Chapter 83

Not only Shen Fengni and the others, but also the audience in the live broadcast room were shocked.

[Yes, if the lady really didn't lose her memory and was just pretending, then what was she trying to achieve?]

[I remembered something. Do you remember that the Jianghu Secret History said that Liu Ruoxing might have been coerced into marrying into the Paradise Palace? Could this be related to this incident?]

[So, you're saying that after enduring this life for seven years, Liu Ruoxing finally couldn't stand it anymore and started going crazy and taking revenge on society?]

[It can't be considered revenge against society. My wife's current state is just her own amusement. At most, she's just playing badly, but she's not harming anyone.]

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Shen Fengni and the others were also very concerned about whether Liu Ruoxing was really coerced, and they kept discussing it on the way back.

"Si Li was in love with Liu Ruoxing and took her away by force. Liu Ruoxing was forced to marry into the Paradise Palace for some reason. She bore a grudge and endured it for years, and finally erupted. Is she resorting to such means to protest?"

Sheng Xinyan tried to piece together the complete plot, "Why do I always feel like something is wrong with this story?"

"If she really endured it for seven years, the hatred must be very deep. But the lady is just pretending to be crazy, and her willingness to resist is too weak, so it makes people feel very contradictory."

Chen Fengni said, "The only consequence of such behavior is that Madam will no longer assist the Palace Master in handling palace affairs. And now that the Paradise Palace has grown and prospered, there's no shortage of talent, so there's no question of resistance."

"Yes, yes, that's exactly what I wanted to say." Sheng Xinyan suddenly realized, "If I had to endure it for seven years, I would have wanted to burn down the Paradise Palace. Why would I still pretend to be crazy? No, I couldn't endure it for seven years at all. I might have wanted to die together from the beginning. This bastard..."

"Lady, calm down a bit." Shen Fengni couldn't help but smile as she saw her getting more and more excited. "I support you, but the matter hasn't been fully investigated yet, so don't scold me too soon."

In fact, she felt that Sheng Xinyan's mental state was very good. She didn't have to worry about being pua by anyone, which made her feel very relieved.

"I don't think Madam is pretending to have lost her memory."

Jiang Zhuoyan suddenly spoke.

Her tone sounded somewhat determined, successfully attracting the attention of others, "Why?"

"Normally, if an NPC's settings include feigning amnesia, there will be some unnaturalness in their words and actions, and it won't be completely flawless."

Jiang Zhuoyan explained, "When I met Madam today, she behaved very naturally the entire time. I couldn't tell she was acting at all."

Xu Weiyi was stunned. "Is your AI so advanced? It can even take into account such details?"

Jiang Zhuoyan was not modest at all. "In order to provide a better immersive experience, we put a lot of effort into building the AI ​​model."

The comments on the comment section were very supportive of Jiang Zhuoyan's words:

[Although I agree, Mr. Jiang’s perspective is off-site information, hahahaha]

The AI ​​model in "Jianghu Nuo" is truly amazing; it's like having a conversation with a real person.

[Yes, that’s why I really fall in love with NPCs, especially the good-looking ones.]

What Mr. Jiang said is true. Once, while I was on a quest, a burly NPC looked at me with an inexplicable wariness. I was quite surprised at the time, but later on I realized he had been suspecting I was there to steal their pigs. It was quite outrageous.

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"Why don't we secretly ask the other people in the Paradise Palace about the relationship between the Palace Master and his wife, and whether there's anything wrong. After being together for so long, we should be able to see some clues."

Chen Fengni suggested, "If we can confirm that Madam was forced to marry into the Paradise Palace, we can continue our investigation along this line."

Everyone had no objection, but before carrying out this task, they still had to deliver the snacks to the lady first to avoid the willful lady waiting anxiously.

Just two days after losing her memory, Liu Ruoxing insisted on moving out of Si Li's residence and moved to a place closer to the back mountain. The two have been living apart ever since.

When we arrived at the place, Liu Ruoxing was preparing to have lunch.

There was only one portion of food on the table, but it was nutritionally balanced and looked great, giving you the illusion of being able to smell the fragrance.

"You guys are back." Liu Ruoxing's eyes lit up when she saw the cakes in Jiang Zhuoyan's hand. "So many, are they all for me?"

Jiang Zhuoyan smiled faintly and placed the cake in front of her, "Yes, as long as Madam likes it."

"I like it. The cakes at Liuxiangzhai are delicious." Liu Ruoxing smiled with her eyes narrowed. "Thank you. I'll eat later when I'm full."

"Madam, could you do us a small favor?" Seeing that she was in a good mood, Jiang Zhuoyan tried to negotiate, "After this is done, I can buy you a lot of cakes."

Liu Ruoxing was indeed moved, "What's the matter?"

Jiang Zhuoyan said, "We found a few things and want to return them, but we don't know who lost them. Madam has been in Paradise Palace for so long and is so intelligent, so I'm sure you have some clues. If Madam is willing to help us identify the owner of these items, that would be great."

After losing her memory, Liu Ruoxing became very playful and had a serious lack of patience. She was not willing to look at the items provided by Si Li, let alone cooperate in recalling anything, so Jiang Zhuoyan had to use this method to negotiate.

