Quick Transmigration: The Yandere Villain is Extremely Difficult to Mess With

"I think that rewards and punishments make things more interesting."

"Your Majesty~" Before He Suining could finish speaking, Consort Ru raised her voice impatiently, causing the Emperor to frown. "Your Majesty, I also think the Empress is right."

This empress has lost her mind. As expected of a young lady from a general's mansion, she doesn't understand subtlety.

She was so sure her son would win that she actually said such things; it was just letting him win for nothing.

Qin Jingxing also shared this view.

However, he didn't think He Suining had lost her mind; rather, he thought that He Suining was in love with him and was trying to find ways to do what was best for him.

The Emperor thought the suggestion was good and nodded. "Then what do the Empress and Consort think is the proper way to reward and punish?"

Consort Ru glanced at He Suining.

Given their social standing, she couldn't be the first to answer.

He Suining stood up from the phoenix chair and bowed to the emperor in return.

Compared to Consort Ru's slender and charming figure, she was more like the bright moon, with an elegant and radiant presence.

Even though the emperor had been thwarted by her several times, he still couldn't help but tremble for her.

"Your Majesty, I dare to ask, I have heard that there is a jade hairpin with a phoenix and a dragon in Your Majesty's private treasury. If Jin Nian wins this time, I wonder if it would be possible to bestow it upon him?"

He Suining did not say everything, but the emperor understood the meaning behind it.

Since the Empress made the request, it must be because Qin Jinnian missed his mother too much, which led the Empress to find out.

He originally only wanted to place Qin Jinnian under house arrest, not wanting him to leave the palace and be granted the title of king for nothing, and live a carefree life.

It would be best to get him to the Empress's side.

He never imagined that the Empress, who was several years younger than him, would treat him like her own son.

He even wanted to get back the jade hairpin that Consort Xian had once worn, so that she could see it and remember him.

It is said that a person who is to sit on the throne of empress must be a model of virtue and gentleness.

Today, for the first time, the emperor truly felt how good He Suining was.

The Emperor's gaze softened as he looked at He Suining. "Your Majesty is so kind."

He didn't say much either.

But they exchanged a smile and understood each other perfectly.

Consort Ru watched the two exchanging glances, her heart seething with resentment. As soon as the Empress finished speaking, she immediately interjected, "Your Majesty, since the Empress has made this request, then I shall also propose a punishment. Whoever loses shall be punished by having the Empress and my most beloved and cherished treasures in the palace."

"I've heard that the Empress has a shimmering glass cup bestowed by the Emperor, which shines beautifully at night. I've been envious of it for a long time..." Consort Ru made no attempt to conceal her ambition.

He Suining was not provoked; instead, she nodded in agreement, "Your Majesty, I also think Consort Ru's suggestion is good. However..."

Consort Ru raised an eyebrow, thinking that she was scared and wanted to make an excuse, "But what is it, Your Majesty? Tell me."

"I suspect that the most treasured item in Consort Ru's palace is probably the sandalwood ruyi that His Majesty bestowed upon her. I've heard that Consort Ru cherishes it day and night, playing with it every day. If she were really punished by having it taken out, would Consort Ru be willing to do so?"

What did she think she was?

Consort Ru shook her body dismissively.

Of course she couldn't bear to part with it.

With so many princes and princesses already in the palace, the emperor visited the harem much less frequently.

He visited her palace even less frequently.

That's why she cherished the sandalwood ruyi that the emperor had bestowed upon her. It not only expressed the emperor's affection for her, but also represented her status in the harem.

But she simply couldn't possibly lose.

Consort Ru glanced at the stunned Qin Jinnian and said dismissively, "Your Majesty is joking. Since I have made this promise, I will naturally keep it. Besides, His Majesty is right here. I would not dare to go back on my word in front of His Majesty. I cannot afford to lose face like that."

He Suining looked at the Emperor and said, "Then let the Emperor be the witness."

"Alright." With the emperor's order, the matter was settled.

The other princes looked at Qin Jinnian with pity.

As Qin Jinnian slowly made his way onto the stage, he overheard those who often mocked him joking with the other princes, "This Qin Jinnian actually dared to go up there. It seems that years in the cold palace have frozen his brain."

"That's right, didn't you see that even the burly fifth brother failed? He's tall and thin, I'm afraid he couldn't withstand a single sword strike from the second prince."

"Swords have no eyes, who knows..."

"Haha, you can't just say things like that."

The eunuchs bowed and presented two swords, which were indistinguishable; one could choose either one.

Qin Jinnian picked it up casually, waved it around in his hand a couple of times, and tested its feel.

Okay.

Qin Jingxing casually picked up a sword, his bright black eyes fixed on Qin Jinnian, his heart filled with excitement.

“Jingxing…you work very hard, but sometimes talent is worse than hard work. You don’t have any talent for swordsmanship, so you don’t need to be too hard on yourself.” It seemed to be his swordsmanship teacher from back then, earnestly advising him.

But as a child, he only felt frustrated.

Why can Qin Jinnian do it, but he can't?

His mother was already deeply favored by the emperor, which caused her to weep day and night and become unpredictable in her moods.

His son is also better than him.

The same was true of my father.

