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

The following day, at Princess Xincai's residence.

The sky seemed to be weighed down by thick, leaden clouds, not even letting in a sliver of light.

Liu Kun dispatched the chief eunuch Zhu Guang, who led several trembling eunuchs, carrying an object hastily covered with a white cloth, and silently passed through the ornately decorated gate of the princess's residence.

Zhu Guang walked steadily, yet could not hide his inner unease. He headed straight for a secluded courtyard within the mansion, where a middle-aged man with sculpted features and a handsome appearance that could outshine any flower stood waiting. Dressed in pristine white, his long hair fluttering gently in the wind, he resembled an immortal descended to earth. This was Chu Liangchen, Liu Yingmei's consort.

Zhu Guang approached, lowered his voice, and whispered something brief but meaningful to Chu Liangchen.

Upon hearing the news, Chu Liangchen's deep eyes instantly lost focus, as if struck by an invisible force. Zhu Guang had reported that Liu Yingmei had tragically died suddenly in the palace, and the body covered in white was her remains.

However, to Chu Liangchen, who had spent over a decade with Liu Yingmei, such a lie was nothing short of a child's trick, riddled with holes. His heart was filled with a mixture of grief and reason. He knew full well that Liu Yingmei's death was neither accidental nor a sudden illness, but rather the result of Liu Kun's greedy and shameless ambition. Liu Kun, this villain who abused his power to steal Liu Yingmei's love, not only took her for himself but also attempted to cover up his crimes with a corpse—it was utterly ridiculous.

However, Chu Liangchen still threw himself onto the cold corpse, tears streaming down his face, his cries heart-wrenching. He understood that in front of Liu Kun's spies, he had to appear completely unsuspecting of the body and had accepted the princess's passing.

Because Chu Liangchen knew Liu Kun's character very well, he knew that if he was not careful, he would lose his life for nothing. Rather than die in vain, he would rather endure for the time being and find an opportunity to rescue Liu Yingmei and seek justice for her.

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The following day, at Princess Heyang's residence.

On a breezy, sun-dappled afternoon, Xiao Jinyan, dressed in a tight-fitting outfit, made a quiet and discreet visit to the princess's residence. He knew that Wei Wuji's spies were lurking in Liu Xiyu's household, like venomous snakes in the night, and he had to dig them out and deal with them as soon as possible.

The moment you step into the mansion, the fragrance of flowers and the exquisite decorations create an atmosphere of luxury and tranquility.

Liu Xiyu, the princess of unparalleled beauty, wore a light, misty gauze dress, the hem of which swayed gently in the breeze, like the most tender scenery in spring. She was surrounded by a group of respectful maids and servants, some serving tea, others holding fans, all revealing their awe for their noble mistress.

When Liu Xiyu's gaze pierced through the crowd and caught sight of Xiao Jinyan's familiar figure, her eyes instantly lit up.

Without hesitation, Liu Xiyu broke free from the people around her, and with light steps, like a joyful butterfly, she rushed into Xiao Jinyan's arms.

Her voice carried a hint of coquetry, mixed with an undisguised joy: "You rascal, why did it take you so long? I was so anxious thinking about you."

Xiao Jinyan smiled gently, but with a hint of apology: "Your Highness, I also miss you, but I have been busy with court affairs and trivial matters lately, and it has been difficult for me to get away."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu's lips curled slightly, and a sly glint flashed in her eyes: "Enough with the nonsense, I have no patience for this. Hurry up and come with me to the boudoir. I want to have a three-hundred-round battle with you and see if you can completely conquer me in bed."

Having said that, she took Xiao Jinyan's hand without giving him a chance to explain, and walked briskly toward her boudoir, leaving behind a string of silvery laughter that echoed in the air.

Along the way, we passed through winding corridors and around ornate pavilions and towers, feeling both nervous and full of anticipation.

Upon entering the exquisitely carved boudoir, Liu Xiyu quickly and deftly closed the door.

Immediately after, Xiao Jinyan whispered in Liu Xiyu's ear, his voice barely audible to her: "Princess, although you once said that I would try not to come to you unless it is important, the situation is critical right now. Wei Wuji has secretly planted spies in your residence."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu responded in an equally soft voice: "I already know."

Xiao Jinyan paused slightly, then lowered his voice again and whispered, "Princess, rumors are already circulating that I have an affair with you. After much consideration, I feel that it would be more natural for me to meet with you more often. Otherwise, it would only make things seem more obvious and arouse suspicion."

Liu Xiyu nodded slightly and said in a low voice, "I understand. In that case, let's put on a good show and let those cowardly rats who are secretly watching see what's going on."

After saying that, she suddenly raised her voice and shouted loudly out the window, "You rascal, I've missed you so much! You'd better make me happy today!"

Xiao Jinyan also shouted loudly out the window, "Princess, today I will make sure you can't get out of bed!"

Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Jinyan suddenly embraced Liu Xiyu tightly, kissing her deeply as if a parched land had received rain. Liu Xiyu wrapped her arms around his neck, responding with passionate and deep affection. Their kiss was like a whirlwind, sweeping away all reason and restraint. In this tender and lingering kiss, their clothes slipped off one by one, scattering all over the floor.

In the end, Liu Xiyu was left with only a thin, gossamer-thin bodice that clung tightly to her graceful figure. Xiao Jinyan carefully picked her up and gently placed her on the bed, then slipped into the covers himself and wrapped her tightly in his arms.

In this rare moment of tranquility, Liu Xiyu whispered in Xiao Jinyan's ear, "Xiao Jinyan, your acting is quite convincing."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a playful smile, and he whispered, "Princess, let's make this a real performance."

A faint blush rose on Liu Xiyu's cheeks as she whispered, "Get lost! You scoundrel, you're clearly just lusting after my body!"

Xiao Jinyan smiled slightly and whispered, "Your Highness is truly insightful; I admire you."

However, just as this tender moment was about to overwhelm the two of them, Liu Xiyu suddenly changed the subject and whispered, "Alright, let's get down to business. When do you think Wei Wuji planted a spy among me?"

Xiao Jinyan lowered his voice, his tone tinged with caution and worry: "I have a suspicion in my mind. Ever since the princess advised Liu Kun to release the crown princess and go to the East Market, this old fox seems to have become suspicious of the princess."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiyu frowned and muttered a curse in a low voice: "That old bastard is truly cunning and treacherous!"

Xiao Jinyan quickly whispered to comfort her, "Your Highness, there is no time to lose. You must act as soon as possible to eliminate the spies in this mansion. Otherwise, if they obtain any evidence that is detrimental to the princess, the consequences will be unimaginable."