by his sides unconsciously formed into fists, and even the joints protruded. up white.

However, he really didn't dare to reveal half of his subtle thoughts in front of Gong Ningzi.Not only that, after Gong Ningzi grabbed him, he asked again and again about the arrangements for transporting Lin Mao's body to Beijing. Gong Ningzi reported staying once.Bai Ruolin has been with Gong Ningzi for several years since he was rescued and escaped when he was young. The master he usually sees is calm and unfathomable, but he has never seen him show such a mother-in-law. look.

And the more this happened, the more Bai Ruolin felt like a knife was twisting in his heart, and his heart ached.

It wasn't until he managed to escape from Gong Ningzi's place and exited the side door of the academy that he suddenly felt a pain in his palm.He raised his hand to take a look, only to realize that at some point in his palm, bloody cuts were deeply carved by his nails.

The man is dead.

Bai Ruolin stared blankly at the bloodstain on his hand, and said to himself in his heart.

And the living are better than the dead after all—no matter how Gong Ningzi vomited blood and was sad because of that person's passing, no matter how much he would miss that person's voice and smile in the future, he could be with Gong Ning in the years to come. Bai Ruolin is the only one who is beside Zi, who advises her, solves her worries and solves her problems.

Thinking of this, Bai Ruolin couldn't help reaching out to touch the scar on his forehead again, feeling slightly settled.

More ruthless... No one can be more ruthless than him, because not only can he be ruthless to others, but he can also be ruthless to himself... It's like when he didn't want to get the tattoo of that ugly and fat pig on his forehead , he was able to endure the severe pain to burn off the flesh on his forehead.

But now he only hopes to stay with Gong Ningzi for a long time, and he can naturally do it.

Bai Ruolin was alone, walking quickly through the big prime minister's mansion, he just wanted to return to his mansion as soon as possible to deal with the complicated matters.

But just as he was passing by the back garden, from behind the withered flowers and trees came a sweet female voice that made him sick to the point that his whole body went numb.

"Oh, isn't this my husband's good disciple Ruo Lin?"

Upon hearing that voice, Bai Ruolin's expression changed, and he quickened his steps and wanted to leave.But before he took two steps, four indifferent and tall servants suddenly appeared from nowhere—judging from their physical skills, the martial arts of these four servants were obviously already very advanced.

In just a split second, the servant woman completely blocked Bai Ruolin's way out.

"What's the matter? Why does Ruolin want to leave as soon as he sees his wife..."

Princess Yongtong's lazy voice was getting closer and closer, Bai Ruolin secretly took a deep breath, and when he turned around again, his expression and eyes were already calm, no different from usual.

"My minister sees Your Royal Highness, the princess is a thousand years old."

While speaking, Bai Ruolin had already bowed and saluted first, with a very respectful attitude - but during the speech, the word "teacher's wife" was never mentioned.

A woman in a brocade dress and a phoenix crown on her head slowly stepped forward, and the tall and strong servants slipped silently to both sides and knelt down.

Bai Ruolin didn't wait for Princess Yongtong to say "Get up", so he could only kneel on the ground like the servants. From his perspective, he could only see Princess Yongtong's luxurious and rotten white hair decorated with golden beads. Pleated skirt.

"Well, Ruolin's etiquette is getting better and better recently..."

The haughty voice sounded right next to his ears, he bowed his head and remained silent, but in his mind he couldn't help but think of the poisonous snakes he had raised before, and their squeaky demeanor was really very similar to this "teacher's wife".

"If this goes on like this, no one may recognize you. You are a bitch who was rescued from the Prime Minister's mansion."

Fingers painted with bright red Danko pressed against Bai Ruolin's chin, forcing the young man to raise his head slowly.

The wounds on Princess Yongtong's body have been carefully healed, covered with medicinal powder, and then applied with pearl ointment. At this time, there are only a few very light pink marks on her face.

When she is not crazy, she is still a good-looking woman...Of course, even if she is the most beautiful woman in the world, in Bai Ruolin's eyes, she is no better than that old sow in the pigsty where to go.

Everyone in this world knows that when Sanying scholar Gong Ningzi married this Princess Yongtong, it was really a helpless move under the pressure of the imperial power.

The princess fell in love with Gong Ningzi at first sight when she was young. However, at that time, Gong Ningzi had already said that she wanted to belong to her, but she couldn't stay with the person she loved, so she decided not to marry for life to show her loyalty.

Emperor Yun made three imperial edicts to marry Gong Ningzi, but he refused all of them.

