23.9 (Revised)

23.9
What about the Empire's downfall?
I really wanted to question the girl in front of me, but instead, I saw her looking at me and saying, "Brother, you don't like hearing about this, do you? How about we talk about our childhood instead?" (Note: The provided translation keeps all @ matches in the original Chinese text.)
I sat in my seat and nodded, "Sure! What do you want to hear?"
She leaned on her chin and said, "Anything, I want to know everything."
I casually recounted a childhood incident, sharing some funny stories about me and Su Yuan. Translation:
Li Xi really enjoys listening to me talk, especially when I talk about how I bully Su Yuan. She always claps excitedly.
I asked her, "Did you not have any siblings when you were young?"
She looked at me and thought for a moment before saying, "Actually, I have two brothers, an older brother and a younger brother. But they are both happier than me and live with our father."
Whenever she mentioned her mother, there was always a tinge of sadness. I sighed and asked, "So, what is your relationship like with them?"
I don't think it's a good idea.
She smiled and said, "Father dotes on my older brother, and mother's favorite is my younger brother."
I think this topic is a bit dangerous, as she seems to dislike it.
I immediately said, "But only you became the queen, so you are the most special. If they knew how outstanding you are, they would definitely regret not showering you with more love."
After listening to my words, Li Xi unexpectedly threw herself into my arms and said, "You're right, I am the most outstanding. After all, I have you."
She hugged me, and I didn't know where to put my hands, so I could only pat her back and tell her, "Hmm, you should get up first."
She, however, is unwilling and says she wants to hold onto me.
I feel like she looks a bit like Solomon, to be honest, I haven't seen him in a while, and I kind of miss him.
I asked Li Xi, will Solomon come to the wedding?
Li Xi lay in my arms, touching my face and saying, "I will fulfill whatever you desire."
At that time, I had no idea what Li Xi meant by this statement. If I had known, I would have certainly prevented this big wedding.
On the second day, the wedding took place just like this. I never expected the ceremony to be so grandly arranged. The entire capital city's population participated in this wedding.
The people of the capital are filled with laughter, cheering and congratulating me and the queen on our marriage.
The first time I wore a black wedding dress, I looked handsome from every angle, especially when I lowered my gaze, resembling Ares.
I have to admit, I have always liked the aura of Ares. When I appeared in front of Li Xi wearing this outfit, she didn't say it looked good.
She was wearing a black gown, with a lace bridal veil on her head. The veil was adorned with golden gemstones, making it look like a crown when worn.
Our wedding started at 4 o'clock in the morning, departing from the Capitol.
When I got on the dark horse of the Cavaliers, I have been waiting for Su Fang and their signal. They told me that once they hear gunshots, they should immediately spread their wings and leave.
As planned, I should leave this place before entering the palace.
However, I didn't wait for their gunshots. There were even two men standing beside me. These two men had execution guns in their hands.
Just as I was about to leave, I heard Lucifer's voice in my ear, "Oh, Your Highness Vali, why haven't you come yet? Don't you want to see your mother?"
Now I understand, Su Yuan and the others have failed.
As the team continued to move forward and entered the palace, I sensed a strange aura. This aura reminded me of the burial grounds of the Holy Ancestors.
That smell makes me a little scared.
I haven't been scared for a long time. The team enters the Eternal Sleep Garden in the palace.
In the garden, there are crosses and a Judgment Day scythe displayed.
Li Xi stood in the middle of the garden wearing a veil. She was beautifully dressed, and her lips were a vivid red like blood.
As she looked at me, a sweet smile formed on her face.
But I told her, "I'm sorry, I can't marry you!"
Li Xi's expression remained unchanged, and she asked, "If you don't marry me, you won't be able to see your mother, you know!"
I have always known that Li Xi and Lucifer have a cooperative relationship, and I continued, "Ah Xi, I know you're a good person. I...I can take my mother away from this place."
What do you want to keep me around for? As long as I have it, I can give you anything."
Li Xi shook his head and said, "Su Fang, I just want you as a person!"
I don't understand, so I ask her, "What do you want me to do? You don't like me anyway!"
She nods and says, "How do you know I don't like you? Come over and marry me first, and after we make our vows before the Father God, you will be able to see your mother."
