However, the reality was beyond her expectations.

Mo Yuanlin lifted her chin, gazing at her in the darkness, and the condition he mentioned was one she could never have imagined.

"Before marriage, Yao’er must come to the palace to see me every day, unless it’s absolutely unavoidable. Also, during this period, Yao’er needs to be proactive toward me..."

Yun Wanyao: "..."

Is this even a condition?

Moreover, going to the palace to see him is one thing, but what does it mean for her to be proactive?

The more she thought about it, the more her face flushed. A wave of awkwardness and embarrassment welled up uncontrollably in her heart.

"Hmm, being proactive means Yao’er needs to take the initiative to get close to me. Since we’re interacting, the things that lovers do shouldn’t be exempt. Does Yao’er agree?"

Without waiting for her to speak, he leaned in closer and whispered in her ear.

Yun Wanyao’s heart trembled. Bearing all the discomfort in her body, she helplessly said, "Emperor, don’t be too unreasonable..."

Doing what should be done is fine, but why must she take the initiative?

"Unreasonable? But I think this is quite normal. If Yao’er doesn’t agree, then the royal decree will be annulled."

Yun Wanyao: "..."

"Emperor, can’t we discuss this further?"

He refused immediately, with no hesitation.

"We cannot. I forgot to mention, even if the royal decree is annulled, the matter of you coming to the palace will not change."

"Yun Wanyao, since you’ve agreed to interact with me, no matter what happens, you must continue this interaction."

Very well, so domineering, worthy of being a monarch. Yun Wanyao gritted her teeth, feeling quite discontented, yet completely helpless. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Imperial orders cannot be defied. If he insists on her entering the palace, neither her parents nor she can refuse.

Without the royal decree, she would be trapped in the deep palace for the rest of her life.

After deliberating for a moment, she said helplessly, "How does the Emperor wish for this subject’s daughter to be proactive? Why not tell me first?"

If it wasn’t so unacceptable, it might be worth considering.

He said nothing, lowered his head closer to her, studied her intently, then gently kissed her lips...

"Like this..."

"And like this..."

In the time that followed, he personally showed her how she should be proactive toward him in the future.

Yun Wanyao’s consciousness completely scattered, leaving her dazed. Of those key lessons, she had no idea how much she remembered.

The next day.

The first rays of morning light spilled down. Yun Zheng, already dressed and ready, stood on the steps, staring in the direction of the courtyard gate, seemingly waiting for someone.

However, the figure he was expecting was nowhere to be seen.

His patience waned, and he took the initiative, walking over to Yun Wanye’s courtyard in no time.

The two brothers’ courtyards were next to each other. Coincidentally, Yun Wanchen emerged from his courtyard, paused slightly upon seeing him, then walked over.

"Father, good morning."

Yun Zheng acknowledged with a hum, turning to look at the courtyard on the right, saying, "That brat Yun Wanye probably hasn’t gotten up yet. I’ll go call him. What are you up to?"

It’s true they’re father and son, Yun Wanchen was thinking the same.

He smiled and said, "I’ll go with you, Father."

When the father and son reached Yun Wanye’s courtyard, Yun Wanye was already awake, just not yet out of bed.

When Cang Xuan came in to report, he was leaning against the headboard, lost in thought.

"Second Young Master, the Duke and the Princely Heir have come to see you."

Upon hearing this, Yun Wanye snapped back to reality.

He turned to look at Cang Xuan, yawning lazily as he said, "Then what are you waiting for? Quickly, invite my father and brother in."

Cang Xuan’s eyes flickered, giving him a once-over, timidly reminding him.

"Second Young Master, you haven’t changed clothes yet. Are you sure you want to meet the Duke and Princely Heir looking so disheveled?"

Though they’re family, one still can’t completely disregard etiquette.

If the Duke sees the Second Young Master in such disorderly attire, he might get so angry he’d scold the Second Young Master again.

"It’s fine, I’m not feeling well, Father won’t blame me for it."

He waved his hand nonchalantly, leaving Cang Xuan speechless.

In this state, besides looking lazy, where is there any sign of being unwell?

The Duke would only believe him if something was off.

But since the Master said so, what else can he, a servant, say besides obeying?

Cang Xuan left reluctantly, and soon, Yun Zheng and Yun Wanchen entered in succession, immediately spotting the lazy figure leaning casually against the bed.

