Chapter 96 Witty Romantic Affairs

out to pull Yun Qianyue with him. "We're going to the Golden Hall together!"Yun Qianyue couldn't help but follow Ye Tianyi for a few steps before suddenly pulling away from his hand and looking at hi...Chapter 96: Romantic Affairs

The capital city of Heavenly Kingdom was filled with the festive atmosphere of Prince Jing coming of age and Miss Chrysanthemum's hairpin ceremony for the next few days.

Royal House of Glory, Cloud Royal House, and the Ministry of Rites were all preparing in a flurry of activity.

With Yongxi handling affairs at the Royal House of Glory, Jade Bracelet and Green Branch managing things with Seventh Princess as head of household at the Cloud Royal House, and Yun Li ensuring smooth operations at the Ministry of Rites, Principal Characters Yun Jing and Cloud Chrysanthemum were relatively idle.

Of course, Yun Jing still attended court every day. Assisting in governance might seem easy on the surface, but it was anything but that. Moreover, the acting regent was Night Tianyi. While both men appeared amicable outwardly, they each had their own agendas and were engaged in a silent battle behind the scenes, much like an ocean where turbulent waves beneath the surface did not disrupt the calm facade.

Cloud Chrysanthemum could be considered the most idle person of all.

Each day, she would either visit the Royal House of Glory to find Jade Zishu or wait for him at the Cloud Royal House. The two might play chess at the Royal House of Glory, chat at the Cloud Royal House, or wander around Heavenly Kingdom's capital city together, reminiscent of their carefree days before they were burdened with missions.

Yun Jing was unusually magnanimous and said nothing about this. He allowed them to spend time together daily as they wished.

Over time, a rumor began circulating among the people of Heavenly Kingdom's capital city, claiming that Miss Chrysanthemum had developed feelings for Jade Prince of Eastern Sea. Initially just a spark, it grew into an inferno.

This came on the heels of years of entanglements between Miss Chrysanthemum and former Crown Prince Night Tianqin (now Second Prince), her close relationship with Seventh Prince behind the scenes, her affectionate devotion to Prince Jing alone but light in the eyes of all others, and now their constant companionship day after day.

Considering these circumstances, Cloud Chrysanthemum's romantic scandals were stirring up like a snowball rolling downhill, growing ever larger.

Despite the rumors spreading widely to the point of being known throughout the land, the master of the Royal House of Glory, actual head of the Cloud Royal House, and Jade Prince of Eastern Sea remained as unbothered as before, neither making any comments nor showing signs of disturbance. Their daily lives continued unaffected.

Half a month later, news came from Southern Liang that Phoenix Pass had been repaired. Wise Crown Prince Yan stated his close relationship with Cloud Royal House's Miss Chrysanthemum and could not miss her hairpin ceremony. Thus, he brought Princess Luo Yao to the capital city once again after months of absence. And this beauty was none other than Princess Luo Yao.

Princess Luo Yao, with her graceful figure and beautiful face, wherever she went, people gathered around like bees to flowers. This made Heavenly Kingdom's citizens look forward not just to Prince Jing coming of age and Miss Chrysanthemum's hairpin ceremony but also to seeing this beauty.

The next day after the news from Southern Liang came out, a message arrived from Southern Frontier, stating that Marquis Yun Muhuan of Southern Frontier, caring for his little sister, brought Princess Ye Qian and was willing to travel thousands of miles again to Heavenly Kingdom to attend her coming-of-age ceremony. For a while, discussions about the long-silent Southern Frontier's princess and Cloud Royal House’s heir, along with their connection to Young Monster Night Qingran of Deking Prince Manor, and Southern Liang's Wise Crown Prince, as well as the entangled story involving Deceased Princess Qingwan were revived.

At the same time, news came from Western Yan that King of Western Yan announced publicly that his crown prince, West Yan Yue, was once a close friend of Cloud Royal House’s Miss Chrysanthemum, and thus could not miss her hairpin ceremony. Therefore, Crown Prince West Yan Yue personally arrived at Heavenly Kingdom to congratulate.

