The sky outside had already turned pitch black. Song Jianglin called for Shun Gonggong to fetch some hot water for Tang Yu to bathe. Shun Gonggong brought the hot water, but nearly lost his life before even lifting the bed curtain. He watched as Song Jianglin lifted Tang Yu and placed him in the water, then immediately kowtowed and left in a hurry.

In his mind, there was a buzzing sound persistently. The Emperor personally giving Yu, the young master, a bath – what kind of treatment was this! Even Jinghua, the young master, never enjoyed such treatment before. The Emperor treats Yu so well! Shun Gonggong thought with satisfaction. With a near-death experience and an unexpected joy, Shun Gonggong happily bumped into a pillar as he walked out, feeling dizzy and disoriented. He sat down on the stone steps by the door. The Emperor had never spent the night at any male favorite's place before, so he thought it was safer to stay here.

The room was quiet, with only the sound of rushing water. The warm water gently washed Tang Yu's skin, creating a vivid image of a beautiful person bathing. This scene caused Song Jiang's blood to boil, almost losing control. Thankfully, he restrained himself, thinking of Tang Yu's frail body. Hurriedly, he gave Tang Yu a quick wash and immediately carried him back to the bed.

As Tang Yu's injuries were not fully healed, Song Jianglin applied medicine to his body again. He then fetched indecent clothes from the nearby wardrobe for Tang Yu to wear, before tucking him into the bed and proceeding to take a shower himself.

After taking a shower, Song Jianglin still had no intention to leave. Instead, he lifted the blanket and lay down next to Tang Yu. Perhaps feeling that it would be a waste to have a "beauty" beside him without hugging, he turned around and pulled Tang Yu into his arms. Tang Yu, who was exhausted, obediently found a comfortable position in Song Jianglin's embrace and fell asleep.

Song Jianglin looked at his weary yet peaceful sleeping face, feeling an insatiable satisfaction spreading in his heart. It was as if he could be content just by watching Tang Yu like this. If only they could continue like this forever. Song Jianglin's eyes suddenly became dark and serious.

It seems that the operation must be carried out quickly.

The next day, before the sun had fully risen, Song Jianglin was already awake. Tang Yu, who was lying in his arms, continued to sleep soundly. Afraid of waking him, Song Jianglin gently lifted the covers and slowly got out of bed. This was the first time in his life that he had been so cautious and careful.

With a creak, Song Jianglin opened the door. Shungonggong, who was sitting on the steps, suddenly woke up. He looked up and saw that Song Jianglin, dressed in black, had already closed the door. He then looked down at Shungonggong from above.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me." Shun, the eunuch, was startled and immediately knelt down on the ground, trembling with fear.

"Get up!" Song Jiang said calmly, his face devoid of any extra expression. But Shun Gonggong knew that Song Jiang's current mood must be good because if this were any other time, their Majesty would definitely not even spare him a glance and just leave.

"Yes." Shun Gonggong stood up respectfully.

Song Jiang stood by, looking at the sky that was about to brighten, and entrusted Shun Gonggong, "Yuer was exhausted last night, let him sleep a little longer. Also, double-check his diet, in case such a situation occurs again..."

Song Jiang standing behind didn't say anything, but everyone understood the meaning behind it. Shun Gonggong immediately bowed and said, "Yes, yes, I will comply."

After finishing speaking, Song Jiang glanced at the door again, not knowing what Tang Yu would look like when he woke up. He sighed and left the Qingfeng Pavilion.

Shun Gonggong wiped his forehead, feeling a cold sweat. He suddenly realized that dawn was approaching and his old face was filled with astonishment. Then, he burst into laughter and couldn't stop smiling. This means that Song Jiang had stayed overnight in the Qingfeng Pavilion. This was a treatment that had never happened before!

Since ascending the throne, His Majesty has never been heard of spending the night in any male favorite's room, no matter how late it was. Even with Jinghua Gongzi. But now, His Majesty arrived in the afternoon and didn't leave until this morning. It is undoubtedly certain that he slept in Yuyu Gongzi's room. Shun Gonggong feels that the good days in Qingfeng Pavilion are about to come. He sits on the steps, grinning from ear to ear with joy.

When Tang Yu woke up, not only did he feel dizzy and lightheaded, but he also felt like his entire skeletal frame was about to fall apart, especially in the back where there was a dull ache.

However, there was no one around. Tang Yu looked down at his clothes, hmm, the clothes were still there. But when he raised his head to look in the mirror, he froze. Tang Yu slowly pulled down the collar of his clothes, and bright red marks were stuck on his body one by one. Tang Yu tried to wipe them off with his hand, but ended up staining the surrounding area with red.

"Someone, hurry, someone!" Tang Yu shouted loudly. How could he not know what this was? There must have been someone last night, definitely.

"What are the young master's orders?" Shun Gonggong seemed to be standing outside the door, as he immediately came in upon hearing the voice. He hurriedly approached to support Tang Yu, who was looking disheveled and unable to stand steadily.

Tang Yu felt a numbness all over his body when he came into contact with Shun Gonggong. He forcefully pushed Shun Gonggong away and fell to the ground himself. Shun Gonggong wanted to help him up, but Tang Yu's gaze made him feel numb and he froze in place. He asked softly, "Young master, are you okay? Should this old servant help you up?"

"Did Song Jiang Lin come last night?" Tang Yu lowered his head, his eyes dazed, wandering around. It was evident that he couldn't believe the current situation in front of him.

When Shun Gonggong heard this, he panicked. How could one dare to utter His Majesty's name? If this was overheard by someone with ill intentions, it would surely cost him his life. "Sir, one must not casually speak the Great Name of His Majesty. It could lead to... consequences."

"Just tell me, did he come or not, and what did he do!" Tang Yu suddenly looked up and stared at Shun Gonggong, speaking loudly to him.

"It's... It's true, Young Master was poisoned by fire toxin yesterday, and there was no other way for this servant but to invite Your Majesty... to come and detoxify him." Shun Gonggong immediately knelt down in fright. He had only seen such a momentum in Your Majesty before. Just a single glance was enough to make people tremble in fear.

Tang Yu's last bit of hope was shattered. Fire poison - Song Jianglin unexpectedly poisoned him with fire poison, and then he tried to play the hero in the end. Not only did he destroy his kingdom, but he also took away his people. Has he really become... a male pet?

"Master?" Shun Gonggong's gaze gradually became dull as he couldn't help but lean forward and call out to him.

"Get out." Tang Yu raised his hand, pointing towards the door, his voice trembling.

Shun Gonggong glanced at Tang Yu, then ultimately left silently.

Tang Yu sat alone on the ground, a single turbid tear dropping onto his sleeve. As he cried, he suddenly laughed. He thought he could forgive anyone, including the person who destroyed his country, but now, he suddenly didn't want to forgive him anymore.

Tang Yu recalled his second elder brother, Tang Lin. Tang Lin had a bad temper and was the most ambitious among their numerous siblings, yet he cared for Tang Yu the most. Whenever their father rewarded him with something, it always ended up in Tang Yu's hands. Tang Yu once asked Tang Lin if he wasn't afraid of their father blaming him. Tang Lin answered in a domineering manner, saying, "Whatever father gives to this king is this king's. This king will give it to whomever this king wants." At that time, Tang Yu was delighted, thinking that everything belonging to Lin gege was also his. Until one day, Tang Lin got drunk.

He was truly frightened at that time. It turned out that Lin Gege, who had been so kind to him, was only treating him well because of the imperial throne. He had called Lin Gege for so many years, only to be used as a pawn for his coronation.