Hua Jiayu didn't say a word, but his expression instantly became cold: "You deceived me."

Hua Jiayu: "......" At this moment, perhaps no one can understand his heartache and frustration.

If it weren't for Dou Yang's injuries, would he be able to speak with a clear conscience?

He opened his mouth and said in a dry voice, "No..."

Du Yang laughed, feeling very happy, as if a child had finally received their beloved toy.

Hua Jiayu felt that it was best to clarify some things, so he said, "Du Yang."

"Hmm?" Dou Yang smiled and looked at him. With phoenix-like eyes and sword-like eyebrows, his graceful and handsome appearance was unrivaled among the people known by Hua Jiayu, aside from Huo Yan. He couldn't quite describe the sensation in his heart at this moment, but he faintly felt that being together with Dou Yang would also be quite good.

He looks good, has a good figure, and is good at cooking. He knows that he is not smart and is also timid, but being with Dou Yang, he won't be taken advantage of for sure.

Hua Jiayu shook his head, looked down at the grilled fish, and asked, "But Father has already made a decree about your engagement to Ming's cousin, right?"

Dou Yang embraced him from behind and whispered, "His Majesty has already issued a decree to withdraw this imperial edict, so you don't have to worry. Besides you, I don't want anyone else."

Having spoken sweet words, Hua Jiayu gently touched his burning earlobe and blushed slightly.

Hua Jiayu had never been in love before, but this was his first experience and surprisingly, it felt pretty good.

Upon careful observation, he discovered that Dou Yang treated him very well, genuinely.

He actually went fishing despite suffering such a serious injury!

Hua Jiayu ate the hot grilled fish, deeply moved by Dou Yang's actions.

Du Yang's injuries had healed, and the two of them continued on their journey. Originally, they had planned to return to the capital, but not only did they not encounter any assassins on the way, they also heard some major news.

The emperor is preparing to appoint a crown prince. Except for the six princes who are away, the royal sons born are fiercely competing with one another.

The competition for the crown prince is too pressing to bother about his life or death! Hua Jiayu was delighted and grabbed Dou Yang's hand, saying, "The capital city is not safe, let's go to Hangzhou for a vacation."

There was no one around, and Dou Yang lowered his head to kiss her forehead, smiling lightly as he said, "Okay."

We hurriedly arrived in Hangzhou, and Huajia Yu, exhausted, immediately went to sleep as soon as we arrived at the inn. Douyang wiped his face and feet for him, then turned around and opened the window, his gloomy gaze fixated on the direction of the capital city.

He stood there for a while, and a white pigeon flew from a distance. The pigeon landed on the window sill, and he picked up the paper tube attached to the pigeon's leg. He opened it and found only a row of small words written on it.

Protect the safety of the Sixth Prince.

Du Yang burned the note and climbed into bed, holding Hua Jiayu tightly and closing his eyes.

He will naturally protect his people.

Hangzhou is bustling with beauty, both in its people and its scenery. In the evening, Huajiayu and Duyang stroll through the night market, occasionally stopping to enjoy candied haws and sugar figurines. They have a particularly delightful time.

Back at the inn, Hua Jiayu happily flopped onto the bed, playing with the dolls they had collected today.

Just as he was feeling delighted, Dou Yang didn't hesitate and pressed in for a kiss. Hua Jiayu, startled and frightened, pushed him away and said, "No!"

Du Yang frowned and asked, "Why can't it be done?"

After giving it some thought, Hua Jiayu earnestly said, "The steps to being in a relationship shouldn't just be going on dates, getting married, and then getting intimate, right? If we jump straight to the last step, you must only be longing for my physical body and not truly loving me at all."

Du Yang: "......"

Pointing to the corner of the wall, Hua Jiayu said, "Sleep inside, go in a bit."

Du Yang: "......"

Then Hua Jiayu was acupunctured by Du Yang, thrown into the center of the bed, stripped clean, and with a wooden stick in hand, the fish grilling began.

Fish said that he was already familiar with it and asked if it could be skipped to be grilled QAQ.

Mugun said, "No, it's still raw inside. Let's try again."