Three Kingdoms: I am not Liu Bian

Chapter 153 I am very satisfied, and I will make you overflow with satisfaction!
Inside the misty bathhouse, the gilded beast head slowly exhaled wisps of fragrant steam, seemingly spreading an ambiguous atmosphere throughout the room.

Liu Bian stared intently at the woman, noticing her awkward and slow movements and the slight trembling of her hands as she undressed, a sense of vigilance quietly arose in his heart.

The palace maids were all carefully taught by female officials, so how could they be so unfamiliar with such a common thing as undressing?

Liu Bian lowered his head slightly, about to ask a question, when his gaze inadvertently caught sight of a plump figure. As the saying goes, "a leaf can block the view of Mount Tai," the delicate body that was almost pressed against his leg made him unable to see the top of his feet.

Her waist was as slender as a willow swaying in the spring breeze, and a pale pink veil slipped half an inch off her shoulder, revealing her smooth, creamy skin.

The rising steam tinged her cheeks with a hibiscus hue, and the fine droplets of water on the tip of her nose added a touch of vibrancy, giving her a natural charm that was quite different from the carefully applied rouge on the dressing table.

At this moment, a hint of confusion flashed in Liu Bian's eyes.

Liu Bian had already drunk some wine, and seeing such charm now, his breathing became slightly heavy, his chest rose and fell slightly, and his Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily. He took a deep breath and forced himself to remain calm, saying, "A new palace maid?"

"Your Highness, please forgive me." Liu hurriedly gathered her hair, her head bowed, her eyelashes trembling slightly. However, the flush on her cheeks was particularly noticeable in the misty steam, whether from the heat or from shyness, it was hard to tell. "Your Highness, I was originally a palace maid who entered the palace because of a crime. Fortunately, I was granted the Empress's grace to serve Your Highness in Yong'an Palace."

Upon hearing this, Liu Bian nodded slightly, the wrinkles between his brows smoothing out a little, his doubts somewhat dispelled.

It's understandable that newly arrived palace maids are somewhat inexperienced in serving others. Besides, since it was Empress He's arrangement, he didn't need to worry too much.

The palace maids who served him were all former close associates of Empress He. If the identity of this official maid was questionable, the palace maid who was lightly scattering flower petals in the pool would probably have exposed her lie long ago.

As their clothes were removed one by one, the palace maid who had been scattering flower petals quietly withdrew, leaving only Liu Bian and the maid in the bathing hall.

Liu Bian walked barefoot across the cool, green jade tiles, the scorching pool water slowly engulfing his body, the sweet and mellow aroma emanating from the pool quietly entering his nostrils.

In this era, the tools for cleaning the body were extremely rudimentary. Even as a prince, he could only wash his body with the juice made from soap pods mixed with spices, and then add sandalwood and other medicinal herbs and spices to hot water to remove body odor.

The variety of spices was so great that Liu Bian sometimes felt that he was cooking rather than bathing.

Leaning against the edge of the bath, Liu Bian slightly raised his head, tilted his neck back, and looked up at the maidservant who was slowly entering the water.

Even though the maidservant still kept her head bowed, he could still clearly see that beautiful face.

Her delicate eyebrows slanted upwards towards her temples, and her eyes were painted with pale gold and red. Her flushed cheeks made her already beautiful face even more delicate and charming.

The maidservant moved gracefully, slowly bending down, gently lifting the thin veil beneath her feet with both hands, and carefully extending her slender, long, and shapely legs, her toes lightly touching the water's surface, as if afraid that the hot water in the pool would scald her delicate skin.

As she slowly stepped into the pool, amidst the swirling mist, the maidservant walked gracefully toward the Crown Prince. Her light pink gauze dress gradually became soaked through by the water, revealing glimpses of her undulating breasts and outlining a breathtaking curve.

A few strands of dark hair clung to her sweaty neck. The candlelight pierced through her skin, which was as thin as a cicada's wing, revealing pale blue veins that were as clear as if they were meticulously painted.

Liu Bian's eyes followed her every move closely, a playful smile playing on his lips.

He admired the beauty before him with great interest. Now that things had come to this, how could he not guess his mother's deeper intentions?

The maid gently bit her moist lower lip, her pearly teeth sinking between her pink lips. She raised her delicate hand and slowly climbed onto the prince's shoulder. The thin gauze robe slipped down her arm, revealing a section of her smooth, alabaster skin.

