Chapter 2
Behind her followed two young maidservants, both of whom were delicate and beautiful young ladies of sixteen, their brows and eyes revealing an air of pride cultivated by a life of privilege and comfort
I wondered why all these palace maids had become so well-behaved, and it turned out that the Empress Dowager had arrived. Why has the Empress Dowager left her own Yunyang Palace to come here?
As Lady Xiahou departed, a beautiful young maid rushed over to help Fei Yan. She chattered incessantly, her words coming out like rapid-fire bullets, both quick and loud
Student Fei Yan desperately covered her eyes with her hand, feeling utterly hopeless.
She secretly kept a male lover, indulged in debauchery within the harem, and none of her actions escaped his watchful eye.
Xiahou Wen originally thought that she resembled him; her features, though not outstanding, were at least well-proportioned, and they shared a certain affinity. At this moment, seeing how understanding she was, his fondness for her increased even more.
The entire person resembles a fairy that has mistakenly fallen into the mortal world, clearly a male figure, yet so beautiful that it takes one's breath away
It is not right to lavishly ignore her classmate Fei Yan
My dear girl, rest assured, from now on you will be my daughter, Xiahou Wen. Whatever Qing'er has, your father will also give you, and I will never show favoritism!
Oh, uncle, I know you are a good person
The sharp and stern voice of the maid suddenly rose in pitch, and two pairs of fiery eyes fiercely glared at the young girl held in the arms of the young man, both filled with hidden anger.
Xiahou Wen wiped away his old sweat, feeling that the incense had been burned correctly. He thanked heaven and earth, finally relieved that his aunt had stopped her chaotic meddling, and the Xiahou residence returned to tranquility
He gently patted Fei Yan's head and continued to sigh
From this point on, Qiuhong resolutely followed Feiyan, genuinely fond of this second young lady
The beautiful concubine is still immersed in the tenderness of the kiss from the Cloud Emperor just now, her cheeks flushed with heat, and she feels a sweetness in her heart that makes her almost willing to die without regret. She believes she has finally gained the favor of the Cloud Emperor, and with great effort, she rises and gently inquires.
The voice of the Cloud Emperor was very cold, and even colder than his voice was the sudden sinking of the Empress Dowager's heart.
The little girl wiped her saliva and suddenly became excited
However, the heart of the Cloud Emperor has always been as cold as ice and snow. The palace maids, understanding his feelings, carefully used soft cloths to wipe away the scent left by the consort on him
However, why does it feel increasingly wrong the more I embrace?
His tone was indifferent as he casually remarked, "That is a matter for the Court of Imperial Sacrifices; is it necessary for this prince to personally address such trivial matters?"
It turns out that the second young lady likes the young master because he resembles an old acquaintance in both appearance and demeanor
The neighbor's Ah Huang, wait for me to be reborn in the next life, and I will raise you to grow up. Please do not be stewed into dog meat hotpot by others so soon. I have already made a promise with Fatty that when you have more meat, we will stew you into hotpot...
Fei Yan instinctively blurted out
Watching her leave in a daze, the Emperor Yun's eyes flashed with a cold light. He pushed aside the beautiful concubine beside him, and the palace maid standing nearby immediately understood and presented a golden basin and mouthwash.
Miss, please come down, I beg you! You cannot jump; if you fall from such a height and get injured, how will I explain it to the master!
In no time, the inner eunuchs had swiftly taken the weeping and disheveled consort, who appeared utterly pitiful, out of the room, as fast as the wind and as quick as lightning
You, you, you... how could you let me go! It hurts so much!
Although what the lady said was somewhat harsh, there was certainly no malice intended. During my time at the Xiahou family, the person I have respected the most is the lady...
He lazily rested his head against the soft bosom of the beautiful concubine, speaking in a frivolous and wanton tone
After a mishap, when she broke the young lady's peony jade hairpin, Xiahou Qing was enraged on the spot and ordered the servants to drag her out and administer fifty strokes with a heavy stick. Even a strong man would lose half his life after receiving fifty strokes, let alone such a delicate young girl
We understand that you are suffering, having been married into the palace as a substitute for the young lady of the Yun family, and having to share a husband with many other women. However, now that you are in the palace, at least you are a consort!
