The Princess and Her Rough-Rider Khan -
Chapter 394 - 393 You and I are husband and wife, what is there to fear? (One more)
Chapter 394: 393 You and I are husband and wife, what is there to fear? (One more)
Having left the door of the east wing room, Li Xianyun was still worried about the few children. She looked at Youlan and said, "Youlan, you stay here to accompany them to sleep. Their families should be here by morning."
"Yes."
Seeing Jinwu looking hesitant to speak, Li Xianyun smiled and said, "Guard Jinwu, you stay and protect Youlan. If even a single hair of Youlan’s is missing, you alone will answer for it."
Jinwu’s eyes lit up, the gloom completely dissipating as he quickly smiled and said, "Thank you, Princess Consort."
As soon as he finished speaking, he realized he should first seek the permission of his own Khan, as he was under the direct command of the Khan.
Jinwu turned towards Yelu Yan, bowing with his arm across his body, and said, "If I may report to the Khan, may I...?"
Yelu Yan kicked Jinwu with his foot and said, "Whatever the Princess Consort says goes. Even I must listen to the Princess Consort. Why do you ask me for permission?"
Li Xianyun pursed her lips and smiled. This man was always kicking people, truly rough and untamed.
Jinwu bowed with his arm across his body, smiling foolishly, "Thank you, Khan. Thank you, Princess Consort."
Youlan was puzzled. What was there to thank for? She found it very strange.
Yelu Yan carried Li Xianyun out of Xuanyi Pavilion in his arms.
At the grand entrance, four lanterns gently swayed in the wind. In the warm yellow light, two shadows fell on the ground, snuggled closely together, looking very intimate.
Bater and a guard had already opened the door of the carriage and set up the carriage stool.
Yelu Yan carried Li Xianyun into the carriage.
His martial arts skills were excellent, and his hearing was exceptional. He suddenly sensed something unusual and his deep eyes swept across a dark corner, shooting forth an intimidating coldness.
Li Xianyun had buried her little face in his neck initially but felt him stop, looking up at him curiously, "What’s the matter, husband?"
Yelu Yan had already composed his emotions, kissing the top of her head and lightly laughed, "It’s nothing."
As he spoke, he carried Li Xianyun into the carriage, placing her on his lap, and held her in his embrace while picking up a pastry from the desk and handing it to her, "Have this to tide you over; we’ll soon arrive at Songhe Tower."
"Mmm." Li Xianyun took the pastry and nibbled on it bit by bit.
Yelu Yan opened the window and lifted the curtain, glancing at a guard.
The guard understood the signal, bowed with his arm across his body, and quietly slipped away.
Yelu Yan closed the window and lowered the curtain, then looked down affectionately at Li Xianyun in his embrace, smiling, "You’ll eat properly next time, understand?"
"Mmm."
Yelu Yan leaned in and pecked her smooth cheek twice, saying, "You’re such a good girl."
He then picked up a leather water flask from the desk, the water still warm.
Yelu Yan opened the lid and brought it to Li Xianyun’s lips, "Have a drink of water."
Li Xianyun raised her little hand to rest on his large one holding the flask, sipped a bit from his hand, and shook her head, "No more."
Yelu Yan lifted his hand to wipe the water from the corner of her mouth, looking at her with a smile.
Why could he never tire of gazing at his woman?
The carriage rolled on, and in the span of a cup of tea, they arrived at the back door of Songhe Tower.
It was mealtime, and like always, Songhe Tower was bustling with guests, but since they entered from the back door, they were directly led to a private room on the fifth floor without disturbance from others.
Once in the private Tian-character room on the fifth floor, Li Xianyun ordered a few of her favorite dishes.
She was indeed starving today and thought to herself that she must make sure to eat well in the future.
The owner of Songhe Tower was Yelu Yan’s man.
Even when Yelu Yan was still a prince, Songhe Tower belonged to him.
However, this fact was very secretive, known only to a few close to him.
