Chapter Six, a faint fragrance wafts, knowing it is an old friend who has come.

On this day, Chunyu Wang was clearly in a bad mood, most likely still gritting his teeth in hatred for my inability to recognize what is good and proper

He turned around to take the Chengying Sword and sighed softly, "Hmm, I am not waiting for you. I just want to watch you, not wanting you to suddenly disappear again"

Perhaps it is human nature to be suited for communal living. The warmth of being close to one another is natural and fitting, far surpassing the lifeless warmth of charcoal fire

He gently carried me to bed, holding me in his arms, dispelling the usual tranquility and loneliness. His brows and eyes were filled with the joy of regained affection, and the corners of his lips were adorned with a tender smile, as if my single act of initiative had led him to abandon his previous denial, truly regarding me as someone precious.

After a moment of silence, he finally spoke softly, "I am sorry"

I collapsed in pain on the table, trembling, my body convulsing in agony

I could not afford to argue with him, trembling fingers reaching into my pocket for the medicine

I could not help but open my eyes and looked at him strangely

They are siblings, and it is likely that they have their own means of communication.

Entwined and spiraling

Sidu Yong embraced me from behind and sighed, "Wanwan, I trust you, but I do not trust him"

The curtains of dusk and the pillows of love, the dance of the phoenix and the swan, indeed represent an extraordinary joy that is difficult to imagine in the ordinary realm

The familiar male voice, gentle and pleasant to the ear

He seemed to have let go of burdens he had carried for many years, letting out a long sigh, and held me tightly in his arms as if I were a precious treasure, not releasing me for even a moment

His breath enveloped me, yet it was not as repulsive as I had initially imagined

In that suffocatingly tense kiss, the whisper calling out another's name was so muffled and painful that it made my heart tremble, and a heavy ache began to rise within me

He is carefully detaching the tassel from his sword and fastening it onto the hilt of the Chengying sword.

After a long time, when he released me, I found it difficult to stand, only then realizing that I had almost completely leaned into his embrace

His fingers gently touched the dislocated area from yesterday, softly caressing it, and he asked, "Does it still hurt?"

He leaned half against the soft pillow, still silently gazing at me, but his eyes no longer held the initial clarity and brightness, now dimmed as if shrouded in layers of gloom

My eyes felt sore, yet I forced a smile and said: "Yong, you know me, how could I care about this? Let's go, save Changxi first, I have my own way to get out of this."

His skills are absolutely on par with mine, and no less than those of any of his guards

But he silently looked at me for a while, surprisingly not pushing me away, but instead softly called out again: "Yingying... Yingying, it really is you."

As he was leaving, he called out affectionately, "Wanwan."

The princess must be rescued urgently. You take the others back to save the princess, and I will find another opportunity to escape from here

As I hurriedly closed the window, the door to the room was kicked open by someone. Chunyu Wang, draped in a fur coat, rushed in, his cold and stern face resembling frozen ice and snow. Upon seeing that I was still in the room, he softened slightly, but quickly approached to push the window that I had just shut.

He, however, ignored my anger, lowered his gaze upon me, and suddenly bent down, lightly kissing my brow as if a dragonfly had touched the water

Since Changxi hinted that a royal relative from the Great Rui has arrived in the Liang Kingdom, I have been pondering who this person might be

He even smiled slightly, cupping my face, his thin and soft lips gently brushing against my forehead, before saying: "It makes no difference, as long as it is you. Remember, you must not leave me again in the future"

If I truly had such an understanding and obedient daughter, it would indeed be a fortunate matter

I was both comforted and frightened, hurriedly closing the window, I knelt down and greeted: "Your Highness the Crown Prince!"

It is strange that Chunyu Wang would think of her as my daughter. How could a woman as cold-blooded, heartless, and cruel as I am possibly have such an innocent and pure daughter

Chunyu Wang should be more afraid of me escaping than of Princess Changxi escaping

But just as he was about to speak, there was suddenly a commotion outside

Gently turning her face aside, through the thin silk curtain, a hint of longing was discernible as she stuck out her tongue and said with a light laugh, "Shall we go outside and wait?"

