The beauty was half-sitting on the bed, her eyes full of shimmering light, and still with a bit of the haziness and fatigue of just waking up. There was still a trace of blush at the corners of her eyes, as if she was enduring physical discomfort.

The lazy and weak appearance of the crabapple blossom in spring sleep instantly aroused his physical desire.

Qin Yuan's Adam's apple rolled unconsciously, and his eyes darkened a little.

"woke up?"

"It's cold outside, be careful not to freeze."

As he spoke, he strode forward, put the bowl down, and then reached out to wrap Chu Qingluan up with the quilt, leaving only a small face the size of a palm and a head with loose black hair.

The movements were so gentle as if he was protecting fragile porcelain.

"Hmm..." Chu Qingluan was held by him and swayed slightly. The numbness in her waist surged up again, and she couldn't help but let out a light groan.

A trace of heartache flashed across Qin Yuan's eyes. He quickly pulled her into his arms and rubbed her waist gently with his big hands.

"I'm sorry, I didn't hold back last night. I'll be more careful next time!"

Chu Qingluan leaned into his arms, feeling the warmth from his chest, and her nose was filled with the refreshing and pleasant scent of his body. Her physical discomfort seemed to be relieved a little.

After a long time, she opened her mouth and her voice was hoarse.

"Do you want to have another chance?"

The tone was full of accusation.

Qin Yuan knew he was in the wrong, so he just kept begging for mercy and coaxing her, "It's my fault. You can punish me however you want, okay?"

He stared at her radiant red lips, his throat dry, and added, "I'm still waiting to be your husband, you can't leave me."

Chu Qingluan choked, feeling like she was shooting herself in the foot.

"That was just a temporary measure. I just wanted to lure you out and avoid the spies in the dark. But you really think you are my husband?"

In order not to reveal my identity, I made up a lie, but I didn't expect that he would use it to his advantage.

"yes!"

His eyes were heavy. "You kidnapped me in front of so many people in the barracks. How can I lead my subordinates in the future? Therefore, you must be responsible for me for the rest of your life, madam!"

He deliberately dragged out the ending of the word "Madam", as if it had a hook.

"Slippery!" She turned her head away, trying to hide her burning cheeks. "How come I didn't realize you were such a... scoundrel when we were in the capital?"

Qin Yuan chuckled and moved closer to her, his nose almost touching hers.

"Because it's you."

He said, "I only want you..."

Chu Qingluan's heart skipped a beat, and her mind became confused again because of his words.

She gently pushed him away and tried to make her voice sound calmer. "Okay, stop joking and get down to business."

"Okay!" Qin Yuan agreed, but he brought the chicken soup, scooped up a mouthful with a spoon, blew on it, and handed it to her lips, "Drink the soup first, and we'll talk after you finish it."

Chu Qingluan took two sips with a spoon. The temperature was just right, neither too strong nor too weak, with a faint aroma of medicinal herbs, which warmed her stomach and made her feel comfortable.

She drank a few sips obediently and praised sincerely: "Mm! It's delicious!"

Qin Yuan scooped another spoonful: "Then drink more."

"It contains Chinese herbs to nourish the body, otherwise you will feel weak at night."

Chu Qingluan: “!!!”

She almost choked on the chicken soup she had swallowed. Her cheeks suddenly turned red, and even her neck was stained crimson.

She glared at the man in front of her angrily: "Qin Yuan, are you still the Qin Yuan I know?"

Could it be that he is possessed by something?

How come he has become so...'like a wolf and a tiger' after just a few months of not seeing him?

Or is this his true nature?

Qin Yuan paused with the spoon in his hand, his eyes dark and unclear: "Whether it is true or not, hasn't Madam personally verified it?"

"Or is it? Madam, you still want to..."

"Stop!" Chu Qingluan quickly stretched out her index finger and pressed it against the other person's lips.

"I believe you, you are Qin Yuan, absolutely true! But from now on, I will eat vegetarian food..."

Qin Yuan knew the principle of slow and steady success, so he didn't refute it. He just put down the bowl silently and hugged the person tighter.

"Okay, I'll listen to you, ma'am."

…

Next, the two chatted about some serious matters. Chu Qingluan also learned that Gu Yanran had just come to Youzhou City and had been left out by Qin Yuan for five whole days.

"Whatever you want to do next, I will obey you." Qin Yuan wrapped her nose and gently wiped the corners of her mouth with a handkerchief. His movements were very gentle.

Chu Qingluan pondered for a moment, and the tenderness in her eyes faded away, and she became more decisive.

"Leaving her hanging for five days is enough."

"You've been bullying me for so long, it's time to set things right..."

Hearing this, Qin Yuan knew that she was about to close the net. He lowered his head and placed a gentle and solemn kiss on her smooth forehead.

"Okay! No matter what anyone wants to do, your husband will fully support it."

Feeling his complete support, Chu Qingluan felt a warm current flowing through her heart.

She took the initiative to snuggle in his arms, her fingertips rubbing circles on his chest, "Right now... there is actually something that my husband needs to arrange first."

The word "husband" was light and soft, coupled with her unique and clear voice, like a small hook coated with honey, accurately scratching the tip of Qin Yuan's heart.

His breathing suddenly stopped, and a familiar warmth rushed up. His arms around her subconsciously tightened.

He locked her with a burning gaze, his Adam's apple rolled, and his voice became a little hoarse:

"Madam...call me again."

God knows how long he'd been waiting for this day. Just a name could instantly make him lose control of himself.

Chu Qingluan didn't expect him to react so strongly. She looked up and saw the all-too-familiar desire in his eyes, and her beautiful eyes widened slightly.

The scenes of indulgence in recent days flashed through my mind uncontrollably again, and the tips of my ears turned red again.

"First, let's talk business."

Qin Yuan was relentless. He gently lifted her chin, forcing her to look at him. His eyes were persistent, yet held a hint of dangerous temptation. "Call me first, otherwise... your husband has no heart to listen to any serious business. He only wants to... handle some 'private matters'."

He rubbed his fingertips against her soft lips, his voice hoarse.

In the end, Chu Qingluan was so annoyed by him that she had no choice but to call out weakly again.

But who knew that as soon as she finished speaking, her lips were blocked by the man again.

This kiss was different from the previous gentle and lingering one, but it was filled with a bit of uncontrollable excitement and passion.

After a long time, Qin Yuan managed to control himself. He leaned his forehead against hers, his breathing was unstable, but he smiled with satisfaction.

"That sounds really nice. Madam, you should call me that from now on."

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