He said he wanted Xiahou Qing—the most beautiful woman in Cangyuan. If it weren't for the inexplicable arrival of the second young lady of the Xiahou family in the Hall of Light later on, he would have certainly been able to include Xiahou Qing in his list of favorites
However, I only have one daughter, Qing'er. The Cloud Emperor wishes to marry the daughter of the Xiahou family, but Qing'er is unwilling to enter the palace as a bride. Where am I supposed to find another daughter to marry into the palace
The little girl became excited and asked everyone where she could buy a lottery ticket
Wow ... ...
What exactly is a lottery? It seems that no one has heard of it
The servants of the Xiahou family have been replaced with a new batch, and they are already well acquainted with the life and deeds of the recently emerged Second Young Lady.
Suddenly, a sense of foreboding arose in her heart. She looked up in confusion and saw a young man of noble demeanor. His long hair, cascading like a waterfall, was held in place by a jade hairpin, and his obsidian-like eyes were as cold as snow.
The legend of Cangyuan is merely an illusion deliberately created by the Cloud Emperor. Ever since he committed an act that subverted moral principles with his half-sister at the age of sixteen, he has developed a disdain for women, particularly for those who are greedy and foolish
After quite a while, she finally could not hold it in any longer, and her voice, almost choked with tears, burst out with a single sentence
What is wrong with this person, trying to act cool
The young maid continued to speak like a stream of pearls, but suddenly, she fell silent, her face turning pale as she looked at Xiao Feiyan. Suddenly, she grabbed her hand, her tone even stuttering.
While entangled in the bed curtains, he remained composed, having thoroughly assessed all the connections and networks of power at his disposal.
Dog meat hot pot
Drag it out
The lamentations are heart-wrenching, each word imbued with deep emotion
Madam, there is a snake, please step back a little
My dear girl, I know you feel wronged
Everyone has left, what are you still looking at! Do not set your sights on our young master, he is not someone you, a wild girl, can aspire to. Do not think we are unaware of your identity, we still do not know where this wild girl has sprung from!
She must have a serious discussion with the King of Hell about the issue of space development another day, as this is a significant matter
However, as soon as the young girl spoke, those who heard her shook their heads in unison, claiming that the second young lady wanted to become a royal consort and had become so overly joyful that she had lost her sanity
Miss Er, what are you so lost in thought about?
From then on, no one in the residence dared to mention the second young lady's madness again; they could only look at Fei Yan with a peculiar gaze.
Even if you are not as beautiful and intelligent as the young lady, you are still the flesh and blood of the master. The master has instructed the servants to take good care of you. If you fall from here and happen to injure your head, becoming even more foolish, wouldn't that be terrible
Unfortunately, since he came into power, he has never touched her again, as if the absurdity of those days was merely a spring dream
At the forefront is a somewhat plump middle-aged woman, dressed in a soft satin stone blue skirt, with a light yellow fringed shawl draped over it, exuding an indescribable air of luxury.
A magnificent journey through time and space
Madam
With her eyes closed, she thought despairingly of her dog meat hotpot. The thought that her beloved yellow dog, whom she had raised for so many years, would end up in someone else's stomach made her unable to hold back her tears.
Miss Er, please come down. What is troubling you so much?
Upon hearing the name Xiahou, the expression of Emperor Yun darkened.
Later, Lady Xiahou spoke with the two young maidservants, but she did not hear a single word. Even after everyone had left, she remained in a daze, unaware of what day it was.
Fei Yan smiled with great satisfaction, her brows and eyes sparkling.
On the dense locust tree, there stands a little girl dressed in a light yellow embroidered skirt
Later, she realized that his actions were merely aimed at seizing power
She shed a tear and suddenly felt sad
Xiahou Jiang
At this moment, she was bruised and battered, barely clinging to life with only half a breath left.