He helped me lie down and lay beside me, yet he truly did nothing at all

On this night, he was not as urgent as in the previous two times, yet he exerted all his tenderness. ... Clearly, one could not see how strong or forceful he was, but before one knew it, they were led into a state of ethereal reverie time and again, as if walking on clouds

But I certainly have no intention of giving up

I suddenly understood and said with a bitter smile: "Princess Changxi indeed saw the Crown Prince's fire signal. However, she is being held captive by Chunyu Wang in the Zhen Wang Mansion, without a single trusted person by her side, making it truly impossible for her to move an inch, let alone send someone to contact the Crown Prince"

I am slightly surprised

Chunyu Wang, regardless of his esteemed position in the Southern Liang, donned a rather ordinary light blue robe and walked with longing on his back. The longing clung to Chunyu Wang, chattering away about her father while occasionally bursting into laughter.

A throbbing pain surged through my head, accompanied by bizarre and fantastical images swirling and intertwining before my eyes, while the voice of Situ Yong seemed to drift away as well

Si Tu Yongji said: "What should I do? I finally found you, and now I just leave you here?"

Perhaps I am truly exhausted

Chunyu Wang did not have the chance to see him, but he must have heard the sound, which led him to guess that my companions outside were preparing to rescue me.

He is opening a small white jade box and applying the brown, paste-like substance inside to the swollen dislocated area that has begun to turn red

Sima Yong furrowed his brow and said: "When have I ever been able to contact her? As soon as I arrived in Yongdu City, I had someone release the special fireworks that only our royal family understands, hoping that she would see them and send someone to contact me. However, I have yet to receive any news from her."

Indeed, it is an overthinking

Yet there are those around me who are eagerly reminding me of how ridiculous this dream is

As I was about to fall into a deep sleep with my eyes closed, he suddenly called out to me softly by my ear: "Wan Wan"

Fortunately, that warmth quickly dissipated in the coolness of the night, making me feel even colder, causing me to shiver involuntarily and instinctively move closer to the warmth. He took the opportunity to embrace me, holding me in his arms, while pulling over the brocade quilt to cover the areas that had been wiped clean, and simultaneously cleaning upwards.

Using his emotions to confuse his mind is indeed a bit despicable, but since he has forcibly taken advantage of me and used drugs to restrict my martial arts abilities, it cannot be considered honorable. In this case, employing various means is not out of the question

I was even more perplexed, staring blankly as he carefully fastened my clothing belt. I truly could not fathom why, knowing that I was not Yingying, he would undergo such a drastic change in attitude overnight.

Yingying

The moisture left by his kiss on the edge has yet to dissipate, and her face is pressed against his slightly protruding collarbone

His thin and soft lips touched mine, and he immediately trembled, yet a flash of anger and struggle crossed his eyes.

The warmth of the hot water on the towel and the warmth between his fingers leisurely drifted across my skin, taking away the sweat stains and leaving behind a refreshing warmth to which I was unaccustomed

On the second day, I woke up very late, and a ray of sunlight had already streamed in through the window frame, casting patches of light in pale gold on the fluttering curtains

There is a faint sound of branches breaking outside the window

In the murmured exchanges, the breaths of both parties intertwine, creating an atmosphere that is ambiguous and elusive, with a subtle sense of sadness and desolation silently spreading between the dialogues

I frowned and said, "You should go accompany your precious daughter, what do you need to wait for me for?"

To this day, very few dare to accuse me in such a manner, accusing me of not cherishing myself enough

My abilities are constrained, and the flow of my vital energy is obstructed. After tossing and turning for most of the night, I am utterly exhausted, lacking the strength to even resist him holding me in his embrace.

Seeing my poor complexion, longing has been cautiously lingering by my side, no longer daring to come up with any reckless ideas

After a long while, when Ruan Yu brought in water to serve him for changing clothes, he finally turned his resentful gaze towards me, slowly draping his clothes and getting out of bed to wash up

I was taken aback, and suddenly felt a strong urge to reach out and touch his forehead to see if he had a high fever, which would explain his nonsensical talk

He held me tightly, as if anticipating something. After a while, he let out a soft sigh of disappointment, relaxed his grip a little, and turned to wring out the towel in the hot water to wipe me down again

Especially ... After experiencing this matter, if I can escape with my life, I will certainly be among those who take advantage of others' misfortunes.

This warmth, along with the flush on my cheeks that it brings, is something that even the coolness of the night cannot dispel. I detest this feeling and turn my face away, furrowing my brow even tighter.