As the maid raised her hands, the magnificent sight was no longer concealed. The gauze dress barely covered the undulating breasts, but it could not suppress the snowy skin that trembled gently with each breath. The candlelight reflected on the mutton-fat-like skin, further highlighting the soft, jade-like skin that was white with a hint of pale pink.

Enjoying the gentle massage on his shoulders by the maid, Liu Bian let out a soft, comfortable groan. He tilted his head back slightly, but he didn't close his eyes. Instead, he looked directly at the maid with a hint of inquiry in his eyes and asked, "Which family's maid are you?"

“This servant was originally… originally Liu, the second wife of Imperial Censor Yuan Benchu. By the grace of the Empress, I was instructed to teach Your Highness… the etiquette of… sexual relations.”

Liu lowered her head shyly, her neck turning red, but suddenly heard the sound of rushing water, and her chin was forcefully lifted up by a hand.

A strand of her black hair swayed with the force and fell down to her chest. In the rising steam, her misty peach blossom eyes slightly lifted, and the rouge at the corners of her eyes was blurred by the moisture, creating a unique splash of color on her porcelain-white cheeks.

Upon hearing this, Liu Bian felt a surge of anger welling up inside him, which rushed down to his lower abdomen. His eyes instantly became fiery and domineering: "She is indeed a beautiful woman, but don't you hate me?"

He certainly didn't ask such a meaningless question for no reason. If she harbored even the slightest hatred for him, she would have been drowned in a well or given a cup of poison by his mother long ago. How could he allow her to appear by his side?
He is giving Liu an opportunity to set conditions.

Is it rare for a woman who indirectly caused the death of her husband to be brought into the imperial harem?
Bo Ji, the mother of Emperor Xiaowen, is a prime example of this.

Since the Han Dynasty, it has been common practice for female relatives of officials who have committed crimes to be sent to the Yongxiang Palace as government maids. Many imperial concubines came from the Yongxiang Palace, and some of them even became empresses of the country.

The world is bustling with people, everyone is coming and going for benefit.

I'm giving you the chance to set conditions. As long as they're not excessive, I can agree to them. But you should forget your past and be my woman faithfully. That's the true meaning behind Liu Bian's words.

"How dare this servant resent Your Highness?" Liu was no fool; she naturally understood the deeper meaning behind the Crown Prince's words. A self-deprecating smile flashed across her beautiful face, and she said with a bitter smile, "Yuan Benchu ​​died for violating the law of the land. What can this servant do? Besides, this servant has a young son. The Empress has granted this servant permission to see her once every seven days, exempting this servant and her son from labor. Even if I don't consider myself, I should at least think of this child."

Lady Liu did consider being a chaste and virtuous woman, remaining faithful to Yuan Shao for life. But for her, sacrificing her own and her child's life for that fleeting and illusory reputation was unthinkable.

Perhaps the youngest son, because of his lineage from the Yuan family of Runan, might have a chance of being pardoned in the future, but she had almost no hope. After all, who would plead with the Crown Prince for such a favor for a woman?

When she mentioned Yuan Shang, she wasn't worried about offending the Crown Prince; having experience with pregnancy made her a rare find in this era.

The mortality rate during childbirth was extremely high. Even though the Yuan family of Runan had invited a palace physician, Yuan Shao's first wife still died after giving birth.

She not only has the experience of successfully giving birth, but also the record of giving birth to a son. Mentioning Yuan Shang can also leave a good impression of affection in the Crown Prince's heart. Why not do it?

"Behave yourself and I will give you a proper title. I will also give your young son a job in the future so that he will not waste his life." Liu Bian nodded slightly, his eyes burning even more intensely. His phoenix eyes, which were very similar to Empress He's, were fixed on Liu's proud figure, and his eyes were full of undisguised fervor.

I have not only fulfilled your conditions, but also bestowed upon you even more. You should know what's good for you.

Lady Liu responded softly with a "Yes," her voice as gentle as a mosquito's buzz, as if it were her last act of restraint, as she shyly accepted the Crown Prince's promise.

Since His Highness the Crown Prince has given her so many benefits, she should serve him wholeheartedly.

From this moment on, she will completely shed her old identity and change her role to that of the Crown Prince's woman.

