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

Seeing this, Yu Xin'er's smile widened, but it also carried a hint of reassurance: "But, after all, my husband didn't guess the right person. This game was meant to add some fun, wasn't it?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Rong raised an eyebrow, her tone tinged with disdain and anger: "Hmph, this game is completely unreasonable! You had two maids impersonate us, which is against the rules from the very beginning! How can such a competition be considered valid?"

Green Pearl immediately chimed in, "That's right. If it were really Yang Rong and me sitting there, my husband would definitely be able to tell us apart. His understanding of us is something that a few maids can't easily imitate."

Yang Rong was even more emotional. She stood up, her voice trembling slightly: "Moreover, I just heard my husband reciting poetry in the back. The deep affection and tenderness in his voice made me unable to control myself. How could he not tell?"

Green Pearl parted her lips slightly and said, "I don't care. Today is the day when my husband and I will go to that gentle land and share our wedding night."

Before she could finish speaking, Yang Rong playfully interjected, a sly smile playing on her lips: "And me too, how could my husband forget Rong'er? Tonight, I should also be a part of that happiness."

However, Yu Xin'er gently shook her head, her voice soft yet firm: "No, my husband didn't guess the bride correctly tonight. According to the rules of the game, we won. Therefore, tonight my husband should belong to me and Lingxuan."

Upon hearing this, Guan Lingxuan smiled smugly and chimed in, "That's right, a bet is a bet. Tonight, my husband will naturally belong to me and Sister Xin'er. We sisters can't break our agreement so easily."

Just as the four ladies were each sticking to their own opinions and the atmosphere was a little tense, Xiao Jinyan slowly spoke, his voice carrying a hint of doting and helplessness: "My four ladies, please stop arguing. I have a suggestion."

Yang Rong asked curiously, "Husband, what's your opinion?"

Xiao Jinyan smiled slightly, a sly glint in his eyes: "How about this, ladies, why don't you all come at me together?"

These words caused a stir in the room, and the four women's faces showed a mixture of surprise and shyness.

Guan Lingxuan's mouth dropped open in astonishment: "What? We'll all come at you together? Husband, are you sure you can handle it?"

Xiao Jinyan laughed heartily and said confidently, "Of course I can. Ladies, please come and whip me as you please. Don't pity me just because I'm a delicate flower."

Upon hearing this, the room was immediately filled with laughter, and the four ladies' faces beamed with radiant smiles.

Yu Xin'er parted her lips slightly, her voice tinged with a hint of confusion and shyness: "Husband, this suggestion is rather illogical. We have never made such a... bold attempt before."

Upon hearing this, Guan Lingxuan smiled knowingly and chimed in, "Yes, my husband. The time we three spent together last time was already the limit. Now that there are five of us, there won't even be room to turn around on this bed, let alone enjoy that intimacy."

Green Pearl frowned at this moment, and said with an almost childlike seriousness, "That's right, if four people come to divide up our husband, I'm afraid there won't even be enough for one leg. What should we do?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Rong's lips curled into a resolute smile, her eyes gleaming with an undeniable light.

"In that case, let's see who has the best skills!" Her words were brief and powerful, as if announcing to everyone that a silent contest was about to begin.

"While you are still hesitating, I, Yang Rong, will not miss this opportunity."

Before she finished speaking, she flashed forward like a light swallow, rushing towards Xiao Jinyan with an undeniable determination and passion.

This scene was like igniting a powder keg in the air, instantly making the atmosphere in the entire room boil over.

Seeing this, Green Pearl's eyes flashed with a hint of unwillingness and urgency. Not wanting to fall behind, she quickly called out, "Husband, wait for me, I'm coming too!"

Before she finished speaking, she pounced on Xiao Jinyan like a green whirlwind, her eagerness and desire fully expressed in her movements.