I have always known that I was born fortunate, but compared to my appearance, I have more faith in my martial skills and strategies. Moreover, having lived like a man all my life, this is the first time I have employed the beauty trap, and naturally, I feel awkward; I do not know how long I can deceive him.

Chunyu Wang nodded and said: "Well, Xiangsi is understanding, so she is naturally delighted"

Could it be that he has taken a liking to my treasured sword? Chengying is indeed a renowned sword in the world, but as a noble of royal blood, he possesses a remarkable charm and demeanor. Surely, he cannot be so greedy as to desire it?

Without waiting for him to wake up, I slightly tiptoed and captured his lips.

The tassel on his Chengying sword is quite exquisite, woven from golden silk threads into a gracefully cascading wax plum, adorned with tiny pearl flower centers. Its natural color and elegant nobility are precisely the kind I favor

This young man is no longer the naive little boy who used to follow me like a slug, begging me to teach him swordsmanship.

But he tightly grasped my hand, glanced at the empty bed, and with a tone filled with resentment, said softly: "What do you mean by not being able to do anything to you? What else does he intend to do to you? Wanwan, you really do not cherish yourself enough"

The quilt is exceedingly warm, gently enveloping me in this small, soft world.

Imprison me? Humiliate me? Or beat me?

Upon opening the window, I saw a man in a black robe with his face covered, anxiously peering inside. When he caught sight of me, his pair of black eyes instantly sparkled with brilliance, shining like stars.

Against the backdrop of the external light, the contours of his face appeared softer than usual, and his dark, bright pupils strangely conveyed an illusion of simplicity and purity

I sighed softly, "The princess is still in the Zhen Wang residence. Once I escape, Chunyu Wang will surely change his plans and return to Yongdu City first. With my martial arts restricted and my movements hindered, I fear that by the time we reach Yongdu, he will have already set up a trap, making it difficult for us to escape, let alone rescue anyone!"

He picked up the small garment and draped it over me

Such skin-to-skin contact, with warmth merging together, is an experience that should be completely unfamiliar to me

He remained silent, opened his arms, and lifted me up, placing me on the bed, then reached out to unfasten my clothing

You are not empty-handed

I am bewildered

Did the wind rise and break the branches?

Having crossed a mountain peak, the sky was darkening, and the wind grew increasingly cold against my body. I glanced at the endless chatter of longing, reminiscent of the incessant chirping of sparrows, and reminded, "The cap of longing has slipped down."

I consider my actions to be swift, yet unexpectedly, his response was even quicker

That intense heartbeat can no longer be distinguished as coming from my chest or his chest

I did not respond; as I sat up on my own, Chunyu Wang had already taken the prepared garments and draped them over me

I did not utter these words. Yet, he seemed to fully understand my meaning from my rhetorical question alone, the slight smile at the corners of his lips vanished, and even the color drained completely from his face

I regained my composure and leaned weakly against his shoulder, sighing: "Who knows? After arriving in Jiangnan, I have been more troubled and have suffered injuries repeatedly, it seems to have become more frequent, and even the preemptive medication has not been effective. However, Yong... you should also advise Empress Duanmu to be less suspicious of Situ Ling. Although he is somewhat arrogant, he has no ill intentions towards Da Rui. The new emperor of the Liang Kingdom has ulterior motives, and if Da Rui were to lose its composure, I fear that the clam and the snipe will fight, and the fisherman will benefit."

Although Situ Yongcheng and I share a deep friendship, his status is exceedingly high. Should anything happen to him, it would undoubtedly be a matter capable of shaking the very foundations of the Liang state. Furthermore, Empress Duanmu, who supports him, acts with utmost caution; how could she possibly allow him to come to the Liang state?

Then it is the third time

As I looked at him, he smiled and gently said while caressing my face: "Now... do those close to you call you Wanwan?"

I took a breath, turned my face, and then realized that Chunyu Wang had not gotten up either; he was lying on his side, silently looking at me, and I did not know how long he had been watching.

It turns out that you find me too dirty with all this sweat

A hint of mockery unconsciously appeared at the corners of my lips as I replied softly: "Awake."

In this light, it seems that I have manipulated him, rather than he has humiliated me

Sensing the movements within my grasp, he slightly furrowed his brow, released me, and lowered his gaze to look at my hand

I actually slept very soundly, not even having half a dream.

