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ForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi stepped forward, reaching out to wave his fingers in front of Awu’s eyes.
EmojisForTestingPurposeTo Awu, this man had once been a fleeting lover, someone she could rely on when he could protect her, and part ways with when he couldn’t.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBack then, she had no reservations she could act coy, throw tantrums, and even employ small tricks.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut now, this was the Emperor of Great Hui, the father of the Crown Prince.
EmojisForTestingPurposeFaced with such a person, all her tricks vanished into thin air.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe could only stare at him, dumbfounded.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi grew more puzzled.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe leaned down, his face coming close to hers, their eyes locking.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu had been staring blankly, but suddenly, that handsome, majestic face loomed large before her.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis wise yet cold eyes were right there, and her heart skipped a beat. Instinctively, she wanted to pull away.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut Emperor Jingxi’s wrist turned, and he firmly grasped her hand.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe raised an eyebrow.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“What’s wrong with you?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeClearly, he had noticed her unease.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe grip on her wrist was steady yet powerful.
EmojisForTestingPurposeRemembering his identity, Awu felt fear.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThis was the hand that wielded the imperial brush, commanding the world.
EmojisForTestingPurposeA single glance from him could decide her life or death.
EmojisForTestingPurposeDuring her escape from her hometown, she had seen the grand procession of imperial envoys, knowing they were carrying out his decrees.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAlong the way, she had also seen the porridge distributed by the government—a gift from the Emperor.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe had pushed through the crowd, barely managing to get a bowl, only to nearly have it snatched away.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe had experienced hardship and drifted from one man to another.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBy the grace of heaven, she now stood before him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe had no idea how to respond, how to face this man who held the power of the world in his hands.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe knew full well that whether it was disaster relief or distributing porridge, these were just one of countless decrees issued from his study.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe probably didn’t even remember them.
EmojisForTestingPurposeTo her, these were monumental, but to him, they were trivial matters.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAs for taking her life, it would be easier than crushing an ant-just a single glance would suffice.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAt this moment, Awu’s thoughts became unusually clear.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe knew she had to hold herself together, to deceive him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBiting her lip, she feigned a trembling voice.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, you… you scared me…”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi grew even more puzzled, feeling that she was acting particularly strange today.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu seized the opportunity and deliberately said,
EmojisForTestingPurpose“I was just looking at the gold, and you suddenly appeared, startling me.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe clutched her chest.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“My heart jumped so hard, I could barely breathe!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi:
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Did I scare you? Are you really that timid?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu nodded vigorously.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi chuckled.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Perhaps you’re just worried I’ll take your gold?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu’s face turned red.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Can’t you be a little more tactful? At least save me some face!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi laughed softly.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu: “You’re laughing at me! Don’t laugh! I’m ignoring you now!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeWith that, she turned away, finally no longer having to face him, no longer having to look at that imperial visage.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi hadn’t expected this young girl to be so delicate.
EmojisForTestingPurposeNo one dared to throw tantrums or show displeasure toward him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis children were carefully taught to observe propriety and etiquette in his presence.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAs the ruler, he was first and foremost the Emperor, and only then a father.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut at this moment, he wasn’t angry.
EmojisForTestingPurposeInstead, he found it amusing and patiently stepped forward.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Are you upset?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu, with her back to him, finally managed to catch her breath.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBefore, she hadn’t known his true identity.
EmojisForTestingPurposeNow that she did, she felt the weight of his imperial authority pressing down on her, making her uncomfortable.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe needed to take advantage of this brief respite to figure out how to handle the situation.
EmojisForTestingPurposeJust then, Emperor Jingxi stepped closer, placing a large hand on her slender shoulder.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Why are you so touchy?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAs he spoke, he leaned down, his breath warm against her ear.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu, held from behind, felt her back press against his firm, warm chest.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe faint scent of ambergris filled her nostrils, a refreshing and intoxicating aroma.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe bit her lip.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“You said I’m greedy for money, and you didn’t even save me any face!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeHer voice was coquettish, like a little girl throwing a tantrum.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi glanced down.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe fair-skinned young woman hung her slender neck, biting her pink lips.
EmojisForTestingPurposeFaced with such a girl, even the hardest heart would soften, becoming unusually patient.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe needed to be coaxed, cradled in the palm of his hand.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAnd he, for his part, needed someone to spoil, to indulge, to watch her cry and laugh.
