The prince longs for me every night after mastering thought-reading
Chapter 297 - 296: The Crown Prince’s Promise, Major Secret

Chapter 297: Chapter 296: The Crown Prince’s Promise, Major Secret

Xiao Jinyan shook his head, "I’m fine."

Warm and fragrant as jade in his arms, the rich scent aroused wild thoughts.

Xiao Jinyan leaned down, seeking her breath, and kissed her lips.

This was the best way to relieve stress.

Shen Chuwei thought Xiao Jinyan was under great pressure and not interested in this regard, but it was just what she thought.

After Shen Chuwei’s previous enlightenment, Xiao Jinyan knew what the safe period and ovulation period were.

It was easier to conceive during the ovulation period.

Although he didn’t understand much, he understood this.

Therefore, this was the most appropriate time to try for a baby.

Xiao Jinyan was exceptionally earnest that night, forgetting the pressure that came from the Emperor.

His magnetic voice was right at her ear, burning with heat.

"Xiaojiu."

Shen Chuwei clung tightly to Xiao Jinyan’s neck, her unsteady voice breaking intermittently from her mouth.

At the fourth watch of the night, Xiao Jinyan finally held the person beneath him in his arms contentedly – by then, the person in his arms had already fallen asleep.

Today, from the tone of his father the Emperor, he felt that the road ahead was not going to be easy.

Only in this position could he truly understand the feeling of helplessness.

Xiao Jinyan went to Hehuan Hall two days in a row.

Shen Chuwei heard a bunch from Lady Liu during the day, especially that Concubine Xue had been preparing to serve in the bedchamber for these two days.

But when Xiao Jinyan came, he didn’t mention it and was only focused on trying hard, again and again, to make a baby.

Concubine Xue had asked her several times to inquire whether Xiao Jinyan was really going to follow through.

Shen Chuwei waited for Xiao Jinyan to bring it up voluntarily, but unfortunately, he never mentioned a word about it.

She had to take the initiative to ask, "Your Highness, are you going to consummate with Concubine Xue?"

Xiao Jinyan paused in his actions and looked at the puzzled face before him. He knew Shen Chuwei was oblivious to external affairs, but he couldn’t rule out Lady Liu’s blabbermouth telling her.

"Is this the time to bring up another woman?"

Shen Chuwei shook her head.

If she didn’t ask now, there would be no chance to do so at other times.

If Concubine Xue came over tomorrow, she wouldn’t know how to respond.

She says she trusts Xiao Jinyan, but Concubine Xue won’t believe it.

Xiao Jinyan had intended to handle the matter discreetly, but now that Xiaojiu had asked, he gave her the truthful answer.

"I won’t consummate with her. The promise I made to her was just a temporary measure."

Shen Chuwei’s eyes curved with her smile upon hearing this; her trust in Xiao Jinyan was not misplaced after all.

Xiao Jinyan kissed the corner of her lips, "Never believe what outsiders say."

Shen Chuwei obediently nodded, "I know."

Xiao Jinyan looked down at her, and although he could not hear her inner thoughts, it did not stop him from trusting her.

Who wouldn’t have a few complaints in their heart?

For instance, right now, Xiaojiu was probably complaining about why he had such stamina? Why couldn’t he balance work with rest? Why it was always not enough?

Shen Chuwei complained silently a few times and wiped away her tears, "This concubine wants to sleep."

Xiao Jinyan kissed her gently, "It’ll be over soon."

Before Shen Chuwei could complain further, Xiao Jinyan had already guessed it; Xiaojiu would certainly complain, for how long had the promised "soon" already passed?

"This time, it’s for real."

Shen Chuwei had just finished her silent complaints when she heard Xiao Jinyan’s words, leaving her bewildered for a long while.

Suddenly, a possibility struck her, and she widened her eyes. Could it be that Xiao Jinyan had the ability to read minds?

The next day, Shen Chuwei had her morning meal but still could not resurrect herself. She lay on the couch, looking at the table where twin lotus blooms were, feeling that they appeared more glorious than usual, like they were at the peak of their bloom.

She knew that the twin lotus flowers were not far from withering.

One step closer to having lotus seeds for her to eat.

