Jiang Yun’s tone was somber, but it was impossible to discern whether he was happy or angry.
Jiang Rongyin held his fingers, forcing herself to calm down.
If she appears too guilty, Jiang Yun will definitely notice.
However, before Jiang Rongyin could speak, Jiang Yun pulled his fingers out of her hand.
His fingertips, slightly cool to the touch, pressed against her lips.
His hands, which were wrapped around her waist, tightened considerably: “If Xiao Jiu is obedient, I will take you wherever you want to go.”
“Don’t let me down.”
Jiang Yun pressed his fingertips against Jiang Rongyin’s lips, rubbing them back and forth until they turned red.
When will Jiang Rongyin finally learn the meaning of “obedience”?
Jiang Yun’s eyes were deep and unfathomable. It didn’t matter; if she couldn’t learn it, he would teach her until she could.
Hearing his words, Jiang Rongyin’s heart turned completely cold.
His repeated tests were merely a warning to her of the consequences of betraying him.
Even knowing the consequences, Jiang Rongyin was unwilling to give up.
The archery banquet was her only chance to leave.
She cannot give up.
“After the archery banquet, may Your Highness take me out?”
Jiang Rongyin turned around and looked up to meet Jiang Yun’s eyes.
The man didn’t speak, but instead grabbed her hand and pulled her downwards, causing Jiang Rongyin’s face to flush instantly.
“Little Jiu, I taught you that you have to fight for what you want.”
The woman tightened her grip slightly, and Jiang Yun let out a muffled groan.
He was not a person who indulged in desires, but he gave all his desires to Jiang Rongyin.
Someone he should have hated.
Jiang Rongyin pursed her lips and closed her eyes.
Forget it, just consider it a way of comforting him, so he won’t keep bringing this up.
Jiang Yun lowered his head and bit her neck.
“No, people will notice.”
She tried to raise her hand to stop him, but Jiang Yun held her hand down and just bit it lightly.
Heavy breaths sprayed in front of her, and Jiang Rongyin took a breath.
Is Jiang Yun born in the Year of the Dog?
Why does it bite everywhere?
What are you cursing me in your heart again?
His voice sounded a little strange, and Jiang Rongyin’s hands were already sore from holding it in.
But he deliberately used one hand to prevent her from letting go even a little.
“Your Highness has such boundless energy.”
Jiang Rongyin said through gritted teeth.
After all, only Jiang Yun would stay up most of the night to interrogate her like this.
“You haven’t seen it before?”
“you……”
Jiang Yun’s words left Jiang Rongyin speechless.
After he finished speaking, he lowered his head again.
He nibbled and savored the food slowly, as if he were drinking wine, which angered Jiang Rongyin so much that she bit his shoulder.
“You won’t let me touch you, and you won’t let me bite you. Your temper is getting worse and worse.”
Jiang Yun lowered his eyes, his Adam’s apple bobbing slightly, and he teased her with a voice heavy with desire.
It’s unclear how much time passed before he finally let go of Jiang Rongyin’s hand.
He was spoiling her; her leg was injured, not anywhere else.
After tossing and turning for most of the night, Jiang Yun wiped her fingers clean before holding her and falling asleep.
But Jiang Rongyin was not sleepy at all.
The next morning, when Jiang Rongyin opened her eyes, Jiang Yun was getting dressed.
Wearing brocade robes and jade garments, he inexplicably exuded an air of nobility.
Jiang Yun is like the frigid snow of a cold mountain, and no one can ever touch her bottom.
It is unfathomable and absolutely off-limits.
“Come to the Eastern Palace tonight.”
Sensing the gaze behind her, Jiang Yun straightened her clothes and said something.
Jiang Rongyin frowned. Her leg was injured, so why was he still thinking about those things?
“But my legs…”
“What, do you need your legs to look at the blueprints for a house?”
Jiang Yun glanced sideways at Jiang Rongyin: “Or does Xiao Jiu have other ideas?”
Jiang Rongyin hugged the quilt, her ear tips turning much redder: “The mansion?”
“Yes, this is the residence you will live in from now on.”
After saying this, Jiang Yun left Guanghua Hall.
Jiang Rongyin parted her lips slightly and gave a bitter smile.
Even the canary chooses its own cage.
Shouldn’t she thank Jiang Yun for his generosity?