EmojisForTestingPurposeNot because she needed it, but because he did.
EmojisForTestingPurposeSo he conceded, surrendering.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“It’s my fault. I scared you, and I shouldn’t have said those things to upset you.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeHuh?
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu was stunned.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe hadn’t expected Emperor Jingxi to speak to her like this, so gentle and comforting.
EmojisForTestingPurposeWas this really the cold, aloof Emperor?
EmojisForTestingPurposeIt didn’t feel like him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi turned her body around, letting her head rest against his chest.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis long, strong hand caressed her slender back, pressing gently along her spine, then moving to her slim waist, holding her close to his body.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe held her tightly, whispering in her ear,
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Don’t be mad at me.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe man in his thirties had a deep, resonant voice, as smooth as aged wine.
EmojisForTestingPurposePressed so closely against him, Awu could feel his firm chest through the fabric, burning like a hot iron.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHer anxious heart trembled.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe leaned softly against his chest, filled with fear and an inexplicable anticipation.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe knew this was the pinnacle of men.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAny woman in the world would be mesmerized and infatuated to be held like this by him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeExcitement, fear, anticipation, and disbelief collided in her chest, making her body go limp, like a vine clinging to this man.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe felt the luxurious scent of ambergris on him and trembled.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, you’re bullying me. You have to make it up to me.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi held her even tighter. “How should I make it up to you?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu’s slender shoulders quivered.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, you have to hold me, embrace me…”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi lowered his thin eyelids, looking at her as she acted coy.
EmojisForTestingPurposeTo be honest, she was being a bit melodramatic.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut… he was willing to play along.
EmojisForTestingPurposeA young girl being a bit delicate seemed fine.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAfter all, she was still young.
EmojisForTestingPurposeSo he whispered in her ear,
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Alright, I’ll hold you, embrace you.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu: “And you have to be good to me!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi: “Yes, I’ll be good to you.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu pressed further:
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Hold me while I sleep tonight! Stay with me!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe silently held her, his large hand gently stroking her soft hair.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe had been Emperor for eighteen years, and the rules of the imperial court were almost etched into his heart.
EmojisForTestingPurposeIn the past, when he spent the night with a concubine, he would first issue a token, summoning the chosen concubine to his chambers.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThen, the eunuchs of the Imperial Household Department and the female officials responsible for palace records would meticulously document the time and frequency in the “Imperial Records” and the “Inner Court Chronicles.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe complexity of these rituals and procedures was something Awu, as an outsider, could never imagine.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe would never share a bed with any woman, not even the Empress.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe was a god on earth, confined to the throne by the palace regulations of Great Hui for over a century, looking down from above at the mortal world.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe and the Empress, and the other concubines, were separated by the distance of three kowtows.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu, seeing that he didn’t respond, looked at him with wide, blinking eyes, clearly confused.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi couldn’t say anything.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe simply bent his head and kissed her forehead, as a gesture of comfort.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu looked at the man before her.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis face was slightly stern, his expression overly serious, but the kiss was tender and lingering, yet also somewhat awkward.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe was doing something he was completely unaccustomed to, making her wonder if he had ever kissed anyone like this before.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe had silently refused her request, and she could guess why.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHer background was unclear, and it was impossible for her to spend the night with him.
EmojisForTestingPurposeProbably, as an Emperor, he was wary of someone strangling him in his sleep.
EmojisForTestingPurposeSo she didn’t dare push too far.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAfter all, serving the Emperor was like taming a tiger.
EmojisForTestingPurposeIf he truly got angry, what then?
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe decided to retreat slightly.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, there’s one more thing you must promise me, or I’ll get angry.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi: “What is it?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu’s eyes sparkled with anticipation.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Everything you sent me today is mine now!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi: “It was always meant for you.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu: “Really? You won’t take it back in a fit of anger a few days from now, will you?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi smiled. “Am I that kind of person?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu gave him a suspicious look.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“What if you change your mind and decide to kill me, then take the jade back?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi sighed.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Do you read too many novels?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu: “Huh?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi ruffled her hair.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Reading too many novels makes your imagination run wild.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis hand was warm and large, and Awu playfully rubbed her head against his palm.