With these three making their moves first, other small countries followed suit, all expressing their intent to travel from afar to Heavenly Kingdom's capital city for the celebration.

Aftrer these nations made their announcements, the Ten Great Families' Feng Family led the way in stating they would attend. The Lan Family soon followed, and other great families did not lag behind either.

Instantly, a craze to visit Heavenly Kingdom’s capital city swept across the land, even surpassing the grandeur of Emperor's fifty-fifth birthday celebration.

Inns and taverns in the capital city were packed daily. The streets teemed with people bustling about.

Another ten days passed by.

This day, Concubine Zhao Kehan, who had been recuperating at Prince Night Tianyu's residence since her miscarriage on the wedding day, left the residence for the first time. Accompanied by Prince Night Tianyu, she went to Cloud Royal House as part of a belated return visit.

When they arrived, Seventh Princess led them in and warmly welcomed Concubine Zhao Kehan into the Cloud Royal House with her hand, escorting her directly to Chrysanthemum Pavilion.

At this time, Jade Zishu and Cloud Chrysanthemun were playing five-stone chess under a cassia tree in the courtyard.

The deep autumn had passed; winter solstice was approaching. Everywhere exuded a chilly atmosphere. But those two seemed oblivious to the cold, each wearing only an additional thin shirt over their usual attire. The wind blew up their sleeves and hair, yet they sat across from each other without exchanging words or showing any signs of warmth, creating an impression of familiarity and ease.

Even Linglian and Yixue, who stood by to watch the game, found it hard to blend in with this atmosphere.

Night Tianyu paused at Chrysanthemum Pavilion's entrance, gazing at the duo under the cassia tree. His eyes flickered as if he was pondering something.

Seeing Night Tianyu stop walking and staring, Concubine Zhao Kehan also halted her steps to observe them. She seemed slightly surprised by the ease and familiarity between Jade Zishu and Cloud Chrysanthemum.

The Seventh Princess glanced at Ye Tianyu and Zhao Kehan before stopping in her tracks, smiling as she said, "Your sister has a very good relationship with the Jade Prince. They have always interacted like this without paying any attention to those rumors outside. At first, I thought there was something between your sister and the Jade Prince, but it turned out not to be true at all. He is just familiar with the Jade Prince as if they were relatives, while he treats Lord Jing very closely. Though these relationships seem similar on the surface, they are actually different."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Kehan said enviously, "People who know Moon would naturally like her without thinking twice. There's nothing wrong with that and it isn't strange either. It's just that she looks very close to the Jade Prince as if they've known each other for years. This non-blood relationship is rather enviable."

"I grew up together with Moon from a young age, yet I can never be like the Jade Prince towards her. Not only me, but also Ye Qingran, my second brother, Leng Shaozhuo, and Rong Feng—none of us could match what the Jade Prince has."

Zhao Kehan turned to look at Ye Tianyu when she heard his tone carrying some meaning.

"Let's go in!" Ye Tianyu put away his emotions, smiled at Zhao Kehan, and returned to his usual self.

Zhao Kehan nodded her head and averted her gaze.

The Seventh Princess looked back at the two of them one more time before they entered the courtyard together.

Although their voices were low when they talked outside, Yu Zishu and Yun Qianmo’s martial arts skills were high, and they weren’t far from where the group was standing, so everything was clear to them. The two of them looked at each other before turning towards the door.

"Sister Moon, I’ve grown up with you, and we get along well, but you treat the Jade Prince so well! It really makes me jealous!" Ye Tianyu walked over and sat down on the chair between them, looking at Yun Qianmo disapprovingly.

Yu Zishu smiled slightly. "Whether people can get along depends on their緣分 (fate). I can be close to Yun Er regardless of time spent together. Some people become lifelong friends after just one meeting while others may dislike each other even after a lifetime. These things aren’t comparable."

Yun Qianmo rolled her eyes at Ye Tianyu and repeated Yu Zishu’s words, "Did you understand Some people can be close friends after just one meeting, while others might never get along no matter how long they know each other. We shouldn’t compare these things."

Ye Tianyu laughed, “For all these years, Sister Moon has kept it well hidden. Not only me, but many people didn’t know that the Jade Prince and Sister Moon had such a close relationship.”

