After stepping into the grand hall, Lin Yi unexpectedly pointed directly at the dragon throne at the very top.

At the same time, he uttered these words from his mouth.

This immediately gave Leng Yu a big scare.

She stood frozen in place, somewhat incredulous, glancing at Lin Yi and then following his finger’s direction to look at that dragon throne.

For a moment, Leng Yu’s mouth was agape, wide enough to fit a sausage and two eggs.

However, in the end, she didn’t utter a single word.

Moreover, her eyes were bulging wide, looking at Lin Yi with a mix of amusement.

After quite some time, Leng Yu finally spoke, albeit with disbelief:

"Brother Lin Yi, Brother Lin Yi, where did you say to rest? Did you say we should rest up there? Am I hallucinating? Did I hear wrong?"

No wonder the girl was so agitated, so frightened. What Lin Yi said was too shocking and terrifying.

You have to understand, that above is the dragon throne, which only the king can sit on; no one else is allowed to touch it, as it represents the symbol of royal authority. Only those who sit on it can truly wield imperial power.

If it is indeed sat upon by someone else, there’s only one outcome, and that is, no matter what, you will be chopped down, for it is an infringement of royal authority.

No king can tolerate such a thing from a subject, not even the closest of them.

Historically, there was once an emperor who, because his son sat on that throne, angrily chopped that prince down.

It is precisely because of this precedent that everyone holds such apprehension towards that position.

Especially the little eunuchs, who clean the dragon throne with extreme caution, even kneeling on the ground. They dread that any of their actions might cause a misunderstanding with the king, resulting in the loss of their lives.

It is for this reason, upon seeing Lin Yi’s pointing direction and hearing his words, that Leng Yu was so shocked.

Leng Yu simply couldn’t imagine how Brother Lin Yi could say such words. Does he really not understand, or what?

However, seeing the girl’s expression, full of fear, Lin Yi couldn’t help but lift the corners of his mouth, speaking with ease:

"Yeah, there’s only that one chair in the entire hall. We’re tired, where else can we rest if not there?

We’ve walked such a long way, we’re already exhausted. Come, let’s sit for a bit. Anyway, the Emperor isn’t here yet. When they arrive, we’ll just come down, surely the Emperor won’t be so petty."

Not only saying it, but his feet also began moving, directly pulling Leng Yu towards the throne representing supreme royal authority.

However, this action gave Leng Yu a jolt, instinctively wanting to stop Lin Yi, not wishing for him to go forward. Perhaps Lin Yi didn’t know the ins and outs here, but she surely did.

Even though Brother Lin Yi previously said he knew the Duke of You, she would never let Lin Yi do such rebellious things.

Even if he really knew the Duke, the Duke wouldn’t allow him such wanton behavior.

But how could she, a little girl, possibly stop Lin Yi?

Thus, being dragged along by Lin Yi, they climbed the high steps directly, approaching the golden lacquered dragon throne.

Not only that, but before she could react, Lin Yi had already pressed her to sit on that dragon throne.

All at once, her whole body felt electrified, an immediate jolt, her eyes wide, her face filled with shock.

She could not fathom that she actually sat on this dragon throne.

If this matter were known to the Duke of You, she would undoubtedly be executed.

But now, no matter what, she was already seated there; saying anything further would be pointless.

Furthermore, as she was in shock, suddenly she felt someone beside her.

Indeed, Lin Yi had seated himself on the dragon throne too.

Fortunately, this dragon throne was quite big; not only could it accommodate two, but even three with ease.

Hadn’t Chen Shiren leaned or half-laid on it during morning court sometimes?

The thick, soft cushion might be comfortable to sit on, but Leng Yu felt as if sitting on pins and needles.

This sensation made her hair stand on end involuntarily.

At that moment, Lin Yi gently patted her head, his relaxed words reaching her ears:

"Alright, just relax and sit here. I promise you, the Duke of You will not be angry, but rather pleased you’re sitting up here."

Leng Yu couldn’t believe this.

Her gaze at Lin Yi was filled with disbelief, making him feel caught between laughter and tears:

"Shall we make a bet then? You sitting here won’t make the Duke angry; instead, he’ll reward you, believe it or not?

If the Duke really gets angry and punishes you, I’ll promise you one thing, how about that?

Otherwise, you have to promise me one thing?"

To Lin Yi’s surprise, upon his words, the originally terrified Leng Yu seemed injected with adrenaline, instantly spirited.

Moreover, her eyes, cast upon Lin Yi, held a hint of a strange glimmer.

This glint made Lin Yi’s skin crawl, involuntarily shivering, much like being watched by a wild beast.

Meanwhile, just as Lin Yi felt incredibly uncomfortable, Leng Yu’s voice rang out, full of excitement:

"Really, Brother Lin Yi? If the Duke really punishes me, actually gets angry, you’ll agree to anything I ask?

That’s what you said, a gentleman’s word is his bond; once spoken, it can’t be retracted."

This unexpected turn took Lin Yi completely by surprise. He hadn’t anticipated that the little girl, initially so terrified, would become so excited over his words.

[To be continued...]