You glanced at the military books I had laid out on the table. "Are these all for that kid?"
I nodded. "Yes."
You's gaze turned colder.
Seeing that You was unhappy, I went up to her, took her arm, and said, "Today is the Lantern Festival, let's go out and release lanterns."
"Okay." Although You was unhappy, she accepted my suggestion completely.
On the night of the Lantern Festival, the entire city of Ye was enveloped in a joyous atmosphere.
You and I bought two lanterns from a street vendor and prepared to release them by the river.
The usually quiet riverbank was crowded with people today, each holding a lantern to release it.
Why are there so many people? I didn't want to squeeze into the crowd, so I pulled You down the road to find a less crowded place.
After walking for about fifteen minutes, You and I finally found a quiet riverbank with few people. "Let's put it here," we said.
My lantern was shaped like a little rabbit, while You's was shaped like a lotus flower. We placed the lanterns on the water, and I closed my eyes to make a wish. When I opened my eyes again, the lanterns had already drifted far away with the river.
"Let's go to the market." After releasing the lanterns, You and I went to guess riddles.
I wasn't really interested in the prizes. After walking around for a while, I found a food street and ate my way from one end to the other.
I patted my bulging belly; I'm really full today.
"Are you full?" After spending the whole evening with You, You's expression finally softened a lot. It seems she's not jealous anymore and won't bother me tonight.
I was just having a good time when I heard a familiar voice calling from behind me.
"Master, Master, Master."
My goodness, what a coincidence that I had to run into this ancestor.
"Huo Qi, you're here too."
Huo Qi held a lantern in his hand, still dressed in red, with a white fox fur coat draped over his back, a jade pendant hanging at his waist, and his hair tied up high with a golden crown, looking every bit the noble young master.
"Master, what a coincidence! Happy Lantern Festival." Huo Qi smiled, his eyes narrowing to reveal a pair of adorable little tiger teeth. "Master looks best in women's clothing."
I wonder if someone this cute will be able to keep his men in line when he goes to the military.
You's face grew increasingly dark. Even though I was dressed quite warmly, I felt a chill running through my body.
But Huo Qi, who was not afraid of death, actually tried to talk to You Yuan, saying, "Greetings, Young Master You Yuan. I heard that you have been helping my elder brother treat his concubine. Young Master You Yuan is indeed very talented and has superb medical skills. Even the imperial physicians said they had no way to treat that concubine."
You stared coldly at Huo Qi and said, "You call me Master, Madam, so what should you call me?"
Huo Qi froze on the spot, thinking for a long time, but still couldn't figure out what to call You.
Without waiting for his reply, You pulled me and turned to leave.
I didn't dare turn around and say anything to Huo Qi, seeing You's jealousy completely boiled over.
"You, are you angry?"
"I'm not angry."
"Are you really not angry?"
"No."
I looked at You's dark face, but I couldn't believe it.
“You, Huo Qi is still a child. You just saw him. He's still very young.”
You sneered, "You're just a kid who knows how to seduce my wife. What will you do when you grow up?"
I immediately shut up, feeling that saying too much would be the wrong thing.
When did Huo Qi start hooking up with me? He only said a few words to me today, not a single one of which was inappropriate. Oh well, in this jealous man's mind, any man who is with me is wrong anyway.
You pulled me all the way back to the inn. As soon as we entered the room, You pinned me against the door and kissed me fiercely.
I held You's waist and let her do as she pleased.
After a long while, You finally let go of me and whispered breathlessly in my ear, "You're mine."
"Yes, I am yours, and you are mine."
After the Lantern Festival, the weather in Yecheng warmed up considerably.
Now, Yinhua has risen from a noblewoman to an imperial concubine; the speed of her promotion is truly astonishing.
However, I still don't understand why Yinhua and the others insisted on choosing Yecheng.
We are gradually getting clues about the Soul-Stealing Jade we are looking for.
According to the eldest prince, the Soul-Snatching Jade has finally been located, but it's being kept by the royal advisor of the Nanzhao Kingdom.
I heard that no one except the Imperial Advisor knows where he is.
"Are you planning to go to the Nanzhao Kingdom or wait here?" Now that we have discovered the traces of the Soul-Stealing Jade, You and I naturally intend to head to the Nanzhao Kingdom. Although the Nanzhao Kingdom is far away, it will only take us a short while.
What do you mean by that?
"The Nanzhao Kingdom has already sent a memorial to our country, saying that they want to come and exchange ideas with us. The envoy they sent is none other than the Grand Preceptor."
What a coincidence! We were searching frantically for the Soul-Stealing Jade, and it just happened to come to us.
Huo Yao noticed my confusion and explained, "Because my second brother and I have been searching for the Soul-Stealing Jade without stopping, the Nanzhao Kingdom's intention is not to exchange information, but to offer treasures."
"real?"
"Um."
"I'm troubling you, Your Highness."
"No need for that. If you heal my concubine's body, I will personally present the Soul-Stealing Jade to her."
"good."
You led me away from the First Prince's residence.
"You, we've found the Soul-Snatching Jade. We'll have it soon."
"Hmm." Compared to my excitement, You's reaction was much more indifferent.
"By the way, You, how long does it take to get here from Nanzhao?"
You shook her head. "I don't know."
Okay, then let's just wait.
I also moved my lessons to Huo Qi's residence from outside the city to the Second Prince's residence.
"Huo Qi, how are you doing with the military treatise I gave you the other day?"
"Master, I have looked at them carefully."
"Did you write it down?"
"I've got it."
I gave a satisfied "hmm". To be a great general, you not only need to be a master of martial arts, but also know military strategy. You should read more books when you have free time.
"good."
I stared at Huo Qi on the desk. His hair was simply tied up high, revealing a slightly soft and cute face, especially his innocent and pure doe eyes.
This is my first disciple, he's really quite good.
"Master, why are you looking at me and smiling?"
"Huo Qi, you've learned enough now, and your master has nothing more to teach you. Keep up the good work in the future."
Huo Qi slammed the book down on the table, his eyes red as he looked at me. "Master, are you abandoning your disciple?"
I shook my head. "No, it's just that all good things must come to an end, and I will have to leave eventually."
"No, I don't want Master to leave." Huo Qi's eyes reddened, and tears, mostly like beans, fell to the ground.
"Master." As he spoke, Huo Qi tried to snuggle into my arms. Normally I would have dodged him, but today was the day I said goodbye to Huo Qi, and he was crying so pitifully, so I let Huo Qi hug me.
"Master, why are you leaving? Is Yecheng not good enough? Or are you uncomfortable staying anywhere else?"
"No reason." I patted Huo Qi's head and helped him up. "Master, you also have your own home to return to."
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