Song Qingshu's heart flared at her words. Having just completed a cycle of Circulating Qi, he no longer needed to deliberately maintain his calm. He smiled. "Princess Consort, you truly are considerate. I shall apologize to you at once."
Haemish let out a cry, then giggled. Her snow-white arms lightly circled his neck, and her eyes were so seductive they seemed ready to drip with moisture.
Ordinarily, Song Qingshu would not use Blissful Zen Qi on his lovers. But this dangerous woman before him could hardly be called a lover; temporary strategic ally was a more fitting description. There was no need to cherish her.
Moreover, the foundation of their alliance was still somewhat fragile, so he had no choice but to employ a few methods.
Though Haemish usually carried herself with alluring glances and seductive grace, she was in truth no different from a blank sheet of paper. How could she ever have encountered such a scene? Before long, she was completely overwhelmed...
No one knew how much time had passed. Haemish lay on her side beside him, propping up her forehead with one hand as she lightly brushed Song Qingshu's face with her hair. "Do you usually torment Princess Shaomin like this too?"
Song Qingshu laughed. "Are you trying to use this chance to pry into our relationship?"
"Tell me already~" Haemish actually spoke in a coquettish tone, startling even herself. She had used plenty of tactics in the past, but she had never pretended to be sweet and innocent.
"Put yourself in my place. You would not want me talking about you while I was with someone else either." Song Qingshu remained unmoved.
Haemish pouted. "I would not mind if you did."
"Really?" Song Qingshu looked at her with a faint smile. Her face still bore the