Chapter 5, Adorable

The environment is the best weapon; people always seek to shape their surroundings, as a familiar and controllable environment fosters a sense of security, and over time, it becomes home

Yan Yan probably does not know why he suddenly became enlightened. The usually unscrupulous young prince, who only extends his hand to demand money and commit wrongdoing, one day expressed a desire to read books. His heart was likely filled with mixed feelings, both joy and worry.

Do not play any tricks, otherwise I...

... ...

The other party remained cautious and vigilant, but in this situation, she had no choice but to carefully approach, push aside Li Ye's hand, and begin to eat in small bites. However, after being hungry for a day and a night, her movements became increasingly rapid

Mingming has walked past ... ...

"Uncle Yan." Li Ye called out from a distance

... ...

It is fortunate if she has the ability, but one fears that she has support; otherwise, it would truly lead to trouble. However, judging from the details of her attire, it is highly likely that she has a background, which could be quite troublesome

Li Ye immediately stopped him: "No need, go back."

Li Ye, however, forgot that Li Xingzhou was merely a child of about fifteen or sixteen years old

You... you haven't lost your way, have you

... ...

"Your Highness, I will go and bring her back!" The young man beside me said, striking a pose as he prepared to chase after her, his movements quick and clearly not the first time he had done such a thing

Rest assured, I have no intention of harming you. As for yesterday's incident..." Li Ye originally wanted to say that he was a good person, but considering the lack of persuasiveness, he changed his words: "I kidnapped the wrong person. You were not the one I intended to abduct. My subordinates did not handle the matter properly, and I will deal with them later.

The old man opened his mouth and finally squeezed out excited words from his throat: "Good... good... good!"

The steward of the Xiao Wangfu is named Yan Yan, an elderly man in his fifties, a veteran of the Xiao Wang's era who has seen battle and bloodshed. He manages the affairs of the residence, and only he can impose some restraint on Li Xingzhou. After all, he is a man of the battlefield, and despite his advanced age, he still possesses that aura. Li Xingzhou holds him in awe, and the only thing he ever does is reach out for money. He manages the affairs of the residence, and only he can impose some restraint on Li Xingzhou. After all, he is a man of the battlefield, and despite his advanced age, he still possesses that aura. Li Xingzhou holds him in awe, and the only thing he ever does is reach out for money.

Why has it not arrived yet

I know you won't let me go, don't worry, I am very scared right now, and I will soon be at the door

Yan Yandai was silent for a moment, the air grew quiet. For quite some time, he leaned on the table, his lips trembling slightly: "Young Prince... you, what did you just say... I, I must have misheard..."

After listening to this, the girl suddenly stepped back a dozen paces, her face as cold as frost: "What nonsense about green mountains and clear waters, do not think I am a three-year-old child, unaware of who you, Li Xingzhou, are! You cannot deceive me; you must be afraid of my background. What is done is done, and one must take responsibility for it. I will certainly remember what happened today, so you just wait for me!"

"Miss, yesterday was just a misunderstanding. I apologize to you and hope you won't take it to heart. May we continue to cherish our friendship and meet again when fate allows." Li Ye tried his best to speak kindly.

Li Ye nodded, agreeing that it was good to be well-behaved; this way, at least he would not encounter any major troubles.

Li Xingzhou has indeed reached a certain level of disappointment. The elderly person is loyal and earnest, harboring many hopes, but the more one expects, the greater the disappointment. Who would have thought that today... has the sun risen from the west

"You... you are the one who is impressive..." The girl's face flushed with alternating shades of red and white, but she seemed to begin to believe him.

The young woman merely glared at him fiercely, while Li Ye continued to eat on his own. He was truly hungry, and as he ate, he mumbled indistinctly, "See, I haven't drugged you. Regardless of what you are thinking or planning to do, you must first have the strength to do it. If you don't eat, you won't even be able to think of subduing me and escaping later."

"I was hungry all night, so I came over to eat something." The table was laid out with a sumptuous spread; there were some dishes he could not recognize, but he felt that the cuisine was quite exquisite, with vibrant colors and enticing aromas

Indeed, that girl believed some of it. Her voice was hoarse: "The renowned Li Xingzhou actually said such a thing, do you think I would believe it? Previously..."

After leaving a harsh remark, she turned away without looking back, and soon disappeared around the distant corner. Li Ye was left dumbfounded. Had this little girl been enduring until now? ... Indeed ... how adorable. The situation he least wanted to happen had still occurred.

All origins stem from Li Xingzhou's inability to control his lower body. Now is a time of turmoil, and he is struggling to protect himself; the more low-key he is, the safer he feels

But she had clearly just passed by... the girl became even more anxious

Following behind him, the girl traversed the unfamiliar and intricate royal residence, her heart filled with anxiety. Although she maintained a cold expression, her flickering gaze did not deceive Li Ye

I deceived you before

I have no way out either, who would have thought this place is so large and lacks GPS navigation. Li Ye also felt helpless, not expecting the Wangfu to be larger than he had imagined. Coupled with the fragmented memories of Li Xingzhou in his mind, he ended up getting lost

What chicken?

