[Fantasy] The Captive Concubine's Tale (Complete) - Chapter 21

Chapter 163, Deep Affection Between Mandarin Ducks Playing in the Water (Part 1)

The days passed uneventfully, one after another. Three months had passed, and Mingruo's belly had swelled as if inflated. She was already slender, but with her growing belly, she appeared even more petite and adorable. Emperor Xuli was increasingly reluctant to be separated from her, holding her in his arms like a fragile porcelain doll all day long. He even needed her to sit beside him during court sessions to feel at ease.

At night, when going to bed, Mingruo would take off her clothes and look at herself in the mirror. It was early summer, and the weather was gradually getting hotter. Fortunately, the dragon bed was warm in winter and cool in summer, so it wasn't too uncomfortable. However, sometimes Mingruo's belly would be restless, kicking and kicking at her. Occasionally, the kicks would be stronger, causing her excruciating pain. Emperor Xuli could do nothing about it, feeling both heartache and anger, wishing he could just pull out the baby in her belly and give it a good spanking.

"Silly girl, what are you looking at?" Xu Lidi placed Mingruo's outer garment into the designated basket, searching for clothes for her to change into later. He teased her, looking at her silly reflection in the mirror as she touched her belly, "Do you think you can see a flower if you stare too long?"

Mingruo pouted at Xu Lidi in the mirror, still touching her belly. Spoiled by him for so long, she had developed some of the typical girlish charm and mannerisms, like pouting and chuckles. She was already an eighteen-year-old young woman, soon to be a mother, but these adorable gestures still made her incredibly charming, enough to steal Xu Lidi's heart. "I can't see a flower, but… I want to know if it's a boy or a girl inside."

"Whether it's a boy or a girl, it's our child anyway." Xu Lidi rarely spoke such sentimental words. He took out the clothes she needed to change into, draped them over the screen, and then went to take Mingruo's hand. His steps were careful and slow, afraid she might stumble. "Walk slowly."

It wasn't that he was being overly cautious; Mingruo's belly was so large that it made her already petite frame appear even smaller. From Mingruo's perspective, if she stood upright, she wouldn't be able to see her feet, let alone her belly button.

Helping her sit in the warm pool, Xu Li Di first made sure she wouldn't lose her balance before reaching to untie the ties of her bodice behind her neck. Mingruo obediently lowered her head to make it easier for him, then eagerly slid into the water. Having spent the entire day following Xu Li Di around, and being pregnant, her delicate, fair skin was completely useless; she was drenched in sweat, her thin palace dress completely soaked. His large hand submerged in the water to remove her undergarments, and Xu Li Di quickly undressed and entered the water himself. He first gently rubbed Mingruo's arm, using light pressure, which tickled Mingruo, causing her to giggle softly. After five months of pregnancy, her temper

changed. She no longer threw tantrums or made things difficult for him like she had at the beginning. Instead, she became like a child, obedient, affectionate, and always smiling. Seeing her smile, Emperor Xu Li's mood inexplicably brightened. He splashed water on Ming Ruo, watching her snuggle into his arms, thinking he wouldn't be able to misbehave anymore. But instead, he grabbed her waist and pulled her into the water. Ming Ruo was startled, then realized he was just teasing her. "Father... I heard Eunuch An say that a pointed belly and a craving for sour foods means it's a boy, and a round belly and a craving for spicy foods means it's a girl. Is that true?"

"Hmm... well, I don't know." He stroked her soft little head, feeling his heart melt at her smile. "Does Ruo'er believe it?"

Ming Ruo hesitated for a moment, but ultimately believed Eunuch An, who had spent his entire life in the palace. He had served two emperors and seen countless princes and princesses; he couldn't be wrong. So she nodded to Emperor Xu Li: "Ruo'er believes it."

Emperor Xu Li chuckled and touched her large belly: "Then will this baby be a boy?" Her belly was pointed, and the little one, who used to dislike spicy food, had suddenly changed. Not only did she have a huge appetite, but she also preferred all kinds of spicy food, while she didn't care much for her previous favorite fruits and candied fruits. "That's right, it should be a boy. Otherwise, how could the first few months have made my Ruo'er so miserable?" She vomited everything she ate, almost vomiting blood. If it were a girl, she would surely be incredibly caring, unlike a boy who is so ignorant and doesn't even know how to cherish his mother.

"Father..." Quietly stroking her belly, Mingruo nestled into Emperor Xuli's naked chest with a hint of sorrow. Both were covered in water droplets, yet their close embrace remained harmonious and tender. "You say... Ruo'er really won't give birth to a strange child?"

He knew, of course, what she meant by "strange," though he had never truly cared. Initially, he only wanted to use the child to restrain her always-wanting-to-escape steps, but later, realizing the child would severely harm her body, he abandoned the idea. Who knew that fate would be so cruel, so fond of playing tricks? When he didn't want the child, this girl was so adamant in opposing his abortion. Now the child was about to be born, and whether it was a boy or a girl, or even born with intellectual disabilities, he didn't care.

It was his Ruo'er who gave birth to it, and that was enough. And for him, this one child was enough. Not for carrying on the family line, not for passing on the bloodline, but purely to leave proof that Mingruo belonged to him. Since he loved the child's mother, he naturally wouldn't lose his true feelings for the child.

"Is Ruo'er afraid of giving birth to a strange child?"

Mingruo first shook her head, then lowered her head, tears welling in her eyes. These days, she not only acted like a child, but even her temperament was like one; the slightest breeze could make her cry like a pear blossom in the rain. Emperor Xuli looked at her about to cry, feeling both amused and helpless, but without the slightest annoyance. It was unbelievable; he only felt sweetness, a sweetness that melted his heart. "Silly girl, why are you crying? Whether this child is good or bad, he is a piece of flesh from our bodies, born with our blood and bones. As long as we love and cherish him, that's enough."

"But, but—" Mingruo bit her lower lip sharply. "The court officials will not accept..." They will not accept a prince with a defect, much less accept Emperor Xuli placing this prince with a fatal flaw on the throne.

Emperor Xuli smiled, "Who cares whether they accept it or not? This is our child, it has nothing to do with outsiders. Besides... even if they don't accept it, they'd better have the guts."

Mingruo was stunned by the gentle yet unshakable confidence and determination in his words. She slowly raised her eyes to look into Emperor Xuli's eyes. He smiled at her, a gentle and affectionate smile that only she could see. It was truly strange. Throughout history, in which dynasty or emperor did not there not be a few loyal ministers willing to die for their country? Yet, this was not the case with Emperor Xuli. Not to mention dying for his country, not a single official in the entire court dared to contradict him. Even the brave and upright Duanmu Yun never went against any of Emperor Xuli's decisions.