She smacked her lips, her eyes brightening as she finally realized why he looked so familiar
Miss Er is quite emotional, and it seems she has developed feelings for the young master... Ahem, there is nothing that can be done about this situation with Qiu Hong
Madam Xiahou's voice was stern yet carried a hint of affection, "Young Master is not taciturn; he is certainly not mute, do you all understand!"
Little Dream's brother, dressed as a character from the Age of Exploration, is simply a stunning fairy who has accidentally fallen into the mortal realm. He wears a black pirate hat, with soft blue hair cascading gently from beneath it. His watery eyes gaze straight ahead, and his handsome features are like a painting, exuding a clarity and charm that captivates the heart.
The palace was not particularly enthusiastic about the new empress's entry, and even the supervising matron had not been assigned. Moreover, the Xiahou family kept their distance from the peculiar second young lady, which further fueled Fei Yan's fervor for researching the truth of time travel
She presented a photo from the Age of Exploration as if it were a treasure. Qiu Hong took a glance and immediately exclaimed, "The blue hair, this outfit looks so strange, but it is truly beautiful. What is this golden object he is holding?"
Miss Er, let us not learn from him! I fear you may be hurt or provoked
Here, the Qingfeng Hall is beset by turbulent waves.
Hehe... Actually, the young master of the Fengling family praised the new consort for her innocence and charm, finding her quite lovely. Perhaps the king's expectations are a bit too high.
Dad, I didn't get into university, I am sorry for disappointing you
Xiao Feiyan pursed her lips, hesitating to speak.
The latter spat out the mouthwash, wrinkled his brow in disgust, and emanated a strong aura of intimidation
The noblewoman was so enraged that she could not catch her breath, causing her delicate face to turn pale.
When she gets serious, she does not care about the consequences
She hurriedly added: "However, I believe that it must be those old fellows from the Imperial Ceremonial Office gossiping. How could His Majesty, with such a noble status, possibly have a conflict with a young girl? Moreover, in a month, we will be one family. Who knows, she might be fortunate and give birth to a little prince..."
The palace maids were swift and efficient, quickly eliminating all traces she had left behind
The Empress Dowager is a wise person; she only heard the beginning and already knew what he was going to say. By the time she heard the end, she was drenched in sweat, her heart felt like it was being scratched by a cat, and her heart suddenly turned cold.
Your Majesty
Warm and comfortable to hold, but why is it so hard? She pushed it away with disgust, opening her eyes to reveal a young and broad male chest.
She Fei Yan has nothing else, but her conscience is the best. Therefore, Lord Yama, could you grant her a good reincarnation? In her next life, she does not want to be called Fei Yan; any name will do.
The young maid in yellow suddenly whispered a reminder to the middle-aged woman. Fei Yan wiped away her tears and turned her head, just in time to see a turquoise snake flicking its bright red tongue, glaring at her menacingly
To jump or not to jump
He possesses similar brows and eyes as hers, and his demeanor exudes the same authority. However, his long hair cascades down, and the opening of his garment reveals large areas of skin that are as delicate as porcelain, presenting a captivating appearance that makes one blush and feel their heart race.
In her clear and bright eyes, there seemed to be a lake of autumn water; her gaze passed over her, and unexpectedly, she said nothing and turned to leave. The onlooker, Xiao Feiyan, was left dumbfounded, at a loss for what to do
Mom, if you don't put garlic in the bento you prepare for me every day, I will never steal the chubby one's bento again
However, Feiyan's reluctance to cause trouble is not without reason
The Cloud Emperor is known for his lechery, and in the vast realm, no one is unaware of it. Just by looking at the three thousand in his harem, one can discern a thing or two
The second young lady is not beautiful, but that is of no concern
Who says there is nothing to worry about! In one month, the second young lady of the Xiahou family will enter the palace, and the king has yet to send a matron to the Xiahou residence to instruct her on the palace rules
I admire Xiaomeng the most; every character they cosplay is so beautiful. My goal is to emulate Xiaomeng and, one day, to successfully create my own cosplay works
Xiao Fei Yan, brimming with pride, speaks about COS with great authority
Her academic performance at school cannot be considered outstanding, but at least she is an average student. Even the teachers say that if this child puts in a bit more effort, she still has a chance of being admitted to a key university
If it were not for the fortunate encounter with Xiao Feiyan, who risked her life to rescue her from the hands of the servants, Qiuhong would have long since lost her beauty and faded away.
