Lao Mu was very angry about the turmoil caused by the secret records of the agency again, and scolded Situ Xie for his wishful thinking.
Lao Mu's apprentice Mu Yu was introduced by Su Liang and joined the Ministry of Industry as a craftsman last year. He was assigned to a secret foundry two years ago and has not been back for several months. When Shaoyao came to the capital, he wanted to arrest him first. Mu Yu asked for the exact information about the secret record, but unfortunately he couldn't be found.
The secret book has been passed on to Gu Ling by Lao Mu, and Gu Ling has already studied it thoroughly, because he found that most of the weapons recorded in it have complex structures but limited power. After communicating with Duanmu Chen, he did not invest too much energy in it. Make the weapons in the secret book.
But Situ Xie didn't know the inside story and planned to go to war with Qian Guo, but he still didn't give up on getting the secret record.
It was finally decided that Lao Mu accompanied Gu Ling to the riverside for an appointment to rescue Mrs. Xing. When Gu Ling was not at home, Cen Man came to Yuanming Pavilion to accompany Su Liang and her children.
When it was time to set off, Gu Ling wrapped the forged secret in cloth and stuffed it into his arms. He leaned over and kissed Gu Xiaonuan gently on the forehead, then kissed Su Liang, patted the quilt and said, "Let's get some sleep." , I’ll call you when I get back.”
Su Liang shook his head and picked up a book from the pillow, "Go quickly and pay attention to safety. I'll wait for you."
Gu Ling's eyes warmed up, and she pinched Su Liang's cheek, and went downstairs without saying anything else.
Cen Man happened to come over, and when she saw Gu Ling coming down, she warned her, "Safety comes first, don't be impulsive." Although she knew this was nonsense, Gu Ling had always been cautious.
Gu Ling nodded slightly and watched Cen Man go upstairs. When he went out, Lao Mu, who was waiting outside, turned around several times, "Let's go, let's go!"
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At this time, in the dense forest by the river, Shaoyao and Nian Ruting were talking. There was a sack at their feet, which contained the unconscious Mrs. Xing.
"You take her on the boat to exchange the secret records. Get the secret records, confirm that there is no problem, throw the sack into the water and retreat. I will cover you in the dark." Shaoyao said her specific plan.
Nian Ruting frowned, "How to confirm that the secret record is true?"
Shaoyao took out half of the secret record and a luminous pearl and gave it to Nian Ruting, "This is a part of the authentic copy of the secret record. You can check it when the time comes. If it matches this one completely, it is authentic."
Nian Ruting used the light of the night pearl to flip through half of the incomplete secret book, but she couldn't understand what was painted on it. It was difficult for her to adapt to the one-eyed vision at the moment, and she could see things between blur and clarity. Flashing requires special adjustment of angle and concentration.
"Put it away, they are coming soon." Shaoyao raised his head and glanced at the crescent moon in the night sky. "Don't panic then. You have a hostage in your hands. I will protect you in the dark. I will carefully check that the secret records are correct before releasing them. ."
Nian Ruting silently stuffed half of the secret book into her sleeve, and then said one word, "Okay." Then she added, "I will listen to Master."
Shaoyao patted Nian Ruting's shoulder gently and said in a gentle tone, "Don't worry, nothing will happen. Tonight it will be done. Tomorrow, I will gouge out Lin Xueqing's eyes to avenge you. When I return to Liang Kingdom, I will meet you as a master." Report your merits to the master and ask famous doctors to treat you, so there may not be any hope. As for the Gu Ling you want, only if we help the master achieve great things can we make him bow his head. Do you understand?"
Nian Ruting looked at Shaoyao with her only remaining eye, her eyes serious and obedient, "Thank you, Master, it would be great if this is the case!"
"Go." Shaoyao pushed Nian Ruting gently again. When she needed Nian Ruting to do something, she always liked to do this action, as if Nian Ruting was her child, encouraging her to do something.
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Nian Ruting leaned over and picked up the sack on the ground. However, she turned around and took two steps. She hit a tree and fell to the ground. The sack pressed on her body and she groaned.
Shaoyao frowned, but still stepped forward quickly, moved the sack down first, and then pulled Nian Ruting up, "Are you okay?"