Those hearty laughs and exclamations of praise seemed to be enjoyed only by Qin Jinnian.

He still remembers.

He had once witnessed his father, who was seen as aloof and majestic by many princes, suddenly pick up young Qin Jinnian and scoop him up in his arms, a triumphant smile on his face.

It was as if Qin Jinnian was some precious treasure he cherished.

"Jin Nian is irreplaceable in my heart."

“Jin Nian will surely be extraordinary in the future.”

“Jin Nian…”

“Jin Nian…”

Recalling those expectant calls of Jin Nian, Qin Jingxing gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, momentarily lost in thought.

It wasn't until Qin Jinnian obediently called out to him, "Royal brother, royal brother?"

Qin Jingxing snapped out of his daze, quickly took two steps back, and raised his sword to assume a fighting stance.

This means that everything is about to begin.

Although he didn't want to admit it.

But from childhood to adulthood, Qin Jinnian has always been his childhood nightmare.

It's different now.

If we defeat him today, we will humiliate him severely under our swords.

With that shadow gone, he will surely usher in a bright future.

The two brothers stood facing each other.

The bright candlelight inside the palace illuminated everyone's faces, each displaying a different expression.

Qin Jinnian's expression was indifferent, yet she appeared somewhat gentle and obedient.

Qin Jingxing was a refined and gentle gentleman, but his face carried a hint of arrogance and ambition.

"I'm coming, Your Majesty." Qin Jingxing did not let his guard down because he underestimated Qin Jinnian; on the contrary, he was determined to defeat him with all his might.

Qin Jinnian is no match for him, and that's his own problem.

He gripped the sword in his hand and took a step forward, then several more.

That fierce intent seemed to make even the sword light it swung out appear menacing and menacing. "Brother, swords have no eyes, watch carefully!"

All eyes were on Qin Jinnian.

If I can't withstand this sword strike, I'm afraid I'll be seriously injured.

The emperor frowned.

He Suining chewed on the sweet and sour grapes in her mouth and glanced at him.

He frowned but did not stop it.

It is said that emperors are ruthless. Even if they see their beloved son fighting against another son, even if one of them might be seriously injured, they can remain unmoved.

He Suining thought about it and asked himself honestly.

Can I do it?

She shook her head.

She had never given birth, so she didn't know.

However, she once had a disciple whom she doted on. So much so that even when she discovered he had been deceiving her and even plotting against her, she couldn't bring herself to harm him. In the end, she severed all ties with him, vowing never to see him again.

A split second of effort.

Qin Jingxing had already closed in, but the scene everyone had imagined—Qin Jinnian retreating in a panic and being stabbed and seriously injured—did not occur.

in contrast.

Qin Jinnian advanced instead of retreating, his movements agile. He parried several attacks with his sword, seemingly effortless, but each parry was perfectly timed.

"Excellent swordsmanship."

"Fifth brother, why are you praising Qin Jinnian now?"

"Um, Your Majesty, I didn't mention him, but you're assuming I was talking about him, aren't you?"

"This……"

Yes, no one expected that Qin Jinnian, who had only been fostered by the Empress for a short time, would have such remarkable swordsmanship.

This inevitably brought back memories of everyone's childhood.

Whether it was his father, his teacher, or his martial arts and swordsmanship, they all praised Qin Jinnian for his extraordinary talent.

I was very resentful at the time.

I'm still not convinced, but I'm also starting to admire him a little.

"Hu-hu-"

He blocked all the continuous sword attacks, and Qin Jingxing took a few steps back, clutching his shoulders and panting heavily.

His eyes flashed with surprise and uncertainty as he glared at Qin Jinnian.

Qin Jinnian remained silent.

He wasn't breathing heavily, but his heaving chest seemed to tell those around him that he was quite exhausted.

He Suining, sitting in the superior position, gave a faint smile.

Little rascal.

When he competed with her, he didn't even catch his breath for an hour.

Right now, I'm exhausted.

Consort Ru below had assumed the battle was merely a tiger toying with its prey, something that would end easily. However, the scene before her was far from what she expected. She slammed her wine glass down, rubbing her temples in exasperation.

He suspected that he was hallucinating because he had drunk too much.

"Your Majesty, you have truly impressed me." Qin Jingxing was furious, his face flushed red.

For a moment, I didn't know whether I felt ashamed or angry, or perhaps both.

He raised his sword again and attacked Qin Jinnian.

Swords flashing and dancing.

The candlelight flickered.

The gleaming sword tip pierced towards Qin Jinnian's face.

Qin Jingxing suddenly noticed that he had looked up at him, his gaze as indifferent as when they were children, as if he didn't exist.

A moment of panic gripped my heart, and my hand trembled.

Oops.

This time, the stab definitely missed.

but.

To everyone's astonishment, Qin Jinnian seemed to be exhausted, her legs swayed, and a cut appeared on her fair face.

Qin Jingxing was taken aback.

Didn't have time to think too much.

Qin Jinnian took a deep breath, and his expression finally changed.

It was as if they had made up their minds and were beginning to fight back.

Although his swordsmanship was initially immature, as time went on, his aggressive advances became incredibly rapid, leaving Qin Jingxing unable to defend himself.