Disobedient Minister Against Favors

Chapter 15 Jealousy 

Liu Yuzhen strode to the back garden with the fruit tray in his hands. Fortunately, Xiao Zipei, who was tied up and whipped, had only superficial wounds. He felt relieved and stood quietly behind Ning Xiang not far away.

That scumbag Yan Tenghua is indeed here!

Yuzhen’s eyes were filled with rage. He would definitely fight him to death if there weren’t so many people around! Return my chastity, you bastard!

The luxuriant trees in the garden obscured the sky and the sun, and the light coming through was like a thin thread, which filled the ground with honeycomb-like dots of light.

Occasionally, a few green leaves that were still lush slipped down, drawing Emperor Yan’s attention. He seemed unconcerned about what was going on in this garden. It was more entertaining to watch Ning Xiang pretend to be well-behaved and merciless than to watch a bewildered tough man.

However, while he was distracted, he suddenly felt a strong murderous aura. His body jolted and his eyes quickly scanned around. Yet, what he discovered was a face that could be regarded as extremely beautiful for the time being, because although the man was extremely stunning that it was mouth-watering, he was frowning and gnashing his teeth. As if he was about to gnaw and peel the skin of the person in front of him, which was really wretched.

Emperor Yan instantaneously eased his vigilance, and his heart was filled with overwhelming delight, yet the thought that perhaps the person came here to take risks for Xiao Zipei left a bitter taste in his mouth. “Ning Xiang, this King does not want to see blood today. Xiao Zipei is still the commander-in-chief of the Imperial guard appointed by this King. It is his duty to guard the chamber. It was your mistake for stepping into this King’s forbidden area, is it not? If you ever need this King, this King will definitely go to you, so why worry?”

Young Master Ning Xiang’s cheeks were as red as persimmons that were about to rot, Liu Yuzhen cast a contemptuous glance and ignored him entirely.

His gaze was drawn to Xiao Zipei’s injuries, and he promptly assessed whether he required immediate medical attention. He wouldn’t mind using his flimsy limbs to bring down everyone here if required! Except for one person who might take him down instead.

He should make every effort to avoid a dispute with Emperor Yan. It would be preferable if Emperor Yan did not spot him right now. This guy looked devoted to teasing Young Master Ning Xiang, therefore he should have no intention of taking care of him at the moment.  It all depends now on how Young Master Ning Xiang acted.

“Ning Xiang has been waiting for you at the Anning Pavilion since last month, and promised to play chess with Ning Xiang, have you forgotten?”

“How could this King forget? If it weren’t for the busy government affairs, the urgency of border military pay that the finance couldn’t allocate for the time being, how could this King be willing to let you be alone in the Anning Pavilion.” He remarked while looking at Liu Yuzhen’s face, but no matter what he said, Liu Yuzhen’s eyes didn’t even look at him. Instead, he just kept on staring at Xiao Zipei who was tied to the iron pole.

Emperor Yan shifted his glance from the corners of his eyes to Young Master Ning Xiang. Why did it appear that when compared to Liu Yuzhen, all men and women in the world seemed to fall short? He also dislikes seeing Liu Yuzhen pretend to be a woman. Mainly because Liu Yuzhen’s expression was really inappropriate just now. However, if he were replaced by the previous meek and feeble Prime Minister Liu, it could appear more normal. In any case, whether he was the ‘timid’ Liu Yuzhen or the ‘fierce’ Liu Yuzhen, he would never let other men see his beauty. It all belonged to him and his alone!

But before he could start properly educating this disobedient prime minister, he wanted to prove one thing first…

Emperor Yan drew Ning Xiang to his side and hugged him into his arms just as he was about to speak. Ning Xiang was as good as an honest and flattered small rabbit in his powerful arms, and his eyes were full of delight. Unfortunately, the attractive man dressed in royal brocade did not reflect his sentiment.

The air somehow stagnated, yet Emperor Yan’s kiss really landed on Ning Xiang’s lips.

