Huancheng Deep

Kapitel 43

"Qingqing, is something wrong so late?" Yu Zhou put down his pen and looked at Yu Qingqing with a puzzled expression, but Yu Qingqing pressed closer, pushing Yu Zhou to a point where he had nowhere to retreat. Pressed against Yu Zhou, she could faintly smell the pleasant fragrance emanating from him.

"Brother, don't speak, listen to me." Yu Qingqing covered Yu Zhou's lips with her finger and began to trace the shape of Yu Zhou's lips, gently and slowly.

Yu Zhou's face darkened, and he tried to break free from Yu Qingqing's grasp, but Yu Qingqing held his hand firmly and said in a low voice, "Brother, am I beautiful?"

“Qingqing is very beautiful.” Yu Zhou said, looking at Yu Qingqing’s face.

"Really? But why won't you even look at me, brother?" Yu Qingqing's watery eyes held a hidden joy, but then turned to a mournful tone. She gazed at Yu Zhou with infatuation. Yu Zhou, seeing Yu Qingqing's tender and affectionate appearance, finally understood what she wanted to do. Her pink lips gradually approached Yu Zhou's lips, and Yu Qingqing greedily closed her eyes, wanting to gently kiss Yu Zhou's lips, but Yu Zhou pushed her away.

"Yu Qingqing, do you know what you're doing?" Yu Zhou stared angrily at Yu Qingqing. She couldn't believe that this was her obedient and sensible younger sister. Now, she was alluring and seductive, a complete enchantress.

"I know, I know, I know everything. I've fallen in love with my brother. I love you... I love you..." Yu Qingqing cried out, clinging frantically to Yu Zhou. Tears streamed down her face, falling coldly onto her thin gauze dress.

Yu Zhou stared blankly at Yu Qingqing, completely stunned. She was already shocked when she heard Yu Qingqing shout "I love you!" She looked at Yu Qingqing in utter disbelief, and then everything became clear: those affectionate eyes were looking at her, that beautiful face was made up for her. Her sister had actually fallen in love with her.

Looking at the shocked Yu Zhou, Yu Qingqing removed her gauze robe, leaving only a bodice. Her snow-white skin glistened in the moonlight, and her beautiful, alluring face radiated an eerie glow. She gradually tightened her embrace around Yu Zhou, murmuring, "Zhou, just one night. I only want one night." Her slender white arms were already untying Yu Zhou's belt. Her jade-like legs wrapped around Yu Zhou's waist. She moved closer and closer to Yu Zhou's face.

Just as Yu Qingqing's lips drew near again, Yu Zhou jolted awake, slapping her hard across the face with all his might. Yu Qingqing stared in disbelief at the stunningly handsome young man before her. She covered her injured face, the stinging pain so vivid: "Impossible, impossible, brother!"

"It must be because of the water freezing, right? Zhou, you must love me." Yu Qingqing looked at Yu Zhou and pleaded.

"No, I don't love you," Yu Zhou coldly shattered Yu Qingqing's beautiful dream. Yu Qingqing looked at Yu Zhou dejectedly and said, "Then why don't you want me? What do I lack compared to her?"

"You're better than her in every way, except for one thing. Yu Zhou will never love you." Yu Zhou looked coldly at Yu Qingqing lying on the ground. Yu Zhou suddenly felt very selfish.

"I can disregard everything, just for tonight, after tonight I can..." Yu Qingqing pleaded finally. But Yu Zhou remained silent.

Yu Qingqing could no longer contain herself and roared in fury, "You... am I that despicable? Yu Zhou! I gave up my dignity as a girl just to beg you for one night. I offered myself to you and you still didn't want me. I can give up everything for you, but why is Shui Bingning the only one in your eyes? Don't I have a place in your heart?"

"Yes," Yu Zhou said coldly. He silently walked out of the room, leaving only Yu Qingqing behind.

After hearing this, Yu Qingqing chuckled lightly at first, then burst into maniacal laughter: "Good, very good! Yu Zhou, you will regret it, you will definitely regret it." Yu Qingqing sat on the ground with tears streaming down her face and her clothes disheveled, roaring furiously at Yu Zhou, but her last move did not awaken Yu Zhou to turn back again.

Bathed in moonlight, Yu Qingqing was filled with resentment and ruthlessness. She was no longer the innocent and romantic girl; she was a seductive enchantress. A beautiful smile played on her lips as she surveyed the night. She wanted revenge. She wanted Yu Zhou to taste the bitterness of regret. This was her only wish. She wanted him to pay the price for what he had done today. She would…

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I'm so tired from running today, so this is a bit short... Running~~~

[Dynasty Storms: Entering the Palace]

The sun shyly peeked out from the horizon, painting the sky with beautiful rosy clouds. The entire Prime Minister's residence was filled with joy. Their young lady was going to enter the palace today.

Yu Qingqing wore a wedding dress trimmed with gold thread, looking elegant and noble. Her phoenix crown was adorned with the national treasure of Gengyue Kingdom, the Dark Night Pearl. Even Princess Wuyueying had not received this item, yet it had fallen into the hands of Consort Yu.

Her appearance was even more beautiful and alluring than before, her captivating phoenix eyes were flirtatious and filled with boundless hatred, but she tried her best to hide it, putting on a submissive and dependent demeanor. She coldly watched Old Madam Ning.

