Chapter 12: The Elder Princess's Thoughts

Yun Fengyue's heart was full of shock, and her belly full of resentment.

She could now be certain that the words she had "heard" were not spoken by Yang Jun, but merely that she had happened to hear his inner voice.

And precisely because of this, Yun Fengyue became even angrier, even more dissatisfied.

What the hell?

What does it mean to say I am like a wolf and a tiger?

What does it mean to say I need a man?

And they say I have countless male favorites, that I couldn't leave the Princess's residence alive without a male favorite!

This bastard, how can he think of me like that?

You should know, I am a dignified Elder Princess; what kind of man could I not have?

Do I really need to be wolf-like and tiger-like, starving and thirsty for a man?

As Yun Fengyue thought more, she grew angrier, and involuntarily she increased her grip, tightly squeezing Yang Jun's hand.

"Yang Jun, Prince Pingxi has been loyal to the emperor and patriotic all his life, with great merit and hard work."

"He has endured countless hardships for our Great Xia, and devoted himself wholeheartedly to protecting the Yun Clan Imperial Dynasty."

"But now Prince Pingxi has suddenly died, and upon thinking of this, This Palace truly feels regret!"

Yun Fengyue fixed her gaze on Yang Jun and began to speak.

In her affected tone, her eyes stared at Yang Jun even more intently.

At the same time, she increased the force in her hand, tightly gripping Yang Jun's hand, and spoke to him in an elder's tone.

"Yang Jun, I don't know how the Prince Pingxi's mansion is now."

As she spoke, Yun Fengyue lifted Yang Jun's hand slightly.

"Thank you for your concern, Elder Princess; everything in the residence is fine."

Yang Jun smiled and replied.

But while speaking, Yang Jun secretly curled his lip.

【How could the Prince Pingxi's mansion be fine? Your Yun Clan Imperial Household has been watching it closely; I dare not even breathe, and yet you call it good?】

【And you, this Elder Princess, are even more aiding tyrant Zhou, eyeing me like a tiger watches its prey—what do you intend?】

【Hmph, just wait; once your possession of private troops is exposed, Yun Fengyun will naturally deal with you.】

【When the time comes, just watch you dogs bite each other—see how you'll end up!】

Yang Jun snorted coldly inside, feeling even more dissatisfied with such matters.

For him, it was about surviving by any means, preserving his life first—that was what he needed to do.

Yang Jun replied, his gaze on Yun Fengyue, showing an even more deeply grateful expression.

But at this moment, Yun Fengyue's heart seemed like waves rising in a vast sea, tumultuous and surging beyond compare.

How could something I have concealed for so long, something more important than my life, possibly have been known to Yang Jun?

Yun Fengyue was greatly shocked; if others learned of this, it would be deadly!

After thinking this, she also became even more uneasy, her eyes fixed tightly on Yang Jun.

It's over; my secret has been exposed. For now, the best course is to deal with Yang Jun first.

And to handle this matter, there are only two options.

Either kill Yang Jun outright, or the only other option is to recruit him for my own use, make him my person!

However, from hearing Yang Jun's inner voice now, this kid indeed understands my secret.

But one good point is that Yang Jun hasn't yet told my secret to the Imperial Elder Brother.

Based on this, it is also my greatest opportunity.

That is to say, it's not necessary to kill Yang Jun right away; the best approach is first to probe his true intentions, then make other plans.

After thinking this, Yun Fengyue gave a slight smile, doing her best to release her goodwill.

"Actually, there's nothing in the Prince Pingxi's mansion you need to hide from me."

"We've been frank with each other, right? Back then my elder brother and your father swore brotherhood, so strictly speaking you should call me aunt. Understand, child?"

Yun Fengyue softened her voice, stepped forward, and spoke repeatedly.

While speaking, she firmly grasped Yang Jun's hand with both hands.

Yang Jun startled, and before he could react, a fragrant breath assailed him; before his eyes appeared two patches of soft white hidden beneath the purple gauze.

Yang Jun felt this glaring sight, and involuntarily hurried to avert his gaze.

"Child, you've been wronged; tell Aunt the true situation now."

"Like this: if you don't speak, I'll have someone send some silver to your residence."

"Don't be afraid; formerly you had your father, now you have me, your aunt, who can likewise back you up—I'll make sure you live well!"

Yun Fengyue spoke repeatedly to Yang Jun, and while speaking she extended a hand to gently stroke his cheek.

"Child, you have suffered; from now on, you'd best consult me on everything."

"You being able to enter the palace today must be because His Majesty summoned you."

"But you must understand that His Majesty is not always lenient; do you understand what I mean, aunt?"

As Yun Fengyue spoke, her eyes actually turned somewhat red.

An appearance of utmost sincerity, and also of extreme pity toward Yang Jun.

Yang Jun is no fool; he naturally understands that Yun Fengyue's actions aim to draw him away from Yun Fengyun's side.

【This wanton, lascivious woman—how strange she is! What use could I have for her? Besides, what other schemes does she have?】

Yang Jun's thoughts were straightforward; upon reaching this point, he again bowed respectfully to Yun Fengyue.

"I thank the Elder Princess for her kindness, but now His Majesty has summoned me, and I must go."

Yang Jun clasped his hands in salute, Yun Fengyue smiled and waved, bidding farewell to Yang Jun.

And now Yun Fengyue also understands one thing: Yang Jun should know about his conflict with the Imperial Elder Brother.

However, Yang Jun's current demeanor is unclear; among these expressions, there is also an unpredictable appearance, leaving her somewhat uncertain.

It seems we need more contact; we must definitely get to the bottom of Yang Jun's intentions.

Yang Jun walked back along the way he came; at this moment, his mind was filled with countless thoughts.

As for this Yun Fengyue, one cannot be careless.

You know, in the original book, Yun Fengyue is called the number one wanton woman of the Great Xia.

Just this point alone is enough to give someone a headache.

Most importantly, she has been secretly forming factions for personal gain, while Yun Fengyun pays no attention to surface matters; he only thinks that as long as Yun Fengyue does not threaten his rule, it's fine.

But he never expected that Yun Fengyue would actually accomplish exactly what he worries most about in those places.

In this matter, Yun Fengyue also uses her ostensibly wanton behavior to conceal the true intent behind her actions.

Let Yun Fengyun lower his guard, while she actually strengthens her own power.

However, Yun Fengyue's such action ultimately ends up being a case of doing the work for someone else's benefit.