Nian Ruting's forehead was bruised. She pursed her lips and said in a bitter voice, "Master, it's too dark in the forest and my eyes can't see clearly."
Their location was not far from the river. They could hear the sound of water flowing, but they couldn't see the river. They had to go to the edge of the forest to have a wider view.
Shaoyao looked impatient, but her tone was acceptable, "You were injured today and have not yet adapted. I will send you to the edge of the forest. They are coming soon."
After saying this, Shaoyao picked up the sack on the ground. Nian Ruting's hand gently held Shaoyao's arm, and she led them out together.
On the way, Shaoyao sighed again, "You are injured. As a teacher, I shouldn't let you take risks. But you also know how powerful Gu Ling and Su Liang's group are. We must be extremely cautious and well-planned. We can't do it all at once."
You are all exposed in front of them. I can only protect you in the dark."
"Yes, I understand." Nian Ruting responded. Her steps were small and fast, as if she was a blind person led by peony.
The light gradually became less dim, and the sound of the river seemed to be in my ears, becoming clearer and clearer.
If you walk a few steps further, you can emerge from the woods and reach the riverside.
"Master, I feel better." Nian Ruting let go of Shaoyao's arm after she stopped, then stretched out her hands to pick up the sack.
Shaoyao handed over the sack and at the same time paid attention to the movement on the riverside, fearing that it would delay the opportunity and cause trouble.
The next moment, Nian Ruting used the two sharp knives, which were concealed by the night and the sack, to stab Shaoyao's body diagonally upward and inward from the ribs on both sides, stabbing her heart!
Nian Ruting moved so quickly that she was unprepared and was distracted by the peony around her. When she reacted, the tip of the knife had already pierced her heart.
"You..." Shaoyao's mind went blank for a moment. She looked at Nian Ruting with bulging eyes and reached out to kill her, but her body fell back uncontrollably.
The sack that had just been released at this time pressed down on Shaoyao, cushioned it, and rolled to the ground next to it.
Nian Ruting seemed to hear something moving by the river, her eyes narrowed, she strode forward, raised the two bloody sharp knives in her hands, and pierced Shaoyao's neck from the collarbones on both sides!
Shaoyao, who had already been bleeding from a vital wound, died completely. She didn't even have the chance to hear Nian Ruting explain why she did this.
Nian Ruting really explained that after confirming that Shaoyao was dead, she pulled out the knife, looked at Shaoyao's horrified death state, and sneered, "I have been used by others all my life, and I know very well what you want to do. What are you doing tonight?"
Your face, as well as the words you said, really look like my good sister Nian Ruxue. But this time, you are my chess piece."
After saying this, Nian Ruting stood up, threw the knife on the ground, walked to the side, and untied the sack.
Mrs. Xing was still lying inside with her eyes closed tightly. Nian Ruting felt her breath and found that she was still alive and breathing steadily.
Nian Ruting pulled off the sack, then took Old Mrs. Xing's arm, pulled her onto her back, picked her up, and walked steadily out of the forest.
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Gu Ling stood by the river. He saw a small boat on the shore, but he did not see Shaoyao and Nian Ruting appearing, and did not look for them.
Gu Ling raised his head, looked at the crescent moon in the night sky, and thought of his sweet daughter with a smile and crescent eyes. She really wanted to finish the work and go home quickly.
As for the goal tonight, it is just to rescue Mrs. Xing safely. Whether or not Shaoyao and Nian Ruting can be killed is secondary. To be on the safe side, forget it if they can’t be killed. Let them go back with the fake secret record and hand it over to Situ.
Yes, it’s also a good result.
Lao Mu was hiding in the dark, and just when he felt something was wrong, he saw someone coming out of the woods near the boat!
Gu Ling also saw it.
At the same time, Nian Ruting saw him, "Gu Ling, is that you?"
Gu Ling did not answer. He was just more certain that it was Nian Ruting. Her voice could not be disguised at all.
"I saved Mrs. Xing. Everything was made of peony. I was controlled by her for a long time, and she was just killed by me." Nian Ruting was some distance away from Gu Ling. When she spoke loudly, she seemed to be pinched by someone.
My neck is almost breathless.
