After rebirth, the Queen of Madness has gone against the will of Heaven

Chapter 157 Seeking Skin from a Tiger

The four looked at each other like two hedgehogs confronting each other, neither of them showing any intention of compromising. The footsteps outside the hall were getting closer and closer, and even the sound of voices could be heard faintly.

Murong Yanhui finally flew up and jumped onto the beam of the hall, his eyes fixed on Yu Qingli.

Even without looking up, Yu Qingli could feel the sharp gaze. What he didn't know now was whether he would be discovered by Murong Shiling.

Such thoughts quickly disappeared from his mind. Whether he discovered it or not was his own business. What did it have to do with her?!

She quickly packed up the silks and hid them under the bed, waiting for the palace servants outside to arrive.

Fortunately, the palace maids did not notice anything unusual and went straight into the hall. Seeing that Yu Qingli had finished bathing and was sitting upright in front of the bed, they left.

As time passed, the surroundings became so quiet that even the sound of a pin drop could be heard. However, Murong Yanhui was half leaning on the beam, looking at Yu Qingli leisurely, with a warning look in his eyes.

"The Emperor has arrived..."

The shrill voice cut through the night sky like a sharp awl, making people feel a little nervous for no reason. Yu Qingli clenched his fists but remained expressionless. Now he could only adapt to the situation.

The golden dragon robe soon appeared before his eyes. Murong Shiling came with a gentle face and a hint of alcohol. His slightly weathered eyes were now tinged with lust.

"Jade Glaze..."

Yu Qingli bowed politely, but was immediately helped up by Murong Shiling. His eyes showed admiration and possessiveness, and he tightened his grip on her soft hand, making it impossible for Yu Qingli to escape.

Murong Yanhui on the beam couldn't help but get furious, but he could only worry because he couldn't be exposed.

It's really tormenting. I should have knocked this woman unconscious and taken her away!

When would Murong Yan suffer such torture because of a woman? !

Is this what you deserve?!

After some self-mockery, he could only continue to watch Murong Shiling behave frivolously towards Yu Qingli.

"That dance of the young lady really melted my heart. It can be called a peerless dance."

"Your Majesty, thank you for your compliment. There are so many talented people in the palace. How can my humble skills compare to those of the palace dancers?"

"You don't need to be modest. If I say you are the best, then you are the best..."

As he spoke, he involuntarily moved closer. Yu Qingli got goosebumps all over her body. She unnoticeably took her hand out of his and then suggested, "Your Majesty, do you like playing chess?"

Murong Shiling wanted to refuse, but he didn't want to disappoint the beauty, so he immediately replied, "I do like her, but I've never met a match. Could it be that you like her too?"

Yu Qingli's eyes lit up, finally finding a topic to delay time, "How about Your Majesty playing a game of chess with me?"

Yu Qingli's eyes were clear, her figure enchanting and charming. This request made Murong Shiling a little stunned. Was she doing this on purpose? She was summoned to this Wolong Palace just for the purpose of sexual pleasure. Who would want to play chess with her?

His brows knitted slightly. "There's a long way to go. We can discuss this game of chess later. Today is my birthday. Please follow my arrangements, okay?"

Of course, you can't use force on a beautiful woman. Such condescension will only make her lose her heart.

When the plan failed, Yu Qingli's eyes turned, and she thought of a new idea. She curled her lips and smiled lightly, "Your Majesty, are you afraid of losing to Liuli?"

After a moment of daze, Murong Shiling burst into laughter, "How could I lose?! There are very few people in Canghe who dare to play chess with me, let alone those who can beat me."

"Really?! I don't believe it. How about this, Your Majesty, let's make a bet?!"

"A bet? That's interesting. Tell me about it."

"Your Majesty, if you lose, give Liuli something. How about Liuli take off a piece of clothing for every game she loses?!"

Murong Shiling's blood boiled as he listened. This was naked temptation! Such a boudoir interest, I wonder where this little girl learned it from? But it was very enjoyable.

His lustful eyes swept over Yu Qingli's gauze-like outer garment, "Interesting, really interesting. Well, in that case, I'll play with you. But I have to remind you, you don't have many clothes to take off."

Murong Yanhui, who was on the beam, couldn't help but feel uneasy when she heard this and almost fell off the beam. This woman was simply playing with fire. Murong Shileng's chess skills were quite good. Even though she was the most talented woman in Jiangnan, it would be difficult for her to beat Murong Shileng.

But at this time, Murong Yanhui felt a little relieved. At least one thing was that this woman was trying her best to delay time and look for an opportunity.

Thinking about it, I felt angry. He could have just left, but he refused my help.

Murong Shiling gave the order, and soon a eunuch came in with a chessboard. He stepped forward with a smile and said, "Your Majesty, would you like me to prepare some refreshments? Your Majesty has drunk quite a bit of wine, so you should eat something to fill your stomach."

Murong Shiling waved his hand, "No need! I'm not hungry yet."

What a joke! How can such a beautiful view be allowed to be seen by others?!