"It wasn't necessary to hide it at all. Back then I didn’t know she was Miss Qianmo from Cloud Manor, while she didn’t know I was the Crown Prince of Donghai." Yu Zishu shook his head with a smile. "If not for our meeting in River Valley County several months ago, we might have had to wait for another chance to meet."

"Haha, this is just my little joke, Jade Prince doesn’t need to take it seriously!" Ye Tianyu laughed and wiped the displeasure from his face as he looked at Yun Qianmo. "Sister Moon, what kind of game are you playing"

“It's Go-Moku!” Yun Qianmo glanced at him.

"I’ve never heard of it!" Ye Tianyu turned to look at Yu Zishu.

This is something I came up with myself! Isn’t that impressive Someone like you would never be able to come up with anything new, right" Yun Qianmo looked down on Ye Tianyu without mercy and waved Zhao Kehan over. "Sister Zhao and Sister-in-law, come sit by me."

Zhao Kehan smiled as she nodded her head and teased Yun Qianmo, "You're really growing up! Just a few days haven’t passed since we last met, yet you've grown even more."

"Indeed. I see her every day, so there's always some change," The Seventh Princess continued, “but while she’s physically grown and matured, her personality hasn’t changed one bit.”

“You two are already married; you’re growing up faster than me,” Yun Qianmo looked at Zhao Kehan with a smile. "Sister Zhao, your recovery is great! But it's not even a month since the birth. It’s too early for you to get out of bed especially now that it’s so cold. You should rest properly in the house as this affects your lifelong health." She then glared at Ye Tianyu, “She has only just recovered from her confinement and is still less than a month postpartum; how could you not stop her Don’t you know that entering cold air before a full month can be detrimental to one’s body”

"It’s not her fault. I was bored stiff, so I wanted to come out for a walk!" Before Ye Tianyu could explain, Zhao Kehan quickly explained.

“Moreover, I’m fully dressed and wearing cotton clothes, which won’t be an issue,”

"You always side with him," Yun Qianmo shot her a reproachful look.

“Why should she support me instead of you” Ye Tianyu’s expression turned solemn as he said to Zhao Kehan. "Go inside the house first; it will be warmer there."

"It shouldn’t be too much trouble if I sit here for a while," Zhao Kehan remained seated by Yun Qianmo.

“This isn't just about sitting here! We still have children to bring into the world. If your body is in poor condition, how can we bear offspring" Ye Tianyu urged her gently. "Go inside quickly! Have Seventh Sister keep you company while Moon and Jade Prince finish their game."

Zhao Kehan then left without lingering, looking at The Seventh Princess.

"Let's go in and talk to your sister first! Let them finish this game." The Seventh Princess stood up and pulled Zhao Kehan’s hand into the house with a smile. “Your husband treats you really well, Sister-in-law. It is rare for royal men to be like him; it's fortunate that you met such an extraordinary man.”

“Seventh Sister also has her blessings! Cloud Li世子 (Prince) is very good to you!” Zhao Kehan smiled and nodded her head with a sweet expression.

"Well, we are all blessed!" Princess Seven said with a smile as she turned to look at Yun Qianyue, adding: "It's thanks to my sister’s blessing. People influenced by her aren’t bad off."

Zhao Kehan also looked back and nodded in agreement.

As they spoke, the two of them entered the room. Ling Lian and Yi Xue followed behind to serve tea.

"You two continue playing; I'll watch. Let's see what makes this game of Go so interesting!" Ye Tianyu pointed at the chessboard and said to Yun Qianyue and Jade Zishu.

"It’s a simple game," explained Jade Zishu with a smile.

"Your turn!" Yun Qianyue told Jade Zishu without beating around the bush.

Jade Zishu nodded his head and placed a stone on the board. Yun Qianyue followed suit immediately. With an extra person watching, but their movements remained as before—neither fast nor slow. It was natural.

The game ended in a draw.

Yun Qianyue pushed away the chessboard and grumbled: "Years have passed, yet it’s still this outcome! Can’t you give me a break"

"No!" Jade Zishu answered plainly.

