Nine Deaths Become Immortals [Rebirth]

In the cold and damp cell, there was a strong smell of blood.

Along the mottled wall, iron chains almost as thick as arms hung from the top, and five people were locked on the other end of the chains.They were unkempt, with ragged clothes and wounds on their bodies. They could hardly be seen as human figures, only a few men could be vaguely distinguished.

The ground soaked in blood could no longer see its original color.

In front of them stood a man in white.

The spotless white clothes are incompatible with the gloomy and gloomy place here. His eyebrows are straight and pale, and he has a pair of slender phoenix eyes with deep-set pupils. When he looked carefully, there was a hint of dark red.

"Have you all figured it out?" He said slowly, his voice was low and hoarse, which did not match his handsome appearance.

The five people in front of them were silent. If it wasn't for the slight ups and downs of their chests, they might have thought they were dead.

"Since I plan to die rather than speak, I will fulfill you." The man in white waited for a while, then suddenly smiled, and said to the jailer beside him: "Cut off their tongues, treat them well for a few days, and send them on their way Bar."

"The emperor's day is approaching, so there is no need to keep these offal, bad luck." He took out a handkerchief embroidered with gold silk, gently wiped off the blood that was accidentally splashed on his fingers, turned and walked outside.

Before he could step out of the cell, there was a gnashing of teeth and an angry reprimand from behind.

"Bai Ze, you must die!"

Bai Ze paused, sighed quietly: "So this is the last thing you want to say, what a pity." Then he left without mercy.

The cell was getting further and further away, and there was no sound coming from behind him, only a faint mournful wail remained.

Unlike the darkness inside the cell, the sun is shining outside.

Bai Ze slightly raised his hand to cover it, letting his eyes get used to it a bit.Only then did he realize that Zhang Xi, his most capable deputy, was waiting at the door with lowered eyebrows.His tall figure always habitually maintains a humble posture in front of Bai Ze.

"My lord, my subordinates found a suspicious merchant in the alley in the south alley." Zhang Xi said in a low voice with a serious look. "Xu is the remnant of the Ye family."

"Go and deal with it. Now is the critical moment for the emperor to marry the queen, and there is no room for any mistakes." Bai Ze said.

Although they didn't say much, they both understood in their hearts that they would rather kill by mistake than let it go.

Zhang Xi answered yes and was about to leave.

Bai Ze stopped him suddenly, and asked, "Has Na Cai's dowry been sent to Cui's residence? What's going on over there?"

Zhang Xi nodded, "These internal affairs offices have already been set up, and they were delivered yesterday. The people in Cui's office are grateful, and they are currently busy preparing for the big wedding, so they dare not be sloppy. There is nothing unusual about it."

Bai Ze nodded in satisfaction, and then instructed: "Continue to keep an eye on the Cui family, these courtiers are the most cunning, don't let them fool the emperor, as long as they are truly loyal, if they have other thoughts..." He The corners of his mouth were raised, and he sneered. "The Ye family is a lesson for them."

"This subordinate understands." Zhang Xi said.

"You go. I'm going to the palace now. If there's nothing important, you don't have to report it to me. It's up to you to handle it." Bai Ze said, and when he mentioned entering the palace, a soft look flashed in his eyes.

Zhang Xi noticed it, his lips moved, he hesitated to speak, but finally he watched Bai Ze Juechen leave.

……

The capital, which had just experienced a bloodbath, seemed quite deserted even at noon.

Pedestrians are in a hurry on the road, and there is little conversation.

Seeing Bai Ze passing by on horseback, people ran away one after another, with expressions of fear on their faces.Just three months ago, this evil god led his imperial army to bloodbath the mansions of dozens of ministers headed by the Ye family. All the men were killed on the spot, and the women who did not have time to commit suicide or died under the knives were all sacked. Being an official prostitute, screaming and wailing made the capital city that night like Shura hell.

People have not yet recovered from the panic, and the next day came the news that Queen Ye was under house arrest and the prince died unexpectedly.The eldest prince, who was unknown in the past, then ascended the throne as emperor.

The Ye family, which once covered the sky with one hand, was wiped out in the blink of an eye.

Bai Ze, the long-hidden sharp blade of the new emperor, appeared before the eyes of the world for the first time, and what was shown to the world at the same time was his cold-blooded ruthlessness and thunderous methods.

His notoriety, together with the blood of thousands of people, became a bloody haze that deeply enveloped the entire capital, which never dissipated.