It is evident that the person he had ambushed nearby has been discovered

When a shadow blocks the candlelight beside me, I am already in unbearable pain, and everything before my eyes has turned pitch black. I struggle to lift my gaze, yet I cannot even discern the figure of that person.

Longing brings about grievances, and she weakly asked her father: "Father, why is it that after you spent a night with Mother, she seems even more unhappy?"

So it is... Si Tu Yong raised his hand to brush aside the loose hair that was blocking my eyes and said, "I only found out that you were taken back to the royal residence by King Zhi. Later, I discovered the mark you left behind and guessed that Chang Xi was most likely also there, so I hurried to catch up. I was supposed to arrive yesterday, but I saw...

Thinking oneself as hard as iron, unexpectedly, when faced with such a charming little child, one unknowingly transforms from tempered steel into something as soft as a gentle touch

I was somewhat perplexed

Chunyu Wang suddenly turned around, his eyes filled with uncertainty and suspicion, yet also reflecting the pain and confusion that I needed.

The marriage alliance has failed, and he and I were already enemies. Once Rui and Liang have confirmed their enmity, or if any further incidents occur, it is destined to end in a life-and-death struggle between us. If I unfortunately become a prisoner, any treatment I receive will be deserved. Just as in the future, if he falls into the hands of the Great Rui people, he will only be at their mercy.

Without bothering to ask anything else, I first pressed on: "Your Highness, have you rescued the princess?"

A moan-like sob escaped his throat, holding me tightly in his embrace

Situ Yongyi was startled, but quickly understood the situation. He hurried to the table to pour some water, and after I took the medicine, he helped me drink the water. Then he stood behind me to channel his vital energy to activate the medicinal properties.

Perhaps that is because Chunyu Wang is very different from Situ Ling

For the time being, I treated myself as his delicate embrace. I closed my eyes, responding to his kisses while quietly loosening his clothing, using my cool fingertips to caress his smooth and firm contours

Chunyu Wang sat quietly by the window, fiddling with a sword

I asked curiously, "Excuse me? Where should I begin?"

I was too lazy to think much, after finishing my washing up, I casually took a silver hairpin to style my hair into a bun, and then went out to have breakfast, not glancing at him again.

Si Tu Yongyi was taken aback, hurriedly reaching out to check my pulse. His brow was furrowed, but it quickly relaxed as he smiled at me, saying: "Even my rudimentary pulse diagnosis can determine this, so it seems the medicine is quite ordinary. I will carry you out first; after all, I have brought quite a few skilled individuals to assist, and Chunyu Wang will not be able to stop us."

This feeling ... ...

His star-like bright black eyes flashed with resentment and pain, yet he quickly changed the subject with a smile, "Fortunately, you are the only one here tonight. I will take you away first, and then we will return to Yongdu together to rescue Changxi, is that alright?"

Seeing me frown and look at him, he seemed to come to his senses, curling his lips slightly and lowering his gaze, fiddling with the fingertips that had just brushed against my shoulder. In the beams of sunlight dancing with dark dust, his handsome face appeared to be tinged with a faint pink.

He no longer felt the anger he had just experienced, but instead sighed with worry, saying: "Will I have to take medicine regularly? When will this illness be completely cured?"

He called out vaguely in a low voice, his chest heaving violently, the intense heartbeat clearly audible

Chunyu Wang did not even glance at me, shaking off my hand, and was about to leap out of the window

I pulled him to sit by the fireplace, grabbed a piece of charcoal, and sketched out the location of Changxi's confinement on the blue bricks, while explaining the surrounding situation.

I felt a bit apprehensive, my fingers stiffly resting on his shoulder, forcing myself to lean closer to his cheek and awkwardly kiss him

At that moment, I heard footsteps rushing towards this direction, and I hurriedly pushed him, saying: "Hurry up!"

After a wave of intense pain passed, I began my second attempt

His face still bore a faint blush that had not yet faded after passion, while his clear eyes gazed quietly at me, like a spring pool gently stirred by the first breath of spring, shimmering softly, radiant and brilliant

I am sorry

Even as an enemy, I must admit that a man of such deep affection and melancholy, so handsome and elegant, is indeed very easy to touch the heart

Yet his hands, which had pushed me away, came to a halt, weakly resting on my waist for a moment. Suddenly, he grasped my waist tightly, pulling me into his embrace. The soft, masculine scent immediately invaded my lips and tongue, and in the intensity of the deep kiss, it seemed to ripple from my mouth all the way to my heart.

