Chapter 57 The horse got spooked and ran wildly

Damn! How did you fall?

I've lived for over twenty years and never been this embarrassed. How did he have to run into me like this!

Fu Beichen gently placed her on the large bed in the bedroom.

The strong smell of alcohol emanating from him mingled with the fragrance of his shower gel, creating a strange and somewhat dangerous aura that lingered between the two of them.

Gu Xingnian quickly pulled the bath towel around her body tighter, wrapping herself up even more tightly, wishing she could dig a hole and crawl into it.

Although they are a married couple, they had previously had more intimate contact.

But those were all in specific situations and with a certain purpose.

He never helped her bathe, and there was a lack of the tender intimacy that is common between ordinary couples.

At this moment, this sudden and frank situation put both of them in an unprecedentedly awkward predicament.

Fu Beichen stood by the bed, looking down at her.

"You, go out, I'm fine!" Gu Xingnian said coldly.

He looked at her flushed cheeks, her wet hair, and the curves that were faintly visible under the bath towel.

His Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily.

After a long silence, he suddenly spoke, his voice carrying an inexplicable coldness, "Gu Xingnian, are you seducing me?"

His tone was flat and straightforward, yet it was like a bucket of ice water poured over Gu Xingnian's head.

She looked up abruptly, staring at him in disbelief, her earlier embarrassment and awkwardness instantly replaced by anger.

"Fu Beichen!" Her voice trembled with anger.

"Are you blind? Didn't you see me fall?"

Is there something wrong with this guy's brain? She almost broke her bones just now, and he actually said she was seducing him?

Is there no justice left?!

Fu Beichen's face was expressionless, but his eyes were fixed on her.

“I’m not blind,” he said calmly, his tone certain. “I can see very clearly.”

He could even recall the feel of her skin—cool and smooth.

Therefore, he felt even more strongly that this was a carefully planned performance.

Gu Xingnian was speechless after hearing his words, "I saw it very clearly."

This person is absolutely unreasonable! What did that look in his eyes mean?

Did he think she deliberately fell in front of him just to put on this show?

She was trembling with anger, clenched her fists so tightly that her nails dug deep into her palms, and squeezed out a few words through clenched teeth.

"Get out!" The voice wasn't loud, but it carried a resolute anger.

Fu Beichen gave her a deep look, his eyes dark and unreadable.

He didn't say anything more, his face was cold, and he turned and left.

With a "bang," the door slammed shut.

Two worlds were separated.

Fu Beichen leaned against the wall outside the door, the effects of the alcohol seeming to rise even stronger.

He closed his eyes, but the scene from just now kept flashing through his mind uncontrollably.

He irritably loosened his tie and threw it aside.

He couldn't sleep.

Lying in my bed, I tossed and turned. In the darkness, my eyes were wide open, and I was wide awake.

My mind is a mess, filled with images of her.

Later, he seemed to fall asleep.

I keep dreaming about her; she's all I see in my dreams.

His past with her.

This night was destined to be difficult.

The next morning

Fu Beichen came downstairs with dark circles under his eyes, and his aura of coldness emanated from him.

Gu Xingnian and Fu Lanzhi were eating breakfast, the two girls chattering away.

"Brother Beichen," Fu Lanzhi called out as she turned around.

When Gu Xingnian saw his icy face, she immediately fell silent, still feeling a bit awkward from yesterday.

She lowered her head and drank her porridge, as if she hadn't seen him.

Fu Lanzhi seemed to notice something was amiss, and then said something to him.

"Brother, it's the weekend today, and it's also harvest day at the manor. Why don't you take my sister-in-law and me horseback riding?"

She made the suggestion.

Upon hearing this, Gu Xingnian shook her head vigorously, like a rattle-drum, "I can't ride a horse, I'm not going."

Fu Lanzhi shook her hand, "Sister-in-law."

"Don't touch her left hand." Fu Beichen glanced at her, his voice stern.

Fu Lanzhi's face paled slightly with fright. "I'm sorry, sister-in-law, I forgot. From now on, I'll sit to your right."

Gu Xingnian quickly comforted her, "It's okay, it doesn't hurt!"

"Then come with me horseback riding. The harvest day at the manor is very lively; it only happens once a year. The fruit in the orchard over there is all ripe."

Gu Xingnian thought it sounded good, but then she thought about her own injuries.

“Then let’s go!” Fu Beichen said. Even if she didn’t want to go, he would make her go anyway.

After breakfast, Fu Lanzhi helped her to the door, where three servants were already waiting with three fine horses.

Two black and one white.

Gu Xingnian stared at the tall, pure white horse in front of her, which was exceptionally magnificent.

His eyes were practically drawn in, and he couldn't hide the surprise on his face.

So beautiful!

The glossy fur, the smooth lines, and the powerful presence are all striking features.

“Sister-in-law likes this one? Then I’ll choose the black one!” Fu Lanzhi said, and then gracefully mounted the horse, riding with practiced ease.

"I can't ride, you guys go ahead! I have a foot injury, so it's not convenient for me." Gu Xingnian shook her head again, then turned around!

I feel a little disappointed!

Fu Beichen saw through her thoughts.

He didn't say anything, but carefully lifted her up and placed her steadily on the broad back of the horse.

"Ah!" she exclaimed in surprise. The saddle was soft and comfortable, and it swayed a little when she sat on it.

Fu Beichen took the reins with practiced ease.

"Hold on tight." His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable force. "Don't use your left hand, and don't kick your injured foot."

He gave her detailed instructions, thinking of every single detail for her.

Gu Xingnian gripped the handle in front of the saddle tightly, still a little nervous!

"But I can't ride!"

"Sister-in-law, don't be nervous. Hold the reins tight, and I'll walk with you slowly, just like riding in a car! It'll be very slow, and there won't be any danger!" Fu Lanzhi reassured her.

Finally, she nodded and gave her a smile as gentle as a breeze!

Fu Beichen paused for a moment, holding the horse's reins. How long had it been since he had seen her smile like that?

His gaze softened unconsciously, without him even realizing the tenderness.

Suddenly, his phone rang, and he turned to answer it.

Fu Lanzhi instructed Gu Xingnian to hold the reins properly, and the two horses slowly moved forward.

Fu Lanzhi turned around and glanced at Fu Beichen, who was still on the phone.

A barely perceptible smile curved her lips.

Suddenly, she raised her whip and lashed it hard across the rump of Gu Xingnian's horse.

"Smack—"

The horse was startled, let out a sharp neigh, and suddenly charged forward.

"Ah! Zhizhi! Help! I can't ride a horse!"

Gu Xingnian's scream pierced the air, filled with intense fear.