"Young master, the person you chose is more surprising than I imagined," the white-bearded elder said slowly, stroking his beard.
Nan Gongyu's eyes were filled with warmth as he watched Xiao Man, who moved with ease among the assassins, his gaze full of deep affection. "Naturally, how could the woman of Nan Gongyu be like an ordinary person."
The elder glanced at his beloved disciple and sighed, "Don't you think the people around her are too complicated? And the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry, they are the guardian gods of Yun Qi."
"Master, the moment Du Gu Man died, the Scarlet Feather Iron Cavalry was no longer the guardian god of Yun Qi, but a harbinger of death," Nan Gongyu said softly. "Now, they are used by Man'er, which is a great thing for Yu Sheng."
The elder's brow remained furrowed. For some reason, he always felt Xiao Man was very dangerous, and what made him even more uneasy was Nan Gongyu's attitude towards Xiao Man. He had never seen Nan Gongyu so pleased.
"She is Xiao Zhen's daughter."
"So what?"
"The Emperor will not allow you to marry her," the elder said softly. "You already hold military power, and if you marry her, the Emperor will be restless."
"This king can hand over the military power."
"Are you mad? Giving up the military power you finally obtained for a woman!" the elder scolded. "If you like her, wait until you ascend the throne and bring her into the palace, dote on her. Why ruin your great future for a woman? When you become the ruler of the world, what kind of woman won't you have?"
"Master, she is different." Nan Gongyu said gently, "If I have to choose between the world and her, I am willing to give up the world."
"Nonsense!"
Nan Gongyu did not reply. Was it nonsense? Only he knew it was not. Even if he had to exchange it for the world, he would not let Xiao Man go. He was young then and admired her peerless elegance. He thought she had died, and she would never appear in the world again. Who knew she had changed her appearance and walked into his trap? How could he let her go again!
"Young master, you cannot forget the responsibility on your shoulders."
"Master, rest assured, I know my responsibilities, but responsibilities and her are not in conflict."
"She is not a woman who is content to stay at home!" A murderous glint flashed in the elder's eyes. He would not allow anyone to manipulate Nan Gongyu. Nan Gongyu was destined to be the ruler of the world and could not lose his mind for a woman.
"My woman does not need to be content to stay at home. Whether she is strong or weak, as long as it is her, I like her." Nan Gongyu said with a smile. What could he do? They had only been apart for a short time, but he missed her terribly and just wanted to hold her in his arms and love her dearly.
After dealing with all the assassins, Xiao Man took out a handkerchief, wiped the blood from her sword, and left with her entourage. Shortly after they left, someone appeared and took away the bodies, washing away the bloodstains on the street as if nothing had happened.
Xiao Man returned to the inn where she was staying and splashed a handful of cold water from the basin on her face. Suddenly, she felt someone behind her and immediately struck out with her elbow. However, her elbow was caught, and when she tried to lift her leg, it was suppressed. In a breath, she was subdued and pressed against the wall.
The passionate kiss, with a familiar scent, made Xiao Man's tense body involuntarily relax. After a moment, it tensed up again. The Prince of Qin had caught up. Could he be here to kill her?
After a long while, Nan Gongyu released Xiao Man's lips, his dark eyes full of grievance. "Liar, big liar."
Xiao Man's breath hitched. "Who are you calling a liar?"
"You, you are the liar! You said you would discuss marriage with your father when you went home, but you ran away!" Nan Gongyu accused Xiao Man of being heartless. "You abandoned me and broke your promise!"
"I..." Xiao Man was speechless. After Nan Gongyu said that, she felt like a scumbag. After all, she had taken advantage of the Prince of Qin and then refused to acknowledge him, which was indeed unkind. Sudan Novel Network
"I just want some peace and quiet."
"Who is Jingjing? Is it another man you're seeing outside?"
Xiao Man's eyes widened, and she stared at the man who was being unreasonable in front of her. Was this the cold, heartless, arrogant, and powerful Prince of Qin? Could this be an imposter?
"I didn't!"
"Then who is the man beside you?"
"Tian Que?"
"Tian Que, you call him so affectionately!" The Prince of Qin's jealousy flared up. "Why don't you call me so affectionately? I am your man!"
Xiao Man was a little overwhelmed by the Prince of Qin's peculiar train of thought. "How should I call you?"
"You call Wen Mohan 'Mohan' and Zhan Tianque 'Tianque'. As your man, am I not worthy of a special nickname?" Nan Gongyu was very petty. Every time he heard Xiao Man call Wen Mohan 'Mohan', heaven knew how he almost drowned in vinegar.
"Your Highness..."
"Everyone calls me Your Highness. I am your man, and I should have a special nickname!"
Xiao Man choked. "Nan Gong?"
"There are many people with the surname Nan Gong, it's not special."
"Little... Little Yu?" Xiao Man said tentatively.
"I am older than you! Call me Brother Yu."
Brother Yu! She could be Nan Gongyu's mother considering her two lifetimes, and he wanted her to call him Brother Yu, what a joke!
"You refuse?" Nan Gongyu narrowed his eyes dangerously.
Xiao Man flinched. "Can we choose another one?"
"Choosing another one is fine. Anyway, I am your man now, so call me husband."
Xiao Man was dumbfounded. They were not married yet, and if she dared to call Nan Gongyu husband,呵呵, those old scholars would drown her with their spit.
"That might not be appropriate."
"Calling me 'Xiansheng' is also acceptable." Nan Gongyu's hot breath landed on Xiao Man's face, making her feel extremely uncomfortable. "Choose one of the three names."
"Can I call you Fourth Brother?" Xiao Man said pleadingly. "I am now a princess personally appointed by His Majesty. Calling you Fourth Brother should not be abrupt, right? The other two names are too intimate..."
"You've done more intimate things with me than this, and you're afraid of an intimate nickname?" Nan Gongyu was relentless. "Choose one of the three names."
Xiao Man gritted her teeth and finally chose the least difficult one among the three options: "Yu... Brother Yu."
Nan Gongyu's eyes deepened, and his voice became hoarse. "Louder, I didn't hear you clearly."
"Brother Yu." Xiao Man felt too ashamed. This young boy she used to tease was now teasing her back. This felt too uncomfortable.
Nan Gongyu looked at Xiao Man's tear-streaked face. The so-called "pears adorned with rain" probably looked like this, making one's heart flutter. "Man'er, I miss you so much."
Xiao Man's body stiffened, seemingly shocked. As their eyes met, she saw an incomprehensible longing in Nan Gongyu's eyes, as if it would spread like a disaster at any moment and engulf her.