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At that critical moment, when life and death hung in the balance, a dazzling white light suddenly streaked across the sky, moving with the speed of a shooting star that vanished in an instant.
The white light arrived so swiftly that the man in black had no time to react.
In an instant, accompanied by a chilling and heart-wrenching scream, the man’s body was struck by an invisible force, sending him flying backward like a kite with its string cut.
With a loud thud, he crashed onto the hard ground, the powerful impact kicking up a cloud of dust around him.
This sudden and astonishing turn of events seemed to freeze time at that moment, transforming the already suffocating tension into an even heavier atmosphere, as if everything had come to a standstill.
At this moment, Lin Yu was still in shock. She instinctively reached out to fiercely pat her chest, trying to calm her heart that was racing wildly from sheer terror.
She could clearly feel her heart pounding loudly, as if it might burst from her throat at any moment.
Fortunately, there was no real danger, and Lin Yu couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief.
She knew very well that if it hadn’t been for the System's Inverse Light coming to her aid just in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable.
Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but silently ponder: “Inverse Light, how did you manage to do that just now? Did you use some rare treasure?”
Although there was a hint of trembling and relief in her voice, Lin Yu remained vigilant, her beautiful eyes scanning the surroundings constantly in case the man in black attempted a surprise attack.
Soon, she heard the System’s Inverse Light chuckling with a hint of pride: “Hehehe, dear Host, I am the all-powerful Inverse Light! The situation was critical earlier, so I specially spent Points in the System shop to exchange for a high-level defense talisman. How impressive is that?”
At that moment, the System’s Inverse Light suddenly chimed in with an air of self-congratulation: “Hehehe, Master, do you see how amazing I am? This time it was all thanks to me!”
The tone was filled with pride, reminiscent of a child boasting about their new favorite toy—almost shaking its head and wagging its tail for praise.
Hearing the System bragging like this made Lin Yu laugh out loud. She quickly responded, “Impressive! My dear Inverse Light, you are truly amazing! You’re my great savior and lifeline!” She knew very well that showering praise on the System at this moment would be wise.
After all, she would still have to rely on it to keep her life safe!
This sudden and enormous change left Lin Yu utterly stunned.
Not only her, but Jiang Chen beside her and the ministers present were equally shocked.
They exchanged glances, each wearing a face of astonishment, their eyes filled with confusion and disbelief, as if they had just witnessed an unimaginable and incredible event.
The first to regain composure was the Emperor. After steadying himself, he quickly began to survey the surroundings.
However, what was surprising was that the mysterious figure in black had vanished without a trace, leaving behind only a shocking pool of blood and chaotic footprints that seemed to silently narrate the fierce battle that had just erupted here.
“Your Majesty, the… the assassin… it seems like they were struck away by something…” A minister's face turned as pale as paper, his legs trembling uncontrollably as if he would collapse at any moment.
He stammered, his voice shaking violently, like a candle flickering in the wind, ready to extinguish at any moment.
The Emperor sat on the dragon throne, his expression dark and furious, resembling the sky before a storm.
His sharp eyes fixed intently on the minister, his tone filled with displeasure and anger: “What was it? Who can give me a proper explanation? What exactly is going on here?
The Imperial Study is one of the most important places in the palace. How could an assassin infiltrate it and then be inexplicably struck away? This is an utter disgrace that has humiliated me and diminished my authority! If no one can provide a reasonable explanation, you all shall bear the responsibility!”
Seeing this, Lin Yu's mind raced as she concocted a plan.
She stepped forward gracefully, feigning an air of mystery as she spoke: “Your Majesty, I am also completely unaware of this. But perhaps it is truly divine intervention from above!” After saying this, she discreetly signaled to the hidden System “Inverse Light” with her eyes, conveying some sort of secret message: Hurry up and cooperate with me in this act!
However, the Emperor was not someone who could be easily deceived.
Hearing what Lin Yu said, he merely let out a cold snort, his eyes flashing with unmistakable skepticism.
After all, as the ruler of a nation, he would not easily believe such absurd claims.
However, there were currently no other reasonable explanations to be found. Reluctantly, he had no choice but to set this matter aside for the time being, awaiting further investigation to uncover the truth.
"Inverse Light, hurry! Activate the scanning function and find out where that damned figure in black has escaped to!" Lin Yu shouted anxiously in his heart, beads of sweat rolling down his forehead.
He knew that he absolutely could not allow this person in black to escape; otherwise, it would lead to endless troubles!
If they did not eliminate him today, they would likely never find peace in the future!
Thus, it was imperative to eradicate him completely without leaving any room for escape!
At that moment, the crisp and slightly playful voice of the System "Inverse Light" chimed in: "Oh dear, host, don’t be so anxious! I’m working hard on the scan right now!" Hearing its casual tone made Lin Yu grit his teeth in frustration, but there was no time to argue with it now.
Before long, Inverse Light excitedly exclaimed, "Haha! Found it! Host, that figure in black is sprinting towards the Imperial Garden!"
Its voice was filled with uncontainable excitement, as if it were participating in an exhilarating game of hide-and-seek.
