The prince is fierce: Who dares to steal my woman?

Xiao Jinyan smiled slightly and said, "Your Highness, it's just a kiss. Compared to the act of lovemaking, it's insignificant. Besides, if we examine your past actions closely, they constitute a genuine crime of deceiving the emperor. Tell me, compared to that, what is the weight of a kiss?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu frowned slightly. After some internal struggle, she finally spoke slowly: "Alright, I agree."

Seeing Liu Xiyu agree, Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile: "Your Highness, you must remember that this kiss is not merely a formality, but a demonstration of your sincerity. You must respond to this humble subject with deep affection, allowing him to become completely immersed in it, and you must not be perfunctory. Otherwise, this kiss will not count."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu felt a mix of emotions, a mixture of resentment and helplessness. She took a deep breath, seemingly trying to calm her turbulent feelings, and finally managed to force a bitter smile: "Alright, I promise you, I will kiss you passionately."

Before he finished speaking, Xiao Jinyan slowly opened his arms, gently pouted his lips, and his eyes sparkled with anticipation: "Come on, my darling, let me taste your lips."

Liu Xiyu's footsteps moved slowly towards Xiao Jinyan, as if following a silent melody. Her heartbeat echoed in her chest like a drumbeat. Finally, she mustered all her courage and, in an almost ritualistic gesture, slowly reached out her arms and gently wrapped them around Xiao Jinyan's waist.

Then, Liu Xiyu's lips, like newly blossoming petals, gently touched Xiao Jinyan's slightly cool lips...

At this moment, Xiao Jinyan seemed to be drawn by some kind of magic. He responded to the kiss without hesitation, holding Liu Xiyu tightly in his arms as if he wanted to meld her into his own body.

At first, Liu Xiyu's eyes flickered with hesitation and resistance, but Xiao Jinyan's gentleness and affection were like a spring drizzle, gradually nourishing the dryness in her heart and causing her defenses to crumble.

As the kiss deepened, Xiao Jinyan's lips and tongue became more passionate and lingering, as if he wanted to pour all his emotions into the kiss. Liu Xiyu's heart raced, and her breathing became rapid. She was completely immersed in this deep affection, forgetting everything around her. Their rapid breaths mingled together, and an indescribable ambiguity filled the air.

Just as their emotions were about to reach their peak, Xiao Jinyan's actions became bolder and more direct. He began to gently unbutton Liu Xiyu's clothes. Each piece of clothing that was removed was like a barrier between them being broken down, until Liu Xiyu was left with only an exquisite bodice that clung tightly to her graceful figure.

Xiao Jinyan pounced on Liu Xiyu and pinned her to the bed. His bare chest was exposed to the air, the muscle lines faintly visible, displaying a primal masculine charm. Liu Xiyu's face flushed with shyness, her eyes filled with both anticipation and a hint of unease.

Just as Xiao Jinyan's lips were about to fall again, preparing to break down her last defenses and further explore that unknown beauty, Liu Xiyu suddenly pushed him away.

"Xiao Jinyan... that's enough!"

Still immersed in the enchanting moment, Xiao Jinyan, panting heavily, asked Liu Xiyu, "Your Highness, why did you stop me from continuing?"

Liu Xiyu, with a hint of panic and shyness, blushed like a peach blossom nourished by morning dew.

Hearing Xiao Jinyan's words, she couldn't help but retort angrily, "Xiao Jinyan, you just said you wanted a kiss, but in the blink of an eye, you're almost ready to make love with me."

After saying that, she hurriedly picked up the clothes scattered on the ground, her fingers trembling slightly, and gently draped them over her bare shoulders, her posture both shy and exuding an unassailable dignity.

Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a playful smile: "Your Highness, what I am referring to is a deeply affectionate kiss, a kiss that would move heaven and earth. If Your Highness could truly give me such a passionate response, we would probably have already crossed that boundary and consummated our love."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu's face instantly turned ashen. She glared at him and said sharply, "Xiao Jinyan, get out! I have no desire to engage in such a shameful act with you!"

However, Xiao Jinyan did not give up. His eyes suddenly turned sharp as knives, as if they could pierce through people's hearts: "Your Highness, as far as I know, you secretly sent assassins to try to take my life on the outskirts of Jiankang. Wasn't this an attempt to prevent me from revealing your unknown secrets?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu swayed slightly, a hint of panic flashing in her eyes: "You...you knew everything?"

Xiao Jinyan's gaze was deep, and he said righteously, "Your Highness, I am fully aware of everything you have done, whether it is deceiving the Emperor, colluding with rebels in private, or plotting to assassinate important court officials. Every single one of these acts is a capital offense punishable by death by a thousand cuts."

A barely perceptible hint of panic flashed in Liu Xiyu's clear, bright eyes: "Xiao Jinyan, what do you want?"

Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a meaningful smile as he said, "Your Highness, the assassins you sent attempted to kill me outside Jiankang. Amidst the flashing blades, I nearly lost my life. Now, I am helping you conceal those capital crimes, repaying evil with kindness. Such deep affection and loyalty—doesn't Your Highness think you should offer me some compensation?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu bit her lower lip, seemingly weighing something. Finally, she slowly said, "Xiao Jinyan, what kind of compensation do you want?"

Xiao Jinyan's gaze suddenly turned ardent, as if looking directly into the depths of Liu Xiyu's soul: "What this humble subject desires is nothing more than to go to Wushan with Her Highness the Princess and enjoy some intimate moments together."

"Xiao Jinyan, how dare you!"

Liu Xiyu's brows furrowed with unyielding pride, her voice clear and firm, "This is an act of disrespect towards royalty, a grave offense deserving death according to the law!"

Xiao Jinyan smiled faintly: "Very well, this humble subject has been disrespectful. As for the princess, who has deceived the emperor and plotted rebellion, what should her punishment be?"

“Fine,” Liu Xiyu frowned, gritted her teeth, and spoke each word with a firm tone, “I’m going all out! Go ahead and report me to His Majesty! Even if I die, I will never let your conspiracy succeed!”

Xiao Jinyan's gaze lingered on Liu Xiyu's pretty face for a moment, then he said teasingly, "Does the princess truly not wish to share a night of passion with this humble subject?"

"I'd rather die than obey!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan smiled knowingly: "Good, what a heroine, no, a woman who is just as capable as any man."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu's expression changed slightly. She glared at Xiao Jinyan, her bright eyes filled with both anger and doubt: "Xiao Jinyan, you treacherous villain, even if you praise me, it's useless! Let me tell you, if you want me to perish, I will not let you off easily. At worst, we'll both perish!"