Transmigrated as the Villainess, Troubled by the Cuteness!

Chapter 276 - 210: The Empress’s Lazy Daily Life (Part 7)

The man in front of her had eyes as dazzling as obsidian, exuding a sharp air of intelligence. Beneath his seemingly calm facade, there was a pair of eyes as keen as an eagle’s, making the deep-carved handsome features more imposing, like a wolf pouncing on its prey.

Yet, Shen Jingxian was sure she had never seen this person before.

Even though she was a bit face-blind, she wouldn’t have forgotten someone with such features if she had met him.

If Wen Ranchen’s looks made people feel self-conscious like an immortal’s, then this man was full of aggression.

He was not like the gentlemen popular in the Capital at all.

However, the trends in the Capital generally followed Shen Jingxian. Whatever kind her husband was, the gentlemen of the Capital would imitate, which was understandable.

Shen Jingxian could also tell that this man was already trying his best to restrain his aura in front of her.

This was the confidence of someone with a noble status; otherwise, he wouldn’t dare to step forward and talk to her in front of everyone.

Shen Jingxian turned to look at Wen Ranchen; usually, it was in moments like these that he would tell her who the person was, after all, she hadn’t been on the throne for long and didn’t know many people.

But today Wen Ranchen seemed not to have received the signal; when he saw Shen Jingxian look over, he even returned a smile.

Shen Jingxian: ...

The unknown handsome guy was still respectfully waiting for a response from her, and Shen Jingxian couldn’t just ignore him in front of so many people, so she could only muster up the courage to ask, "Which family are you from?"

After asking, even Shen Jingxian herself felt something was off; how strange.

Then, she remembered.

In the TV dramas she used to watch, whenever the Emperor asked a woman which family she was from, it usually meant she was to be taken into the Imperial Palace, and those already in the palace would receive a ’bang bang’ that night.

And then, palace intrigue ensues, stepping up step by step, until the tyrant Emperor is pinned to death! Yes! Pinned to death! Just like a fat orange cat.

Thinking of this, Shen Jingxian frightened herself, quickly stopping her thoughts.

"In response to Your Majesty, I am Qi Xiuyuan of the Qi Family from Huzhou."

Wha... what is this?

Shen Jingxian heard, but it seemed like she didn’t hear.

She didn’t know what kind of family the Qi Family from Huzhou was!

It sounded like nobility, but to what extent, she had no idea.

Yes, she was indeed an ineffectual Emperor, unable to engrave the political powers’ map of the world into her mind like other Emperors. She was only good at eating, sleeping, throwing tantrums, and calling Wen Ranchen.

When in doubt, find Wen Ranchen.

Shen Jingxian resolved that since she didn’t know who the person in front of her was, she would leave it to Wen Ranchen. Given her understanding of Wen Ranchen, he was probably secretly jealous right now.

"Qi Xiuyuan..." Shen Jingxian murmured his name, three simple syllables, yet the way she said it made everyone feel itchy inside, and made Wen Ranchen’s heart sink.

"Are you saying you are infatuated with me?" Shen Jingxian stared directly at Qi Xiuyuan, making the initially imposing strong man suddenly blush.

He shyly averted his gaze, losing his earlier momentum, too embarrassed to repeat his words and only able to respond somewhat awkwardly, "Yes, I am infatuated with Your Majesty."

There was only one Qi Family in Huzhou, the family of King Qi Huan.

Yunyi had many princes, true, but only a few with power, and King Qi Huan happened to be one with power.

How powerful, you ask? He could be described as the local emperor of Huzhou.

But he was different from an average local ruler; he didn’t think too highly of himself or let his power breed greater ambition, nor did he mistreat his subordinates or people.

In other words, even though King Qi Huan held the title of prince, the people regarded him as a parental official.

And the man before her, Qi Xiuyuan, was King Qi Huan’s most beloved son.

The most beloved son, but not the heir, nonetheless indulged from childhood.

Because of this, Qi Xiuyuan had a brief period of being a playboy, during which he became good friends with Fu Xuan and frequently heard from him about his so-called sister, Yunyi’s most esteemed Princess.

