Chapter 171: Dark Fairy Tale, Cinderella Makes a Deal with the Devil (29)

Is the aura of death stronger than that of the evil ghost Argos?

This shows that the number of people who died at his hands was greater than the number of lives that Argos plundered.

Who is....

"Philip, or Raphael?"

Shen Yuan said these two names in disbelief, and her wet eyes were glued to Argos's face, trying to see if he was lying.

However, Argos' expression was indifferent, with a cold smile always on the corner of his mouth, without revealing any flaws.

"Anyway, if you don't want to end up like Anastasia, don't seek death."

He spoke in a cold voice, his voice seemed to be tempered with ice, and his eyes were filled with danger and threat.

Shen Yuan turned his head aside stubbornly

"I want to go."

Argos curled his lips viciously, his patience exhausted.

He pinched Shen Yuan's jaw, using his tiger's mouth to force her to look up and look into his eyes.

Argus slowly lowered his head, his cold breath touching Shen Yuan's cheek, and every word he spoke was filled with evil and gloom.

"Okay, if you don't listen to my advice, I'll be waiting to collect your body."

As soon as he finished speaking, the black fog around Argos shook and disappeared into the bedroom in an instant.

Disappearing along with him was the palpable and irresistible chill in the air.

-

The next day, the two guards holding the crystal shoes came again.

This time, their faces were full of dissatisfaction and resentment, and there was no trace of the flattery and respect they had before.

"Ailas, why is it you again? It's not over yet, is it?"

"Finding a fake to play the princess nearly got us killed!"

The identities of the three people were completely reversed. Elas knelt down and placed his hands on his chest.

"I'm so sorry, my lords. I was deceived by that shameless bitch, which is why I caused such a big mistake."

"Don't worry, this time it's absolutely genuine. You can take off her socks and check it out."

As he spoke, Aylas pushed Cinderella behind him in front of the two of them.

When he saw the hideous and obvious scars on Cinderella's face, the captain of the guards pulled the corner of his mouth in disgust, waved his hands to his men, and said impatiently

"Go ahead and try it, but remember to take off her socks, don't make any mistakes."

After he finished speaking, the guard next to him came forward holding the crystal shoes, bent his knees, and half-knelt in front of Cinderella.

"Miss, please."

Cinderella bit her lower lip and half-bent her body to take off her socks.

A small white foot appeared in front of everyone.

The captain of the guards' eyes lit up.

You know what, although the woman in front of me has a sallow complexion and is thin and weak, the small feet under her dress are quite good-looking.

Like a piece of warm jade, delicate and white.

Cinderella lifted her foot tremblingly, took a deep breath, and put it into the beautiful crystal shoe.

It fits perfectly, as if this crystal shoe was made for Cinderella.

"Look, it's worn through!"

Alas shouted with excitement again.

The captain of the guards looked up and exchanged a mysterious look with his men.

"It seems to be this girl."

The captain of the guards clapped his hands twice, and his men immediately stepped forward and handed Cinderella a white veil.

"Girl, you'd better cover your face. Give Prince Philip some time to adjust. Don't scare him."

Scared?

Cinderella gritted her teeth, her face twisting almost imperceptibly for a moment.

Then, she immediately put on a gentle and graceful expression, bent down slowly, and thanked the two of them.

"Yes, Rilla thanks both of you first."

She took the veil and tied it behind her head.

The hazy veil immediately concealed the hideous and terrifying scar, leaving only a pair of beautiful and dazzling eyes exposed.

Looking from a distance, it really feels like a beauty with half her face covered.

The captain of the guards nodded with satisfaction.

"Let's go."

After saying this, he took two steps back and prepared to get on the carriage.

"etc."

Elas suddenly called him.

The chief guard turned his head impatiently and said coldly

"What else?"

Ailas hesitated for a moment and finally spoke.

"This...this is my second daughter, Dusula. She and Ella have a deep sisterly bond, and she doesn't want Ella to go to the palace alone, so she wants to go with her."

Chen Yuan was worried that he couldn't enter the palace, but he didn't expect that Elas would bring the opportunity to him.

