When Gou Liang's party was about to arrive at Yangzhou, Prince An bid farewell to the refugees and began his journey back to the Capital.
Seeing him off, the people knelt before him.
The scene of Prince An's departure was sent to the Emperor's desk. Under the flickering candlelight, the Emperor gradually frowned.
The eyes of the imperial court were fixed on Prince An. Everyone knew that once he returned, the situation in the Capital City would change.
Eastern Palace.
Li Yan's face was sallow and anxious. He had lost a lot of weight and looked like he was seriously ill.
"Chonghui, now that things have come to this, do you have any countermeasures?"
Outside information channels were all blocked. As the Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace, not only was he imprisoned by the Emperor, his servants were all replaced by the Emperor's men. Now, other than Zhong Yue, he did not have anyone he could trust.
A month was about to pass, and he didn't even know how many henchmen he had gathered back then were left.
Or perhaps, they had all betrayed him.
Thinking of this, Li Yan felt like he was being boiled in oil. His eyes were full of hostility.
Zhong Yue coughed before he could speak. After a while, he stopped coughing and said, "You don't have to be so anxious. Things haven't reached the worst yet. The more anxious you are, the more chaotic you will be."
Compared to Li Yan, Zhong Yue's face was worse. On the first night of moving to the Eastern Palace, all the secret medicine he carried with him was stolen.
He knew that it was the Emperor's doing, but now he was not even allowed to walk out of the palace, let alone ask for an explanation. He could only endure this loss. Without the secret medicine of the clan, his damaged body could not be nourished and treated. His heart was in pain and he could not sleep at night.
Li Yan could not calm down, "If this is not a hopeless situation, when is it? Chonghui, I know you have a backup plan. When will you be willing to help me? "
Zhong Yue heard this and anger rose from his heart. Before he could refute, he coughed again.
Li Yan's eyes flashed with impatience, but he still got up and walked to his side. He absent-mindedly helped him breathe and poured water.
He said, "Chonghui, I know what I said is taboo for the Zhong Family. But now, King An has returned. This time, the Zhang family even led the troops to provide relief. They have made outstanding contributions. Are you going to just watch the two of them rise to the top? "
If Li Yan was still the Prince who was suppressed by the fake Crown Prince, he would not be as impatient as he was now. However, after experiencing the taste of supreme power, losing it again was far more torturous than not being able to obtain it.
In the short month that he had been imprisoned in the Eastern Palace, his patience had been exhausted.
"Cough, cough, cough …"
Zhong Yue shut his eyes tightly, hiding the deep disappointment and hatred in his eyes.
What Li Yan didn't know was that the Zhong Clan didn't dare to give him any help in order to help him pass the Life and Death Tribulation.
Even if he had a backup plan, at this moment, he would not foolishly hand it over to Li Yan.
During this one month of confinement, Li Yan wasn't the only one who woke up from his dream of power. Zhong Yue also woke up. He finally saw the true face of this man. He had lost his glamorous appearance, lost his identity as the Crown Prince, lost the respect and admiration of tens of thousands of people. Li Yan had become selfish, incompetent, and ugly.
Just like at this moment, Li Yan's every word was like a stab to his heart.
King An, the Zhang family, these were the people he hated the most. They were the ones who humiliated him immensely. But now, Li Yan was using them as a bargaining chip to provoke him … Did he care about him at all?
Zhong Yue wanted to kill this man, but he also felt that this wouldn't help him pass the tribulation. Instead, he would forever be trapped in his love for Li Yan.
Moreover, he was unwilling … Even if this man died, he could only belong to him, Zhong Yue!
When the coughing finally subsided, Zhong Yue's face lost its last trace of color. His lips were as white as paper.
He sneered and said, "What are you afraid of? No matter how powerful King An is, as long as the Emperor is dead, as long as you are the Crown Prince, the world will naturally be yours. Even if King An wants to usurp the throne, which is treason, I have my ways to make him die without a burial place! "
"What nonsense are you talking about!"
Li Yan's face changed as he shouted. At the same time, he stood up vigilantly to check the windows. After confirming that no one was watching them, he sighed in relief.
