This is your world

night.

Ping'an County.

In a certain restaurant.

The lights are bright and lively.

Those who can come here tonight are all people with status and status in Ping'an County.

Either a high-ranking official, a son of an official, a slightly famous talent, or a long-established beauty and talent.

Gather together, drink and drink.

They gathered here tonight for only one purpose... They were about to leave Ping'an County in the middle of the week.

This cocktail party was a farewell party for Zhou Zhongzheng.

If it were someone else, he would naturally not be treated like this. But Zhou Zhongzheng was different. His father was the captain.

He is also the captain of Chaoyang County.

In Nanzhou, Chaoyang County is the provincial capital.

Whether it is economic strength, military strength, or influence, Chaoyang County is unique.

Even compared to Kyoto in Zhongzhou, it is not far behind.

As the captain of Chaoyang County, it is natural that the rising tide lifts all boats.

Although strictly speaking, his father can only be regarded as the second in command of Chaoyang County.

After all, there is still pressure from the prefect above.

But even though he is just a second-in-command, his power is not small. Not to mention, Captain Zhou still controls part of the military power in Nanzhou.

This alone is enough for others to fawn over.

As the only son of Captain Zhou, Zhou Zhongzheng has aroused the pursuit of many others.

So much so that just leaving Ping'an County in the middle of the week attracted so many people to say goodbye. These young masters and ladies will naturally not let go of this opportunity to please Mr. Zhou.

If you can be appreciated by Mr. Zhou, it will be a great joy. Those ladies and so-called talented women also seized this opportunity and tried their best to attract Mr. Zhou's attention.

If he could be noticed by Mr. Zhou, he would really fly up a branch and become a phoenix.

Therefore, at this cocktail party, everyone had their own thoughts.

However, those talented men and beauties tried their best, but still failed to attract any attention from Mr. Zhou.

All of Zhou Zhongzheng's attention was on a woman among the crowd.

Su Shan.

…

At this time, Su Shan appeared in the corner of the restaurant.

Qiuyue next to her was guarding the young lady with all her heart to prevent anyone with ill intentions from approaching her.

Anyone who tries to come forward will be forced back by Qiuyue's cold eyes and aura.

The maid is not easy to mess with!

Zhou Zhongzheng, who saw this scene in the distance, frowned slightly, with a hint of gloom in his eyes.

However, the haze quickly dissipated and disappeared.

A gentle smile appeared on his face again, and he walked towards the corner.

At this time, Su Shan in the corner frowned slightly.

She originally didn't want to come to this cocktail party tonight.

But Zhou Zhongzheng sent a letter again and came to invite him in person, which made it somewhat difficult for Su Shan to refuse.

She was not very familiar with Zhou Zhongzheng. She had met and talked with him several times in the county town a few years ago.

Su Shan didn't have any feelings for him, nor did he have a bad impression. He was barely a friend.

Before he came to Ping'an County, Su Shan was also invited to attend the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Su Shan naturally knew Zhou Zhongzheng's thoughts well. However, he didn't take it too seriously.

Therefore, Su Shan originally planned to refuse Zhou Zhongzheng's invitation again this time.

However, although she did not take the Zhou family to heart, the Zhou family still had considerable influence in Chaoyang County, and Su Shan did not want to offend the Zhou family because of this matter.

If Zhou Zhongzheng refuses such a warm invitation this time, where will he lose his face if she refuses again?

Of course, Su Shan didn't care about this.

It wasn't until several ladies from Ping'an County that Su Shan had known came to invite her that Su Shan finally decided to agree.

These ladies are the only people Su Shan knows in Pingan County besides Shen Qingning.

The relationship wasn't very good, but to Su Shan, they could indeed be considered friends.

This time they suddenly came to persuade Su Shan to attend Zhou Zhongzheng's farewell banquet.

Su Shan knew the reason and purpose.

However, Su Shan originally didn't have many friends, and although she didn't have a good relationship with these ladies. But when they came to persuade, Su Shan finally agreed after thinking for a moment.

…

At this time, Zhou Zhongzheng had arrived in front of Su Shan and said with a smile on his face: "Miss Su, I'm glad you can come to see me off today."

Su Shan also smiled slightly: "Of course, Mr. Zhou rarely comes to Ping'an County. Now that he is leaving, to fulfill his friendship as a landlord, I naturally have to come and see him off."

Zhou Zhongzheng raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "In that case, I have to have a drink with Miss Su. After all, after this meeting, I don't know when I will be able to see you, Miss Su, next time."

"Sorry, I'm not feeling well today, so I can't drink with Mr. Zhou!"

Su Shan shook her head slightly, still smiling.

Zhou Zhongzheng's eyes narrowed slightly, but he still smiled and said: "It turns out it's because I'm feeling unwell, so I won't force myself. I'm very happy that Miss Su can come..."

While Zhou Zhong was chatting with Su Shan, he felt the cold eyes coming from next to him from time to time.

He looked back and saw Qiuyue beside Su Shan, looking at him expressionlessly.