But judging by his character, he probably thought that if Cinderella was disfigured and Prince Philip didn't like her anymore, he would have a backup.

Double protection.

He exploited his three daughters to the fullest.

"But..."

Seeing that the captain of the guards was hesitant, Aylas quickly said

"As a personal maid, I can do that, as long as I can enter the palace."

"Well, if Prince Philip doesn't agree, don't blame us."

"No, no, of course not."

Elas waved his hands repeatedly, pushed Chen Yuan, and signaled her to get on the carriage.

Chen Yuan didn't have a good face towards this so-called father. He glanced at him lightly and followed Cinderella upstairs.

The carriage swayed through the rose field and finally disappeared into the invisible distance.

"Dusula, what is your purpose?"

Inside the carriage, Cinderella stared at Shen Yuan and questioned him.

She narrowed her beautiful eyes, which were full of fear and suspicion.

Looking at her appearance, Shen Yuan suddenly laughed sarcastically.

She reached out, brushed a strand of hair across her cheek, and spoke softly.

"Cinderella, are you so afraid of me?"

"Huh? I'm afraid of you?"

Cinderella scoffed at her words.

Shen Yuan leaned lazily on the carriage, the slight bump made her hair a little messy.

"Aren't you afraid? Why do I feel that you are not only afraid of me, but also afraid that Prince Philip will like me?"

Cinderella's expression instantly twisted

"Shut up."

Chen Yuan looked at her broken expression and found it a little funny.

She whispered

"Don't worry, I'm not going after Prince Philip. There's no need for you to be so hostile to me."

Cinderella narrowed her eyes, clearly a little unconvinced.

"real?"

Shen Yuan nodded, with no expression on his face, and it didn't seem like he was lying.

Cinderella breathed a sigh of relief.

However, she still did not relax her vigilance, looking at Shen Yuan and asked coldly

"So, you went there for Anastasia?"

Shen Yuan leaned back slightly, closed his eyelids, and there was a hint of fatigue in his voice.

"Who I went there for is none of your business. You should think carefully about how to cover up the hideous scar on your face. Even if I were Prince Philip, I wouldn't look down on you."

Previously, Cinderella refused the doctor's treatment, saying she didn't need it.

She guessed that Cinderella wanted to use Argus to restore her appearance.

As a result, she still has this obvious scar on her face.

Could it be that she can no longer afford the bargaining chips?

"None of your business, just take care of yourself first."

Cinderella snorted coldly, turned her head to look out the window, and ignored Shen Yuan.

Shen Yuan opened her eyes, and her gaze fell on Cinderella's face.

The wind rushed in through the open wooden window, blowing the veil on Cinderella's face, revealing the hideous whip wounds.

-

Although she didn't meet Prince Philip, he was very considerate and prepared a room for Cinderella and Shen Yuan.

The two rooms were on the easternmost side, but they were not next to each other.

The old woman who brought the two here said that the people living in the easternmost part were mostly the daughters and princesses of dukes, and that they were not allowed to make noise.

The two of them just responded obediently, and only after the old woman left did they look around.

What meets the eye are luxurious palaces, the glazed tiles reflecting the sun's rays, and the gentle breeze brings with it a strong scent of roses.

But it's a little too quiet.

The old woman said that these noble princesses all liked quietness and that they should not be disturbed without permission.

At this moment, the palace gates were all closed, and there were no other man-made sounds except the singing of birds and the sound of the wind.

The scenery was beautiful, but Chen Yuan always felt something was wrong. Looking at the elegant and luxurious palace, he felt a chill in his heart.

Cinderella didn't care about that. She couldn't hide her excitement and immediately ran into the palace prepared for her by Prince Philip.

————Author’s words————

My dears, I have contracted influenza A. My fever is as high as 39.2. I am now in the infirmary receiving an IV drip. I need three bottles and it will probably be over around 11 o'clock.

I have one chapter left to go, I'll start writing it when I get back to the dorm. My head hurts so much, I keep coughing, and my whole body is hot, so these two chapters might be a little watery, don't mind.