After I died, the scumbag prince cried down the city wall

Cui Rongrong's rejection shocked Song Yanyi so much that he almost began to question his own understanding.

In his previous life, Cui Rong took great care of him and even mobilized the entire Cui family to eliminate the Sixth Prince and help him ascend the throne.

How could Cui Rong, who was so affectionate, reject her childhood engagement? This was too bizarre!

The emperor looked at the two princes with deep eyes, his face as clear as water, as if he was thinking about something.

Just when the atmosphere was delicate, there was a noise outside, and a young eunuch rushed in, shouting: "Oh no! The candle is on fire! There's a fire in the side hall!"

"what?!"

"A fire broke out in the side hall?!"

There was chaos in the hall for a while, but fortunately the guards and eunuchs acted quickly, fetched water to put out the fire, and the disaster in the side hall was quickly brought under control.

Although people were glad that the fire was under control, they couldn't help but wonder what the source of the fire was.

The emperor summoned the leading guard and asked in a deep voice, "Why did the side hall catch fire? Have you found out?"

"Your Majesty," the leading guard knelt down and reported, "It seems that the candle fell over and ignited the table, and the fire gradually spread."

Candle tipping?

There was no one in the side hall, so where did the candles come from? Moreover, the candles did not go out even after being poured out, but became even more vigorous, which obviously violated common sense.

Hearing this, everyone whispered, "This is an ominous sign. Could it be that the fate of the Crown Prince and the Cui family's daughter conflicted, which caused the fire?"

"That must be the case. A quarrel broke out right after the marriage was discussed. If it's not a sign, what else could it be? It is said that people in the border areas are often barbaric. This Cui family daughter is also a tough guy. She is not suitable for being a wife and a mother in the boudoir. I'm afraid there will be constant trouble in the future."

"Indeed, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince deserves a gentle and virtuous Crown Princess, who can complement his style."

These gossips drifted into the emperor's ears, making him frown and his face full of displeasure.

He is both ambitious and superstitious. Even if he is skeptical about something, he will take it to heart.

"Your Majesty," Cui Rongrong understood this very well and also understood the emperor's thoughts. After paying her respects, she continued, "Rongrong knows that I am not a good match for His Majesty, so please take back your decision."

The emperor stroked his beard and pondered for a long time, and finally said slowly: "Forget it, I can't be at peace until the border is settled. In this case, your marriage with Yi'er will be put on hold for the time being."

Seeing that the emperor had given in, Cui Rong felt relieved.

She bowed her head calmly to express her gratitude, hiding her inner joy: "Thank you for your consideration, Your Majesty. I will always remember it."

After saying this, he stood up and returned to his seat, but his heart was filled with turmoil.

The fire was not something strange, nor was it a conflict between her and Song Yanyi's destiny. It was directed by Zhao Xianer.

She remembered that in her previous life, Zhao Xian'er sent people to sneak into the side hall and set fire to it in order to prevent the emperor from granting the marriage.

She even deliberately created an ominous sign of the candlestick falling over, but in her previous life, she accepted this marriage regardless of everything.

Now, of course, she would not be stubborn and would just let things take their own course and postpone her marriage with Song Yanyi for the time being.

This is just the beginning. She wants to change her fate step by step, completely sever ties with Song Yanyi, and stay away from that tragic ending.

Cui Rongrong was immersed in her thoughts and didn't notice that Song Yanyi, who was sitting opposite her, was looking at her intently.

What happened to her?

Song Yanyi was confused and puzzled as to why there were so many changes in this life.

First, she was ambushed in Yangzhou and no one came to rescue her, and now she has taken the initiative to reject the engagement in front of the emperor.

Where is Cui Rong, the passionate woman who once swore to stay with him till death?

Is she really the one he knows?

After the palace banquet ended, Cui Rongrong got up and prepared to return home with her father Cui Min.

Cui Min was a little drunk after drinking the wine given by the emperor, but he still remembered that his daughter had just rejected the prince's marriage proposal, and his heart was full of curiosity.

The last time he passed through Yangzhou, Cui Rong suddenly asked him to borrow ten assassins. Her behavior was different from usual, which surprised him a little.

"Xiu Rong..."

Just as he was about to ask, a voice called Cui Rongrong from behind: "Miss Rongrong, please stay."

Cui Rongrong paused, pursed her lips, then slowly turned around and met Song Yanyi's scrutinizing gaze.

"Your Highness, what else is there?"

"Miss Rongrong," Song Yanyi was full of doubts and tried again, "Even if the war is not over, there is no need to postpone the marriage."

"When you reach the age of marriage, I can still come to your house to ask for marriage as promised when we were young."

Ever since he woke up and reunited with Cui Rong, things have repeatedly deviated from the trajectory of his previous life.

His reunion with the Cui family and his engagement with Cui Rong were two major changes that made him suspicious.

Is it a coincidence, or is the person in front of me not Cui Rong at all?

Strictly speaking, Cui Rongrong had been stationed in the border area away from the capital for many years, and many people in the capital didn't know much about her.

His words made Cui Rong feel sick. Her chest felt like it was churning and she almost vomited.

Did he think that harming her in the last life was not enough, and even if he were to live again, he would cling to her tightly and make her never have peace?

"Your Highness," Cui Rongrong frowned slightly, with tiny worries rippling in her eyes, "Rongrong once said that the foundation of a country lies in the safety of the people, but now the people's hearts are swaying, and I can hardly find a moment of peace in my heart, so how can I have the energy to care about the love affairs of young people."

“If Your Highness is anxious to find a Crown Princess who possesses both virtue and talent, perhaps you should look for another suitable spouse.

Rong Rong knows that such a heavy responsibility is beyond her ability. "

After she finished speaking, she shook her head gently, with determination and self-knowledge flashing in her eyes.

Song Yanyi was left speechless by these words and was about to open his mouth to refute.

Zhao Xian'er walked forward like a peach blossom blooming lightly in spring, her smile as gentle as the warm sunshine in March: "Brother Yanyi, how are you? It's been a year since we last met, do you still remember Xian'er's figure?"

"Naturally remember."

Song Yanyi hesitated for a moment, then smiled faintly, "You have grown up. You are no longer the little sister who would smile like a flower just for a piece of candy."

Zhao Xian'er's cheeks were covered with shy clouds, as if thousands of words were silently flowing between the two of them. She whispered, "Brother Yanyi is really good at joking. Even when you are not in the capital, every time I look at the rattle you gave me when I was a child, the laughter and joy of my childhood come back to me as if it were yesterday."

This scene was warm, but to Cui Rongrong it seemed as cold as ice.

Her expression froze instantly, like the coldest wind in winter, and she simply said, "Since Your Highness has important matters to attend to, I will not disturb you."

After saying this, she turned around resolutely without giving anyone a chance to react.

He stepped into the carriage waiting on the side, leaving Song Yanyi and Zhao Xianer in the troubled world.

In the car, she couldn't erase the resentment she felt towards Song Yanyi, as well as the pain of being stabbed in the back by Zhao Xianer.

Once upon a time, she was as humble as an ant, while they were at the peak of their careers and the focus of everyone's attention.

The personal maid Caiyun followed closely behind, her face full of confusion: "Miss, why are you always frowning after returning to Beijing?"

"The past is gone, and my heart is no longer the same as it was before."