TIGR Chapter 118

The Imperial Guard’s Revenge

Chapter 118 Information

Lu Heng rose from the bed, as if making a great sacrifice. Wang Yanqing lay inside the bed curtain, wrapped in a brocade quilt, listening to the soft rustle of him getting dressed outside.

Last night, Lu Heng tossed and turned for a long time, and both sets of clothes had become so disheveled they were almost unrecognizable. However, Lu Heng had many sets of official robes, each one designed for a different season, so changing into a new one didn’t prevent him from leaving.

Lu Heng skillfully fastened his flying fish robe and tightened his wrist guards, picking up his embroidered spring knife, ready to leave. But as he turned around, he saw Wang Yanqing lying past the bed curtains, her body curled up in the crimson brocade quilt. Her breathing was almost imperceptible, and only her long, beautiful hair spilled across the bed, like a camellia in spring slumber. It was as if she were surrounded by fragrant mist, and the moonlight drifted along the corridor.

Lu Heng, who had been about to leave, abruptly turned on his heel. He strode across the messy floor and, using the hilt of his knife, lifted the bed curtain. Wang Yanqing opened her eyes in surprise, but before she could react, Lu Heng leaned over and kissed her deeply on the lips.

Lu Heng’s kiss lasted for a long time. When he straightened up, Wang Yanqing’s lips were red and swollen, and a trace of blood was seeping from the corner of Lu Heng’s lips. Lu Heng rubbed his lip with the joint of his index finger. Seeing the blood on it, he looked at Wang Yanqing with a half-smile and said: “You dare to bite me, I will come back to settle the score with you.”

Wang Yanqing, breathing heavily, collapsed into the soft cloud-like quilt, feeling deeply wronged. Her tongue felt almost numb. Clearly, it was his over-the-top behavior that caused her teeth to accidentally knock into his lips. How did that end up being her fault? Seeing the look of indignation on her face, Lu Heng raised an eyebrow and smiled: “Not convinced?”

Wang Yanqing’s response was to grab the brocade quilt and turn her back to him, leaving only the sight of her back.

She lay on her side, the crimson quilt covering half of her shoulder, outlining her delicate and slender profile. Lu Heng’s gaze fixed on the sharp curve of her waist and hips, his throat itching with desire. He knew he couldn’t stay here any longer, or else, he really wouldn’t be able to leave today.

In his mind, he was already plotting how to make her cry and plead guilty when he returned. But for now, he placed his embroidered spring knife on the edge of the bed, bent down, and pulled the quilt higher, covering her shoulder.

He gently kissed her cheek and whispered: “Sleep well. I’ve told them to wait outside, so they won’t disturb your rest.”

Wang Yanqing kept her eyes closed, pretending to be asleep, completely unresponsive to Lu Heng’s words. She heard the bed curtains fall, followed by steady and powerful footsteps. Then the door opened and closed, and he stopped outside, whispering something.

Through the curtain and windows, Wang Yanqing couldn’t hear clearly, but it was probably Lu Heng telling the maids to keep quiet and not disturb her sleep. The maids responded in unison, and soon everything outside became completely silent, even the footsteps barely audible.

Wang Yanqing slowly opened her eyes, her eyelashes fluttering delicately like crow feathers. Lu Heng really left this time. She didn’t sleep most of the night and although her body was exhausted, she didn’t feel sleepy now that Lu Heng was gone. Wang Yanqing lay in bed for a while, then quietly got up, moving as light as a thief, trying not to make any noise as she climbed out of bed.

When Wang Yanqing saw the scene outside the bed curtains, her face instantly turned red. Memories from last night rushed back, one after another, filling her mind. With her face flushed, Wang Yanqing hurriedly bent down to gather her clothes.

Lu Heng was nothing but a beast in disguise! At first, Wang Yanqing truly thought he was going to resume the wedding ceremony. But he tricked her into putting on her bridal gown, got her drunk, and then stopped pretending. She was wearing the most dignified and grand robe in a woman’s life, a wide-sleeved embroidered bridal gown. Lu Heng was also dressed in the formal attire of a second-rank official. He looked impeccable, yet beneath the clothes, he was committing disgraceful acts.

The dressing table was in the worst state, magnificent long skirts piled on the ground, flower pearls and jewelry scattered everywhere, several necklaces were broken with pearls and gemstones scattered around. Wang Yanqing went to gather the clothes. She saw her precious brocade horse-face skirt, worth a thousand gold, now wrinkled with suspicious dark stains. Her face burned with embarrassment, and she didn’t dare look closely, hastily crumpling the fabric and putting it away.

