Murong Qi Qiâs tense appearance made Feng Cangâs mood a lot better. He reached out and pushed away the hair on Murong Qi Qiâs forehead. His fingers stroked that red cinnabar mole on her forehead. âQing Qing, youâre so beautiful. Iâm afraid more and more people would come and fight with me over you...â
Feng Cangâs was so subtly eating vinegar, making Murong Qi Qi laugh. She was thinking about what it was. It turned out to be this. âWangye,1 my heart only has you and doesnât have him!â
Speaking till here, Murong Qi Qi left Feng Cangâs arms. She stepped on the ground and picked up a small drum. Her small hand tapped gently on the drum. Her toes danced with the drumâs rhythm. She twisted her shoulders and waist and her fingers hooked Feng Cang.
âMy heart only has you and doesnât have him. You have to believe my feelings are true. My eyes are for you to look. My eyebrows are for you to shade. It was never for him. My heart only has you and doesnât have him. You have to believe my feelings are true. Only you are my dream. Only you are the one I miss. My heart doesnât have him.â
âSince that day, I sent you home. That day, I could only hate and scold myself, blame myself for not making you stay at that time and dig my heart out in front of you, to let you see clearly, if I have him in my heart.â
I changed the lyrics a bit to a more literal meaning
Different from the songs Murong Qi Qi had sung in the past, this song had a particularly strong sense of rhythm. And she followed the beat, twisted her waist and occasionally casted a glace of temptation at Feng Cang, making Feng Cangâs heart jump very badly.
This passionate woman, her face was as bright as the moon. Her eyes restored their usual confidence and also contained strong love. The lyrics coming from her mouth were passionate and full of vitality. Feng Cang had never heard such a strange tone, but it was a catchy song.
Finally, Murong Qi turned and jumped into Feng Cangâs arms. She looked seriously into his eyes, âOnly you are my dream. Only you are the one I miss. My heart doesnât have him.â
This way of Murong Qi Qiâs confession was novel and unique. And the love words from the lyrics expressed her inner feelings. It swept away all those worries of Feng Cang. This little woman, ah. She really made people couldnât help but love her! Love her and also couldnât extricate themselves!
âMy heart also only has you, Qing Qing!â
F*** Longze Jing Tian, f*** Wanyan Hong. As long as the person in Murong Qi Qiâs heart is him, as long as Murong Qi Qi insisted, why should he worry about those things! Naturally, there would be people pursuing a good woman! However, Murong Qi Qi is his woman. Let all those damn flies f*** off! If they donât f*** off, then ask if his sword would allow or not!
Because of Murong Qi Qiâs song <> made these young coupleâs hearts got closer. Seeing the woman he missed day and night in front of him blinking her deer like eyes, Feng Cangâs ready to make trouble heart began to get active. If he could, he truly wished he could jump on Murong Qi Qi sooner!
âQing Qing...â Feng Cang swallowed, âIf, I mean if...if my identity is Feng Cang and if it always would be Nan Lin wang and youâre Feng Qi Qi, then, how should we continue?â
Feng Cangâs question also troubled Murong Qi Qi for a long time. Although the confusion between the two of them had been solved, but in the eyes of others, theyâre blood related siblings, ah! If theyâre together, then wouldnât they face the opprobrium from the world?
âWangye...â Murong Qi Qi nestled in Feng Cangâs arms, âWhy donât we wander the horizon after getting revenge for father and mother and become a pair of happy and free birds?!â
Murong Qi Qi also thought about this problem. She didnât want Feng Cangâs identity to be exposed. If by chance, the three countries didnât want to let go of former Qinâs blood, by then it would be hardship and killings again. Itâs better to retreat to the jianghu2 and become an idle pair. How nice would that be?!
What Murong Qi Qi had said matched Feng Cangâs thoughts. Now, Feng Cang truly felt that Murong Qi Qi was a gift sent by the heaven. What he thought about was always being said by Murong Qi Qi. Such a consonance of the heart was really a good feeling.
âQing Qing...â Looking at Murong Qi Qiâs bright like jade face and also that pair of eyes which was able to hook people, Feng Cang felt a burst of distress. He hesitated for a long time before saying, âCan I sleep here tonight...the feeling of holding Qing Qing while sleeping is so good...that is, if you mind, Iâll go back...â
A big man said his thoughts a bit shyly like that and he also didnât dare to look at her. Such a thing happening to this devilish beauty in front of her, made Murong Qi Qi want to laugh and also love Feng Cang even more.
