Feng Yu Jiu Tian - Volume 14 - Chapter 3

FENG YU JIU TIAN VOLUME 14 CHAPTER 3

How could anyone forget?

The memory never seems to follow it’s owner’s order.

He’s Dan Lin’s most lascivious Prince. However, his other talent is to maintain absolute sobriety while winning and in distraction of debauchery,

No matter if he was drunk or sober, he just can’t forget Zi Yan - the stunning man he met in that short moment.

Why is that?

With a flat chest, his face not quite handsome and his insignificant smile, perhaps it wasn’t even a smile; maybe a warning, a provocation before leaving, or maybe it was even disdain.

“Your Highness…” Lying on the soft padded mattress, a beautiful woman slithered her way onto it just like a snake, her breath was like a faint breeze.

He Di stroked her perfect full bosom, with a smile he then gently pushed her to the side and lifted a cup to drink.

Tong Kingdom just sent over several beautiful women, but unfortunately, there was nothing new. Within a few more days, he once again remembered that bastard who left without coming back.

The dejected beauty looked at him, as his eyes swept towards her, she immediately looked down, afraid to even move. He Di ignored her, he changed his focus onto another beauty serving and kneeling to his left. She’s also a gift from Tong Kingdom, who just recently became one of He Di’s concubine not so long ago.

He Di’s lips curved upward in evil intentions, his hand followed his thoughts as he twirled her right into his chest, causing her delicate facial features to press against the revealed chest beneath the open layers of clothing. Laughing as if he was chatting, he asked, “Recently, the amount of gold and silver Your Royal Prince sent over is two percent less. Why is that? Is his small treasury also being taken over by his Royal Uncle?”

The beauty timidly glanced up, softly whispering, “Your servant has no knowledge regarding Prince Qing Li’s matter. Your servant was gifted to Your Highness, therefore, your servant only know of you and no other prince.”

“What a sweet tongue you have.” He Di pinched her round cheeks. He didn’t know why he felt anxious.

A war was about to begin in the mainland and during this past year, he took advantage of the situation to rectify the pirates he captured. From the Mo Eastern Strait to the southern part of Dan Sea, many of whom still referred to it as the Dan Lin Strait , are within his control.

Aside from this Dan Lin Prince which was his only older brother, who will be the heir to the throne, his age and title are one step above He Di’s.

The hardest thing was that after enjoying all the young beauties of each kingdoms, he was still not satisfied. It’s been a long time since he caused any trouble. He seems to be missing the scent of blood.

On top of the large cushion, He Di changed into a more comfortable position. He tried hard to restrain himself from remembering the young man who had imprinted himself within his mind.

That man with a lean body, not a single place where anyone should crave for, yet they can’t meet, which infuriated him.

That day while He Di was hiding at the bottom of the ship, peering from below, he was determined to capture that young man. But why after much difficulty of cornering him, shredding his shirt and teasing the two cute red nipples did he allow that young man to find a chance to escape?

After that night, while He Di seized all of the big and small pirates, he also silently investigated the whereabouts of Zi Yan. For him to elude the surveillance line and enter, wouldn’t that mean the sea area has been compromised? Because of that, He Di noticed many loopholes in his surveillance network, which he quickly and effortly mended, further strengthening the security and control of the entire sea.

Even though Zi Yan was smart, he couldn’t have imagined that the pirates had created a surveillance network and that he was the big reason behind it, which contributed to the security system.

He Di was prideful, he made sure nothing was overlooked and no flaws appear with the surveillance in Dan Lin Strait. As long as the young man with undaunted eyes appears once more, he will immediately notice and quickly capture him.

One look at that man’s eyes, He Di understood that those eyes will no longer be hasty because of that one night surprise attack and will not avoid protecting his life at all cost.

Zi Yan will definitely come back.

The thing that disappointed him was that that man was too quick and since then, he never appeared again…. How hateful!

But now, finally there was something interesting that allowed him to exercise his muscles. A few days ago, he received a report from his subordinates that four small merchant ships had crossed the surveillance line without permission. However, the odd thing was once they saw the pirates in the distance, they didn’t engage in battle and immediately escaped by small boats. They spread a little gold and silver on the decks, apparently to have the pirates dispute among themselves while they have enough time to escape.

Interestingly, all four ships appeared in the same water, the same day, in the small ship and used the same kind of trick.

The more interesting thing was the choice of location his opponent chose to break through, it made him think long and hard about it.

This matter might seem trivial to others and not worth mentioning, but it made He Di stay on high alert at the same time. His whole body was filled with an unusual excitement.

Who could it be?

Who else could it be?

After countless times of disappointment, a sense of anxiety and eagerness emerged from deep inside. He must be more patient than ever.

He ordered one of his most competent subordinates – Kong Liu – to investigate this matter. While patiently waiting for the news from his subordinate, he was wining and dining with his ladies.

At this moment, it seems that his patience has finally paid off.

“Your Highness, it seems that a strange merchant ship is preparing to cross the Dan Lin Strait. Not just that, according to the news, they are hoping to create a stable route from Xi Lei to Dan Lin to transport the luminescent sand from Dan Lin.”

“Well, what a large ambition.” He Di leisurely leaned against the high pillow and sneered, “Dan Lin Strait is my territory, do they think they can cross it whenever they want? The luminescent sand isn’t something money can easily buy. So who exactly is this person who is so overly confident?”

“The flags on the ship are of the Xiao Family. Also, it’s rumored that the Young Lord of the Xiao Family received an order from the Holy Master Xiao to open up a sea route in this area.”

