QT: Against My Will (Volume 2)

4.56 - Cannon Fodder - Dangerous Angels

Upon receiving an anonymous message regarding Cheng Young's whereabouts, Cian Le, known for her naive yet determined nature, believed that the world revolved around her and her impending marriage.

With a mixture of innocence and an underlying viciousness, she hastily made her way to the Rania kingdom, determined to thwart any attempt by her fiance to put a green hat on her.

(Green heat = is usually worn by a person who is being cheated on.)

Cian Le, a character with a tragic fate, met her demise after attempting to drug the female lead with aphrodisiacs. Little did she know that her sinister plan would backfire. Mao An, the astute medical expert, managed to switch the teacups.

When Cian Le fell victim to her own scheme, she had no choice but to seek a cure with the assistance of one of her male servants. Cheng Young would later toss her into one of the brothels, to be used like a rag doll by various men.

"Don't do that." Bing Shi intervened swiftly, using the end of her staff to block the incoming slap aimed at Cian Le's cheek, separating Cheng Young from her, "Sir Cheng Young's action will only increase Young Miss' hatred towards me."

She glanced at the frightened girl, "Am I right, miss?"

"Hmpf!" Cian Le, whose face was almost destroyed by Cheng Young, avoided Bing Shi's eyes. Staring at the small crack in the wall created by the staff which was still pressed against the wall, she didn't acknowledge Bing Shi's rescue.

"You're finally here," Bing Shi waved at the new arrival. Retracting her staff, she came near Nile, asking, "Would Miss Cian Le be interested in our services? That's if Miss could afford it."

Tilting her cute head, Nile looked at Cian Le in confusion, "A girl?"

"Yes, a girl. Doesn't it sound like fun?" Bing Shi giggled, whispering to Nile's ear, "Introduce her to other girls. You may as well teach her who she could and couldn't afford to offend. Who knows, she might end up like us one day. If her father heard how his virtuous daughter has been creating problems left and right..."

In her peripheral vision, she winked at the shocked Cian Le, who could hear her words clearly.

"Miss," Nile offered her little hand to Cian Le, "Please, follow Nile."

"W-ho... W-ho, do you think you're?!" Cian Le slapped Nile's hand away in disgust. Grabbing a vase from the stand, she wanted to throw it at Bing Shi to soothe her rage.

Seeing Cheng Young catching the vase with a disapproving look, Cian Le suddenly realized that she was making everything worse. Her heart pricked painfully. So what if she was his fiance? She could do nothing.

Gathering a little bit of pride Cian Le had left, she followed after Nile, exclaiming, "Get me the best wine!"

"This way," stretching her hand forward, Nile nodded in understanding, showing the way to her room, "Nile has lots of good wine."

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"Miss Cian Le seems to like Sir Chen Young a lot," Bing Shi closed the doors, "In the aspect of unrequited feelings, you two are very similar."

"Stop spewing nonsense!" Cheng Young's mood got even worse as he threw the vase at Tian Shi, regretting it right after.

Shoved by Kuro, Hasan hurriedly jumped before Bing Shi, catching the expensive furniture. What was wrong with these aristocrats?! Throwing things left and right? This vase was worth fifty thousand Kangs!

Cheng Young couldn't get rid of this hate and infuriation that he felt towards this woman, no matter what, "..."

"Well...as you wish," Bing Shi picked up Zhao Rong's strategies of war from the bookcase. It was about time she returned it back.

|"Were you watching?"|

(Mr. Jelly): No. I'm a bit busy right now. Did something happen?

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Zhao Rong had been suppressing Fei Lan in all possible ways, not allowing her to go anywhere near a man. She had to be a hundred steps away from him at most. As long as she didn't run away from under his watch, he fulfilled all her demands, be it clothes, food, or entertainment. He pampered her with his presence, yet he refused all her help.

'Ah, my poor eyes!'

'This little me is trying to prevent a world war, you know?'

Using her fame to her advantage, Bing Shi obtained easy access to the military camp, straight into Zhao Rong's main tent. Putting the book on the table, she slid it in Zhao Rong's direction, attempting to ignore his gentle caresses towards the beautiful woman who's been sitting on his lap this whole time.

"Learned something?" asked Zhao Rong.

Wasn't it a norm for a courtesan to be well-educated in aspects of art, music, and politics? During that time, Tian Shi was still a trainee. He had noticed how she carried a thick book around.

When he asked why, she answered that she had to study hard to be literate like other Tianshies. From a family of farmers, she wasn't supposed to know how to read and write. Thinking how boring history books could be, he lent her his favorite one.

What could be the reason for her arrival? Zhao Rong's gaze never left the satisfied Fei Lan on his lap. After getting to know her, he lost all interest in other women. Did Fei Lan like it when he showed her with affection? Or was it because of Tian Shi's dissatisfaction? The second was likely the correct answer.

Those, who could see the current Bing Shi would've easily misunderstood that she was hiding her jealousy. Her pursed lips were a clear indication that she wanted to chew the woman on Zhao Rong's lap into a billion pieces!

'I hate PDAAAAA.'

"Yes, it's also thanks to your Highness's support. This subject would like to speak with your Highness..." said Bing Shi, throwing a few 'jelly' glances at Fei Lan here and there, she continued, "...in private."

"Speak," Zhao Rong's gaze remained unwavering, a penetrating stare that seemed to delve into Fei Lan's very soul, "This prince has nothing to hide before her."

"This subject heard your Highness is preparing for a trip to Zeku kingdom..." Bing Shi felt like an unfavored concubine who's been fighting with the main wife for her husband's affection in some type of soap opera drama, "This subject wanted to ask if Tian Shi could accompany your Highness along the journey."

Bing Shi just wanted to see if there was a chance of Zhao Rong and Cheng Young being friends. Observing the current situation, it was highly unlikeable. However, Fei Lan's feelings for Zhao Rong were still uncertain, leaving room for her strategic maneuvering.

If Zhao Rong answered yes, Bing Shi would be sure to annoy Fei Lan, obliging his intention to make his woman jealous. If he answered no, she'd be spared of such a hassle.