Chapter 80 Wow, her boyfriend is really into...
After finishing his socializing with his colleagues, Lin Yan strolled straight to the Imperial Study.
I'm going to get some affection with my boyfriend!
When they arrived outside the Imperial Study, they happened to meet Li Defu carrying an empty tea tray.
Upon seeing him, Li Defu's old face immediately broke into a wide smile. He lowered his voice and spoke in an extremely warm tone: "Lord Lin, congratulations on your promotion! His Majesty is inside and has instructed that you may go in directly upon arrival."
"Thank you for your trouble, Eunuch Li." Lin Yan smiled and cupped his hands in greeting, thinking to himself that Li Defu had known about the promotion even earlier than he had.
Lin Yan straightened his clothes, took a deep breath, and pushed open the door to enter.
The familiar scent of agarwood still lingered in the Imperial Study, but today it seemed particularly refreshing.
Xiao Che was sitting behind his desk, holding a memorial in his hand, when he heard the noise and looked up.
Their eyes met.
Lin Yan immediately bowed and said, "Your subject Lin Yan thanks Your Majesty for your great kindness." His voice was loud and clear, full of sincerity.
It's hard not to be sincere when you're getting promoted and making money.
Xiao Che put down the memorial, his gaze sweeping over Lin Yanchun. Seeing Lin Yanchun's smug expression, he also smiled and said, "Rise, come here."
"Alright, I'm coming." Lin Yan stood up and walked to the imperial desk as instructed.
Xiao Che looked at him, his tone calm: "The Ministry of Revenue has many complex affairs, concerning the national economy and people's livelihood. Are you capable of handling it?"
Lin Yan immediately straightened his back, his eyes shining, as if he wanted to swear to the heavens: "Your Majesty, rest assured! Your subject will do his utmost to share Your Majesty's burdens and serve the court! I will never slacken!"
Even when the Ministry of Revenue is busy, it's busy with important matters. It's great that they can do their jobs properly without having to clean up other people's messes.
Although Wu Haimin is now a thing of the past, the days of living under Wu Haimin's thumb still left a deep psychological scar on Lin Yan.
Just then, Li Defu tiptoed in, refilled the teacup, and then, with great shrewdness, gave a wink to the few eunuchs and maids standing in the hall.
The palace servants immediately understood. They held their breath, lowered their heads, and quietly and quickly withdrew, thoughtfully closing the palace doors behind them.
The vast imperial study was instantly left with only Lin Yan and Xiao Che.
Lin Yan was immersed in the joy of his promotion and his anticipation for his future work, not paying much attention to the changes in his surroundings. He was still happily promising, "Your Majesty, I will definitely work hard and strive to become a pillar of the Ministry of Revenue as soon as possible, managing the purse strings well..."
Before I could finish speaking, I suddenly felt the light in front of me dim.
Looking up, he found that Xiao Che had stood up from behind the imperial desk and walked up to him.
The two were extremely close, and Lin Yan could even clearly see the delicate dark patterns on Xiao Che's clothes and smell the increasingly rich scent of agarwood.
"Your Majesty..." Lin Yan had just uttered a single word when he suddenly felt a tightness around his waist.
A strong, powerful arm wrapped around his waist without warning, and the next second, the world spun around him—
By the time he realized what was happening, Xiao Che had already swept him up in his arms!
"!!!" Lin Yan was so frightened that she almost cried out, and her hand instinctively grabbed Xiao Che's shirt.
Xiao Che, however, acted as if nothing had happened. With astonishing strength, he held him in his arms, turned around, took a few steps, walked to the soft couch in the inner room of the imperial study where he usually took a nap, and then—sat down.
Thus, Lin Yan sat firmly on Xiao Che's lap without any warning, completely encircled in the emperor's arms.
The posture was too intimate and too sudden. Lin Yan froze, his cheeks flushed red, his heart pounded wildly, and his grand plans for promotion and wealth were instantly shattered.
[Holy crap! What's going on?!]
[Imperial Study Play? Is this something I can experience without spending money?!]
[Your Majesty, your arm strength is impressive! You must train a lot!]
Xiao Che looked down at the person in his arms. His handsome face was filled with shock and embarrassment. His eyes were wide open, like a frightened cat, which made Xiao Che's heart itch.