With a determined heart, I opened my arms and embraced him from behind, softening my tone as I gently called out: "Look, look, brother."

At this moment, Chunyu Wang had placed the Chengying Sword on the table, walked over quietly, lifted the curtain, and upon seeing me with my eyes open, a smile immediately appeared on his lips as he said, "Wanwan, you are awake?"

He pulled me up with one hand and chuckled, "What place is this? Why are you being so particular with me? Get up quickly, we must hurry back to Da Rui!"

Chunyu Wang did not pursue Situ Yong any further, nor did he even inquire whether the assassin had been captured.

I immediately became anxious and asked, "Hasn't the Crown Prince already contacted her? Does he not know that she is still in the Zhen Wangfu?"

He cast a faint glance at me, continued to peel off my sweat-soaked garment, covered me with a quilt, turned and walked to the door to give a brief instruction, and shortly after, someone brought in a basin of steaming hot water

Wen Xiang hurriedly stepped forward, placing the soft fur hood back onto Xiang Si's head and fastening the strap below.

Si Tu Yong shook his head, indicating that he still intended to take the risk of bringing me along

On the second day, when I awoke, Chunyu Wang was no longer in bed, but I could hear the cheerful and lively laughter of children echoing throughout the room, even the swaying silk curtains seemed to become bright and transparent.

— not yet including the person of Chunyu Wang, who sleeps with me every night.

When his palm grasped my cold, drooping arm, I was startled by the warmth emanating from his hand.

Si Tu Yong once studied martial arts with me on Ziya Mountain. Although he was not as dedicated as I was with Si Tu Ling, he was always perceptive and quick to grasp the essentials. He nodded and said, "I have managed to arrange for spies to infiltrate the Zhen Wang's residence. With this knowledge, I believe rescuing someone will not be too difficult. However, I absolutely cannot leave you here. Wanwan, I do not want to have regrets. It is better to save at least one person first! Even if it alarms Chunyu Wang and he returns to the capital, we can find another way."

I am merely curious as to why, knowing that I am not Yingying, he would still look at me with such a gentle gaze

My face felt hot, and I turned my head coldly and said: "I haven't washed up yet"

At that moment, after changing into the new attire, he looked down and found that it was a snow-white fur coat, exquisitely crafted, soft and thick, yet of the same style as the coat he was wearing.

Perhaps it was because I had slept too much the previous night, that I tossed and turned for a long time without being able to fall asleep.

Yet he was determined to please his daughter, and in the presence of his longing, he still maintained a gentle smile, unwilling to show even the slightest displeasure

Dressed neatly, I opened the door to call someone to bring water for washing up, but Chunyu Wang had not yet gotten out of bed

He has already acquired shoulders as broad as Situ Ling's, arms as strong as Situ Ling's, and even... a beautiful wife that Situ Ling has never possessed.

He cannot stop the Crown Prince, but what about the Princess

I pushed him and said, "Hurry up! Avoid the fighting crowd, protect yourself, and plan for the future."

Very clean, very refreshing, like the subtle fragrance of plum blossoms quietly wafting in from the snowy ground, unobtrusive yet inadvertently clinging to the sleeves and enveloping the entire body

There is an assassin

After having coaxed him for such a long time, I ultimately could not turn my face away immediately and use the phrase "I am not Yingying" to shut him down.

Moreover, he is quite accommodating towards me at night; if he sees that I lack interest, he will no longer press me as he did at the beginning. Having been raised as a boy since childhood, I do not believe that the rules of the three virtues and four conducts for women apply to me. Since such an outstanding person has taken the initiative to approach me, I will consider myself as a man and go with the flow.

Chunyu Wang's body visibly trembled, and indeed he paused for a moment, but then coldly said: "Qin Wan, let go."

Chunyu Wang held his longing in his lap and sighed, "Perhaps it is because my father was muddled in his sleep at night, stealing her blanket and causing her to catch a chill?"

I felt a bit embarrassed, lowered my head and forced a smile as I said: "Did you see the marks I left? Chunyu Wang is quite cunning; he has already altered my marks and led them to traps elsewhere. I have been worried about this for the past two days"

With a weary yawn, I suddenly felt a strange sensation rise within me

"I will not be grateful to you." I forced a smile, "As for whether I am a woman, you should have known that long ago, right?"

