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This was the first time since the emperor ascended the throne that he had chosen someone else's concubine, apart from Qi Yitang.

The entire Chengqian Palace was filled with joy, and Qin Lianyue was practically strutting around with pride.

She didn't ride in the Phoenix Spring Grace Carriage, but dressed in her finest attire, and gracefully passed by Qi Yitang's palace gate.

Of course, Qi Yitang wouldn't wait at the gate to be annoyed by her, but that didn't stop Qin Lianyue from swaggering through the city.

Yunzhu scolded the gossiping palace maids and returned to comfort them, saying, "Your Majesty, please don't be sad. The Qin family is powerful, and His Majesty... also has his own difficulties."

"What's there to be sad about?" Qi Yitang was writing invitations and didn't even look up.

A few days ago, I mentioned to Xie Ling that I wanted to match Ning Nishang and Lu Linbai together, and Xie Ling agreed.

Before leaving, he also gave her a list of "noble ladies".

—The women depicted included those who had lost four husbands in a row, their lives defying the heavens; those with fiery tempers who accidentally crippled their husbands while visiting brothels; and those who were gentle and kind, yet slashed off the fingers of the butcher who harassed her…

In short, they are all kinds of strange and unique.

Qi Yitang decided to meet these extraordinary women and then choose one to be married to Xie Jingyu, thus enriching his room.

Although Xie Jingyu is a wolf in sheep's clothing, he is actually quite handsome. After all, he is the male protagonist of the original novel, one of the most handsome men in the capital, renowned for his talent, and the emperor's elder brother, making him a true member of the royal family.

Xie Ling can arrange a marriage for them as long as the woman is willing.

As for Xie Jingyu's opinion? Ha, it's completely unimportant.

So what if he's the male lead? He still has to obediently accept the imperial decree.

As for the female lead, that toad shouldn't even think about it; he should get as far away from her as possible.

Seeing that Qi Yitang didn't care about Consort Li's night with the emperor, Yunzhu wisely didn't bring it up again, but she wondered to herself: Why does it feel like the Empress cares more about her cousin than about His Majesty?

Qi Yitang wrote the invitation and instructed the person to hand it over, appearing very serious.

"Yes."

But as soon as Yunzhu left, Qi Yitang's expression fell.

During this period, discussions about the Northwest were taking place both inside and outside the palace.

She knew that Xie Ling's actions were a temporary measure; since she couldn't afford to break ties with Qin Zhenxiong for the time being, she had to give Qin Lianyue some face.

But when the day actually came, I still felt a little uneasy.

Xie Ling probably wouldn't sleep with Qin Lianyue...

Even if we don't sleep, we still have to lie in the same bed.

Who can guarantee that Qin Lianyue won't lose her animalistic instincts in the middle of the night and ride on Xie Ling... Once she's already on top of him, won't Xie Ling half-heartedly give in?

Anyway, that's how he used to coax me; he's very experienced.

[The female supporting character must be having a really tough time, having her husband forced to be with another woman... It makes you feel like there's no difference between an emperor and a gigolo.]

Don't feel too sorry for men, okay? He's an emperor, after all. If he resists to the death, who would dare to take his pants off?

The sky outside the window gradually darkened from bright to gloomy.

Qi Yitang didn't have much of an appetite in the evening. She ate a little and then said she was sleepy.

Yunzhu and Yunying helped her lie down, tucked her in, lowered the bed curtains, and quietly withdrew.

Qi Yitang lay quietly and reached out to touch the pillow next to her.

—Empty and cold.

Qi Yitang turned over, facing the half-empty bed, and shamelessly pouted, shedding two tears.

……

Unlike Qi Yitang's cold and lonely demeanor, Qin Lianyue was dressed to the nines.

There were two ways for the emperor to serve his concubines in bed: one was for the emperor to go directly to the concubine's palace, and the other was for her to ride in the Phoenix Spring Grace Carriage to the emperor's bedchamber, bathe and change clothes, and then be carried to the dragon bed by eunuchs.

Qin Lianyue is now a Noble Consort, which is different from ordinary concubines. She is not willing to be carried around like a piece of merchandise.

Eunuchs are rootless beings, incapable of feeling emotions, but they have eyes.

She didn't want to see those people staring at her, and she was also annoyed by sitting there naked, like a piece of merchandise waiting to be sold, which made her feel very undignified.