Murong Qi Qi didnât say anything making Feng Cangâs distressful heart become even more shy. To outsiders, he and Murong Qi Qi were now âsiblingsâ. If a big brother slept in a little sisterâs chamber, that would influence Murong Qi Qiâs reputations. Although, he indeed wanted to get Murong Qi Qi very much, but now, itâs still not the right moment.
âOr, wait till we leave this place full of conflicts and then...â
Feng Cang stood up and wanted to leave, but when he walked to the door, he was hugged by Murong Qi Qi from behind.
âBoom, boom...â Feng Cangâs heart beat very fast. Could, could it be...
âDoesnât wangye love me?â Murong Qi Qiâs voice with some resentment came from behind Feng Cang. It was cold with a touch of depression, making Feng Cang surprised. He quickly explained, âNo, Qing Qing, I didnât mean this...â
âI heard that when a man really loves a woman, he would find ways to be with that woman day and night and wonât leave her for a moment. He would also rack his brains to let her heart belong to him and use various tactics, act coquettish or take the initiative...Wangyeâs performance of now made me very sad! Could it be that I donât have much appeal to wangye? Thatâs why wangye gave me such a cold back so easily...?â
Murong Qi Qiâs bitter complaints made Feng Cang have no way to deal with this little woman. Why was she always so different like this? She obviously accepted him, but had to put on an aggrieved appearance of a little girl, making him couldnât help but love.
âWangye, do you really love me?â When Feng Cang turned, Murong Qi Qiâs eyes were covered with a faint layer of water. Itâs said tears were a fatal weapon given by god to women. Now, this weapon had been used by Murong Qi Qi on Feng Cang.
âOf course, I love you!â Feng Cangâs knew the little person in his arms was acting cute and whinny. She was using her privileges as a woman to capture him. However, he happened to fall for this. Her charm, her whiny voice and her good bloomed just for him. So, he was very willing to become her prisoner.
âThen, if you love me, stay!â
After achieving her purpose, Murong Qi Qi tiptoed and kissed Feng Cangâs lips. When Feng Cang was about to respond, Murong Qi Qi retreated. She left his arms and stretched her lazy waist.
âSo sleepy...too many things happened today. Iâm going to take a bath and sleep!â
With steps as light as those of a catâs, Murong Qi Qi left Feng Cangâs line of sight, making him unable to laugh or cry.
When Murong Qi Qi reappeared, on her body was the fragrance of flowers and sheâd already changed into pajamas. Feng Cang had long been lying on the bed. He propped his hand and looked at the book in his left hand. Only when Murong Qi Qi appeared did he put the book down.
âSo tired!â Without any concern, Murong Qi Qi lie down and nestled into Feng Cangâs arms.
Last night, it was in this embrace that Murong Qi Qi had a good night of sleep and didnât have the usual shallow sleep. Realizing this, Murong Qi Qi was finally sure that she completely trusted Feng Cang. The trust from her body wouldnât be able to deceive her. That was why, she was so assured at letting Feng Cang stay.
Maybe because, during these past few days, sheâd experienced many turbulences; so after Murong Qi Qi kissed Feng Cangâs red lips and said âgoodnightâ, she fell deeply asleep.
âLittle brat!â Looking at the little woman with a complete lack of guarding, innocent like a child and also with a smile on her mouth, a thing called happiness filled Feng Cangâs heart.
Originally, she was his bride, ah! Now, after going around a circle, she still returned to his arms! Feng Cang really wanted to thank the godâs grace. Although heâd experienced so much hardships; although he didnât have a healthy body, but god wasnât bad to him and gave him a perfect love. Could this be considered compensation?
Murong Qi Qi didnât understand the many emotions of Feng Cang. She was already in her dreams. Feng Cangâs embrace was warmer than sheâd imagined. It let her indulge more in it. Once she fell with her head into it, she couldnât be separated and leave again.
The day after the truth was exposed, Wanyan Lieâs edict announced to the world that Murong Qi Qi was Feng Xieâs and Wanyan Ming Yueâs daughter. Her name was Feng Qi Qi. Sheâs bestowed the title of princess Zhen Guo and Long Autumn palace was bestowed as princess Zhen Guoâs residence.
After this edict came out, it attracted the guessing of countless people. Clever people keenly captured the alternation of power from this edict. One of them was East palaceâs crown princess Yu Shi Shi.