"Father!"

Holding Mingruo, who suddenly threw herself into his arms and rubbed against him, Emperor Xuli smiled helplessly. He released her arm and instead took her other arm. Mingruo obediently helped him wash, but when he reached her breasts, Emperor Xuli became extra careful. Her body was delicate, and her breasts were growing due to pregnancy; even the slightest touch would cause her pain. He had to be incredibly gentle while washing her.

Mingruo yawned and leaned against Emperor Xuli. It was best if she didn't have to exert any effort, but… why was he getting so indecent while washing her?

"Tired?" Emperor Xuli asked softly. Mingruo nodded and yawned again. He smiled: "You must be tired." Having spent the whole day with him, and without a midday nap, she was naturally sleepy. She was now carrying two people in one body, so she couldn't be the same as usual.

He gently lifted her delicate breasts into his palm. Despite her young age, she was blessed with naturally firm breasts that always stood upright, showing no signs of sagging or spreading. The flesh was firm yet soft, as tender as two water balloons. He slowly squeezed them, and Mingruo only hummed a few times in his arms, showing little reaction.

Since the lifting of the ban three months ago, he hadn't touched her for three months. Although the imperial physicians said her health had improved, he still dared not take the risk. Mingruo was simply not capable of withstanding the dangers of childbirth, and even the slightest indulgence could ruin his beloved. Sometimes, when he couldn't bear it any longer, he would let Mingruo relieve him with her hands or mouth; he couldn't even breastfeed her.

Just like now, looking at her delicate little face, he felt lust rising within him. Emperor Xuli breathed heavily, taking Mingruo's hand and placing it between his legs. Mingruo sensed the movement, opened one eye, saw him smiling at her, and felt her little hand touch the familiar hard object again. She relaxed, snuggling closer to Emperor Xuli, letting him do whatever he wanted with her hand.

But soon she couldn't fall asleep, because this time Emperor Xuli seemed to want more than just her hand. He pushed her towards the edge of the pool, letting her lie down on the non-slip blanket laid out there. Mingruo was gently pushed down, landing only on her back and neck, her chest just above the water's surface. A glistening droplet of water still clung to her nipple, falling with Emperor Xuli's burning gaze, rippled across the water's surface. "...Father?"

Emperor Xuli shushed her, and Mingruo obediently fell silent. Her hand remained underwater, guided by him to hold his penis, but Emperor Xuli leaned forward and took one of her soft, pink nipples into his mouth.

He had indeed been holding back for too long; it had been over half a month since he last let her help him release. Mingruo knew he couldn't hold back any longer, so she closed her eyes and shyly turned to the side, letting Emperor Xuli do as he pleased. He knew he wouldn't hurt the child or her.

Chapter 164, Deep Affection Between Playful Lovers (Part 2)

It was fortunate that a blanket was laid on the ground, and the weather was gradually warming up, otherwise Mingruo would have caught a chill. She leaned against the edge of the pool, her back against the rim, her head and shoulders resting on the blanket, her eyes closed, soft breaths escaping her pink lips.

Emperor Xu Li buried his face in her chest, kissing her earnestly and attentively, glancing at her every now and then to check if she was uncomfortable. Ming Ru lay there, dazed, surrounded by the gentle ripples of water, slowly becoming lost in the moment, forgetting everything.

Emperor Xu Li cupped one of her breasts, which had grown much larger, his expression filled with undeniable admiration. He kissed the snow-white flesh, a slight smile spreading across his lips: "Ruo'er, look, it's gotten so much bigger." Compared to the first time he touched her, it was a world of difference; he had nurtured it with his own caresses, he was largely responsible.

Hearing him call her name, Ming Ru opened her eyes, only to see Emperor Xu Li fondling her breasts. She blushed, her small hand rising from underwater to try and push him away, but Xu Lidi restrained her, pulling her back to his hard, thick penis, forcing her to stroke it up and down.

With Mingruo's movements, Xu Lidi began to emit soft moans, clear and cold, sounding like asceticism, yet incredibly beautiful, carrying an undeniable allure and bewitching charm. Mingruo blushed at Xu Lidi's moans, her fingertips stroking the tip of his penis, occasionally wiping away the clear fluid seeping from it. Her delicate fingertips, carrying equally gentle droplets of water, brushed against Xu Lidi's private parts. And since this was his beloved, it was easy for her to be aroused.

He moaned as he gently nibbled at her breasts. Sometimes, when Mingruo's actions became too intense, he would stop nibbling and instead rest his breath on her chest, his hot breath spraying onto her body, giving her an unbearable, strange sensation. Unable to grasp the massive shaft with one hand, Mingruo obediently used both hands to encircle the enormous thing that always drove her to the brink of ecstasy. Then, relying on the techniques taught to her by Emperor Xuli, she pleased him. Her small hands moved downwards, cupping a round, taut ball in her palms. Even with the buoyancy of the water, the ball remained heavy and hard. Mingruo's buttocks had been slapped red by it more than once during their lovemaking.

When she touched it, Emperor Xuli let out a muffled groan and went limp against her. Mingruo was startled, but then she saw the almost pleading look in his eyes as he looked at her. So, she steeled herself and began to gently knead the hard, warm ball. Her fingers rubbed against the thin skin, feeling as if something was wrapped inside.

Emperor Xu Li couldn't help but breathe heavily. He said nothing, letting Ming Ruo play with him beneath him. His large hand hooked around her waist, lifting her up slightly so his desire could rub against her crotch. Ming Ruo abruptly pulled her hand back, clutching her stomach, looking at Emperor Xu Li with wary eyes: "No..."

"No what?" he asked.

"No penetration..." After saying this, Ming Ruo felt her face burning. She hugged her stomach, her face full of caution. "Father, please don't..."

"I'm not going to penetrate, just rubbing against the outside." Emperor Xu Li explained softly, his large hand moving down, ignoring her weak resistance, he pried open her tightly closed legs, and his thick, hot penis slid in, just rubbing against Ming Ruo's sensitive clitoris. She let out a soft cry and instinctively pulled back. But Emperor Xu Li had already seen what she was going to do; her escape route was blocked, and Ming Ruo could only move forward.

She could feel Emperor Xuli's thick, long penis parting her legs, rubbing against her soft pubic hair, past her sensitive clitoris, then parting her tender labia, and brushing past her mysterious, enchanting entrance. Emperor Xuli was also struggling to resist; how many men in the world could resist the urge to enter? Every time it brushed against the tip of her vulva, he could feel the intoxicating moisture emanating from it, the subtle, feminine aura driving any man wild, and he was no exception.

