They joked and played around along the way, and arrived at Xishan Biegong in just two or three days.

Due to its terrain, the weather in the Western Hills is much cooler than at the foot of the mountain, making it an excellent place for both hunting and escaping the summer heat. However, emperors often hunted here to assess the abilities of the younger generation.

Most people choose another place to escape the summer heat.

Qin Su and Cheng An escorted the Empress Dowager off the carriage, one on each side. Once she had settled down, they each returned to their respective palaces.

Yu Shuo returned a little late. He had just arrived at the Western Hills Palace when Emperor Mingyang inevitably asked him to handle some matters.

As soon as he returned, he saw Qin Su standing by the window, looking at something.

He strolled over, reached under her waist, and gently pulled her into his arms. He rested his chin on Qin Su's shoulder and softly asked, "What are you looking at?"

Yu Shuo followed Qin Su's gaze and looked in that direction. When he saw the scene outside, he tightened his grip on Qin Su's arm slightly, then fell silent without saying a word.

Qin Su didn't notice his change and answered frankly, "I was watching what the rats were doing, stealing chickens and dogs."

She intended to lower the curtain and stop looking, but Yu Shuo pressed her hand down.

Qin Su was pinned to the edge of the bed by Yu Shuo, with only one hand protecting her waist. To outsiders, the position seemed somewhat ambiguous.

A burst of energy shot out from his fingertip, hitting the "rat" squarely in the leg.

It wasn't a big deal, but it was enough to get the other person's attention.

Xue Huai'an looked around and finally settled on Yu Shuo.

Was it him?

Even though Yu Shuo protected Qin Su very closely, only revealing her back, Xue Huai'an still recognized her at a glance.

His gentle eyes darkened at that moment, staring intently at Yu Shuo.

Xue Huai'an knew that Yu Shuo was asserting his sovereignty and provoking him.

Qin Su should have been his wife; they should have been the ones most intimate.

Xue Huai'an's hand clenched into a fist beneath his wide sleeves, his knuckles white and trembling.

A feeling called jealousy rose in my chest and eventually reached my brain.

He saw Yu Shuo looking over, and that look was clearly a warning.

The golden curtain was drawn down, obscuring Xue Huai'an's movement as he took a step forward.

Yu Shuo affectionately nuzzled Qin Su's neck and asked, "Is your lower back or abdomen uncomfortable? Should we call the imperial physician?"

He was like a big, furry dog, eager to assert his dominance over outsiders, yet also dependent on his owner.

"If you come a few more times, I can't guarantee it." Qin Su pushed him away and stood up.

In a few days, she will be almost four months pregnant, and her belly is already showing. However, Qin Su is wearing loose clothing now, so it is not easy for others to notice.

Yu Shuo quickly helped Qin Su sit down, keeping his head down and remaining silent.

Qin Su wasn't really angry with Yu Shuo; she glanced at him several times. He looked aggrieved with his head down, but didn't dare to argue.

"I know I was wrong." He hesitated for a long time before apologizing to Qin Su, thinking that his behavior had angered her.

"Susu, don't be angry, getting angry is bad for your health." He kept his head down, so he couldn't see the smile on Qin Su's face.

“Raise your head,” Qin Su said to him.

Yu Shuo was afraid of seeing Qin Su's reproachful or even hateful gaze. He was just jealous, he was jealous of Xue Huai'an, and he deliberately acted that way in front of Xue Huai'an.

But you have to listen to your wife.

He looked up and suddenly met a pair of eyes that were brimming with laughter.

Is SuSu not angry?

"It's alright whatever Your Highness does." Qin Su believed that Yu Shuo wouldn't harm her or the people around her. He wasn't Xue Huai'an; if he really wanted to hurt them, he wouldn't need to use such roundabout methods, jeopardizing her own marriage.

Therefore, Qin Su believed in him, from her past life to this life, she has always believed in him.

"Your Highness, rest assured, even if I hadn't married you, I wouldn't have liked Xue Huai'an." She said this more than once, but it seemed to have little effect.

It's okay, she doesn't mind saying it often, as long as it can appease Yu Shuo.

She really didn't understand why Yu Shuo, who was superior to Xue Huai'an in every aspect, was so insecure in front of Xue Huai'an.

"I'm sorry," Yu Shuo apologized remorsefully, "I didn't distrust you."

She just didn't like her gaze falling on Xue Huai'an.

That would breed resentment in him, but Qin Su simply doesn't like people who are too sharp and outspoken.

"I know." Qin Su grasped Yu Shuo's hand, changing the subject, "Does Your Highness have a map of the West Mountain Hunting Grounds?"

Yu Shuo looked at her without saying a word.

Qin Su looked at him in confusion, not understanding what he meant.

Yu Shuo said, "The way you address me is incorrect."

You can call me either Ziyu or—Husband.

Thinking of the second title, Yu Shuo's lips curled up, and he was filled with anticipation.

Qin Su understood and immediately asked, "Ziyu, Ziyu, do you have the blueprints?"

“Yes.” Yu Shuo didn’t know what Qin Su was planning to do, but he guessed that she needed this, so he had prepared it long ago.

He handed the blueprints to Qin Su, who unfolded them in front of him and recalled events from her past life.

She also came to Xishan that day, but because she was pregnant, she did not participate in the hunting and therefore did not know the exact location.

"What's wrong?" Qin Su asked, looking troubled.

Qin Su stroked her chin and asked, "Are there wolves in the hunting grounds?"

Yu Shuo nodded, "Of course there are, but they are few in number. Wolves are social animals after all, and if their numbers were too large, they would endanger His Majesty's safety."

Qin Su nodded in agreement.

So, did Xue Huai'an actually let the wolves in, or did he simply gather the wolves from the hunting ground together?

Qin Su tapped the blueprints lightly, but couldn't figure it out.

She's really not the type of person who's good at using her brain.

Qin Su looked at Yu Shuo in front of her and decided to tell him her thoughts.

However, remembering his particular aversion to Xue Huai'an, Qin Su hesitated for a moment, then leaned closer and tentatively asked, "Um, there are some things I don't understand. Could you give me some advice, Ziyu?"

Yu Shuo was very happy that Qin Su had shared her thoughts with him, and naturally he wouldn't mind the matter.

but……

"It's not impossible. But what reward would the princess offer?"

Qin Su was stunned.

This was the first time Yu Shuo had asked her for payment.

this……

I suddenly feel a little out of place.

But then she thought again, it probably doesn't matter.

Yu Shuo has everything he needs, so he certainly won't ask for an exorbitant amount.

"Okay! What kind of reward does Ziyu want? As long as I have it." Qin Su patted her chest, making a very straightforward guarantee.

Immediately afterward, she noticed that the man opposite her was looking at her chest. She was wearing a front-opening, narrow-sleeved blouse and a light-colored skirt, which was perfect for the weather.

Qin Su clutched her collar, looking at Yu Shuo warily. "No, it's daytime now. We can't engage in sexual activity during the day."

She was quite straightforward.

Yu Shuo's ears turned red. He turned his head away, his voice slightly hoarse, "I...I didn't."

Qin Su didn't believe Yu Shuo's words at all. He had definitely thought about it just now; she was all too familiar with that look in his eyes.

But they've just arrived, so it's definitely not possible now.

That's so incredibly licentious!