novelaction Chapter 315: Teasing
Chapter 315: Teasing
After everyone had left the hall, Jinzhong tiptoed forward and quietly sat down on a small stool beside her. His hands, as if they had their own consciousness, fell on her legs skillfully and began to massage them slowly.
"The one from the cold palace left quietly. As for the one from the Rain Flower Pavilion, do you think you should let her go with you?"
Jinzhong raised his eyes and whispered inquiringly. Hailan was too difficult a person. Now that her son had died and her sister had passed away, she was like a trapped beast cornered. If she fought them recklessly and really got serious, there was no guarantee that there would be a big mess.
After all, when people are desperate, they can do anything.
"What are you afraid of?"
Yanwan raised her eyebrows slightly, picked up a crystal clear grape that looked like purple jade with her fingertips, and leisurely put it into Jinzhong's mouth.
Her white fingertips brushed across her lips, and her sweet fragrance lingered on his nose.
She spoke casually.
"Yongqi died from a relapse of his leg injury, and Ruyi lost her hair on her own. No matter who investigates, they won't find any evidence linking us to anything. She shouldn't be hating us, but someone else..."
The grapes were a special delicacy, sweet and juicy, and the fruity aroma instantly filled the teeth.
Jinzhong narrowed his eyes in satisfaction, the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised into a satisfied arc, and he smacked his lips and said.
"Then... I dare to spread the news about what happened on the boat and stir up trouble?"
The shocking scene of Ruyi's hair being cut off was still happening in Hangzhou, and Hailan was far away in the capital, so she was completely unaware of it.
However, the incident happened on the imperial ship, and apart from the parties involved, only Fu Cha Fu Heng and a few guards were left.
He knew in his heart that the emperor was suspicious and easily instigated. If the news leaked out one day, he would be implicated and it would be a disaster for him.
After thinking about it this way, this move is indeed quite dangerous and the cost outweighs the gain.
Ever since Yongqi passed away, the emperor has become more and more suspicious. The more panicked people are, the more cautious he has to be in his actions.
"Forget it, this matter should not be made public."
Yan Wan shook her head slightly, speaking softly but with a firm tone.
"If she's determined to know, she'll do everything she can to find out. Why should we get involved in this mess? It's better to just sit back and watch the fight unfold, and when the time is right, we can reap the rewards."
Over the years, Yan Wan had worked hard and finally reached the high position of Imperial Noble Consort. Now that Ruyi has passed away, she is supposed to be the most noble among the women in the Forbidden City.
From now on, as long as you serve the emperor well, the wealth and power in the palace should be easily within your reach without any effort.
But the resentment in Yanwan's heart was like wild weeds in spring, growing wildly and spreading, and could not be suppressed.
How could she be willing to stop at the position of Imperial Noble Consort?
How could we just watch the emperor mutter a few words about the past and continue to live a carefree and happy life?
This is not fair.
Her mind and eyes were filled with only one thought: he must not be allowed to feel so comfortable.
With so many grievances and grudges entangled, the emperor in the past always stayed out of it, looking down on the women in the harem fighting each other to the death.
Now, she was determined to drag the emperor into this and let him taste the bitterness of the palace struggle firsthand. Only in this way could she dispel the hatred that had accumulated in her heart for many years.
"Alright, I will obey your orders, Master. I will hold your hand and escort you all the way to the throne in the Central Palace."
Jin Zhong could hardly contain his emotions, and with his hands trembling slightly he gently took Yan Wan's hand, as if he were holding a rare treasure, and reverently pressed her soft hand against his cheek. His eyes were burning, and every word he said was full of piety.
In fact, these words had come out of his mouth in his previous life. Although time has passed and things have changed, when he said them again, his mood remained the same, loyal and full of unswerving determination.
"Alright! When I finally reach the highest position I desire, you will be the first one to be rewarded handsomely."
Yanwan opened her red lips slightly, and as soon as she finished speaking, she raised her scallion-like fingers slightly, and the pure gold armor with warm body temperature gently rubbed Jinzhong's chin, the action was playful and intimate.
The armor touched his skin, but there was no sharp or cold discomfort. Instead, this sudden little movement was like a soft feather, gently teasing Jinzhong's heart, making him feel a little itchy for no reason.
"You are teasing me like a puppy..."
Jinzhong laughed and muttered helplessly, but his voice was unnaturally soft, just like the gurgling water in spring, even more intoxicating than the softest waves.
It looked like she was pretending to protest, but in fact, she was smiling with her eyes curved, unable to hide her enjoyment. Her eyes were bursting with joy, and her heart and eyes were full of joy that she couldn't hide.