"Are you a man Don't know how to show consideration for women" Yun Qianyue shot a sidelong glance at Jade Zishu.

"Is there such an impressive woman as you" Ignoring Yun Qianyue’s look, Jade Zishu turned around and said with a smile to Ye Tianyu: "Fourth Prince, would you like to play a game"

"Sure! The game is interesting. Moreover, I’ve always wanted to have a match against Crown Prince Yu." Ye Tianyu immediately nodded.

Yun Qianyue moved aside to let him take her seat. Ye Tianyu’s buttocks landed in Yun Qianyue's spot right away.

The two of them started arranging the stones.

Ye Tianyu was naturally smart; after observing Yun Qianyue and Jade Zishu for a while, he found some clues. He played the game steadily. Jade Zishu didn’t flaunt his advantage just because he knew how to play Go but adapted to Ye Tianyu’s style calmly, quietly, without showing any sharpness or brilliance.

The game ended with Jade Zishu winning by one point.

It seemed that Ye Tianyu was now addicted to the game. He waved a hand at Jade Zishu and said: "Let’s play another round!"

Jade Zishu didn’t refuse; he agreed with a smile.

In three consecutive games, Jade Zishu maintained his style of winning Ye Tianyu by one point each time.

After the third game was over, Ye Tianyu sighed: "Crown Prince Yu is truly a master! No matter how aggressive or gentle I play, you manage to maintain your own style. Such skill is beyond my reach. I am in awe!"

"Fourth Prince, you are flattering me," Jade Zishu smiled slowly.

Yun Qianyue rolled her eyes at Ye Tianyu and said: "Of course Zishu is the best!"

"Little Sister Yun, this doesn’t sound like you! Who have you ever defended in such a way In recent years, besides Lord Shijie, I’ve only seen you do that for him," Ye Tianyu raised his eyebrows as he sized her up.

"Who can blame me if Zishu is too good" Yun Qianyue yawned and said to him: "It’s late. You should stay here with Lady Zhao and finish your meal before going back."

“Sure!” Ye Tianyu agreed readily.

The three of them put away the chessboard and went into the room. Zhao Kehan and Princess Seven were chatting about trivial matters when they saw the trio enter. The princess smiled first and said: "You guys spent a long time on that game!"

"Ask him! He insisted on playing three rounds with Little Seven, freezing me to death!" Yun Qianyue rubbed her hands and said: "Tomorrow, I’ll have to start the brazier in this room. Who knows when it’s going to snow for the first time this year."

"This year's weather is unusually warm. In previous years, it would have already snowed by Minor Snow, but this year, even as we approach Winter Solstice, no snow has appeared yet. Could it be that the heavens feel something amiss in our current situation" Ye Tianyu took up Yun Qianmo’s words with a slight sneer, "Whether or not there is snow makes little difference; if anything, snow just means colder weather."

"How can you say there's no difference After it snows, plum blossoms will bloom!" Yun Qianmo retorted at him. "You’re already married and established in your career, yet still speak so nonsensically." With that, she turned to Zhao Kehan and said, "Sister Zhao, please make sure you discipline him properly; men become spoiled if they are not disciplined. Look at him; it’s only been a few days since his wedding and he already has such a snobbish attitude."

Zhao Kehan hid behind her hand as she laughed, "That's because he behaves like this only in front of you. During our wedding, we haven’t seen him acting so out-of-sorts."

Yun Qianmo snorted slightly and asked the Seventh Princess with a smile, "Sister-in-law, did Brother mention when he might return"

"He’s been busy preparing for your coming of age ceremony as well as that of Prince Jing. The Ministry of Rites also needs him to arrange reception for foreign envoys arriving in the capital city. He comes back at different times every day," replied the Seventh Princess.

"Ling Lian, go find Brother and tell him to come eat dinner! No matter how busy he is, he still needs to take care of his health." Yun Qianmo ordered Ling Lian.

“Yes, Miss!” Ling Lian walked out but stopped after a few steps. "Miss, what about Prince Jing"

"You don’t need to bother with him; once he’s finished his business, he’ll naturally come," Yun Qianmo said.