At this moment, even the lady has been provoked to anger
I have heard that the head of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices, upon receiving the Emperor's command, deemed it unnecessary to pay attention to the new consort, and thus did not send anyone over
Do not call me that, King Yama, I am Fei Yan!
Seeing that she did not respond, one of the young maidservants, with an air of authority, demanded in a stern voice.
One day, while cleaning, a maid suddenly discovered the unconscious second young lady of the Xiahou family in a dilapidated pavilion, prompting everyone to realize that they had not seen her for three days
I said it looks like him, but this is not the young master, although he does resemble him quite a bit. Take a look at this picture!
Classmate Fei Yan's tears swirled in her eyes for a long time before she cried out loudly, "Wuw... I'm scared, I can't come down!"
He knows everything
She has bruises of various colors all over her body, with some green on the east side and some purple on the west side, all from falling down the stairs
A middle-aged woman shouted, and Fei Yan clung to the tree trunk like a koala, instinctively shivering three times. The sensation was exactly like that of being caught by the teacher for not having done a single word of homework after playing too much on a weekend in elementary school.
The current situation truly embodies the four words: tragic and hard to express
He slapped his thigh with great vigor and made a bold promise at that moment
The young lady is so beautiful, but unfortunately has a heart as venomous as a snake's.
The Qingfeng Hall, where the palace lanterns burn brightly
At this moment, the beautiful woman was trembling with anger, her heart filled with jealousy, yet she dared not speak much
Has the king truly decided to completely ignore the new consort
The once young and handsome king is no longer the naive and ignorant young prince of yesteryear. With his wings fully spread, he is no longer someone she can offend. Even though he is infatuated with women, his outstanding political achievements are enough for him to stand proudly in the world.
Oh, isn't this the young master
For some reason, although she had clearly drawn a line with him, she still did not wish for him to marry a woman more beautiful than herself
After graduating from middle school, she developed a strong fondness for the internet, and she became particularly enamored with COSplay characters. The young master of the Xiahou family resembles the COSplay beauty she idolizes, known as Xiao Meng.
How much longer do you plan to linger in the young master's embrace
She treated Fei Yan as her own sister, particularly protecting this second young lady, who was of similar age yet exuded a sense of loyalty deep within her bones.
Why did everyone say she was foolish in ancient times
Mother, you are too playful; I have known this since I was sixteen. However, with so many eyes in the harem watching, as the Empress Dowager, you should set an example for the other concubines. If you go too far in your playfulness, then nothing will be enjoyable anymore
There is no need for Mother Empress to worry about my marriage. If Mother Empress has no other matters, it would be better to return to Yunyang Palace and rest well. I have heard that Mother Empress has not been feeling well lately
The young maid shot her a fierce glance and said with a hint of jealousy
Mother, a snake
His attitude is languid, his tone is indifferent, yet there are implications in his words, suggesting a deeper meaning
The year has been unfavorable; she hasn't been bitten by a snake, yet she is bound to fall to her death!
Even if we wait another one hundred years, the second young lady still cannot become as beautiful as the stunning beauty depicted in the painting
Young Master
Xiao Fei Yan looked down and felt a dark mass below her. She swallowed hard, carefully grasped the tree trunk, and her heart began to race.
Two small heads huddled together, chattering away, occasionally bursting into exclamations of astonishment
This is clearly a matter more serious than personal insult
Sitting not far from her was a young man in his twenties
Recalling the time when the late king passed away, I, who had only entered the palace for five years before ascending to the queen's throne, could not suppress my loneliness. In the guise of the Empress Dowager, I seduced the sixteen-year-old prince. Back then, beneath the hibiscus canopy, we indulged in our passions, losing all sense of propriety night after night. My heart still raced with excitement.