Ever since Yu Shi Shi was put into house arrest and even after the ban lifted, Wanyan Hong didnât let her touch their son Wanyan Jie again. This matter had made it to the emperor before it ended. In the end, Wanyan Jie was still returned to Yu Shi Shiâs arms. Although she had an imperial grandson to depend on, but the moment Wanyan Lieâs edict came out, it made Yu Shi Shi sensitively catch a strange taste from it.
Although on that day, when Murong Qi Qiâs identity was exposed, Yu Shi Shi was not on the scene, but those who were present were stunned by Murong Qi Qiâs beauty. They all said that sheâs a rare beauty of the world, inherited from Wanyan Ming Yue and also inherited the advantages of her parents. When these words were spread out, Yu Shi Shi had also heard some of these.
Yu Shi Shi remembered very well how graceful Wanyan Ming Yue was. A smile, a frown from the woman was exceptionally noble. Plus, with her flower and jade like looks and her kind character got her many points. Otherwise, why would she become the number one beauty of the world?!
As Wanyan Ming Yueâs daughter, Murong Qi Qi should not be bad. Besides, that day when Wanyan Hong came back to East palace, something was not right with him. Even more, the empressâs Chun Tao came to the East palace and brought a secret letter from the empress to Wanyan Hong. This let Yu Shi Shi sense a trace of conspiracy.
Now, Wanyan Lie had issued an edict to the world. Murong Qi Qi had transformed into Feng Qi Qi. Besides, itâs princess Zhen Guo and she was bestowed Long Autumn palace. What kind of glory was this? In the history of Bei Zhou, there was never a princess who got these. Let alone, Murong Qi Qi wasnât from the imperial family. She had a different surname. What did this emperor want to do?
Although Yu Shi Shi was the crown princess, but she wasnât as vicious as the empress and consort De in the palace. So, momentarily, she wasnât able to guess the deep meaning inside this. Only when sheâd received an invitation from consort De to enter the palace for tea and Murong Qi Qi was also invited, did Yu Shi Shi discover that this matter wasnât that simple.
Jingxin Hall was Lin Ke Xinâs residence. It wasnât the first time Murong Qi Qi had come here.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Although Feng Cang was worried about Murong Qi Qi and wanted to come with her, but Murong Qi Qi told Feng Cang that sheâs now Bei Zhouâs princess Zhen Guo. If those people wanted to disrespect her, then sheâd be able to use her identity and give a good show. In the end, she made Feng Cang laugh. Only then, did he let her enter the palace alone.
âAiyaya, come quickly!â
Hearing that Murong Qi Qi had entered the palace, Lin Ke Xin already let people wait outside of Jingxin Hall. When people announced that Murong Qi Qi was about to arrive at Jingxin hall, Lin Ke Xin immediately waited for Murong Qi Qi at the entrance of the hall. When she had just appeared, Lin Ke Xin met her with a smile. Affectionately, she pulled Murong Qi Qiâs hand as if they knew each other for many years and that their relationship was deep.
âAre you used to Bei Zhou? Our climate here isnât as good as Xi Qiâs. We have a long winter. You need to take good care of yourself. If you miss something, let someone send me a letter. Iâll prepare it for you!â
Murong Qi Qiâs body got a layer of goosebumps at Lin Ke Xinâs intimacy. These women who lived in the palace, if they didnât got something important, then they wouldnât be able to live well. Consort De has two sons. Although sheâs over forty, but in this palace, she was still a pivotal figure. It could be seen that she had some tactics.
âThanking niangniang3 for your concern. Big brother has already prepared everything for me!â Murong Qi Qiâs soft words answered Lin Ke Xinâs enthusiasm. The smile on Lin Ke Xinâs face stiffened. Not a second later, she was full of smiles again, âLook at how muddleheaded I am. Nan Lin wang is such a caring person. I actually forgot about that!â
Not long after Murong Qi Qi sat down in Jingxin hall, did someone come to report that second prince and fifth prince have arrived. The moment Lin Ke Xin heard that her beloved son came, the smile on her face was no longer fake. Murong Qi Qi didnât know if the smile on Lin Ke Xinâs face was for Wanyan Yi or for Wanyan Kang.
âThis subject son greats consort mother!â One after another, Wanyan Yi and Wanyan Kang appeared in front of Murong Qi Qi.