Ling Lian nodded and left the room.

Yi Xue set out tea snacks. While they chatted, the people in the room ate some snacks while waiting for the small kitchen to serve dinner.

A half hour later, Yun Li returned to the Cloud王府 (Cloud Manor) and went straight to Qianyue Pavilion. He came accompanied by Leng Shaozhuo and Rong Feng. It was clear that they had heard about the banquet being held at Yun Qianmo’s Qianyue Pavilion and decided to come uninvited.

Shortly after the three of them sat down, Rong Jing and Ye Qingran also entered the Qianyue Pavilion.

"What day is it today My Qianyue Pavilion has suddenly become so popular!" Yun Qianmo looked out the window and glanced at everyone gathered in the room. Seeing how they were slowly filling up, she grumbled to herself.

“These days everyone’s busy with their own affairs and must have been cooped up for too long!” The Seventh Princess said with a smile.

"Little miss, I haven’t even approached yet and already heard you saying you don’t welcome me." A voice came from outside—Ye Qingran's.

“Even if I don't want to welcome you, didn’t you still come anyway” Yun Qianmo rolled her eyes.

Rong Jing pushed back the door curtain and walked in; Ye Qingran followed closely behind.

"Joining in for fun! This little prince has been thinking about drinking wine recently. Where’s that pear blossom white wine you took from Little Tianyu’s place last time Get it out, let's drink it." Ye Qingran entered the room and scanned everyone inside before suddenly laughing. "This is really lively; I guess this little prince didn’t come in vain."

"You’re truly… Your residence has good wine too but drinking alone isn’t fun. Stolen wine tastes better!" Ye Qingran went past Rong Jing, heading for Yun Qianmo's side.

Before he could sit down, Rong Jing waved his sleeve and a gust of wind blew him back; without even looking at him, Rong Jing sat down beside Yun Qianmo.

Ye Qingran glared but then pursed his lips and didn’t react. He sat next to Yu Zishu instead and said in an intimate manner: "Prince Yu, your trip wasn't wasted! I’ve never seen Little Miss treating anyone so well before; she’s been either playing chess with you or drinking tea every day, even accompanying you to horse racing and touring the imperial capital city. They say you two have almost trodden on all corners of it already. This sort of privilege really makes this little prince jealous!"

Yu Zishu smiled slightly, "Cloud and I are good friends; her treating me like this is appropriate. If she went to the East Sea, I would treat her likewise."

Ye Qingran clicked his tongue and said sourly to Yun Qianmo: "Little Miss, when will you start treating me so well too!"

"Am I not good enough to you" Yun Qianmo asked with a sideways glance.

Ye Qingran pretended to think for a moment while touching his chin and said, "It depends on whom we’re comparing it to."

"Compare what Everyone is different." Yun Qianmo shot him a warning look. "You talk too much; do you still want to drink or not If you don’t want to drink, I’ll make you keep talking all day long!"

Ye Qingran curled his lips and said, "Of course it’s about drinking!

"Ling Lian, Ye Xue, go and bring the jars of Pear Blossom White here!" Yun Qianyue saw that Ye Qingran had stopped for a moment and instructed Ling Lian and Ye Xue.

The two immediately responded and ran down to fetch them.

Over ten people gathered in Yun Qianyue's room; it was the most crowded and lively occasion ever. The meal went on with everyone chatting, laughing, and clinking glasses until dusk fell.

Ye Qingran, Rong Feng, and Leng Shaozhu left together. Yu Zishu and Rong Jing also departed.

Night Tianyu and Zhao Kehan were the last to leave. When Yun Qianyue saw them off at the gate, everyone else had already left. Zhao Kehan held Yun Qianyue's hand tightly and whispered, "Little Moon, I'll come over on your coming-of-age day."

Yun Qianyue thought for a moment before nodding with a smile, "Alright! You are my father's adopted daughter, so you naturally need to watch my adult ceremony."

Zhao Kehan glanced at Night Tianyu, then let go of Yun Qianyue’s hand and got into the carriage. The curtain fell down, concealing her figure.

Yun Qianyue looked towards Night Tianyu.