Unlike my perfunctory response to him in a moment of urgency yesterday, my body inexplicably trembled at the instant our lips met. As we entwined in a lingering embrace, a languid softness surged from my spine, climbing upward until it reached my head, causing a hazy sensation to envelop my mind, quietly spreading that languid softness throughout my limbs and every part of my being

As I blew out the candle, I heard him murmur softly, "We must continue our journey tomorrow"

I began with a sense of vigilance, but could not withstand the jostling of the day, compounded by a sudden torment that struck at night. In that warmth, my eyelids grew heavier and heavier, and I finally fell into a muddled sleep.

Not even when he was with Situ Ling did he ever experience this

Those pair of tranquil black eyes exude a faint, flickering flame, yet in an instant, they transform into a source of confusion

I almost held my breath and threw aside the fan as I rushed over

I held him tighter, resting my cheek against his back, striving to make my voice pleasant and gentle: "I am not Qin Wan, I am Ying Ying. Have you forgotten? Three years at Lishan, we danced with swords beneath the plum trees, watching the faint fragrance and shadows... I miss you and the longing, I have returned.

And I also need this kind of emotional stirring to help myself enter the state more quickly

Sima Yong could not save me, and I must have startled the snake by beating the grass. However, Chunyu Wang does not seem to care much about the affairs in the capital. Instead, there are two imperial guards stationed in front and behind my bedroom every night from now on

This little girl has a lively and cheerful temperament, showing none of the calm and steady demeanor of Chunyu Wang, and has mostly inherited her mother's personality

Be careful! Come quickly...

I said wearily: "If you still intend for me to continue my journey tomorrow, please let me go."

After the cleaning was completed, he silently traced his fingers over my bare, injured arm, and then ...

When he is sober, he always calls me "Qin Wan" in a distant manner, but when he is emotional, he often regards me as "Ying Ying"

Longing seems to be understood yet not understood, but it slides down from Chunyu Wang's body, leans beside me, extends a soft little hand to grasp mine, yet remains quietly, no longer uttering a word to trouble my heart

Doesn't care about this

I gently freed myself from him and lowered my eyelashes, saying: "If you trust me, then hurry and save the princess! The emperor and Empress Duanmu must be worried about the princess day and night."

The warmth seeped out, causing my face and hands to feel a wave of heat, while my feet and lungs remained icy cold, as if they could never be warmed. This reminded me of the cozy warmth I felt last night while in the company of Chunyu Wang.

I chuckled at myself, "Yesterday, the envoy sent by the Great Rui must have returned in defeat after being vanquished by His Highness the King of Zhen, right? How could I possibly have the ability to escape from under your very eyes unarmed?"

I gazed at him gently and unblinkingly for a moment, tightening my grip around his neck, our lips and tongues already meeting, and then ... ...

After spending a day that was almost stifling in its silence, Chunyu Wang wisely refrained from coming to my room again that evening

A prince who is indifferent and pure? A fratricidal prince?

Whether intentional or unintentional, the handkerchief and fingertips linger for a long time around the softest part of the woman's chest

Xiangsi was taken aback and asked, "I often sleep in the same place as Father, why has Father never taken my blanket?"

He is outstanding in both character and appearance, with a clear and refined demeanor. His looks are exceptional, and his family background and qualities are top-notch, truly living up to my expectations

I am worried about my companion, Da Rui, who may have been lured into a trap by Chunyu Wang. My mood is even worse, and I lazily lean against one side, not even wanting to pay attention to Xiangsi, who is holding my hand and trying to talk to me

Sharp and slender, with a subtle luster, under the sunlight, the shadow of the sword is faint and elusive, precisely my Shadow Sword

Another wave of intense pain surged through, but what followed was a significant alleviation of the pain

I nodded and said with a bitter smile: "The Crown Prince is indeed exceptionally astute, far surpassing ordinary individuals. However, my martial arts are restricted by the effects of the drug, so I fear it will not be easy to escape"

