A vicious female is trapped in a beastly hell.

Chapter 441 Nighttime Break-in at the Palace (Bonus Chapter for Donations)
Xue Yinzhou withdrew his gaze from Shen Tang, and even he, who was usually taciturn, showed unusual curiosity. "What happened?"

"Well, it's a bit complicated. I'll explain it to you in detail on the way. Let's take the wounded back first."

Xiao Jin was carried back to the palace. After his wounds were cleaned, Shen Tang stayed behind to treat him.

Jialan and the others left first to take care of other matters.

The Imperial army won a great victory, but many orc warriors were killed or wounded. The wounded were immediately taken to hospitals for treatment, and there are still many families of orcs who died in battle who need to be comforted and compensated.

As soon as the person in the way left, Xiao Jin couldn't wait to pull Shen Tang into his arms and kiss her hard, "Tangtang... my Tangtang... I missed you so much!"

He held her tightly in his arms, as if he wanted to devour her whole, but even that couldn't ease his longing for her!
Shen Tang let him embrace her passionately, until she was almost out of breath.

She gently pushed him away, both amused and exasperated. "Weren't you badly injured? How do you still have the strength to hug me? Lie down quickly, I'll treat you."

Xiao Jin buried his face in her hair, deeply inhaling the fragrance emanating from her body, and said infatuatedly, "You are my painkiller. I don't feel pain when I see you."

"..." Hmm! Still the same glib-tongued person.

Xiao Jin contentedly pulled Shen Tang into his arms, inhaling her scent, feeling safe and comfortable, murmuring again and again, "I missed you..."

Shen Tang's heart softened at his words.

She stopped joking, looked up and kissed his lips, "I missed you too."

Xiao Jin's eyes lit up, as bright as the morning sun.

Shen Tang was afraid that he would get too emotional and cause his wounds to reopen. She quickly pressed him down on the bed, got up and scolded, "If you don't behave, I'll get angry. Lie here obediently, I'll treat you first."

Xiao Jin lay flat on the bed, perhaps because he was really in pain, and became much more obedient.

His bright golden eyes remained fixed on her, burning with passion.

Shen Tang lowered her head, trying her best to ignore it, and a pale green healing power appeared in her palm. She carefully and meticulously treated his wounds and broken bones.

Xiao Jin was seriously injured, but Shen Tang now possesses top-tier healing abilities, so treating him wouldn't take much effort.

After the treatment, Xiao Jin once again pulled her into his arms, lowering his head to give her a deep, lingering kiss. Seemingly not satisfied, he rolled over and pinned her beneath him, pursuing her rosy lips with kisses, repeatedly saying, "Tangtang, I love you. Will you be with me tonight?"

Xiao Jin stared intently at Shen Tang, his gaze filled with an unspoken longing.

Having just returned from the battlefield, she's now in heat—

He's now desperately seeking her affections!
I'm so thirsty!
Shen Tang originally wanted to agree to his request, but unfortunately, Jia Lan had already drained her dry!
This fish used to be as obedient as could be, but he was actually up to no good! Ever since he found out that the cursed power on his body had disappeared, he couldn't even be bothered to pretend anymore and wanted to squeeze her dry.

Xiao Jin's motivation was even stronger. Just thinking about working non-stop for the next few days, even someone made of iron couldn't take it!
"Ugh, I'm a little tired tonight, let's talk tomorrow." The mermaid's waist was incredibly strong... She touched her waist; it was still sore!
Xiao Jin felt a little regretful, but he could also tell that she was really tired today, so he didn't keep bothering her and just held her quietly.

The long black panther's tail wrapped around her calf, gently rubbing against it.

After days and nights of fierce fighting, they enjoyed a moment of peace and tranquility.

Shen Tang stroked his soft, black, tousled hair, leaned down and whispered in his ear, "I love you too."

The man's body seemed to stiffen slightly, his arms tightening as he pulled her closer to his chest. A low, deep moan escaped his throat. His leopard tail coiled even more tightly around her thighs, as if he wanted to become one with her.

Does this little female even realize that she's being told this right now...?

Humph.

Let's bear with it for now and talk about it tomorrow.