He tightened his arms around Lin Yan's waist, pulled her closer to him, and gently rested his chin on the top of Lin Yan's head.
"After going to the Ministry of Revenue, I won't be able to stay in the Hanlin Academy every day, nor can I always come to the Imperial Study." Xiao Che's tone sounded sullen.
Lin Yan was still in shock, wondering "Who am I? Where am I?" Hearing this, he subconsciously nodded: "Ah? Um... Yes, yes, the Ministry of Revenue is quite far away..."
So what? What does this have to do with you suddenly hugging my lap?
Xiao Che paused for a moment, seemingly dissatisfied with his reaction. He raised his head, looked into Lin Yan's eyes, and spoke in a lower, even pitiful tone: "We see each other less often now."
Lin Yan: "???"
He blinked blankly, looking at the handsome face so close to his. In those always deep and unfathomable phoenix eyes, his reflection was clearly visible, as well as the eyes of a large dog afraid of being neglected.
Because of this?
Is he unhappy because he got promoted and his workplace changed, so he can no longer come to the Imperial Study anytime he wants as before? Is he reluctant to leave?
Lin Yan was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
No, Your Majesty, you are the Emperor, can't you have a little ambition? I've been promoted! What a huge advancement! What a great trust! What a great honor! It's something others would kill for!
Instead of being happy for me, you're worrying about not seeing me as much in the future?
Is his emperor one in a million with a love-obsessed mind?
"Your Majesty," Lin Yan tried to reason with the emperor who had suddenly become clingy, softening his voice, "I have only been transferred to the Ministry of Revenue, not exiled. I am still in the capital and can still see Your Majesty often."
Lin Yan continued, counting on his fingers, "And Your Majesty, think about it: if I go to the Ministry of Revenue, I can manage the finances of Dayu, increase revenue and reduce expenditure, and replenish the national treasury. Then Your Majesty can think of what important things you want to do for the country and the people, and there will be money. Isn't this a better way to share Your Majesty's burdens?"
As he spoke, he tried to get off Xiao Che's lap; the position was too embarrassing, and... it was uncomfortable.
However, Xiao Che's arm held him tightly, preventing him from moving at all.
Xiao Che simply looked at him, his eyes still holding that same focused and stubborn gaze that sent chills down Lin Yan's spine: "Others could do those things too. I just feel that I have less time to spend with you."
Lin Yan: "..."
Wow, her boyfriend is such a love-struck fool.
"Your Majesty," Lin Yan raised his head and looked earnestly at Xiao Che, "I am truly delighted to have gained Your Majesty's trust and be appointed as the Vice Minister of Revenue. I want to do some practical things, to do something truly useful for the people and the court. I am very happy that Your Majesty has given me this opportunity."
He looked into Xiao Che's eyes and said in an extremely solemn tone, "As for meeting Your Majesty... Does Your Majesty not understand my intentions? Even if I am busy with official duties, I will never distance myself from Your Majesty because of this. You are here."
As Lin Yan spoke, he gently tapped his heart with his finger, "No matter where I am, I will never forget."
"Zhaolin, you are the one in my heart." She reached out and hugged Xiao Che's neck.
Xiao Che did not immediately let go of Lin Yan's hand, but looked at him with deep eyes and asked as if to confirm, "Really? You haven't forgotten about me because of the busy work at the Ministry of Revenue?"
"Absolutely not!" Lin Yan practically swore an oath to the heavens. "Official business is official business, and you are you. How can you compare the two?"
Xiao Che seemed finally satisfied; his tense jawline softened, and a smile returned to his eyes.
He lowered his head, pressing his forehead against Lin Yan's, their noses rubbing together, their breaths mingling, his voice deep and pleasant: "Remember what you said."
This intimate gesture made Lin Yan's cheeks, which had just cooled down, burn again. But instead of dodging, he mustered his courage and quickly pecked Xiao Che on the lips. Then, as if he had accomplished something great, he looked at him with sparkling eyes and said, "This is my official seal!"
Xiao Che was amused by his proactive kiss and childish words, his chest heaving as he let out a deep, pleasant laugh.
He tightened his arms, pulling the person closer into his embrace, as if trying to lock in this moment of tenderness.