Xiao Jinyan was surrounded by two beauties, Yang Rong and Lü Zhu, and the three figures intertwined in the flickering candlelight, creating a complex and incomprehensible picture.

Yu Xin'er stood quietly to the side, witnessing this scene, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. Her voice was as soft as a whisper as she said, "Alas, it seems I was still a step too slow, and they managed to seize the initiative."

Upon hearing this, Guan Lingxuan could no longer contain her excitement. She grabbed Yu Xin'er's hand, her eyes gleaming with mischief: "Sister Xin'er, we can't hesitate any longer! If we're late, we might not even get a sip of soup!"

After saying that, she seemed to have made up her mind, broke free from Yu Xin'er's hand, and like a light breeze, rushed towards Xiao Jinyan without hesitation, instantly joining the chaotic and subtle entanglement.

Yu Xin'er watched Guan Lingxuan's resolute back as she walked away, her heart filled with mixed emotions. She sighed softly, "This... is truly unbelievable."

However, when her gaze fell once again on Xiao Jinyan's slightly confused yet gentle eyes, something deep within her was deeply touched.

"Enough, enough." Yu Xin'er finally made up her mind. A resolute yet gentle smile appeared on her lips as she softly said to Guan Lingxuan's retreating figure, "Husband, I'm here. Please leave me some soup too."

Before she finished speaking, she was like a blooming violet, with an irresistible charm, elegantly and firmly joining the chaotic battle. Together with Xiao Jinyan, Yang Rong, Lü Zhu, and Guan Lingxuan, they staged a drama of intertwined love and hate, and emotional entanglements within this small space.

The next day, as dawn broke and the horizon turned a gentle orange-red, golden sunlight, like fine threads, pierced through the windowpanes and dappled the room, adding a touch of warmth to the tranquil space.

Xiao Jinyan, Yang Rong, Lü Zhu, Yu Xin'er, and Guan Lingxuan lay sprawled on the bed, seemingly still immersed in the afterglow of last night's laughter, their breathing long and tranquil.

Just as this tranquility was about to solidify, a sudden burst of hurried footsteps shattered the peace.

The maid, Peach, looked panicked, clutching an embroidered handkerchief tightly in her hand. She suddenly pushed open the door, and her eyes fell on the messy scene inside. Her cheeks instantly flushed red. She hurriedly turned around, her back to everyone, and her voice trembled slightly: "Young Master, I didn't see anything!"

This exclamation, like a pebble thrown into a lake, instantly roused everyone from their slumber.

Xiao Jinyan was the first to snap out of his daze, his brows furrowed with displeasure and confusion. He lazily propped himself up and asked in a slightly hoarse voice, "Peach, what's the matter that you're in such a panic?"

Upon hearing this, Peach's shoulders trembled slightly. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and turned around to whisper, "Young Master, Miss Yinrui has arrived. She says she has something important to discuss with you."

"What? Yinrui is here?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's eyes flashed with surprise, and then his brows furrowed.

Yin Rui, that woman with extraordinary skills who was wanted by the imperial court for some reason, actually came here rashly, disregarding the danger she was in.

A sense of unease stirred within Xiao Jinyan. "Wasn't she wanted by the authorities? How could she be so disregardful of her status?"

Yang Rong, dressed at that moment, sat up from the bed, her delicate brows furrowed slightly, her eyes revealing the same confusion: "Yes, isn't Yinrui supposed to be protecting He Qiongying and Princess Xincai? Why did she come here? Could it be..."

A hint of worry crept into her words, as if she sensed something unusual was about to happen.

The atmosphere in the room instantly became heavy, and a strange unease rose in everyone's heart.

Guan Lingxuan gently pulled on the long dress embroidered with delicate orchids, carefully putting it on. Her eyes held a hint of amusement and doubt as she stood up and softly parted her lips: "Could it be that girl Yinrui has also sensed the fleeting pleasure we enjoy in this secret place, and longs to join us in this rare moment of carefree bliss?"