Their first encounter was scheming.

My cousin was drunk, and she was also incoherent; they were not presentable to begin with.

Now it was finally her and her cousin's wedding night. Qin Lianyue had the palace servants prepare dragon and phoenix candles in advance. She was helped by the nanny to wash and dress, and after putting on her nightgown, she sat on the edge of the bed waiting.

Red candles flickered, a sheer dress hung in the air, and the atmosphere was ambiguous.

Half an hour passed, but Xie Ling was nowhere to be seen; only a eunuch came to deliver a message.

"Your Majesty, His Majesty has sent me to inform you that there are still some memorials to review, and he asks you to wait a moment longer."

Qin Lianyue was already getting impatient.

From childhood to adulthood, apart from Qin Jiangli, a sickly girl who lost her mother, whom she couldn't compare to, even Qi Yitang had to take a backseat. She always got what she wanted immediately and had never waited in vain like this before.

But thinking about what was about to happen, Qin Lianyue restrained herself.

Candle wax piled up as the night deepened.

Just as Qin Lianyue was yawning from waiting, a slight commotion arose at the door. "Greetings, Your Majesty—"

My cousin is here!

Qin Lianyue perked up, quickly straightened her clothes, stood up and bowed, her voice even more melodious.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects."

Xie Ling stepped in, pressed her temples, and seemed a little tired. "Get up."

Li Degui relit the incense that was almost extinguished in the hall, and then stepped forward with a wine pot on his back.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, today is a perfect match made in heaven. This servant has come across a custom among the common people that says that drinking from the same cup together signifies a long and happy marriage..."

Although Li Degui was the chief eunuch, he dared not make such a decision on his own; it could only be authorized by the emperor.

Qin Lianyue was overjoyed. Was her cousin planning to drink a toast with her?

Xie Ling took the wine glass but made no attempt to exchange glasses; instead, he drank it all in one gulp.

Li Degui's smile remained unchanged as he poured another cup. "Your Majesty, please."

Qin Lianyue could not hide her disappointment, but looking at the man beside her—his eyebrows were sharply defined, his nose was high and straight, and his thin lips were slightly pursed, making him so handsome that he seemed otherworldly.

Her eyes became slightly dazed again; her cousin was so handsome.

In Qin Lianyue's eyes, her cousins, even her own brothers, were not worth mentioning.

Xie Ling drank it all, and without any precautions, she picked up the glass and drank it all in one gulp.

"Your Majesty, let me help you undress." Qin Lianyue extended her hand.

Xie Ling stepped aside, saying, "I'll do it myself."

Qin Lianyue had been eagerly anticipating this day, and she had finally reached it. She envisioned a harmonious and loving marriage with her husband, and she couldn't bear this distance and indifference.

Just a few days ago, my cousin was so enthusiastic, holding her tightly and unwilling to let go, even asking her to give him a prince...

Qin Lianyue's eyes darkened. She probably mistook her for Qi Yitang.

What's so good about Qi Yitang? She's illiterate and has a coarse temper, yet her cousin treats her so well, even making her call him "husband" in private. Why can't he treat her the same way and be as good to her as he is to her?

As one of the most prestigious noble ladies in Shengjing, Qin Lianyue possessed her own pride and would never be a substitute for someone else.

Moreover, before she entered the palace, her mother specially invited a "master" from a brothel to teach her.

The pleasures of the bedroom between men and women, and how to make a man never forget you.

Although Qin Lianyue was disdainful, she had secretly learned about 70-80% of it and was fully confident that she could surpass Qi Yitang.

Men are creatures driven by their lower instincts; they may say they like someone, but that doesn't stop them from sleeping with one woman after another.

If my cousin were with her while he was sober, he would have gotten used to the taste and would never have thought about Qi Yitang again.

Perhaps the drink was too strong, because Qin Lianyue felt like her head was filled with lead, and she was dizzy. She couldn't see the face of the person in front of her clearly for a moment, but she still kissed Xie Ling's lips with a blush on her face, as if she was being stubborn, and then went to undo his belt.

"Cousin, Yue'er is here to help you..."

As for the romance between husband and wife, Qin Lianyue bet he wouldn't blame her for overstepping his bounds; in fact, he might even love it.

Xie Ling did not resist and let him pin him down.

Qin Lianyue became even more engrossed, letting out soft moans that made everyone blush.