Xia Yuqing stood there, frozen.
This wasn't a kiss. This was a punishment. He kissed her roughly, full of hate and anger. His teeth sank into her lower lip, and she tasted blood. She tried to push him away, her hands beating against his chest, but he only held her tighter.
She fought harder, twisting and shoving with all the strength in her body. Every muscle ached, and her body screamed in pain, but he didn't stop. His kiss grew harsher, more violent. She couldn't breathe. She couldn't take it anymore.
Rage exploded inside her. With one powerful swing, she slapped him hard across the face. He barely reacted before she struck again, this time hitting his neck with all her force. The Emperor stumbled back, shocked.
He looked at her with wide eyes full of anger and disbelief. Then, his body gave out, collapsing to the floor with a heavy thud. Xia Yuqing stood over him, her chest heaving, her lips bruised and bleeding.