Upon hearing this, Green Pearl hurriedly slipped on her emerald green gauze dress, the jade pendant at her waist clinking gently with her movements, producing a crisp, melodious sound. Her face lit up with a radiant smile, her eyes sparkling with mischief, and she chimed in, "Yes, yes, Xuan'er is absolutely right! That girl Yinrui must have been unable to bear the loneliness any longer; her nose is as sharp as a dog's, she must have caught the scent of our laughter and joy and rushed over here!"

After saying that, she deliberately made a sniffing motion, which made the people in the room burst into laughter.

Yu Xin'er appeared more composed. She slowly rose, her simple white dress accentuating her gentle demeanor, while a hint of wisdom shone in her eyes. She gently shook her head and said softly, "My two sisters, please stop joking. Yin Rui has always been cautious and meticulous. The fact that she is willing to risk being wanted and leave He Qiongying and Princess Xincai, where she is responsible for her duties, suggests that something truly urgent needs our joint attention."

Yang Rong stood to the side, gently holding Xiao Jinyan's hand, her eyes filled with worry and determination: "My husband is absolutely right. Yinrui is no rash person. Her risky journey here must be for some urgent matter. We must find her immediately and find out the reason to prevent the situation from worsening."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan frowned, a resolute glint flashing in his eyes.

He stood up, his posture as straight as a pine tree, and said firmly, "No, there's no time to lose. I must go find Yinrui immediately and find out what exactly happened."

Yang Rong pursed her lips gently, her eyes flashing with determination. She said softly but firmly to Xiao Jinyan, "Husband, I'll go with you. More people mean more strength, and perhaps I can be of some help."

After speaking, she carefully tidied her clothes, which were somewhat disheveled due to anxiety, and gently brushed her hair with her fingertips, smoothing it behind her ears, trying her best to appear dignified and proper, even though her heart was already pounding like a drum.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's brows relaxed slightly, and a hint of gentleness and approval appeared in her eyes: "Alright, you can come with me, so we can look out for each other."

At this moment, Green Pearl became anxious. She stepped forward and tightly grasped Xiao Jinyan's sleeve, her eyes filled with resentment and grievance: "Husband, I'll go with you! I can't let you and Sister Yang Rong face the unknown dangers while I stay here. I can't do it!"

Not to be outdone, Guan Lingxuan quickly chimed in, "Me too, my husband! I'll go too! We're family, we should stand together through thick and thin, how can I let you bear this alone?"

Seeing this, Xiao Jinyan shook his head helplessly. His gaze swept between the three women before finally settling on Yang Rong. His tone was firm and resolute: "Lvzhu and Xuan'er, you two stay here. Yang Rong can come with me. Sending too many people will make us too conspicuous and hinder our actions. The situation is urgent, and we must proceed with caution."

Upon hearing this, Green Pearl's eyes instantly reddened. She stamped her foot, her tone tinged with a mixture of coquetry and resentment: "Oh dear, husband, why did you only let Yang Rong come along? Is it just because she's pregnant that you favor her so much? We're just as worried about you, and we want to share your burdens too!"

Xiao Jinyan took a deep breath, his eyes becoming unusually serious. He gently patted Green Pearl's shoulder and said softly but firmly, "Oh, no, my darlings. It's precisely because the situation is so complex and volatile that I can't let you take any risks. Yang Rong is pregnant, so I naturally need to take extra care of her, but more importantly, we need someone here to stabilize the situation, so that we can have someone to help us in case of any unexpected events."

Yu Xin'er gently took the hands of Lü Zhu and Guan Lingxuan, her eyes shining with a solemn yet tender light, and said softly, "Lü Zhu, Xuan'er, look, Yin Rui's unexpected arrival must be carrying a great event that is about to happen. Our husbands already have heavy burdens on their shoulders, and as his support, we must be even more steadfast and not let our worries become stumbling blocks for him."