Yun Zheng’s face darkened instantly, and he strode over to sit by the bed, glaring angrily at him.

"Since you’re awake, why are you not getting out of bed?"

The early morning sets the tone for the day; what good lad lies in bed?

In such a wonderful time, instead of practicing or reading, he’s lying there like a corpse, truly embodying the appearance of a complete wastrel.

Just lying in bed is one thing, not getting dressed is another, but how does he have the audacity to let people enter the room?

"Oh, Dad, it’s so early, don’t be angry, getting upset harms the liver; it’s not worth it to hurt your health over such a trivial matter."

"If dad harms his health and mom finds out, won’t she be heartbroken? Mom loves dad so much; does dad have the heart to see mom distressed?"

Yun Zheng: "..."

Yun Wanchen: "..."

This guy really has a silver tongue.

No wonder he’s caused trouble since he was young, yet seldom got a real beating.

Yun Zheng’s mouth twitched, too lazy to bother with his lying-in-bed-not-getting-dressed behavior.

"Enough, less nonsense; knowing full well I’ve been waiting for you since early morning, why are you still lazing in bed, making me come to find you? You’ve really put on some act!"

Listening to his dad’s reprimands, Yun Wanye paid no heed, cheerfully defending himself.

"Oh, how could I dare put on airs with dad; please don’t misunderstand me, dad. I remembered dad’s instructions from last night and wanted to get up early to find dad."

"Alas, I couldn’t wake up; it wasn’t until dad and big brother came that I finally woke up..."

Whether this is true or not, aside from himself, no one knows, and Yun Zheng was merely scolding him in passing, not truly upset.

After a brief pause, Yun Zheng spoke sternly, "Enough idle talk; let’s discuss serious matters."

It’s clear to the Yun Family what exactly this serious matter entails.

Upon mentioning it, Yun Wanye’s face turned serious, his charming devilish features showing unprecedented gravity.

"This mission comprises four parts, the main task is to involve Mo Yuanhao, to directly return the protagonist’s romantic plot to the right path, with a time limit of one month."

"Apart from that, there are three side missions."

"Side Mission One, eliminate the Emperor. This task is not time-bound, nor restricted in method, clearing obstacles for Mo Yuanhao’s ascent to the throne."

"Side Mission Two, Yun Wanye, which is me..."

"Regarding my task, there are choices: use a tool to make me lose my memory directly, or design a major crime for me, sow discord in my relationship with you all..."

"Offer aid when I’m most helpless, gain my goodwill, and leave groundwork for a future fallout with Seventh Uncle."

"Side Mission Three, manipulate Lu Huaixin, heal Lu Huaixin, entice him to propose to the Princess again, gradually restoring the disrupted plot."

Speaking of this, Yun Zheng and Yun Wanchen noticed his tone getting heavier, faintly tinged with gritted teeth.

This was absent when discussing the task about himself.

Yun Zheng and Yun Wanchen remained silent, fully understanding.

People have their vulnerabilities, and evidently, the Princess is Yun Wanye’s Achilles’ heel, and this task deeply touches it.

Currently, Yun Wanye certainly wishes to demolish the system and Su Qianxue.

The Yun Family indeed breeds passionate lovers.

Thinking of this, Yun Zheng suddenly looked at Yun Wanchen.

This kid has hidden the Su Family’s daughter in the courtyard for quite some time...

Afraid of Su Family discovering the truth, he specially chose a petite Death Warrior, disguised as the girl, sent to the Su Family, to deceive them.

The Su Family couple has no clue that their own daughter has been replaced.

Following orders, the Death Warrior went to the Su Family, making trouble non-stop, wreaking havoc within days.

Many servants who bullied Su Qianyue were secretly taught a lesson, even the malicious dogs in the courtyard didn’t escape a beating.

The reason being, those dogs were once used by servants to intimidate Su Qianyue.

The only one spared was Su Qianxue.

Of course, it’s not out of mercy for Su Qianxue, but due to the system she bears, fearing exposure of the Death Warrior’s identity, temporarily letting her off.

The Su Family couple, still unwell, got infuriated hearing about their daughter causing chaos in the manor.

Such an elaborate charade; this kid must be truly serious about Su Qianyue.

None of them let him relax.

But they can’t be blamed, except for him, the father, setting this example.