They are still not sure whether Liu Ruoxing is pretending to have amnesia, so the treatment plan provided by Si Li still needs to continue.

Liu Ruoxing frowned at first, looking annoyed.

But when he looked down at the pastries in front of him, he hesitated again.

"Okay, I'll help you." After a moment, Liu Ruoxing made a decision, "But I'm hungry and sleepy now, and I don't want to do anything else. I want to eat first and then take a nap. You can come after I wake up."

Jiang Zhuoyan agreed, "Okay, then we won't bother Madam for now."

This matter is not particularly urgent. As long as Liu Ruoxing agrees, it doesn't matter if it's early or late. If you rush it, it may make Liu Ruoxing unhappy.

Besides, they now have another thing to do.

Cuiwei Pavilion is located in the southwest corner of Jile Palace. It is remote and rarely visited. Surrounded by green trees, it is a good place for spies.

Everyone arrived before noon as scheduled, and after a while, a figure slowly walked out of the woods.

She was a woman with a black veil on her face and wearing a tight-fitting outfit. She looked very skilled.

She cautiously checked her surroundings, and after making sure that no one else was around, she spoke in a low voice, "My name is Shaoyao, and I'm the Madam's bodyguard."

Chen Fengni took out the sachet from her backpack and asked, "Did you give this to us?"

"Yes, I was the one who asked you to come here. I had no other choice but to do this."

Shaoyao sighed, "The doctors who came before were all frail and weak, unable to lift anything. They were exhausted even climbing the mountain. But the moment I saw you, I knew you were no ordinary people, but people with real skills. Now, you are the only ones who can help my wife."

Sheng Xinyan was confused. "What do you want us to do to help Madam?"

"I hope you can escape from Paradise Palace with your wife."

Shaoyao raised her eyes, her gaze extremely firm, "Half a year ago, Madam saved my life and asked Paradise Palace to take me in. I cannot bear to see Madam get into trouble."

Jiang Zhuoyan's eyes moved, and then he calmly entered Shaoyao's name in the Secret History of Jianghu. A relevant information actually popped up, saying that Liu Ruoxing had done Shaoyao a favor.

It seems that Shaoyao did not lie, and the loyalty she showed should be real.

She asked, "Why do you want us to take the lady away?"

"Madam, if you don't leave now, you'll be killed!" Shaoyao's tone became urgent, and she looked very anxious. "Madam, you're pretending to have lost your memory to protect yourself. Although I haven't been with you for long, I know you very well and I wouldn't be wrong!"

"Wait a minute, calm down and talk slowly." Xu Weiyi soothed him, "First, tell us who wants to harm the lady?"

Shaoyao said decisively, "Of course it's the Palace Master of Paradise Palace, Si Li."

Although they already had a vague premonition, everyone still felt a little complicated when they heard Shaoyao say it sincerely.

"I know it's hard for you to believe, but things are not what they seem."

Before anyone else could speak, Shaoyao continued, "Back then, Si Li threatened the lives of the Liu family and forcibly abducted Madam to Paradise Palace. I heard others talk about the wedding day. They said Madam was very sad and her veil was wet with tears, but she had no choice but to obey."

Seeing Shaoyao's passionate expression, Sheng Xinyan cautiously raised a question, "Uh, is it possible that Madam is crying tears of joy? We just met Madam, and she seemed to be in good spirits."

You can't blame her for being argumentative, but she felt that if Liu Ruoxing had been tortured in the Paradise Palace over the years, she should be very haggard and exhausted.

But seeing Liu Ruoxing's rosy complexion and lively appearance, she really couldn't connect the things that the lady said to Shaoyao.

"You don't believe me, do you?" Shaoyao's tone grew increasingly anxious after hearing this. "Madam is of noble birth and a very high standard. Of course she knows how to conceal herself!"

"It's not that I don't believe you, it's just that I still have some doubts."

Seeing this, Shen Fengni soothed her gently, "I don't quite understand the connection between Madam's feigning amnesia and protecting herself. Why would you say that Madam can protect herself by feigning amnesia?"

"This is a long story, and even if I tell you now, you might not believe it."

Shaoyao sighed deeply, looking a little tired. "If I could find a way to sneak into the Palace Master's study and take something out, you might still believe me. But it's heavily guarded and difficult to enter. I don't have that ability."

When Xu Weiyi heard this, he immediately said confidently, "I can give it a try."

Her sect, the Lone Shadow Tower, was designed for assassins. She'd studied the skill panel and discovered a number of stealth and concealment skills. She'd experimented with them and figured if she used them correctly, she should be able to evade patrolling NPCs, enter the study, and retrieve what she wanted.

"Really?" Shaoyao's eyes lit up. "Can I ask for your help? Once you get that thing, you'll know what I said is true."

"No problem." Xu Weiyi agreed immediately, "Where is the thing you mentioned?"

"There's a row of crimson boxes on the top shelf by the window."

Shaoyao gestured with her hand, "Take the one on the far right and come back to me. Of course, I don't mind you taking a look at what's inside in advance."