The Treacherous Minister and the Warlord Got Together

[Devoted Warlord Top X Cold, Corrupt Official Bottom]

1.

Gao Ling, commander of the Longxiao Guard, had stunning looks and peerless bearing.

Yet he was ruthless and cruel. He'd risen through the ranks by currying favor with powerful eunuchs, becoming a notorious, evil lapdog in court, a snake-hearted beauty reviled by every official.

2.

Prince Qi commanded a powerful army and was decisive in battle. He was a cold and ruthless warlord of his age, disliked by the civil officials.

The emperor fell gravely ill. Prince Qi entered the capital, intent on fighting for the throne.

3.

The officials were secretly delighted, waiting to see Gao Ling, the powerful eunuchs' lackey, and Prince Qi tear each other apart.

Who could have known the two were secretly involved, conspiring together?

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In Prince Qi's chambers, a warm bed-curtain framed the room, and red candles flickered.

Gao Ling looked at the latest newly published romance novel.

"Your Highness, the book says I've offended you again. This time, you'll definitely punish me harshly and keep me from getting out of bed for three days."

Prince Qi held a decorative gold chain in his hand. His gaze lingered on Gao Ling's pale ankle, dark and unreadable.

"You talked too much with the Grand Tutor. That really displeased me."

"What does the book say I do to punish you? I want to try every way of bullying someone on you, one by one."

Cover illustration authorized by the artist: Cu Li

Theme: The rise and fall of a nation is everyone's responsibility.