EmojisForTestingPurposeIf not for all her worries, she would have felt as comfortable as a cat lounging by a warm stove.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe looked up.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, promise me quickly, or I’ll get mad! I’ll ignore you!”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi lowered his gaze, seeing the mischievous glint in her dark, sparkling eyes.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe smiled gently. “Alright, I promise.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu deliberately asked, “Promise me what?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi: “I won’t take your life, and I won’t take your jade.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu: “You’d better remember what you said.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe felt slightly relieved.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe thought the Emperor’s word was unbreakable.
EmojisForTestingPurposeSince he had said it, he would keep his promise, at least not kill her, right?
EmojisForTestingPurposeOf course, if he really wanted to kill her, there was nothing she could do.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi smiled. “I never joke. I always keep my word.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu felt reassured, her heart at ease.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut her mind was still a mess.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe needed to figure out what to do next.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe should leave soon.
EmojisForTestingPurposeSo she leaned softly against Emperor Jingxi and said,
EmojisForTestingPurpose“Third Brother, it’s raining. The night is cold, and of course, I’d like you to stay with me. But I
EmojisForTestingPurposeknow you’re busy with official duties, so…”
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe looked up at him with big, wet eyes, her expression gentle and considerate.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut the meaning was clear: Third Brother, please leave.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi indeed needed to go, but hearing her words, he felt both displeased and reluctant.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe glanced at the drizzling autumn rain outside and said,
EmojisForTestingPurpose“I can stay with you for half an hour.”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu sensed the tone of favor in his voice.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe thought, only an Emperor could be so naturally condescending.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe hadn’t noticed it before, but now she realized her oversight.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe tilted her head and gave him a sweet smile.
EmojisForTestingPurposeEmperor Jingxi stared at her intently.
EmojisForTestingPurposeIn the misty autumn rain, he saw flowers blooming.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe wind stopped, the rain ceased, and the room fell into a deep silence, filled only with their breathing.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe gazed at her without a word. “Hmm?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu looked up at him with moist eyes, her voice soft and lingering.
EmojisForTestingPurpose“With Third Brother’s strength, is half an hour enough?”
EmojisForTestingPurposeHalf an hour was indeed not enough.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAfter Awu’s words, Emperor Jingxi looked at her deeply for a long time.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThen, without a word, he acted.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe did it quietly, but Awu deliberately moaned loudly, sensually and provocatively.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe hadn’t known before, but now she did this was the Emperor.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe had been bedded by the Emperor.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe was the father of the man she had once served.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThis was already a shocking and scandalous affair, giving Awu a secret and shameful sense of pride, making her blood boil.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut now, he was still the ruler of the nation.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe owned the world, with countless women vying for his favor, and countless officials hoping for his approval.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHe was a god on earth, where his divine light touched, all must bow in worship.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut now, she had used her body like water to make this holy man fall for her.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe deliberately teased him, feeling his seemingly calm but increasingly wild and forceful movements.
EmojisForTestingPurposeFinally, he suddenly stood up, grabbed her, and flipped her over.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu’s delicate and graceful body was easily controlled by the man.
EmojisForTestingPurposeUnder his strength, she fell forward, only to be caught by his strong arms just before she hit the ground.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu let out fragmented moans.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe knelt there, her long neck forced forward like a swan on water, her arms pulled back and held by the man.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHer slim, full body was pushed forward with each thrust from behind.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHer soft, heavy fullness trembled and shook with each movement.
EmojisForTestingPurposeAwu helplessly looked up, her eyes filled with tears.
EmojisForTestingPurposeBut in this torment of being neither here nor there, a strange pleasure arose in her heart.
EmojisForTestingPurposeThe man behind her was giving his all, each thrust stronger and more vigorous than the last.
EmojisForTestingPurposeHis breathing grew ragged, and his eyes burned with desire.
EmojisForTestingPurposeIn that moment of overwhelming, wild passion, Awu thought with a sense of revenge, he’s just a man after all.
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe had made his son obsessed and crazed for her, and now she had him kneeling before her!
EmojisForTestingPurposeShe would be a femme fatale, bewitching the Emperor!
EmojisForTestingPurposeAs long as he didn’t kill her, she would make him obsessed and mad for her!