But in the end, he didn't penetrate her. Partly, Mingruo was afraid, and partly, he truly couldn't bear to. Her body was already unable to bear such a child; even now, the imperial physicians weren't sure if Mingruo could safely give birth. No matter how heartless he was, he couldn't gamble with her health.

Seeing Emperor Xuli sweating profusely as he continued to thrust and rub between her legs, Mingruo's heart softened instantly. What did she possess that made this unparalleled emperor do this for her? Since her pregnancy, Emperor Xuli had never set foot in the harem, nor had he lifted the nameplate of any of his concubines. Mingruo couldn't say whether she was moved or uneasy about this; she dared not even look at her own heart. Her small hand rose from the water, caressing Emperor Xuli's handsome face, gently wiping away the thin layer of sweat from his forehead. "Father...you're suffering, aren't you?" Still relying on her hands? How could that possibly bring pleasure? [Forum reputation guaranteed! High-grade silicone video, Fan Bingbing's lower body realistically molded, highly realistic vulva shape, soft and delicate skin! Built-in large protrusions, closely matching female physiological structure, providing a more realistic experience... rhythmic swallowing, irresistible! Click to enter]

Emperor Xuli didn't speak, only panting heavily as he rubbed against her legs, his hot, large glans brushing against her sensitive opening. Mingruo shuddered and became wet, her whole body going limp. Even with Emperor Xuli supporting her, she remained weak and powerless. Gradually, Mingruo began to feel unsatisfied; she felt...it wasn't enough. Just passing by her like this wasn't enough. She wanted him inside... inside, very deep, preferably to her heart.

So, following her heart, her petite body unconsciously shifted slightly as Emperor Xu Li thrust forward, then, as the large glans passed through her tender opening, she forcefully sat down—the entire thick, long, hot, and large penis was thus inserted, stretching her narrow opening to the point of bursting. Ming Ruo and Emperor Xu Li cried out in unison, one because she was enjoying the slippery, tight opening, the other because she was being stretched so much.

Recovering from the shock, Emperor Xu Li's first instinct was to pull out, but Ming Ruo grabbed him tightly. Her delicate voice was barely audible: "N-nothing... Father, please continue..."

"Who said nothing's wrong?" He sighed, his lower body gripped so tightly, it felt incredibly good, yet he was worried about her and dared not move. For a moment, even the decisive Emperor Xu Li couldn't help but struggle. "You little rascal, are you trying to embarrass me?"

Mingruo affectionately rubbed against Emperor Xuli, pressing even closer to him: "It's nothing this time... Otherwise... Father can go find other concubines..." He was the emperor, and he didn't need to remain chaste for her alone.

Those words... were overflowing with sourness!

Emperor Xu Li looked at Ming Ruo with undisguised a smile, kissed her temple, and said softly, "Even if Ruo'er is telling the truth, Father cannot do it." In the whole world, besides Ming Ruo, no other woman could arouse his desire. "Besides, is this Ruo'er's true feeling?"

Ming Ruo's eyes darted around, refusing to look at Emperor Xu Li.

Chapter 165, Deep Affection Between Mandarin Ducks Playing in the Water (Part 2)

"Little thing, you're being hypocritical." Emperor Xu Li's voice was light, but it contained an undeniable smile. He held Ming Ruo in his arms, his handsome face rubbing against her small cheek, like a gentle beast. “You should have known long ago, of all the waters in the world, I only want one sip from you.”

Mingruo felt infinitely happy as he nuzzled her, but she still tried to maintain a composed expression. She pouted and hugged Emperor Xuli back, asking, “So, Ruo’er is only a sip of water in Father’s heart?”

Emperor Xuli knew perfectly well that she was deliberately picking a fight. So he continued her words, “Yes, a sip of water.” The little beauty’s face immediately changed. He chuckled and swayed her waist in the water, using the friction to bring even greater pleasure to their joined private parts. “The most special sip of water. Other waters are just water, but Ruo’er is honey.”

“…Your words are so sweet. Father is truly eloquent. Ruo’er is no match for you.” Her face flushed from Emperor Xuli’s teasing, and Mingruo kept nuzzling back at him. The way the two of them whispered sweet nothings to each other looked just like a pair of deeply loving mandarin ducks.

"Heh, all this sweet talk is for Ruo'er. I wouldn't say it to anyone else." He held her, a thin layer of sweat glistening on his forehead. Though he appeared nonchalant and carefree, his body was actually throbbing with suppressed desire, just short of release. Seeing the sweat on his forehead, Mingruo, as if possessed, reached out to wipe it away. Her soft, slender fingers, still glistening with water droplets, tenderly wiped away the sweat from Xu Lidi's forehead. Her watery purple eyes swept over his handsome face, finally settling on his thin, slightly parted lips. Leaning forward, Mingruo, like a cute kitten, took Xu Lidi's lips into her mouth, her soft tongue probing into his mouth, mimicking how he used to kiss her, licking every inch of his lips, the tip even touching the root of his tongue. Emperor Xu Li was very cooperative. He let Ming Ruo lick his teeth and suck his tongue; her affectionate manner was unlike his wild and unrestrained self, more like a kitten drinking water, one sip after another, utterly charming. The soft, wet sounds of her kisses made Emperor Xu Li think of the parts of their bodies where they were currently joined.

Holding Emperor Xu Li's face, Ming Ruo felt that the man before her was breathtakingly beautiful. His long, slender eyebrows, deep-set eyes, and

straight , along with his thin lips, could steal a woman's soul, especially when he gently raised the corners of his lips—he was like a celestial being descended to earth. This man, who should not have fallen to the mortal realm, who should have been born in a paradise, had become the most noble emperor in the world. A fascinated light shone in her large, watery eyes. Ming Ruo stared at Emperor Xu Li's face, almost forgetting who she was.

"Ruo'er... be good, keep kissing." Dissatisfied with the loss of her sweet little mouth, Emperor Xu Li quickly demanded more. Ming Ruo obediently pounced on him again, embracing him and giving him a soft kiss. But such a fleeting kiss couldn't comfort him. He gripped her waist tightly, and Ming Ruo cried out as she fell into his arms, her soft lips parting, about to cry out in pain, when he suddenly covered them with his kiss.

His kiss was naturally not as simple as hers. Ming Ruo felt as if her heart and lungs were about to explode from his kisses, struggling to breathe, her nostrils flaring. She clung to Emperor Xu Li's shoulders, patting him: "Waaah—" It hurts so much, tears are about to fall.

