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Chapter 8 – Drugging <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Chu Xie dismounted, showing respect for the top scholar’s request. “Alright.” The atmosphere was tense, as everyone expected Chu Xie, with his skill, to at least maim the top scholar. But then Chu Xie drew a longsword, and due to his weak and feeble arms, the … Read more
Chapter 7: Calling a Deer a Horse <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> In an instant, several more people entered the room. Jiang Yanchi hid in the shadows, slightly bowing his head. He could only see Chu Xie being helped to sit up, his shirt removed to reveal his fair and frail back. The butterfly-like bone … Read more
Chapter 6: A Beautiful and Tragic Fate <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> On the day of the Lantern Festival, the skies over the imperial city were overcast all day, indicating a night of strong winds and heavy rain. However, lanterns were still displayed in the bustling streets, and firecrackers never ceased to explode. Duan Se … Read more
Chapter 5: The County Prince <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The attendants who had accompanied Jiang Jingan from a remote border region were inexperienced and hadn’t seen much of the world. They were outraged that a mere eunuch would dare to intimidate their esteemed Prince with such arrogance. One of them angrily shouted, “How dare … Read more
Chapter 4: Chu Xie <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “Zhangyin*?”* position title A voice called out from behind, and Chu Xie saw Zhao Xuan, Duke Yue’s Shizi, dismounting from his horse. He greeted Chu Xie with a bow and asked, “What a rare encounter, meeting Zhangyin Chu at the hunting grounds.” Zhao Xuan Shizi, was … Read more
Chapter 3: Authority <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “Was there any shortcomings in the hospitality of the servants in the mansion?” Chu Xie turned his gaze to Jiang Yanchi, his eyes showing some regret, “It so happened that I had to go out for something today and couldn’t welcome the two esteemed guests in time. … Read more
Chapter 2: The Villain <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “Lord Chu is not here right now,” the gatekeeper explained with a friendly demeanor. It had been a long time since Duan Se had seen such a friendly smile, and she was on the verge of tears. She sniffled and asked, “When will he be back?” … Read more
Chapter 1: Little Prince <Table of Contents>Next Chapter> “Did you hear that there’s a prince living here?” “Shh, don’t mention him.” Under the shade of trees, two eunuchs whispered gossip as they glanced at the wall about ten feet away. The white wall and blue tiles appeared worn out due to their age, with a … Read more