His face was like ice, as if Zhou Zhongzheng owed her a lot of money, and his cold eyes made Zhou Zhongzheng feel slightly guilty.

Being stared at like this made him feel a little uncomfortable, not to mention that Zhou Zhongzheng was already feeling guilty tonight. Being stared at by Qiu Yue like this made him almost think that his plan was going to be seen through.

He couldn't help but said: "Miss Qiuyue... why do you look at me with such eyes? Do you have any objections to me?"

"No!"

Qiuyue replied coldly.

"Then what are you..."

"I've always looked at people like this." Qiuyue said coldly.

Zhou Zhongzheng was a little choked. Su Shan has such a gentle personality, why is the maid next to him so angry?

How does she look like a maid?

Zhou Zhongzheng knew that the maid Su Shan had an unusual temper, so he did not argue with her.

However, she is a problem!

There was a hint of gloom in Zhou Zhongzheng's eyes. If he wanted to implement tonight's plan, he had to get rid of this annoying maid first.

It seems that the temporary plan is no longer feasible.

Thinking of this, Zhou Zhongzheng showed a smile again on his face: "So that's it, Miss Qiuyue is... really kind!"

Qiuyue was expressionless and turned a blind eye to Zhou Zhongzheng's words.

Zhou Zhongzheng felt bored, exchanged a few words with Su Shan, and then found a reason to leave first.

"If Miss Su is free, next time I go to Chaoyang County, I will do my best to entertain Miss Su..."

"I have some small things to do, so I'll excuse you for a while."

After Zhou Zhongzheng left, he went upstairs to a private room.

Open the door and walk in.

His face gradually darkened.

"Master Zhou, how are you?"

Inside the room, several people came forward.

These people are obviously the ladies of the family who invited Su Shan to come.

Obviously, these people have long been bribed by Zhou Zhongzheng.

"Leave it to you, you will know what to do later!"

Zhou Zhongzheng glanced at them with a gloomy face: "After the matter is completed, I will ensure that your family will be prosperous and wealthy."

When several people heard this, their faces showed joy.

"Don't worry, Mr. Zhou. Don't worry and leave it to us. I guarantee that Su Shan won't be able to escape from your hands tonight, Mr. Zhou."

…

Restaurant corner.

Su Shan glanced around the restaurant and said calmly: "Qiuyue, let's go back."

Su Shan said lightly.

Her purpose of coming here tonight has been achieved and she has given Zhong Zhou a positive face, so naturally there is no need to stay any longer.

Qiuyue nodded and pushed Su Shan to leave.

At this moment, someone in the restaurant happened to see this scene, turned around and disappeared into the crowd.

Qiuyue pushed Su Shan out of the restaurant and came to the street.

It was getting late at this time, and there were not many people on the streets.

Just when Qiuyue was about to help the young lady get on the carriage and leave, murderous intent suddenly appeared.

Qiuyue's face, which was originally calm, changed and she turned around suddenly.

A black shadow rushed towards Su Shan, and a bright bayonet stabbed towards Su Shan.

"Miss, be careful!"

Qiuyue's face became extremely cold at this moment, and her eyes were full of frost.

She took a quick step and stood in front of Su Shan. Then she suddenly made a quick move and caught the opponent's knife.

Then, he slapped him hard.

The black shadow suddenly vomited blood and flew out.

However, before she could relax, at the same time, several figures appeared from all around, directly surrounding her.

Assassination? !

Qiuyue stood in front of Su Shan, her eyes suddenly darkened and cold, full of murderous intent.

After Su Shan was slightly distracted, she quickly reacted and calmed down.

It was not like she had never experienced an assassination before, so she didn't panic much.

Qiuyue was surrounded by several figures, glaring at her with murderous intent.

Beside the carriage, the guards of the Su Mansion also drew their swords to protect Su Shan.

There were not many people on the street, but they were scared away by this gesture.

"Killing!"

I don't know who shouted, and the sound was very harsh in the silent night sky.

At the same time, these assassins moved and came towards Su Shan.

"Protect your lady!"

Qiuyue spoke coldly, took the sword from the guard next to her, and faced several assassins head on.

In an instant

"Su Shan, come back quickly, it's dangerous outside!"

At this time, people in the restaurant were also attracted by the noise outside.

The ladies from Ping'an County whom Su Shan knew appeared at the door of the restaurant and said anxiously, "Come in quickly and hide for a while. It's dangerous outside."

"Go back first!"

Su Shan also realized that these people were coming for her. If she stayed outside at this time, she would undoubtedly be a living target.

So, without much hesitation, Su Shan ordered the guards to push her back to the restaurant.

Those who tried to break into the restaurant were temporarily stopped outside by the guards.

At this time, there was also a commotion in the restaurant.

The ladies came to Su Shan's side, and one of them said anxiously: "Sister Su, I know there is a trail at the back door of the restaurant, and you can escape from these people's pursuit. Let's take you back to the Su Mansion now! "

Su Shan hesitated for a moment. Although she felt something was wrong, the situation was urgent at this time, and Su Shan knew very well that her staying here would only drag Qiu Yue down.