Turning back, Li Yan lowered his voice and scolded, "Father's spies are everywhere now. How can you speak so carelessly?"
Zhong Yue looked at him indifferently.
The disdain in his eyes made Li Yan angry, but he could only endure it and sit next to him. He asked softly, "Chong Hui, for you to say this, could it be that you already planned this … Could it be that you gave Father the secret medicine?"
"The Liang Dynasty's Martial Emperor is insatiable. If he stole my medicine just to guard against me, then it's fine. But if he has the slightest greed … Heh, how can a mere commoner like him withstand the blessing of the heavens? When the time comes, I'm afraid he won't be eating a miracle pill, but a death sentence! "
Zhong Yue said fiercely.
This month's torture had made him hate the Emperor. He wished he could die sooner.
Li Yan's face was filled with joy, but then he said worriedly, "Father has always been cautious. I'm afraid he won't be in a hurry to use those medicines. Now that Li Mu has returned to the capital, if Father loses his mind and decides to make him the Crown Prince … "
"Don't worry."
Zhong Yue interrupted him and sneered, "I've already calculated for him. In this life, he won't have that fate!"
Li Yan was overjoyed. He hugged Zhong Yue again and asked him in a low voice how he felt.
Leaning against each other, they didn't see the disgust in each other's eyes. They also didn't know how ugly their expressions were.
【Gou Liang: Isn't it said that a bitch and a dog will be together forever? It's so easy to break up. There's no challenge at all.】
【System: Then don't worry about them. Focus on completing the mission, Master! = v =】
【Gou Liang: Speaking of which, they really are a match made in heaven. They only love each other. Otherwise, they wouldn't be unable to withstand such a small test.】
【System: Master, master, mission progress, mission progress! Almost a year has passed, and you're only at 10%. Are you worthy of your battle record?】
【Gou Liang: En, it seems that I have to give them something to do. Otherwise, how boring would it be for the Zhong family to keep hiding in their turtle shell?】
【System: … Ignoring the system will lead to retribution, T ^ T.】
"Master, we've arrived at the Lin family's residence."
Zhong Quan's reminder made Gou Liang, who was leaning against him with his eyes closed, come out of his sea of consciousness.
There was a lonely mountain outside of Yangzhou City. This place was once next to a mass grave. It was very inauspicious, but thirty years ago, the richest family in Jiangnan, the Lin family, unexpectedly chose to settle down here. It was said that the Lin family had too much good fortune. Their descendants couldn't bear it, so they often fell ill and had short lives. Therefore, they found a secluded place to settle down. After that, they enjoyed the lifespan of a normal person and regained their health.
At this time, the usually quiet Lin family residence was unusually lively. Everyone in the Lin family stood guard in front of the main door with respectful expressions. The closer the carriage came, the straighter their backs became.
Gou Liang was carried out of the carriage by Zhong Quan. He heard someone shout: "Lin An Nan welcomes the distinguished guest!"
He looked around and saw hundreds of people standing respectfully with their heads bowed. Among them, there was a curious little boy who wanted to raise his head to look at him. However, he was pressed down by the woman next to him, who pressed down his head to prevent him from peeking.
Gou Liang: "… …"
"No need to be so polite. We've disturbed your residence."
Hearing this, Lin An Nan dared to straighten up and say: "You're too polite. Your visit brings light to our humble dwelling!"
When he saw Gou Liang sitting in a wheelchair, Lin An Nan hurriedly lowered his waist, not daring to let Gou Liang look up at him. Since he did this, the others naturally didn't dare to straighten their backs.
When they entered the courtyard specially prepared for Gou Liang, Lin An Nan hurriedly knelt down and said: "Quan Qi greets the master and leader."
"Get up."
Gou Liang looked at the chubby man in front of him and said lightly.
Jiangnan Lin Residence was a large base of Cang Ya. No matter what kind of relationship these people had, it was just a cover. The Lin family wasn't a family business, so there was no real blood relationship. Every generation's master was a shadow guard of Cang Ya, who would change every twenty years to prevent people from being greedy and disloyal.
Lin An Nan stood up and said respectfully: "Bifeng Courtyard has already been remodeled according to the leader's wishes. If the master is not used to it or is missing something, this subordinate will make changes and add more."
