Chapter 9: The Prince's Forbidden Night A Clash of Passion and Power
The chamber was bathed in the soft glow of candlelight, shadows flickering over Xiao Ran's bare, muscular body as he leaned back against the silk-covered bed.
Before him stood Yu Fei and Mei Ling, two stunning beauties—one fierce and golden-eyed, the other seductive and violet-eyed—staring each other down.
"So, you think you can just waltz in and claim him?" Yu Fei crossed her arms, her robe slipping just enough to reveal the swell of her breasts.
Mei Ling smirked, stepping forward, her hips swaying.
"Oh, darling," she purred, "I don't need to claim him. He'll come to me on his own."
Xiao Ran watched, amused, as the two women closed the distance between them, their bodies almost touching.
"I don't mind sharing," Mei Ling continued, her fingers tracing along Yu Fei's collarbone.
Yu Fei's breath hitched, but she quickly grabbed Mei Ling's wrist.
"I won't lose to you."
Mei Ling leaned in, her lips dangerously close to Yu Fei's ear.
"Then let's see who satisfies him more."
Xiao Ran chuckled darkly, pulling both women onto the bed.
"If you two want to fight for me," he murmured, gripping their waists, "then let's do it properly."
The night descended into moans, gasps, and tangled limbs, as Xiao Ran claimed them both.
Morning After & A New Challenge
The sunlight filtered through the curtains, illuminating the satin sheets strewn across the bed.
Yu Fei lay against Xiao Ran's chest, her golden hair fanned out, while Mei Ling stretched like a satisfied cat beside them.
Xiao Ran smirked, running his fingers through Yu Fei's hair.
"Still mad?"
Yu Fei sighed, pressing a kiss to his chest.
"No… but don't think I'll let you off so easily."
Mei Ling chuckled, trailing her fingers down Xiao Ran's stomach.
"You're an insatiable man, Your Highness. I like that."
A knock interrupted their moment.
Xiao Ran sighed. "Another interruption?"
A servant's voice came from outside.
"My lord, the Emperor has summoned you."
The room fell silent.
Yu Fei sat up, her eyes sharp.
"The Emperor?"
Xiao Ran's smirk faded.
"It seems my father finally wants to see me."
Summoned to the Imperial Court
Dressed in regal robes, Xiao Ran strode through the grand halls of the Imperial Palace.
Guards whispered as he passed. Servants lowered their heads, afraid of the infamous debauched prince who had suddenly changed.
He entered the golden throne room, where the Emperor sat—an imposing man with piercing eyes.
At his side stood the Crown Prince, his expression smug.
"Xiao Ran," the Emperor's voice boomed. "I have heard… troubling reports."
Xiao Ran raised an eyebrow.
"Troubling, Father?"
The Emperor's gaze hardened.
"You've been building your own forces. Recruiting warriors. Training secretly."
The Crown Prince stepped forward.
"This is treason," he sneered.
Xiao Ran chuckled.
"Treason? I simply seek to improve myself."
The Emperor's eyes narrowed.
"Then prove it."
He gestured toward the open court.
"If you are truly worthy of power, defeat my personal guard—General Wei."
The doors opened, and a towering man covered in golden armor stepped forward.
Xiao Ran's eyes gleamed.
"Very well," he said, removing his robe and drawing his sword.
"Let's begin."