The wind blew the broken hair around Bai Ze's ears, his eyes narrowed, and he could see the solemn palace wall from a distance.

Seeing that it was Bai Ze, the guard guarding the palace gate opened the door and let him in without even daring to take another look.Everyone knows that Bai Ze is the most trusted person of the current emperor, not to mention the trust and favor of the emperor, with the power he has now, no one will dare to stop him without eyesight.

After a bloodbath just now, the palace was much more deserted than the outside, and there was hardly a single person to be seen.

When Bai Ze came to Mingxin Hall, he involuntarily slowed down.He knocked on the door cautiously, then stood outside the door respectfully and waited.

After a quarter of an hour, a clear voice came from inside, "Come in."

Bai Ze stretched out his hand to push the door, and saw the man sitting in front of the desk at a glance. He was dressed in a black brocade robe, his hair was pulled back with a gold crown, and he had a handsome appearance. His sword eyebrows slanted into his temples, his eyelids were half drooped, and his eyelashes were clearly visible.Even if she was sitting there lazily, she couldn't hide her extravagance.

This is the current sage, Ji Xuan.

Bai Ze skillfully stepped forward to pour out the cold tea on the table, and poured another cup of hot tea.Then carefully hold it in front of him.

Ji Xuan took the teacup and smiled slightly: "I was a little absorbed in watching it just now, I kept you waiting for a long time, you won't complain about me, will you?"

Bai Ze showed a smile, "Your majesty's words really frighten the servants." He pursed his lips, leaned forward, and read the words on the book, "I don't dare to disturb you, but what book is so beautiful? "

Ji Xuan casually covered it with her sleeves, raised her eyebrows and said with a smile: "It's pretty nice to smile, and you should smile more at ordinary times. Last time, the old minister and I complained, saying that you can't laugh. The whole time A face on the ceiling can stop children from crying at night."

Bai Ze showed a surprised expression on purpose, "Who cares about me so much, I'll go talk to him someday."

Ji Xuan said helplessly: "It's better to say goodbye, it's not a big deal, why bother to scare people. There are not many veterans left now, and I still count on them to assist me well."

Bai Ze didn't take it seriously, in his opinion, it was not a big deal for Ji Xuan to be in charge of the world, and keeping those old ministers was just for the sake of fame.But he never disobeyed Ji Xuan, and he didn't make a sound when he heard the words, just smiled.

Does he really look good when he smiles?Thinking of what Ji Xuan said, Bai Ze couldn't retract the corners of his mouth.

"Why did you come to the palace so early today?" Ji Xuan said again.

"It's fine, I'm free now." Bai Ze said, "There are people preparing for the wedding, and the remnants of the Ye family can't make waves."

"Don't take it lightly." Ji Xuan shook his head, showing a reproachful look.

Bai Ze's expression froze, he lowered his head, "Yes. I'm going now..."

Before he finished speaking, Ji Xuan suddenly held his hand and smiled: "You...you still can't take a joke like this. In fact, I've been very bored recently, and it's rare to go to the palace, so I'll stay with me tonight Let's talk at night by candlelight. You have worked hard, just arrange the people below to handle the trivial matters."

Bai Ze suddenly realized that his hand was actually being held by Ji Xuan at this moment. He knew that it was just an unintentional movement of the other party, but he couldn't help but tremble all over his body.

He always knew that he was hopeless.

But he didn't dare to reveal the slightest, the person in front of him was not only the lord of a country, but also the person he swore to be loyal to.He saved his life, gave him everything he had now, treated him with sincerity...but he developed disrespect for this man.Bai Ze deeply understands his duty, so he can't tolerate his unreasonable thoughts, which is a kind of blasphemy.

It's just that despite this, it's extremely difficult to control this emotion.

Bai Ze nodded stiffly, and replied, "Okay."

Ji Xuan let go of her hand and smiled with satisfaction, "Speaking of which, we haven't talked together like this for a long time. You don't blame me for alienating you, do you?"

"I dare not." Bai Ze lowered his eyes.He didn't dare to let him discover his strangeness.The warm touch on the back of the hand has disappeared, and at that moment, it seems to be an illusion.

Ji Xuan looked at the sky outside, and said: "It's time to eat, you can join me tonight."

……

Bai Ze didn't know the taste of this meal, he kept thinking silently, when did he realize his desire for Ji Xuan?

Was it when he was in a panic and dying, and Ji Xuan reached out to help?Or when Ji Xuan taught him to read and practice martial arts?Or is it just that he has been used to following Ji Xuan's back, so he was captured like this?