Shen Tang nestled quietly in Xiao Jin's arms, leaning against his broad and strong chest, listening to his hot and rapid heartbeat, and her heart became much calmer.

Lately, I've encountered a lot of unpleasant things, one after another. Rebellions in various places, repeated attacks by rebel forces, the second resurgence of the zombie army, and then there's the situation with the Yiyuan Empire...

She's been very busy and tired these days.

But with them around, things seem much better.

As Shen Tang gazed at the bright moonlight outside the window, her thoughts drifted further and further away.

A few days have passed; Shen Li should have returned to China by now.

Shen Tang was stunned for a moment, then her lips twitched slightly.

Why would I still think of him?
They're really disappointing.

That fox... it's the most infuriating one.

……

The imperial palace of the Yiyuan Empire was shrouded in a thick night, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

A tall, slender figure appeared outside the palace.

Ge Chen staggered forward, tears streaming down his face, "Your Majesty! You've finally returned!"

His voice trembled, "The entire empire is in dire straits! From court officials to commoners, everyone is frantic with worry. If you don't show yourself soon, the empire is on the verge of chaos!"

"It's alright, I'm back now." Shen Li put one hand behind his back, the moonlight outlining his deep and aloof features. "Get to the point."

“Since His Majesty’s departure, there has been much speculation and turmoil in the court. However, there are quite a few people secretly plotting.” Ge Chen quickly presented a secret scroll. “This is the matter His Majesty sent me to investigate, and I have found out everything.”

Shen Li put away the secret scroll but did not check it immediately.

Ge Chen, oblivious to his unusual behavior, lowered his voice and explained, "As Your Majesty predicted, the Lingque clan in the north is colluding with the remnants of the Regent, harboring treacherous ambitions and secretly raising an army. The Yanlu clan in the central region is also restless… These are all secret correspondence I've collected! The evidence is irrefutable!"

After hearing this, Shen Li called out without turning his head, "Qiu Yang."

Qiu Yang stepped forward and asked, "Does Your Majesty wish for me to lead troops to slaughter the entire clan, or merely to take the head of the patriarch?"

"No rush." ​​Shen Li's voice sounded gentle and intoxicating in the moonlight. "Although the Spirit Sparrow Clan is not as powerful as the Nine-Tailed Fox Clan, it is still a century-old clan with a profound foundation and many experts..."

He suddenly chuckled, "I remember there was a beloved only son in the family, whom we cherished more than our own children."

A glint flashed in Qiu Yang's eyes. "Understood!"

Before he finished speaking, his figure vanished.

Ge Chen hadn't expected that old fox to return. He glanced at him curiously, then, remembering something, quickly asked, "By the way, Your Majesty, shall the wedding continue?"

Shen Li casually pulled out a book of incriminating evidence and tossed it to him. "Help me draft an imperial edict: the Wu family has bribed court officials with large sums of money, formed cliques for personal gain, and committed serious crimes against the empire, incurring the wrath of our ancestors. The marriage is to be dissolved, their territory revoked, and they demoted to commoners—"

"However, considering that the Wu family has served the empire for generations, they are hereby pardoned, retaining their territory and noble status, but exiled to the northern frontier, where they are forbidden from setting foot outside for ten years."

His voice was cold and deep, brooking no argument.

The wedding is cancelled immediately.

Upon hearing these words, Ge Chen was shocked. He never expected that His Majesty would actually target the Wu family!
However, the evidence is right in front of them, enough to sentence the Wu family to a serious crime!
On the other side, instead of receiving good news, the head of the Wu family and Wu Qing received an imperial edict from the emperor, announcing the cancellation of the engagement and exiling the entire clan to the frontier!
The reason?! They bribed officials?!
This crime does indeed violate imperial law, but frankly speaking, it is a common tactic among nobles, and the imperial family throughout history is no exception. Each dynasty has turned a blind eye to it.

That damned Ji Jiuli actually wants to use this reason to convict the Wu family? He's dreaming!
Wu Qing and the family head immediately objected, leading their troops to storm the palace in the dead of night.

Thank you "liekkas_Dd" for becoming a "fanatic" of the book and giving a bonus chapter. One chapter still owed!
Good night!