Emperor Xu Li held her tightly, kissing her until he was satisfied, then slowly stopped. His high nose pressed against Ming Ruo's, his thin lips slightly parted, exhaling warm, alluring breath: "Ruo'er, my darling Ruo'er..."

Ming Ruo nestled in his arms, their faces pressed together. She looked into his eyes, both eyes equally tender. “Father…”

“Ruo’er, be good, does it hurt down there?” Long, slender fingers brushed down, gently massaging the spot where they were joined. His well-groomed fingers kneaded her sensitive, tender clitoris, then suddenly thrust inside. Ming Ruo cried out, feeling weak all over, and slumped down, her pink lips brushing against his. The sudden thrust made her go limp, almost slipping into the water. Emperor Xu Li was startled and quickly grabbed her waist, lifting her up. His expression was a mixture of amusement, helplessness, worry, and heartache: “You silly girl, it’s been so long, and you still can’t handle it.”

It wasn’t that she couldn’t handle it; it was clearly his methods that were too ruthless! Ming Ruo gave him a reproachful look, placing her hands on Emperor Xu Li’s shoulders to sit up again, feeling her skin was about to wrinkle from being in the water: “Father… let’s go out, Ruo’er is so uncomfortable.”

“Okay.” He kissed her cheek, lifted her from the water, and with a wave of his hand, a clean blanket from the screen appeared in his hand. He wrapped Mingruo up, wiping away the water droplets from her body. His hands were covered in her soft, white, and smooth skin. Her breasts, fuller with pregnancy, rubbed against his chest, and her sensitive nipples quickly became incredibly red and swollen. Xu Lidi looked down, his heart aching. He quickly wiped their chests clean, then gently used the blanket to wipe away the water droplets from their joined bodies. Mingruo moaned. Compared to her delicate private parts, even the finest blanket was still somewhat rough, and the stimulation at their joined bodies caused her to leak a lot of fluid, which he couldn't wipe away no matter how much he wiped.

Xu Lidi noticed this and couldn't help but laugh. He kissed her lips and then wiped her bottom, quickly drying her body before pulling her down onto the bed. She was over six months pregnant, and her belly was already very large, making it impossible for her to lie still. She had to toss and turn constantly at night, and now she didn't even have the strength to turn over. To avoid waking Emperor Xuli, Mingruo usually endured the pain without turning over, only moving gently when she couldn't bear it any longer. But how could she hide it from Emperor Xuli? Even if she didn't turn over, he would change her position every half hour, and she had to stay in his arms the whole time, no matter which direction she was in.

Just like now, Mingruo was placed on the bed by him, and to make her more comfortable, Emperor Xuli took a soft brocade quilt and placed it under her waist. Lying on it, Mingruo's body aches a lot. She held one of Emperor Xuli's fingers, her eyes following him without ever looking away. Emperor Xuli also gazed at her with a smile on his lips, his gentle gaze fixed on her the whole time: "Ruo'er..." His slender body covered hers, kissing her belly with a kind of pious expression, but their genitals remained joined.

Mingruo let out a soft moan, her face flushed: "Father, Father—hurry...hurry...Ruo'er is in pain..." Her slender body couldn't help but actively move, the huge penis slipping out of her body and then being swallowed back in inch by inch with difficulty, the tender pink walls of her body being split open little by little, her whole body stretched to its limit. "Ah ah—Father, Father—" Her fingers clenched tightly in her palms, Mingruo opened her eyes, a thin layer of tears covering them. She was pregnant, and her body was already weak, so she ran out of strength after a few strokes.

Emperor Xuli leaned down, gently covering her small mouth with his hands, his hands spread open, pressed against hers, their fingers interlocked, pinning her firmly beneath him: "Good, good, Ruo'er, don't cry, Father will take good care of Ruo'er." His

thick, long desire suddenly withdrew, then thrust in hard, penetrating her entire body. Mingruo was too sensitive; she suddenly felt as if her stomach was about to be ripped open. Terrified, she struggled repeatedly, but her hands were pinned down,

and she couldn't move. "Father, Father Emperor—no, no—the child—" "Good girl, trust your father, the child will be alright." He gently comforted her, but the thrusting in her stomach did indeed slow down. Mingruo gradually calmed down, her face flushing even more, and she began to enjoy it.

Her obedient and adorable appearance was truly endearing. As Emperor Xuli looked at her, his heart softened completely, and he wished he could offer her the best things in the world to make her smile. "Ruo'er is so good, so obedient."

She liked his praise.

For some reason, she suddenly wanted to hug him.

Emperor Xuli also liked her showing dependence and intimacy towards him.

A wave of tenderness and affection washed over them, and even their physical desires were forgotten.

Chapter 166, Another Defeat

. They embraced quietly for a long time, Mingruo feeling a deep sorrow, tears welling in her eyes. Since becoming pregnant, she had become so sentimental, easily moved to tears by the smallest things. Holding Emperor Xuli's neck, she whispered in his ear, "Father...you will never leave Ruo'er, will you?"

"I think I don't need to answer that question. Ruo'er should know the answer." Emperor Xuli gently kissed her temple, cupped her face, and wiped away her tears, sighing, "How did you become such a crybaby? I remember Ruo'er wasn't this prone to crying before."

Mingruo obediently let him wipe her tears, her face flushed, her soft skin like porcelain. She had just opened her mouth to say something when Eunuch An's voice called from outside, "Your Majesty! Your Majesty!" Her small hands clung to Emperor Xuli's neck, preventing him from leaving. Mingruo knew in her heart that for Eunuch An to come so late, something serious must have happened. "Father..."

"Ignore him." Even the most important matters could wait until tomorrow. Right now, he wanted to cherish his precious Ruo'er, and no one could be so tactless as to stop him. But as his lips were about to touch hers, Mingruo stopped him, her purple eyes narrowing. "Ruo'er?"

"Eunuch An must have important business. Father should prioritize state affairs." She reached out and pushed him forcefully against his chest, gesturing for him to leave. Emperor Xuli stared at her with an incredulous look. "Ruo'er—" Did she know he was already on the verge of death? Asking him to leave was worse than killing him!

Her eyes shone with a watery light, a gentle beauty that stirred his heart. "Father..." Her soft voice was incredibly sweet. Emperor Xu Li moved, burying his face in Ming Ruo's neck and sighing, "Father will go right away. Let Father release first." He then began to thrust violently. Ming Ruo opened her small mouth and whimpered, her

voice soft and alluring, with a watery quality that sent shivers down one's spine. With these sweet moans, Emperor Xu Li naturally became even more vigorous. He held nothing back, deliberately forcing himself to ejaculate. After about a hundred thrusts, Ming Ruo's voice was tinged with sobs. He cupped her buttocks and thrust forcefully inside her, ejaculating. Ming Ruo's cheeks were flushed, and after receiving Emperor Xu Li's affection, she quickly became drowsy. He hastily wiped the area around her vulva clean, wrapped her in the brocade quilt, and was about to get up to leave when Ming Ruo grabbed him.

