NCCnovel Chapter 214 Trying on the official robes to see if they fit.
Chapter 214 Trying on the official robes to see if they fit.
"Your subject..." Yun Shang raised his hand and accepted the imperial edict, "Receive the edict."
His voice was calm, as if he hadn't grasped the deeper meaning behind the decree at all.
After announcing the imperial decree, the officials from the Ministry of Personnel took their leave.
Only the members of the Duke of Anguo's mansion remained in the front hall.
Duke Anguo raised his hand to signal the bystanders to leave, then turned his gaze to Yun Shang with a look of deep concern in his eyes and brows. “Yun Shang, the Emperor’s high regard for you this time may not be a good thing.”
Yu Wan also looked at Yun Shang.
But unlike the Duke of Anguo, she wasn't worried at all.
Yun Shang has the protagonist's halo, and he's also ruthless; he's the one who makes others suffer.
She was incredibly happy at that moment.
This part of the story does not exist in the original work.
In the original novel, Yun Shang entered the Hanlin Academy directly after winning the imperial examination, without ever having to confront Wang Ling of the Ministry of Rites.
This is enough to show that she can change the plot.
Only by breaking free from the control of the 'plot line' can she truly live freely.
She wouldn't have to constantly worry that the male and female leads would be manipulated by the 'plot line' and have designs on her life.
Yun Shang caught a glimpse of the smile on Yu Wan's face out of the corner of his eye, and his gaze darkened slightly.
Duke Anguo also saw it, frowned, and said, "Yun Shang has encountered such a big problem, why do you seem so happy?"
Yu Wan immediately snapped out of her daze and said seriously, "I believe Yun Shang can handle Wang Ling."
"Although this matter is thorny, I believe that with my husband's abilities, he can definitely do a better job than Wang Ling."
Her smile was radiant, and her address of "husband" was sweet and soft, like a candy made from clouds.
Yun Shang's gaze was fixed on her bright smile, and he couldn't look away for a long time.
His voice was calm and composed, but deep inside, ripples of emotion stirred, lingering for a long time.
"Don't worry, Your Excellency, I will handle this carefully."
Upon hearing the title "Duke," Duke Anguo frowned, as if his brows were knotted together.
Although he wasn't entirely fond of this son-in-law, the two were already married and considered family.
Yun Shang's distant way of addressing him shows that he doesn't truly consider them family.
Duke Anguo's gaze lingered on him for a long time.
Although he was displeased, he forced himself to remain silent.
Later that day, officials from the yamen delivered official robes to Yun Shang.
He informed Yun Shang that he needed to go to the Ministry of Rites to perform his duties the following morning.
Yun Shang accepted the official robes, glanced at them casually, and was about to put them down when Yu Wan noticed that the robes were red, and her eyes lit up.
Her eyes sparkled, eager to try it out. "Yun Shang, try on this official robe first to see if it fits. If it doesn't, we can have the embroiderers in the manor alter it overnight."
Yun Shang looked up and saw that Yu Wan's eyes were as bright as stars. The refusal that was on the tip of his tongue turned into an agreement.
He said, "Okay."
After that sound, Yu Wan decisively took off Yun Shang's outer robe.
Yu Wan's fingertips inadvertently brushed against his collarbone.
Yun Shang felt the air around him suddenly become scorching hot.
His gaze was fixed on Yu Wan, his eyes burning with a flame that he tried his best to suppress.
Yun Shang's mind was slightly disturbed.
These past few days, he's been spending a lot of time with Yu Wan, and his emotions seem to be increasingly swayed by her.
Her every move could easily stir his heartstrings and throw him into disarray.
Yu Wan was unaware of what Yun Shang was thinking.
She carefully picked up the official robe and gently unfolded it.
She had never seen Yun Shang wear red before. With his handsome face, how beautiful he would look in red!
She was so curious!
Thinking this, she looked up and inadvertently met Yun Shang's gaze.
Their eyes met, and time seemed to freeze for a moment.
The man's dark eyes were dangerous yet exuded an irresistible allure, like poppies—even knowing they were poisonous, some people still couldn't resist getting close.
Yu Wan's heart skipped a beat, and she quickly lowered her head and looked away.
Good heavens, I almost fell for this man's good looks again!
She slowly calmed her wildly beating heart, silently recited a calming mantra, and approached Yunshang.
She first draped the official robe over Yun Shang's shoulders and whispered, "Extend your hand."
Yun Shang did as instructed.
Yu Wan cleared her mind of all distractions and focused on dressing him. Several times, her fingers unintentionally brushed against Yun Shang's collarbone without her noticing.
They also failed to notice that Yun Shang's breathing suddenly became more rapid.
He looked down at Yu Wan's serious face and pursed his lips tightly.
Yu Wan fastened the last button and then straightened his collar.
She looked up and was suddenly met with Yun Shang's burning gaze.
This was the first time she had seen a look beyond calm in Yun Shang's eyes.
Does Yun Shang ever show his emotions?
Yu Wan stared at him, feeling her heart pounding faster and faster.
She instinctively tried to back away, but suddenly her calf cramped up!
Yu Wan screamed inwardly.
Unable to control his body, he involuntarily slumped to one side.
She snapped her eyes shut and cried out in a panic, "Yun Shang—"
The next moment, an arm wrapped around her waist and pulled her firmly into a hug.
Their bodies were pressed tightly together, and Yu Wan could clearly feel the warmth and firmness of Yun Shang's chest. Her cheeks instantly turned bright red. She was too cowardly to do any of the things she usually fantasized about, such as taking the opportunity to touch his chest muscles.
Yun Shang put his arm around her waist, his voice cool and deep, "Your leg cramped up?"
Yu Wan nodded, her face wrinkled.
Before she could say anything, Yun Shang suddenly picked her up and carried her horizontally.
Yu Wan instinctively hugged his neck and exclaimed, "What are you doing?!"
Yun Shang had already placed her on the table, squatted down, and held her calf with both hands. "Is this the leg? For a while, I often had leg cramps. I learned how to relieve it from the village doctor. Let me massage it for you."
Yu Wan swallowed back the exclamation that was about to come out.
She looked at Yun Shang, who was squatting on the ground, carefully massaging her legs, and almost thought she was dreaming.
Is this the same Yun Shang who almost strangled her to death just a few days ago?
As expected, once detached from the control of the 'plot line,' Yun Shang did not terrify people to the point of being insignificant.
The warm, large hand pressed against my calf, and the sharp pulling sensation quickly subsided.
His pressure was just right, and Yu Wan couldn't help but squint her eyes in comfort.
The warm palms applied pressure to her legs, which initially felt very comfortable, but soon a strange sensation spread from her legs throughout her body.
It felt like my heart was being scratched by tiny claws.
Yu Wan felt her body begin to feel hot.
Her eyes darted around, no longer daring to look Yun Shang in the eye.
She struggled, dodging Yun Shang's hand, and quickly jumped off the table.
While straightening his clothes, he said calmly, "Your official robe is a little too big. I'll have the embroiderer come and alter it."
"You have to work tomorrow, so get some rest. I'm heading back now!"
"...Thank you for massaging my legs earlier!"
After saying these words, he turned and left in a hurry, as if he were fleeing in panic.