The seductive princess is no longer being pursued; the aloof prime minister is facing a crematorium.

Chapter 40 Promise me before you kiss me.

Jiang Jinshuang didn't even realize who Pei Du was referring to when he said "he".

She felt that she wasn't the only one experiencing a burning sensation all over her body.

Those lips are so beautiful.

So beautiful that Jiang Jinshuang didn't even hear what he said clearly, she just stared at his moist lips.

Swallowed.

The sandalwood incense, which was originally cold and refined, now seemed more like a molten lava pit, burning away all her reason.

She leaned forward, tempted, wanting to bite those moist, glossy lips.

But the next second, the man turned his head to avoid it.

The crimson lip rouge brushed across the man's fair cheek, leaving a vibrant mark.

—It made the man's aloof and detached face appear even more noble.

Not getting what she wanted, Jiang Jinshuang frowned in dissatisfaction, looking at the man with a dazed expression.

The man's face was turned to the side, his eyebrows and eyes were clear and his features were distinct.

His cool-toned eyes, hidden beneath his long eyelashes, were calm and clear.

Fine, shimmering light fell upon the man's long eyelashes, like fleeting glimpses of light, or the fluttering of butterfly wings.

The man's beautiful Adam's apple bobbed up and down.

As if only belatedly noticing the cool touch on her face, her long eyelashes trembled.

"I want...I want to kiss you..."

Jiang Jinshuang was somewhat tempted.

She grabbed the man's collar with one hand, trying to pull him closer.

Like a child asking for candy, using the most primitive method to get what they want.

Even kneeling before her, Pei Du was still much taller than her.

He pursed his lips slightly, slowly turned his head, tilted his head back, and looked down at her.

His usually neat and tidy clothes were crumpled up by her, but he only glanced at them before his gaze returned to her face.

Her eyes shimmered, like a pool of melting spring water.

"Promise me, then I'll kiss you."

What did you promise?
Jiang Jinshuang's mind was a complete mess.

She grabbed his wrist with her other hand, determined to pull him forward!
The man stood tall and upright, and no matter how much she tugged at him, he only looked down at her with a cold and indifferent gaze.

"Jiang Jinshuang, say it, I promise you."

"Promise...what?"

Jiang Jinshuang found the person in front of her very strange.

He's been talking to himself since the beginning, and she can't understand a word he's saying!
Pei Du's eyes were cold and clear, his features were exquisite and three-dimensional, and his lips were thin and cool: "Have Si Ning move out of the princess's residence tomorrow."

Jiang Jinshuang had almost no rationality left, and could only use her limited thoughts to think about the meaning of Pei Du's words.

My head was spinning for a while.

She frowned, then belatedly realized what was happening.

The hand that was gripping the man's collar slowly released itself, and the hand that was gripping his wrist also trembled as it withdrew.

She was curled up in the corner, with nowhere to hide, so she could only curl herself up even smaller.

"No, no way..."

She had promised the head of the Si family that she would take good care of Si Ning.

With her remaining rationality, she only remembered this one promise.

"No...you, you get away from me..."

If you don’t want to eat it, then don’t eat it!
As long as he stays away from her, she'll definitely be able to get through it on her own!
As if she had made up her mind, Jiang Jinshuang bit her tongue again.

This time, however, it didn't work.

Two long, slender, fair fingers pressed down on the tip of her tongue without any mercy.

"Well--"

With a painful groan, Jiang Jinshuang frowned and instinctively tried to struggle back!

A large, strong hand immediately placed on her waist, pressing her down and pinning her in front of him, making it impossible for her to break free!

His finger bones pressed against the tip of her tongue, resolute and indifferent. Tears were forced from Jiang Jinshuang's eyes, rolling down her cheeks, which somehow managed to bring her back to her senses.

Jiang Jinshuang, extremely agitated, dimmed her eyes. She glared fiercely at the man in front of her and bit his finger!

Jiang Jinshuang's strength was definitely not light, but Pei Du only frowned slightly and did not resist at all, letting her bite him.

Jiang Jinshuang frowned and only released her mouth when she smelled rust in her mouth.

The man's eyes were cold and dark, and his voice was hoarse: "He is so important to you."

The finger was pulled out of her mouth, and Jiang Jinshuang coughed twice, her eyes brimming with tears.

"Pei Du, you just want to see me make a fool of myself, don't you?"

Jiang Jinshuang stared at him intently, her eyes bloodshot: "Now that you see me like this, are you feeling particularly relieved and satisfied?"

"Get out of here if you've had your fill. I don't want to see you!"

She used her last bit of strength to say those words, then gasped for breath, her whole body trembling.

With her head down, in her hazy state of consciousness, she seemed to hear the sound of her jade belt swaying gently.

It was crisp and melodious, just like that night three years ago.

Enraged, he untied the jade belt and tied it around her ankle.

The clear, melodious sound of jade echoed through the bed all night.

She heard the rustling sound of clothes moving above her head; he had moved a little closer to her.

The hand that had been resting on her waist slowly moved down her spine.

The comfortable coolness neutralized the burning heat on her body. Jiang Jinshuang let out a soft hum, belatedly realizing what was happening!
She struggled, trying to push his hand away!

"Don't move," a man's voice came from above, low and husky, "You'll get hurt."

Jiang Jinshuang was a little unsteady on her feet.

Her voice trembled with tears: "Pei Du, I don't want you..."

She gripped the man's arm, her fingers trembling.

A light blue gauze dress draped over the man's arm, the blue and red contrasting sharply.

The sounds of the jade belts clashed together once again.

It was because the two were standing too close that the jade pendants on their waists bumped together.

"Your Highness did not say to others that I am your possession."

He paused, and as if in punishment, the man tightened his knuckles slightly.

Jiang Jinshuang groaned and gripped Pei Du's sleeve tightly.

"Then Your Highness, please treat me as an immovable object."

Jiang Jinshuang's thoughts were in complete disarray.

She bit her lip, her voice hoarse and trembling: "Even without you, I can... get through this..."

The man's voice remained as cool and calm as ever.

He simply lowered his eyes, his gaze falling on her brows, which had relaxed as she felt relieved.

"Ok, I know."

He knew that she could survive on her own even without him.

It's his fault.

—He has ulterior motives.

……

Jingmo knocked on the door.

"My lord, His Highness the Crown Prince has already led his guests to arrest the person over there."

“Hmm,” the man’s voice was calm and indifferent, but if you listened carefully, you could hear a tremor in his tone at the end, “Send someone to keep an eye on things, we’ll be there right away.”

Jingmo, unsuspecting, asked earnestly, "Would you like me to prepare some cold water for Your Highness?"

He remembered that since the princess had inhaled some, it would be better to apply a cold compress.

“No need,” his voice faltered for a moment, “It’s almost over.”

Upon hearing this, Jingmo dared not ask any more questions, and his posture while standing guard stiffened.

Sir... he finished so quickly?

(End of this chapter)