It's time to light the lamps.
Jiang Huaiyu returned to her room, but a strange tension welled up inside her.
Last night, they didn't consummate their marriage; who knows tonight...
She loosened her hair and sat on the edge of the bed, her mind in turmoil. Just then, Bai Yujing suddenly pushed open the door and entered. His steps were firm and composed. He walked straight to her side, sat down, and then naturally took her hand.
"I've kept my wife waiting." His voice was deep and gentle, carrying an undisguised tenderness.
A faint blush rose on Jiang Huaiyu's cheeks, but she did not try to break free, letting him hold her hand tightly.
"My husband studies diligently, and it is my duty to wait on you."
Bai Yujing gently raised the corners of his mouth, and in the dim candlelight, his already handsome features appeared even more dazzling.
Jiang Huaiyu couldn't help but fall into a daze.
With such a charming and elegant husband, it's no wonder that in her past life, Jiang Shuqin devoted herself to him without reservation, and Xie Wenyin was also deeply in love with him.
Even I find this face incredibly charming; to be able to admire it every day would be the greatest blessing.
As she thought this, Bai Yujing was gazing at her with deep affection.
A moment later, he gently picked up a strand of her hair and whispered, "My wife is as beautiful as a flower, with eyes full of spring. I am also moved by her beauty. It is my great fortune to be able to marry you."
From childhood to adulthood, Jiang Huaiyu had heard countless words of praise.
After all, if she hadn't been so beautiful, she wouldn't have been chosen by the Marquis's mansion to become the Crown Prince's wife. They hoped that she could use her beauty to influence the Crown Prince and change his temperament.
However, this was the first time she had heard her husband praise her personally. She felt both shy and happy, and her face instantly became as beautiful and charming as a blooming peach blossom.
The candlelight flickered, and his beloved wife gently accompanied him.
In the dim candlelight, Bai Yujing's eyes were deep and burning, the sparks of emotion no longer able to be suppressed. He slowly rose and gently blew out the flickering candlelight.
"My dear wife, you must be tired from yesterday's work. Let's rest early tonight."
Before Jiang Huaiyu could adjust to the sudden darkness, she felt a strong hand gently pull her closer, and she nestled into a solid chest.
Immediately, Bai Yujing's warm, moist lips gently pressed against hers, initially exploring cautiously, then gradually becoming bolder, until she was completely captivated.
As the bed curtains gently fell, clothes slipped off one by one, filling the room with boundless springtime charm.
...
At dawn the next day, Jiang Huaiyu was still dreaming when she suddenly felt a slight movement beside her. She opened her eyes groggily and saw that Bai Yujing had already gotten up.
She tried to get up with him, but he gently pressed her down.
"It's still early, you can rest a bit longer. I'll go out and prepare a hearty breakfast for you."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Huaiyu quickly waved her hand to stop him, saying, "My husband doesn't need to spoil me like this. We don't have much money at home, and I'm not picky about food."
Bai Yujing gently raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a reassuring smile, "What you said yesterday, sister-in-law, was a bit of an exaggeration. Our family is not yet at the point of desperation."
Noticing the lingering doubt in her eyes, he gently added, "I'm not just buying breakfast for you, but for the whole family."
Jiang Huaiyu felt his meticulous care and couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"My husband, I will definitely find a way to make a living as soon as possible, so that you won't be torn between us and our family."
Bai Yujing held her hand tightly and said softly, "With such a virtuous wife as you, what more could I ask for?"
Last night, the two spent the night together, and their feelings for each other deepened. Jiang Huaiyu, her face full of shyness and sweetness, whispered, "My husband has always cherished and respected me, and has never let me suffer any grievances. I should do my part for this family."
The two looked at each other and smiled, their emotions flowing in the air. After a long while, Bai Yujing slowly turned and left.
Breakfast time.
When the family saw the breakfast Bai Yujing brought back, each person had a different expression on their face.
Bai Qi was the first to show displeasure, her gaze as sharp as a blade, coldly piercing Jiang Huaiyu.
"Ha, if we eat like this, how are we supposed to survive in this world?" Her words were full of dissatisfaction and sarcasm.
Xie Wenying's face showed obvious jealousy, and she said in a sour tone, "That's true, it's understandable that Cousin Yujing is considerate of Second Cousin's wife, but Second Cousin's wife is going too far. Since you entered the family, the family's finances have been stretched thin, but now you are indulging in such extravagance in food day after day. You really lack the wisdom to manage a household."
Bai Jinxiao worked as an accountant at a restaurant in the county town. He always had a good diet and never felt that he was lacking. Therefore, he had no objection to having a more substantial breakfast and remained silent.
Madam Yang, her face full of displeasure, said sarcastically, "Second sister-in-law, I should indeed be grateful for your great kindness in teaching my son Fengyun, but the eldest branch of the family has already paid a considerable sum in the betrothal gifts, so we are even. You come from a wealthy family and are a true young lady. I don't mind your extravagant eating habits, but I wonder how long we can maintain this lifestyle?"
These words were clearly an implication that she should become self-reliant as soon as possible.
Jiang Huaiyu gently put down her chopsticks and smiled to comfort everyone: "Please don't worry. I've heard that exquisitely crafted silk handkerchiefs can fetch a price of one tael of silver on the market. I'll start embroidering one during my free time today, and I expect to finish it within three days. If we persevere, we can definitely ensure that we live a worry-free life."
Everyone silently calculated in their hearts that if she could really do embroidery at this speed, she could earn ten taels of silver in just one month.
This amount actually exceeded Bai Jinxiao's salary as an accountant in a restaurant in the county town, with the difference being more than double!
Suddenly, silence fell over the surroundings, and no one made a sound.
Bai Yujing felt a pang of pity and gently placed a shumai into Jiang Huaiyu's bowl. "Embroidery is quite taxing on the eyes, my lady, please don't overwork yourself."
"Mm." Jiang Huaiyu nodded with a smile.
The couple's warm interaction might not seem unusual to outsiders, but Xie Wenyin's hands were clenched so tightly that her palms almost broke, and her eyes revealed her growing resentment and anger towards Jiang Huaiyu.
After breakfast, everyone dispersed.
Bai Jinxiao has returned from her vacation and, after handling her younger brother's wedding, will soon return to work at the restaurant.
There was a lot of farm work to be done in the fields, so after dinner, Yang and Xie Wenyin went to work in the fields together. Bai Qi stayed at home to take care of some household chores.
Bai Yujing was still engrossed in his studies in the study, while Jiang Huaiyu, remembering that Bai Yujing's forehead was covered in sweat when he returned from town that morning, brought him a basin of cool water to the study so that he could cool off.
Jiang Huaiyu gently wrung out the clean towel, and seeing her husband concentrating on writing, she quietly stood aside and waited patiently.
A moment later, Bai Yujing put down his pen, looked up, and saw his beloved wife waiting silently not far away.
Why won't my beloved wife sit down?
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