Chapter 430: Opportunity (Second Update)

Chu Liuyue chuckled softly.

"Finally admitting it?"

From the very beginning, Situ Xingchen had harbored immense hostility toward her. Whether it was the competition at the Qingjiao Assembly or her later framing Chu Liuyue for the imprisonment of Rong Zhen, it was clear that this person didn't just dislike her; she was driven by jealousy and resentment.

Situ Xingchen felt as if something was clogging her chest, a stifling sensation that felt like it was about to explode!

Unable to restrain herself any longer, she cursed sharply

"So what if I am?! I have loved him for so many years, yet he doesn't even remember who I am! And you? You are nothing more than a useless, abandoned daughter of a fallen clan! In what way are you even comparable to me!?"

In terms of beauty, she was no inferior to Chu Liuyue;

In terms of background, she was countless times better than Chu Liuyue!

In terms of her bond with Rong Xiu, she had accompanied him for many years at the Bright Moon Heavenly Mountain—what could Chu Liuyue possibly claim to be!?

"He has always been aloof, keeping all women at a distance! And yet—you! He actually knelt before so many people just for you! All just to beg for a marriage contract! I am clearly the one who understands him best! In this world, only I am worthy of him!"

Every time Situ Xingchen thought of these things, her heart twisted in pain!

She didn't understand what was so good about Chu Liuyue that Rong Xiu was willing to treat her this way!

It was as if... all his tenderness and affection were reserved for that one person alone!

When Rong Xiu had previously sent people to burn those clothes with cloud patterns, a sliver of hope had still remained in her heart.

But later, incident after incident, everything had slapped her in the face!

Each time, it made her realize that Rong Xiu cared for this person even more than she had imagined!

And the hatred Situ Xingchen held for Chu Liuyue in her heart grew deeper and deeper!

Looking at her face, which had become distorted with rage and venom, Chu Liuyue’s lips curled slightly.

"How do you know he doesn't know?"

The expression on Situ Xingchen's face froze instantly!

"Since you claim to understand him so well, do you know why he did that?"

Chu Liuyue spoke unhurriedly.

Every word was like a razor-sharp knife, stabbing fiercely into Situ Xingchen's heart!

The color drained from her face in an instant, leaving behind nothing but misery and indignation.

It was true!

How could someone like Rong Xiu not know what kind of person Chu Liuyue was?

And yet, he still chose her!

There was only one explanation—his feelings for Chu Liuyue were indeed profound! He would have no one but her!

She had known for a long time that a man like Rong Xiu, if he didn't fall in love, would remain indifferent, but once he did... he would love only one person for a lifetime, giving everything he had!

"You... you... just what kind of methods did you use..."

Situ Xingchen gritted her teeth, her knuckles turning pale from gripping the railings too hard.

At that moment, as she inadvertently lowered her gaze, she saw that her own wrists had also turned a bruised purple!

She was struck with terror.

If she truly turned into a purple-bruised old woman, then in the future—

There would be no future!

Just the thought of that scene made her skin crawl!

She absolutely would not allow herself to become that!

"As long as you take me out, I promise to give you the item!"

Situ Xingchen said with hatred!

"But, you must guarantee that you will also neutralize the poison in my body! Otherwise, even if I descend to the underworld, I will surely return as a vengeful ghost to seek revenge on you!"

The corners of Chu Liuyue's lips curled slightly as she thought to herself how interesting this was.

To be honest, she was the one who had actually circled through the underworld and returned for revenge.

It's just that she hadn't become a vengeful ghost; she had become Chu Liuyue.

Who was afraid of whom?

"It seems the person outside is here to save you," Chu Liuyue said suddenly. "You want to go out with me and then take the opportunity to escape?"

Situ Xingchen's heart skipped a beat. "I don't know what you're talking about!"

Chu Liuyue didn't need her answer.

"I only came to take that item, not to save you. If you don't want to hand it over, then... so be it! I've been in here long enough; it's time to go."

Having said that, Chu Liuyue actually turned to leave!

Situ Xingchen finally panicked.

"Stop! Neutralize this poison first!"

She could even feel the poison spreading to her arms!

It wouldn't be long before her face would be completely ruined!

Chu Liuyue waved her hand.

Seeing her figure about to disappear from sight, Situ Xingchen finally gritted her teeth and said

"I'll give it to you!"

Chu Liuyue stopped, turned around, and looked at her with a smile.

"Wouldn't it have been easier if you had just done that from the start?"

Situ Xingchen was full of vigilance

"Neutralize the poison first!"

Chu Liuyue flicked her finger lightly.

A palm-sized wooden lid fell.

The purple mist instantly seemed attracted by some kind of force, changing direction and surging into the wooden lid!

Once the last wisp disappeared into the lid, Situ Xingchen finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Bring the item out," Chu Liuyue said.

Situ Xingchen widened her eyes and held up her hands. "The poison in my body hasn't been neutralized yet!"

"Once you give me the item, I will naturally help you neutralize it."

Chu Liuyue said with a light laugh.

Situ Xingchen choked, cursing inwardly.

This Chu Liuyue was truly cunning! She wouldn't suffer even the slightest loss!

She hesitated for a moment, knowing that Chu Liuyue was capable of anything, and didn't dare to be too insolent. She could only reach for her jade bracelet.

Then, a wooden box appeared before her!

Chu Liuyue's gaze swept indifferently over the jade bracelet.

So it was a Universe Bracelet.

The value of this item was much higher than that of a Universe Bag.

Because a Universe Bag is easy to recognize, whereas a Universe Bracelet looks no different from an ordinary bracelet.

This was likely one of the reasons Situ Xingchen was able to keep the item intact without it being seized by Emperor Jiawen.

"This is the box the Empress left behind during her lifetime."

Situ Xingchen took a deep breath and finally pushed the wooden box forward.

"As long as you can open this iron cage, the contents of this wooden box will be yours."

After saying this, she took a step back, appearing as if she truly intended to hand the item over.

However, she sneered inwardly.

There was a very strong restriction on this iron cage. If Chu Liuyue wanted to take the item, she would have to solve this problem!

If she couldn't solve it, the item would still belong to her.

And if she could solve it... the cage would definitely be opened!

She could then take the opportunity to escape!

Since Elder Zong Ye was right outside, she would surely succeed!

Chu Liuyue narrowed her eyes, looking as if she had a slight headache.

Situ Xingchen stood quietly, but internally she was secretly regulating her breath, waiting for the moment to deliver a fatal blow!

Suddenly, Chu Liuyue said softly

"Tuanzi, bring it here."

A red shadow darted out! It lunged directly at the wooden box!

Situ Xingchen's brow furrowed slightly, and then she finally recognized it: that was Chu Liuyue's Blood Mink!

In the next moment, a "click" sound was heard, and a gap suddenly appeared on the iron cage!

(End of Chapter)