Upon hearing this news, Jiang Chen, who was standing nearby, immediately issued an order: "Chase! Everyone listen up—pursue at full speed! We must capture that audacious assassin!"
With his command, the well-trained and agile Guards behind him surged forward like arrows released from a bow.
Their speed was lightning-fast, creating a whirlwind as they rushed past, raising clouds of dust. It seemed as though each of them was burning with fierce anger, eager to tear that figure in black to shreds to alleviate their wrath.
Naturally, Lin Yu was not one to lag behind and followed closely behind the crowd as they raced forward.
In truth, her visit was not merely to capture the man in black; it was more about uncovering the true mastermind behind everything. After all, only by identifying the puppet master could the problem be fundamentally resolved, preventing future troubles.
She pondered to herself that this matter could not be so simple; it must be hiding a colossal conspiracy capable of shocking the world.
Looking around, the Imperial Garden was a riot of colors, with flowers blooming in abundance, each vying for attention and releasing waves of fresh, pleasant fragrances that lifted one's spirits and invigorated the mind.
However, at this moment, this breathtaking scenery was shrouded in a tense and oppressive atmosphere that sent chills down one’s spine and filled hearts with dread.
Jiang Chen led a group of Guards in a thorough search of the garden. Each of them had their eyes wide open, scanning every detail meticulously as they searched every inch of the area, yet the shadow of the mysterious figure in black remained elusive.
"This is truly bizarre. Where on earth has this person gone? How could they vanish without a trace?" The Emperor furrowed his brow, displaying signs of doubt, his words laced with impatience and anxiety.
Could it be that this man in black possessed extraordinary abilities, capable of vanishing into thin air?
Just as everyone was at a loss, Lin Yu suddenly caught sight of an official in court attire hiding behind a towering tree, looking around nervously as if deliberately avoiding the gaze of others.
"Inverse Light, quickly scan that official! I have a feeling he’s suspicious!" Lin Yu thought to herself, her instincts telling her that this official was definitely involved in something shady.
"Host, the scan results indicate that this official carries the scent of the man in black!" The voice of System "Inverse Light" rang out with certainty, as if it had already confirmed its findings.
Lin Yu's heart skipped a beat. Could this official be the mastermind behind it all? That seemed too incredible!
She approached the official discreetly and then suddenly made her move, grabbing him by the collar and demanding sharply, "Who are you? Why did you attempt to assassinate the Emperor?"
The official was taken aback by Lin Yu's sudden action. His face paled as panic and fear flashed in his eyes. "Y-you... what nonsense are you talking about? I... I am innocent! How could I ever attempt to assassinate the Emperor? I am a loyal minister!" He stammered, his voice filled with terror as his body trembled uncontrollably.
"Wronged? Hmph! The evidence is conclusive; do you still want to deny it?" Lin Yu sneered, then yanked off the mask of the black-clad man, revealing his true identity.
The face of the minister was exposed before everyone, and it turned out to be a high-ranking official in the court! He usually appeared dignified and loyal to the emperor, but unexpectedly, he was the mastermind behind the assassination attempt!
The crowd gasped in shock, exchanging incredulous glances, unable to believe their eyes. They never imagined that someone who seemed so upright could commit such treasonous acts!
"You... how could you..." Jiang Chen stammered, pointing at the minister, his body trembling with rage, unable to articulate his disbelief. He never expected that the one behind the assassination attempt would be his most trusted minister! This was nothing short of a cruel irony!
"Your Majesty, please spare me! I... I was momentarily confused and misled by others, which led to this grave mistake! I beg you to consider my years of loyalty and spare my life!" The minister fell to his knees with a thud, weeping and pleading for mercy, looking as pitiful as could be.
"Momentarily confused? You embezzled military funds, framed loyal officials, and now attempted to assassinate me! How can you still claim it was a momentary lapse? You are utterly guilty and deserve death!" Jiang Chen roared, his voice booming like thunder, causing pain in everyone's ears and shattering the minister's last glimmer of hope.
"Guards! Seize this traitor and throw him into the dungeons; execute him on a chosen day!" With a command from Jiang Chen, the guards rushed forward, binding the minister tightly and escorting him away.
Lin Yu watched this scene unfold with mixed emotions. She never expected to be caught up in a palace struggle and nearly lose her life! The palace truly was a place that devoured people without leaving a trace!
"Host, congratulations on completing this task! You were amazing!" The voice of the System "Inverse Light" echoed with excitement and enthusiasm, almost more thrilled than Lin Yu herself.
Lin Yu let out a long sigh of relief; it was finally over! But what secrets lay hidden behind all this? Why did that minister attempt to assassinate Jiang Chen? Who had misled him? All of it remained a mystery!
Lin Yu sensed that this matter was not so simple; there must be a larger conspiracy at play! Perhaps this was just the tip of the iceberg! She resolved to uncover the truth and restore justice for Jiang Chen while clearing her own name!
Meanwhile, a mysterious figure stood on a distant high tower, coldly observing everything unfold... A chilling smile curled at the corners of his mouth as if everything was under his control... "The game has only just begun..." he murmured to himself in a low, hoarse voice, like a demon from hell.
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