I raised my eyes, panting, and saw Chunyu Wang's moist, deep black eyelashes

I hesitated, yet I stood up

Situ Yong turned red in the face of youth, "In this lifetime, you have only brought disaster to your family and your country! If I could marry you, I would immediately take you away, far from this family and this country! As for bringing glory to the Qin family, you have done enough; you have sacrificed too much. It is not unacceptable to support in a different way. I truly do not know whether giving you to Situ Ling was right or wrong. Does he truly love you, or does he covet the military power of your Qin family? What kind of ruthless heart does one need to have to allow his fiancée, a mere woman, to toil and struggle, living such a life on the edge of a knife!" As for bringing glory to the Qin family, you have done enough; you have sacrificed too much. It is not unacceptable to support in a different way. I truly do not know whether giving you to Situ Ling was right or wrong. Does he truly love you, or does he covet the military power of your Qin family? What kind of ruthless heart does one need to have to allow his fiancée, a mere woman, to toil and struggle, living such a life on the edge of a knife!

Although Situ Yong hesitated, he ultimately walked to the window, pushed open the window, and still unwilling to give up, called out to me: "Wanwan ... ... "

I surprisingly spoke to him in a hoarse voice: "Don't be sad, I will accompany you to watch the plum blossoms for a lifetime"

Is he currently considered awake or not awake

Good evening

However, this is sufficient to explain why Changxi was able to obtain the news of the arrival of reinforcements from the Ruiguo before I did

If one could cast aside all the hardships and difficulties of the mundane world, the struggles and conflicts, and sleep peacefully and serenely like this, sleeping until the heavens are long and the earth is eternal, would it not be a form of happiness

In the last remnants of vague thoughts, the shadow of Situ Yong was captured

"Hush—" Chunyu Wang reproached softly, "Longing, lower your voice a bit, or you might wake your mother."

Although he has practiced martial arts since childhood and is clever and resourceful, he was born into royalty, surrounded by attendants, and has long been under heavy protection. His experience is limited, and he rarely has the opportunity to personally engage in such bloody battles. It is likely that he will find it difficult to compete with the astute and deeply concealed Prince Zhen, Chunyu Wang.

He approached and unexpectedly fastened the Chengying sword to my waist, saying, "I return the sword to you. However, from now on, you must never point it at Xiangsi again. She is your daughter, your own flesh and blood."

Situ Yongxiao said: "You, me, and Situ Ling have been together on Ziya Mountain for so many years. After returning to Beidu, we often meet, so how could I not recognize your handwriting? The marks modified by Chunyu Wang resemble the original but lack its spirit; they can deceive others but not me. Although the marks are no longer visible, I have inquired about the lifestyle and preferences of this King Zhen and learned that he has another residence in Lishan. Judging by the direction of this carriage, it leads precisely there, so I followed the trail and indeed found you."

Without the gaze of Chunyu Wang, which seemed both affectionate and suspicious, I felt a great sense of relief. I gently soothed the arm that had been hurt last night for a moment, then undressed and went to bed to sleep

To strike at the enemy by exploiting their old wounds is, even if it gains some verbal advantage, a victory that lacks honor

A piercing scream, a heart-wrenching pain, yet I failed. I once set my own broken leg and applied a splint, but now I lack the strength and precision I once had in my hands

He chuckled and said, "I haven't either. I've been sitting here waiting for you."

He only asked, "Why aren't you crying? Why don't you ask me for help? Are you... really a woman?"

At one point, it was thought that it might be Situ Ling who abandoned everything to take the risk and come, but unexpectedly, it was the Crown Prince Situ Yong who arrived instead

He should be quite clear-headed, even more so than my current drowsy state. Therefore, I had to shake off my sleepiness and ponder for a moment before saying: "I am Wanwan, or Qin Wan, does it make a difference?"

Is this blaming me for not being appreciative, for rejecting his goodwill

Only when dawn approaches can one finally fall asleep, with limbs feeling as soft and pliable as cotton, as if the tendons and bones have been drawn away.

I shrank back, hurriedly put on my clothes and got out of bed, trying to escape from this capricious and dangerous man as if fleeing from a plague, and said: "It is no longer a problem"

I replied in accordance with his lead: "Yes, I am Yingying"

I unexpectedly fell asleep leaning against him, sleeping very soundly

As soon as the thought arose, I reached out and stepped forward to grab Chunyu Wang, exclaiming: "Chunyu Wang!"

I certainly will not be sad about this, but I do not understand why his emotions are so intense that I, too, have been affected and inexplicably feel sad.

