Otherworldly Companions: Every Handsome Man is Extraordinary

Chapter 239 The Emperor's Gift

Jiang Yu felt like her lips were about to swell up. Lin Yi was really like a big dog, pressing her against the door and kissing her relentlessly, biting and nibbling, and she couldn't push him away no matter what.

"It hurts..." Jiang Yu had no choice but to shout it out on purpose to get a moment's respite.

When Lin Yi heard her cry out in pain, he quickly let go, making sure he hadn't broken Jiang Yu's lips or scratched her wrists. Only then did he feel relieved and lean against her again, resting his head on her neck to calm his breathing.

"I'm sorry, Xiaoyu, I just can't control myself." Lin Yi nuzzled her neck.

Jiang Yu's body had long since gone limp, and she was already aroused by Lin Yi's relentless teasing. Lin Yi pressed her down, and her breathing became erratic. Hearing his apology, she turned her head to kiss his hair.

"Let's go wash up first and then change into our bed clothes, okay?" Jiang Yu placed her hand behind Lin Yi's head and gently stroked his hair reassuringly.

"No." Lin Yi refused sullenly, his wet kiss landing on Jiang Yu's neck. "I'm clean. I didn't go out today."

"I can't wait any longer." Lin Yi straightened up, scooped Jiang Yu up in his arms, and strode towards the large bed in the inner room.

"I'll help you wash later, I swear I'll make sure you're thoroughly clean, then I'll give you a nice massage and a good night's sleep, how about that?"

Lin Yi's eyes were full of shimmering affection, desire bringing out a hazy, watery light in his sea-blue eyes, making them look pure and captivating.

Jiang Yu gasped and hugged Lin Yi's neck tightly, afraid that he might impulsively throw her onto the bed. But this time, the clueless golden retriever had improved considerably, and he actually placed her on the bed very gently before gently pressing himself on top of her.

"I'll be gentle, I won't hurt you again." Lin Yi's embarrassment flashed by, and before Jiang Yu could react, she was surrounded by an overwhelming kiss and Lin Yi's pleasant and reassuring scent.

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The emperor's gift arrived in Hollandpur the day after the banquet. It was a grand affair.

In addition to eight royal griffins pulling gifts that were a testament to the empire's sincerity, a royal silver griffin was also dispatched, with a guide who had always only appeared in the royal court sitting on its back.

The guide was dressed in fine clothes and had an extraordinary bearing. The huge brooch and medal on his sash showed his noble status.

A silver griffin landed on the dock, followed by eight imposing king griffins and a well-trained, strictly hierarchical Royal Guard.

The grand display conveyed the majesty and importance of royalty.

Upon receiving the letter, Jiang Yu immediately changed into formal attire and waited at the castle gate with Fan Qingyin and Lin Yi.

The people of Hollandpool spread the word and soon cordoned off the road from the dock to the lord's castle, watching with wide eyes this unprecedented spectacle.

Everyone knew that someone from the royal palace had arrived, and their reverence for royal authority kept them standing quietly and solemnly. As the convoy passed by, they spontaneously gave a half-bow.

The silver griffin, head held high, walked steadily from its landing on the dock, and now stood before Jiang Yu.

Jiang Yu wore a navy blue dress embroidered with silver waves and a lord's medal. Fan Qingyin and Lin Yi stood on either side of her, both wearing formal attire of the same color. However, one wore the standard robe of the Aurora Empire's divine envoy, while the other wore the casual dress of a general from the Ocean Empire.

Moya stood half a step behind Fan Qingyin, her dress being a slightly lighter color.

Jiang Yu led the group in bowing respectfully to the emperor's envoy, the guide who sat arrogantly atop a griffin.

After receiving the salute, the guide immediately dismounted from the griffin's back. He respectfully helped Jiang Yu up, smiling as he said, "Lord Jiang Yu, please rise. It has been a long time since we parted at the palace. Your demeanor is even more impressive than before."

"You must be tired from your journey, Your Majesty. Hollandpur is a remote place, thank you for your concern." Jiang Yu said, looking at the guide with a sincere smile, but in reality, her mind was racing, trying to recall when she had met this guide in the palace.

Fortunately, he quickly remembered that the person who led him to the emperor to report on his duties was not the guide in front of him; the guide was the one who accompanied the emperor.

Hmm, that's quite considerate.

Jiang Yu's smile became more earnest: "Thank you, Guide Officer. I wonder if His Majesty the Emperor is well. You are an important person to him, and I am truly honored to have you sent."

This shows they remember him. The guide was very pleased, nodding repeatedly, and said in a low voice, "His Majesty has always thought of you, Lord, and so has Prince Turner."

Jiang Yu could barely suppress the surprise in her eyes. Was this guide not only backed by the emperor, but also represented the next emperor? Had he already started working for the next emperor so soon?

The guide, his smile undiminished, explained directly, "His Majesty's health is not very good these days, and his spirits are not as high as before."

"..." Jiang Yu looked up, no longer hiding the confusion in her eyes. She couldn't understand why such a secret had to be told to her upon their first meeting. Could it be His Highness Turner's intention?

“His Highness Turner is still a minor, so even if many people know about this, it can only be considered an open secret. His Majesty will hold out until the appropriate time,” the guide said with a smile.

Indeed, the royal curse is no secret. Everyone knows that emperors have short lifespans, and Turner is only two years away from adulthood. It's only natural that the emperor's body would be dying.

He had finally cleaned up the mess he was in, and Jiang Yu couldn't bring herself to hate the emperor; instead, she felt more sorry for him.

There's no power struggle among princes here; the emperor is chosen by the sacred whale, his fate predetermined at birth. Without the brutal power transitions, the guides probably don't shy away from the topic.

"You've traveled a long way, and it would be very impolite of me to leave you standing outside. Please come in and rest well. We can talk about the rest later." Jiang Yu quickly led the person inside.

Fan Qingyin followed Jiang Yu, while Lin Yi immediately directed his men to settle the remaining Imperial Guards and Griffins. A Duo and her servants worked together to count and store the gifts.

The guide's gaze swept over the orderly crowd, finally settling on Moya for a few moments, a hint of solemnity and deep meaning flashing in his eyes.

His Highness Turner emphasized this point...