Chapter 40 The Substitute

The beauty seemed unable to bear the scorching gaze of the young man in splendid clothing, merely nodding and lowering her eyes without a word.

Yet even this demure gesture was enough to make Prince Zhou Jingyao lose his soul and self-control.

He had tasted his fair share of stunning women in Luoyang City but never had he encountered such a flawless beauty whose every frown and smile aligned so perfectly with his desires.

It was as if she were tailor-made for him, fitting him perfectly in every way.

Continuing earnestly, he said,

"Lady Yan Fei, please, the hydrangeas are in full bloom ahead, shall we enjoy some tea there?"

"As Your Highness wishes."

This was the strategy Wang Yuan and the Female Sorcerer had agreed upon.

Wang Yuan, Lady Peach Fairy, and "Strategist Bei" Lang Qi, the masterminds behind the abduction plan, carefully selected from among the three sons and two daughters of the Yi King.