The heavy snow in Chaoge gradually stopped, and the long-awaited sunshine tore through the gray sky, shining on the earth and instantly making it vibrant with life.
The happiest person in all of this was not the civil and military officials, nor the disaster-stricken people, but Mu Qing—Su Daji, who was always filled with guilt!
"The snow has finally stopped. Brother Gu, you've finally emerged from the gloom? That's wonderful..." Feeling the fresh air and dazzling light outside the window, Su Daji breathed a sigh of relief.
Di Xin stared at Su Daji's retreating figure with a gloomy expression. Ever since Gu Liyan took Su Xian'er away, he knew that the other woman he loved also loved that fox demon Gu Liyan.
But for some reason, he was unwilling to admit the truth, nor did he dare to confront Su Daji directly. He was afraid that hearing the truth would lead to the loss of those around him once again...
Looking at Su Daji, Di Xin clenched his fists and finally bravely stepped forward, greeting her with a smile, "My beloved consort is in a very good mood today. Would you like to go out for a stroll with me?"
Su Daji turned her head, her beautiful face captivating, her smile radiant. It was obvious without even thinking that she was in a wonderful mood!
Therefore, Su Daji had no reason to refuse. "Alright! In that case, Your Majesty, we can go wherever you say!"
Looking at that stunningly beautiful face, Di Xin nodded excitedly. Everything seemed to have been planned in advance. He led his entourage out of the city gate, boarded a carriage, and drove directly away from Chaoge.
He held the beauty beside him in his arms, greedily inhaling Su Daji's fragrance, wanting to remember this scent forever, yet he was unwilling to let go of her, even if it meant death!
Di Xin unconsciously tightened his grip on Su Daji. Su Daji, sensing Di Xin's emotional fluctuations, looked dejected and had long lost interest. She simply stared blankly ahead, unaware of where the other side would lead.
Upon arriving at their destination, Su Daji realized that this was the place where the two of them had first met. Su Daji couldn't help but ask, "Why did we come here?"
"This is where I first met my beloved consort." Di Xin smiled slightly, taking Su Daji's hand. "I wanted to come back here for a look, but I didn't expect it to be so different now."
The vegetation was thinning, and the prey hidden in the forest was becoming increasingly scarce; everything was desolate. Looking around, Su Daji remained silent, gazing into the distance, lost in thought.
Upon seeing this, Di Xin took Su Daji's hand and led her to a secluded spot. He sat on a rock and softly spoke, "Ever since that Gu Liyan said he wanted to seize my kingdom, I have been on guard at all times, fearing that he might return at any moment to take away my empire!"
Su Daji smiled slightly, with a hint of mockery in her expression, as if to say: Di Xin, how can you, an ordinary mortal, compare to Gu Liyan?
When Di Xin saw Su Daji mocking him, he was not angry at all, but instead laughed and said, "I admit that it was because I was afraid that I was always on edge, which is why I killed those who had rebellious intentions. But now I suddenly realize that I may have been wrong. This world and the country are mine. Why should I be afraid of others? I can go and conquer the world and make everyone submit to me!"
Su Daji smiled as she watched Di Xin's triumphant appearance, and suddenly felt like laughing. She knew that this was no longer mockery, but genuine approval.
"But when I came to my senses, I realized that I was already old. This throne was originally something I coveted. If I were to stop being greedy, I would not be able to see where the real path lies—" Di Xin sighed.
Su Daji pursed her lips and remained silent. She felt something burning intensely within her, making her restless and uneasy.
Suddenly, Di Xin gazed at the distant sunset and smiled bitterly, speaking softly with a sense of helplessness and resolute farewell, "My beloved consort, we met here, so let us part here!"
Su Daji looked at Di Xin in surprise, never expecting him to say such a thing.
"I'm afraid... I'm afraid that in losing this empire, I'll also lose you!" Di Xin's hands trembled as he spoke. "Gu Liyan said he wanted to take away my empire, but what he really wants to take away is far more than just my empire. He has even lost my dignity, my courage, and my last bit of self-confidence!"
Su Daji opened her mouth, then looked up at Di Xin's grief-stricken back, seeing his haggard and aged appearance...
Back then, when they first met, their innocent eyes and simple, fluttering hearts longed to see him every moment…
But so much time has passed. The girl I first met is still as beautiful as ever, while the boy who once galloped across the hunting grounds has gradually aged, lost his former boldness, been tempted by wine and women for half his life, and tormented by longing for the past. He is no longer the brave hunter he once was...
Only then did Su Daji understand the difference between humans and demons. The reason they could not be together was not because of racial differences, nor because of strength or weakness.
Instead
They were from two completely different worlds!
We live in the same space and time, yet experience different times! There's absolutely no need for our destinies to be intertwined!
Because one day, he or she will both become passersby in each other's lives!
Time flies.
The same applies to both the living and the dead...
Di Xin stopped holding Su Daji's hand and turned his back to her. He took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I've taken you home. I'll stop here."
Su Daji stood up, silently watching his retreating figure, bowing her head, her heart breaking...
Thinking of the long time they had spent together, and that no other woman had ever appeared in the harem, Su Daji smiled slightly, stepped forward from behind, reached out and wrapped her arms around Di Xin's waist, and whispered close to his back, "Your Majesty is too kind. How could I be allowed to go home alone? My only home in this life must be built together with Your Majesty!"
Di Xin trembled, tilting his head back with slightly reddened eyes. "My beloved concubine... I'm afraid I can't give you happiness!"
He had already received news that Ji Chang, the Marquis of Xibo, had indeed rebelled! They had ample troops and skilled generals; he had absolutely no confidence in winning this battle!
"Then let others' suffering become our happiness!" Su Daji's gaze suddenly sharpened. "That way, we can be together forever!"
Di Xin was startled, grabbed Su Daji's hand, and chuckled foolishly, "My beloved concubine, you are truly a wonderful person!"
"Hehe, Your Majesty, you are the one who is both wise and brave! It was you who tricked me into your hands!" Su Daji smiled slightly, her bewitching eyes sparkling.
Only then did Su Daji realize who she truly loved, and who she should love.
Even if there's only one second left, I will accompany him to the end without hesitation or regret!
because
This is what she chose!
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