The game begins

Helian Weiwei reclined lazily and gazed at Baili Jia Jue, unfazed and calm as ever.

Barriga raised an eyebrow, adjusting his fur coat and admiring his fair and powerful physique, which was perfect and captivating.

Helian Weiwei realized that the coat he wore was the one she had taken off the previous night! It confirmed her suspicion that he was a pervert who spared nothing, not even her coat.

And besides...

Weren't ancient people more subtle in their actions?

This man was undressing in public, yet the master didn't say anything to stop him?

Pedant:...

The master was already dumbfounded by the audacious actions of a certain highness. Despite Baili Jia Jue undressing, there was no trace of embarrassment on his face. His gestures remained elegant, while the onlookers whispered and grew excited.

Snap!

Baili Jia Jue casually tossed the coat in his hand onto Helian Weiwei's table. Then, slowly and deliberately, he lowered his body, resting his hands on the table and looking directly into Helian Weiwei's eyes with a mischievous smile. "Don't tell me you've conveniently forgotten again."

"I said I have amnesia, do you believe me?" Helian Weiwei glanced at the outer shirt beneath her feet and her thin lips curled slightly. "I didn't expect Your Excellency to be so fond of my clothes."

Nangong Lie burst into laughter. "Jue, haha, listen to what she's saying. She claims you like her!"

Helian Weiwei:...

Where did this fox-like man come from? Can't he laugh in a less exaggerated manner right in her ear?

Is he the Emperor of Intellectual Supplements?

She was clearly talking about the clothes, not herself!

"Shut up," Baili Jia Jue lightly reprimanded Nangong Lie. Then, he turned his gaze back to Helian Weiwei and reached out, pinching her chin dangerously close to her face. "How do you think I should make you pay?"

Helian Weiwei suggested, "It's better for us to discuss things calmly. Violence and killing are not my preferences." Everyone present:... Who was it that just disabled a group of boys? Who?

"Oh?" Baili Jia Jue raised an eyebrow, feigning interest in hearing her out.

Helian Weiwei thought for a moment and continued, "It was wrong of me to accidentally kiss you, but didn't I compensate you already? And as for last night, I had no idea anyone would be there." Compensation?

Baili Jia Jue looked at her for a moment, his eyes narrowing slightly, exuding a coldness from his demonic pupils.

Helian Weiwei pondered to herself, did this man forget that she gave him twenty taels of "hush money"?

Or does he think it's not enough? Perhaps he hasn't bought a silver coat yet?

"I can offer you more compensation," Helian Weiwei said calmly, maintaining her composed demeanor even in this situation. Except for her slightly moist eyes, she appeared delicate and serene.

Baili Jia Jue seemed to enjoy her expression, supporting his head with his slender palms as he leaned forward, admiring her with an evil smile and slightly raised peach blossom eyes.

How interesting that he, who ruled the Ghost Hall and held the capital in his grasp, would be negotiated with by a woman?

Nangong Lie, already dumbfounded, couldn't find words to react.

This man had a strong aversion to physical contact and never let anyone within three feet of him. Three years ago, during a banquet dance, the daughter of General Hu, who held a prominent position in the dynasty, had dared to touch him. He was on the verge of severing Miss Hu's hand when General Hu pleaded for leniency, and the matter was resolved. Since that day, no one dared to challenge his authority.

And now, this kitten not only forcefully kissed him but also made an offer to him!

It's over. She's truly done for now!

Nangong Lie nervously observed the two of them, who were locked in a gaze, and gulped.

After sitting in her position for a while, Helian Weiwei leaned back lazily and continued, "I witnessed your performance yesterday, and I can offer you compensation as well."

Nangong Lie coughed heavily. How dare she say such things!

"Compensation again?" Baili Jia Jue raised an eyebrow, and his ink-black hair fluttered in the wind, intensifying the playfulness in his eyes.

Helian Weiwei nodded and looked at him calmly. "I understand what I just said. As long as it's not excessively demanding, I will agree. However, that doesn't mean you can make arbitrary demands."

With that, Helian Weiwei seemed to remember something, took out a silver ticket from her pocket, and handed it to him. "Consider this a down payment. It should be enough to buy a student's cap. I will pay the rest later."

Helian Weiwei had mistakenly assumed that Baili Jia Jue was in a similar situation as herself, someone who needed to earn money for their education. It wasn't entirely her fault since Taibai Academy required students to bring certain items, and those who couldn't afford them were usually children who lacked favor in their families. This fact was well-known in Taibai Academy, and Helian Weiwei was among those students.

Moreover, Nangong Lie and Baili Jia Jue deliberately concealed their nobility by wearing relatively plain attire.

Therefore, Helian Weiwei naturally believed that Baili Jia Jue and Nangong Lie were in the same circumstances, which led her to contemplate whether she had gone too far and needed to compensate him with silver.

Baili Jia Jue found this misunderstanding quite amusing. His beautiful thin lips curved into an even more captivating smile. It was as if a demon flower was blooming on the bank of the Forget River, exuding a trace of wickedness.

Nangong Lie's eyes widened, and he pointed at himself, unable to believe what he was hearing. What did Baili Jia Jue mean by "good"? They were a prince and a sacrifice—how could they resemble poor students who couldn't afford a student's cap?