"Qing'er, don't hate your grandmother. This is all for your own good," said Grandma Ning, looking at her granddaughter's beautiful face with a heavy heart. Today, Qingqing seemed somewhat unfamiliar to her, even frightening.

"Grandma, Qingqing understood long ago." Yu Qingqing smiled faintly, a hint of sarcasm in her expression. She gracefully stepped past Old Madam Ning and strode towards the door. Yes! She would make everyone understand. Especially her beloved brother. Regret…

Yu Qingqian looked at Yu Qingqing in silence, a sense of unease creeping into his heart. He couldn't understand his daughter now; perhaps he was just overthinking things. Su Rongrong hugged Yu Qingqing sadly, tears streaming down her face, and said sorrowfully, "Qingqing, don't be temperamental in the palace. Protect yourself well. Your mother doesn't want you to marry that emperor, but..." Su Rongrong glanced cautiously at Old Madam Ning.

“Daughter, if that emperor treats you badly, come back. Your mother will stand up for you,” Su Rongrong said with great spirit. “Rongrong is being presumptuous,” Yu Qingqian said unhappily.

"Daughter knows." She looked at Su Rongrong with tears in her eyes, but her gaze remained fixed outside. Why hasn't he come yet? Yu Qingqing frowned. Was he unwilling even to come for one last look?

Bingning said softly, "My husband said he's going to check on the farmland today and won't be coming."

“You’re so greedy! Your own sister’s wedding is such a momentous occasion, and you can’t even spare a moment. Qingqing, you must understand your brother; he’s the Prime Minister!” Old Madam Ning comforted her. Yu Qingqing’s eyes dimmed. She whispered, “Qingqing understands. I understand everything.” Tears streamed down her face; this was the last time.

Turning around, she stepped into the sedan chair without a trace of regret. All that could be heard was Su Rongrong's soft sobbing and the crackling of firecrackers. Yu Zhou, hiding in his study, looked at the mess of books and sighed softly. He knew without a doubt that Yu Qingqing had messed things up yesterday.

"My husband," Bingning said, came from the front hall and saw the messy study. She walked in in surprise.

Yu Zhou glanced at Bing Ning and asked, "Qing Qing... has she left?"

"He's gone, but you were clearly here, my husband. Why..." Bingning asked, puzzled. Qingqing loved Yuzhou the most, and Yuzhou also doted on this younger sister. So why would Yuzhou lie?

As Yu Zhou tidied up the study, he said, "Bing Ning, if you can, leave now." He looked at the petite Bing Ning with a serious expression, the bitterness in his eyes beyond his years.

Bingning looked at Yuzhou in a panic, tears welling up in her eyes: "Husband, don't you want Bingning anymore? Is it something wrong with me? I can change, I really can change." She tugged at Yuzhou's sleeve pitifully.

"Bingning, remember this: if you and I are both in danger, save yourself first, understand?" Yu Zhou said sternly. Her expression turned serious. This startled Bingning. She nodded meekly, and Yu Zhou snapped at her again.

"That's good!" Yu Zhou breathed a sigh of relief. Could they even continue down this path? Especially after yesterday's heartfelt confession. Yu Zhou was on the verge of a complete breakdown.

In the bustling city center of Gengyue Kingdom, a young nobleman stood out, exuding an extraordinary air, holding a finely crafted paper fan. He attracted the frequent glances of many young women, and even his servant was remarkably handsome. Who was this young master? It seemed the young man frequently teased the servant, making the servant blush like a monkey's bottom.

"Little bean, is it delicious?" Hua Qianmo asked the little bean with interest. Seeing the little bean's discomfiture reminded him so much of himself, that peerless handsome young man. A devilish impulse stirred within him, urging him to pinch the little bean's chubby cheeks.

"Young Master, Young Master hurts~!" the little boy cried out in pain, but Hua Qianmo looked delighted. His eyes were fixed on the magnificent mansion ahead. He blurted out involuntarily, "I'm here, baby."

The little boy stared blankly at the grinning young master. Hua Qianmo's handsome face was filled with excitement; a flood of longing washed over him. He could finally see his precious child.

But Yu Zhou, who was engrossed in his studies in the study, sneezed and touched his nose uncomfortably. A bad feeling crept in again.

[Dynasty Storms: Infiltrating]

"Lin Lie, why have I been so restless lately?" Yu Zhou looked up at Lin Lie standing beside him. Lin Lie's icy gaze met Yu Zhou's clear eyes, and his face flushed instantly. He turned away and said, "Young Master is too tired."

"Is that so?" Yu Zhou smiled as he looked at the pile of official documents on his desk. The bright smile stung his sharp eyes. It had been a long time since he had seen the young master laugh heartily. The young master's smile was breathtakingly beautiful, but it had also become so fragile, as if he could easily break it.

"Lin Lie, I don't think I've ever seen you smile." Yu Zhou tilted his head, looking at Lin Lie's icy expression. He asked curiously. Actually, Lin Lie, a cold and taciturn man, was Yu Zhou's favorite when he was a child. Because once a man like that falls in love, he would go through fire and water for her. The kind of love that would last until death.

"Young Master didn't tell me to laugh." Yu Zhou's face darkened upon hearing this; what kind of answer was that?

"Then I'll make you laugh now," Yu Zhou said mischievously to Lin Lie. Lin Lie's lips twitched as he forced a smile onto his handsome face, but his muscles were stiff, and his eyes were still filled with melancholy and a deep-seated hatred.