In addition, these sisters had a good relationship with her, and there were guards around, so Su Shan didn't think much about it and nodded.

When the other people saw Su Shan nodding, they immediately looked at each other, and the joy in their eyes was self-evident.

"Sister Su, we will send you back now."

Then, these people pushed Su Shan and, escorted by a guard, quietly walked toward the back door of the restaurant.

At this time, in the restaurant, Zhou Zhongzheng, who had witnessed this scene, had a smile on his face that suggested he had succeeded.

…

At this time, outside the restaurant.

Qiuyue raised her sword and was surrounded by five or six masked assassins.

Qiuyue was very skilled and easily defeated the two assassins as soon as they met.

The rest was surrounded by five or six assassins, but still managed with ease.

However, although she did not take these assassins seriously. But it still takes some time to solve them.

Later, these assassins saw Qiuyue's opponent at all.

After holding back Qiu Yue for enough time, several people looked at each other.

"withdraw!"

Immediately, these assassins turned away and disappeared into the night.

Qiuyue stood there and did not chase.

She sheathed her sword, turned around and walked quickly towards the restaurant.

"Where's the lady?"

Qiuyue glanced at the restaurant, but did not see the young lady.

The guard next to him explained: "The girls just sent the young lady off through the back door first..."

Qiuyue frowned suddenly, she felt something was not right.

Although those assassins just now seemed to be targeting the young lady.

But the strength of those people is obviously not good, and it is impossible to assassinate the young lady.

Feeling a little uneasy, Qiuyue suddenly asked in a cold voice: "Where is the back door?"

The guards were also stunned. They were guarding the door just now and didn't notice this at all. They didn't know where the back door was.

At this moment, a voice came from the side: "I know where the back door is, come with me."

Qiuyue turned around and saw a gorgeously dressed woman appearing next to her.

Without thinking or hesitating, or caring who the other party was, Qiuyue said coldly: "Take me there."

"Come with me."

The woman led Qiuyue towards the back of the restaurant, passed through a corridor, and came to the backyard of the restaurant, stopping at the door of a room.

Qiuyue took a look and frowned: "Where is this?"

The woman explained: "Miss Su didn't actually leave through the back door just now. She was hiding in this room... It's very safe here and the assassins can't find it..."

Qiuyue frowned and glanced at the woman. Then he came to the door, then gently opened the door and walked in.

At this moment, the woman behind her showed a hint of coldness in her eyes.

Suddenly there was a dagger in his hand, and he suddenly stabbed Qiuyue behind.

"Ding!"

The dagger in the woman's hand fell out.

A long sword was pressed against her neck. Qiuyue's eyes were extremely cold and murderous.

"Who are you?"

"Where is my lady?"

A look of horror instantly appeared on the woman's face: "Don't kill me, don't kill me, I...I was forced..."

Qiuyue's eyes were cold and emotionless.

"Stop talking nonsense, where is my lady?!"

At this moment, Qiuyue felt a strong sense of uneasiness in her heart.

Fell into a trap!

He fell into the trap of luring the tiger away from the mountain!

"I, I don't know..."

The woman looked obviously frightened, and her whole body was trembling: "Don't kill me, don't kill me... I was forced by them..."

"If you don't say anything, you'll die!"

Qiuyue was anxious inside, and her eyes became colder and emotionless.

"I said...I said..."

The woman was finally frightened and said everything.

"Can you put down the sword first...I'm so scared..."

Qiuyue stared at her coldly and slowly put down the sword.

"go to hell!"

The woman's expression suddenly changed, she pulled out a dagger from her sleeve again and stabbed Qiuyue.

"court death!"

Qiuyue's eyes were sharp, and murderous intent surged out.

"boom!"

The woman's body flew backwards, vomiting blood.

He passed out on the spot.

Then the moment she took action, she suddenly noticed murderous aura coming from the room behind her.

Sneak attack? ! !

Qiuyue was caught off guard and was suddenly attacked by the person behind her.

Blood poured from her back.

Qiuyue turned around suddenly, but because of the wound on her back, her movements were slightly sluggish.

Just for a moment, the other party slapped her hard again.

Qiuyue's body took a few big steps back.

At this moment, Qiuyue suddenly noticed something filling the room.

Her expression suddenly changed, and it was too late to hold her breath.

His head was dizzy, his whole body was shaky, and his vision began to turn dark.

"Miss……"

Qiuyue gritted her teeth and wanted to persist, but she couldn't hold on at this time.

Just before she was about to lose consciousness, she seemed to hear a familiar voice faintly in her ears.

She used the last bit of strength in her body to open her eyes and vaguely saw a familiar figure.

The figure who was supposed to be her most annoying figure turned out to be friendly at this time.

"Go and save...save the lady..."

These were the last words Qiuyue said before she fell into coma.

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