Tan Hua - Chapter 25

It had always been Jun Qiyu bullying others, when had he ever been met with fists and feet? He was also angry now. He was powerful, and Pei Xingxu was no match for him. He didn’t gain any advantage and had a bruise on his face.

He gasped for breath and stopped his hand, looking at Jun Qiyu’s face, he laughed a few times.

Although Jun Qiyu was somewhat embarrassed, he stood there with no loss of composure, or rather, he pretended to be calm.

“What are you laughing at?” Jun Qiyu glared at Pei Xingxu, “What’s so good about you compared to me?”

Pei Xingxu touched the bruise on his face, wincing in pain, but his laughter grew louder.

Jun Qiyu was filled with anger by his laughter.

“You keep laughing, I’ll beat you until you can’t laugh anymore!” Jun Qiyu said fiercely.

“Hahaha…” Pei Xingxu sneered, “I’m no longer angry now, I don’t have the time to fight with you.”

“Angry? Pei Xingxu, you really have no self-awareness at all. I haven’t had the chance to settle the score with you yet, what are you angry about?”

Jun Qiyu was referring to Pei Xingxu publicly proposing.

Pei Xingxu said openly, “First, I’m angry that you, Jun Qiyu, who has the esteemed Pei Qing constantly by your side, still had the luck to marry him. Yes, I’m jealous. What merits and abilities do you, Jun Qiyu, have? Second, I’m angry that you have eyes but can’t see pearls, and it’s not an exaggeration to say that you’re blind. Third, I’m angry that although you have a marriage, you don’t have the responsibility of a man. Your fists all fall on your own bed partner. That’s quite a skill, Jun Qiyu.”

With each sentence he spoke, Jun Qiyu’s anger rose, his fists creaking.

Jun Qiyu felt his blood boiling, but what stopped him from acting was a hint of… shame.

He knew he had been too harsh this time.

It was also because Song Liqing’s body was too weak, wasn’t it just enjoying each other for a few hours?

Jun Qiyu, red-faced and ashamed, shouted, “What do you understand? How I treat Song Liqing, it’s none of your business. Who do you think you are?”

Pei Xingxu sneered and squatted down by the bed.

“I’ve wasted my words. How could the arrogant Jun Qiyu ever think he’s wrong? I’m just… feeling sorry for Liqing.”

Pei Xingxu looked at Song Liqing’s face. He was so thin, as if he couldn’t withstand a single blow, like a broken jade.

“Pei Xingxu!”

Pei Xingxu showed a tender expression in front of Song Liqing, which made Jun Qiyu very unhappy.

“Song Liqing is mine, I don’t need you to pretend here.” Jun Qiyu warned, “If you have a way to save him, then hurry up, if not, get out of Qilin Mansion and stay away from him!”

“I have.”

Pei Xingxu glanced at him sideways.

“But my method requires one condition.” Pei Xingxu turned his head, “That is, when I administer the treatment, there can only be me in the room.”

Jun Qiyu’s eyebrows rose in anger.

“Don’t talk nonsense to me. You want me to leave you alone with him? Do you think I’m a fool? So you can take advantage of him?”

“What kind of person do you think I am? Taking advantage of someone in distress?” Pei Xingxu was also annoyed, “I need to save him without any interference. Please leave, wait outside. Unless you are cold-blooded enough to watch him die in front of you!”

Jun Qiyu’s eyes were red with anger.

After weighing it up, he forcibly suppressed his displeasure.

“I want him to live.”

“Just do it,” Pei Xingxu said.

No one had ever driven him away and ordered him around in Jun Qiyu’s territory.

Jun Qiyu stopped for a moment when he left the room.

“Pei Xingxu, I’ve made a concession, you’d better do your best to treat him. If he doesn’t wake up, I’ll hold you responsible, and the entire Loulan will accompany him in burial!”

Pei Xingxu didn’t take Jun Qiyu’s threat to heart at all.

He withdrew his gaze and turned his back to Jun Qiyu. “Before doing something harmful, why didn’t I see you protect him like this? Who are you pretending to be affectionate for now?” 

“You…”

Jun Qiyu’s face was alternately red and blue with his sarcasm. He gritted his teeth and slammed the door shut heavily.

Out of sight, out of mind. Jun Qiyu could only console himself this way.

Hunu’er had been waiting outside. Seeing Jun Qiyu come out, he approached.

“Master, you’ve been busy for a long time, haven’t had your meal yet? Why not go to Xinglei Pavilion and eat something?” 

Jun Qiyu usually would embrace Hunu’er’s waist, but this time he pushed him away.

“Not in the mood!”

Hunu’er wasn’t discouraged. He stroked Jun Qiyu’s chest and smiled apologetically, “There are always some fools who anger Master. If Master feels upset, you can vent on Hunu’er. Hunu’er is only useful for this.”

Hunu’er said so much, where could Jun Qiyu still find the anger to be directed at him? He pinched his chin lightly.

“You’re still obedient.”

“Then, will Master accompany me to Xinglei Pavilion? I’ll help you loosen your muscles.”

Hunu’er was skilled in techniques from the Western Regions, which Jun Qiyu loved.

But Jun Qiyu glanced inside. He didn’t know how long Pei Xingxu’s treatment would take.

“I’ll stay here.” Jun Qiyu snorted, “I don’t trust Pei Xingxu.”

“Pei Xingxu wouldn’t dare,” Hunu’er persuaded, “Besides, there are guards here who can take care of him for you.”

Jun Qiyu was persuaded and instructed his attendants before leaving with Hunu’er.

Hunu’er happily offered tea and snacks, but Jun Qiyu only took a few bites before losing his appetite.

Hunu’er knelt down very attentively, placing Jun Qiyu’s legs on himself, and massaged his tense muscles.

Jun Qiyu used to close his eyes and enjoy it, but this time he was absent-minded, thinking about Pei Xingxu’s words and Song Liqing…

But the more he thought, the more his head throbbed, and the more he felt troubled.

“What are you thinking, Master? Can you tell Hunu’er?” 

Jun Qiyu sighed and said, “Do you think… I’ve been too harsh on Song Liqing?”

Hunu’er widened his eyes and replied, “Anyone who says such things deserves to die!”

“Hmm?” Jun Qiyu raised his eyes.

“You are the future ruler of the world. How you behave is no one’s business. After all, when you become emperor in the future, do you have to reflect on yourself every time someone slanders you? They are not worthy at all!”

Hunu’er flattered with a few words, lifting Jun Qiyu’s spirits.

“Master, you have made great achievements in the Western Regions, guarding the country for your father. He doesn’t appreciate your hard work, and the Crown Prince’s consort doesn’t understand either, only forcing you to attend court sessions. Not to gossip behind your back, but where is she really for you? She’s just trying to gain a reputation for being virtuous and upright for herself! I truly sympathize with Master’s grievances. It’s not that you are too much, it’s the Crown Prince’s consort pushing too far…”

Jun Qiyu’s knots of discomfort were smoothed out by Hunu’er.

He hesitated, “But he’s seriously ill…”

“Master.” Hunu’er’s eyes were shining, pitifully saying, “Hunu’er is always willing to work hard and listen to your orders. From wearing ankle chains in the Western Regions to walking to the capital of Jingguo, has Hunu’er ever complained of being tired or ill? You are wise, but you were momentarily fooled by someone. The Crown Prince’s consort made such a big fuss because she knew you were softhearted and wanted to win your sympathy… It’s the strategy of feigning weakness written in your Han military strategy!”