The Guzheng of The Moon

XXXIV

As strongly as possible Yue tried to push that person. As if his energy was overflowing, Yue managed to push him until the person crashed into a pillar and forced him out of the darkness. Back then Yue was able to see that brash person clearly. And he was Emperor An Cheng Li.

"I didn't know you were so strong" Cheng Li said as he rubbed his bloody lips from Yue's bite.

"Sorry, if I startle you" he said again.

Yue squinted his eyes furiously. He was about to leave Cheng Li before the man did more brazenly than this. But unfortunately at the wrong time, Cheng Li grabbed Yue's arm and held her tightly. And of course the incident was witnessed by Gu Zheng who was standing not far from their place.

Yue pegged instantly, his heart pounding back irregularly as Gu Zheng stared at him furiously. Even though that gaze was not for him still a little bit he seemed to feel guilty. It's like being caught doing something bad.

He threw away his face and stomped the arm of Cheng Li who was still holding him. Then take a few steps back. Not knowing what he was feeling now, a mixed feeling as he stood in the middle of the two men.

"Isn't it too late for a girl to wander alone in the hallway of the palace?" gu Zheng asked flatly.

"Em, you need to know. First, Miss Yue did not wander and secondly, she was not alone," replied Cheng Li who was no less flat.

Yue felt unable to cope with her feelings anymore. So, he decided before his tears unraveled and ended up being a weak girl, he put his feet up first and ran small towards his room.

Being angry at yourself for the unanimous determination to retaliate against Gu Zheng was not enough to make him immune to the man. Hearing his voice alone made his legs feel weak and wanted to cry loudly.

He immediately left Cheng Li behind him and passed by Gu Zheng afterwards. Ominously, Yue could hear Gu Zheng whispering. At first glance, but unfortunately not too clear in Yue's ears.

Yue did not care. He also did not want to hear the man's voice any more than this.

*****

From a distance Gu Zheng saw Yue's figure and intended to approach the girl. But his steps were stifled when he saw An Cheng Li pull Yue and do something that made him very angry.

As much as possible he held back his anger and walked up to them. It seemed that Yue was also aware of his presence. It was nice when their eyes met. The girl he wasted, was no longer the same as the plain girl who often made him smile first. Everything was clear from the girl's eyes.

Now there was only a look of hate and also a slightly glassy eye. He cursed to himself for making Yue like this. Losing their child and mute. What worse thing could he give the girl?

He wanted to clutch the girl tightly, fondle her as before. And say one word that probably won't change everything.

"Sorry," she whispered softly as Yue passed by her and ran away.

Like the most stupid person, Gu Zheng smiled wryly. Now he was convinced that he was no longer the first in the heart of the girl.

*****

Yue closed the door of his room tightly. And ran towards his bed. But it felt like the bed was too far away to reach. He fell on the floor, face down and sobbed. Again the pain, his chest felt hollow and felt wider every time he saw Gu Zheng.

He did not know that being betrayed by the person he loved could be this sick. He had never been in love before. And once he loves someone, he must feel this kind of pain.

For quite a long time Yue lay down and coiled on the cold floor. Her tears were no longer flowing, only traces were left. He was thinking in that silence.

Several times weighed her brother's offer to forget everything. He hasn't even started yet, but it feels exhausting.

It was certain, he was too afraid of facing Gu Zheng again. If Ah Mei might be something else. He would think of another way to avenge the girl. But for now he wants to go home. To his homeland.

It doesn't matter if he's called a coward. At least he could protect his heart from being too crushed more than this.

*****

It seemed that the girl was not as stupid as Lai Xin thought, squeaking like a mouse if in the presence of a tiger. At once did not dare to demand what Lai Xin had done to her while in Yuhan Kingdom. They are downcast and seem to dodge every time they talk.

No problem, after all Yue Bi had asked her not to do anything to Ah Mei. But it seemed like the An Kingdom palace was too small for them. Like today, they accidentally met in a peach tree garden. With an intimidating look, Lai Xin unceasingly looked at Ah Mei who was already standing in front of her and was accompanied by a row of maids.

"It's been a long time since we've met, hasn't it, Empress?" ask Lai Xin. "Of course you're not trying to avoid me, are you?"

As much as possible Lai Xin made his words as a joke. He knows how to play with the emotions of the opponent. And this was one of the ways that Lai Xin learned besides the science of war.

"Don't we just meet a few days ago, Princess?"

"really? Hm, it seems that my memory is no longer good. But ...," said Lai Xin, "just stay for me for a long time."

Several times Ah Mei glanced at the lady beside her. As if to give a sign to do something. Of course the implied order was finally executed well.

"Your Majesty, His Majesty the Emperor is waiting for you to have tea" said the Dayang.

Inevitably Lai Xin smiled cynically at their little charade. Wanna run away, huh?

"I'm sorry, Princess. It seems that I have to leave immediately" Ah Mei said with great politeness.

"Sure, please. Provided you remember this well ...," Lai Xin said. "He's silent doesn't mean weak, I'll make sure everything you do is paid for."

After saying that, it was Lai Xin who put her foot up first. Leaving Ah Mei who put on an annoyed face.

******

"Let'soo!!" screams Ah Mei upset. "You people! Why did you fail to kill that girl? Why don't you guys put all the poison in? And why are you so careless?"

"Pardon us, Empress. We didn't realize anyone was following us after a girl screamed for help" said the frightened Dayang.

"You know what the consequences are? Your head and my head are at stake!"

All Ah Mei's plans should go perfectly. If only his men were more careful. Damn it was Lai Xin's men who quickly took the initiative to chase after his men. Like a skilled spy. The man thought quickly to catch the perpetrator after hearing the screams of a girl.

Killing out Ah Mei's men and interrogating her. From there they knew Empress Yuhan was involved. Luckily his men were able to escape until not imprisoned and interrogated further.

In order to eliminate the remaining evidence, Ah Mei had already told her captured subordinates, to go far away from the Five Kingdoms. Initially by giving the lure of a patch of land, but actually is to isolate it and kill it. But still the information has reached from one ear to the other.

He was heard by Yuan Lai Xin. Then Gu Zheng was also An Cheng Li. He underestimated the kingdom's information network. Anywhere he is a new player if he wants to participate in the game of grasping power.

Yes, he needed someone who could be his shield and sword. Empress Dowager Jia-that stupid old woman would no longer be able to protect her if Gu Zheng had already revealed all the truth. And even if that happens, at least he still has a weapon that can still make him stand on his chair as empress.

"It seems I have to intervene myself. First your son, this time I'll make sure you take your life with my own eyes."

Tbc....