I stood still.
However, she sighed and said to me, "
Li Xi clapped his hands and a dog ran out from the bushes. The dog was very fond of Li Xi and circled around him.
I looked at the dog and took a step forward, asking, "What have you done to them?"
Li Xi smiled and said, "So you also know Niuniu, let her father tell you what happened to them?"
I saw He Yang emerging from the bushes, still looking cheerful, and said to Li Xi, "Oh, Your Majesty, how could you sell me out so quickly? Oh, long time no see, Su Fang. Oh, now I should call you Your Highness Wali."
He Yang is wearing the armor of the Holy Vanguard and he smiles as he says, "It's not a big deal, just capturing one dead and one alive."
"Who died? Who did you capture alive?"
He Yang smiled and said, "Naturally, we captured His Royal Highness Ares, so it was Prince Michael who died. Not more, not less, Paradise lost 30,000 elites and the army lost 50,000 officers."
Still a good profit!"
"It was you all along," I looked at He Yang. Translated:
It was Su Yuan who said that He Yang took away Sun Yanyan, so I went to Di Bo La. He was the one behind the scenes, pulling the strings.
He Yang smiled and said, "Well, it has always been me."
I suddenly thought of Sun Yanyan and said, "Where is the fatty?"
He Yang's face changed slightly and he said, "He's doing fine, so you can rest assured."
I looked at Li Xi and asked, "Who are you, really?"
Li Xi's face remained unchanged, and suddenly he leaned in and kissed saying, "Su Fang! No matter who I am, I will always be your partner."
I asked her, "Why are you doing all this?"
She smiled and told me, "I have already told you, I have two brothers, an older brother who is favored by father, and a younger brother who is favored by mother."
"
I have nothing, Father God told me, if I want something, I have to go and get it myself.
"
And then, after his mother died, he had you, why?"
I asked him, "Su Yuan will definitely not die, where is he?"
As Hao Yang raised the execution gun, a bullet pierced through my abdomen, immediately corroding my body.
The guard who was pushed out took away my knife. Seeing Li Xi furrowed his brows and said, "Quick, call a doctor, quickly!"
I was caught by the guards and said to Li Xi, "Is Su Yuan really dead?"
Li Xi pushed aside the guards and said, "Don't move anymore, take care of your body."
Li Xi's voice suddenly changes into that of a man, and it's only then that I realize, she was never a woman to begin with.
I push him away, using all my strength to prepare for self-destruction.
I see the terrified eyes of He Yang, I see the expression on Li Xi's face as she is taken away by the guards, and I also see a person with pure white wings, a face kissed by angels, descending from the sky.
He exclaimed at me, "Big brother!"
In my moment of self-destruction, he hugged me.
In my heart, I thought: This silly little brother, why does he want to be with me even in death?
And also, you little idiot, you're not dead, so what was the point of me dying!
A burst of white light appeared in front of me, and the next second I felt nothing at all. I only heard:
Ding Dong
Ding Dong
Ding Dong
I suddenly opened my eyes and found myself standing on a mirror that I had seen many times before. The surroundings were filled with an endless white fog, and only the mirror beneath my feet reflected my somewhat vacant eyes.
Before I had a chance to observe myself properly, I heard: "
Should previous memories be loaded? Yes
Should previous abilities be loaded? Yes
Should I start over? Yes!"
Start over? Before I could even react, I saw the mirror shatter.
I exclaimed, "Ah!"
and fell into the abyss.
When I woke up again, I found myself standing on the road. A vibration came from my pocket, accompanied by a familiar ringtone.
I slowly slide open my phone and see the words "Ms. Su" written on it. As I answer the call, I hear, "Why did you only pick up now? What have you been doing?"
You, as the older brother, should learn something. Look at your younger brother, he is younger than you but better at making money. Look, he even paid for me and dad to go on a trip to A Island. But you...
Little Theater:
Sufang: I'm really done shooting!
A Certain Beast: Hmm, there are still 60 days left.
Sufang: I don't care, anyway, I'm dead!
A Certain Beast: It's okay, we can reset! Just like playing a game, we can save again and start over! Hey, why are you running? Why are you running?