Twenty years have passed and they are no longer young.
Jinzhong rarely shows such youthfulness.
"Oh, since Eunuch Jinzhong is not happy about it, I won't do this anymore in the future."
Yanwan's eyes were curved, as if hiding two crescent moons. She looked at his shy and reluctant look with interest, and deliberately teased him.
After he finished speaking, he pretended to pull his hand back, with his fingertips slightly curled up, and the posture was as realistic as it could be.
But before she could completely withdraw her hand, Jinzhong's eyes tightened, and with quick eyes and hands, he grabbed her slender wrist. The force was neither light nor heavy, but it showed his determination not to let her escape.
"I like it. No matter how the master treats me, I am happy..."
Jinzhong's voice was slightly hoarse, and there was a bit of passion hidden in it that was rarely seen in his daily life. His sticky and passionate eyes were fixed on her, as if he wanted to see through her and melt her into his own eyes.
He is genuinely, joyful.
As soon as he finished speaking, he lowered his head slightly, and pressed his warm lips heavily on the palm of her hand. The touch was like a hot undercurrent, spreading from the palm of her hand to her whole body in an instant, burning Yanwan's heart slightly.
Then, Jinzhong pulled her in front of him with a sudden force. Their noses touched, their breaths intertwined, and the unique fragrance of their bodies lingered and entangled together.
In an instant, their lips touched, their breath blended more and more closely, and the air around them seemed to be filled with a charming scent.
Jinzhong's hands became more and more anxious, and he reached out to the knot of her belt at the back of her waist, fiddling with it with his fingers in a panic.
Suddenly, there was a crisp "click" sound. It turned out that the jade beads on the sachet pendant on the belt rolled to the ground, which was particularly harsh in the quiet afternoon.
He didn't care at all, and his passion became more and more difficult to control. He carefully and eagerly held her delicate body with his hands and strode towards the bed.
Summer afternoons are a time for lazy sleep.
The heat and restlessness make people even more confused and distracted.
By the time Jinzhong had packed up neatly and stepped out of Tiandi Yijiachun, the scorching sun was already high in the sky, and it was the peak of the afternoon heat.
He held the food box steadily in both hands, which was carefully filled with medicinal food fresh from the kitchen, and hurried back, but he didn't expect to run into Yongyan who was returning halfway.
"Greetings to the Fifteenth Prince!"
Jinzhong hurriedly stopped, bowed slightly, and had a humble smile on his face.
"Is Eunuch Jinzhong going back?"
Although Yongyan was still young, he exuded an innate calmness.
After his fifth brother left, he gradually calmed down and now looks a bit like his fifth brother when he was young.
Yongyan was holding a bunch of freshly picked flowers in his hand at this moment. When he saw Jinzhong, he looked quite familiar and started chatting with him casually.
"That's right. The medicinal food prepared by the kitchen is ready. I must hurry back to serve the emperor his meal. I dare not delay even a moment."
As Jinzhong spoke, he moved his feet lightly, stepped aside to make way, and lowered his head slightly, indicating that the young master should go first.
Yongyan nodded obediently and walked forward.
But just as they passed by, his movement brought up a breeze, which actually blew the faint fragrance of Jinzhong's body into his nose.
Yongyan's steps suddenly stopped, his brows furrowed subconsciously, and after a little thought, he turned around and strode back to Jinzhong's side.
"Does the Fifteenth Prince have any instructions?"
When Jinzhong saw him act like this, his heart skipped a beat and his expression instantly became stern. He straightened his back unconsciously and looked serious.
Yongyan's nose twitched slightly, his face full of confusion as he slowly spoke, "The scent of Eunuch Jinzhong... is incredibly familiar, as if I've smelled it somewhere before."
As he spoke, his inquiring gaze became more intense, and the more he pondered, the closer he could not help but move, with the tip of his nose almost touching the corner of Jinzhong's clothes, as if he was determined to find out the truth.
Jinzhong's heart suddenly tightened, and a chill rushed to his forehead. Fortunately, he remained calm on the surface. His mind raced, and he made up an excuse.
"While I was waiting in the courtyard, I had nothing better to do than to look at the flowers. Perhaps I was intoxicated by the scent of jasmine and disturbed your peace. I hope you will forgive me."
After hearing his explanation, Yongyan's childish expression relaxed a little, his curiosity quietly dissipated, and he stopped investigating and turned around to continue walking in the direction of Tiandi Yijiachun.