Even a woman who wants a little face feels ashamed at this moment, and should not make any more pestering actions.

However, this Princess Yongtong was just the opposite. She clearly knew that Gong Ningzi already had someone she loved so much, but she did the most vile act of crying, making trouble and hanging herself—the third time in Gong Ningzi's life. After refusing to marry her, she climbed up to the highest star-watching tower in the imperial city with a sword, cut off her will in front of civil and military officials, the emperor and Gong Ningzi himself, and threatened that if Gong Ningzi didn't want to marry her, she would marry her. To jump straight off the tower...

Under all kinds of desperation, Gong Ningzi finally couldn't resist Yunhuang's crying blood pleading, and agreed to the marriage contract.

Of course, Bai Ruolin has been Gong Ningzi's disciple for so many years, and knows a little more than ordinary people.What really made Gong Ningzi agree to the marriage contract back then was not Princess Yongtong's jumping from the tower, but... the woman back then threatened someone's life, so Gong Ningzi had to grit her teeth and accept her fate.

But thinking about it this way, it's no wonder that Princess Yongtong became more and more ugly after knowing the news of the man's death - after all, Sanying Scholar's only weakness in this world has disappeared.

From now on, this hateful woman has nothing to blackmail Gong Ningzi.

Bai Ruolin lowered his eyes slightly, and replied softly: "Thank you princess for your praise. Ruolin is stupid by nature, and his background is even more humble. Fortunately, with the teacher's persuasive and personal teaching over the years, Ruolin is what he is today. Thinking about it, now that I, Bai Ruolin, are going out, it is I won’t embarrass Master and the old man.”

"Snapped--"

As soon as the words fell, there was a crisp applause.

Bai Ruolin tilted his body, half of his face was already swollen.

"Thank you, Your Royal Highness, for the reward."

Bai Ruolin still lowered his eyes and closed his eyes, as if he didn't notice the pain on his cheek, he said in a low voice.

"You... do you think Gong Lang really pities you?"

Princess Yongtong was so aroused by Bai Ruolin, her spirit became more and more crazy and weird, she suddenly held Bai Ruolin's face with both hands, touched Bai Ruolin's cheekbone with her thumb, and laughed loudly.

Bai Ruolin remained silent.

Princess Yongtong said again: "Do you know? You just look... a little bit like him, that's all."

While speaking, she poked hard at the scar on Bai Ruolin's forehead with her fingers, and said, "That's it! He couldn't help but bring you back when he saw you... Do you think you can be that person's substitute? Hehe, I can tell you right now that you are just wishful thinking, my Gong Lang will never, never really see you in this life."

Bai Ruolin's shoulders trembled slightly, and he said slowly, word by word, "Princess, please be careful..."

Princess Yongtong didn't let Bai Ruolin finish the rest of her sentence, she suddenly leaned into his ear, and said in a voice almost whispering: "Tell me, if Gong Lang knows, there is no corpse at all, those idiots The body that was intercepted under Lishui was just faked by you... Guess what Gong Lang thinks?"

The woman who was still crazy before, but at this moment, she looked extraordinarily calm. Every word that came out of her mouth seemed to be poisoned with a deadly poison.

The calmness on Bai Ruolin's body was like that jade carving from before, it shattered in an instant.

"Your Highness, please don't talk nonsense!"

He dodged back suddenly, and cried out, his voice was a little hoarse.

"Pfft..."

Princess Yongtong covered her face with her hands, smiled slightly, and there was no dissatisfaction in the corners of her eyes and brows.

"Whether I'm talking nonsense, you know in your heart. Of course...you don't have to worry about it for the time being. I won't tell Gong Lang about this matter. After all, some people are better dead than alive, otherwise my family's dead There is always a thought in the mind of a caring husband. However, Bai Ruolin, you have made it a memory for me. You'd better put your dirty thoughts firmly, firmly, and let me swallow you back. Go to the bottom of that filthy heart. Gong Lang belongs to me... and I will only belong to me!"

After these words, Princess Yongtong didn't say another word, but blinked meaningfully at Bai Ruolin, then turned and left.

Those servants also seemed to be the same as when they came, and disappeared into the dry bushes and flowers in an instant.

The back garden in winter was empty, cold and damp, and the ground was covered with a layer of mist.

If it weren't for Bai Ruolin's hot slap marks left by Princess Yongtong on his cheeks, even a calm person like him would inevitably have some kind of illusion, thinking that everything before was just an illusion of his own.