Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Kiss
"Nong Nong's kindness is so precious that I naturally want to repay her wholeheartedly. However, it will take time to make it myself, and I can't bear to keep you waiting, so I found this jade bracelet to express my gratitude. I wanted to give it to you solemnly after I finished making it myself. Blame me for being inconsiderate and causing Nongnong sadness..."
"Don't cry, huh?"
He looked at her like this, speaking softly and coaxing her gently, and the cool and refreshing fragrance of his body wrapped around her all over. Lan Nongnong felt her head was confused and numb, and her heartbeat was as loud as thunder roaring in her ears.
She held the jade bracelet tightly, and only remembered to hold her breath, afraid that he would hear her and show her fear. She stared at him blankly with her eyes wide open, her lips and tongue seemed to be useless, and she didn't even remember to speak.
When the suffocating feeling from holding her breath for so long came over her, she suddenly took a long breath, and her chaotic mind became clear. Her eyelashes trembled several times, and she looked up.
He had stood up straight, with his hands behind his back, standing in the candlelight. He was tall and straight, like a pine tree, with gentle and deep eyes, looking at her with a smile.
It was late at night and everyone was asleep. The two of them looked at each other silently. The air seemed to become thinner, oppressing them so much that their breathing stagnated, their hearts beat rapidly, their mouths became dry, and even their palms felt slightly hot.
Even though they were already dating, often dating, and were naturally intimate when they were together, Lan Nongnong was still bewitched by his casual charm.
The slender neck moved, the red lips pursed, and the pupils that sparkled in the night suddenly tightened, like a young animal locking onto its prey, ready to go, about to embark on its first hunt.
The next moment, she suddenly stepped forward, grabbed his upper arm, stood on tiptoe and exerted force suddenly. When she raised her face, her cheek brushed against his well-defined jaw. With her eyes closed, her lips rushed straight towards the lips that still had a smile on them.
"Hmm,"
The voice was naturally Lan Nongnong's. This was her first kiss. It was both impulsive and nervous. She had no experience and naturally couldn't control the strength. The moment their lips touched, it was like an electric shock and numbness, making her tremble all over.
She didn't have time to savor the kiss, the sharp pain of her teeth hitting her lips immediately brought her back to her senses from her sudden boldness.
The belated shame flooded her cheeks, and she hurriedly opened her eyes, only to meet his drooping brows. The obscure look in the shadows was so unfamiliar that her heart trembled. Their slightly parted lips still retained the warmth of each other, and the hands that were holding his arms instinctively began to shrink back.
After a moment of surprise, Qin Jingyao tightened his arms, completely locking the girl's soft body in his arms, and pressing the back of her head with irresistible force.
When he lowered his head, his hot breath rolled over her trembling lips, turning the immature touch into a conquest.
The rubbing of skin against skin creates a greasy touch, and strands of sweet fragrance penetrate into the nose, lingering around, gradually seeping into every part of the body. As the body temperature rises, the breath becomes increasingly hot.
His long, straight black eyelashes drooped like an eagle folding its wings, deep and sharp. His half-closed pupils seemed to be looking at her through the abyss. The bold and passionate woman was trapped in his arms, without any intention of struggling or dodging. She obediently and ignorantly let him do whatever he wanted, silently nourishing the wild desire of the plunderer.
Darkness surged in his eyes, and the burning warmth of his palms burned through the fabric of her clothes onto her waist. His Adam's apple rolled heavily, but he restrained himself and only touched her lips lightly, tasting them briefly.
After a moment, he suddenly withdrew, bringing with him a gust of cool air as he released his grip.
Lan Nongnong was in a trance, as if she was in a furnace. When the burning gravity on her lips disappeared and her neck and waist relaxed, she seemed to come alive.
First she pursed her lips to moisten them, then she bit her lower lip with her white teeth, pressing out a pinkish white, and then her lips became red and tender.
"Ahem, well, it's getting late. This is my first kiss. Well, I'm very happy today. I like it very much. I hope you like it too."
She was at a loss, and had lost all her usual cunning. She had long forgotten her previous questioning, and she stumbled over what she said. Her rosy eyes glanced at him quickly in panic and shyness.
She hurriedly opened the purse at her waist to take out the key, but her fingers were shaking. Just a simple knot made her nose sweat. After finally opening it and taking out the key, she turned around and was about to unlock the door and go in.
The beauty was shy and helpless, which was indeed pleasing to the eye, but it was already late at night. Qin Jingyao was afraid that she would get hurt at night, so he quickly grasped her arm, raised his hand to take down the lotus rabbit lantern, took the key from her hand, and steadily unlocked the door.
Tongze, who had been waiting quietly not far away, had his hands full. He bowed to the two of them and walked into the courtyard. After a while, the candlelight in the courtyard lit up, and he walked out empty-handed and quickly returned to his original place.
