Chapter 79 Sweet Tutorial

His steps faltered almost imperceptibly, his phoenix eyes instantly darkening, revealing undisguised amazement and possessiveness. He knew his Yu'er was extremely beautiful, but he hadn't realized that in such a sleek outfit, she could be so... vibrant and dazzling, like a bird breaking free of its golden cage, eager to take flight, brimming with fresh life force. He only wanted to hold her back in his arms and cherish her, yet he couldn't resist wanting to see her soar even more freely.

He stepped forward, and before she could speak, he reached out and embraced her slender waist, pulling her towards him. He lowered his head and kissed her delicate red lips, which were slightly parted in surprise.

This kiss was not as passionate and deep as the one at night, but carried the freshness and fervent appreciation of daytime. He carefully traced the shape of her lips, then gently pried open her teeth and sucked until her breath became slightly ragged and she leaned softly against his chest, before reluctantly letting go.

“Look at you like this,” he said, his voice low and husky, with a smile and a hint of satisfaction, as he pressed his forehead against hers, “it almost made me… change my mind and not want to go out.”

Su Jingyu was dizzy from his kiss, and understanding the deeper meaning in his words, her cheeks flushed red. She playfully punched his chest, saying coquettishly, "Your Highness..."

Xiao Jingzhan chuckled and gave her a light kiss on the lips before taking her hand: "Come on, I'll take you to a nice place."

On the outskirts of the city, at the Royal Horse Ranch, spring grasses are just beginning to sprout, and the wilderness stretches to the horizon.

Xiao Jingzhan led over "Ta Xue," a pure white, gentle, and beautiful mare who was indeed very friendly to Su Jingyu. He helped her mount the horse, his movements careful, as if he were handling a rare treasure.

"Hold your hand here, yes, relax, don't grip too tightly with your fingertips, be careful not to hurt yourself." He held the reins steadily with one hand, while the other hand was always resting on her waist, ready to protect her at any time.

His voice was lower and gentler than usual, filled with immense patience. Each instruction was clear and slow: "Straighten your back, but relax your shoulders... Yes, that's it, my good boy is so smart. Look straight ahead, don't look at the horse's hooves, trust them."

At first, Su Jingyu was so nervous that her whole body tensed up, and her fingertips turned slightly white. Xiao Jingzhan did not urge her, but simply led the horse, slowly circling it at the most steady speed, allowing her to gradually get used to the rhythm of the horse's back.

His gaze was almost entirely fixed on her, not missing a single subtle change in her expression.

"Your Highness, it...it won't suddenly start running, will it?" Her voice trembled slightly as she gripped the saddle tightly.

"No, with me here, it wouldn't dare," Xiao Jingzhan reassured, gently patting Taxue's neck with his free hand, conveying a silent deterrent. Taxue's steps indeed became more steady.

"Good boy, try gently swaying your hips to its rhythm, yes, just like that... Great."

With his encouragement and absolute protection, Su Jingyu relaxed, her body no longer stiffened, and she began to try to follow the rhythm of the horse.

His voice was steady and powerful, possessing a reassuring magic. Gradually, she began to enjoy this feeling of freedom, so different from being in a car.

"Your Highness, may I... try it myself?" She was eager to try.

Xiao Jingzhan glanced at the flat grassland ahead, nodded, and mounted his "Night-Shining Jade Lion" to ride alongside her: "Follow me, go slowly."

The two horses moved slowly forward, one after the other, in the spring breeze. At first, Su Jingyu was a little cautious, but later she became bolder, and with Xiao Jingzhan's encouragement, she was even able to make Ta Xue trot.

The wind ruffled her hair and clothes, and in the sunlight, her smile was radiant, her eyes sparkling, making her appear even more vibrant and beautiful.

Xiao Jingzhan rode alongside her, his gaze never leaving her. Watching her go from nervous to joyful, his heart softened. His Yu'er deserved to be carefree and radiant with smiles.

After riding for about an hour, even though Xiao Jingzhan tried his best to control the speed and took her to drink water and rest along the way, Su Jingyu's legs still went weak when she dismounted, and he caught her in time.

"Tired?" he asked, his arm supporting most of her weight.

"It's okay, it's just that my legs are a little sore..." Su Jingyu said embarrassedly, trying to stand up, but felt a burning, slight stinging pain on the inside of her thighs, and couldn't help but hiss softly.

Xiao Jingzhan's expression hardened. Without a word, he picked her up and carried her to a warm pavilion for resting. After dismissing his attendants, he placed her on a cushioned couch.

"Is it rubbing? Let me take a look." His tone was one of unquestionable concern. He knelt on one knee in front of her and reached out to examine the skin on the side of her leg.

Su Jingyu was extremely embarrassed and hurriedly pressed his hand down: "Your Highness! No, no need... I'm fine, it's just a little red..."

Xiao Jingzhan ignored her, carefully avoiding her attempts to stop him, and gently rolled up one side of her trouser leg. Sure enough, the inside of her fair and delicate thigh was chafed raw, with some areas even slightly broken. His eyes darkened, and his heartache was evident.

"It was my oversight." His voice was filled with self-reproach. He immediately called for someone to bring him the wound medicine specially made by Su Jingyu that he always carried with him, as well as a clean soft cloth.

He personally soaked a soft cloth in warm water, his movements incredibly gentle, and wiped the reddened wound for her. Then he scooped out some ointment and applied it to her skin with his fingertips, very carefully and gently.

The ointment was cool, while his fingertips were warm, creating a strange yet comfortable sensation.

“It will definitely be bruised and sore tomorrow,” he muttered, his brow furrowed as he applied the medicine. “It’s my fault. I shouldn’t have let you ride for so long.” His tone was full of regret.

"It was my own choice to ride it, Your Highness, it's not your fault." Seeing his reaction, Su Jingyu felt a surge of sweetness and tenderness in her heart, and gently comforted him, "This little red mark is nothing. Your Highness was injured while training troops before, and it was much more serious than this."

“How can they be the same?” Xiao Jingzhan raised his eyes, his phoenix eyes full of seriousness. “You are my darling, with delicate skin and tender flesh. I feel heartache if you get even the slightest injury.”

After applying the medicine, he didn't immediately pull down her trouser leg. Instead, in that position, he lowered his head and placed a gentle kiss, filled with endless tenderness, on the uninjured skin of her leg.

Su Jingyu trembled. The skin on her thighs was already sensitive, and the touch of his warm, soft lips sent a tingling sensation straight to her heart. Her cheeks burned, and her voice was barely audible: "Your Highness..."

"Does it still hurt?" He looked up, his gaze fixed intently on her.

Su Jingyu shook her head, overwhelmed by the tenderness and affection in his eyes.

"I won't ride today." Xiao Jingzhan straightened her trousers, his tone resolute. "Once you're better, I'll have someone make you a specially made, softest leather saddle, and then I'll teach you."

"Mmm." Su Jingyu nodded obediently, her heart filled with sweetness. Although she hadn't had her fill, the feeling of being cherished and cared for by him was more intoxicating than galloping on horseback.

Xiao Jingzhan pulled her into his arms, letting her rest against him, and gently massaged her calves with his large hands to relieve the soreness.

Sunlight streamed through the windows of the warm room, bathing the two people in each other's arms in a cozy and peaceful atmosphere, overflowing with love.

For him, teaching her to ride a horse was fun, but keeping her safe and sound was his top priority.