Emperor Xu Li turned around, and Ming Ruo's eyes were half-closed, half-asleep: "Ruo'er will stay with Father."

"Be good, go to sleep first, Father will be back soon."

"No, I'll stay with you." Saying this, she tried to get out of bed, supporting her thick waist. Emperor Xu Li quickly hugged her, sighed, and realized he couldn't do anything with her. He couldn't very well take her out at this time, so he wrapped Ming Ruo in his cloak, let her sit on the edge of the bed, and then called in the palace maid Xuan An, who was serving him.

He wasn't wearing anything, just a thin robe, his strong, fair chest exposed. Ming Ruo leaned against his back, her eyes opening and closing intermittently, her arms wrapped around Emperor Xu Li's waist. When she touched his bare chest, her eyes widened in surprise. Resting her face on Emperor Xu Li's shoulder, Ming Ruo tried to lean forward, hoping to see the buttons on his robe.

She rubbed against him, not only failing to button up Emperor Xu Li's clothes properly, but also pulling off her own cloak, revealing her snow-white skin covered in hickeys. Emperor Xu Li's eyes narrowed, and he quickly wrapped her up again before Eunuch An entered. Seeing her rosy cheeks puffed out, he sighed helplessly, grabbed the brocade quilt, and pulled her into his arms from behind, then wrapped them both in the quilt.

The position actually looked somewhat comical, like two silkworms squeezed into a cocoon, but his serene and elegant appearance, like that of a banished immortal, made it surprisingly harmonious. Ming Ruo was satisfied, so she nestled against Emperor Xu Li's chest, her cheek rubbing against that patch of white skin, and let out a small yawn.

When Eunuch An entered, his face was filled with panic. But when he saw Mingruo and Emperor Xuli embracing each other, he couldn't help but pause for a moment. Then, something more important took over his mind. "Your Majesty! Something terrible

has happened!" "What's the rush?" Emperor Xuli calmly raised his eyelids, his expression unchanged, showing no concern whatsoever for the serious matter Eunuch An spoke of. Mingruo, however, was intrigued. Eunuch An had been by her father's side for decades; what storms hadn't he weathered? For him to show such an expression, it certainly wasn't a trivial matter. "Speak,"

Mingruo suddenly gasped softly. Emperor Xuli and Eunuch An both looked at her. Her face suddenly turned bright red; she dared not look at Emperor Xuli, but shifted awkwardly on his lap, as if wanting to get off but afraid to move. Emperor Xuli narrowed his eyes. Her small body was completely naked, sitting naked on top of him, and with that slight movement… he felt it. A warm liquid flowed from between her legs, dripping onto his leg, sticky and uncomfortable.

It was what he had just left inside her.

Emperor Xuli didn't seem to care, but Mingruo felt incredibly ashamed. She whimpered and buried her face in Emperor Xuli's chest, refusing to look up again. Emperor Xuli chuckled and gestured for Eunuch An to speak.

"...News has come from the front...General Duanmu—has been defeated!"

...What?!

Mingruo jerked her head up in shock, hardly believing what she had heard. She grabbed Emperor Xuli's arm, the blush on her face fading completely, leaving only pale rings.

"Defeated?" Emperor Xuli raised an eyebrow, grasping Mingruo's hand in return. She knew she shouldn't show such an expression, so she quickly buried herself back in his chest. But Emperor Xuli could clearly feel that Mingruo was trembling violently. "Why was she defeated?"

"Your Majesty, this servant does not know." Eunuch An seemed somewhat anxious as well. “Without His Majesty’s order, General Duanmu dares not return to court. Now we have no provisions or soldiers, and the city has fallen. I beg Your Majesty to make a decision as soon as possible!” It was simply impossible! The “God of War” Duanmu Yun had been defeated twice in a row by an unknown young general from Jiang Kingdom!

Emperor Xuli’s expression remained indifferent. It seemed that apart from Mingruo, there was nothing else in this world that could concern him. “Issue my decree, summoning Duanmu Yun to return to court as soon as possible.” If there was still a “commander”.

“This servant obeys the decree.”

Hearing the rustling of clothes, Mingruo knew that Eunuch An had left. She looked at Emperor Xuli nervously, her face full of disbelief: “Father…”

“Shh—don’t speak.” A slender finger touched her lips, stopping her from speaking. Emperor Xuli’s eyes were calm, revealing no emotion, but Mingruo knew that he really didn’t want to hear what she wanted to say, because he already knew what she wanted to say.

Chapter 167, The One Has Returned (Part 1)

On this first night, Emperor Xu Li didn't give Ming Ruo any chance to speak. After Eunuch An left, he held her and slept, forbidding her to speak. Whenever Ming Ruo tried to speak, he would look at her with a cold, indifferent gaze, and no matter how much she struggled, she could only swallow the words she wanted to say.

Ming Ruo never liked going out, only occasionally visiting the Imperial Garden to admire the flowers. Most of the time, she stayed in Panlong Palace or the Imperial Study. But for the past half month, Emperor Xu Li had been very busy. Apart from forbidding her from refusing to see him when he looked for her, he had hardly restricted her movements. But even with her freedom, Ming Ruo didn't know where to go.

She was already seven months pregnant, her belly was ridiculously large. According to the imperial physician, it was because the fetus was too robust. On the contrary, since entering her seventh month, she had begun to lose weight rapidly. Such a large belly paired with such a small person was truly worrying. Emperor Xu Li was even more anxious, forbidding her to be alone. If he couldn't see her for even a quarter of an hour, he would frantically search for her. Ming Ruo also knew that her body was somewhat unable to bear the strain, but she didn't know whether it was because the child was too healthy or because she was worried about Duanmu Yun.

More than half a month had passed, and Duanmu Yun still hadn't returned.

She dared not imagine how he would be treated upon his return. Two consecutive defeats, the loss of nearly a million soldiers. By custom, he should be executed! Even if Emperor Xuli did not punish him, the civil and military officials of the court would still gossip about it, not to mention... the common people had always had unwavering faith in the God of War, Duanmu Yun. His two consecutive defeats would be a sharp blow to their morale!