If the Empress Dowager has no further matters, Chaoyan, escort the Empress Dowager back to the palace
The second young lady is not intelligent, but that is of no consequence
"Do you see, Mother? What I desire is a woman of unparalleled beauty, not that naive and crude girl from the Xiahou family."
She was startled, her heart skipped a beat, and she loosened her grip, causing her entire body to fall straight towards the ground
Suddenly, a stern female voice was cast out from the back of the crowd.
She smacked her lips and shook her head, fearing that the King of Hell might mistakenly fill in the name on her death register. Alas, it would be a minor issue if her name were filled in incorrectly, but it would be disastrous if it led to the death of that girl named Xiahou Jiang along with her
Under the tree, a large group of sweating servants and maids surrounded it, each one chattering and pleading earnestly
In the future, do not speak to the young master when you see him
As the crowd turned back, they all made way, silently, one dispersed, then two, three, four... all had scattered away. In a short while, only a few remained under the locust tree
"Second Miss, are you referring to the Young Master? In name, you... you are indeed the Young Master's biological sister, how could you be thinking of the Young Master..."
The old fox, Xiahou Wen, rushed over upon receiving the news. Tears streamed down his face as he gazed at the bruised and battered child on the bed, finally letting out a long sigh
Good, how high it is
In the imperial harem of three thousand beauties, those concubines clearly understood what kind of man the Cloud Emperor was, yet they still flew into the fire, falling in love with this wickedly beautiful and cold man
When this matter reached the ears of the old fox Xiahou Wen, it became quite serious. The old fox immediately lost his temper, and the situation was somewhat suppressed.
In fact, there is nothing to fear about death; it is not painful at all
Madam Xiahou frowned but did not refute her outcry
Xiao Fei Yan mysteriously pulled out a rough-edged postcard from somewhere, presenting it before Qiu Hong.
It seems that such occurrences are neither the first nor the last. The public will not sympathize with a consort already despised by the Emperor of Clouds; there are many such women in the cold palace. Having seen enough, one naturally becomes numb.
Over there, the Xiahou residence is equally in disarray
Do you see, does it look like it?
The young man narrowed his eyes slightly, speaking in a淡 and detached tone that made the noblewoman tremble all over
She accuses others of theft while being the thief herself, taking the initiative to strike first
Yet, beneath the strikingly handsome visage of the Cloud Emperor lies a heart of absolute ruthlessness and cunning, a truth unknown to the common people of Cangyuan
She appears to be just in her early thirties, with striking eyes and elegantly shaped brows, her exquisite features resembling jewels that make one hesitant to gaze directly at her. Her smooth, jet-black hair is meticulously styled and pinned up at the back of her head, which further enhances her overall aura of vitality and authority
As the last words fell, Fei Yan cried even harder
Haha, this is a gun, very powerful!
Yun Huang's gaze swept over her slightly protruding abdomen, and a mocking smile tugged at the corners of his mouth
She was in a daze, thinking seriously.
Thank you very much for your concern, Your Majesty. I shall return to the Cloud Yang Palace now
Reform of the Underworld System
This so-called life history is merely one of silence from a young age, raised in the countryside, and thus lacking understanding of worldly affairs
Her hand suddenly clenched the handkerchief at her chest, and her beautiful face turned pale all at once
So high, if I jump down, with a bit of luck I might return to school, but if luck is not on my side, then... Thinking of this, she suddenly shivered, a wave of sadness washing over her. The little girl simply hugged the tree trunk tightly and burst into tears.
She can actually be so close to her idol, oh my God, she must be dreaming!
When it comes to sad matters, Xiahou Wen finds it hard to speak, choked with emotion
A faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips as she spoke awkwardly
Fei Yan nodded vigorously, clenching her small fists, her fighting spirit ignited
But could you please not sit on my arm while you are speaking
Your Majesty, as the ruler of a nation, how can you be so infatuated with women...
