On a dark and windy night, murder and arson are most likely to occur.
No, it was during the act of creating humans and indulging in lust.
Three days ago, Qu Nian finally got his wish and consummated their marriage!
He wanted nothing more than to announce it to the world and set off fireworks and firecrackers for three days and three nights.
However, this joy is difficult to express to outsiders.
But I'm really happy!
The only downside was that Ren Yingying said it was too painful and tiring, and she couldn't let him have his way for the next two days.
For a man who has just tasted meat, asking him to go back to a vegetarian diet is truly agonizing.
Qu Nian coaxed and pleaded with Ren Yingying until she finally agreed to let him be close to her that night.
Qu Nian complained of being hungry before it even got dark and asked someone to bring him food. After eating, he took a bath, crawled into bed, and kept saying that he was going to warm the bed for Ren Yingying.
The Dog Meat covered its eyes with its front paws.
It's unbearable to look at!
Ren Yingying, however, dawdled slowly, washing and wringing her hair, refusing to go to bed, which made Qu Nian so anxious that he wanted to spin around on the bed.
Ren Yingying!
What are you doing?
"You!"
"Wait!" Ren Yingying rolled her eyes and slowly walked over, untying the belt of her bathrobe as she did so.
This bathrobe was made for her by Yuanyang at her request.
The red gauze was see-through, creating a hazy and alluring effect under the lamplight.
Qu Nian's Adam's apple bobbed, and he reached out to pull her hand impatiently.
Ren Yingying leaned against him...
After a sweet nothings exchanged, just as Qu Nian was about to "show his skills," he suddenly heard a very faint rustling sound outside.
Although Qu Nian was momentarily deflated when facing Ren Yingying, he was, after all, a young general who had achieved fame at a young age and struck fear into the hearts of his enemies.
"Who!" He deftly pulled the blanket over Ren Yingying, patted the edge of the bed, and jumped up.
"Clothes!" Ren Yingying called out.
Don't let anyone see it.
"Dog Meat?" Ren Yingying suddenly felt something was off.
Why is the Dog Meat lying there, completely still?
It ignores people when they come?
The Dog Meat wagged its tail to indicate that it had heard, but remained lying still as Mount Tai.
Ren Yingying: "... Dog Meat, is he someone we know?"
The Dog Meat barked twice.
From its tone, Ren Yingying knew it was a yes, and that it must be a friend.
Who is it?
This made her feel a little more at ease.
What are you doing here?!
Ren Yingying heard Qu Nian's exasperated voice.
Could it be the Prince of Jin?
The only person Qu Nian had ever bothered him this much was Prince of Jin.
The Prince of Jin was simply the biggest obstacle on Qu Nian's path to getting rich.
But this time, it wasn't.
It was the Prince of Jin's son who arrived.
When Ren Yingying came out after getting dressed, she asked, "Linlin, what brings you here? Is something wrong?"
My best friend's son—basically, he's my own son!
"Go inside and put your clothes on!" She glared at Qu Nian.
The man had a robe wrapped around his waist, was shirtless and bare-legged, and looked like a fierce man on the street who could break a large stone on his chest.
Qu Nian glared at him coldly. "Sneaking around in the middle of the night, nothing good can come of it. Let's go, let's get out of here!"
He didn't want to hear it.
Ren Yingying cleared her throat.
Qu Nian glared fiercely at Linlin, then turned and went into the house.
Linlin said coldly, "This matter is of great importance and cannot be disclosed, so I can only disturb my aunt and uncle late at night."
"Don't be so polite, child." Ren Yingying patted his head. "If there's anything, just tell your aunt, and I'll take care of it for you!"
"Aunt, I'd like to borrow something."
"Don't say 'borrow,' it's yours. Come on, it's cold outside, come inside and talk."
She lived in the west side room and took Linlin to the east side room to talk.
Fortunately, the underfloor heating had been turned on early in the morning, making the house warm and cozy.
While Ren Yingying was pouring Linlin a cup of hot tea, Qu Nian had already dressed and come over.
He really did commit a grave taboo with that Yuwen guy!
Qu Nian sat down in the chair, crossed her legs, and said irritably, "What are you doing!"
Linlin stood up and said, "I'd like to ask my uncle to borrow the Tiger and Leopard Battalion."
Qu Nian's eyes widened. "Say that again!"
You little brat, you're so arrogant! Why don't you just fly to the moon?!
He can just casually ask to borrow the strength of his trusted elites, how can he be so powerful!
Even your dad wouldn't dare be this arrogant with me!
It's truly a case of the new generation surpassing the old, each wave stronger than the last.
That's absolutely shameless.
Ren Yingying glared at him. "You've really grown up, why are you scaring the child! Linlin, tell your aunt first, what do you need the Tiger and Leopard Battalion for?"
Lin Lin said Linlin, "Palace coup."
Qu Nian: "..."
Holy crap!
You little brat, you always say something outrageous, who did you take after?!
He was lucky he hadn't had a chance to drink his tea yet, otherwise he would have choked to death on that saliva.
Palace coup!
How come he talks about it as easily as eating, drinking, or having sex!
Oh no, getting into bed isn't easy.
Qu Nian crossed his arms and sneered, "You used my men in the palace coup, and if it fails, I'll take the blame. You've certainly got a good plan."
"No," Linlin said, "I merely borrowed men from the Tiger and Leopard Battalion to surround the Prince's residence."
Which princely residence?
"Prince of Jin's Residence."
Qu Nian narrowed his eyes.
What's that brat up to?
"Your palace coup isn't just about pulling your father down so you can become a prince yourself, is it?" Ren Yingying said. "How Linlin! You've got guts!"
Qu Nian: "Yingying, say less."
If that's the case, he'll twist his head off.
He had a vague idea of what was going on, and now he was just waiting for confirmation.
"I stole my father's seal," Lin Lin said Linlin, "And deployed my father's men to launch a palace coup. No one will suspect anything."
After all, the Emperor's unfair treatment of Prince of Jin was as obvious as a louse on a monk's head.
"... But they might not be able to surround the Prince's residence and prevent its inhabitants from leaving, thus putting themselves in a confrontation with Father."
The Tiger and Leopard Battalion is acceptable.
They were Qu Nian's most trusted and loyal confidants, and obeyed his orders without question.
"What good would it do me to do that?" Qu Nian sneered.
"There are no benefits, only risks," Linlin said.
"So you think I'm stupid?"
"Uncle, we're relatives, so it's naturally different."
This is a way of giving face and a way to save face.
The truth is, the two princely mansions were already in cahoots; neither could escape.
Ren Yingying said, "Qu Nian, why don't you... think about it?"
The child is very thoughtful.
And it's a rebellion! This is something we've been waiting for so long!
We need to make Tangbao the empress quickly, so she can act with impunity.
Qu Nian glared at her. "If this is exposed, your entire family will be executed!"
Ren Yingying: "How about I knock you out and steal your seal? Then you can clear your name."
"Bullshit! Aren't you the Crown Prince's consort? Does your entire family have no relation to me?"
"Then you'll be buried with me!" Ren Yingying declared domineeringly. "Hurry up and hand it over. Don't make things difficult for the child."
How can this person be such a show-off!
They were clearly ready to lend people, but they still put on airs.
Hypocritical!