She folded the clothes neatly, stuffing the larger pieces of jewelry back into their boxes. As for the pearls scattered on the floor, she could only hope to restore them later. While Wang Yanqing hurriedly cleaned up the mess, her eyes inadvertently glanced at herself in the gilt bronze mirror.

The mirror was polished to perfection, reflecting a clear image with even her tiny hairs visible. In the reflection, her long hair was down, her eyes like slits of water, her cheeks flushed red, with strands of hair carelessly falling over her shoulders. She looked both disheveled and languidly beautiful.

Suddenly, Wang Yanqing remembered the scene she had seen in the mirror last night. Her hair had been just as untidy, her face flushed, and Lu Heng had purposely picked her up and placed her in front of the mirror, maliciously forcing her to look at her own reflection. Thinking of this, her ears burned with shame, and she forcefully slammed the mirror down, gritting her teeth as she cursed: “Shameless and despicable.”

No matter how angry Wang Yanqing felt, she couldn’t be as thick-skinned as him. In the end, she still had to quietly and cautiously clean up the mess. She tidied up the dressing table enough so that it was presentable, then moved to the other side.

Her clothes had fallen in front of the dressing table, but Lu Heng’s clothes were by the folding screen. The flying fish robe was extremely luxurious, no less extravagant than the bridal gown. Wang Yanqing picked up the trailing fabric, the leather belt, the inner lining, and the undergarments one by one, nervously avoiding looking at them, trying not to think about how they had ended up on the floor.

A maid stood outside. When she heard sounds coming from within, she quickly knocked on the door and asked: “Madam, are you awake?”

Wang Yanqing was startled. Forgetting her embarrassment, she quickly grabbed Lu Heng’s clothes and held them to her chest, saying: “No, I want to sleep a little longer. I’ll call you when I need you to come in.”

Outside the door, the maids responded respectfully, and Wang Yanqing finally let out a sigh of relief. Her middle still ached, and she was sneaking around the room like a thief, while the culprit had already left. The more Wang Yanqing thought about it, the angrier she became. She threw Lu Heng’s clothes into the washroom, letting them fall to the floor without care. But when it came to her own bridal gown, she handled it with great care.

What a pity… such beautiful embroidery, yet it had been tainted by that scoundrel.

After deceiving herself into believing everything was in order, Wang Yanqing sneaked back into bed, pretending to have just woken up. She called for the maids to come in and help her wash up. The maids had been waiting outside, and upon hearing her call, they entered with their heads down, eyes focused on the ground, not daring to look around or show any sign of noticing the traces left behind.

The maids seemed more relaxed than she was. Wang Yanqing cleared her throat awkwardly and said: “There’s no need to change clothes yet. Go and fetch hot water, I want to bathe.”

She had fallen into a deep sleep last night and hadn’t had time to bathe. The first thing she did after freeing up her hands this morning was take a bath. The kitchen already prepared hot water, and the maids skillfully carried it in, pouring it into the bathing tub. As usual, Ling Xi and Ling Luan came over to help Wang Yanqing change clothes. Suddenly, Wang Yanqing thought of something. She quickly pulled her collar tighter, blushing, and said: “I’ll do it myself. You can go outside.”

Ling Xi and Ling Luan exchanged glances but said nothing. After preparing the bathing supplies for Wang Yanqing, they bowed and left.

The washroom returned to its peaceful state, and Wang Yanqing silently relaxed. Only then did she dare untie her inner garments. Her once porcelain-like skin was now marked with several bruises, some of which clearly bore the imprint of fingers. She lifted her long hair and stepped into the water, noticing that the old clothes she left aside had been taken away.

Lost in thought, Wang Yanqing failed to pay attention to her wounds, and she winced in pain. She didn’t dare look around carefully washing her body in the water. The bruises were both old and new. On the first night, he had at least shown some restraint. Wang Yanqing had thought that was the limit, but she hadn’t expected that last night he would reveal his true nature.

As she washed herself, Wang Yanqing could no longer hold back her anger, scolding the beast under her breath.

She spent a long time in the bath, until the water was almost cold, before she finally stepped out and put on her clothes. Wang Yanqing dressed herself in her under and middle garments, making sure everything was in place before calling the maids in.

