Reborn Into A New Life, Everyone Loves Me Now (GL) - Chapter 7

A knock sounded at the door.

Su Qishi glanced apologetically at Yun Shouyue, then strode to the door and opened it. Just as she was about to question Nian Qi, she saw a familiar figure facing her—along with those red-tinged eyes.

“Your Highness, wake up… quickly…”

As soon as Su Qishi opened her eyes, she saw her former personal maid, Nian Qi, looking at her with worry.

But Nian Qi’s face… it looked so young, so much younger than she remembered…

Suddenly, Su Qishi realized something. Grabbing Nian Qi’s hand, she asked anxiously, “What year is it now?”

Nian Qi felt that her lord was acting oddly today. She reached out to touch Su Qishi’s forehead—no fever…

“Year 18 of Qianguang.”

Year 18 of Qianguang…

Could it be? Had she returned to six years ago?

At this time, she had just been granted the title of Prince after winning the Battle of Geyue. Yun Shouyue and Dao Wunian were still alive—everything could still be changed…

Su Qishi calmed herself and asked, “What’s gotten you so flustered?”

Only then did Nian Qi remember the urgent matter at hand.

“Your Highness, did you forget? Today you promised to teach Miss Liu archery! If you don’t get up now, you’ll be late.”

The word “archery” struck her like a blow. A wave of dread washed over Su Qishi, as though an invisible force had trapped her.

In her past life, she had taught Liu Jiangli archery, thinking it would be a useful skill for self-defense. But she hadn’t expected that one day, the arrow would be aimed at her.

Teach her again? Was she to be shot dead by her once more?

With an expressionless face, Su Qishi said coldly, “Go and tell Liu Jiangli—I’m tired today. I won’t be going.”

“What!? Your Highness, did I hear you correctly?”

“You’re standing up Miss Liu?”

Nian Qi was stunned. Who in the capital didn’t know that Prince Yue, Su Qishi, was infatuated with the Second Miss of the Prime Minister’s household, Liu Jiangli? She’d visit the Liu residence constantly, and everyone had assumed they would eventually marry.

Su Qishi’s gaze turned cold. “What, is that a problem?”

Finally realizing that her mistress truly didn’t want to go, Nian Qi nodded quickly, still surprised.

“No problem, no problem. I’ll go tell Miss Liu right away.”

After Nian Qi left, Su Qishi reflected on her earlier harshness—perhaps she’d been too fierce. After all, in her past life, Nian Qi had…

The shock of reincarnation and the complex tangle of emotions it stirred left Su Qishi feeling inexplicably irritable.

In her past life, she had loved Liu Jiangli deeply. So deeply, that even after all that had happened, she couldn’t bring herself to hate her. But that arrow on the city tower had shattered the heart that once beat for Liu Jiangli.

As for why Liu Jiangli wanted to kill her—there were many possible reasons, but Su Jue’s death had been the most devastating.

Now, however, none of that mattered. The past was gone, and what mattered now was ensuring that those who abandoned and harmed her paid the price.

—Prime Minister’s Residence, Main Gate—

Liu Jiangli and her maid, Hua Yun, had been waiting at the gate since early morning.

Clad in a moon-white embroidered gown, Liu Jiangli stood like an ethereal flower—cool and aloof, untouched by the dust of the mortal world.

The carriage from Prince Yue’s residence slowly came into view.

At the thought of seeing A’Shi soon, a flicker of joy lit up A’Li’s eyes, softening her usually cold gaze.

But from the carriage stepped only Nian Qi. A’Li’s anticipation was destined to end in disappointment.

Wearing a polite smile, Nian Qi spoke apologetically, “I’m sorry, Miss Liu. His Highness caught a chill last night and won’t be able to teach you archery today.”

A’Li’s expression dimmed at the news, but upon hearing that A’Shi was unwell, her disappointment quickly gave way to worry.

Her eyes filled with concern, lashes trembling. Her voice shook slightly. “How did he catch a chill? Has the imperial physician been summoned?”

Seeing A’Li’s deep concern, Nian Qi grew flustered, forcing herself to stay composed. “Yes, the physician has already treated him. Please don’t worry, Miss Liu.”

What’s wrong with His Highness today? How could he bear to disappoint Miss Liu like this?

Just as Nian Qi was about to leave quietly, A’Li called out.

“Miss Nian Qi, please wait.”

Nian Qi paused, turning back in confusion. “Is there something else, Miss Liu?”

A’Li’s cool gaze flickered, her voice gentle. “A’Shi dislikes bitterness. After taking medicine, he likes to have a candied plum. Please prepare some for him.”

Nian Qi was even more puzzled. When did His Highness start needing candied plums after medicine?

“Understood. Thank you, Miss Liu.”

After boarding the carriage, Nian Qi mulled it over, and suddenly everything clicked. Ah, His Highness really knows how to act.

No wonder he didn’t even flinch at the bitter battlefield medicines—it’s because Miss Liu wasn’t there to see it!

Hua Yun noticed her mistress still gazing in the direction of the departing carriage and gently reminded her.

“Miss, the carriage has long gone.”

A’Li slowly withdrew her gaze, a trace of sorrow in her eyes.

Softly, she whispered, “A’Shi…”

“Did you finish what I asked of you?”

“Of course, Your Highness. Everything’s been handled.”

A’Shi nodded in approval. “Not bad.” She tossed Nian Qi an apple. “Catch.”

