Chapter 73: Cruel Prince 22

Afterward, the Seventh Prince took out a small box from his wide sleeve.

“This is a dzi bead I obtained by chance while stationed at the border,” he explained. “It’s said to ward off evil and nourish the body. I hope Sister-in-law will accept it.”

Hearing this, Tang Wan instinctively looked toward Feng Qitong.

Feng Qitong was clearly very satisfied by her habit of seeking his opinion first, and immediately nodded with a smile.

Only then did Tang Wan reach out and accept the wooden box.

At that moment, Feng Qitong said, “Thank you, Seventh Brother.”

“Imperial Brother is too polite,” the Seventh Prince replied with a grin. “Then I’ll head to the palace now to greet Father Emperor and Mother Empress.”

“Mm. Go ahead,” Feng Qitong answered while personally escorting him out of the Crown Prince’s residence.

...

After the Seventh Prince left, Feng Qitong immediately turned to look at Tang Wan.

“I didn’t expect my Ai Consort... to be knowledgeable in pharmacology as well.”

Because of his long-term illness, Feng Qitong himself had studied medicine extensively in hopes of curing his condition.

Naturally, he could tell that the seemingly simple herbal tea prescriptions Tang Wan wrote were far from ordinary.

Tang Wan immediately felt alarm bells ringing internally.

Still, outwardly she maintained a modest smile.

“Husband praises me too much. I merely read one or two medical books before. I can hardly be called proficient.”

“Ai Consort is too humble,” Feng Qitong replied with a faint smile.

Fortunately, he did not continue questioning her. Instead, he simply wrapped an arm around Tang Wan’s waist and led her toward the sleeping chambers.

Only then did Tang Wan secretly relax.

She truly feared Feng Qitong would continue investigating.

This man really was extraordinary.

No wonder he could firmly sit in the position of Crown Prince.

Sometimes she genuinely felt as though nothing could escape his eyes.

She only hoped that feeling was merely her imagination.

What she didn’t know, however, was that Feng Qitong had already secretly ordered his shadow guards to investigate Tang Wan again.

...

The next morning—

Tang Wan was awakened early by the maids.

Today, she and Feng Qitong had to enter the palace to formally greet the emperor and empress.

After changing into the formal Crown Princess court attire, Tang Wan looked at herself in the mirror and couldn’t help sighing inwardly.

Ancient ceremonial clothing really was stunning.

This outfit was unbelievably beautiful.

At that moment, Feng Qitong suddenly stepped behind her, placing his hands lightly on her shoulders before kissing her cheek.

“My Ai Consort truly suits these robes,” he said slowly. “I wonder how breathtaking you would look wearing a phoenix robe someday.”

Hearing this, Tang Wan instantly stared at him in shock.

This guy was way too bold!

The emperor was still in his prime, yet Feng Qitong was already openly implying thoughts about ascending the throne?

Didn’t he realize how dangerous such words would be if they reached the emperor’s ears?

...

Seeing Tang Wan’s eyes widen roundly, Feng Qitong suddenly laughed in amusement.

“What’s wrong? Is Ai Consort worried Father Emperor might hear this and accuse me of treason?”

“You know it’s dangerous, yet you still say things like that?” Tang Wan replied with puffed cheeks.

At that moment, Feng Qitong found her expression unbearably adorable.

Then he suddenly said, “If Ai Consort kisses me, this prince will explain why I’m not worried.”

Hearing this, Tang Wan hesitated briefly before finally stepping forward and lightly kissing Feng Qitong’s cheek.

“Ai Consort,” Feng Qitong said lazily, “that doesn’t count. It has to be here.”

As he spoke, he pointed meaningfully toward his lips.

Tang Wan immediately gave him a look that said you rogue.

Still, in the end, she indulged him and lightly kissed his lips.

Originally, she intended to pull away immediately after touching him—

but unexpectedly, Feng Qitong clung to her like stubborn glue the moment she got close.

By the time Tang Wan finally managed to escape his embrace, all the lip rouge she had just applied was completely ruined.

Panting lightly, she glared at him.

“Husband, we still need to enter the palace soon. If we delay further, it won’t look good!”