CH 136

Because everyone was so excited with Ji Zhao and Qingchen's reunion, and because of various miscellaneous things, Tang Tianyuan only remembered that Zhu Dacong was still locked up in the prison when Ji Heng's family was about to leave.

He truthfully reported Zhu Dacong's problem to Ji Heng. He strongly suggested that His Majesty the Emperor take this man with them. When Ji Heng heard Zhu Dacong bullied, plundering by force, and most importantly, he dared to kidnap A Chen. Why should he take such a scumbag away? Just kill him. 

Tang Tianyuan frowned when he heard this. After thinking about it, he probably described Zhu Dacong too poorly, which caused the Emperor to want to kill him. Tang Tianyuan felt a little sorry. "He is not a heinous person."

"Hmm, let me ask A Zhao."

Tang Tianyuan dissed him inwardly. The Emperor was really below the Empress, completely henpecked.

Ji Zhao was talking to Qingchen when Ji Heng ran over. He asked Ji Zhao if she wanted to kill Zhu Dacong. Ji Zhao heard Tan Lingyin talk about Zhu Dacong previously. She was very angry when she learned that Zhu Dacong forced her into marriage and kidnapped A Chen. Fortunately, A Chen was not hurt. She scolded a few words at the time, but was caught up in other things later, so she forgot about it. Now that Ji Heng mentioned this person, she asked Qingchen after some contemplating, "A Chen, what do you think should be done?"

Ji Heng also looked at A Chen. The eyes of the couple were full of affection, as if saying: ‘Just say the word and we’ll fry him or skewer him, as long as you are happy.’ 

Qingchen thought for a while, and gestured: Let him go.

Ji Zhao felt sad and distressed that her younger brother was so kind. "A Chen, it's not good for you to be so soft-hearted. At least give him a good beating."

Qingchen shook his head and explained: My sister had always felt guilty towards him. If she doesn't pursue it this time, then this would even out the past grievances.

‘Sister’ naturally refered to Tan Lingyin.

Ji Heng looked at Ji Zhao with an expression of ‘See, I guessed right.’

Ji Zhao pushed Ji Heng aside and asked Qingchen, "A Chen, tell me the truth. Do you like Lingyin?"

Qingchen glanced at her in surprise and shook his head.

Ji Zhao was a little puzzled again. Maybe A Heng was overthinking. As she thought, siblings shared deep feelings, albeit not necessarily the relationship between a man and a woman. Besides, if Qingchen really liked Lingyin, wouldn’t Lingyin have noticed by now?

Ji Zhao felt relieved after coming to this conclusion.

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As the emperor, Ji Heng couldn't run out for too long. Don't think that being an Emperor was all leisurely and easy. When against a stubborn civil servant, they would really dare to scold anything; all the unpleasant words included. In short, once he settled everything here, Ji Heng had to take his wife and child back home.

Ji Zhao originally wanted to take Tan Qingchen away, but Qingchen wanted to stay in Tongling for a while longer.

Qingchen’s thoughts were if Tan Lingyin really married into the Tang Residence in the future, the two of them would not have many days to get along. Unlike their current lives, these days will be numbered in the future.

Although Ruyi didn't stay here for much time, he was already somewhat attached. He couldn't bear to leave here, he especially couldn’t bear to part with Tang Tang. When they were saying their farewells, Ruyi held Tang Tang in his arms. His eyes were red and his bright pupils were covered with tears. Tan Lingyin's heart ached when she saw those small teary eyes. She almost agreed to let him take Tang Tang away, unfortunately, Tang Tang was unwilling to go with him.

For one, Tang Tang was reluctant to leave Tan Lingyin. The other reason was because Tang Tang didn't like Ji Heng. 

Speaking of this, this was one of the only things Ji Zhao complained about her husband. All animals, no matter what species, disliked Ji Heng. They’d either run away whenever they saw him or pretended to be sick. Ji Zhao once discussed this issue with Ji Heng. She thought maybe he was the king of beasts in his previous life. As a result, Ji Heng showed her his beastly side that night...

No more gossip. Back to the main story:

Tan Lingyin and others came to see them off. What amazed Tan Lingyin was that there was only a family of three when they first arrived. However, now that they were leaving, there were many more people. The new people were all men with sharp eyes. They looked as keen as hawks and seemed ready to fight with anyone at any time.

These people were probably guards protecting the Imperial family, but Tan Lingyin didn't know where these people were hiding before. This thought was the one that truly flabbergasted her.

Ruyi tearfully told Tan Lingyin to take Tang Tang to the capital to find her to play with. Tan Lingyin agreed to his request and waved to him.

The Imperial family got into the carriage one after another, and gradually set off.

When she returned to the county government office, Tan Lingyin was still sighing.

Tang Tianyuan knew that she was reluctant to part with Ruyi, so he joked, "Since you like children so much, just wait until you give birth to a few."

Tan Lingyin didn't feel much when she said this to Ruyi, but when he said it, she felt a slight heat on her face. She lowered her head and retorted, "If you want, then go give birth yourself."

Tang Tianyuan approached with a smile, and said in a low voice, "I can't give birth by myself, and neither can you."

Tan Lingyin's face turned even redder. She stepped back awkwardly, turning her face away from him.

Tang Tianyuan leaned closer again, this time even closer. He could almost bite her ear, "We have to work together to make it happen…"

"You, you, you..." Tan Lingyin didn't expect him to say such rascal words without blinking an eye. She pushed him, "Hooligan!" Then she pushed him hard, "Hooligan! Hooligan! Hooligan!"

The more embarrassed she was, the happier he became. Even though he was pushed and shoved, Tang Tianyuan was extremely happy in his heart. He laughed and followed Tan Lingyin's movements. He took a few steps back and sat down on the chair.

Without support while leaning forward, Tan Lingyin accidentally plunged into his arms.

Tang Tianyuan took the opportunity to hug her and refused to let go. He clasped her waist, raised his head, and looked into her eyes with a smile. "Who is the hooligan holding me down now?"

Tan Lingyin struggled to get up. But how could she get up?

Her right leg was still on the ground while her left leg was already kneeling on his. Because her body was leaning forward and being hugged by him, the weight of her body was concentrated on the left leg. Tan Lingyin pressed against his leg, trying to get up. Her knee moved wildly and accidentally bumped into a place that shouldn't be touched, but Tan Lingyin herself was ignorant and still struggling.

Just like that. It was just a light brush, the angle was a bit off, and the force was not heavy, but Tang Tianyuan felt like a firewood that was just ignited. His throat parched, as if it had been baked by fire. He urgently needed the nourishment of a sweet spring. He looked at her lips– they were as red as fresh cherries. He narrowed his eyes slightly, quickly grabbed the back of her head, and gave her a deep kiss.