Only after watching Yongyan's figure completely disappear around the corner did Jinzhong breathe a sigh of relief. He raised his hand to wipe the beads of sweat from his forehead. Only then did he realize that in the midst of the scorching summer heat, his back was already soaked with cold sweat, revealing a hint of chill.
Children have simple minds, but because of this, their senses are very sharp and they are the hardest to fool.
After returning to his residence, Jinzhong did not dare to slack off at all. While his clothes were soaked with sweat, he quickly found a set of clean clothes and put them on. He carefully checked his body from head to toe to make sure that there was no trace of any inappropriate fragrance left. Only then did he feel completely at ease and steadily returned to the palace to serve.
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In October, the autumn wind is bleak, the cicadas are chirping, and the red walls and yellow tiles of the Forbidden City are even more solemn in the cold wind.
As the emperor returned to the palace in a grand procession, the palace became busy and noisy again. Everyone was exhausted from the long journey and had just settled down in Yongshou Palace. Before they could rest, an uninvited guest came to their door in a hurry.
"Master, Concubine Yu is here."
Chunchan tiptoed in and reported in a very low voice.
Yan Wan sighed inwardly. As expected, Hai Lan couldn't hold back and rushed over anxiously.
After a bumpy ride, she felt a little tired and slowly rubbed her brows with her hand. She opened her red lips and said, "Let her come in."
Soon, Hailan entered the hall.
When the person came closer, Yan Wan raised her eyes and looked at him carefully. She suddenly felt that the person in front of her seemed to have been reborn and was a little different.
When their eyes met, Yan Wan saw the complicated look in her eyes, with hatred surging, helplessness settling, and more of a sense of scrutiny and sizing.
In Hai Lan's eyes, she was just a lowly person who was not worthy of being on the stage. Those cold and noble gazes would never fall on her easily.
But things are unpredictable, and things change over time, and the situation is completely reversed.
"Concubine Yu, why are you in such a hurry?"
Yanwan sat upright in the chair, her manners elegant, and she took a sip of tea slowly and leisurely.
It was the finest Longjing tea freshly brewed in the small kitchen. When hot water was poured into it, the leaves unfolded and the fragrance instantly spread out, slowly drifting between the two of them like an invisible veil.
Hailan seemed not to smell the tea fragrance, and walked straight to the front and stood still, her eyes as sharp as torches, locking directly on Yanwan. She opened her mouth and asked the question that had been buried deep in her heart for a long time, burning her day and night.
"What exactly happened on the imperial ship that year?"
Her tone was steady and her expression was calm, but the tightly clenched corners of her clothes revealed the turmoil in her heart. Right now, she only wanted the truth, one answer, simple and pure.
Seeing Yan Wan didn't say anything, Hai Lan took a deep breath, her eyes slightly red, and continued to ask.
"What kind of unbearable drama unfolded on the imperial ship during the Southern Tour? Why did my sister seem to have lost her soul, her will, and voluntarily seek death? So many shameful things have been hidden behind all these events over the years. Why did it happen?"
At the end of her words, her voice trembled slightly, and her heart and eyes were filled with confusion and unwillingness.
She had been thinking about it over and over again these days, going over the past countless times, but she was still confused and couldn't figure it out.
The only person he could ask and rely on now was the woman in front of him who had been at odds with him.
Hai Lan's heart and eyes are filled with only her sister Ruyi and the poor Yongqi who died young. She doesn't care about anything else. To her, the worldly troubles and wealth are not as important as the well-being of her loved ones.
Yan Wan tilted her head slightly, taking in Hai Lan's anxious yet forced calm look. A strange thought suddenly flashed through her mind, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously rose, her smile deepened, and a hint of cunning appeared on her face.
After a moment, she opened her red lips and uttered words lightly but with full confidence.
"When did you come back?"
Just a few words were like a heavy hammer, hitting Hailan's heart violently. She didn't know what was going on but felt inexplicably frightened.
Did she see it at a glance?
Yes, after Ruyi died, she fainted and when she woke up again, she was Hailan from her previous life.
She recalled this life and found that Wei Yanwan had taken two completely different paths from her previous life, but her fate overlapped with the previous life.
Whether it was my sister, Yongqi, or those children, they all ended up with the same fate as in their previous life.
She woke up too late, and when she woke up there was nothing left.
Hailan collapsed several times, and couldn't understand why God had to play such a trick on her. He let her come back, but also made her return to a time when she had nothing.
She had two lifetimes of supernatural powers, but she could do nothing.
Therefore, she decided to go all out and get to the bottom of it.
Past life and present life, exactly the same fate, why is all this happening?