Chapter 122: Pouring Great Love into the Princess Consort, Prince Qi Dares to Be Angry but Not Speak (3)
Meanwhile—
Su Qing had no time to rest. His schedule was packed.
However, his busy schedule was quite different from others'—it hardly looked like official business at all.
Prince Qi's manor once again welcomed a guest that made everyone afraid to even whisper complaints.
But this time, Su Qing wasn't here to cause trouble—he had come specifically to express his gratitude.
After all, if he didn't show up in person, the other party might become suspicious.
That protective charm had indeed been useful—it was only right to thank a certain venomous Princess for it!
If he didn't play along with her act, wouldn't she feel too pitiful?
Han Jin Xiu had been waiting for some time.
She wasn't entirely pleased with his late arrival, but she hid her feelings well, assuming he had been busy handling the aftermath of recent events.
Dressed in a sleek black cheongsam with a simple shawl, the Princess appeared far less intimidating than usual.
Instead, she radiated an enchanting elegance that was impossible to ignore.
The perfectly proportioned princess waited with warm tea, her black silk-clad legs elegantly crossed, the gaps in her fishnet stockings revealing a blindingly fair contrast.
The tips of her high heels peeked out slightly, her pink toes carrying a healthy, enticing hue.
Even the simple act of brewing tea exuded an indescribable elegance and nobility.
At a single glance, she was truly mesmerizing to the extreme.
Though dissatisfied in her heart, she wasn't surprised by Su Qing's arrival.
She had perfected the art of keeping up appearances.
Su Qing, as always, sat beside her.
Before he could even sip his tea, he realized something.
The next scene would be a duel of acting skills between two seasoned performers.
As someone who knew the truth, he had absolute confidence in his performance.
"Seeing you safe and sound truly makes me happy."
Han Jin Xiu's voice was warm, carrying a sincerity she had never shown before.
She seemed completely won over, with no other thoughts lingering in her mind.
"Did you already know I would be ambushed? Is that why you gave me that thing?"
"Or… are you the mastermind behind the attack, doing this just to gain my trust?"
Su Qing's gaze was sharp as he asked.
"You… sigh, is that really how you see me? Think whatever you like."
Han Jin Xiu's hand paused slightly before she let out a soft sigh, her tone tinged with disappointment.
Her face displayed helplessness and sorrow, and even the tea she was holding spilled slightly.
Droplets fell onto the table as if mirroring the tears of a heart betrayed.
No matter how one looked at it, she truly seemed to be a woman crushed by the weight of mistrust.
"Don't… don't be like this. My suspicion was reasonable—this was a serious matter, after all."
"If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be standing here before you right now."
"I truly appreciate your kindness. I shouldn't have doubted you."
Su Qing's face showed a trace of guilt as he instinctively wrapped his arms around the princess's slender waist.
Leaning close to her ear, he sincerely admitted his mistake.
"You finally understand now?"
Han Jin Xiu's beautiful eyes sparkled with hopeful anticipation.
And Su Qing would never let this tenderness go to waste.
"Yes, many people want me dead. There are only a few who truly care about me."
"You risked yourself to help me—I could never betray your kindness."
"Then… to what extent can my lord prove this to me?"
Han Jin Xiu gazed deeply into Su Qing's eyes.
"The Imperial Jade Seal."
With these four softly spoken words, Su Qing seemed to lay everything bare.
"Once this crisis is settled, I will petition His Majesty to remove it from the treasury… and gift it to you."
In that instant, the venomous princess's eyes welled with tears of emotion.
"My lord… thank you!"
Uncontrollably, the woman who had long fallen for this young man nestled into his embrace once more.
Seriously now.
That was all it took to max out her favorability? He had expected her to be more formidable!
So young… still believing in love?
Did he really think conquering her was that easy? That he was that irresistible?
Too naïve!
No matter how cunning he was, in the end, he would bow before her!
A surge of uncontrollable conquest-filled pleasure swelled within the princess.
She had never felt this way before.
Though the process was a little roundabout, the final winner was clear.
After spending so much effort, she had finally taken complete control of this young beast!
He believed he was in charge, but in reality, he was already under her spell.
Soon enough, he would become her loyal hound, obedient to her every whim.
With his help, the entire capital would be hers to manipulate as she pleased.
The princess almost couldn't hold back her laughter.
But soon, she realized something wasn't right.
The hand on her waist was moving too freely…
And another hand had wandered to…
Han Jin Xiu's body stiffened as she looked down at the rogue hand.
"Apologies, I just escaped a life-threatening situation. I couldn't hold back."
"Jin Xiu-jie, since we're already this close, does it really matter anymore?"
Su Qing said with a smile, his eyes filled with undeniable affection.
Han Jin Xiu: "…"
Even as a highly intelligent woman, she found herself at a loss for words.
A flurry of thoughts raced through her mind before she finally settled on an expression of slight grievance.
Her body leaned softly against Su Qing, as if unwilling yet not resisting.
Of course, this was only an illusion.
Her hand pressed against his, exerting just enough pressure to feign reluctance.
"What's wrong? You don't want to?"
Su Qing, unable to proceed further, asked gently.
"I… I am still pure. I hope my lord can respect that."
"You are the first man to touch me in this way, but I am not ready yet…"
Han Jin Xiu's soft voice carried words that would make any man's pride swell.
Yet deep down, she was annoyed.
For now, she had no choice but to let him take some advantage.
But in the future? Hmph, he wouldn't even get a single touch!
Understanding this, Su Qing gentlemanly respected her wishes and refrained from pushing further.
Even so, this was already enough to leave the prideful princess somewhat breathless and uneasy.
And yet, the act had to continue.
"My lord… I'm so happy… to be loved by you…"
Her voice was soft, as if carrying an endless stream of emotions.