Only then did Qin Jingyao hand her the lantern, a smile in his eyes, and whispered, "Nong Nong and I are in tune with each other, and we are both very happy. You've been tired today, so you should rest early. Someone will bring you food and snacks tomorrow, but I'm busy with worldly affairs and can't accompany you. If Nong Nong needs anything, just send someone to find me."
After saying this, he gently nudged her elbow and raised his chin slightly.
"Come in."
Lan Nongnong's cheeks were burning hot. She followed his force and stepped into the courtyard. After entering the gate, she stopped and looked back. She saw him standing outside the threshold, smiling at her. She felt sweet and reluctant to leave.
The desire to be held in his arms and snuggled up intimately came quickly and violently. She turned on her toes, her heels were already raised, and she clenched her palms tightly to restrain the urge to pounce on him.
"Well...it's late at night, you should go back and rest. Then, I'm closing the door."
Lan Nongnong smiled and waved goodbye to him, but the deep reluctance in her eyes revealed her full thoughts.
Qin Jingyao stood facing the courtyard gate, smiling as he watched her figure gradually being blocked by the door, until the sound of the bolt closing. He stopped for a moment, then turned and left.
"call,"
The footsteps outside the door gradually faded away. Lan Nongnong resisted the urge to turn around and open the door to see. Her body, which had been frozen in place as if struck by acupuncture, suddenly relaxed. She lowered her head slightly, covered her cheeks with her hands, and shouted silently. She arched her feet and jumped as if she was on fire.
She kept thinking about the kiss she had just given her, and the scene of him hugging her and kissing her back reappeared in her mind. She also felt bad for not being strong-willed and being seduced by the male beauty.
She was glad that he had taken the initiative and not embarrassed her, and she was also happy that he had not been shocked by her boldness and treated her with contempt.
In short, her heart was beating fast and her mind was full of random thoughts. She got into bed, still holding the pink bracelet on her wrist and smiling sweetly. It was not until the fourth watch rang that the candlelight in the room suddenly went out.
*
Qin Jingyao returned to the villa. The moon was already at its zenith, but he walked straight to the brightly lit pavilion in the center of the lake.
"Looking at Brother Gu Yan's expression, I think he must be very satisfied with today's dragon boat race."
When Lu Tingwen knew he was coming back, he stood up and went down the steps to greet him. When he came closer, he smiled and said something jokingly, then waved his right arm, took a half step forward and walked into the pavilion with him.
Qin Jingyao lifted his robe and sat down, as if he had thought of something. He curled his lips slightly, but smiled without saying anything.
It is said that heroes are often vulnerable to being around soft fingers, and this statement is indeed true.
In the court, Qin Jingyao's reputation was more bad than good. Some people secretly accused him of abusing his power and being evil, some secretly accused him of being cruel and ruthless, but no one accused him of being greedy and lustful.
But now he was seen condescending himself to be among the common people, taking good care of the woman, and even staying with her until late at night. In this situation, I think the woman must be very pleased with him.
If today's incident were to be reported back to Longshuo, I'm afraid it would shock countless people and break countless hearts.
Lu Tingwen is a true gentleman. Although it is a pity that he could not see the whole face of the woman, he only sighed a little and had no intention of exploring.
The attendants filed in, setting out the delicacies in jade platters. Finally, they presented a glazed wine pot in the shape of a fairy stepping on clouds, then retreated, breath held, and withdrew.
Lu Tingwen picked up the wine pot, lifted his sleeve with one hand and poured for the two men one after another. Suddenly he looked up at the moon, raised his arms with both hands and stretched forward, laughing loudly, "Tonight the moon is as bright as water, fine wine and delicious food, I should drink with Brother Gu Yan, please."
Qin Jingyao also raised his cup with both hands, and the two cups were three inches apart, just enough for a ray of moonlight to flow in between.
"That's what I wish, please."
The two had been friends for many years, and they spoke freely and happily. After three rounds of drinks, Qin Jingyao put down his cup and placed his hands on the table, which meant that he had stopped talking.
Lu Tingwen also put down his empty cup, and Tongze asked people to clear away the dishes and serve tea. He ordered the servants in the other courtyard to leave, and only he and the guards stayed to wait for orders.
*
The gong sounds at the third watch had not yet ceased, and in several mansions, secret letters were still curled up and charred in copper basins, and shadows were already passing through the eaves like ghosts. By the time the fifth watch drum sounded, the plots brewing behind the brocade curtains had become ironclad evidence for the imminent execution.
The incident unfolded with such swiftness that it caught everyone off guard. Like a thunderbolt, several men were apprehended and imprisoned while still in their dreams. Within three days, the case was heard, the signatures were signed, the verdict was finalized, and the punishment was severe according to the law. Before any appeals could be made, the rebels' blood had already seeped into the blue bricks of the execution ground, and the dust had settled.
Five days later, a golden-eyed falcon flew over the imperial city and delivered the secret decree to the east courtyard of the city.
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