One group of maids went to tidy up the washroom, while the other assisted Wang Yanqing with her makeup. Though it had been nearly a month since their wedding, for Wang Yanqing, today marked only their third day as a married couple. She rarely wore bright colors, but today, she had changed into a full set of vibrant clothing. She wore a crimson vertical-collared blouse on her upper body, and on her lower half, she wore a dark red, phoenix-patterned, and peony-embroidered horse-face skirt. Over it all, she donned a bright red vertical-collared long gown.

The sleeves and front of her outer robe were embroidered with intricate jewel and floral designs. The hem of the robe reached her knees and split on both sides, revealing the luxurious embroidered skirt beneath. Finally, Wang Yanqing hung a delicate, lightweight gold lock around her neck, securing the bright red robe in place.

Her entire outfit, from top to bottom, was red. If not carefully managed, it could easily appear vulgar, but with her porcelain-white skin, Wang Yanqing was able to carry the vivid red effortlessly. Moreover, she chose her clothes well. While her inner lining, long skirt, and outer robe were all red, the shades varied in depth and brightness. The inner blouse was a soft, pinkish crimson, and even though it was hidden beneath the outer robe, the vibrant color of the sleeves could still be seen peeking through, adding an air of grace and layers of elegance. The inner lining was lively, while the skirt used a deep, subdued embroidered satin, with subtle patterns pressed into the fabric. This made her appear grounded and balanced, avoiding a heavy top or overly flashy look. The outer robe, being the largest garment, was in a classic, neutral bright red. Though her neck was long, adding two layers of collars would have been cumbersome, so she chose a collarless robe that revealed the pure white collar of her inner blouse. There were hidden buttons on the sides that, while maintaining the robe’s dignified and restrained appearance, also subtly outlined her figure.

Wang Yanqing’s outfit was elaborate, so her hair accessories had to be equally elegant, but not overly excessive to avoid looking garish. She styled her hair up and adorned it with a few golden ornaments, which enhanced her beauty just enough.

The maids watched in admiration. New brides typically wore a set of red clothing for one month, which, while festive, could become garish if worn too long. However, Wang Yanqing had used the texture and sheen of the fabrics to create an ensemble that was both dignified and lively, exuding grace and slender elegance. Standing in the room, she truly appeared as though surrounded by gold and jade, glowing brightly.

After Wang Yanqing finished getting ready, a maid asked: “Madam, would you like to have your meal?”

Having endured such exhaustion last night, Wang Yanqing was hungry long ago. She nodded and said: “Bring it in.”

Ling Luan bowed and turned to leave and arrange the meal. The breakfast was luxurious, likely something Lu Heng had instructed before leaving. After Wang Yanqing finished her breakfast, she looked up at the sky and realized that it was only mid-morning.

She tidied the room and took a bath. She thought it had taken longer.

Normally, after a woman married, she would serve her parents-in-law tea the next morning, followed by a regular routine and evening rituals, without slacking off. However, Lu Heng lived alone in the capital, and apart from her, there was no other female head in the Lu Mansion. Therefore, Wang Yanqing didn’t have to worry about waking up early or staying up late. As long as she didn’t mind losing face in front of the maids, she could sleep as late as she wanted, and no one would care.

But Wang Yanqing certainly wouldn’t do such an unseemly thing. She didn’t need to worry about relationships, so after eating and drinking to her fill, she would do the things she enjoyed. Lu Heng’s study was filled with many books, covering a wide range of topics such as astronomy, geography, yin and yang, and history. Wang Yanqing studied at the Zhenyuan Marquis Mansion before, but back then, she was only trying to please Fu Tingzhou. She would follow whatever Fu Tingzhou read, without her own independent thoughts. Now, she had plenty of time and could freely fill the gaps in her knowledge.

Recently, after following Lu Heng in handling cases, she starkly realized that her knowledge was inferior to his. Lu Heng could always make accurate judgments, and apart from being intelligent and meticulous, one important factor was his extensive reading.

In the afternoon, Wang Yanqing nestled in the study reading books. When she got tired, she would take a walk in the garden. She could ask for anything she wanted to eat, and the kitchen would bring it quickly. Without realizing it, the light began to fade, and the wind started to bring a chill. Ling Xi lit the lamp wick and said: “Madam, it’s getting dark. Please be careful with your eyes.”

Wang Yanqing was just about tired from reading. She closed the book and asked: “What time is it?”