The chess game began. Murong Shiling was full of murderous intent at every step, while Yu Qingli kept escaping danger. This made Murong Yanhui look at her with admiration. He had previously thought that this woman was just talking, but he didn't expect that her chess skills were so amazing.

Among the many concubines in the harem, there are also some who can play chess, but they are always timid when playing chess with me on weekdays, and no one dares to give up and beat me. But the woman in front of me really gave it a try and wanted to beat me.

Looking at Yu Qingli's calmness and courage when playing chess with Murong Shiling, Murong Yanhui felt an indescribable admiration in his heart. This woman always makes people look at her with admiration.

Although sometimes it makes people so angry that they almost vomit blood.

"General! Your Majesty, I win!"

The soft voice carried a hint of confidence and pride, which made Murong Shiling look at him with admiration!

"One more game!"

Yu Qingli couldn't wait for this, a determined smile spreading across her lips. "One more round is fine, but Your Majesty, our bet..."

"Don't worry about that. I will definitely do what I promised. Tell me, what do you want?"

"Dragon scale grass!"

Yu Qingli spoke slowly, but Murong Shiling was very surprised. "Miss Liuli, what do you want this for?!"

This dragon scale grass got its name because its leaves are slender and shaped like dragon scales. Although it is rare, its usage is not very clear, so it is mostly grown as an ornamental plant. There are two plants in the palace, both growing in the Prince's East Palace, so it is not difficult for this woman to get it.

"Okay, I will send this thing to you tomorrow."

"In that case, thank you very much, Your Majesty!"

Yu Qingli took the chess piece again and continued to play against Murong Shileng. It was another round, and Yu Qingli won!

Just when Murong Yanhui, who was sitting on the beam, thought that the two of them would spend the night playing chess, Murong Shileng suddenly threw away the chess piece in his hand.

"I'm not coming anymore, it's really boring!"

Yu Qingli's heart skipped a beat, and Murong Yanhui was also very nervous. What should they do now?

"I've suddenly changed my mind. It's a shame to waste such a beautiful time on chess. Yu Liuli, what do you think?"

Although his tone was gentle, his eyes were sharp and cold, with a dominance that could not be refused, and there was also a hint of anger in them as if he had seen through Yu Qingli's thoughts.

Want to delay time? Dream on!

It is really like living with a tiger to serve the king!

Murong Shiling completely ignored the fact that he had previously offered to play chess. He stood up and stretched, looking at Yu Qingli, who seemed a little flustered, with an ambiguous expression.

Yu Qingli smiled sweetly, her eyebrows slightly raised. "Your Majesty, it would be a shame to waste such a beautiful scenery, but it would be boring to spend it like this. How can a night of love be without good wine?"

Murong Shiling couldn't help but laugh and said, "You girl, you have quite a lot on your mind. But I drank quite a lot today. If I drink any more, won't I get drunk?!"

"Your Majesty has a huge appetite, how could you get drunk just from one or two glasses of wine?!"

Yu Qingli's eyes flickered with a kind of enchanting light that completely drew Murong Shiling's attention to her. He no longer had any time to make his own decisions and immediately responded, "Alright, come on, bring the nectar!"

Soon, the eunuch brought over the finest wine. Yu Qingli raised her glass and said, "Your Majesty, I toast to you! Today is your Majesty's birthday, and I haven't properly congratulated you. I will drink a glass as punishment."

As he spoke, Yu Qingli drank the wine in the glass.

The wine was spicy and choked Yu Qingli to the point of tears. The wine that rushed down her throat burned her internal organs like a raging fire, and she had to try hard for a long time to hold back her tears.

Why is this wine so strong?!

Seeing Yu Qingli being so bold, Murong Shiling also seemed to be in high spirits, with a smile on his face. "How about we continue with our previous bet?"

"I wouldn't dare bet with Your Majesty on this, but we can have a drinking game. How about the one who can't catch up drinks three cups as a penalty?"

"I consider myself talented, so I'll accept your challenge."

Yu Qingli curled her lips into a faint smile, captivating everyone, "Then Your Majesty must accept the challenge!"

"Death is life and life is death, what is this?!"

Murong Shileng was stunned, and even Murong Yanhui on the beam was puzzled. Is there such a thing in the world?

After thinking for a long time, Murong Shiling admitted, "I have never heard of this. Is there such a strange thing in this world?"

"Of course. Since Your Majesty didn't know, you should drink three cups of wine as punishment!"

Murong Shiling had no choice but to drink the three glasses of wine obediently. He was already a little tipsy and suddenly felt even more confused and drunk. However, his mind was still clear and he continued to speak: "Now, young lady, can you tell me what this is?"

"Your Majesty, it's a lotus!"

"lotus?!"

"Exactly. After death, people are buried in the earth, and lotus roots grow in the soil. They are dead, yet they bloom brilliantly. This is also what is said in Buddhist scriptures."

Murong Shiling clapped his hands and said, "I didn't expect that the young lady is so knowledgeable and insightful. It is I who am so ignorant."