Nostril Tianyu walked over to look into her eyes; she also gazed at him. His eyes were like a deep pool of darkness with indiscernible emotions beneath, and she sighed inwardly but did not show it on the surface.

"Little Moon, I might not be able to make it for your coming-of-age ceremony!" Night Tianyu said.

Yun Qianyue nodded but remained silent.

Nostril Tianyu lowered his voice further and declared, "I plan to rebel against my father!"

Yun Qianyue did not expect him to say it so directly. But considering that there was no harm in letting her know, she nodded again without speaking.

"Knowing you won't help me anymore and recognizing I have little chance of success, this might be our last meeting. Big Brother is asking one last favor: Would you please stall my seventh brother on the day If he's still in the palace, I'll have no chance at all." Night Tianyu’s voice was extremely low.

Yun Qianyue pursed her lips and looked straight into Night Tianyu’s eyes. "I’ll do my best!"

"That's enough for me! Even if I can't come back alive, don’t forget me or the ten jars of Pear Blossom White." Nostril Tianyu gazed deeply at Yun Qianyue and then said, turning around to lift the curtain and get into his carriage.

The driver whipped the reins, and the carriage left from the gate of Yun’s Manor.

As night fell, it was colder than during the day. The chilling wind pierced through clothes like a sharp blade, sweeping up her dark hair and causing jingling sounds as wrist bracelets and waist rings swayed in the silence on the empty street.

She stood for quite some time until Ling Lian reminded Yun Qianyue. She turned around slowly and went back to the mansion; the gate behind her shut with a heavy sound.

This night, Yun Qianyue did not sleep at all until dawn arrived. Only then did she finally fall asleep.

The next two days were peaceful as winter solstice approached in three days. The Glory and Cloud Manors and the Department of Rites had completed preparations for the coming-of-age ceremonies.

It seemed that the closer it got to important dates, everything became unusually calm, even the heated discussions among people in the capital city began to fade away.

After the gathering at Qianyue Pavilion, Yun Qianyue instructed Ling Lian and Ye Xue to set up a warm stove; despite the cold outside, the pavilion was cozy. She sat next to Yu Zishu by the fireplace reading books back-to-back.

This evening, as she dozed off lightly, someone entered Qianyue Pavilion. Yun Qianyue opened her eyes and heard Ling Lian and Ye Xue’s low voices followed by an unsatisfied voice, "How long have I been away that you now impose a curfew at this pavilion Misses, your eyesight must be failing; can't you recognize me"

"Third Young Master" Ling Lian and Ye Xue murmured in unison before retracting their swords back into sheaths and promptly corrected themselves, "Prince of Western Yan!"

Western Yan Yue chuckled gently. "It's good that you two can recognize me; may I enter now"

Ling Lian and Ye Xue exchanged glances before they were about to nod when Yun Qianyue’s voice came from inside, commanding, "What are you wasting time for Come in quickly! Are you enjoying the cold wind outside"

Western Yan Yue immediately pushed open the door and walked into the room. As he entered, the warmth within the room diminished slightly.

Yun Qianyue looked at Xi Yanyue, thinking that it was no wonder Ling Lian and Yi Xue couldn't recognize him. Even she had difficulty identifying him upon first sight. The present-day Crown Prince of Western Yan was completely different from the Third Young Master back then. He now exuded an aura of nobility all over. Although he still possessed a handsome appearance, his demeanor had changed dramatically.

The Third Young Master rolled his eyes and walked straight to her bed. Staring at Yun Qianyue for a moment, he suddenly kicked off his shoes, jumped onto the bed with swift movements, and pulled the quilt over himself.

Yun Qianyue stared blankly at him until she realized what had happened and said, "Men and women should not have physical contact!"

"Just treat me as a woman," Xi Yanyue replied indifferently.

Yun Qianyue was speechless. Could gender be changed so easily She looked at his thin clothes and stopped herself from kicking him off the bed, asking instead, "Why did you come in the middle of the night Where is your envoy team"

"They are still a hundred miles away! I missed you, so I came first!" The Third Young Master yawned, closed his eyes and said to Yun Qianyue, "I'm exhausted. Don't disturb me." Then he fell asleep.