"Ah—"

Hearing her cry of pain, Emperor Xuli immediately looked up from his desk piled high with memorials. The next second, he was in front of her. His long, slender hand took her small hand, looking at the delicate white fingertips from which blood occasionally oozed. His long eyebrows furrowed: "How could you be so careless, lost in thought again?" As he spoke, he placed the needle and thread in Mingruo's hand into a basket to the side, his thin lips parted slightly, and he took her fingertip into his mouth.

His warm lips and tongue sucked away all the blood. Mingruo obediently let him treat her wounds. Seeing the most noble man in the world kneeling so prostrate before her, her heart softened, and all the anxiety of the past few days vanished. "It's alright, Father, I just accidentally pricked myself."

"Once is never enough." Emperor Xuli glanced at her indifferently, stood up, and took the basket away. "You're not allowed to embroider anymore."

"Huh?" Mingruo was stunned for a moment, then immediately reacted: "No!" She had only finished half of embroidering that little shoe! "Father, give it back to me!" She stood up, her large belly making Emperor Xuli's heart tremble. He didn't dare to dodge, but he could only raise his hand, and the little dwarf couldn't jump over it. He could only puff out his cheeks in anger: "Father—"

"You're not allowed to embroider anymore, we'll talk about it tomorrow." The baby was still two or three months away from being born. At first, he didn't care about embroidering little shoes, little bibs, and little purses, but as the days went by, why was she becoming more and more obsessed with needlework? Even for the sake of the child, she couldn't completely ignore him like this! Seeing Mingruo's tearful expression, his heart softened: "Alright, alright, don't cry... It breaks my heart when you cry."

Her large, watery eyes looked at him: "Then Father, give me back my things."

"No." He still refused firmly, then his voice was as gentle as water: "Be good, Ruo'er, eat something and rest for a while. Father will give them back to you when you wake up." He took her small hand, led her to the desk, kissed her cheek, placed a piece of plum blossom cake in her hand, and poured her a cup of tea.

Mingruo obediently took a bite. The fragrant, soft texture was different from ordinary plum blossom cakes; this one was much more sour than sweet, which suited her taste perfectly. She sat on the dragon throne, a throne reserved for the emperor, watching him bustle about for her, doing everything himself. After taking a sip of tea from Emperor Xuli's hand, Mingruo was lifted up and placed on his lap. He then sat down and continued reading the memorials. After eating for a while, Mingruo felt unwell. Looking at Emperor Xuli's impassive face, she asked, "Father, don't you think Ruorie is heavy?"

Hearing this, he smiled slightly, "Of course I'm heavy."

Even though she asked that… he didn't have to be so obvious! Mingruo pouted, unhappy.

Emperor Xuli looked at her puffed-up face, reached out and touched her belly, and said softly, "The whole world is on your body, how can it not be heavy?" His large hand gently stroked her slightly pale face, his heart aching, but he didn't say anything. "Your body needs proper care. Don't do needlework anymore; it'll drain your energy." He noticed she needed to rest every now and then, and his silence didn't mean he didn't know. With her due date approaching, she needed to be even more careful.

Mingruo rubbed her cheek against his large hand, knowing he meant well. Besides, she was aware of her own health, so she nodded, "Okay."

"Good girl." Emperor Xuli kissed her again, pressing her face against his chest, and unfastened his dragon robe to wrap her up. "Sleep for a while, then Father will take you for a walk."

"Okay." She obediently agreed.

Emperor Xuli was very satisfied, kissing her several times before letting her go.

Mingruo slept for about half an hour. Her body felt heavy, so Emperor Xuli changed her position every now and then to prevent her from feeling sore when she woke up. From the moment they arrived at the imperial study, Emperor Xuli had been reading memorials, and now that Mingruo was awake, he was still reading. His purple phoenix eyes seemed casual, yet gleamed with a sharp light, as if nothing in the world could escape his gaze. Warm sunlight streamed into the hall. Mingruo leaned against Emperor Xuli's chest, her small hand reaching for her eyes, about to rub them, when he swiftly grabbed it, saying, "Don't rub." He then took a damp cloth that had been prepared beforehand and wiped her face, focusing on massaging her eye sockets. Mingruo murmured contentedly, her small hands clutching Emperor Xuli's robes. Seeing her cat-like whimper, his heart softened and sweetened. He kissed her before softly asking, "Are you hungry?"

He always asked her if she was hungry or tired; he really treated her like a pig. Mingruo quickly shook her head, "No."

"Really not?"

She nodded firmly, "No." Her gaze fell on the barely perceptible weariness in his eyes, her small hand covering his eye sockets, her voice low and filled with tenderness. "Father...you're tired."

Emperor Xuli chuckled, taking her small hand that she had placed over his eyes and kissing it. "Then, would you like to rest with Father for a while? Some flowers have bloomed in the Imperial Garden; you'll surely be delighted to see them."

"Okay." She obediently leaned into his arms, and he led her down to the ground. To match Mingruo's pace, Emperor Xuli walked very slowly. The short journey from the Imperial Study to the Imperial Garden took them more than half an hour. If Mingruo hadn't refused, Emperor Xuli would have wanted to take her there in the imperial carriage. By the time they arrived, Mingruo was panting heavily, unable to even speak, which amused and exasperated Emperor Xuli. "I told you we could come in the imperial carriage, but the little thing was so stubborn, insisting on walking." Are you tired now?

Panting in his arms, Mingruo took a deep breath, drank the tea he offered, and said haltingly, "It's been so long since I've walked..."

"You don't have to walk so much at once." His large hand brushed her sweat-dampened hair from her temples, and he sighed softly. He could never resist her requests. "Look at you, how tired you are."

Mingruo puffed out her cheeks, buried her face in his chest, and pleaded, "But Ruo'er is so happy."

Emperor Xuli paused, remaining silent for a long while, but his hand stroking her hair became even gentler.

Chapter 168, The One Has Returned (Part 2)

Not long after they sat down, Eunuch An and the palace maids brought out pastries and fruits. Emperor Xuli used a bamboo skewer to pick up the first cherry and brought it to her lips. Mingruo opened her mouth. Actually, she wasn't very hungry, as she had eaten a lot before bed. But when the fresh, juicy red cherry was at her lips, she couldn't resist the temptation and took a bite.

Sweet and juicy, with a perfect balance of sweet and sour, it was truly delicious. Subconsciously licking the remaining juice from the corner of her mouth, Mingruo blinked her bright eyes at the fruit plate, hoping that Xu Lidi would feed her again.