“Three quarters past Shen (3:45).”

So, the court had adjourned. Just as Wang Yanqing was about to ask for Lu Heng, she heard a guard announcing outside: “Madam, the Supreme Commander has returned.”

What a coincidence. Wang Yanqing swallowed the words on the tip of her tongue, stood up, and walked outside.

She spent the entire afternoon in the study, and their living quarters were in the main courtyard, which was quite a distance away. The study was already considered part of the outer courtyard, and normally, women of the household were not supposed to wander freely to avoid encountering guests. But since there was no one else in the Lu Mansion, Wang Yanqing could go wherever she pleased without worrying about others.

Wang Yanqing was just about to fasten her cloak when she suddenly heard movement outside. Lu Heng had already arrived. Surprised, she gestured for the maid to stop fastening the cloak. As the maid stepped back, the door curtain was lifted, and a tall, confident figure entered. A breeze and stream of light poured in from behind him, like a beam shining into the study.

Wang Yanqing stepped forward and asked: “Why are you back so early today?”

The court required officials to report to the palace early in the morning. After the Spring Equinox, morning sessions usually dispersed in late afternoon, and after the Autumn Equinox, it would disperse earlier. In reality however, the court was strict about punctuality for the morning assembly, but there was no strict enforcement for when they could leave. If the day’s tasks were completed, they could leave the palace at their own discretion, so many high-ranking officials disappeared after noon.

But the Imperial Guards were exceptionally busy, and Lu Heng particularly was always swamped. Since the Renyin Rebellion, the Emperor had grown even more reliant on him, often summoning him in the middle of the night to discuss state affairs. Lu Heng never had any time off, and leaving the palace during regular hours was extremely rare for him.

Regarding this Lu Heng was also very displeased. He took off his cloak, complaining: “Other people can take a few days off after their wedding, but I had to report to the military station the very next day. Now, even spending time with my new wife must be squeezed into my schedule. It’s completely unreasonable.”

Wang Yanqing knew he was just venting at home, he would never voice such complaints outside. She smiled and said: “The more capable you are, the more work you have. The fact that you have no time to rest means the emperor values you a lot. Besides, I’ll always be here. Whether you come back early or late won’t bother me.”

Hearing her words, Lu Heng felt as if his heart was gently touched by a spring breeze, softening him completely. In the past, he had always worked late into the night, surrounded by blood and danger, with the scent of blood constantly lingering in his nose. He felt like it didn’t matter where he lived. But now, there was someone waiting for him at home. His life that was once like a kite flying without a string, suddenly felt tethered. No matter how far he went, he would always return home.

Lu Heng handed his cloak to a servant and took Wang Yanqing’s hand, walking inside with her: “I’m not worried about myself, I’m afraid I’ve neglected you.”

“I’m fine.” Wang Yanqing said, “There are so many books here, I could spend a long time just flipping through them. How could I ever be bored?”

Lu Heng placed his sword on the rack and laughed: “Then I might have to hide some of these books away. If you spend all your time reading, forgetting to think of me, what will I do?”

He never spoke seriously. Wang Yanqing shot him a glare, unable to hold back a smile: “Stop being so cheeky.”

They sat down in turn, and Wang Yanqing poured him a cup of tea: “I didn’t know you were coming back, so I didn’t have time to greet you. From now on, I’ll bring some things and head back to the main courtyard in the afternoon, so you don’t have to come all the way here in vain.”

When Lu Heng returned home, no one was there, and he had to go to the study to look for her. This was obviously a dereliction of duty on the part of Wang Yanqing as a wife. Lu Heng picked up the teacup, raised an eyebrow, and said: “There is no issue, this is our home. You can go wherever you want, no need to wait for me. Besides, I had some things to handle in the study, so we can stay together.”

As soon as Wang Yanqing heard this, she quickly asked: “What happened?”

“It’s the Japanese pirates.” Lu Heng didn’t try to hide anything from Wang Yanqing and directly said, “The emperor has roughly selected a few candidates and asked me to investigate them privately. In a few days, when they recommend commanders to pacify the pirates at court, he will have a better idea of the situation.”

Wang Yanqing immediately understood. An emperor who wanted to govern well must always stay a step ahead of his officials. He needed to understand the situation of those beneath him so that when the various factions recommended their candidates, he could make sense of the political landscape, who was allied with whom, and who was working together in secret.