Yun Qianyue stared speechlessly at him again for a moment before realizing that he was genuinely sleeping, as she heard even breathing. She rolled her eyes and turned away to look up at the ceiling, no longer feeling sleepy. She wondered if Nan Lingrui, Luo Yao, Ye Qian, Yun Muhuan, Feng Jin, and members of the Ten Great Families were also about to arrive.

Just as she was pondering this, someone else landed outside with a familiar aura.

"Crown Prince Ling" Ling Lian and Yi Xue called out together.

Nan Lingrui "hummed" and seemed to be rummaging in his pocket for something before tossing it to Ling Lian and Yi Xue, saying with a smile, "Here's some candy for you."

Ling Lian and Yi Xue caught the candies and, seemingly speechless, thanked him together: "Thank you, Crown Prince Ling!"

"You're welcome," Nan Lingrui waved his hand dismissively as he slowly walked to the door. Gently pushing it open, he entered with a carefree air, immediately spotting Yun Qianyue sitting on her bed and someone lying next to her. He blinked, stared at Xi Yanyue for a moment, then smiled at Yun Qianyue: "Little girl, not bad! You're taking good care of yourself by finding someone to warm your bed."

"What nonsense!" Yun Qianyue glared at him. "He's Xi Yanyue!"

"Oh The Crown Prince of Western Yan" Nan Lingrui raised an eyebrow, stood at the bedside and stared at Xi Yanyue for a moment before reaching out with his hand and said lasciviously, "You're not bad-looking! Let me feel your skin..."

Before he could touch him, Xi Yanyue opened his eyes. Yun Qianyue smacked his hand away and glared at him: "If Luo Yao finds out that you're harassing a man, you'll be waiting for death!"

Nan Lingrui's hand dodged in time but was still hit once. He glared back at Yun Qianyue: "My beautiful Luo Yao is gentle; she’s nothing like this wild girl of yours." Then he sat down next to the bed and shoved Xi Yanyue aside without much ceremony, saying, "Beautiful woman, move over a bit for me."

Xi Yanyue blinked and suddenly hooked his arm around Nan Lingrui's. With soft words, he said, "Oh, isn’t this Crown Prince Ling Come, let’s change your clothes properly; you’re making me cold." He started to undo Nan Lingrui's clothes.

Nan Lingrui leaped up in surprise and moved away from the bed, staring incredulously at Xi Yanyue.

Yun Qianyue laughed loudly upon seeing Nan Lingrui’s expression.

"Crown Prince Ling isn’t so bad either! He has such a small heart!" The Third Young Master withdrew his hand and closed his eyes, reverting to a clear male voice. He seemed unconcerned about the situation.

Nan Lingrui's face changed several times before he angrily scolded Yun Qianyue: "Stinking girl! What are you laughing at I'm your brother! Is this how you let others bully me"

Yun Qianyue couldn't stop laughing, saying between gasps, "My dear brother, have you met a formidable opponent This person is popular with both men and women. You need to be more careful in the future."

"I don’t fear!" Nan Lingrui suddenly walked to the bed again, swiftly kicked off his boots, climbed onto it even faster, pulled Xi Yanyue's quilt over himself, and seeing that there wasn't enough space, he threw Yun Qianyue off the bed. He then comfortably lay down next to Xi Yanyue and said contentedly: "Sharing a bed with a beauty is what I desire."

Xi Yanyue let out a low hum but seemed too exhausted to respond; he continued sleeping.

Nan Lingrui also appeared tired, closing his eyes as if preparing to sleep.

Yun Qianyue was left speechless in the middle of the room after being thrown off her bed. She couldn’t help but suspect that the bed she had been sleeping on for over a decade must be made of gold, since these men were treating it like they would a stolen treasure.

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A word about the story:

The Coming-of-Age Ceremonies are here!t that, "Did you win her heart"Nan Lingrui proudly raised his eyebrows. Seeing Yun Qianyue yawning endlessly, he finally acted like an elder brother and patted her shoulder. "Go to sleep. I'll wake yo...