His pink tongue swished away the red juice, the two shades of red blending together in an indescribable beauty and allure. His slender fingertips lifted her slightly rounded chin and gently kissed her. Mingruo was waiting to eat more cherries, but instead of giving her any, he even tried to take away what she had already eaten. Her small hands pushed against Xu Lidi's chest, hesitating. Mingruo was breathless from the kisses, and when Xu Lidi finally pulled away from her lips, a thin, transparent thread stretched from their intertwined lips, revealing an endless, lewd intent.

"I really want to devour you," he said softly, his breathing heavy and his voice hoarse, as if he were struggling to hold back something. Mingruo blushed and glanced around out of the corner of her eye. Only after confirming that no one dared to look did she breathe a sigh of relief and come to her senses. She even had the mood to throw a tantrum: "You've already eaten me." You practically wanted to devour her whole, didn't you?

"Heh." Sensing the displeasure in her tone, Emperor Xuli chuckled, kissed her cheek, and forked a cherry for her. This time, Mingruo was very nervous. She glanced at Emperor Xuli first, making sure he wouldn't have another chance to snatch it, before quickly swallowing it. Emperor Xuli found her anxious and adorable expression quite charming. Just as he was about to tease her, Eunuch An came to report: "Your Majesty, Minister of War, Lord Lü, requests an audience and is waiting in the Imperial Study." His

thick eyebrows rose: "What does he want?"

"This..." Eunuch An glanced at Mingruo with some hesitation, "This servant doesn't know either, only that it's a matter of utmost urgency."

Patting Emperor Xuli's chest, Mingruo struggled to jump off his lap: "Since Lord Lü is waiting, Father, you can go over there. I can manage on my own."

"Really?" He raised his eyebrows, half helpless and half doubtful, and touched her little face. "Then you stay here obediently and wait for your father, don't run around, and don't eat anything, understand?" His large hand slid from her face to her protruding belly, gently stroking it. "You and the baby will stay here obediently and wait for your father to return, okay?"

Mingruo nodded obediently, and he picked her up, ordered a thick blanket to be laid on the stone bench, then placed Mingruo on it, kissed her forehead, and turned to leave. Mingruo rested her chin on her hand, watching Emperor Xuli walk away, and yawned slightly. It wasn't because she was sleepy, but just bored. Looking at the colorful fruits in the fruit platter, she suddenly lost her desire to eat. Only two palace maids remained to attend to her; the rest were dismissed by Mingruo. Such good weather... she didn't like having so many people around her at all. Besides, Eunuch An would be back soon, and with him serving her, there was no need for anyone else.

The thoughtful palace maid had inserted bamboo skewers into each cherry, making it easy for Mingruo to eat them herself. But Emperor Xuli wasn't there, and she had no desire to eat at all. She patted her round belly, tried to stand up and take a few steps, then rested her chin on her hands and giggled. Seeing her in a good mood, the palace maids boldly spoke up to please her. "Your Highness, Your Highness, the Emperor really dotes on you! These fruits are something the other concubines in the harem can't eat!"

Mingruo was looking out of the pavilion when she was suddenly startled by the envy in the eyes of the two young maids. She pursed her lips, casually picked up a deep purple grape and put it in her mouth. "Oh." The other concubines… could you please not mention the other concubines in front of her? "You think the Emperor treats me very well?"

"Of course!" The young maids' expressions were filled with undisguised envy and longing. "Your Majesty is so beautiful, and you're carrying the Emperor's child. The Emperor used to dote on you, and now he cherishes you like a precious treasure. Your Majesty, you have no idea how many in the harem are jealous of you!"

Spitting out a grape skin, Mingruo puffed out her cheeks, about to speak, when a slightly shrill voice rang out: "Consort Ming is a beauty beyond compare. Not only the Emperor, but even I would be captivated by her!"

Mingruo frowned, turning to look at the source of the voice. It was the Third Prince. She gazed at him indifferently, her expression aloof, much like Emperor Xuli. The Third Prince was momentarily stunned, but lust ultimately prevailed. Ignoring the two palace maids' attempts to stop him, he pushed them aside and walked forward, sitting down directly in front of Mingruo without a word. A pair of dark, murky eyes stared unblinkingly at Mingruo's face as he said, "Your Majesty is truly as beautiful as a fairy. In all my years, I have never seen a woman as beautiful as Your Majesty."

He actually addressed her as "your subject"... Mingruo's brows furrowed even more. She reached out to the palace maids, saying, "Help me up."

The maids rushed over, but just as they were about to help Mingruo up, the Third Prince slapped her hand away. Mingruo's outstretched hand didn't have time to retract, and he grabbed it.

A wave of intense nausea washed over her. Mingruo didn't show much panic, but narrowed her eyes and said coldly, "Third Prince, please have some self-respect."

"Your subject has plenty of self-respect!" He stared lustfully at her face, his fingers incessantly caressing the back of Mingruo's hand. "Your Majesty is simply too beautiful, making my heart flutter and my heart flutter uncontrollably..."

"Insolence!" she sneered, utterly unable to believe that such a blind man existed in this world. Even if she weren't the Emperor's current favorite concubine, he shouldn't be so shameless as to make advances on her in broad daylight! "I'll say it again, Third Prince, please have some self-respect."

"I'm quite heavy, perhaps... Your Majesty could try?" His gaze on Mingruo grew even more infatuated, and his grip on her hand tightened. Mingruo felt goosebumps rise from his eyes, utterly disgusted. "Your Majesty is so beautiful... If I could have a glimpse of your beauty, I would die willingly."

Mingruo trembled with rage. Just as she was about to speak, a palace maid rushed forward, "Third Prince, the Emperor will be back soon! Please, Your Highness, have some self-respect!"

"Trying to scare me with Father?" he sneered, slapping two palace maids aside with a single blow. "Get out! I'm speaking with the Empress, what right do you have to interrupt!" Ever since that fleeting glimpse that night, he had never forgotten that face of celestial beauty. He dreamed of her, he thought of her even while dining... No other woman could quell the lust in his heart! He swore he would not be human if he did not obtain this woman!

Chapter 169, The Beloved Has Returned (Part 2)

Ming Ruo stared coldly at the lewdly grinning man before her, her eyes as cold as ice. She was both angry and anxious. He didn't know, but she knew very well that they were siblings, not ordinary people without blood ties! "Third Prince, are you truly so shameless that you disregard even the Emperor for beauty?"