These two brothers were similar in appearance and body. It was just, Wanyan Yi wasnât as muscular as Wanyan Kang. Heâs a bit thinner. His smile was gently. His skin was white, unlike the healthy brown color of Wanyan Kang. Besides, on his mouth always hung a smile with a trace of badness in it.
âYi er,4 youâve arrived!â Lin Ke Xin loved the second son from the bottom of her heart. Although, it was said that parents would love the youngest child the most, but at Lin Ke Xinâs, she loved Wanyan Yi more. When mentioning this son, Lin Ke Xin felt proud from the bottom of her heart!
In Lin Ke Xinâs heart, everything was great about Wanyan Yi! Good character, great looks, great martial arts; heâs simply a son to be proud of. The only shortcoming was that sheâs not the empress and couldnât give Wanyan Yi the position of crown prince. This was a scar in Lin Ke Xinâs heart. That was why, she pampered Wanyan Yi even more.
âConsort mother, I also came. Why did you only see second brother?â Wanyan Kang touched his nose with a look of dissatisfaction.
âYou, ah. Itâs already good if you donât cause trouble for bengong!â5
With one look, Murong Qi Qi understood Lin Ke Xinâs attitude towards her two sons. This mother was not only a little biased. Murong Qi Qi clearly saw the loneliness flash in Wanyan Kangâs eyes. She also felt injustice for Wanyan Kang. Both were her sons, why was the treatment so different?
However, the more Lin Ke Xin treated Wanyan Kang like that, the more Murong Qi Qi decided to oppose her. She immediately came to Wanyan Kang to greet him, âAh Kang, how come you only arrived now?! Didnât you say that youâll take me for a stroll around the palace today?! In the end, you came so late. You really should be punished!â
How clever was Wanyan Kang? How could he not know that Murong Qi Qi being like this was to stand up for him. Immediately, Wanyan Kangâs eyes got wet. One was his biological mother, the other was Murong Qi Qi, who he hadnât known for a long time. Why couldnât consort mother be like Murong Qi Qi?!
âI waited for second big brother! My second big brother fears the cold, so he stood up a bit late!â Wanyan Kang forced the tears back and revealed a naughty smile again, âLittle cousin sister, youâre so beautiful today! Iâm afraid, in this world, there wonât be a girl more beautiful than you!â
âTsk, tsk, in the past, didnât a certain person call me an ugly thing?â Murong Qi Qi raised her head with a look of pride as if she was saying, now you know how powerful this miss is!
Not only Lin Ke Xin, but Wanyan Yi was also very stunned at Murong Qi Qi and Wanyan Kangâs friendly interaction. This little brother of his was the most playful person. He simply was the most shameful prince of Bei Zhouâs imperial family. Why was Murong Qi Qiâs relation good with Wanyan Kang?
When he saw Murong Qi Qiâs appearance, Wanyan Yi directly froze. His heart also temporarily stopped beating. Why was there such a beautiful woman in this world? Why didnât he get to know her sooner? Could this be Murong Qi Qi true appearance? No wonder...
Seeing that Wanyan Yi had taken a fancy to Murong Qi Qi, Lin Ke Xin was very satisfied. Before, she was thinking about how to persuade Wanyan Yi, that for the throne, he must touch Murong Qi Qiâs heart and capture her! Now, that amazement in Wanyan Yiâs eyes made her happy; this consort mother got one of her wishes.
After all, she was a woman. The way a man looked at a woman, that kind of possessiveness; she was also young once, she understood these very well. As long as Wanyan Yiâs heart was moved and he took the initiative, then this matter would be easy to handle.
âYi er, go great your little cousin sister!â Lin Ke Xin deliberately didnât mention Murong Qi Qiâs identity of princess Zhen Guo. She only used a âlittle cousin sisterâ to pull the relationship between the two closer.
âLittle cousin sister!â Wanyan Yiâs etiquette was at the point. If you ignored the fact that it didnât reach his eyes, he was a graceful man.
âHello!â Towards Wanyan Yi, Murong Qi Qi didnât have the kind of intimacy as she had with Wanyan Kang. She didnât like this person. Although he looked refined, gentle and elegant, but like Wanyan Kang said, this big brother of his was very deep-minded.
1. Wang/wangye: prince of the first rank
2. Jianghu: world of the martial arts
3. Niangniang: used to call all the females of the imperial family by others
4. Er: term of endearment
5. Bengong: this palace/ I, used by females of the imperial family