Lao Mu was stunned, while Gu Ling still stood calmly, watching Nian Ruting walking over, carrying someone on her back. It might be Mrs. Xing, or it might be Shaoyao in disguise.
It should be Mrs. Xing... Gu Ling thought, he was speculating on what happened to cause such an unexpected result.
Lao Mu, who was hiding in the dark, frowned when he heard Nian Ruting's words. Seeing Nian Ruting approaching Gu Ling and Gu Ling not moving, he hesitated for a moment, then appeared and stood in front of Gu Ling.
, looked at Nian Ruting coldly, "Put the person on your back on the ground! You stand back!"
"Okay." Nian Ruting responded, slowly putting down Mrs. Xing, letting her lie on the ground, and then she moved backwards.
Lao Mu tilted his head and asked Gu Ling, "Should I go and take a look?"
Gu Ling walked forward, "I'll go."
Lao Mu stayed where he was, staring at Nian Ruting's actions. When he saw that her eyes were always fixed on Gu Ling, he snorted coldly, feeling that this woman was still obsessed with Gu Ling.
Soon, Gu Ling confirmed that it was Mrs. Xing. He first felt his breath and pulse, and then said, "Old Mrs. Xing, I am Gu Ling."
Mrs. Xing slowly opened her eyes and looked at Gu Ling with a somewhat excited expression. The first thing she asked was, "Is Qing'er okay?"
Gu Ling nodded, "It's okay. I'm at home. I'll take you back." After saying that, he helped Mrs. Xing up and carried her on her back.
Nian Ruting looked anxious when she saw Gu Ling was about to leave. She took two steps forward, but was immediately stopped by Lao Mu, "Stop, don't move!"
Gu Ling didn't look at Nian Ruting at all. Hearing Lao Mu ask what to do next, he whispered, "I'll go back first. Master will arrest her and send her to the prison. He only said that she was a fugitive from before."
Lao Mu was stunned for a moment, "She said..." Although Lao Mu hates Nian Ruting, the ins and outs of what happened tonight are not clear yet. According to Nian Ruting, it was she who killed Shaoyao and saved Mrs. Xing
.Although she didn't save him, Gu Ling still had a way.
Gu Ling said nothing more and flew away with Mrs. Xing on her back.
Nian Ruting clenched and then unclenched her fists, looking warily at Lao Mu who was walking towards her.
"My apprentice will send the old lady back first." Lao Mu's attitude was very polite, "You take me to see Shaoyao's body first, and then we go back together."
"Go back?" Nian Ruting looked happy, "You mean going to the Gu family?"
Lao Mu shook his head, "It's the Su family."
Nian Ruting turned around and walked towards the boat, "Senior, follow me."
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After dragging Shaoyao's tragically dead body outside the woods, Lao Mu checked the wounds and asked Nian Ruting how he found the opportunity to kill her.
Nian Ruting sighed deeply, "When the emperor asked Shaoyao to kill me, I thought she saw me as pitiful and kindly spared my life and accepted me as her disciple. Who knew she just wanted to treat me as a slave when needed?
She pushed me out to die. In order to survive, I had to give in temporarily and listen to her words. Previously, Shaoyao sent people to capture the young master of Wanjia. I only found out after the fact. Yesterday on the mountain, I originally wanted to follow her.
Miss Lin explained, and then helped them deal with Shaoyao, who knew that Miss Lin thought I was going to kill her... Tonight Shaoyao forced me to hold Mrs. Xing hostage to exchange secret records, and asked me to get Old Mrs.
Taijun pushed him into the river."
With that said, Nian Ruting took out the half of the secret book that Shaoyao gave her and handed it to Lao Mu.
Lao Mu is very familiar with this. This is his thing. It passed through Mu Yu before and fell into the hands of Situ Xie.
"I knew that this was my last chance. I didn't want to hurt Mrs. Xing, so I set up a trap and found an opportunity for a sneak attack to kill Shaoyao." Nian Ruting said in a deep voice, "No matter what happened in the past, seniors have heard
No matter what, I was forced to do nothing. My sister wanted to use me and dragged me into the abyss. I wanted to climb out, but I was dragged back... At this point, I just want to atone for my sins and ask for a favor.
A chance to start over again. Now that I’m like this, how can I dare to miss Gu Ling again?"