Lin Yan nestled obediently in his arms, listening to his strong heartbeat and feeling the possessiveness that almost drowned him, his heart melting completely.
Oh well, he's my boyfriend. If he's love-struck, so be it. I'll just spoil him.
The two embraced each other, quietly enjoying a moment of tranquility and intimacy.
The imperial study was filled with the gentle fragrance of incense, creating an atmosphere that was incredibly warm and inviting.
After a while, Lin Yan suddenly felt... the discomfort was becoming more and more obvious.
He shifted uncomfortably.
Xiao Che's body tensed instantly, his breathing became heavier, and the arms around his waist tightened even more as he warned in a hoarse voice, "Don't move."
Lin Yan froze instantly, not daring to move again. Her cheeks were so red they were almost bleeding, and her eyes darted around, but she dared not look at Xiao Che.
[Oh no! This is happening in broad daylight! And in the Imperial Study!]
【Xiao Che, calm down! Where is your imperial dignity?!】
Xiao Che also wanted to calm down, but the young Xiao Che wouldn't listen.
He took a deep breath, trying his best to calm his body's reaction, but to little avail.
The warm, soft body in his arms, and the faint, unique scent emanating from Lin Yan, were challenging his self-control.
Lin Yan clearly sensed the change there as well, and he felt like he was on fire, not knowing where to put his hands and feet.
Help! What should I do? Should he pretend he doesn't know? Or should he do something?
I need help urgently!
Finally, Lin Yan steeled herself, closed her eyes, tightened her grip on Xiao Che's neck, tilted her head back, and kissed Xiao Che's lips again.
This time, it wasn't the fleeting peck that had just ended before, but a deeper, more reckless encounter.
Xiao Che was taken aback at first, then a dark fire suddenly ignited in his eyes, and he almost immediately took the initiative, deepening the kiss.
Their breaths mingled, their lips met, their passion and desire intertwined.
The temperature inside the Imperial Study seemed to rise suddenly, and the scent of incense became ambiguous.
Lin Yan was kissed until her body went limp and her head was spinning. She could only passively endure it, occasionally letting out a few soft whimpers from her throat.
After an unknown amount of time, just when Lin Yan felt he was about to suffocate, Xiao Che finally released him.
Their foreheads touched, and their breathing became unsteady.
Xiao Che looked at Lin Yan, whose eyes were glistening with tears and whose lips were swollen from being kissed, his gaze dark and terrifying, and his Adam's apple bobbed violently.
He pressed Lin Yan's head into his chest, preventing him from looking at him, his voice hoarse: "Hanzhang, stop teasing me."
Lin Yan buried her burning face in the crook of his neck and muttered softly, "I just wanted to help you."
Xiao Che chuckled softly, his chest heaving, but his arms remained tightly clasped, showing no intention of letting go.
The two hugged quietly for a while until their breathing gradually calmed down.
Xiao Che seemed to suddenly remember something, and his tone returned to its usual calmness, though it still carried a hint of barely perceptible hoarseness: "If you encounter any difficulties after going to the Ministry of Revenue, or if anyone is unwilling to be transferred, feel free to tell me."
Lin Yan nodded in his arms and said in a muffled voice, "I know, Your Majesty. Don't worry, I'm not someone to be bullied."
"Hmm." Xiao Che patted his hair with satisfaction. "My Minister Lin is naturally someone no one dares to bully."
After a few more tender moments, Lin Yan estimated that it was about time and gently nudged Xiao Che: "Your Majesty, I should go to the Ministry of Revenue to report for duty."
Xiao Che reluctantly released his arms, allowing him to get off his lap.
As soon as Lin Yan's feet touched the ground, he quickly straightened his crumpled official robe, his face still flushed.
Xiao Che also stood up and tidied his slightly messy sideburns in a natural and intimate manner.
"Go ahead." Xiao Che's gaze remained fixed on him. "If you have nothing to do later, come to Qingyi Pavilion."
The heat that had just subsided on Lin Yan's face began to rise again, and he mumbled a reply: "I will do my best."
Only after stepping out of the palace and feeling the cool spring breeze did Lin Yan finally breathe a long sigh of relief, feeling as if he had been reborn.
He got promoted and he's also dating.
It deserves a song.
Ah—the joyful drums…
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Author's Note: [Owl emoji]
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