Chapter 1254: Rules for Raising a Loyal Dog Uke 18

Jin Chen is very pleased with this resolution speed.

No wonder he's his little guard.

He put his arm around Yajiu's shoulder and snorted arrogantly, "Sparing your lives is fine, but… you must know what to say when you leave today."

"Yes, yes, we know, we won't say anything, today's events will absolutely not be known to outsiders!"

"Right, Heir Apparent Your Highness, we will absolutely keep our lips sealed! Today we'll pretend we never came to the prince's mansion."

They nodded repeatedly, feeling like they might vomit from the bloody smell, then Jin Chen gave them a stern lecture.

"Stupid! Of course we need to publicize it widely, best to let the whole Wanling City know the Heir Apparent doesn't like women, so there won't be any more red, white, or blue clothing."

Butler: "……"

He closed his eyes, unable to see the future reputation of the prince's mansion.

Jin Chen crossed his arms, "Did you all hear that clearly!"

"... Um, this, this, we will definitely get it done for you!"

Although I don't know why, just do it, otherwise our lives are at stake!

Several people left trembling, afraid that if they moved slowly they'd be killed by that guard who looked fierce but was actually handsome.

Jin Chen waved his hand, "Someone, throw away the corpse."

"Yes!"

Preparing to return to the theater to continue watching something not particularly interesting, but a tune that can pass the time.

Jin Chen had just turned sideways when he suddenly saw a black shadow flash outside the prince's mansion courtyard.

He saw it, and Yajiu naturally had also seen it; his instinct wanted to give chase, but he was frightened by the previous incident, his feet moved but he stopped dead to listen to Jin Chen's instructions.

Jin Chen satisfiedly rubbed the youth's forehead hair, "Not bad, you've made great progress."

Unexpectedly praised again, Yajiu opened his bright, sparkling eyes, the corners of his mouth curving up.

"Master, should we chase?"

"No need, it's too dangerous."

Jin Chen put his arm around the youth and walked inward, "Shadow Three, follow."

"Yes."

Jin Chen walked inward, still chattering, "A petty assassin who's shown his tail—no need for our mansion's Number One Assassin."

The title of Number One Assassin, Yajiu had never said it himself; he could only guess it was something the master had looked up.

But using it here now actually adds a few teasing nuances.

"Master, still allow Little Nine to wear the hidden-weapon waist belt, okay?"

Yajiu's tone was gentle, "It's really dangerous now; assassins are already at the gate."

"Not urgent, wait for the artisan to make a new belt before we talk; today's one is too heavy."

Jin Chen had his hands behind his back, tone leaving no room for discussion.

Yajiu could only comply, obediently following Jin Chen back, but at the corner he saw the master's steps pause, and he bowed his head seriously.

He dared not move, watching wide-eyed as the master drew nearer and nearer to him.

Jin Chen lightly pinched Yajiu's jaw, his tone full of interest, "Just now the Heir Apparent wasn't joking; he truly dislikes women."

"... Mm, the master naturally keeps his word."

Yajiu's voice unconsciously softened, a hint of tension inexplicably rising.

They could see they were already at a distance where their noses almost touched.

"Saying you're good-looking isn't a joke, but… the more closely I examine you, the more beautiful you appear."

Yajiu's beauty lacks impact, even leaning toward a plain youthfulness.

But only up close can one notice the faint mole on the nose tip, the slightly drooping eyes—both extremely attractive.

Yajiu leaned back, his tightly bound long hair suspended, his sturdy lower back already resting on the corridor railing, behind him a pond full of green water and lotus flowers.

And Jin Chen, nearly covering him, eyes smiling, was actually a bit more radiant than the deep autumn sun.

This was also the first time Yajiu had seen the master at such close range, and he found himself staring a bit dazedly.

Like still winter water rippling, a lighter surge of moisture and mist emerged, thus it became engraved and unrestrained.

Clearly, the master is the best-looking.

Call him… unforgettable day and night.

In their mutual gaze, it was Yajiu who first looked away, yet he heard a laugh from beside his ear, "Why aren't you looking?"

Yajiu's cheeks flushed red with a hint of spring, leaning in Jin Chen's arm crook, burying his head and unwilling to lift it.

Yet in his heart he silently responded.

Fearful of startling heavenly beings.

【Detected Villain Heartthrob Value 10, accumulated 48!】

After a long while, Jin Chen finally released the youth, whose face was flushed and ears hot, in a good mood, "Accompany the Heir Apparent to continue watching the play."

"Yes."

Yajiu followed behind, the back of his hand lightly touching his cheek, startled by the warmth.

——

"Young master, the Zhou Manor's monster… no, Young Master Zhou Xiao delivered the invitation fold, saying tomorrow's Autumn Chrysanthemum Banquet invites many talented scholars and beauties from Wanling City to attend."

Da Hu entered holding the gold-embroidered invitation, and didn't forget to cover his eyes with one hand, peeking through his fingers to see that the master and Yajiu weren't embracing, before he felt assured and handed it over with both hands.

"Earlier, the frightening one came in to report manor affairs; upon opening the door he saw the young master hugging the little guard, looking like they were about to kiss!"

"He's under house arrest, yet he still has the leisure to arrange a chrysanthemum banquet?"

Jin Chen snorted, his face almost showing his ulterior motives.

「Young master, what are you planning, to refuse the Zhou family's invitation? 」

「No need, you will reply, just say that this Heir Apparent will definitely attend. 」

Having rested in the prince's residence for almost a month, Jin Chen slept until his bones were almost stiff; going out for fun was just boating on the lake, nothing new.

Better go see some fun.

「Alright, I'll go reply right away. 」