The north is frigid, and the water at the bottom of that lake is icy cold and harbors ferocious beasts year-round.
That day, Chu Changning was injured by the cold air entering his body at the bottom of the lake and had been recuperating in Changxin Palace ever since.
Xie Rongyue visited her frequently, and the two became much closer.
"Going to Kyoto?"
Seeing her surprise, Xie Rongyue said softly, "I heard from the general that His Majesty hosted a banquet for noble families, powerful officials, and princes to discuss the war in the north."
Chu Changning nestled on the small couch, her brows slightly furrowed.
Xie Rongyue asked in confusion, "What's wrong with you?"
"Uh, it's nothing."
"Kyoto is the place where princesses are born and raised. It is a blessing to have the opportunity to go back now."
She didn't want to go back, and Shen Yan wished he could kill her.
Chu Changning thought to himself for a moment.
"Princess, please rest. I'll head back now."
"Okay, take care."
After leaving Changxin Palace, Xie Rongyue returned to Qutai Palace, where she was currently residing.
Upon entering, one sees a young man dressed in a dark blue robe sitting on a small couch by the window, sipping tea, his profile serene and unassuming.
Hearing the rustling sound, Wang Hezhan turned around.
"Why are you only getting back now?"
Xie Rongyue said softly, "I went to see the princess."
"come over."
His tone was flippant, and the way he beckoned to her was like he was teasing a cat or dog.
Xie Rongyue felt ashamed, but she knew that others would humiliate her after she had humiliated herself. She had belittled herself first and offered herself up, so she couldn't blame anyone else.
She concealed her embarrassment, smiled, and walked over to him, kneeling at his feet.
Wang Hezhan liked her sense of propriety, and thinking that it had been almost two months, he couldn't help but feel a little reluctant to part with her.
He lowered his eyes, reached out and stroked her smooth, creamy skin, speaking softly.
"Moon, how many days left?"
Xie Rongyue obediently replied, "Half a month."
Just half a month left, just half a month left, and she can finally end these humiliating days.
She had begged him to cancel the old man's arranged marriage, only to be utterly despised by him.
This was the first time she had ever been so humiliated by being scolded that she fled in disgrace.
Later, he ran into her talking with the young master of the Cui family at the temple.
It seems the heavens are against her.
She was so embarrassed that she tried to run away, but his bodyguards secretly took her to his villa.
He said he would help her if she stayed by his side for two months and was available whenever he needed her.
It's finally almost over.
"General--"
"Um?"
He looked over with displeasure, his eyes cold.
Cool fingertips caressed her delicate neck.
Xie Rongyue felt a chill run down her spine and immediately changed her mind.
“Brother He Zhan”.
Wang Hezhan smiled faintly, "The Xie family's daughter is always good at pleasing her husband."
Xie Rongyue understood his implied meaning and her face turned pale.
At their first meeting, he caught her having a secret rendezvous with the young master of the Yang family. At their second meeting, she begged for his mercy, feeling humiliated to the core.
Then, he stumbled upon her chatting with the young master of the Cui family at the temple.
He privately considered her a wanton woman and looked down on her, but she didn't care.
"Brother He Zhan, you're going to Kyoto, could you let me go back to Yandu?"
There were already rumors circulating about the two women in the aristocratic family. Every time she was in the manor, her third sister would mock her and belittle her.
She's been away from Yandu for so long this time, she's probably going to be caught red-handed.
Wang Hezhan was stroking her long, black hair when he heard her words and paused.
"Is this how Yue'er crosses the river and then abandons the bridge?"
He smiled and looked down at her.
Xie Rongyue blushed at his words and stammered without saying anything.
Outside the window is a large bamboo forest, where the wind rustles the trees.
Wang Hezhan saw her lowered eyes and sneered.
"Don't worry, you will be allowed to return to Yandu in half a month."
After saying that, he reached out and pulled her up, making her straddle his waist.
Xie Rongyue's cheeks flushed, and she placed her hands on his shoulders.
Wang Hezhan leaned down, pressed her head down, and kissed her.
His room was always filled with the fragrance of agarwood and elm, and he also carried a faint scent on his body that would waft into your nostrils as soon as you got close.
Xie Rongyue's body went limp, and she was dazed by his kisses.
A cool tongue probed into her mouth, their breaths mingled and tightened, and her voice became tender and lingering.
Wang Hezhan's eyes were deep as he grasped and kneaded her smooth, soft hand.
Xie Rongyue had been trained ever since she started following him, and she instantly understood his meaning.
Her eyes were red-rimmed as she tremblingly reached out to undo her belt.
The senses are instantly amplified.
Wang Hezhan groaned, his breathing gradually becoming heavier, and the force he used to knead her increased.
Xie Rongyue's back trembled as she listened to his deep, panting voice, and her heart began to race.
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The north was bitterly cold, with a biting wind blowing, and the entire city of Chaoge was eerily silent.
Moonlight shines through the layers of eaves, reaching Phoenix Terrace, where at night one can see the brightly lit Xin Palace, decorated with gold.
Chu Changning, wearing a cloak and carrying a golden cup, entered the hall.
The generals who were discussing the matter have all left.
Inside the hall, at the desk, only a man dressed in black robes was bent over reviewing memorials.
Yan Beimo heard the slight movement and looked up.
"Please have this soup prepared, my lord."
Chu Changning strolled over and placed the golden soup in his hand aside.
As soon as I put her down, he suddenly lifted me onto the table.
Memorials and documents were scattered all over the floor.
She hurriedly steadied herself and looked up at him with her beautiful eyes.
Yan Beimo chuckled and lifted her chin.
"Ah Ning, I don't like women who use tricks."
He pressed so hard that her jaw hurt.
Chu Changning's expression turned serious, his eyes slightly reddening, and he said in a low voice, "I did it to protect myself."
Screw it, if he really disliked using underhanded tactics, he wouldn't have gone to the bottom of the lake to save her in the first place.
He revels in the feeling of being high above and manipulating his prey, but he breaks her bones before tearing her apart, leaving her to struggle.
abnormal.
Yan Beimo raised an eyebrow, took out a knife, and gently slashed her dress.
Chu Changning stood stiffly, letting the cold blade approach.
This kind of madman is truly unpredictable; he was perfectly fine just two days ago, and now he's suddenly gone mad.
“Someone saw that the lady secretly came to the Council Hall a few nights ago.”
He spoke with a gentle smile, while the knife in his hand slicing inch by inch across her dress.
Her light green dress was instantly torn and tattered, leaving her barely clothed.
Chu Changning was startled, but remained calm on the surface.
"Since you were not in Changxin Palace, I came looking for you. Perhaps the guards saw me."
Yan Beimo gave an "oh" and looked at her.
The beautiful woman's graceful figure, her jade-like skin pressed against the sandalwood imperial table, was as white as flowing light. The moonlight from the window reflected in her willow-leaf eyes, making them appear as if they were blooming with spring colors.
He threw away the knife, picked up the wolf-hair pen, dipped it in honey, and spoke.
"I heard Helian Ye came to Libei. Have you seen him?"
As he spoke, he drew on her waist and abdomen.
Chu Changning felt numb and cold, and his back was trembling.
Humiliation, utter humiliation.
Unable to hear her speak, he wickedly pressed the tip of his pen hard against the soft flesh of her waist.
Chu Changning shuddered and bit her lip as she spoke.
"Never seen it before."
"oh."
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