Taking a big bite, Nian Qi spoke with her mouth full, “Since when do you need candied plums after taking medicine?”

Setting down her teacup, A’Shi glanced at Nian Qi calmly, her tone meaningful. “Have you been too idle lately?”

Nian Qi immediately sensed danger and smiled sheepishly. “Please, Your Highness, I get it now.”

A’Shi chuckled. “Eat your apple. Let’s see if it can keep that mouth of yours shut.”

“After that, head to Yaoxiang Pavilion.”

This sentence struck Nian Qi like thunder.

“You’re going to see Miss Yun again?” she exclaimed.
“Aren’t you afraid Miss Liu will find out?”
“She’d be heartbroken.”

At the mere mention of A’Li, A’Shi’s heart grew heavy, as if wrapped in fog.

Her voice was indifferent. “Don’t mention A’Li in front of me again.”

“You don’t love her anymore?”

“No, I don’t.”

Nian Qi stole a glance at A’Shi with a you heartless scoundrel expression, silently outraged on A’Li’s behalf.

—Yaoxiang Pavilion—

A’Shi changed out of her favored red robes and into a cloud-white brocade robe lined with gold thread. Her long hair was tied up and fastened with a single white jade hairpin.

Gone was the rouge; she now appeared as a refined and gentle young lord.

As soon as A’Shi entered, the madam of the pavilion greeted her warmly.

“Young Master Shi, you’ve come! Miss Yun has been waiting.”

With a faint smile, A’Shi slipped a gold ingot into the madam’s hand. “Please, lead the way.”

“Of course! You’re Miss Yun’s most favored guest. Someone like you is truly rare in this world.”

Her smile didn’t reach her eyes. A’Shi replied lightly, “You flatter me. Please take good care of Miss Yun in the future.” Another gold ingot followed.

The madam beamed with joy, her crow’s feet dancing with her smile.

“Naturally, naturally. Rest assured, I’ll take excellent care of her.”

She led A’Shi to Yun’s room and, with a sway of her hips, left them alone.

As the door closed, a cold gleam flashed in A’Shi’s eyes.

Her hand paused at the door, a surge of excitement stirring in her heart. She knocked lightly.

A soft voice responded from within, “Young Master Shi? Please come in.”

Without hesitation, A’Shi entered. Nian Qi naturally stood guard outside.

Outside, Nian Qi gazed around aimlessly. Her eyes happened to land on a familiar figure downstairs. She rubbed her eyes in disbelief, then reassured herself—There’s no way she’d be here. Her heart slowly settled.

—Inside the Room—

The moment A’Shi stepped inside and saw Yun Shouyue, her mind blanked. Her gaze locked onto Shouyue, a torrent of guilt and joy overwhelming her.

Everything she wanted to say vanished at the sight of him.

Those gentle eyes… they felt like a lifetime ago.

Lowering her gaze, A’Shi masked the emotions in her eyes.

“While I’ve been gone… have you been well, Shouyue?”

Yun Shouyue’s eyes held a faint smile. “Every day’s the same… Only when you come does life have color.”

A’Shi blinked, as if trying to process the weight of his words.

Seeing her dazed expression, Shouyue laughed softly.

“A’Shi, don’t dwell on it. I was just teasing.”
“I’ve been well these days.”

A’Shi’s mood lightened…

“I’m dying of thirst.”

Yun Shouyue sat down beside Su Qishi. She wore an elegant lavender gown, her delicate nose slightly upturned, red lips gently pursed, and her bright eyes shimmering.

She asked softly, voicing what was truly on her mind, “A’Shi, have you seen Miss Liu?”

“Not yet.”

Su Qishi smiled, “Let’s not talk about others. We haven’t seen each other in so long. As your close friend, shouldn’t I share some amusing stories from the Battle of Geyue with you?”

Yun Shouyue’s beauty differed from A’Li’s. Hers was gentle and unthreatening, evoking a strong desire to protect her—so much so that people often overlooked the quiet resilience in her heart.

Upon hearing the answer she longed for, joy flickered across Yun Shouyue’s face, the smile in her eyes radiant and captivating.

“A’Shi, hurry and tell me. I really want to hear about it,” she said, her tone eager.

Su Qishi’s eyes sparkled as she began recounting the tale with a lighthearted ease, while Yun Shouyue listened quietly, her eyes gleaming, a different kind of emotion surfacing in their depths.

Her gaze followed A’Shi closely, attentive to every word and gesture.

The world around them seemed to still, the atmosphere harmonious and calm.

“That’s all for now. Next time I experience something interesting, I’ll be sure to share it with you.”

With that, she took the cup of water Yun Shouyue handed her and took a sip. Her parched throat instantly felt better.

“Shouyue, you’re always so thoughtful.”

Yun Shouyue blushed slightly at the praise, her cheeks tinged pink.

“By the way, Shouyue, has anyone been bothering you lately?”

Seeing her shake her head, Su Qishi finally felt at ease.

Although in her past life Yun Shouyue had remained safe at this time, A’Shi was still afraid.

She didn’t want the tragedies of her previous life to repeat themselves.

“A’Shi…”

A knock sounded at the door. Su Qishi glanced at Yun Shouyue with a trace of apology in her eyes, then strode to the door and opened it. She was just about to scold Nian Qi, when she saw a familiar figure standing before her—along with those phoenix eyes tinged with red.