At this moment, Qi Yan finally understood what it meant not to provoke a man who had just gotten up early in the morning.

Pu Yangzheng was really exerting himself, as if he wanted to reclaim the regrets they had when they were not together in the past.

The initial light and fleeting kiss turned into a different taste, gradually deepening like the scorching heat of the equator.

Feeling his oxygen running out, Qi Yan loosened his grip on Puyang Zheng's shoulders and gently patted him.

Pu Yangzheng looked up, his dark eyes tightly fixed on Qi Yan. "This won't do?"

"Um... uh, you, you really..."

"What is it?"

Qiyuan looked at him with a wicked smile at the corner of his mouth, a mischievous gleam in his eyes. "Why did you bring He Hui back home yesterday?"

"Hmm?" Pu Yangzheng's eyes revealed surprise, "Have I truly upset you?"

"Ah... Mmm, of course I don't like it. How could two people who had their marriage arranged end up becoming siblings... Ah, hmm... and we even talked for so long..."

"She insisted on coming herself. How could I stop her?"

"That should not have happened... A young lady who is not yet married should not have been allowed into the mansion."

The slight coquetry and complaints were heard by Puyang Zheng, causing him to chuckle. "If you don't like it, just never let her into the mansion again..."

[Male Lead's liking for Qi Yan increased by 20. Current liking: 60]

The movements grew even faster, and Qi Yan could feel her heart pounding faster and faster, while also sensing the heavy gasps coming from the man in front of her.

He seemed to be unable to hold back either.

And just at this critical moment, a light and brisk footstep was caught by Qi Yan. Before he could alert Pu Yangzheng, someone had already intruded into this harmonious and wonderful atmosphere.

"Brother Zheng!" A pleasant voice suddenly resounded, followed by a piercing scream that pierced through the eardrums: "Ah—!"

Pu Yangzheng's expression changed when he saw Qi Yan. Although his clothes were tidy, only the crotch area was blocked, but Qi Yan was different. Pu Yangzheng quickly pulled up Qi Yan's shirt to cover his exposed upper body.

Qi Yan was extremely calm and showed no concern about being seen. With disdain, he glanced towards the source of the sound, revealing the pale and contorted face of the female protagonist.

"Rude!"

Feeling the roar from Pu Yangzheng's chest, Qi Yan knew that he was truly angry.

"General!" cried a young servant from outside the courtyard, on the verge of tears. He hurriedly ran inside and upon witnessing the scene, he did not know what to do. He could only quickly kneel down and with a crying tone, he said, "Miss He insisted on coming in, saying she had something to discuss with you! The servants couldn't stop her!"

Unable to stop us? What use do you have left?" Puyang Zheng stepped back, his upper body covered by a long gown. Qi Yan's legs grew weak, and Puyang Zheng held him horizontally, glaring fiercely at He Hui, "Bring someone! Throw this woman out!"

"Ah! Brother Zheng!" He Hui screamed, "Brother Zheng, I was wrong. I promise I won't burst in without notifying you next time."

He Hui is a smart girl. She knows when to beg for forgiveness and understands that if she angers Pu Yangzheng this time, she may never have the chance to be with him again.

However, when it came to Qiyuan...

[Female lead's affinity towards Qi Yan -20, current affinity: -70]

"[Host Qi Yan, please be aware that there are other machinery operating in this world.]"

Qi Yan, hidden in Puyang Zheng's embrace, raised an eyebrow. Is it really so?

I had long suspected that the female protagonist would have a different personality and behavior after transmigrating. Not to mention being timid and bullied by others, she was even audacious and disregarded ancient customs and etiquette. However, even so, Pu Yangzheng never doubted her and continued to dote on her as before, even obeying her every command.

But if there is someone behind the female lead who can change all of this, then everything will fall into place.

The glimmer in his eyes dimmed, as he pondered within his heart and asked the system, "Do you know what kind of system this is?"

"[Affinity Adjustment System.]"

Ha.

Note: In this context, the character 呵 is used to convey a light chuckle or a mocking expression.

It was simply an unbeatable cheat code.

Adjusting someone's goodwill can be lowered or enhanced.

"System, suppress the emotions between me and Pu Yangzheng, and don't let the female lead manipulate them."

[Received.]

Temporarily suppressing the level of affection is the most effective approach.

"Brother Zheng, I was in the wrong this time. I promise I won't do it again. Please don't be angry." He Hui pitifully whispered, trembling like an abandoned puppy in the snowy night.

Puyang Zheng furrowed his brows and angrily shouted, "Miss He, as the daughter of the prime minister, how can you not understand the most basic etiquette and decorum? Not only did you intrude into a gentleman's residence without prior notice, but you also caused such a commotion. Leave immediately!"

"Azheng." At this moment, Qi Yan slowly spoke up, "Miss He is still just a little girl. Let's not exaggerate the situation. I am feeling a bit tired, let's go back to our rooms."

Hearing this, Puyang Zheng tightened his arm and sternly ordered the attendant who had been waiting on the side: "Escort Miss Prime Minister out of the mansion!" After speaking, he turned around with Qi Yan in his arms and left.

[Female Protagonist's Affection Level towards Qi Yan: -10, Current Affection Level: -80]

[The female lead attempted to arouse the male lead's favorable impression but was blocked.]

[The female lead tried to improve the male lead's favorability towards Qi Yan, but it was blocked.]

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Qiyin, feeling stifled in Puyang Zhenghuai's embrace, chuckled lightly with a faint smile on his lips.

System against system, let's see whose system is more cunning. Following Qiyuan through so much, our system did not work in vain.

Lying flat on the bed, Qi Yan's hand that was encircling Pu Yangzheng's neck did not let go. Instead, he used his strength to lift himself up and leaned over Pu Yangzheng's ear, blowing hot air.

"I want to take a bath..."

"I asked someone to go and prepare water."

"Shall we go together?"

Pu Yangzheng tightly embraced Qi Yan's waist and firmly tightened it, saying, "Don't provoke me. Not today."

Qi Yan kissed near his face, "Could it be that you were just now by that person..."

Miss He was taken aback, withering, right?

"Don't talk nonsense," Puyang Zheng reproached in a soft voice.

With his arms outstretched, Qi Yan lay flat on the bed and changed the topic, "What do you think of Miss He?"

"Contrary to the rumors, it is quite the opposite..."

"On the contrary?"

"Not knowing the proper etiquette, it seems as if it was deliberately taught that way."

Qi Yan burst into laughter, as the female lead couldn't help but feel like she had run straight into a wall upon hearing the male lead's evaluation of her.

"She's quite fond of you," Qi Yan tapped Pu Yangzheng's sturdy chest muscles and asked, "Why? Not tempted?"

"I don't like it. Rather than that annoying small-mindedness, I actually prefer..." As she said this, Puyang Zheng's ears turned red, quickly getting up and saying, "I'll go and have someone prepare the bathwater."

[Male lead's likeability towards Qi Yan increased by 10 points. Current likeability: 70]

Pu Yangzheng is such a person. Once he makes a decision, he won't easily change it. Just like when it comes to Qi Yan, even though he knows Qi Yan is male, he still hasn't let go or abandoned him.

As Qi Yan watched his hurried figure, a strange idea emerged in his mind, and he blurted out—

"Pu Yangzheng, if I give up everything in this mortal world and stay by your side, would you be willing to resign from your official position and wander the rivers and lakes with me, living carefree for the rest of our lives?"