Everyone Had Hoped

"You're being unnecessarily impatient," Yu Zhen snapped the moment he stepped out of the bedroom shared with his wife.

If it wasn't for Lu Tianbi's persistence of having him awakened, then Yu Zhen could've spent his morning teasing Li Xueyue. 

Instead, she would have to wake up alone and bewildered. He preferred the sight of her snuggled against him, instead of the blankets.

"Only because we have finally acquired the list you've asked for, Your Highness," Lu Tianbi explained. She raised her eyes from the floor and wryly smiled.

A dark scowl marred his perfect features. His brows were scrunched together, displeasure was written all over his face. There was a healthy glow to him. Without a doubt, someone else lacked the same energy.

"We'll discuss it in my private study," Yu Zhen said.