The emperor was only one person, and since he couldn’t leave the palace to deal with the officials who had large families and numerous students, he needed someone like Lu Heng, with sharp eyes and ears.

Wang Yanqing couldn’t help but sigh to herself. She always thought that being the emperor was the most comfortable job in the world. The wealth and beauties of the world all belonged to him, what could go wrong? But after meeting Lu Heng, she realized that being the emperor was difficult, and being the emperor’s close official was even harder.

The information needed by the emperor all came from Lu Heng, and knowing what to uncover and what to report were both delicate matters.

Wang Yanqing knew that Lu Heng was cautious and reserved, so she immediately stood up, planning to leave: “Since you still have work to do, I’ll head back first…”

But Lu Heng caught her wrist and smiled: “Why are you in such a hurry to leave? It’s rare for me to see you, and now that I’m finally home, you won’t stay to accompany me?”

Wang Yanqing hesitated: “But this must be confidential, right…”

She knew that the Imperial Guards had spies in the households of high-ranking officials, secretly recording their every action and word. Their vast network gathered information that was then compiled by Lu Heng, who would sift through and extract the important details to present to the emperor.

This involved undercover agents within the Imperial Guards and even secrets of many high-ranking officials in the court. Could she really watch all of this from the sidelines?

“It’s fine.” Lu Heng said, “If I can’t even trust my own wife, then what’s the point of living? You’re better at these things than I am. Just consider it helping your husband be a little lazy.”

Wang Yanqing still hesitated. Lu Heng was someone who never ate mushrooms again after learning certain ones were poisonous. Did he really trust her? Was he trying to deceive her? Seeing her hesitation, Lu Heng decided to be more direct: “We sleep in the same bed. If you wanted to harm me, wouldn’t it be better to do it when I’m all confused and distracted, instead of waiting until now?”

“Be quiet!” Wang Yanqing was startled and quickly went to cover Lu Heng’s mouth. Lu Heng didn’t avoid it. He let her soft hand press against his face, his eyes filled with a smile as he looked at her. He even kissed the palm of her hand lightly.

A wave of heat seemed to surge from her palm and spread throughout her body, making her feel uneasy standing. Wang Yanqing, both embarrassed and annoyed, glared at him and said with a stern face: “I’ll stay, but you’re not allowed to say such nonsense again.”

It was no trouble at all for Lu Heng. He nodded without hesitation and agreed.

Lu Heng was someone who, when he was serious and sincere, mostly spoke things that weren’t true, but when it came to lewd comments, was always genuine. Two years ago, he would never have allowed anyone to approach his study, but now, they lived together, ate together, and even slept together. At their closest moments, he was even inside her. If she had any ill intentions, she would have had countless of opportunities to kill him. If he couldn’t even trust her with information, how could he sleep by her side at night?

Even when she had just regained her memories and hated him the most, she had never done anything to betray him. He was willing to offer her the highest degree of trust, sharing his life and power with her.

She had an exceptional ability to detect lies. Although she couldn’t see them face-to-face, if she read through records of conversations detailing the words and actions of high-ranking officials, she would still be able to quickly pinpoint key details. The Imperial Guards recruited talented individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their background, age, or gender. Criminals were welcome, so what of his wife?

A servant brought over a chair and, after adjusting the lighting and tea, quietly withdrew, standing respectfully outside the door and ensuring no one approached the room. Wang Yanqing sat at the table, a little uneasy as she pulled out a booklet from the secret box: “Shall I begin?”

Lu Heng nodded: “The Imperial Guards require informants to record every detail of what the targets do. It might be a bit tiring to go through these booklets, so just write down anything you think is important. If you’re unsure about their relationships or identities, feel free to ask.”

Wang Yanqing nodded seriously, her face becoming very stern: “Okay.”

A beauty was most alluring under the light. Looking at his gentle, beautiful, and stunningly attractive wife, Lu Heng couldn’t help but feel the urge to kiss her. With that thought, Lu Heng reached out and gently cupped her neck, pressing a deep kiss on her lips: “Thank you for your help, Qing Qing.”

Wang Yanqing placed her hand on his shoulder and, with a guilty look, glanced around: “Stop fooling around, there are still important matters to attend to.”

Did that mean he wasn’t an important matter? Lu Heng released her, nodding readily: “Alright then, I won’t disturb you.”