If it wasn't for this man, would he still be alive now?What would it be like to be alive?What's the point?

Bai Ze smiled, actually those are not important, as long as he can stay by his side, even in this way and with this identity.

As long as it is what Ji Xuan wants, he will do whatever it takes to achieve it for him. As long as it is what Ji Xuan likes, he can offer it to him.He can wash the world with blood for him, he can bear a bad name and curse for him... he can even do his best for his marriage.

He is willing.

After the meal, the two strolled in the palace, walking side by side with the cool breeze blowing.

Ji Xuan looked around, feeling a little emotional, and sighed: "I haven't been here since I was six years old. I didn't expect that 20 years later, I would become the owner of this place."

After 20 years of forbearance, he finally became the lord of a country.

Bai Ze is very clear about the step-by-step and hardship involved. In the past 20 years, he has been with Ji Xuan for 14 years.

Ji Xuan was silent for a moment, then turned her head and smiled at Bai Ze: "I still remember your pitiful appearance when you were a child. When you first entered the palace, you didn't dare to leave me for a moment, which made me worry about it, but now you don't need it at all." I'm worried."

Bai Ze said, at that time he didn't understand anything, all he knew was to try his best to stay by this person's side.

But now he is no longer the child who needs to be protected, he can already protect the person he wants to protect.

Bai Ze smiled and said: "I don't remember much about what happened so many years ago." He paused for a moment, and then said: "Three days will be the grand ceremony for the posthumous seal. It has long been well-known in Beijing. I must first congratulate the emperor here."

"One is to congratulate the emperor for embracing the beauty, and the other is to congratulate the emperor for the surrender of the world. Cui Ge is well-known in the court, and his disciples are everywhere. He is the mainstay of the court, and he has never turned to the Ye family. Being able to choose to submit to the emperor shows that the emperor belongs to everyone's expectations and belongs to the destiny."

Ji Xuan laughed loudly, "Where did you learn your eloquent ability? Did you find someone to endorse it?"

Bai Ze pursed his lips, "These are all my heartfelt words, do I need others to teach me? In the eyes of the emperor, is this my ignorance?"

"I didn't say that." Ji Xuan clenched his fist with one hand, pressed it to his lips and pretended to cough twice, "Speaking of which, now that the overall situation is settled, you have contributed a lot. You can make any request, and I will definitely agree to you. "

I have nothing to ask for, I just hope to stay by your side.This sentence twitched on the tip of Bai Ze's tongue, and finally became: "I haven't thought about it yet, I will tell the emperor when I think about it. The emperor should not forget what I said today."

"Definitely." Ji Xuan said solemnly, "It's been more than ten years... I have already treated you like a brother, as long as I can give, I am willing to give."

Bai Ze was moved, but bitter.It's a pity that Ji Xuan couldn't give what he wanted in his heart.

"You might as well not go out of the palace these few days, and spend more time with me." Ji Xuan raised her eyebrows and smiled, "It won't be as convenient as it is now when you enter the harem again in the future."

"Okay." Bai Ze also smiled.

He had been prepared for a long time, so he didn't feel that Ji Xuan's words were abrupt, and the momentary heartache was quickly hidden deeply.After all, it was just his unrequited love.

He is a foreign minister, since he has the lord of the harem, how can he come in and out at will.He still understands this truth.

Even if he can no longer see Ji Xuan often, even if they can no longer be as close as they are today.Ji Xuan's position in his heart will not change in any way, and he can still miss it in his heart.

There is no difference from before.

For the past three days, Bai Ze and Ji Xuan have been together day and night. They chatted a lot about the past, and sometimes they talked about each other's embarrassing things. The two would look at each other and laugh... just like the previous ten years.

Sometimes Ji Xuan even forgot to call himself Zhen, and put his arms around his shoulders, so that Bai Ze couldn't help thinking, what would happen to Ji Xuan if he said what was in his heart?But then he gave up again.

It is so easy to make him get carried away, and only Ji Xuan has this ability.

On the night of the third day, Bai Ze walked out of the palace gate under Ji Xuan's gaze.

He understands that the days of being dependent on each other in the palace can only be treasured as memories now.

Remembering your own identity is the foundation of everything you have now, and he cannot break it.

All the way out of the palace, Bai Ze was in a daze.

It wasn't until they returned to the mansion and saw Zhang Xi standing at the door with a serious expression that they came back to their senses.Zhang Xi was waiting in his residence late at night, he must have something important to do.Bai Ze's eyes narrowed and his expression became solemn.