"May I bathe Your Highness?" She tilted her head slightly, her eyes filled with a hint of expectation and flattery.

Liu Bian nodded slightly.

Liu lowered her head shyly and slowly removed the barely-there gauze dress, her movements gentle and tinged with bashfulness.

Reaching out to the lacquer tray by the pool, a smear of viscous green liquid instantly covered her fair, jade-like hand. It was a liquid made from crushed soap pods and spices that had been boiled.

However, Liu did not apply the soapberry juice to the prince's body. Instead, she used it to adorn the peaks of his body. The green juice resembled the green plants on the mountain. Her slender fingers caressed his skin on the mountaintop, making a soft rustling sound. Her eyes were filled with a hint of daze.

Lady Liu's eyes sparkled like a spring stream just beginning to thaw. She gently stroked the prince's cheek, her fingers lightly tracing his face. Her lips parted slightly, and her breath was as sweet as orchids. The warm breath she exhaled brushed against the prince's ear, mingling with the rich scent of sandalwood in the pool, creating an aroma more intoxicating than fine aged wine.

Liu gently embraced the prince's waist, her arms exerting slight force as she moved her delicate body, applying the green soapberry juice to the prince's chest. Bubbles rose as the two hot bodies rubbed together.

"Your Highness, do you enjoy this bath?" Liu asked softly, her voice carrying a hint of coquetry.

Liu Bian inhaled the fragrance from the black hair, his nostrils flaring slightly. He felt the warm, smooth skin against his body, and found it even more mesmerizing than the bath. His eyes grew increasingly unfocused, and his breathing became more rapid.

"I am very satisfied, and I will make you even more satisfied."

Liu Bian suddenly grabbed Liu Shihao's wrist, his other hand covering her breasts, and a low, authoritative shout came from his mouth: "Get down!"

"Your Highness~"

Liu's voice, gentle yet alluring, was like peach gum soaked in honey, clinging to the ear and refusing to leave.

Liu Bian gave Liu no choice whatsoever, forcefully turning her over with both hands, gripping her snow-white swan neck, and forcibly pressing her down.

With a soft moan that made one blush, ripples gradually spread across the calm pool. The maids on duty outside blushed, some turning their heads away, others gently covering their cheeks with their hands, but all of them spat out a curse, their eyes filled with jealousy.

The moon in the sky, as if disturbed by the delicate singing, quietly veiled its beautiful face with dark clouds, leaving only dim moonlight to shine through the windows into the bathhouse.

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PS: Actually, many people think that there are hidden dangers in the Liu family, but there is no need to think so extremely.

Cao Shen defeated Wei Bao and captured him alive. Liu Bang admired Wei Bao's bravery and, in order not to lose the hearts of the Wei people, accepted his surrender. He ordered Zhou Ke, the Grand Secretary, to defend Xingyang. However, when Zhou Ke faced the siege of the Chu army, he distrusted Wei Bao and simply killed him. Bo Ji was also noticed by Liu Bang when she was working as a weaver in Yongxiang and was later favored by him.

Emperor Wu of Han's mother, Wang Zhi, was the granddaughter of Zang Tu, the King of Yan, who was killed by Liu Bang. Before entering the palace, she married Jin Wangsun and had a daughter. Wang Zhi's mother, Zang Er, forcibly abducted her and sent her to the palace to be presented to Emperor Jing of Han.

For example, Empress Guo, wife of Cao Rui, was brought into the palace in Luoyang after a rebellion broke out in Xiping County. Cao Pi sent the governor of Jincheng to quell the rebellion, and the women of the Guo family from Xiping entered the palace. Cao Rui took them as his wives.

Not to mention the prime minister's many concubines, some of whom were taken from the enemy. Lady Du was even Qin Yilu's principal wife, who was taken away after Qin Yilu surrendered.

As for the Wancheng rebellion, I personally believe it was related to Zhang Xiu's aunt, but not significantly. After Cao Cao accepted Zhang Xiu's surrender, he hadn't yet rewarded Zhang Xiu with official titles and ranks. Not only did he sleep with Zhang Xiu's aunt, but he also sent gifts to Jia Xu and Hu Che'er, promising them official titles and ranks, thus sowing discord among their chief civil and military officials. Anyone in that situation would have worried that Cao Cao was planning to kill them and take over their troops.

(End of this chapter)