"Your Majesty, you are mistaken. As the saying goes, 'To die beneath the peony is to die a romantic death.' From the first moment I saw Your Majesty, I have been captivated by you, unable to forget your unparalleled beauty even in my dreams. If I could share a night with Your Majesty, I would gladly die." As he spoke, his hand moved up Mingruo's fair wrist, lifting her sleeve and caressing her silky smooth skin. Mingruo, disgusted by his lustful appearance, struggled to pull her hand away, but she was merely a weak woman, pregnant and unable to make any significant movements. She was no match for this grown man. In a short while, Mingruo's sleeve was rolled up to her elbow, revealing a section of her lotus-root-like, snow-white arm, which looked incredibly alluring in the sunlight.

The Third Prince's mouth practically watered. He licked his lips, his eyes blinking incessantly, as if unable to bear the breathtaking scenery before him. Mingruo was terrified. She kept looking out of the pavilion. Eunuch An should have returned soon, but why hadn't she seen him yet?

"Your Highness! Please release the Empress!" Two palace maids rushed forward again, each grabbing one of the Third Prince's arms and pulling him back. However, because Mingruo's arm was in his grasp, they dared not use too much force, only managing to hold him tightly so that Mingruo could break free. Unfortunately, the Third Prince seemed to be a skilled martial artist as well. The two maids were no match for him. He coldly snorted, and with a backhand slap, sent them flying, crashing into the flowerbed, speechless.

"You!" Mingruo stood up abruptly, glaring at the Third Prince with eyes blazing with fury. "You rebellious wretch, release me now! Otherwise, I will expose your crimes before the Emperor!" She wasn't blind. Although she had never left the palace, it didn't mean she was unaware of everything. Her nanny had warned her more than once to be careful of her Third Prince, saying he was a lecherous man who had ravaged every slightly pretty palace maid, and even unfavored concubines, if he took a fancy to them, he would take them. Countless innocent girls in the palace had been defiled by him, and now, he dared to set his sights on her!

"Expose my crimes?" The Third Prince smiled, raising his eyebrows, but without the refined elegance of Emperor Xuli. Mingruo felt only disgust. "Your Majesty, by then you will have already shared the pleasures of the flesh with me. Unless you're willing to risk your life and Father's favor, you won't tell. Besides..." His gaze suddenly filled with malice. "If I were to turn around and accuse you of having an affair for a long time, Father might even start to doubt the true father of the child in your womb!"

This guy actually had the audacity to plot adultery with her later! Mingruo simply couldn't believe there could be such a shameless person in the world. She trembled with rage: "Then try it! Do you think I'd rather be involved with someone like you, or give up this child and have the Emperor bring you to justice? Others may not understand the Emperor's methods, but you know them very well. Don't try to fool me with the excuse that I'm a concubine and you're his flesh and blood. The Emperor doesn't care about blood ties at all. As long as he favors me enough, the throne will be yours for the rest of your life!"

The Third Prince was visibly shaken. He naturally understood that what Mingruo said was true, but it was truly a pity to give up what was already within his grasp. In truth, he was a cunning and calculating man, but unfortunately, "lust" was his weakness. Even knowing how serious the consequences would be, he was unwilling to give up the fat meat that was already in his mouth.

How many beauties like Mingruo could one see in a lifetime?

“Since Your Majesty insists on refusing my love, then I have no choice but to resort to force!” With a wave of his hand, Mingruo’s outer garment was instantly ripped open. The ripping sound was incredibly jarring. Mingruo gasped, “You dare!”

“Of course I dare, Your Majesty knows best.” He buried his head in Mingruo’s neck and began to bite. Mingruo was terrified, but she refused to show weakness. Just as she was about to cry for help, the Third Prince, as if anticipating something, tore off her belt and stuffed it into her mouth, then reached inside her clothes and began to caress her. “Truly fair and delicate, to be able to share a night with Your Majesty is truly a blessing I’ve accumulated over eight lifetimes!” He was so excited that he forgot to move to another place, eager to possess her right there.

Mingruo gritted her teeth, feeling waves of pain in her stomach. She braced herself on the stone table, a thin layer of sweat beading on her forehead from the pain. Father… Father, where are you? Why aren’t you coming to save Ruo’er?!

The Third Prince, oblivious to Mingruo's discomfort, excitedly ripped open her clothes, revealing a delicate bright yellow bodice embroidered with dragons and phoenixes. "Father actually let you wear this color bodice, embroidered with dragons and phoenixes?" Just how important was she to his father?! This was a privilege even the Empress hadn't received! Emperor Xuli had favored some concubines before, but never for more than a month, let alone allowed them to wear bright yellow, a color reserved for the Emperor!

A sense of foreboding washed over the Third Prince. He suddenly shuddered. People shouldn't be forced; once pushed to the limit, they might do anything. He thought: Since I've already done it, I might as well go all the way. Even if Father really blames me, I've still enjoyed such a stunning beauty; it's not a loss. (Oh my god, how lewd!)

Just as his hand grabbed Mingruo's bodice collar, a leaf flew out of nowhere, pinning his wrist and severing both his hands!

Staring dumbfounded at the severed hands on the ground, the Third Prince stood there for a long time before reacting, and immediately began to wail.

Mingruo was also startled. She clutched her stomach, her face pale, and the next second, she was pulled into a broad embrace. That embrace was incredibly warm, safe, and familiar. She looked up blankly, "...Yun...Lang?!"

Duanmu Yun's expression was icy, his gaze towards the Third Prince filled with a murderous intent. But when he looked at Mingruo in his arms, his expression was incredibly gentle: "Ruo'er, are you alright?" He helped her sit down, touched her stomach, and his eyes were filled with complex emotions.

She shook her head to indicate she was alright: "How did you end up here?"

"I just got back. I figured I wouldn't live much longer, so I wanted to see you one last time, so I wouldn't die with regrets." He said softly. Both ignored the howling Third Prince beside them, their eyes locked on each other. After a moment, Mingruo turned away: "You...you shouldn't say that, nothing will happen..." Yes, he would be alright, he definitely wouldn't...

My silly girl, do you know this might be the last time your Yunlang sees you? Duanmu Yun felt a pang of pain in his heart, but said nothing. His dark eyes silently shifted to the Third Prince beside him, and his hand struck out. Before Mingruo could even utter "No," the Third Prince had already coughed up blood and collapsed to the ground, lifeless. "Yunlang! You've gone mad!" Did he know how much trouble this would cause him?

Duanmu Yun patted her head: "It's alright." This is the last thing I'll do for you. Keeping this person around...it will only cause trouble later.

Mingruo kept shaking her head, but suddenly her stomach started to hurt. She clutched her stomach suddenly, about to collapse—when a pair of arms draped in a bright yellow dragon robe caught her.

Duanmu Yun stared blankly at the outstretched hands that hadn't caught her, then looked down and laughed self-deprecatingly.

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