However, these matters were irrelevant; he always thought there were plenty of flowers worldwide and saw no need to obsess over one, especially one that the Emperor and Empress cherished, who were beyond his reach, so he dismissed them from his mind.

Until Fu Xuan changed, until Fu Xuan managed Xingyang, Qi Xiuyuan truly became interested.

He wanted to see what kind of woman could transform Fu Xuan so much.

It just so happened he was nearby during the autumn hunt, so he came.

Initially, it was just curiosity to catch a glimpse, but Qi Xiuyuan didn’t expect that the former Princess, now the Emperor, was so stunning, several times more beautiful than any painting, exuding a certain fording demeanor that could steal one’s heart at a glance.

He couldn’t think of any resplendent words to describe her; every word seemed pale when standing before the Emperor.

In short, she had grown in his heart!!

By the time he came to his senses, he had already uttered irretrievable words to the Emperor.

Qi Xiuyuan was somewhat vexed; the General was the Emperor’s husband, the Imperial Husband, right by the Emperor’s side; how could he say such things in front of him?

But immediately, Qi Xiuyuan thought of another issue: the Emperor’s harem was currently empty, with only the General.

Although it was the first time for a Princess to become Emperor, there was no reason for the harem to remain empty... His status wasn’t low, and he was good-looking; could he use this opportunity to be taken into the palace?

In any case, his elder brother would inherit the family business; he was only playing at home, so why not... enter the palace?!

Enter the palace to serve the Emperor?!

After all, he didn’t mind sharing with the General, even if the General would make things difficult for him over this; as long as he could win the Emperor’s favor, it would be worth it.

Moreover, the Emperor seemed to like him too.

Qi Xiuyuan deduced Shen Jingxian’s liking for him based on her not getting angry at his blunt words.

He didn’t know that Shen Jingxian didn’t get angry because she wasn’t sure who he was.

All these thoughts seemed plentiful, but actually, they unfolded in just a fleeting moment; when Qi Xiuyuan raised his head to look at Shen Jingxian again, his eyes were full of hope, full of insinuation.

Wen Ranchen was already so angry that he could not maintain his expression.

The experienced Pan Jiaojiao was more anxious since she had some ties with Qi Xiuyuan and couldn’t do anything about his courting disaster.

Qi Xiuyuan was finished; he had no idea how terrifying Wen Ranchen could be!!

Song Yan appeared indifferent; she mainly had faith in the Emperor.

As expected, Shen Jingxian, after listening to Qi Xiuyuan’s words, did not continue the conversation but instead smiled brightly, "Many people are infatuated with me, but I only have one heart, which I’ve already completely given to my husband. If you also want it, you have to ask my husband if he’s willing to share."

This statement from Shen Jingxian seemed a bit self-boasting, but everyone didn’t see it that way because she spoke the truth.

Indeed, many noblemen admired the Emperor; some genuinely loved the Emperor as a person, while others loved the Emperor’s status. In any case, the admirers were many.

Yet, hearing the Emperor speak so openly and teasingly, everyone felt... ahhhh, the Emperor is so cool!!!

Especially those accompanying ladies and female officials, who were already scripting an 800,000-word sweet romance between the Empress and the General in their minds.

Surely, the bookseller’s illustrations would soon be arranged.

Empress × General volumes sold very well, and most importantly, the two people involved didn’t mind.

Wen Ranchen, hearing this, paused and didn’t even immediately react, only speaking in a deep voice after a moment, "I am unwilling."

Of course, he was unwilling, which was precisely why he didn’t introduce the son of King Qi Huan when Shen Jingxian looked at him.

He was genuinely afraid, afraid that the Emperor... would fill the harem.

Shen Jingxian, hearing this, turned back to look at Qi Xiuyuan, tinged with regret as she shook her head, "My husband says no, thank you for your mistaken affection."

Looking at the returning gaze of Shen Jingxian, vivid and full of cunning, Qi Xiuyuan felt a sudden sense of regret.

The Emperor truly appeared fond of him.

For some reason, Qi Xiuyuan blurted out, "I am willing to rank below the General."