When Xie Changling returned, there was no sound outside the door. They could be seen kneeling properly in the courtyard, their posture upright, not daring to be careless in the slightest.
"Husband?" At this moment, Song Lingxi looked at him with eyes full of admiration, her starry eyes blinking, which was so cute that it almost melted Xie Changling's heart.
"Why haven't you eaten yet? You've been waiting for your husband."
Xie Changling took Song Lingxi's small hand in his, and felt that it was slightly cool. He realized that she had probably been watching him from outside the door and her hand had been chilled by the wind.
"I am waiting for my husband, he is just as vigorous as ever."
Song Lingxi's almond-shaped eyes sparkled like the finest glass beads, shining brightly even in the dim candlelight, like the brightest star in the night sky.
"Oh, was it as vigorous as your husband was last night?"
Xie Changling seemed to have some strange switch flipped, wanting to be with Song Lingxi all the time. Now, seeing his little wife praising him like this, he suddenly felt a little smug.
"You're being irresponsible, it's almost time for dinner."
Song Lingxi turned her face away shyly, looking timid and delicate, but she didn't refute him in the end, instead changing the subject.
"Okay~" Xie Changling's voice was already somewhat swaying, with the last syllable rising, making a seductive gesture.
"My husband, having a husband is my greatest fortune."
Song Lingxi poured Xie Changling a cup of hot tea, holding it with both hands, her eyes filled with longing and a hint of tears, and handed the tea to Xie Changling.
Song Lingxi is actually very simple, and she doesn't have any complicated thoughts in her mind. Even though her stepmother secretly mistreated her in the Song family, she never resented or hated her.
But what Song Lingxi could not tolerate was that the evildoers did not receive the punishment they deserved.
Just like in his previous life, Song Lingyu treated human life as worthless, causing countless women to suffer undeserved torment. How despicable!
But how can one be satisfied with just a moment of pain, like being attacked by a large army and having the city gates breached, only to be kissed on the neck by a drawn sword?
As Song Lingxi pondered, a mist gradually settled in her eyes, obscuring her expression. Yet, the aura emanating from her made Xie Changling feel a pang of heartache.
"Could it be that you're thinking about the suffering you endured in your boudoir again?" Xie Changling patted her head, his large hand carrying a soothing meaning, which gradually calmed Song Lingxi's heart.
"My husband, I am fine. I feel that having you by my side is my greatest honor. Therefore, my husband must live well."
Song Lingxi knew that there was very little she could do, whether it was about Emperor Xiao Jin or Xiao Heng who had not yet ascended the throne; she could only accomplish these things through Xie Changling.
Besides, she knew that her husband was a very good person. In this world, demons and monsters roam freely, and there are monsters in human skin everywhere. Shouldn't good people live long lives?
Xie Changling was deeply moved upon hearing this. He knew that his wife truly loved him, and that they were a harmonious couple who would have children together in the future.
The thought of having several little ones clinging to his legs and calling him "Daddy" filled Xie Changling with warmth, and his gaze softened even more.
"Ahem, I know. Let's eat first, otherwise what will become of my Xi'er if she goes hungry?"
Xie Changling's ears turned slightly red. He had always been the one to directly express his feelings. Although he had hoped that Song Lingxi would respond, he was still a little embarrassed when he actually received her heartfelt confession.
The couple were very affectionate, one serving food to the other and wiping the corners of his mouth. They looked at each other, their relationship sweet and warm.
After dinner, Song Lingxi had her beaded jewelry removed by her maid Huixin. Huixin then helped her wash and dress, removing her daytime finery and leaving her in only a thin nightgown.
"Step back. Tell those kneeling in the courtyard that they don't need to do anything tomorrow, just continue kneeling for now."
Song Lingxi didn't want them to serve her at all, and didn't even want to look at them. Since they liked to slack off, she might as well continue kneeling for another two hours.
"Yes, I understand, I'm just worried about those who won't obey..."
Huixin was, after all, just a young maidservant, and not old enough to control some cunning old women. Her concerns were not unfounded.
"When the time comes, find Steward Liu. Don't bother Madam and Young Madam with these trivial matters."
Xie Changling's voice came through the screen, his tone somewhat displeased. He was clearly dissatisfied with the maids and servants, and didn't want these petty people to cause trouble and upset Song Lingxi.
Out of the corner of her eye, Song Lingxi vaguely saw Xie Changling's tall figure approaching her from the hem of his robe. Song Lingxi's face unconsciously flushed slightly, and she waved the servants away.
"When did you arrive, my husband? You came so quietly, you startled me."
Song Lingxi turned around and looked up at Xie Changling. Her cherry-red lips opened and closed, so beautiful and tempting that Xie Changling's mouth went dry just by looking at them.
Xie Changling leaned down and kissed her directly, his gaze burning with unbearable heat and a hint of predation, kissing his little wife until she was almost breathless.
"Go, go to the bed." Song Lingxi finally had a chance to catch her breath, and her soft, sweet voice rang in Xie Changling's ears, but unexpectedly, this only aroused him more.
Xie Changling's eyes were red, and his voice was hoarse. He pressed Song Lingxi down on the chair and showered her with kisses like raindrops.
"Don't...here..." Song Lingxi inadvertently caught a glimpse of herself in the bronze mirror. Her face was as beautiful as a peach blossom, her eyebrows and eyes were full of spring, and the tenderness in her eyes was so intoxicating that it could drip water.
This is absolutely appalling!
Song Lingxi felt a fire rise from her heart, burning her inside and out, leaving her skin glowing pink.
"Is Xi'er shy?"
Xie Changling, however, refused to let her go. Such a beautiful woman lay in his arms, the red veil on her body adding a touch of hazy beauty that aroused curiosity.
"Xi'er, open your eyes and take a good look at your husband. Don't be so nervous and shy."
Xie Changling looked at the girl in his arms, whose eyes were already tightly closed, and his heart was burning with desire. He just wanted to coax her to see this scene properly.
"My lord, please spare me..."
Song Lingxi had never seen anything like this before. The usually upright and refined Young Master Xie was actually so dissolute and unrestrained in private. She was so ashamed to have witnessed it with her own eyes!
"My husband~"
Song Lingxi's fair and delicate hands gripped Xie Changling's clothes tightly, but perhaps she overdid it and accidentally tore them off, revealing his muscular chest.
This actually helped Xie Changling a lot. He had always found his wide robes and sleeves a bit cumbersome, but now that they were all off, it made things much easier for him. His tone was somewhat teasing.
"Xi'er, you can't wait any longer? Then your husband will have to grant your wish!"
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