“The Xiao Family Young Lord? Isn’t that Duke Ming – the one who is most beloved by Xi Lei King?”

“That’s right, we also heard that he will soon arrive in Tong Kingdom, perhaps he’s heading there because of this reason. Although this person has a huge reputation, he is not someone to be wary of. Also…does Your Highness remember that young man who jumped the ship that year?”

He Di’s eyes suddenly flashed a sharp light.

“Which one?” He said in a casual tone.

His throat tightened.

The fingers that were stroking through his woman’s hair slowly clenched, causing her to shriek in pain.

“The one called Zi Yan.” His subordinate replied, “He is also one of them.”

Kong Liu had followed He Di during the surprise attack on Zi Yan, therefore, he knew that person’s appearance. Not just that, after that person had escaped, He Di even purposely ordered a painted picture of that special “fugitive.”

“Is that right?”

“It’s true. I am certain it’s him.”

“Oh?” He Di gently answered as if he was indifferent to the news.

Only those who knew him would understand that this indifferent attitude was his lingering sexual desire he has been restraining for quite some time now, which finally found a small opening to shine through.

The initial burst was like a fleeting cloud, but as a result, it brought a different feeling beyond his expectation.

After He Di gently answered, he continued to maintain his patience.

Regarding Zi Yan, that battle was just a short moment in time, but it felt like a battle that lasted for eternity between two opponents and He Di’s years of training was to fight him.

He continued to endure, after the letter Zi Yan asked Ran Hu to send had arrived, he received the verification he had been waiting for.

Opening up the letter and reading through it, He Di ordered the female attendants to prepare the wine and a large glass made of gold. After drinking the wine, he stood up from the furred mat, curling his naturally heartless thin lips into a smirk, “Kong Liu, do you know what the message inside the letter said?”

“Your subordinate does not know.”

“He asked me, after ten days, to pick a place to battle.” He Di laughed in complete delight.

Kong Liu was surprised, then he was upset, “This person does not know what death is, what a fool.”

“He is not a fool.” He Di shook his head, “This person’s swordsmanship is superior, if he were to put his life on the line and fight me in a battle, perhaps he could kill me. Once he kills me, these pirates will inevitably disperse. Opening a safe route to transport the luminescent sand will no longer be a problem. This is the best conclusion after battling me. He addressed the letter to Dan Lin second Prince when sending this letter, which means he wanted me to agree to the challenge. If I don’t agree then he will take this matter and spread the news everywhere, hoping to brand me with a “coward” reputation. He’s trying to use this to weaken my influence on the pirates. In fact, he’s not wrong. This person understands that the pirates only recognize the strongest as their leader.”

After listening to his explanation, Kong Liu nodded in agreement, but then said, “This person must not have a deep understanding of Your Highness’s status among the pirates. How will Your Highness answer to this matter that will not jeopardize your status among the pirates? Anyhow, your subordinate has confidence in Your Highness’s swordsmanship. Even if Your Highness were to fight, that arrogant Zi Yan kid will only die in your hands.”

He Di’s facial features were perfect, in fact, he can be regarded as very handsome. However, his slender eyes added a touch of evilness. His lips when he smiled brought an even more sinister feeling, but also emitted a strong charm that can easily seduce anyone, secretly tempting all the beautiful women around him.

“This letter challenging you, how does Your Highness plan on responding to it?”

He Di gave an enigmatic smile, comfortably laying back onto the layers of brocaded pillows.

“Granting his wish means that I can’t afford to have the rest look down upon me. This letter, I’ll say I’ve never seen it before.”

“Never seen it?” Kong Liu was stupefied. Judging by His Highness’s temperament to avenge grievances, this reaction was very hard to believe.

“Kong Liu, starting from today, by all means inquire about the Xiao Family’s Young Lord.”

“This…” Kong Liu had known He Di for a long time and understood that His Highness does not like subordinates who were nosy. After spitting out one word, he quickly withheld the rest of his words and said, “Understood, your subordinate will follow through.”

“Send men to mobilize large ships and be ready to pack, gather the best men, equip the best weapons and carry along lots of luminescent sand.”

He Di’s orders surprised Kong Liu for a moment. After receiving the order, he carefully inquired, “What is Your Highness planning to do?”

“For him to challenge me to a battle because he wants to open up a stable route to transport the luminescent sand is already a big mistake.” He Di smirked, he called out to one of the beauties to come over and removed his shirt, revealing a scar on his right shoulder. He ordered her to crawl down and lick the old wound. While enjoying the servitude of having his lost flesh tended to, he remembered the lightning flash stab that person gave to his right shoulder. Slowly closing his eyes, he finally ordered, “ Immediately send a letter to Tong Kingdom Prince – Qing Li. Tell him that I was shocked to learn about his father’s passing. Deeply saddened, I plan on visiting Tong Kingdom to give my condolences.”

That young, brave and talented man seemed to value that so-called Duke Ming very much. As long as Duke Ming is captured, it would be the same as capturing him. If that was the case, then that tough looking young man full of integrity would sacrifice himself for the sake of that person. Using someone else as a sacrifice is also one of He Di’s many talents.

Just like that, Zi Yan could never have guessed that he had contributed to the perfection of the surveillance system. Zi Yan could also never have guessed that his “battle to the death challenge” with He Di hoping to disperse the pirates would bring another added layer of dangerous variable to the already troubled Feng Ming, who was at that very moment traveling to a different nation – Tong Kingdom.

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