Chapter 2833 The Substitute Was Forcibly Taken by the Bandit's Wife 38

By the time the banquet ended, it was nearly dusk.

Everyone took their leave, and Wu Zhengchu personally escorted Jin Chen to the entrance of the restaurant, dismissing everyone else and leaving only the two of them.

“Shutong,” Wu Zhengchu looked intently at Jin Chen, his voice low and filled with undisguised longing.

"It's getting late, why don't we... stay here for the night? I've already ordered a superior room to be prepared, in the east wing of the top floor. It's quiet and elegant, perfect for you."

Jinchen: "..."

Ugh, that's disgusting, I want to punch someone.

He raised his hand and coughed lightly, then took out the jade pendant from his sleeve, wrapped the tassel around his fingertip twice, and the pendant swayed gently.

Immediately, the jade pendant was placed on Wu Zhengchu's shoulder, and a trace of snake venom silently spread into his robes.

Wu Zhengchu was unaware that his breathing had become heavier for a moment, and he almost immediately wanted to reach out and grab Jin Chen's hand that was holding the jade pendant, with its distinct knuckles.

Jin Chen abruptly withdrew his hand just before Jin Chen was about to touch it, and put the jade pendant back into his sleeve.

"Your Highness's great undertaking is not yet complete, and the time is not yet ripe. We must wait patiently."

"One day, Shutong will always be with Your Highness."

You will all go to the Yellow Springs together.

Wu Zhengchu completely misunderstood the deeper meaning of his words, "Very well! Once my great cause is accomplished, I will welcome you into the palace with the most solemn ceremony! I will never let you down!"

Jin Chen nodded slightly, then turned and left.

Jin Chen returned to Black Mountain Village's property in Nanzhou City, an inconspicuous inn.

Downstairs from the inn was a tavern, which was bustling with activity. A storyteller was banging his gavel, recounting secrets of the previous dynasty, while the guests sat around listening with great interest.

Yan Qi and the others saw him return at the door and hurriedly came to greet him, but their eyes glanced behind Jin Chen and they lowered their voices, saying, "Big brother is in that corner over there... he's had quite a bit to drink."

Jin Chen looked up and saw Gu Fanghe sitting alone in the corner by the window, with several empty wine jugs in front of him.

He had removed his human skin mask, his eyes lowered, drinking one cup after another, his posture lonely.

Jin Chen frowned and walked over quickly.

He sat down next to Gu Fanghe, put his arm around her waist, and pulled her closer to him, his voice softening, "What's wrong? Are you jealous... or are you upset by what you heard?"

Gu Fanghe raised his eyes, his gaze somewhat unfocused, clearly drunk.

He looked at Jin Chen for a long time before finally speaking in a hoarse voice, "Both."

"But I also know that you did that for Black Mountain Village, to... avenge me."

Gu Fanghe knew that Jin Chen's scheming was all for the purpose of luring Wu Zhengchu into Black Mountain Village, to obtain intelligence, and to protect his younger brother and the villagers of Black Mountain Village.

He rationally understood, and was even grateful.

But emotionally, the jealousy still made him restless.

Jin Chen sighed softly, her fingers stroking his back, gently caressing him, a subtle ache rising in her heart.

"I will avenge your younger brother."

Gu Fanghe nodded, then suddenly reached out and hugged him, burying his face in his neck, "Young Master..."

"What the Third Prince has... I can also give to you."

"What is the Empress...?" Gu Fanghe mumbled indistinctly, his lips and tongue beginning to conquer restlessly, concealing a possessive and obsessive desire. "If you like it, this world... I'll have it too..."

Her next words were cut off by Jin Chen's suddenly deepened kiss.

Jin Chen was frightened.

"I don't want this world."

Jin Chen lowered her eyes, cupped Gu Fanghe's face, and kissed him gently.

"Hmm..." Gu Fanghe groaned, tightening his grip on her arm.

Jin Chen stepped back slightly and whispered near his lips, her voice languid and alluring, "I only want you, okay?"

As he spoke, he kissed the corner of his lips again, "Hmm?"

Gu Fanghe's Adam's apple bobbed, and he responded with a muffled "Hmm..."

But the voice was choked with sobs, and the eyes were red, the redness under the eyes seeming even more intense, a mixture of intoxication and emotional turmoil.

[Villain's affection level detected +8, total 100!]

[The villain's darkening value is detected -5, totaling 45! 】

Gu Fanghe kissed Jin Chen's lips reverently, not as gently as before, and Jin Chen indulged him.

The storyteller continued telling his tale, and cheers from the guests echoed through the air.

But this corner was blocked by a screen, leaving the ambiguity unresolved.

After a long while, Jin Chen gently pushed him away, "Let's go upstairs."

Gu Fanghe nodded, stood up unsteadily, but still held Jin Chen's hand tightly.

The two went up to the second floor and entered the innermost room.

There were no lights on inside; only the glow of lanterns from the street shining through the window cast a hazy glow on the room.

Gu Fanghe pinned Jin Chen against the door and kissed her fiercely, his breath reeking of alcohol.

Jin Chen let him take what he wanted, but her fingers slowly slipped inside his clothes, caressing his firm chest. Her fingertips traced the skin, sending a slight shiver through him.

"Hmm..." Gu Fanghe groaned, his breathing becoming heavier.

Jin Chen stepped back slightly, took his hand, walked to the bedside, and pushed him down onto the soft mattress.

Then she leaned down and kissed his eyes. "Lie still."

Gu Fanghe looked at him, his eyes hazy, but he obediently lay down.

Jin Chen got up, walked to the table, poured himself a glass of wine, then walked back and sat down on the edge of the bed.

He took a sip of wine, leaned down and kissed Gu Fanghe's lips, passing the wine to him.

Gu Fanghe's Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed the wine, but some of it still slid down his lips, down his neck, and disappeared into his clothes.

Jin Chen lowered his head and gently licked the surface with the tip of his tongue.

Gu Fanghe trembled all over, his fingers gripping the mattress tightly.

Jin Chen straightened up, picked up a strand of Gu Fanghe's loose hair with her fingers, and twirled it around her fingertips. Her voice was casual and lazy, "You're so jealous, I should coax you properly."

Gu Fanghe looked up at him and said, "Yes."

Although Jin Chen tried to coax him, Gu Fanghe served her with utmost devotion, showering her with kisses on every inch of her skin.

Jin Chen lay on her back, her fingers running through his hair, gently stroking it.

"Hmm..." Jin Chen hummed softly, his back arching slightly.

Gu Fanghe looked up at him, her eyes unfocused, "Young master...do you like it?"

Jin Chen's fingers gently traced his cheek. "I like it."

His voice was breathless, "I really like it."

Gu Fanghe's eyes lit up, and he leaned down to kiss him again, a deep and heavy kiss.

The moonlight outside the window grew stronger.