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Xueyan had been preparing to serve in the Bedchamber these past few days, determined to give Xiao Jinyan an unforgettable night and had read two books on spring affairs.

She even specially invited a nanny to teach her the matters of serving in bed, all with the goal of outshining Shen Chuwei.

She wanted Xiao Jinyan to know that she was a hundred times better than Shen Chuwei.

Not only that, but she had consumed a lot of tonics over these two days.

Every day, she bathed with fresh flower petals and took care of her skin with valuable essential oils.

"Princess, your skin is fairer than snow, something that Lady Shen cannot compare with, you’ll surely win the man’s favor in serving the Bedchamber this time." Shuiyao said while applying the essential oil.

Xueyan looked at herself in the bronze mirror, very satisfied with her appearance, her beautiful eyes brimming with contentment and pride.

"Naturally, I am the distinguished Princess, what does she have to compare with me?"

Shuiyao also praised, "Princess is of noble birth, Lady Shen can’t even compare to a single strand of your hair."

In the afternoon, Liu Xi walked into Qimeng Hall with a smile beaming with joy.

"Lady Xue, His Highness will come for dinner tonight, prepare a little earlier."

"I understand, thank you Eunuch Liu for the reminder." Xueyan had trouble concealing her happiness.

Shuiyao took out a chunk of gold and stuffed it into Liu Xi’s hand.

Liu Xi accepted it with a happy chuckle, "Thank you for the reward, Lady Xue."

After Liu Xi left, Xueyan took out the blessing pouch from under her pillow, determined to win the man’s favor in one go.

As soon as Liu Xi stepped out of Qimeng Hall, he bumped into Lady Chang. He approached with a bow, "Lady Chang."

Lady Chang, seeing Liu Xi coming from Qimeng Hall, thought about the rumor rapidly spreading through the East Palace that Lady Xue was about to serve in bed.

She stepped forward, probing, "Eunuch Liu, what was that about?"

Liu Xi cheerfully responded, "Lady Chang, I went to notify Lady Xue that His Highness will dine in Qimeng Hall tonight."

Although Lady Chang had guessed as much, hearing it directly was another matter altogether. She had never served in the Bedchamber. Xueyan had not been here long, and she was already to serve in bed?

Who could remain calm or accept this?

"I see, no wonder Eunuch Liu had to make a trip personally."

Liu Xi replied warmly, "This is what I should do. If Lady Chang has no further instructions, I shall return to report back."

Lady Chang nodded and watched as Liu Xi returned to the Crown Prince’s Bedchamber, her gentle eyes immediately turning cold.

"Huai Xiang, send that bunch of lilies to Qimeng Hall."

Huai Xiang replied, "At once."

Huai Xiang carried the pot of lilies to Qimeng Hall.

"Lady Xue, my young mistress specifically ordered me to bring this to congratulate Lady Xue, the lilies symbolize a harmonious union for a hundred years."

Xueyan was to serve in the Bedchamber tonight, in a good mood. She originally found Huai Xiang’s presence a bit ominous, but upon hearing her words, her gaze lingered a few moments longer on the lilies she held.

Considering the auspicious implications, she decided to keep them.

"Go back and tell Lady Chang, thank you for her kind intentions."

"Then I shall return to report back." Huai Xiang lowered her eyes and withdrew.

Xueyan, admiring the freshness of the lilies, instructed Shuiyao, "Place the lilies inside the inner chamber."

"I shall take them in right away." Shuiyao happily carried the lilies into the inner chamber.

At the time of lighting the lamps,

Xueyan had dinner prepared and sat waiting at the dining table.

Xiao Jinyan arrived as promised.

Xueyan happily greeted him, "Your Highness."

Once Xiao Jinyan sat down, he glanced over the food on the table, his voice cold and distant, "I’ve kept you waiting."

"I have not waited long." Xueyan picked up the wine pitcher and filled a cup for Xiao Jinyan, "Your Highness, this wine was brought by your concubine from Xueyue Country, please try it."

Xiao Jinyan said coldly, "I do not drink."

Xueyan had originally wanted to drink to heighten the mood, but with Xiao Jinyan’s refusal, she had no choice but to put down the wine pitcher.