Someone guided the way, and soon they arrived at the main gate of the Wangfu. During this time, Li Ye memorized the layout of the terrain in every place they passed, likely a habit formed from his previous life

Recently, feeling somewhat bored, I want to read some books..." Li Ye explained that in this era, apart from reading, he really cannot think of any better form of entertainment. Moreover, books allow him to understand the world; asking others would be too suspicious and foolish.

You are lost, lost in your own residence the girl added, likely with a look of disdain, mocking him for being a second-generation wealthy heir

Li Ye nodded and said: "I just came to ask if there are any books at home, or perhaps writing materials such as ink, paper, and inkstones."

Ultimately, no matter how strong she may be, she is merely a girl in her twenties, and in the future, she will still be a child in need of care

After a short while, she finished eating, feeling somewhat embarrassed as she lowered her head, probably thinking that her eating manner was too shameful, yet she did not forget the main matter at hand

Memories were scattered, and along the way, Li Ye continuously attempted to organize them. Soon, they arrived at the eastern side of the Wangfu, where the servants resided in the eastern courtyard. Among them, the largest main courtyard was the residence and office of Yan Yan.

Li Ye walked while thinking about matters concerning the Wangfu, and then said: "Take me to see Manager Yan"

"Take it slow, take it slow, have some soup." Li Ye was taking care of her while speaking and serving her soup.

The young lady was suddenly filled with panic

The girl looked at him, hesitating to speak. Contrary to her imagined reactions, he did not become angry or defensive, nor did he explode in rage; instead, he showed no sign of shame at being lost in his own home. She felt a pent-up frustration, as she had clearly wanted to humiliate him thoroughly, but in the end, his calm demeanor rendered her intentions utterly uninteresting.

However, for someone like Li Ye, who is desperate to escape, the world is his home, and he must quickly adapt to and familiarize himself with his surroundings wherever he goes, as that is the essence of survival. Upon arriving at the main gate of the Wang residence with the guide, the young lady finally breathed a sigh of relief, confirming that he had not played any tricks.

This is probably a reasonable explanation; overall, he is still committing evil, just having kidnapped the wrong person. In this way, the other party should be able to accept it, which also aligns with Li Xingzhou's style.

With no physical exertion, unable even to recognize the way home, he truly is a scion of privilege, she thought to herself

Not having walked through it, it appears the same because it is vast

The elderly man, who was carefully examining something at the table, suddenly raised his head and chuckled, "Little Prince." Then he frowned again, likely thinking that he had come to ask for money once more

You ... ...

This place is too large

I cannot untie the rope without deceiving you; you are likely to hit me again, full of strength, and if you hit me, I will faint for half a day again

The girl who had been kidnapped earlier was now able to move, struggling to stand up with a face full of resentment, clearly displaying her stubbornness. At this moment, she was already somewhat incapacitated, yet she remained vigilant, keeping her distance from him.

The girl was taken aback, clearly not expecting him to admit it so straightforwardly

The steward was taken aback and quickly followed.

Li Ye noticed early on that although she was sitting in the chair, her left foot was positioned forward, and her knees were slightly bent under her skirt, indicating a readiness to exert force. Having experienced life and death countless times, and having gone through numerous situations akin to the Hongmen Banquet, where one moment they were calling each other brothers and the next moment it was a life-and-death scenario, he was adept at reading expressions and discerning subtle cues.

Of course. At this moment, she was extremely sensitive and vulnerable, yet very strong-willed. Li Ye found it inappropriate to joke with her, so he prepared to take her out himself

Let me go

It is nothing

Li Ye did not respond, instead he waved to a passerby and said: "Take us to the main entrance."

Everyone in the government referred to him as the heir apparent, but only Yan Yan called him "Little Prince." He had not been conferred the title of prince, so this address was technically incorrect; however, perhaps due to lingering old affections, the respect accorded to Prince Xiao was also bestowed upon him

In summary, I apologize for what happened yesterday. Come over and have something to eat, and then I will have someone take you away immediately.

It is a joy that the young prince has finally come to his senses, which can bring solace to the spirit of King Xiao in the heavens. However, there is also concern about whether the young prince has truly awakened or if it is merely a fleeting whim, and he finds it difficult to inquire further.

A long silence

He is certainly not a fool; this woman, despite being terrified from beginning to end, has never begged for help even once. An ordinary person would likely plead desperately in such a situation. She must either possess great ability or have a prideful heart that relies on something.

Not a hint of request, even when trapped in confusion, still exuding strength

The girl let out a soft laugh, and in that instant, the ice melted and the snow disappeared, as her beauty began to bloom, captivating all who beheld her.

After a while

The old man was taken aback, seemingly not quite processing the situation: "No... is it not about money?"

After all, if one day someone were to claim that Guan Gong is not red-faced, the people of the world would surely rise up in opposition, even if it is possible that Guan Gong is indeed not red-faced

He stood up, intending to withdraw money, but Li Ye quickly stopped him: "Uncle Yan, I did not come to ask for money"

She said indignantly: "Shameless..."