His tone was excited and cautious. This was the first time he had met his master, so he couldn't help but be nervous.
"En, I understand. Tell the others to carefully serve Old Jiang. Don't stop him from doing anything. If he lacks something, do your best to help him, understood? "
"Yes, this subordinate obeys!"
Gou Liang nodded, "If there's nothing else, you can leave. There's no need to serve me so often."
Hearing this, Lin An Nan didn't dare to stay. As soon as he left, Gou Liang tiredly pinched his eyebrows. Zhong Quan squatted down and said: "You're tired from running around today. Master, why don't you rest first?"
Gou Liang didn't agree and told him to go get his crutches. Today's rehabilitation mission hadn't been completed yet.
When he was sweating profusely and physically exhausted, he had Zhong Quan carry him to the bathroom in the side room.
The richest man had his own way of living. Just this bathroom was incomparably luxurious. The bath was made of white jade. Not only was it filled with hot spring water, but even the floor was paved with jade. The exquisite carved screen made of nanmu wood was very expensive. The bed for resting was made of a complete piece of jade. Even the palace might not have such luxury.
Gou Liang was undressed and placed in the water. He sighed comfortably.
"No wonder I heard that there were less people competing for your position as leader than Quan Qi." Gou Liang took a sip of the warm water he handed him and asked with a smile: "With your ability, the position of Quan Qi should be at your fingertips. Why did you ask for such a hard job?"
Zhong Quan glanced at his dimples and glanced at the white luster on his chest. The two bulges weren't as gorgeous as the ones he used to pinch between his fingers. The light pink color on his chest was very beautiful … His voice was a bit tight: "It's just a joke. Whether it's the leader or Quan Qi, they all belong to Master. And … this subordinate is only willing to protect Master. "
"I know you're loyal."
Gou Liang put down the cup and stirred the hot spring water. He said with some regret: "How can there be no wine in the hot spring? This is boring."
Zhong Quan advised: "You're still taking medicine. You can't drink wine. Master, please take care of your body."
"Long-Winded." Gou Liang glanced at him and saw his eyes glued to his face. He couldn't help but smile deeper: "Go get the wine."
"Master."
Zhong Quan didn't move and looked at him disapprovingly.
Gou Liang raised his hand and flicked the water on his face. He said unhappily: "Since I can't drink, why don't you drink for me? Go quickly. Or, do you dare to not listen to me? "
Only then did Zhong Quan leave. He didn't dare to leave Gou Liang here alone. He went quickly and came back quickly. It only took a few breaths of time.
Gou Liang rested his head on his arm and lazily watched him drink.
He didn't tell him to stop, so he just drank one cup after another. It didn't look like he was drinking wine, but more like he was drinking from a cow.
"Is it good?"
Gou Liang asked him.
Zhong Quan said: "It's okay."
Gou Liang raised his hand and let him pass the wine cup to him. He smelled it. The faint smell of plum mixed with the fragrance of rice wine. He had long heard that Jiangnan's plum wine was different from the rest. It smelled really interesting. Gou Liang was a bit moved. He said: "It looks like water. No wonder you don't feel drunk even after drinking so much." He revealed a deep smile to Zhong Quan.
Taking advantage of Zhong Quan's dazed state under the attack of his dimples, Gou Liang quickly lowered his head and — — kissed Zhong Quan's hand.
This guy had long been on guard against him. It would be a pity if he didn't go to the casino and cheat when he took the wine cup!
Gou Liang glared at him with hatred.
Zhong Quan's heart skipped a beat. He saw that Gou Liang was still holding his hand. His palm couldn't help but sweat a bit. He whispered: "Master, don't be greedy."
"I haven't drunk yet. What am I greedy for? It's just a taste. Are you going to give it to me or not? "
His almond eyes were wide open and his aura was awe-inspiring. He pouted and acted like a spoiled child.
Zhong Quan couldn't take it anymore.
Other than when they were in bed, Gou Liang had never shown him such an expression. It was never cold or harsh. Zhong Quan's heart was itching and his flesh trembled. He looked at the faintly discernible dimples and almost couldn't control himself. But in the end, he sent the wine cup and the jug far away. He sternly said: "Drinking wine is harmful to the body. It conflicts with the medicine. Don't mess around."
