Quick Transmigration: The Green Tea Mistress's Guide to Seduction - A Master's Handbook

"Haven't you seen them before, Your Highness?" Xie Qingyu wasn't embarrassed at all when she saw the two booklets given to her by Princess Zhaohe in his hand.

"Have you seen it?" Shen Wang probably didn't expect Xie Qingyu to react this way, but this reaction only made him feel more curious.

"I've seen it." Xie Qingyu didn't hide anything. The illustrations in this booklet weren't as daring as those in the book with a storyline that Prince Shen's study had taken out last time.

Seeing Xie Qingyu's gaze drifting towards the books that had been placed by Prince Shen's bedside, as if she had remembered something, Prince Shen did not bring up the matter.

Instead, her voice carried a hint of laughter as she said, "Since you've already seen it, let me check how well you've learned it."

Xie Qingyu herself didn't know how well she was learning.

He fainted several times, but continued even after waking up.

With dripping sweat and swaying figures, Xie Qingyu could never tell whether she was dreaming or in reality when she woke up, looking at the shadowy curtains and the red candles that had burned all night.

The feeling of her slender waist being tightly held in his large hands, coupled with the blankness in her vision, made the night seem exceptionally long. So long that it felt like she would spend her entire life in bed.

The spring rain outside the window pattered on the flowers placed on the windowsill, and the rain grew heavier and heavier.

Kyoto, which had been suffering from drought for a long time, was hit by such heavy rain, which did not stop all night.

If it weren't for the fact that she had to go to the palace to express her gratitude at dawn, Xie Qingyu really felt that Prince Shen would not let her end it.

Xie Qingyu didn't know how she got there until she boarded the carriage to the palace.

I only managed to muster some energy when I was feeling restless and uncomfortable during my sleep.

Looking at her neatly dressed and made-up appearance, Xie Qingyu had almost no recollection of who had dressed her up.

Perhaps to prevent the carriage from bumping, Xie Qingyu had several cushions placed under her seat. Even so, the slightest movement caused her whole body to ache, making Xie Qingyu frown and look at Prince Shen, "Are you even human?"

King Shen carefully pulled the person into his arms, his face full of satisfaction. "I am not human."

Xie Qingyu's eyes widened in disbelief at his shamelessness.

As if understanding the meaning in her expression, Prince Shen laughed heartily, "Whatever the Princess says goes."

"Can I have a little face?"

"What face do you have to save in front of the Princess?" Prince Shen couldn't suppress the smile on his lips.

Prince Shen was now convinced that he had already taken all the benefits, and that he should accept even a few scoldings or slaps from Xie Qingyu. He carefully protected the person in his arms.

"Besides... this is to prove to the Princess whether I have any problems or not, so that you don't suffer in silence like the rumors outside." Prince Shen still remembered the suspicious look Xie Qingyu gave him back then, so he had to prove himself properly.

Xie Qingyu didn't even want to lift a finger, let alone argue with Prince Shen; she could only accuse him with her eyes.

Prince Shen was even more delighted, but he didn't tease her any further. Instead, he picked up a cup of tea and offered her a sip.

Xie Qingyu shook her head at the sight. That night, Prince Shen was worried that she was dehydrated, so he fed her plenty of water.

"It's not tea, it's ginseng soup. A couple of sips will help you regain some strength," Prince Shen coaxed.

Xie Qingyu glared at him. He could even think of this, so why couldn't he just let her off the hook and give her the energy to go to the palace today?

King Shen smiled without any guilt.

Once you've tasted the marrow, you'll find it irresistible; it's truly hard to resist.

The Prince Shen's residence was not far from the palace, and it didn't take long to arrive.

Fortunately, this time they were able to ride in a sedan chair after getting off the carriage, and Xie Qingyu did regain some strength after drinking the ginseng soup.

After arriving, they got out of the sedan chair and waited for a while until the emperor finished his court session before they were summoned inside.

Upon entering the Imperial Study, Xie Qingyu could already faintly smell some peculiar odors.

Prince Shen probably sensed it too, his brows furrowing almost imperceptibly, but outwardly he still bowed respectfully with Xie Qingyu.

When the Emperor saw them arrive, he only gave them a few words of advice and then sent them to see the Imperial Concubine.

Before leaving, Xie Qingyu quickly glanced up and saw that the Emperor's spirits were indeed much lower than during the spring hunt.

Their figures were somewhat hunched, and this had only been for two short months!

The damage to one's spirit caused by forcibly replenishing one's vital energy is indeed quite severe.

The other princes and ministers could probably see this: time was indeed running out, and at this critical moment, the emperor still showed no intention of establishing a crown prince, which was sure to cause a chaotic battle for the throne.

Xie Qingyu collected her thoughts and went with Prince Shen to see the Imperial Concubine.

Perhaps because Xie Qingyu was registered under Princess Zhaohe's name, the Imperial Concubine did not show any disapproval towards Xie Qingyu this time, but she was not particularly enthusiastic either.

They went through the motions, said a few words, and then sent them back.

Prince Shen probably anticipated this situation, which is why he told Xie Qingyu to hold on for a little while when he arrived.

It really was just a short while.

Xie Qingyu fell asleep on the way back and had no idea how she got back to her room.

All I know is that it was already dark when I woke up.

After dining with Prince Shen, Xie Qingyu looked at him with utter fear, and pushed him away as soon as he came over.

"I still have time now, but once I get busy, I'm afraid I won't have any time to spend with you at all," said Prince Shen pitifully.

Xie Qingyu wavered for a moment, but Shen Wang took advantage of her and went even further.

Another sleepless night.

Even because Xie Qingyu had rested well today, she was still awake at night and could feel Shen Wang's unrestrained state even more clearly.

Fortunately, everyone in the front yard is trustworthy, otherwise the rumors about Prince Shen's incompetence would have been disproven.

Moreover, Xie Qingyu later discovered that Shen Wang's sob story was a complete lie.

Later, when it became clear that the situation was becoming tense, Prince Shen did indeed leave early and return late, sometimes even after Xie Qingyu had fallen asleep.

Even so, King Shen did not let her go.

Several times, Xie Qingyu was woken up by him in the middle of the night.

Shen Wang did nothing behind Xie Qingyu's back, and sometimes he would even discuss with Xie Qingyu how to make the best arrangements.

Therefore, Xie Qingyu was well aware of what Prince Shen had been busy with lately.

But when Xie Qingyu heard that Prince Ling would be forcing the emperor to abdicate in five days, she could not hide her shock.

"You even know the exact time? Does he have your people with him?" Xie Qingyu clearly didn't believe her.

“There are no close relatives, but it’s relatively easy to plant a few in inconspicuous places. There have been unusual movements in the barracks outside the city, so isn’t it easy to guess?” These kinds of things can be deduced from the slightest clues.