On our wedding night, my wife acted strangely.

Lin Yi hummed in agreement.

Mimi and Yifei both paused, and couldn't help but exchange a glance.

Yifei was relatively better off, but Mimi felt a little uneasy.

She had finally managed to get into the prince's bed and her position was just starting to stabilize when another one appeared, and this one was even the princess's woman.

What is the prince really thinking? Is it really as rumored that the prince has a taste for both master and servant?

She secretly glanced at Lin Yi and saw that he was still resting with his eyes closed, which made her even more uneasy.

However, no matter how uncomfortable she felt, she dared not show it. The lesson she had just learned was still fresh in her mind, and she didn't want to be kicked out of bed by the prince.

Yifei felt similarly, but more so a sense of helplessness. The inner courtyard of the Prince's mansion was destined to be anything but peaceful; she just needed to behave herself and do her duty.

Soon, the door was pushed open, and two rough-looking old women led a figure in.

It was Xiuzhu who entered.

Mimi and Yifei both glanced over instinctively.

She had changed into a clean, light green dress, her hair was neatly combed, and she wore light makeup. She looked completely different from the timid little maid she had been in the west wing.

Although her face still showed some paleness and fear, her bright almond-shaped eyes, coupled with her pitiful expression, were indeed quite alluring.

Mimi sneered inwardly: "Hmph, vixen! All she knows is how to seduce the prince!"

However, she dared not show it on her face, and even stood up to greet him.

"Sister Xiuzhu is here! Come on over, the Prince is waiting for you." Her voice was sweet, sounding like a genuine welcome.

But that smile looked so fake.

How could Xiuzhu dare to be presumptuous? She was now a lamb to the slaughter, and she couldn't afford to offend anyone.

When Yang Mi greeted her, she was so startled that she quickly lowered her head and returned the greeting.

"Sister Mimi..." Her voice was so soft it was like a mosquito's buzz, filled with both shyness and fear. Even Lin Yi, who was used to seeing beautiful women, couldn't help but think to himself: She is indeed extremely beautiful.

Lin Yi glanced at them indifferently and said, "Alright, you two can go out now."

These words were said to Yang Mi and Yi Fei.

"Yes, Your Highness." Without saying a word, Yifei put down her work, bowed, and left.

Mimi, however, was reluctant to leave and wanted to stay and see what the prince was going to do to this little vixen.

But he didn't dare say such things, so he could only nod, pick up the foot basin, and follow Yifei out.

Just as he was closing the door, he didn't forget to turn back and glare fiercely at Xiuzhu.

You little bitch, just you wait!

The door was closed, leaving only Lin Yi and Xiuzhu in the room.

The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat awkward and ambiguous.

Xiuzhu stood there, unsure of what to do with her hands, her heart pounding in her throat.

The prince drove everyone away, leaving himself all alone. What... what was he planning to do?

Is it really going to be...?

Oh my god, I'm so embarrassed! I don't want to be bent over on the table like that lady.

The thought of a certain possibility made Xiuzhu's face burn, and her legs began to go weak, almost making her unable to stand.

But is it true that every married couple will have a scene where they lie face down on the table? If the prince insists on doing so, will I agree? Or will I agree willingly and proactively?

After all, the man before them was the Regent.

He was the most honored man in the Great Zhou Dynasty besides the emperor.

Being chosen by him is a blessing I've earned over many lifetimes.

Xiuzhu had a lot of inner monologue, and her expression kept changing, turning red and white in turns.

Lin Yi didn't say anything, but just leaned back in his chair and looked her over.

He discovered that this girl, once she was properly groomed, was actually quite pretty. Although she couldn't compare to the Luo family's twin sisters, she was still a beautiful young woman. In later times, you wouldn't be able to marry her without a dowry of 388,000 yuan.

However, Lin Yi is not interested in women now. He only needs one woman to serve him in bed. It's not a good thing to be too promiscuous.

After all, having another woman means having more to worry about.

Lin Yi isn't so bad that he'd turn his back on someone after he's done with them.

Because that's not just being a spoiled brat, that's being a scoundrel.

He had another purpose in bringing Xiuzhu to his room after she was cleaned up today.

One reason was that the dungeon was dark, damp, and had a musty smell, which Lin Yi disliked.

Furthermore, he needed to use Xiuzhu to monitor Luo Qingyu, thereby seizing her weaknesses and harming those behind her.

Seeing Xiuzhu trembling like a little quail, Lin Yi shook his head, finding it somewhat amusing, and then tapped the table with his hand.

"Knock knock".

Xiuzhu was stunned for a moment, not understanding.

Seeing her silly look, Lin Yi smiled helplessly again, pointed to the teapot on the table, and said, "Come here and pour me a cup of tea."

"Ah? Oh... Yes, yes!" Xiuzhu finally realized what was happening, and hurriedly ran over, picked up the teapot, and poured tea for Lin Yi with trembling hands.

I was so nervous that my hands were shaking so badly that I spilled a lot of tea.

Lin Yi didn't mind, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then slowly said, "Do you know why I released you from the dungeon?"

It's here, it's finally here.

She knew that the prince wouldn't be so kind to her for no reason—taking her to a bath, changing her into new clothes, feeding her delicious food, and now calling her to his room alone.

There must be a price to pay for all of this.

Xiuzhu took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down. Then she secretly told herself: Don't be afraid, this is my chance to rise to the top! As long as I seize it, I'll never have to live a life of having to be subservient to others again!

Thinking of this, she mustered her courage, raised her head, and looked at Lin Yi, her watery eyes filled with determination.

"This servant understands."

"Oh?" Lin Yi raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Then tell me, why?"

Xiuzhu bit her lower lip, two red clouds rising on her cheeks. She felt it was too embarrassing to say such things, but she had no choice but to say them now.

"Your Highness... Your Highness saved me from dire straits, which is a great kindness. I have no way to repay you except... except this body. If Your Highness does not mind, I am willing to serve you wholeheartedly and make you happy."

After saying that, she felt like she was on fire. She kept her head down and didn't dare to look Lin Yi in the eye. She even felt that she had never been so bold in her life.

For a young, unmarried woman to say such things to a man is utterly shameless.

But she had no choice.

She thought a lot during her time in the dungeon.

She didn't want to die, and she didn't want to go back to that humble life she had lived before.

She wants to climb to the top and become someone superior!

The man in front of her was her only hope, the last straw she could grasp.

So no matter how ashamed she was, she had to say it.

After she finished speaking, Xiuzhu stood there, nervously waiting for Lin Yi's reply.

She didn't know how the prince would react.

Would you gladly accept and then pin her to the bed? Or would you think she's a shameless slut and kick her out?

Whatever the outcome, she has no choice but to accept it.

However, after waiting for a long time, she didn't see Lin Yi make any move, only heard a "plop—"

Lin Yi spat out the mouthful of tea he had just taken a sip of.

"Cough cough cough...you...cough cough...what did you say?"

He was quite taken aback by Xiuzhu's words, coughing and waving his hand.

Serve me?

Make me happy?

Do I look that much like a lecherous glutton?

He sees a woman who's even slightly attractive and wants to sleep with her?

Lin Yi felt that his image had been severely insulted.

He had always thought of himself as a transmigrator with ideals, ambitions, and long-term plans. How come in this girl's eyes he was just a beast who only thought with his lower body?