Quick Transmigration: Cannon Fodder's Daily Rise to Power and Face-Slapping

Chapter 347 Slapping the Face of the Incompetent Prince 6

When Ye Qingchen stepped into Tingyu Pavilion, he saw Leng Yuexing leaning on a recliner feeding fish, while Wen Yunsheng was working on documents at a table nearby.

"Moonstar, it seems you really like these goldfish. They've gotten quite plump these days, and they look rather adorable."

Ye Qingchen's unique voice rang out. When he spoke to Leng Yuexing, he would unconsciously chuckle, with the last syllable rising slightly, like the first rays of sunlight on an early autumn morning.

“These goldfish are so brightly colored, I really like them,” Leng Yuexing said with a light laugh.

"If you like, I'll find you some more," Ye Qingchen said with a smile.

Leng Yuexing glanced at the pond water. "No need for that. This pond is a bit shallow. These goldfish are enough."

"So, you've come to see me to report on the family business?" Leng Yuexing asked with a light laugh.

Ye Qingchen handed the booklet to Leng Yuexing, saying, "I will naturally report to you at the end of each month."

Leng Yuexing pushed the document back, saying, "You can handle these things from now on. You don't need to report to me. My exam is coming up soon, and I'll start preparing seriously tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Ye Qingchen took back the booklet in his hand and handed it to the attendant behind him, saying, "Alright, leave these to me, don't worry."

Leng Yuexing nodded with a light laugh.

Wen Yunsheng put down his jade pen, got up and walked to Leng Yuexing's side, then put the blanket that he had pulled aside back over him. "The spring breeze is cool, be careful not to catch a cold."

Leng Yuexing gripped the blanket tightly around her and smiled slightly at Wen Yunsheng.

Ye Qingchen saw all of this and noticed Leng Yuexing's crimson lips. His heart skipped a beat, and a look of disappointment flashed in his eyes.

He then smiled again, sat down on the wooden chair in front of Leng Yuexing, and then grabbed a handful of fish food and sprinkled it into the pond.

The goldfish swam over eagerly, scrambling for the food and splashing water everywhere.

The pool was filled with a dazzling golden-red hue, which was quite beautiful.

A gentle breeze blew by, and Ye Qingchen reached out and brushed the strands of Leng Yuexing's hair that were hanging by her ear behind her ear.

Wen Yunsheng reached out and took Leng Yuexing's hand. Seeing that Leng Yuexing's hands were cold, he bent down and picked her up in his arms. "I'll carry you inside to warm you up."

Leng Yuexing was somewhat taken aback when she was suddenly picked up.

At that moment, a servant boy strode in from outside.

"Master, something has come up at home that requires your immediate attention," the servant said breathlessly to Wen Yunsheng.

"Wait here." After saying that, Wen Yunsheng continued to carry Leng Yuexing into the house.

After placing Leng Yuexing on the couch, he lowered his head and said gently to her, "I need to take care of some things first, and we'll have dinner together tonight."

"Okay, I'll wait for you." Leng Yuexing's lips curled up into a beautiful smile.

Wen Yunsheng turned and walked out, his wide sleeves gently brushing against Leng Yuexing's cheek. Leng Yuexing turned her head and smiled slightly.

As Wen Yunsheng passed by Ye Qingchen, the two nodded to each other, their gazes meeting with a hidden chill.

After Wen Yunsheng left, without the covert confrontation between Wen Yunsheng and Ye Qingchen, Leng Yuexing felt that the atmosphere around her had eased considerably.

Ye Qingchen smiled and said, "Yuexing, were you a little nervous just now?"

Leng Yuexing raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "That's because you're mistaken."

Ye Qingchen smiled slightly upon hearing this. He lowered his head, untied the golden abacus from his waist, and handed it to Leng Yuexing. "Yuexing, this gift is for you. Is it alright as a token between us?"

Leng Yuexing reached out and took it, stroking it slightly before saying, "This abacus must be one of your most cherished possessions. It seems to have some hidden mechanisms inside, so it would be better if you used it for self-defense."

Ye Qingchen shook his head slightly. He sat down next to Leng Yuexing and gazed deeply into her eyes. "No matter how much I love something, it can't compare to you in my heart. Yuexing, I love you."

Caught off guard by Ye Qingchen's direct approach, Leng Yuexing first widened his eyes in surprise, then blushed and smiled, saying, "I also admire you."

Ye Qingchen's heart skipped a beat. "Yuexing, are you telling the truth?" He lost his composure for the first time and asked anxiously.

Leng Yuexing's ear tips turned slightly red. "Of course it's true."

Ye Qingchen was slightly flustered. He reached out and wrapped his arms around Leng Yuexing's waist, then slowly leaned closer to him. "May I kiss you?"

The answer to Ye Qingchen came from Leng Yuexing's soft lips.

Leng Yuexing closed her eyes and leaned over him, her long, curled eyelashes gently brushing against Ye Qingchen's cheek.

Ye Qingchen instantly wrapped his arms around Leng Yuexing's waist and returned the kiss passionately.

His throat was dry and his breathing was unsteady; he could only desperately suck in the sweetness of the cold moonlight.

Leng Yuexing's body trembled slightly, and then she fell backward.

His neck was held high, like a beautiful and noble swan, waiting for its lover to intertwine their necks.

The room was filled with an ambiguous yet warm atmosphere...

Then there was a gentle knock on the door. "Young master, the old lady says she has acquired some novelties and wants you to come and admire them."

Ye Qingchen raised his head, "Yuexing, I..."

Before Ye Qingchen could finish speaking, Leng Yuexing extended her index finger and pressed it against his lips.

"Filial piety comes first. You go see the old lady first, and we'll have dinner together tonight."

Hearing Leng Yuexing say this, Ye Qingchen had no reason to refuse.

He lowered his head and kissed Leng Yuexing's lips deeply, then stood up and said, "Then remember to wait for me."

Leng Yuexing nodded with a light laugh.

Ye Qingchen got up from the soft couch, opened the door, glared at the servant waiting outside, and walked out of Tingyu Pavilion.

The servant lowered his head and smiled sheepishly, then followed Ye Qingchen away.

Leng Yuexing was the only one left in the room. He rested on the soft couch with one hand and closed his eyes to rest.

The next moment, he suddenly opened his eyes and looked sharply at the tree outside the window.

"Who's there?" Leng Yuexing asked coldly.

As soon as he finished speaking, Mo Ran, dressed in a black robe, swung down from the tree and climbed in through the window.

"It's me. Did I scare you?" Mo Ran asked with concern.

Leng Yuexing shook her head. "I thought it was the Third Prince's spy."

"With me here, no unauthorized people will be allowed into this mansion, you can rest assured about that."

Mo Ran looked down into Leng Yuexing's eyes as she spoke, "But how do you know that was the Third Prince's spy?"

Leng Yuexing originally wanted to find an opportunity to tell them his identity, but seeing that Mo Ran did not show any surprise on his face after hearing about the Third Prince, he guessed that they already knew his identity.

He chuckled softly, "It's simple, because I already knew I was a prince who had been living in exile."

"The Third Prince wants to deal with me because he doesn't want me to compete with him for the throne."

Mo Ran was genuinely surprised. "When did you find out?"

He reached out and put his arm around Leng Yuexing's shoulder. "So, you knew all along that we chose to become your husbands only after we knew your true identity?"

Leng Yuexing raised an eyebrow. "Did you approach me because of my identity?"