After listening to the previous words, Lao Mu thought it was nothing. But when she heard the last sentence, she felt something was wrong: If she hadn't been blind and disfigured, she felt that she was still qualified to miss Gu Ling? Couldn't the key lie in Gu Ling and Su Liang?
Have you already gotten married?
In the dark forest late at night, Nian Ruting talked about her broken life in a broken voice, which was very pitiful.
But Lao Mu didn't feel anything. He only remembered that Gu Ling said that this woman should be arrested and sent to the prison.
Lao Mu thought he didn't understand Nian Ruting, and he knew very well the truth of knowing people and their faces but not their hearts, but he didn't show anything on his face. He only said that he had to take Shaoyao's body back with him.
"I'll do it." Nian Ruting said proactively.
When Nian Ruting leaned over to pull up Shaoyao's body, Lao Mu was behind her and struck her in the back of the neck with his palm, knocking her unconscious!
Then Lao Mu sent the unconscious Nian Ruting to Tianlao, revealing that he was the master of Changxin Hou Gu Ling and that he was arresting the former fugitive.
As we all know, Chang Xinhou and his wife are the most trusted people by the emperor. Even if they randomly arrest someone and send him to Tianlao, the people in Tianlao will accept him first.
What's more, after learning Nian Ruting's name, the official on duty at Tianlao tonight immediately said that this person is really a fugitive.
The matter goes back to when Nian Ruting was sent to death row for cheating in martial arts and then betrayed Nian Jincheng. Su Liang asked Yan Shiba for help in order to save Nian Jincheng from death. Because the situation at that time required Nian Ruting to be released from death row as well.
After being fished out, Nian Ruting died, but Yan Qiqi spared her life.
Therefore, Nian Jincheng has long been rehabilitated, but Nian Ruting has not. She is still a prisoner on death row who was abducted in the records of the prison.
Then Lao Mu returned to the river and took Shaoyao's body back to the Su Mansion.
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Gu Ling returned home directly after sending Mrs. Xing back to Zhongxinhou Mansion. When Cen Man saw him coming back, she left Yuanming Pavilion.
"How is it?" Su Liang asked.
Gu Ling took off his coat, sat down by the bed, and briefly told Su Liang what happened.
This was unexpected by Su Liang, "Nian Ruting killed Shaoyao? Is she planning to change her ways or is she planning to use this opportunity to get close to you?"
It's not Su Liang's malicious speculation, it's actually that Nian Ruting's behavior has been abnormal, especially her obsession with Gu Ling, which has reached the level of madness. Moreover, her character is also very problematic. In order to achieve her goals, she has no morals.
outlook and bottom line.
If you really don’t want to be with Shaoyao, why didn’t you run away earlier? Since she has the ability to sneak attack and kill Shaoyao. And it’s impossible for Shaoyao to keep an eye on her all the time.
Let’s talk about what happened at Huguo Temple during the day. She really wanted to change her ways and stop Shaoyao. Why didn’t she say anything at that time?
First help Shaoyao arrest the person, and then find an opportunity to kill Shaoyao, and then run to Gu Ling and say that she saved the person? Anyway, Shaoyao died. What happened before that, Nian Ruting said what.
Gu Ling looked calm and said, "Don't worry about what she is thinking."
Su Liang nodded, "It's okay to send her to Tianlao, that's where she should be."
Back to the starting point. As a person with normal intelligence, Nian Ruting volunteered to help Nian Ruxue cheat in martial arts. As for being taken advantage of, it was just that Nian Ruxue deceived Nian Ruting and had no intention of honoring her.
Commitment does not mean that Nian Ruting did not know that she was doing something that violated criminal laws and violated fairness and morality.
According to the criminal laws of the Qian Kingdom, Nian Ruxue and Nian Ruting are both unquestionably guilty of death.
Lao Mu returned to Suliang and went outside Yuanming Pavilion. When he saw that the lights inside were all out, he threw down Shaoyao's body and left.
As a result, when Lao Mu packed up and was about to go to bed, he just lay down and sat up straight, ran outside Yuanming Pavilion, took Shaoyao's body away, and threw it into the vacant yard. After finishing his work, he went back, muttering as he walked.
, "This way Nuan Nuan will not be frightened by dirty things."