Release the Heroine, Let Me Handle This

Chapter 72: The Darkening of the Exquisite Lord

"I think I just sensed Her Highness’s presence," Xiao Zhang remarked belatedly, scanning the surroundings but finding no trace of Long Qing'er.

Having noticed Long Qing'er watching them from the start, Ye Wenxin was puzzled by her presence. As someone pretending to be an ordinary person, Ye Wenxin couldn't alert Xiao Zhang and simply continued the conversation. "Where, where? I didn't see Sister Long."

Curiously, Ye Wenxin tried to look around, but Xiao Zhang turned her head forward, whispering softly, "Her Highness likely chose a hidden spot to avoid drawing attention."

Ye Wenxin feigned understanding and listened as Xiao Zhang continued, "It seems Her Highness has granted me the freedom to use my last three months as I wish."

This statement intrigued Ye Wenxin. "Did you speak with Sister Long last night?"

"Not really. Our relationship is strictly master and servant. She probably noticed my absence and assumed I was up to something unsavory, so she sent someone to find me," Xiao Zhang explained calmly, seemingly unfazed by the surveillance.

Long Qing'er, being part of the royal family, faced political challenges, as the Grand Princess Long Qingyue wielded power over the court. Although the Shengshi Dynasty appeared peaceful, it was internally divided into factions.

Xiao Zhang, loyal to the Grand Princess Long Qingyue, felt no deep bond with Long Qing'er. She was surprised that Long Qing'er, who clearly cared for Ye Wenxin, allowed their friendship, which Xiao Zhang couldn't comprehend.

Regardless of her confusion, Xiao Zhang didn't intend to burden Ye Wenxin with the dynasty's complexities. Her gaze naturally fell on Ye Wenxin, silently vowing to provide the best learning environment for her in the remaining months.

"I see. Xiao Zhang, don’t hold me so tight..." Ye Wenxin gasped, feeling the embrace tighten, making it hard to breathe.

"Sorry, I was lost in thought. Did I hurt you?" Xiao Zhang apologized, loosening her grip slightly, though she didn’t let go.

"It’s fine, quite comfortable actually," Ye Wenxin coughed awkwardly. Xiao Zhang’s figure was well-proportioned, particularly in areas more generous than the younger Gu Xiangsi. With minimal clothing, Ye Wenxin could feel the weight against her back.

In this era without bras, Xiao Zhang’s embrace brought a noticeable sensation.

This wasn’t the main issue. Since consuming the Chunhui Pill, Ye Wenxin had developed a curiosity about intimate matters.

In her nature, Ye Wenxin blamed Feng Ya for this newfound curiosity. To counter Feng Ya’s asceticism, she developed a pill called Hehuan San.

Its effects matched its name, ten times stronger than the Chunhui Pill. Rather than kill Feng Ya outright, Ye Wenxin relished the idea of tormenting her.

Imagining Feng Ya’s madness after taking the Hehuan San, Ye Wenxin couldn’t suppress a mischievous smile.

"Why the serious face one moment and laughing the next?" Xiao Zhang asked, puzzled by Ye Wenxin's seemingly innocent face. Despite her appearance, Ye Wenxin’s aura hinted at a brewing sinister plot.

"I just remembered something amusing, don’t mind me, hehe," Ye Wenxin chuckled, trying to dismiss the scheming thoughts from her mind. The harder she tried, the clearer her plans became, making her itch to confront the meditating Feng Ya, forcing her to consume the Hehuan San and watch her struggle.