On the way back, Su Lijin was full of worries.
The truth that Bai Xiaosheng Tan Tai Chun told her was so horrifying that it felt like a huge rock pressing on her heart.
She knew that Gu Han had deep feelings for his disciple and had never let go of Fei Tian Fairy's death over the years.
It was because of this that she spoke about investigating the cause of death.
As one of those who wanted to become Gu Han's apprentice, Su Lijin actually regarded Gu Han as an extraordinary person in her heart. Feitian Fairy was Gu Han's apprentice and would also be her senior sister in the future.
"No matter what, I have to tell Gu Han this news." She clenched her fists and calmed herself down.
But it is not easy to meet Gu Han.
Gu Han is undercover next to Xiao Zhaolin and cannot move around freely. If he is not careful, he may be exposed.
"No, we still have to wait for a suitable opportunity."
Su Lijin thought about it, sorted out everything, and waited for the opportunity to come.
The hunting season has arrived, and the animals in the enclosure are fat and strong. It is a good time for the people in the palace to hold a hunting event.
This matter had been planned a long time ago. The officials in charge had already prepared the carriages and supplies, and the palace on the other side of the enclosure had also been tidied up.
"After packing for so long, we can finally set off. I heard the roast rabbit over at the paddock is delicious."
"You only know how to eat. We must pay more attention to the orders of our masters and not make mistakes."
The palace maids gathered together and chatted, and they were very much looking forward to the enclosure.
Su Lijin smiled knowingly.
Locked up in this deep palace, I always yearn for the freedom outside.
The palace maids were also very busy for a while. They had prepared all the clothes and food for their masters and were ready to set off.
Many officials of all ranks and royal nobles participated in this hunting trip, and Su Lijin also went along.
Of course, even if she was not allowed to go, she would still try to go.
After all, this was the opportunity she had been waiting for.
After arriving at the enclosure and resting for a while, preparations for the hunt began in full swing.
The strong and fine horses were lined up side by side, and the men who were going to hunt were wearing armor and protective gear, standing in front of the horses waiting for the order.
Xiao Shengxing also put on hunting clothes. The bright yellow armor on his body shone brightly in the sun, showing the royal majesty.
He was tall and handsome, and although he looked a little sick, with the help of his armor, he looked like an emperor about to go to war, full of domineering power.
Su Lijin looked at it, nodded slightly, and whispered, "I have to say, there is some truth to the saying that emperors and generals have extraordinary bearings."
Without Xiao Shengxing's bearing and aura, it would be difficult to support this dazzling armor.
"Your Majesty, I have a set of armor made of the finest iron, which I have been searching for for a long time. I have never been willing to wear it."
"This armor is basically invulnerable to ordinary swords and knives. Of course, beasts can't hurt the wearer either."
Xiao Zhaolin stepped forward with a smile and presented it, saying, "I present this to His Majesty. If Your Majesty wears it, you will surely be victorious and invincible."
"I already have armor." Xiao Shengxing looked at the armor, his expression unchanged.
Su Lijin's brows twitched slightly. This armor...
"Your Majesty, your body is a matter of concern to the people, and you cannot be careless. The armor in the palace is still inferior to this armor of mine. Please, for the sake of the people, wear this armor."
Holding his armor high, Xiao Zhaolin was very persistent.
When he said this, several officials echoed him.
Su Lijin's eyes were always on the armor. She always felt that the armor's sheen was not right. Although it looked brand new, it seemed as if it had been painted with something.
She moved her nose, and a breeze blew, bringing the smell of the armor with her.
Smelling this smell, she couldn't help but widen her eyes and whispered, "There's something wrong with this armor!"
Xiao Shengxing looked at everyone and nodded after a moment: "Okay, I will change into it."
Xiao Zhaolin lowered his head and a barely perceptible smile flashed across his lips, which quickly disappeared.
Su Lijin considerately stepped forward and took the armor: "Your Majesty, before you put it on, let me take care of the armor to add some style."
Glancing at her, Xiao Shengxing nodded: "The Queen is so thoughtful, go ahead."
Inside the palace, Su Lijin's eyes flashed with coldness. She sprinkled colorless and odorless powder on the armor, then shook it. Suddenly, there was no trace left on the armor.
"Fortunately, I brought some medicine to detoxify." She put away the porcelain bottle, and the poison on the armor had been detoxified.
Only then did she come out.
"Your Majesty, please feel free to change."
"Thank you, Queen."
Hearing the meaning of this sentence, Xiao Shengxing nodded.
Although I don’t know what Su Lijin did, it is obvious that there was some problem with this armor before.
It should have been resolved by now.
Soon, Xiao Shengxing put on armor.
The hunt began. In the center, where everyone was watching, Xiao Shengxing said, "My fellow warriors, whoever has a harvest today will be handsomely rewarded!"
As he spoke, he suddenly started coughing and looked a little weak.
"Your Majesty, please take care of yourself."
Xiao Zhaolin showed concern on his face, and a hint of joy flashed across his eyes. He thought the medicine was working.
"Will Her Majesty the Queen take the stage? We remember your heroic presence before."
"That's right, at that polo match, the Queen was truly as brave as any man!"
Xiao Zhaolin glanced at her, but couldn't see her expression clearly.
Xiao Shengxing on the side cast a questioning look, seeming to be expectant.
Su Lijin smiled and did not answer.
After finally stopping his cough, Xiao Shengxing said, "The hunting grounds are about to begin. Everyone, get ready!"
At the command, the horses galloped forward in an instant, raising a cloud of dust.
After looking at Xiao Shengxing's back in the distance, Su Lijin walked back to the female relatives.
"Has the Empress Dowager also gone on hunting trips?" Someone glanced at the Empress Dowager and immediately asked with great discerning eyes.
"Hahaha, that was all in the past." The Queen Mother laughed, obviously very happy.
"I heard that when the Queen Mother was hunting, she won first place among the female relatives."
"Yes, my mother told me that at that time, the women were afraid to go on stage, and it was you, the Queen Mother, who inspired them."
Several other female relatives began to speak one after another, vying to praise him.
Su Lijin paused while cracking melon seeds, then continued.
The Queen Mother's eyes were beaming. "Back then, I took first place in both male and female competitions. The late Emperor said that the warriors couldn't go without a reward, so I gave up that first place."
"There's actually such a thing? Queen Mother, you're truly amazing!"
Everyone was surprised, and then they quickly smiled and flattered him.
Hearing this, Su Lijin almost swallowed the melon seeds with the shell, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help twitching.
She didn't know how the Queen Mother had the courage to brag like that.
Winning first place in hunting for both men and women is something that even martial artists wouldn't dare to boast about.
Pursing her lips, Su Lijin turned around and was about to pick up the melon seeds to continue eating, but suddenly she saw a figure secretly gesturing at her.
She took a closer look and her expression suddenly changed.
That person was Gu Han!
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