AWB Chapter 137 Visiting the Princess's Residence
Chapter 137 Visiting the Princess's Residence
Qin Zejun also flashed away, like a light bird, quickly leaving the spot.
A short while later, Qin Zejun stepped into the room. He gently closed the door, his steps heavy, as if carrying endless worries. Finally, he reached the bedside and lay down slowly like a weary bird returning to its nest, his entire body sinking into the soft mattress. At this moment, his thoughts surged like a burst dam, overwhelming his mind.
The wonderful time he spent with He Mingyan yesterday played like a wonderful movie in his mind. Those warm scenes and sweet words floated before his eyes. Recalling the first time he met He Mingyan, he couldn't help but smile, a radiant smile blooming on his face like spring flowers.
It turned out that Qin Zejun had arrived at this tranquil estate yesterday morning, as the first rays of sunlight touched the earth. At that time, he was sitting with the prince, his aunt, and his brothers, leisurely savoring fragrant tea. The aroma of tea wafted through the air, refreshing and delightful.
Just then, soft footsteps approached from afar. Everyone looked up and saw He Mingyan, like a beautiful and ethereal fairy, gracefully floating in. She wore a long, snow-white dress, the hem of which danced in the wind like a blooming flower. Beside her were several equally beautiful and charming sisters.
Eight years later, this was their first reunion. To Qin Zejun's surprise, He Mingyan recognized him at first glance. At that moment, he felt as if an invisible hand had gently touched his heart, and the once calm lake was instantly rippled with waves that lingered for a long time.
Qin Zejun recognized He Mingyan the moment he caught a glimpse of her, but unsure if she remembered him, he didn't show excessive enthusiasm. When the graceful, beautiful girl gently pushed open the door and stepped into the room, time seemed to stand still. Brilliant, warm sunlight streamed through the window, softly bathing her petite figure like a golden veil, as if draping her in a shimmering gown, making her already gentle and charming demeanor even more pitiful, tender, and graceful.
Standing to the side, Qin Zejun's gaze was involuntarily drawn to her, and he was momentarily mesmerized. He stared blankly at the girl before him, who seemed like a fairy descended from heaven, and an indescribable surge of emotion welled up within him.
After everyone was seated, Qin Yaoyao, with a smile, gracefully began introducing the people present to each other. After the introductions, Qin Zejun and He Mingyan exchanged a glance, nodded knowingly, and then moved to a relatively quiet room for their private conversation.
At first, the atmosphere was a little awkward, but as the conversation unfolded, the misunderstandings that had once stood between them slowly surfaced and gradually dissipated in their honest communication. Unbeknownst to them, the distance between them had narrowed considerably, and the past unpleasantness had vanished, replaced by a rekindled flame of friendship.
Time flies, and before they knew it, everyone had returned from the mountain villa, thoroughly enjoying themselves. However, unexpectedly, Qin Zejun and He Mingyan didn't return directly to the palace like the others, but instead chose to go together to He Mingyan's princess residence. Along the way, a gentle breeze caressed their clothes, carrying the sweet fragrance of flowers and grass.
As they walked, He Mingyan suddenly turned to look at Qin Zejun beside her, a slight smile playing on her lips. She said softly, "Last year, my father specially built this princess's residence for me. He also said that after I get married, I can move in directly. How about it, would you like to go inside and take a look?" As she finished speaking, her beautiful eyes sparkled with anticipation.
Upon hearing this, Qin Zejun was slightly taken aback at first, then a faint smile appeared on his face as he gently replied, "Alright." And so, led by He Mingyan, Qin Zejun, filled with curiosity, slowly stepped into the mysterious princess's residence…
As soon as she stepped through the vermilion gates of the princess's residence, a kind-faced steward in a dark blue robe hurried forward to greet her. He bowed respectfully to He Mingyan and softly said, "Welcome back, Princess!" He Mingyan raised her hand slightly, smiled gently at the steward, and said softly, "No need for formalities. You may go about your business. There's no need for you to trouble yourself here. Today, I will show this young master around the residence." The steward quickly bowed and replied, "Yes, Your Highness." After saying this, he turned and withdrew to attend to the affairs of the residence.
He Mingyan turned to Qin Zejun beside her, a sweet smile on her face, and began to enthusiastically introduce the magnificent and exquisite princess's residence to him. She raised her slender hand, pointing to a garden in the distance, its flowers in full bloom, and said softly, "Go in this way, and you'll find our princess's garden. It's filled with all sorts of rare flowers, offering different beautiful views in every season." With that, the two walked side by side into the garden.
Passing through a sea of colorful flowers, He Mingyan pointed to a row of courtyards on the left and said, "Look, that's the guest courtyard over there, specially used to entertain distinguished guests. If relatives and friends come to visit, they will be arranged to stay there." Afterwards, the two continued to walk slowly along the bluestone path.
A short while later, He Mingyan stopped and pointed to a quiet and elegant courtyard ahead, smiling sweetly as she said, "This is where I, the princess, live. How about coming in with me for a tour?" Qin Zejun smiled and nodded in agreement.
And so, He Mingyan, like a light and graceful butterfly, led Qin Zejun into her boudoir. As soon as they entered, she said in a sweet voice, "Everything in this room was carefully arranged by the housekeeper according to my preferences. I only briefly mentioned my thoughts to them before, but I never expected them to be so skillful, truly bringing everything to life. Come and see, is there anything amiss?" Qin Zejun looked around and saw that the tables, chairs, and bed were all placed perfectly. The curtains and drapes were made of light pink silk, complementing the overall decor. Several exquisite calligraphy and paintings hung on the walls, and a pot of blooming orchids sat in the corner, emitting a delicate fragrance…
Qin Zejun couldn't help but exclaim sincerely, "It's truly magnificent and a feast for the eyes! The color scheme and all the decorations here are exactly as you envisioned, as if this house was born to be this way." Hearing Qin Zejun's praise, He Mingyan's pretty face blossomed into a radiant smile like spring flowers, and her heart felt as sweet as if she had eaten honey.