Wang Yanqing accompanied Lu Heng to a few scenes before, but this was her first time officially conducting Imperial Guard work. Since Lu Heng trusted her, she couldn’t let him down. She took the task seriously, opening the booklet and reading through the records, word by word.

The spies of the Imperial Guards were truly thorough, with an entire box filled with information on officials in the capital. Each booklet corresponded to an individual and recorded everything, from when they woke up to when they went to bed. Some records even noted what officials muttered in their sleep. Wang Yanqing was very impressed. She marveled for a moment, but soon refocused and started examining the information more closely.

Wang Yanqing had a natural intuition when it came to reading people’s expressions. Even someone like the emperor or Lu Heng, who were both extraordinary and adept at reading people, couldn’t compare to her. They relied on their minds to judge, while Wang Yanqing simply relied on her intuition to get an answer. Though her abilities were somewhat diminished through the paper barrier, people’s actions and words followed certain patterns. Except for the mad or the foolish, most people could be understood through the patterns in their behavior.

As long as there was a pattern, Wang Yanqing could find the flaw. She focused intently, occasionally jotting down page numbers and keywords on the paper. Her jet-black hair and fair skin gave her an ethereal look as she worked, making her appear almost divine. Lu Heng thought to himself, if there were such a thing as the Goddess of Mercy in this world, she must look like this.

Lu Heng admired her for a while before reluctantly returning to his own work, picking up another booklet and starting from the beginning.

Because the information was so complicated, they ate their dinner in the study. After Wang Yanqing finished her meal, she quickly resumed her work, filtering through the records. She didn’t know how long she’d been reading, but her eyes were starting to blur. She rubbed them and was about to reach for a new booklet when a hand suddenly grasped hers.

Lu Heng stood up, taking away the papers in front of her: “There are so many booklets. You can’t finish them all in one sitting. We made more progress today than I expected. You’ve been reading all evening. You should rest now.”

Wang Yanqing asked: “Isn’t the emperor in a hurry?”

“Even if the emperor is in a hurry, he won’t be unreasonable.” Lu Heng added, “As long as it’s submitted within ten days, there’s no rush.”

Upon hearing this, Wang Yanqing secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Given the current pace, ten days was more than enough, and she had already figured out a few tricks to speed up the process. It would only get faster from here. Wang Yanqing turned her head toward the window and murmured: “It’s already this dark…”

“Yes.” Lu Heng replied, “Thank you for your help today, Qing Qing. I was ready to stay up for several more nights, but with your assistance, I can finally get some good sleep. What kind of reward would you like?”

When Wang Yanqing heard this, she wasn’t happy. She said seriously: “We’re husband and wife, there is nothing to thank. Helping you is enough to satisfy me.”

“This won’t do.” Lu Heng pushed his chair aside, leaning one arm on the armrest beside Wang Yanqing, and said in a serious tone, “In the Imperial Guards, the most important thing is clear rewards and punishments. Those who make mistakes must be punished, and those who contribute must be rewarded. You’ve helped me many times and made great contributions. If I don’t reward you, it won’t sit right with me. I’ve thought about it for a long time, and there is only way I can repay you for your efforts.”

Wang Yanqing sensed something was off as soon as he pushed his chair aside. After hearing his words, she immediately understood what he was planning. Her face turned bright red with embarrassment, and she pushed his arm away with force: “I don’t need it!”

“There’s no need to be polite with me.” Lu Heng’s true intention was exposed, and he took advantage of his height to skillfully unbutton her clothes,” Your contribution is priceless. It would be too tacky to use gold or silver to express it. So, I, the commander, have no choice but to repay you with my own body.”

Lu Heng had been wanting to do this for a long time. The moment he returned, his eyes lit up. Such a beautiful red dress, yet he was the last one to see it. This was truly outrageous. He could only take off the clothes himself to relieve his resentment.

Beautiful things required a lot of effort to maintain, but they could be destroyed in an instant. Wang Yanqing’s originally dignified and smart clothes were quickly torn into pieces by Lu Heng. Lu Heng lifted Wang Yanqing’s legs onto the armrest and said seriously: “It’s too short. Looks like we need to order a taller set of tables and chairs tomorrow.”

|| Author’s Note:

Wang Yanqing: I can stay, but you must stop saying such nonsense.

Lu Heng: I understand. What you’re saying is, I can still do it.

#Chinese Comprehension Level 10#

|| Translator’s Note: Happy New Year! I wish you the best in 2025 and hope you find all that you are seeking 🎊

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