Venerable Demon King & The Doting Immortal (QT) novel Chapter 378

Chapter 378: Hiding a full blown love affair

Xiang Yu reached his father’s bedchamber, the ornate doors standing tall before him. He paused, glancing back at Han Xin, who stood just outside with the steward. "I will be right back," he reassured, though Han Xin’s expression was reluctant. The tension hung between them, but Han Xin nodded, knowing he had no choice but to stay behind.

As the heavy door closed, the steward turned to Han Xin, his voice low but urgent. "You will get him into trouble if you keep acting like this." His words were a warning, laced with concern.

Just then, an imperial guard passed by, and both men fell silent, the weight of their conversation suspended in the air. Once the guard was gone, Han Xin spoke, his voice cold. "If you keep talking here, you will get him into trouble.

The steward wanted to retort but held his tongue. Two staff members walked past, and he could only grumble under his breath, frustration simmering beneath the surface.

Meanwhile, inside the comfortable living room, Xiang Yu found a stark contrast to the coldness of the rest of the palace. The room felt warm, almost inviting, yet the tension was palpable. His father sat on a plush couch with a glass in hand, his gaze lowered. The shadows cast by his eyelashes concealed the chaos swirling beneath.

Xiang Yu took a step forward, but in an instant, the imperial Lord hurled the glass at Xiang Yu’s feet. The glass shattered, shards scattering across the floor. Xiang Yu knew his father’s aim was excellent and that he had missed him on purpose.

Rubbing his eyes aggressively, the imperial Lord commanded, "Pour me another one." Xiang Yu didn’t respond with words. Instead, he walked to the bar and poured more liquor, the liquid glistening in the dim light. Once he was done, he approached and placed the glass in his father’s hand.

"Sit," the imperial Lord said coldly, pointing to the seat opposite him. Xiang Yu obeyed, settling into the chair as silence enveloped them. The imperial Lord took slow sips of his drink, the seconds stretching into an uncomfortable quiet.

Finally, halfway through his glass, the imperial Lord spoke. "You should always tell me if anything happens. We can deal with it in advance, do you understand?" His tone was stern, but Xiang Yu felt no respect for the man. He was a horrible father and an even worse husband, a man stained with blood from betraying those who trusted him.

Xiang Yu’s hatred simmered just below the surface, threatening to spill over. He loathed this man for the pain he caused to Han Xin in this world. He made Han Xin an orphan, taking away parents who actually loved him. Knowing it wasn’t the right time to strike he discreetly clenched his fists, forcing himself to remain composed. "Yes, Father," he replied, his voice steady. _{fɾeeweɓnѳveɭ.com}

"Once they are gone, punish yourself in the training simulator for five days straight. Do not come out until I am satisfied." The Imperial Lord’s words were like ice, cutting through the air.

"Yes, father," Xiang Yu echoed, feeling a mix of anger and resignation. The imperial Lord’s annoyance flared at his docile response as if Xiang Yu’s compliance was perfunctory.

"Go, get out of my sight," the imperial Lord snapped.