Chapter 616 - Fearing One’s Disappearance
Chapter 616: Fearing One’s Disappearance
Translator: Larbre Studio Editor: Larbre Studio
Shadow looked at Yun Biluo’s silhouette and became a little worried. He was not worried about what she would do, but rather that His Highness would attract the Empress’ resentment by chasing her away. If the Empress discovered His Highness’ fault now, His Highness would be in grave danger.
As such a big incident occurred on the Eldest Prince’s side, he would definitely not take it silently. He would surely find trouble with His Highness when he was released.
Judging from the incident of claiming Helian Wei Wei, it seemed that things would undoubtedly go south this time.
Shadow could clearly feel that there was something wrong with His Highness’ mood. After he heard the news that the Empress wanted his maid, he constantly wore a menacingly cold expression on his small, noble face, even as he went to bed.
Shadow was afraid that he would do something rash but strangely, the little boy did not react abnormally. He did what he usually did today, but his eyes darkened gradually and intimidatingly.
“Are you still worried about the Eldest Prince?” Helian Wei Wei supported her chin with both hands while looking at the little boy lying on the bed. Then, she smiled and said, “Actually, this problem can be easily resolved. As long as you promise to go back with me, I will disappear from this world immediately. Then, the Eldest Prince will never be able to see me again. How’s that? Isn’t that killing two birds with one stone?”
When the little boy heard the word ‘disappear’, his small hands that were covered under the quilt suddenly tightened. However, his face remained calm and indifferent as he uttered, “I told you to stop worrying about him. Now close your eyes and sleep.”
He’s ordering me again? Helian Wei Wei realized that this child was very young but was already an expert in ordering others. However, the situation had become very serious. Yet, he still did not want to go back with her. What is he thinking? Can he not trust me enough?
Helian Wei Wei frowned in confusion. After some time had passed, only the sound of light snorings could be heard from the royal chamber.
Suddenly, the little boy opened his eyes and looked at the side of Helian Wei Wei’s face. As he stared, a hint of coldness surfaced in his black eyes…
The night slowly thickened.
It was freezing cold, but it simply made the Eldest Prince want to have fun even more.
When he was imprisoned, he had no idea what was happening outside. He thought that with his mother’s help, things would be resolved soon.
However, he could not control his lust. Hence, he summoned the palace maid who delivered meals to Baili Jia Jue to meet him and gave her a packet of medicine. He ordered, “Put this into the woman’s food tomorrow. Then, lure her here.”
The palace maid looked at the medicine and knew what he was trying to do. She felt jealous at once, asking, “Your Highness, what good is that woman? She looks even older than you.”
The Eldest Prince did not mind her age. What he wanted was her feisty attitude, but he would not say that aloud. Then, he coaxed the palace maid, “I only wanted to teach that little boy a lesson. This time, I suffered a big loss because of him. If I don’t get my revenge, I would not be able to swallow it!”
Of course, the palace maid did not take him seriously. As he continued to kiss her, her arms slowly hugged him.
Both of them fell into the deep bushes by the river as they made passionate love.
The Emperor wanted to sleep at first, but he was extremely infuriated because of the reports from the ministers. Suddenly, the servants reported that there were traces of the Fire Qilin in the palace.
The Emperor’s eyes lit up at once as he roared, “Where is the Fire Qilin? Hurry up and take me there!”
Fire Qilin was an exceptionally rare auspicious beast.
Everyone wanted to tame the beast to manipulate it.
The Emperor was no exception. The thought of owning the Fire Qilin made his bad mood for the past two days disappear and only the excitement to see the Fire Qilin remained.
The servants did not dare delay even for a moment. The Emperor did not even ride on the imperial dragon or phoenix. He simply put on a fur robe before striding out of the South Chancery and toward the river.
It was very cold outside in the winter, especially at night. White snow blanketed everywhere and puffs of mist formed as they spoke.
“Where is the Fire Qilin?” the Emperor asked. He was visibly excited and spoke in an unusual tone.
The servants were also very excited. They pointed at the haystack in front of them and replied, “It’s just across the river, I saw it with my own eyes. It has fiery red hair, and with every step it took, the earth would shake. Even the ice in the river has melted substantially.”
Eunuch Gao was curious. Why did the mythical beast Fire Qilin appear in the palace?
Even if it was thirsty and wanted to drink some water, it should not appear in the Royal Garden.
After all, the Fire Qilin hated humans the most.
However, Eunuch Gao would not voice his thoughts. As he was supporting the Emperor, he endlessly praised, “Your Majesty, you are mighty and powerful. This Fire Qilin must have known that the true Son of Heaven is in the inner court of the imperial palace. It’s here to find its master!”
Although the Emperor did not reply, his expression clearly showed that he was very pleased with Eunuch Gao’s words.
However, a little figure standing in the dark suddenly laughed. With a mocking smile, he uttered with a deep and evil voice, “Did you hear that? They claim that you are looking for your master?”
At this time, the Fire Qilin had transformed into a human form. He had a head of gorgeous red hair that was covered under a black cowl. With a menacing smile, he growled, “I did come to seek my master, but not him. Master, I don’t really understand why you only need me to show myself once. I can actually help you to kill the Eldest Prince that you hate. Why do you waste so much effort to attract the Emperor here? Is there really a need for this?”
“If you kill him, his blood will spill everywhere and cause a huge commotion.” The little boy fixed his sleeves and his eyes were piercing cold as he replied, “Someday, they will know that I’m your master. As you’ll be charged with the crime of killing a prince, people would certainly doubt me. There are too many ways to kill a person, there is no need to take such a foolish route.”
Fire Qilin raised an eyebrow and inquired, “Your Highness, are you planning to…?”
“Let him kill himself.” The little boy turned his head slowly and a faint sign of vileness appeared on his handsome little face.
Fire Qilin still did not understand. However, the sound in the grass was becoming increasingly louder.
The Emperor and his people were probably afraid that they would scare the beast away. Thus, they trod extremely lightly and walked even more cautiously as they approached the river.
The man who led the way saw a rustle in the bush and immediately pointed at it.
The Emperor held his breath as he silently moved closer toward it.
Then, the Emperor heard a voice that he could not be more familiar with, saying “What else will father do besides grounding me? I know that he overly dotes Concubine Rong. He would do whatever that woman say. I think my father has lost his senses. One day, I will…”