Gou Liang was discouraged. He splashed water on Zhong Quan's face and leaned back in his chair: "Why aren't you serving me yet?"
Zhong Quan wiped his face and worked tirelessly to wipe the front and back of his face.
Gou Liang hugged his arm and sniffed his mouth. His eyes curved as he said: "Lingering fragrance. Not bad. I just don't know how it tastes … Zhong Quan, close your eyes."
Zhong Quan stopped washing his back and closed his eyes.
"Lower your head."
Zhong Quan lowered his head.
Gou Liang raised his head and kissed him on the lips. The strong tangerine fragrance and Positive Spirit Power had already attracted his soul. Now that they were so close, he couldn't help but stick out his tongue and lick it gently.
Zhong Quan's whole body stiffened.
Her breath on his face intertwined with his. The soft touch on his lips, the moist and warm tongue lingered between his lips, as if she was hesitating. Zhong Quan's heart was beating like a drum. He couldn't help but open his eyes and see Gou Liang with his eyes closed. His eyelashes trembled as if he was enduring something …
He clenched the handkerchief and forcefully pulled Gou Liang into his chest, kissing him deeply.
"En …"
Gou Liang let out a low groan, while vaguely cursing him for his impudence. Zhong Quan's hand, which was stroking Gou Liang's back, lifted up and clasped the back of Gou Liang's head, not allowing Gou Liang to escape.
This was the most intimate contact they had outside of the bed, or outside of Gou Liang's poison. He had been longing for it for a long time. Once he let go, he couldn't be satisfied.
Gou Liang's tongue was numb from his sucking. He couldn't take it, let alone taste it carefully. He immediately opened his eyes and stared at him with dissatisfaction.
Zhong Quan's whole body stiffened and his movements stopped.
He was indeed presumptuous. Today was only the fifth day of Chinese New Year. He should have held back …
Gou Liang's eyes were full of anger, but he didn't push him away. He bit his lips and said sternly, "Who allowed you to open your eyes? Close them!"
Zhong Quan trembled and looked into his eyes. He saw that there was the same eagerness in his eyes. It was just that he was shy and didn't want to show it. His heart shrank. He closed his eyes and kissed him fiercely again.
Gou Liang's voice was muffled by him. He said vaguely, "Let go of me," but he didn't have any prestige.
[Ding! Mission progress bar advanced. Current mission progress: 11%!]
"Slow, slow down … I haven't … tasted it yet … oh …"
Zhong Quan didn't listen. Instead, he used more strength and went deeper. His kisses were fast and fast, as if he wanted to eat his entire body.
Gou Liang had no choice but to give up. He loosened his fists that had been pounding him and hugged his neck dejectedly, as if he was letting him do whatever he wanted.
Zhong Quan hugged him tightly. No matter how much he kissed, it wasn't enough. Gou Liang was also stirred up by him. He habitually sank and raised his legs to clamp his waist. His whole body leaned on him. But when he moved his leg, Zhong Quan immediately came to his senses.
He pressed down on Gou Liang's legs and let go of his lips, saying, "Master, don't touch your leg injury."
Gou Liang's eyes were misty. He didn't understand why he was hugging him. Zhong Quan lowered his head and sucked on his lips. He then carried him out of the bath.
"It's not good to soak in the hot spring for too long. This subordinate will take master back to rest."
Gou Liang seemed to suddenly come back to his senses. He took back his hand and turned his head to cough. He tried to pretend that nothing had happened and said, "That's good too."
Zhong Quan hugged him and kissed his dimple.
Gou Liang angrily glared at him, "If you dare to be impudent again, I won't forgive you!"
Zhong Quan laughed softly, "Master, don't forgive me. Quan is willing to be punished."
He brought Gou Liang to sit on the jade bed. He pulled the cloth that was draped over the screen and wiped his body. Gou Liang, who was placed on his lap, moved awkwardly and accidentally bumped into a scalding hot and hard object … He suddenly froze, his face flushed red.
Zhong Quan lowered his head to look at him. After a while, he pulled his completely red master into his arms. He held him tightly and didn't want to let go.
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