The patrons of Songhe Tower were a mixed bunch, and many pieces of information were obtained from there.
This place served as Yelu Yan’s secret hub for obtaining and transmitting messages.
Li Xianyun had just ordered a few dishes, and within moments, the owner himself, accompanied by two waiters, came up to serve them.
At that time, Yelu Yan was resting his long arm behind Li Xianyun’s chair, their legs touching each other, as if he was holding her in his embrace. His other hand was gently pinching her small hand.
Her little hand was soft and boneless, and squeezing it felt very comfortable.
Yelu Yan’s imposing body leaned toward her, he lowered his head to speak to her, as if he wanted to stick to Li Xianyun’s side, his eyes brimming with laughter and indulgence.
He was like a tamed big tiger, his terrible fangs retracted, gentle and innocent.
"Tired?" the big tiger asked.
"A bit."
"After returning to the palace, rest early. You don’t need to get up early tomorrow."
"That won’t do, Xuanyi Pavilion has just started, many things have not yet fallen into place, and need to be followed up on slowly, so I can’t sleep in for some days."
Yelu Yan kissed Li Xianyun on the cheek, "I don’t want you to be so tired, I just want to raise you like a little pig."
Li Xianyun used her other free hand to push at Yelu Yan’s forehead, laughing, "You are the little pig."
"That’s fine, I’m the boar, and you are the little sow. We are a natural match."
"Not serious."
Li Xianyun knew he was teasing her, but she had no way to handle him.
Just then, the owner of the tower knocked on the door from outside, saying, "Esteemed guests, the dishes are ready, may I come in?"
Li Xianyun pulled her small hand from his rough one and nudged him with her elbow, discontentedly, "Someone is coming, sit properly."
"You and I are husband and wife, not sneaking around. What is there to fear?"
Not one word out of his mouth was serious.
Li Xianyun let out an "ow," a prelude to her getting upset.
Yelu Yan touched his nose and reluctantly straightened up, leaning against the back of the chair. He cleared his throat and said indifferently, "Come in."
The owner entered with two servers, bows and smiles in place. "My lord, madam, sorry to keep you waiting."
The owner personally arranged the dishes, giving ample face to Yelu Yan, naturally treating his own lord with great respect.
Li Xianyun watched how diligent the owner was, smooth with pleasantries, and continually watching Yelu Yan’s expressions with great caution.
As for Yelu Yan, he leaned back in his chair, looking ahead, his expression unfathomable, indifferent, and enigmatic.
So this was how he treated his subordinates; no wonder people were so afraid of Yelu Yan.
Indeed, he was quite frightening when not smiling.
Li Xianyun thought back to when she had just entered the palace and how Yelu Yan had never looked at her with such an expression; it seemed she was indeed granted special treatment.
With that thought, Li Xianyun raised her tender hand to her cheek, smiling with sweet dimples showing, as dish after dish of delicacies were placed on the table, steam rising, fragrant and enticing, drawing out one’s taste buds.
Yelu Yan gazed at Li Xianyun.
His lovely, soft, fragrant beauty had a mesmerizing look in her eyes, her body exuding languidness, enough to enchant anyone to death.
Yelu Yan wrapped an arm around her fragrant shoulders and leaned in, "What are you thinking about? Hm?"
Others were still around.
Li Xianyun sat up straighter, kicking his foot lightly and giving him a sideways glance.
Yelu Yan then reluctantly sat up properly.
Seeing this, the owner did not dare to stay longer; after arranging the dishes, he led the servers out respectfully, closing the door from the outside.
Yelu Yan picked up a small bowl to ladle soup for Li Xianyun; he had to ensure she was fed well.
Li Xianyun looked at Yelu Yan and smiled, "Husband, is he your man?"
Yelu Yan laughed, "You noticed?"
As he spoke, he placed the small bowl in front of Li Xianyun and began to serve her some dishes, "Aren’t you hungry? Eat some more."
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