The Yao Emperor and His Human Doctor.

Chapter 61 - Gala Night

Qiang Yong was shocked. The doctor's face had changed a little, becoming a little more oval and delicate. He also preferred soft, discreet makeup, but his eyes seemed more prominent and the corners more curvaceous. He was also a little shorter and kept his hair tied up in an elegant high bun with two loose strands, adorned with white orchids that had been dyed blue, highlighting the tone of his hair.

His dress was the same bright turquoise blue, with cream-colored sleeves. He also chose a soft, simple parfum that suited his ethereal nature. Everyone could swear that this beauty could not have come from anywhere other than the paradise of flowers, and that it was in fact a fairy. Furthermore, he had trained the gestures and posture that Chuan Zuo taught rigorously, so that his manners came out as natural as breathing.

Ren Loo knew that the doctor was handsome but he didn't know that as a woman he could also be so beautiful. Slowly, she approached her brother and whispered in his ear: "You'd better not leave him alone for a moment tonight! That's a rabbit in a pack of wolves!"
An Shu didn't know what to say, even though he was already accompanied by Ren Loo. It would be offensive to compliment a woman in front of another...

But wait! Su Ning was not a woman! Well, in any case he preferred to refrain from commenting. The doctor spoke first, he didn't know if that silence was approval or not.
"That will have to do." He smiled and his eyelashes curled gracefully as he narrowed his eyes. "Thank you for your help Miss Chuan." He thanked her gently.
"I'll be watching from up here. I wish you the best of luck, doctor. And I thank you for your efforts!" The girl made another respectful bow.

"No need to thank me. I hope the killer is present today." Su Ning responded, his polite tone now filled with feminine subtlety. Hearing about the killer sharpened Qiang Yong's instincts and just thinking about this man watching Su Ning like that made him almost have a nervous breakdown. He reached out to the doctor, controlling the tremor in his arm. Su Ning held the hand gently, like dew falling on leaves.

"You..." Qiang Yong didn't know what to say. He looked good as a woman, but he was also handsome as a man. The most important thing was that the person he loved was there and would spend part of the night with him. As a couple. "You look good in this color." He murmured finally, finding a compliment that seemed appropriate at the moment. He wasn't used to flirting and didn't know how to act in this situation. He wanted to say something: you look stunning anyway, but he held back.

The doctor smiled.
"Thank you. You look great too." He responded blushing a little. Usually the emperor dressed very well, but as soon as he saw him, Su Ning's heart skipped a beat. He looked so elegant and imposing. It was as if his entire presence embraced him and enveloped him like a cocoon. His firm, calloused hand from fighting so many battles felt so gentle and comforting as he held your fingers, stroking them slowly.

Su Ning was startled. Is he caressing my hand??? Did I look so good as a woman like this??
He supposed that any man would be attracted to a beautiful woman, but Qiang Yong didn't seem to be easy to seduce like that. What kind of woman did he prefer? The doctor thought as they walked down to the hall. He remembered that the Empress Dowager was worried about her son's lack of enthusiasm for the suitors she had arranged. So what would be his preference?

The Emperor was tense as they descended into the hall. He really didn't know how Su Ning could remain so calm like this. The main hall was already ready and decorated, with the tables set and arranged. The Black Orchid led the group to one of them, richly adorned.
"I prepared it closer to the stage especially for your majesty, Emperor and Madame Ren." The Orchid fanned itself gracefully.

"I really appreciate your efforts to capture this monster! Without your help, I don't know if I could protect my flowers."
Madam Ren laughed. "I think the credits this time all go to Dr. Su, hehe, who is our bait."
The Orchid returned the smile. "Don't even talk to me! I already owe Dr. Su too much! He's the only doctor who treats us, he charges cheaply and doesn't even take advantage of our services! Hmm... by chance his cultivation prohibits sex, doctor?"

Su Ning had already taken care of her duties as a courtesan and was serving wine to Qiang Yong. "In truth no." He responded with unusual naturalness. He stopped to think a little, remembering the relationship his father had. "I just... have a somewhat idealized view of this." He concluded. The hostess lowered her fan in amazement. "For this I did not expect."

"That's interesting, doctor. Do you have something against asame-sex couple?" Ren Loo took the opportunity to ask, taking a sip of the wine served. Qiang Yong looked at her disapprovingly, but his sister gave him a mischievous wink.
"I have nothing against it. If the two love each other, why bother with something so superfluous?"

"Hehe, as expected of you." Ren Loo raised the cup in honor of him. The doctor blushed slightly, somehow the emperor's sister was able to easily tickle him. As if each question was asked with some hidden purpose of investigation.
"Well, let's open the house. Come to me if you need anything." The Orchid withdrew.

As soon as the place opened, the girls began their tasks, playing music, serving tables and keeping customers company. The operating system of the house is very simple, the girls who had the orchids stuck in their hair or clothes were already accompanied. That's why the Black Orchid gave Su Ning a blue Orchid and another one for Qiang Yong, supposedly he had the honor of being able to accompany the Emperor himself.

Although this prevented him from being constantly harassed while serving tables, it also served to pique the guests' interest in him. After all, Qiang Yong was not seen frequenting these places and the news of his presence spread like wildfire. In part, they knew that he came to speak to the mayor of the province and that he took the opportunity to pay condolences at the home of the latest victim.

Everyone was relieved that he would personally come to take action. So much so that before Qiang Yong went to the city hall, the weasel came to him.
“Your Majesty, Emperor Qiang Yong.” The mayor bowed.
“Good evening, prefecture lord, Fei Mou.” The Emperor responded and indicated a chair for him.

The weasel hurried to sit down, thanking him once again. Before he said anything Su Ning appeared to serve him wine.
Fei Mou took a good look at the courtesan with the gentle and ethereal expression.
If Fei Mou had paid attention to Qiang Yong, he wouldn't have looked even once.

Author's Note

Qiang Yong now believes he has every reason in the world to lock Su Ning up in his fortress😅.
And he looks like the night is just beginning, lol.

Mini-theater:

Ren Loo: "Oh! I'm bustier than Dr. Su! What do you think A-Shu?"

An Shu: "Me! Find what?"

Ren Loo: "Do you prefer a lot of bust or a little bust?"

An Shu: "I... I... but Dr. Su is a man, even though he isn't now, I mean he's still a man inside, right? It's not good to notice that..."

Ren Loo: "That's not what I'm asking!"

An Shu: "Ah! In that case, I'm fine with everything, I think your size... (is perfect...)."

An Shu turned into a snake because he was so nervous and couldn't finish his sentence. Ren Loo still hasn't managed to get the answer out of him 😁 but at least you can know that he likes Ren Loo as she is, no matter how much she loves him.

I did my best, otherwise Qiang Yong would kill me, lol. Our lovely Su Ning in her female version.