As I got out of bed to add coal to the stove while wearing a robe, it was precisely the third watch of the night outside, and I felt no drowsiness at all. I picked up a small fan from beside me and slowly fanned the warm stove, coaxing out a faint blue flame.

If it is Situ Ling who has come, given his skills and experience, I need not worry too much

I seem to be more accustomed to men deriving pleasure from themselves and then leaving, leaving me alone in the deep of night to wipe away the stains that can never be completely cleaned, and then in the darkness, I open my eyes wide, clench my fists, and quietly await the arrival of dawn

A moment later, the window frame was gently tapped.

Situ Yong suddenly smiled awkwardly, "If you truly do not care, then after that incident years ago, why have you repeatedly postponed the wedding date with Situ Ling, and why are you still not married? Why did Situ Ling have to massacre at Camel Ridge, sparing neither the elderly nor women and children?"

The one who can come is the Crown Prince Situ Yong, who absolutely must not encounter any mishap

Chunyu Wangdao: "Because you only wish to be closer to the king, while she only hopes to be further away from the king"

He must have discovered last night that Chunyu Wang and I were together in the same room all night, and only retreated helplessly after failing to find an opportunity to intervene.

Situ Ling cannot compare to the gentle and tender nature of the men from Jiangnan, while the men from Jiangnan will never possess the hardened and formidable demeanor, tempered through years of experience, that Situ Ling embodies

Si Tu Yongyi was taken aback and said, "Is Changxi not with you?"

Are you awake

I held his hand and smiled, saying: "Forever, do not be willful anymore. Chunyu Wang will not do anything to me; as long as I regain my martial arts skills, I will have plenty of opportunities to escape. Listen to me, let us first go save Changxi!"

I am beginning to doubt whether he has completely lost his mind this time

He jumped into the room, swiftly tearing off his mask to reveal his young and handsome face, joyfully grasping my hand and saying, "Wanwan, I have finally found you!"

It made me suddenly have an illusion that we seem to be one, not only bound by flesh and blood, but even our souls are nestled together.

I raised my chin, curled my lips into a faint smile, and slowly articulated each word: "The family and the nation are of utmost importance"

Hearing me call his name, Situ Yong's gaze has already become soft and shimmering

Then the soft jade came over, silently leading the longing away and closing the door behind them

Situ Yong nodded helplessly, and after gazing at me with lingering affection, he leaped out of the window

As I furrowed my brows and looked up, he had already lowered his gaze, his lips touching mine, and he began to kiss me tenderly.

I only wish to hold him back, so that Situ can escape from danger, the farther the better, and I will also feign my best to accompany him in this farcical play, not even refusing the matters of the bedchamber.

What kind of person?

Fingers glided over his pained brows and eyes, gently brushing against the moisture at the bottom of his gaze, and I, as if possessed, uttered a line that was too deeply immersed in the scene

Go to your homeland for the sake of the country

If I remember correctly, the longing just now was also in this attire

Situ Yong's expression suddenly changed, and he muttered under his breath, "These fools"

Upon entering Lishan, due to my martial arts being constrained and Li Hong lacking any martial skills, there were early preparations made for a shoulder litter to carry us into the mountains

His hands have reached forward, supporting my waist as he attempts to push me away

However, I am already familiar with the aura around him and the warmth of his hands

Xiangsi hesitated for a moment before glancing over here, snuggling against her father, and then said: "I am going out! The plum blossoms outside are blooming beautifully; I will pick a branch to bring back for mother. She will surely be very happy."

I am well aware that I cannot escape, and I no longer reject his closeness

One cannot avoid it even if one wishes to; his warm aura gradually seeps in where our bodies touch, slowly permeating the skin, lingering at the tip of the nose, and deeply entering the lungs

The room gradually grew cold, and as my energy was constrained, the flow of my vital energy became sluggish, making me feel much more sensitive to the chill than usual. I had been curled up in the quilt for quite some time, yet my hands and feet were still icy. When I sat up to take a look, I noticed that the heater in the corner was about to go out.

It is rare that he did not have the maid do it, but personally went over to wring out the cloth and wipe my body

I trembled, tightening the blanket, and glared at him with resentment, wishing I could gouge out those black eyes that were fixed upon my body.

Chunyu Wangdao: "You go out first and let Ruanyu and the others play for a while. If you get hungry, you can go have breakfast first. I need to wait for your mother."