Xiao Feiyan opened her round eyes, and tears suddenly streamed down her face
Two handsome maids both claimed to be.
After half a month, the stairs of the Xiahou residence have worn out a batch and replaced it with another batch
Waaah
The more Lady Xiahou spoke in this manner, the stranger it sounded to Xiao Feiyan
Qiu Hong's life can be considered as having been salvaged by Fei Yan. She was originally the personal maid of the young lady, Xiahou Qing, but due to her striking beauty, which was almost on par with Xiahou Qing's, she aroused the young lady's dissatisfaction. Furthermore, her straightforwardness and inability to keep her thoughts to herself repeatedly provoked the young lady's ire.
The sixteen-year-old youth surprisingly understands how to leverage every advantage he possesses, including his own physicality, to defeat his opponents; such depth of character is profoundly intimidating
The stairs have all been damaged, do you hope that classmate Fei Yan can have a good outcome
The young maid named Qiu Hong was recently assigned to Fei Yan's side, yet she has the most affinity with Fei Yan.
Seeing the expression of the Cloud Emperor darken, she knew that if she pressed this nominal son of hers too hard, it would certainly not bode well for her
Still not coming down
If one falls from such a height, even a living person would end up crippled, it is not worth it
With her, Qiu Hong, around, no one will dare to bully the second young lady
After a long while, the Cloud Emperor released his grip, lingeringly licking his lips, his voice hoarse and filled with desire
At just fifteen years old, she is fundamentally still an innocent young girl, untouched by the complexities of the world.
How can such a small space be conducive to the development of ghosts
The little girl, frightened, pushed with both hands, and with a thud, landed on her bottom. She cried out in pain, yet throughout the entire incident, that ethereally beautiful man did not utter a single word.
If it is not mute, then it is not mute, why make a special point of saying it?
What is there to persuade? Just disperse, a well-behaved young lady, seeking death and life, what kind of talk is that to spread around
However, aside from the fact that this young master of the Xiahou family is aloof and indifferent to others, he is truly the most extraordinary person in terms of temperament that she has ever encountered
This situation continued for half a month, after which Xiao Feiyan fell silent
As the words settled, Qiu Hong suddenly fell silent, contrasting sharply with her earlier excitement
Madam is speaking to you, why are you not listening
The palace maids of Qingfeng Hall had seen such a passionate scene before, yet they were still captivated by the unruly and enchanting beauty of Emperor Yun, their hearts racing like startled deer
It is the beginning of summer, and the weather has become warm. The fan-waving palace maids lower their brows and eyes, each standing quietly behind a noblewoman with an air of cold elegance.
Alright, alright, I understand the principles of governance that Mother has taught me, so let's skip that. If you have something to discuss, please state it plainly.
Qiu Hong's eyes lit up, and she instinctively reached out to grab the postcard, only to have it snatched away by classmate Fei Yan's small hand, leaving her empty-handed
Her body was covered in both new and old injuries, and coupled with the discomfort from the local environment, she was unable to speak. At that moment, as Xiahou Wen sat down, the little girl's dislocated arm made a cracking sound and completely broke the bone.
She pondered that since she could come here, she would certainly be able to return. Thus, for the next three days, everyone busied themselves with her marriage into the palace, while the young girl, imitating the Saint Seiya, shouted, "Burn, my little universe," and then searched everywhere for stairs
Yun Huang let out a cold laugh, reaching out to hook the beautiful concubine's jade-like neck, pressing his thin lips forcefully against her petal-like, tender red lips
As her words fell, Fei Yan's tears burst forth like a flood, pouring uncontrollably without any sign of stopping
The consort's expression suddenly changed in shock, "Your Majesty, I acknowledge my mistake. I will no longer inquire about the new consort's matters. I have been with you for six years; you cannot treat me this way..."
Professor F from the Department of Space-Time Mechanics has spent most of her life on research without achieving results, yet she effortlessly traversed through time and space. Shouldn't she consider buying a lottery ticket