The Empress’s Blind Consort: Invincible in Secret

Chapter 7 – Who is disrupting the plot!

Meng Qingzhou pushed the pastries on the table towards Jiang and said, "Let's not talk about this. What the Empress does has little to do with me.

I'm more curious about what you mentioned earlier. Prime Minister Jiang Canghai discovered the hidden assassins in the mansion, but what about Zhao Gou, the Heir Apparent of Shu? Wasn't he discovered?"

Meng Qingzhou's heart was filled with doubts.

Logically, the novel's plot shouldn't deviate. How could Zhao Gou, the protagonist with a halo over his head, die before even starting his mission? He had just arrived in the capital, and his plan had already failed.

Since the assassins were discovered, what about Zhao Gou? Could something have happened to him too?

"The Heir Apparent of Shu, Zhao Gou, was accused of treason and personally suppressed and imprisoned by the Empress. You can rest easy now," Dongfang Liuli said, picking up a piece of pastry and tasting it. She couldn't help but eat the whole piece in one go.

Meng Qingzhou rubbed his forehead helplessly and smiled bitterly, "The Empress is foolish."

Dongfang Liuli's smile froze, and she asked dryly, "Why do you say that?"

Su Qingqiu, who had been playing the role of an invisible person, silently gave a thumbs-up in admiration. Insulting the Empress to her face and not getting punished on the spot—Meng Qingzhou was the first in history.

Meng Qingzhou slapped his thigh in frustration and said, "Of course she's foolish! She let a major threat slip right through her fingers. Doesn't she realize who Zhao Gou is? He's the only legitimate son of King Zhao Yuhuan of Shu. How could the King let him risk his life in the capital without a backup plan?"

Dongfang Liuli's eyes widened in shock, but she suppressed her anger and pretended to be calm. "You mean to say that the Zhao Gou in the capital is just an incarnation?"

Meng Qingzhou spread his hands and said, "Yes, King Zhao Yuhuan spent countless celestial treasures to create a perfect incarnation that is in sync with Zhao Gou's mind. Unless a Great Being of the Moon Shine Realm meticulously examines the incarnation's internal structure, it's hard to notice anything amiss.

In other words, Zhao Yuhuan had been preparing for this rebellion for a long time. It's just unclear what went wrong that caused Zhao Gou to be exposed prematurely."

Even Meng Qingzhou, who was well-versed in the novel's plot, was puzzled.

Could the plotline be deviating?

Who was behind this? If I find out, they'll pay dearly!

Meng Qingzhou was so angry that he lost interest in the conversation.

"Well, I have some matters to attend to. I'll take my leave," Dongfang Liuli said hurriedly, standing up to bid farewell to Meng Qingzhou.

"Take care," Meng Qingzhou waved his hand.

Su Qingqiu bowed slightly and said shyly, "Master, I take my leave."

Meng Qingzhou immediately beamed and said kindly, "Hey! Feel free to visit often."

***

Meanwhile, on a distant mountain far from the capital of Great Jin, the mountain appeared lush and green on the outside but had been hollowed out and turned into a war fortress.

In a dark stone chamber, a young man in black and gold robes, with an unremarkable appearance, suddenly opened his eyes and let out a piercing scream:

"Ah!! No! Damn you, Meng Qingzhou! I'll kill you for sure!"

The young man in black was the true form of Zhao Gou. Because the distance between the incarnation and the true form couldn't exceed two hundred kilometers, he had sent the incarnation to the capital while hiding his true form in a nearby mountain.

Everything the incarnation experienced was felt clearly by the true form.

Zhao Gou took a long time to calm down and then pulled out an ancient, palm-sized round mirror from his chest.

Using spiritual energy to activate the Thousand-Mile Communication Disc, the mirror gradually revealed the stern face of a middle-aged man.

"What is it?" Zhao Yuhuan asked coldly.

"Father..." Zhao Gou lowered his head in shame, biting his lip hard. "The plan failed. The incarnation has self-destructed."

Zhao Yuhuan's sharp eyebrows immediately furrowed, and he shouted angrily, "Useless! You can't even handle this! What use are you to me?"

Zhao Gou, unwilling to accept the blame, said, "It's not entirely my fault. Blame Meng Qingzhou. It's as if he has foresight. He accurately revealed our plan right in front of me, leading to the incarnation's capture."

Hearing this, Zhao Yuhuan was puzzled. "Meng Qingzhou? That name sounds familiar. The new Empress' Husband appointed half a month ago?"

"That's him!" Zhao Gou said with murderous intent. "Father, I believe this man is too dangerous. If left unchecked, he will become a major threat.

I think we should eliminate Meng Qingzhou in advance. Killing him would be killing two birds with one stone. It would remove a hidden threat and cause chaos within the court."

Zhao Yuhuan stared at him for a while, understanding Zhao Gou's ulterior motives. He was simply jealous of Meng Qingzhou for being close to the Empress.

Zhao Yuhuan didn't bother to expose him and sternly warned, "Fine, but you must succeed. Remember to do it cleanly, leaving no traces! Kill Meng Qingzhou and return immediately!

During this time, I will incite the prefects and county magistrates across Great Jin to stir up conflict and distract Qin Liuli."

Zhao Gou was overjoyed and said, "Thank you, Father. I won't let you down!"

"Good."

As Zhao Yuhuan's image slowly faded from the Thousand-Mile Communication Disc, Zhao Gou's smile disappeared, and he called out coldly:"Wu Die!"

From the depths of the dark stone cave, the sound of footsteps echoed, and a curvaceous figure slowly entered Zhao Gou's view.

The woman wore a tight-fitting purple dress that accentuated her ample chest and slender waist. Her fair skin glowed under the candlelight.

Wu Die smiled seductively and bowed slightly, "What can I do for you, Heir Apparent?"

Zhao Gou's narrow eyes hid a burning desire as he swallowed and beckoned her over. "You've worked hard guarding the pass these days. Come, let me see if you've gained weight."

Wu Die walked gracefully, her voice cold and distant, "I am covered in poison, more deadly than the Mandala Flower. Even my hair is laced with bone-corroding poison. Do you dare to touch me?"

Zhao Gou's expression changed slightly, and he instinctively took a step back, cursing inwardly.

Slut! Teasing without delivering!

Wu Die's deep purple eyes glanced at Zhao Gou's retreat, a hint of mockery and disdain flashing in her gaze.

"I called you out for a task," Zhao Gou said. "Kill someone for me—Meng Qingzhou, the Empress' Husband of Great Jin!"

Wu Die chuckled, "I can do that, but what will you pay me?"

Zhao Gou said calmly, "Complete the task, and I promise to reunite you with your brother."

Wu Die's breath hitched, and she trembled as she asked, "Really?"

"The Heir Apparent always keeps his word," Zhao Gou said, adding silently in his heart.

Too bad your brother is already dead.

Once you complete the task, my Celestial Grade Detoxification Pill should be ready.

By then, whether you're round or flat, you'll be at my mercy.

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