…
After the morning court session ended, Aunt Zhong waited for Jiang Yun at the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
“Your Highness, this servant greets you. The portrait of the Crown Princess has been sent to the palace, and Her Highness requests that you come and see it.”
Hearing Aunt Zhong’s words, Jiang Yun nodded and walked towards Kunning Palace.
When they arrived, Consort Wan was sitting there talking to Empress Wei.
Upon seeing Jiang Yun, she stood up and bowed.
“Cheng Yun has arrived! Come and see, this was just sent by the Ministry of Rites.”
Not far away, there were seven or eight portraits of beautiful women, each with its own unique charm.
Jiang Yun sat down and asked, “Which one does Mother favor?”
“Isn’t it you who’s choosing the concubines? Why are you asking the Empress Dowager?”
Despite this, Empress Wei’s smile deepened, and she pointed to a painting not far away.
“Wei Ruoyu, your uncle’s youngest daughter, should call you cousin.”
Aunt Zhong stepped forward, took the portrait, and brought it over.
The young woman was charming and the same age as Jiang Rongyin.
Jiang Yun glanced at it and said leisurely, “If I remember correctly, she beat up Miss Li at Xuezhi Hall a few days ago, apparently because she was wearing the same hairpin as her.”
Empress Wei felt somewhat embarrassed upon hearing Jiang Yun’s words, but Jiang Yun was telling the truth.
“That’s true, being too spoiled is really not suitable.”
“And this one? Sheng Yunwan, the daughter of the Grand Tutor, is dignified, elegant, and well-educated.”
Empress Wei then pointed to another portrait, which Aunt Zhong went over and took down.
Jiang Yun looked at the woman in the portrait who smiled gently and harmlessly.
“It’s acceptable.”
Upon hearing this, Empress Wei continued, “The Sheng family has a clean and upright family tradition, with generations of officials holding high positions. Many of the students of the Grand Tutor’s Academy are serving as officials in the court, which will be of great help to you.”
“Her brother is still a teacher at the Academy.”
“However, since they are crown princesses, let’s select a few more and take a look.”
Empress Wei looked at Sheng Yunwan’s portrait and nodded in satisfaction.
“Mother, please make the decision. I am not one to cause trouble.”
“I still have some state affairs to attend to at the Crown Prince’s Palace, so I will return now.”
Jiang Yun stood up, and Empress Wei wanted to speak to him to stay, but he had already gone far away.
“This child.”
Empress Wei looked somewhat helpless, but Consort Wan smiled and said, “Your Highness’s diligence in state affairs is a blessing for the Great Yong Dynasty.”
Upon hearing Consort Wan’s words, Empress Wei nodded: “It’s alright, he will see the Crown Prince when he enters the palace anyway.”
“Bring me the portrait, I’ll take another look.”
The Ministry of Rites has already sent the materials once after screening the family background and appearance.
Those that remain are the most outstanding.
Empress Wei looked at Wei Ruoyu’s portrait with a hint of regret.
They had hoped that the Wei family could produce another empress, but unfortunately, Ruoyu’s personality made it difficult for her to fulfill the duties of the crown princess.
Jiang Rongyin inquired about many places at the Xuezhi Hall.
She already had a destination in mind, but she needed to ask more questions.
“Mr. Sheng.”
“I have met Mr. Sheng.”
Just as I was thinking about these things, I heard greetings coming from outside.
Jiang Rongyin was sitting by the window when she turned her head and saw Sheng Huai’an.
I almost forgot, I had a class taught by Sheng Huai’an today.
Sheng Huai’an was the son of the Grand Tutor. He was well-read and had a proper and upright character.
A gentleman who is elegant, refined, gentle, and courteous is naturally very popular in this academy.
However, Jiang Rongyin felt that Sheng Huai’an was a bit rigid, insisting on rules in everything, which was quite boring.
It is said that Sheng Huai’an’s younger sister, Sheng Yunwan, is also among Jiang Yun’s consorts.
I just wonder if she has the same personality as Sheng Huai’an…
“Does the Ninth Princess find my classes boring?”
The ruler struck Jiang Rongyin’s desk, bringing her back to her senses.
Before she knew it, Sheng Huai’an had already walked up to her side.
“gentlemen……”
Sheng Huai’an’s eyes flashed with displeasure: “After school, stay here to finish your studies before you leave.”
Hearing this, Jiang Rongyin felt a surge of joy.
If I stay at Xuezhi Hall, will I not have to go to the East Palace?