A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace Chapter 1106: Just Gave Him a Little Medicine

"Dear sister, don’t act impulsively...! Cough cough!"

"The old fox has already set up everything, just waiting for us to fall right into his snare!"

"Sister! You mustn’t let Father come to harm!"

"The best plan right now is to flee!"

"You excel in martial arts, hurry and take Father away from here!"

Hai Yue urged her with desperate haste and worry.

Hai Tang merely sneered in response.

"Walk into a trap?"

"Hehe! Then I’ll battle him to the bitter end!"

"No...!" Hai Yue desperately tried to dissuade her!

"Brother, don’t fret. I’ve got this under control, look after your health!"

"We’ll be alright!"

Hai Tang interrupted him sharply.

She tucked the covers tighter around him before marching out boldly.

...

Beyond the Crown Prince’s Palace.

Hai Tang paused to survey her surroundings, her eyes narrowed and head lifted just a touch.

Leaden skies loomed heavily, streaked with brooding clouds, as savage gusts tore through and clouds surged chaotically.

Before the ochre-toned palace structure.

Sparse new leaves on skeletal branches quivered in the icy blast, ready to be whisked away at any second.

These trees could never spring back to life!

The sprawling palace lay vacant, barrenness dominating every vista.

Alone, she lingered outside the palace for what felt like an eternity.

Only when colossal raindrops began slamming down relentlessly did she snap out of her trance.

With a conflicted look, she cast a final glance backward.

Then she marched off decisively, her stride unwavering, as if a vital resolve had solidified within her.

...

Darkness slowly enveloped the heavens.

Prince Jin’s Mansion, hushed for far too long, at last erupted into vibrant clamor!

Officials from the Imperial Court streamed in, halls brimmed with visitors, beauties gathered in throngs, tunes resonated everywhere.

Admirers clustered around Prince Jin in the lavish hall, lavishing him with the utmost obsequious acclaim.

After countless toasts, lovelies draped themselves over him.

In the midst of merry banter, they brazenly mocked King Western Xia while fawning over Prince Jin.

Boosted by liquor and seductresses, the hall’s fervor reached dizzying peaks.

"It is said that a true hero deserves the strongest wine; this cup of strong wine, I offer to the King!"

A courtier from the Western Xia Kingdom declared with deep respect.

Prince Jin humbly countered at once.

"Hey!"

"How could you call me the King? I’m not the king of our Western Xia, don’t ever call me this again!"

"As for being a hero, our King Western Xia is the true hero, you all praise me too highly!"

His feigned modesty sparked yet another wave of adulation from the assembly.

Prince Jin demurred only on the surface.

Secretly, his delight knew no bounds.

These accolades were rightfully his, weren’t they?!

...

The feast dragged on past midnight before the crowd finally scattered.

Presents abandoned by the sycophantic officials overflowed throughout the hall.

Beauties, pearls, gems, silks, and satins abounded. Towering bonsais reached human height, Jade Ruyi as thick as arms, Cat’s Eye Stones the size of lotuses, luminous pearls like walnuts, amber beeswax resembling grapes, and more.

Treasures gathered from distant lands, each one a staggering fortune on its own.

Whether these officials harbored genuine allegiance or not.

For now, none dared to turn traitor.

Prince Jin paced gleefully around the mound of offerings, eyeing one item, fondling another.

At last, he fished a gold ingot from a chest and held it to the flickering candle glow.

"Truly a great thing!"

Enlisting troops, hoarding provisions, swaying loyalties, drawing in court dignitaries.

Which endeavor lacks the need for funds?

Merely dispatching a courier to the Great Chu Dynasty demands a swift steed and over a hundred taels in travel costs.

So...

Launching any grand venture demands copious silver.

Surveying the stacks of inestimable riches.

Prince Jin grinned contentedly, envisioning the glorious day when officials prostrated themselves, crying "Our Emperor!"

Just then, a young servant dashed in with urgent news.

"Prince, the Crown Princess Consort is here!"

At those words, a flicker of mixed emotions crossed Prince Jin’s gaze, and he rose swiftly.

"Quickly invite her in!"

The servant boy acknowledged and departed.

Soon after, the Crown Princess Consort glided in, clad in seductive garb, undulating like a serpent in water.

Spotting Prince Jin, her face lit up with a dazzling smile as she drew near.

"Prince, you’re finally back!"

Her tone dripped with honeyed allure, her flawless features radiating irresistible temptation.

Prince Jin encircled her lithe waist with his arm and murmured tenderly.

"Why... did you miss me?"

The Crown Princess Consort flushed prettily, giving his chest a playful tap.

"Naughty! I’m not talking to you anymore!"

Prince Jin smirked roguishly, hoisting her onto his lap and soothing her.

"It’s all my fault, making the beauty angry!"

The Crown Princess Consort let out a delighted titter.

Her face nuzzled into his chest, fingers sketching circles as she pouted sulkily.

"You stayed away so long, without sending even one letter!"

"You had me worried sick for ages! How do you plan to make it up to me?"

Prince Jin paused thoughtfully, then murmured softly near her ear.

"How about tonight, I properly make it up to you?"

The Crown Princess Consort flushed deeply once more, giving him a pinch.

"Such a naughty one!"

"Naughty, am I?"

Prince Jin let out a chuckle.

"Then why rush over here?!"

"Hmm?"

The Crown Princess Consort ducked her head, staying silent, her blush spreading down to her neck like it might bleed.

Prince Jin could no longer restrain himself; his calloused hand reached out, swiftly stripping away her garments.

Embracing tightly, the pair moved into the inner chamber.

Alone together, man and woman, passion sparked wildly, soon tangling them up completely.

...

Following their wild tempest of desire.

Chaos reigned in the room, garments scattered everywhere on the floor.

Both lay bare upon the bed.

The Crown Princess Consort, utterly satisfied, rested her cheek on Prince Jin’s chest.

"Prince, I’ve given you my all—don’t ever disappoint me!"

Prince Jin soothingly stroked her back.

"Rest easy, I won’t disappoint you!"

"When our grand ambition succeeds, you alone will be my empress!"

"Only you are worthy to revel in this land’s glory beside me!"

Sweetness flooded the Crown Princess Consort at his vow.

Unable to resist, she pressed a kiss to Prince Jin’s cheek.

"You truly love me the most!"

"Naturally!" Prince Jin laughed lightly.

They snuggled together for some time.

Prince Jin inquired once more.

"How do I stack up against your worthless Crown Prince?"

The Crown Princess Consort rolled her eyes and spat mockingly.

"Don’t bring him up, that Crown Prince husband of mine!"

"What right does a good-for-nothing have to be Crown Prince!"

"He wouldn’t measure up to a single Western Xia warrior!"

"Not even close to your pinky finger!"

"Just like those Great Chu Dynasty men—utterly useless!"

"All talk of manners and phony elegance, no real ability!"

With that, the Crown Princess Consort spat disdainfully again.

Prompting Prince Jin’s booming laughter.

"Is that so!"

"He’s still your husband—yet you scorn him this much?!"

The Crown Princess Consort pouted indignantly at once.

"Husband?"

"Hmph! He’s no man at all—what sort of husband is that?"

Prince Jin appeared utterly shocked.

"Not even a man?"

The Crown Princess Consort grinned triumphantly.

"A proper lady doesn’t serve two lords; now that I’m yours, Prince, I’m fully your woman—I’ve got my pride!"

"Truth is, I barely did anything—just slipped him some medicine!"