Liu Yuzhen was already very tense, so he was unaffected by it. Naturally, he would not pay attention to the deliberateness in Emperor Yan’s expression. He assumed that the man was having another hormonal outburst.

However, in Emperor Yan’s opinion, this was a form of red fruit contempt. He loathed his ambiguous behavior with others. Why was Liu Yuzhen unconcerned? Why doesn’t he seem to care?

Emperor Yan’s kiss got increasingly aggressive. He merely used Ning Xiang to vent, and the sensual kiss evolved into a violent gnawing. Presumably, Ning Xiang was so used to it long ago that he didn’t even grunt and instead delved further into Emperor Yan’s arms with pleasure.

However, Ning Xiang was also a clever person. He immediately remarked once he somehow felt a little bit of pain from the kiss. “Your Majesty, Ning Xiang will ask his father to allocate financial aid to the border tomorrow, so that Your Majesty can accompany Ning Xiang more, right?”

Emperor Yan was pulled back to his senses by this coquettish voice. Yes, this was the only reason and the only thing he wanted. Ning Xiang was merely a pet he used to acquire some financial support if it weren’t for the fact that financial power was in Xu’s hands. Emperor Yan showed a smile and reassured, “Of course, this King will also be willing to accompany Ning Xiang. Tonight…..why don’t this King stay in the Anning Pavilion tonight! Would you like it? Ning Xiang?”

He had asked Liu Yuzhen this question before, ‘Do you like it?’. Prior to his most recent suicide, his response would always be, ‘Please let me go.’ However that day, he was glowering and exclaimed, ‘When I recover, I will screw you too!’. Hehe..Is this really what the literate Prime Minister would say?

Thinking about this, his originally fake smile suddenly became sincere and unguarded, while still in front of Young Master Ning Xiang.

Never thought that Yan Tenghua, an overlord with a strong masculinity, could have such a gentle smile.

For a split second, Liu Yuzhen’s legs went weak, and his thoughts became disoriented. Perhaps this body’s hemoglobin was quite low! “It’s over, my body is starting to feel drowsy again. If I don’t hurry up, I’m afraid I’ll fall down here in a moment. I shouldn’t have come in so hastily.”

In his heart, he grumbled. However, in comparison to the cruel and arrogant Emperor Yan, the man he had just encountered caused him great concern. The disappointed look on his elegant and noble face only made people feel an inexplicable sense of loss. What if Emperor Yan had no intention of letting Xiao Zipei go? What if he can’t do anything about his situation now? He feared that he’d only keep on wondering about that person’s look in a trance.

However, at this moment, Emperor Yan’s voice was like an amnesty for the world. “Okay, let General Xiao go back. He will still guard this King’s chambers. Remember to remind him not to let the things that should be in the room be lost. If somehow, something went missing, the punishment of Ling Chi will be used.” 

He was clearly hinting at something from his words. Liu Yuzhen didn’t know if Emperor Yan had discovered him, but it would be good if he could let Xiao Zipei go. He would definitely go back immediately, he didn’t need Yan Tenghua to remind him!

“Huh? Which maidservant are you? Why haven’t I seen you before?”

The big stone in Liu Yuzhen’s heart was suspended yet again, this Young Master Ning Xiang’s eyesight was really sharp! Damn it! Now what. He can’t speak. He was aware that he could be impetuous and nasty at times, and that if he was ever caught, he would be considered an assassin.

So he hurriedly extended the fruit tray, pretended to be mute, and hummed to indicate that the fruit tray full of fruits was to be given to him.

Young Master Ning Xiang was not an ordinary character. He seemed to be very wary about Liu Yuzhen’s appearance, and knocked over Yuzhen’s fruit tray with one hand. “Leave!” This order did nothing but to liberate Yuzhen from his dilemma.

“Wait!” Emperor Yan’s voice sounded and stated mercilessly, “This maid was brought by this King. How about letting him serve tonight?”