Upon hearing this, He Mingyan turned her head sharply as if she had been electrocuted. Her beautiful and charming eyes, like deep lakes, gazed quietly at the person in front of her. Her cherry lips parted slightly, and she said coquettishly, "You actually still remember what I like! That's quite surprising."
Qin Zejun's lips curved slightly upward, forming a charming smile. He spoke softly, his voice as gentle as a spring breeze across a lake, "Of course, Yan'er. If your preferences haven't changed over the years, your favorite color is undoubtedly pink. That delicate pink is like a peach blossom in spring, vibrant and beautiful. And you have a special fondness for sweets; whenever you taste their sweetness, your face blossoms into a radiant smile. And those quirky little trinkets always attract your attention, making you unable to put them down." After saying this, Qin Zejun's gaze deepened, as if trying to melt He Mingyan completely into his eyes. He looked at her tenderly, a warm smile on his lips, and softly asked, "Am I right?"
Hearing Qin Zejun's words, He Mingyan felt a slight ripple in her heart. She nodded slightly in agreement. Qin Zejun pressed his advantage, asking, "So, over the years, have your preferences changed?" He Mingyan gently shook her head, her movements as graceful as a willow branch swaying in the wind. In a clear, melodious voice, like a nightingale singing, she softly replied, "No, my preferences have remained constant, without the slightest change."
Hearing He Mingyan's reply, Qin Zejun's gaze softened even more, like a clear, shimmering lake. He gazed deeply at He Mingyan's exquisite face and said tenderly, "So, all these years, Yan'er has been waiting for me! This affection truly moves me."
Despite the undeniable truth before her, having it stated so openly and directly still caused He Mingyan to feel an overwhelming sense of shyness and embarrassment. Her cheeks flushed crimson, like ripe apples, and her eyes flickered with a mixture of panic and stubbornness. She bit her lip, forcing herself to remain calm as she retorted, "Who...who said I was waiting for you! Don't be so presumptuous, stop being so self-absorbed."
Hearing this, Qin Zejun's lips curled into a subtle, sly smile. He slowly took a step closer to He Mingyan, his steps light yet carrying an invisible pressure. His deep, ocean-like eyes locked onto He Mingyan, and he asked softly with a half-smile, "Oh? So, you really weren't waiting for me?"
Faced with Qin Zejun's approach, He Mingyan instinctively took a small step back. Her heart leaped into her throat, and she stammered, "Of...of course not!" At that moment, she felt as if the air around her had frozen, and time itself had stopped flowing.
However, Qin Zejun didn't give up. A hint of mockery flashed in his eyes as he took another firm step towards He Mingyan. The distance between them grew closer and closer, until He Mingyan could clearly feel the warmth emanating from Qin Zejun. This close contact made He Mingyan's heart pound, and her mind went blank. Her hands unconsciously clenched into fists, her fingertips turning white with nervousness.
Qin Zejun remained fixed on He Mingyan, as if trying to see through her deepest thoughts. His deep, magnetic voice rang out again: "Really?" Those two simple words, at that moment, sounded like a heavy hammer blow to He Mingyan's heart.
He Mingyan blushed crimson under Qin Zejun's burning gaze, and her already slurred words became even more hesitant: "Re...really." As she spoke, she involuntarily took another step back. At that moment, she felt as if her heart was a runaway beast, pounding wildly in her chest, as if it would burst out of her body at any moment.
Just as He Mingyan was contemplating whether to turn and run away, Qin Zejun seemed to have already read her mind. He suddenly reached out and grabbed He Mingyan's slender wrist, the grip just right so she couldn't break free. Qin Zejun thought to himself, after so many years of longing, he had finally found this precious moment alone with his beloved girl; how could he let her escape his grasp so easily!
Just as He Mingyan was about to take the opportunity to escape, Qin Zejun's sharp eyes, like those of a hawk, accurately captured this fleeting chance. In a flash, his arm swung out like the powerful and agile arm of a gibbon, instantly pulling He Mingyan tightly into his broad and warm embrace.
This sudden turn of events caught He Mingyan completely off guard. She was stunned, like a frightened fawn, and instinctively let out a scream. However, due to her extreme terror, the scream sounded so faint, as soft as a mosquito's buzz, that it was almost imperceptible.
Looking at the panicked girl in his arms, Qin Zejun's lips curled up slightly, revealing a half-smile. He teased softly, "Why are you running? Do I look scary?" After saying that, he stared straight at He Mingyan without any hesitation, his eyes revealing an unfathomable meaning.
He Mingyan's heart pounded wildly; she felt as if she were about to face a life-or-death battle. The close proximity to Qin Zejun made her stiffen, unsure of what to do with her hands and feet. She looked up timidly at the man before her, her lips trembling, and stammered, "What...what do you want?"
Seeing He Mingyan's embarrassed yet adorable expression, Qin Zejun couldn't help but chuckle. He replied with a teasing tone, "Guess what?" Before He Mingyan could respond, Qin Zejun suddenly lunged forward like a starving wolf, swiftly sealing He Mingyan's soft, pink lips with his own.
He Mingyan was stunned by the sudden kiss, her eyes wide open, her mind going completely blank for a moment, all her thoughts and reflexes seemingly vanishing in that instant. She even forgot to struggle or resist, simply standing there blankly, letting Qin Zejun kiss her wantonly.