"That’s not necessarily the case," Xiao Jinsen said gravely, "When Xiao Jinxing was young before he became disabled, his martial arts were already the best among us princes. Even though I am a year older than him, I could not defeat him. And although he later became disabled, I heard he often studied military tactics and delved into secret martial arts texts. Given he had a solid foundation, now that he has recovered and has started re-practicing martial arts, even if for a short time, his prowess is definitely extraordinary."
Xie Ruiyao was still somewhat unwilling.
"Yao’er, you know how much our father the Emperor admires Xiao Jinxing. If I am surpassed by him this time, how will I be able to stand before the Emperor? Don’t you wish for me to ascend to the throne? Don’t you wish to, become my Imperial Concubine?" Xiao Jinsen tempted.
Xie Ruiyao bit her lip.
Being a Princess, how could it compare to being an Imperial Concubine?
She might even become the Empress.
She nodded, "Alright."
Of course, she agreed without hesitation.
In her heart, she thought, Ye Qichi should not blame her for standing by Prince Chu’s side.
She was indeed Prince Chu’s person.
And her interaction with Ye Qichi was also merely utilitarian.
Xiao Jinsen saw Xie Ruiyao agree and let out an evil chuckle in his heart.
He handed her the drug.
This drug, naturally, was not a Knockout Drug.
It was instead an aphrodisiac. Once used, one would immediately desire to engage in relations with a woman.
A viciousness flashed through Xiao Jinsen’s eyes.
After seeing Xie Ruiyao secure the aphrodisiac, he once again embraced her tightly in his arms.
Before allowing Xie Ruiyao to become Xiao Jinxing’s woman, he wanted to secure Xie Ruiyao’s heart for himself, ensuring he could control her to serve his purposes.
After holding Xie Ruiyao in his embrace, he then laid her down on the soft couch.
Xie Ruiyao and Bai Mowan truly resembled each other by eighty percent. If not for the delicate posture, he might have mistaken one for the other.
Xiao Jinxing, upon seeing her tomorrow with the influence of the drug, would certainly not resist.
Xiao Jinsen lowered his head, once again kissing Xie Ruiyao’s face, her mouth, her body.
But he was also very careful, making sure not to leave any marks on her body.
Of course, he would not go all the way.
Only a virgin can force Xiao Jinxing to take responsibility for Xie Ruiyao.
But aside from that, he could have his way with her everywhere else...
Xie Ruiyao was also lost in the sweetness offered by Xiao Jinsen, both of their clothes, in disarray...
The two, tangled in their fervent kiss, stopped.
They both felt something off within the room.
Was it the heat of their breaths that made each other feel feverish?!
No, that’s not right.
How could there be smoke in the room?
The door was suddenly flung open.
Upon seeing the entangled couple, the guard hastily turned around and knelt down, respectfully saying, "Prince, the temple is on fire!"
Xiao Jinsen hurriedly rose from the couch.
Xie Ruiyao also quickly got up.
Hearing about the fire, she was so scared that she did not even have time to tidy up her clothes.
Hastily, she and Xiao Jinsen prepared to leave the room.
At this moment, Xiao Jinsen was still holding Xie Ruiyao’s hand, pulling her to leave quickly.
If Xie Ruiyao died, his plans would be ruined.
Under the protection of the guards, the two of them quickly left the temple.
By now, parts of the temple had already started burning.
Everyone was trying to put out the fire.
Including Xiao Jinsen’s personal guards and some monks from the temple, among others.
Stepping out of the temple entrance.
Xiao Jinsen hadn’t yet caught his breath.
That’s when he suddenly saw Ye Qichi also hurriedly being escorted out of the temple.
Clearly, he had to come out because of the fire.
He came face to face with Xiao Jinsen.
Xiao Jinsen’s face turned green.
Why would Ye Qichi be here?
He distinctly ordered the entire Nanshan Temple to be locked down, how could Ye Qichi possibly get in?
Just as he was puzzled.
A voice suddenly rang out from behind, "Prince Chu?"
The familiar voice caused Xiao Jinsen to hastily turn around.
With one look, he saw Bai Mowan.
She was still in armor, clearly just returned from the border.
That Bai Mowan would arrive by noon?! How could she suddenly appear here now?
And next to her, Xiao Jinxing was standing as well.
Xiao Jinsen, who had never felt such panic in years, was notably flustered at this moment.
The crucial point was.
At this moment, he was still holding Xie Ruiyao’s hand.
Both he and Xie Ruiyao were clearly still in a state of disheveled attire!
Anyone could tell at a glance that he and Xie Ruiyao were having, a secret rendezvous!