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But how to stop it?

Chu Yin really didn't want to tell Lu Jingzhuo the real reason.

It's too late to pretend to be asleep now.

She heard footsteps just now and opened her eyes subconsciously, just in time to meet his gaze.

Chu Yin had no choice but to sit up and greet him: "Your Highness, have you finished reading the book you wanted to read tonight?"

Of course he hadn't finished reading it. He was just sitting in the study, and Chu Yin kept appearing in his mind, making it impossible to concentrate.

This had never happened before, and he suspected it was because of the ointment in his sleeve.

He had expected Chu Yin to feel sore all over, but when she came back, Chu Yin didn't look tired at all.

Is that wrong?

He doesn't believe it.

He has been learning horse riding since he was young, so he knows it very well. He also understands Chu Yin's body. If she is really healthy to this extent, he doesn't have to be restrained every time they have sex!

It's obvious that Chu Yin is pretending.

He returned to the main hall.

It was only the You hour and Chu Yin was already resting.

The evidence is strong.

Lu Jingzhuo sat down beside the bed: "Why do you go to bed so early?"

Caught off guard.

Chu Yin was stunned for a moment, then she covered her lips with her hands and yawned: "I don't know why, I suddenly feel sleepy... maybe it's because I was exposed to the sun for too long at the racecourse today."

Compared to riding a horse, sunbathing is a big deal?

Lu Jingzhuo really didn't know why she had to endure it.

The last time she had her period, she knew to tell him that it "hurt a lot." Practicing horse riding would never be easier than having her period.

"Isn't it because of the pain?"

"...No," Chu Yin denied stubbornly, "Yu Sizhang taught me very well, how could it hurt? I was just exposed to the sun for too long. The sun in August is quite strong, and I might have caught a bit of heatstroke."

Lu Jingzhuo almost laughed out of anger.

What on earth was she talking about? Why did she insist on pretending that she wasn't hurt? She even inexplicably praised Yu Sizhang...

He suddenly reached out and pulled her into his arms.

Her back suddenly pressed against the man's broad chest. Chu Yin's eyes widened and she felt anxious. Was he really going to have sex with her?

What to do?

What excuse?

Not in the mood, or don't want to move?

But she had cooperated with him without complaint during the dog days of summer. Would he believe her if she said she was not in the mood for no reason? As for not wanting to move, it was actually him who moved, and she had nothing to do with it.

She was daydreaming, but Lu Jingzhuo was clear about his purpose. He put his palm directly between her legs and pressed lightly with his thumb at the base of her legs.

Chu Yin cried out "Ah".

The sound reaches the bedroom.

After the sound, there was silence.

Chu Yin's cheeks gradually turned red.

It’s over, the filling is exposed.

Now there is no way to justify the lie.

But why did Lu Jingzhuo do this? Chu Yin was confused. He didn't teach her how to ride a horse, so why did he care whether she felt pain or not? Could it be that... she thought to herself, could it be that he really likes her a little, so he is so considerate?

She turned her head to look at Lu Jingzhuo.

The man looked calm and asked, "Do you want to continue pretending?"

This expression doesn't seem like he likes her, it's like he's just looking for the truth.

Chu Yin's lie had been exposed, and she whispered, "It does hurt a little, but it's my first time after all, so this is normal, right?"

It is normal, what is abnormal is that she does not admit it.

Lu Jingzhuo took out the ointment from his sleeve: "It will feel better if you apply it."

Chu Yin stared at the ointment in a daze, hardly able to believe her eyes.

"You want to give me ointment?"

That's why I have to confirm her situation.

Lu Jingzhuo didn't think it was a big deal: "You should have prepared this medicine when you learn horse riding."

His expression remained unchanged, but Chu Yin's heart was filled with joy.

He had shown no interest in her riding before, nor had he asked anything, but it turned out that he was concerned about her physical discomfort and would prepare ointment for her.

Whether I like her or not, I always care about her.

Chu Yin really wanted to rush up and kiss him.

But he still held back and just smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Highness."

There was no need for husband and wife to thank each other for this. Lu Jingzhuo said, "You try it."

Chu Yin hummed, lowered her head and opened the porcelain cover.

The ointment smelled a bit pungent, but the color was very pretty, somewhat like hibiscus ointment, jade-colored. She took a little and rubbed it slowly on her forearm.

The cool feeling is really comfortable.

This action is like putting rouge on your face, which is completely wrong.

Lu Jingzhuo suggested: "You need to put in some effort."

"How do I use force?" Chu Yin didn't know how.

She was born into a wealthy family and it was her first time riding a horse, so how could she know these things?

It’s better to do it yourself than to teach her.

He leaned forward and placed his palm on her forearm, with the force several times greater than she had just used.

After only two rubs, Chu Yin began to groan: "It hurts..." While saying this, she tried to hide her arm.

"The medicine has to be rubbed in so that it can be absorbed easily," Lu Jingzhuo looked at her trembling eyelashes, "I'll be a little gentler, just bear with it, you will feel better tomorrow." He pulled her arm back again.

Chu Yin asked, "Won't it be better if you just lie down?"

"With your condition, it will take at least five or six days," Lu Jingzhuo raised his eyebrows slightly, "I'm afraid Yu Sizhang doesn't understand you."

"Just take a ride next time."

It made sense, but since he knew her, why didn't he teach her at the beginning? Chu Yin said, "It was me who didn't tell Yu Sizhang. I tried to be strong in front of her. Yu Sizhang was still a good person."

Lu Jingzhuo's eyes moved, but he didn't answer.

After a while, he said, "Take off your clothes."

Chu Yin then realized that the most painful parts were the base of her legs and buttocks.

Her whole face turned red.

So embarrassing!

But if I refuse, will there be another chance for His Royal Highness to do this next time?

Besides, they are husband and wife, and they have had sex so many times, there is no need to hide it, right? After Chu Yin convinced herself, she slowly took off her clothes.

The lamp on the table beside the bed was still on, illuminating her skin which looked as white as snow.

Lu Jingzhuo had seen this before. He didn't think much of it at first. He just covered her with his palm. There was a thin layer of ointment between her and her delicate skin, which was smooth and soft. Coupled with her occasional moans, it undoubtedly became torture.

The man's eyes became darker and darker, veins on the back of his hands were faintly bulging, and his breathing became slightly disordered.

But Chu Yin didn't notice.

She couldn't describe how she felt.

It was shy, comfortable, and painful. In short, it was a mixture of various emotions.

She closed her eyes and hummed, completely unaware of how many thoughts were running through her husband's mind.

It seemed like a long time had passed and it was not over yet. Chu Yin's skin was all hot. She couldn't help but ask, "How long will it take, Your Highness?"

Lu Jingzhuo's Adam's apple moved, and his voice became hoarse: "It's almost there."

For the first time in his life, he had such a profound understanding of what it meant to ask for trouble.

But Chu Yin can't have sex now.

He could only suppress the surging desire.

When half of the ointment in the porcelain box was used up, he withdrew his hand.

The palms feel like charcoal and the forehead is damp.

Chu Yin was rubbed until she was exhausted. She reluctantly stretched out her hands to pull the quilt over her body and said, "Thank you for your hard work, Your Highness... But will you really be fine tomorrow?"

"Yeah." He said only one word and got out of bed.

The cool evening breeze instantly dries the sweat on my face, but it can’t blow away the heat in my heart.

He stood there for a moment, then went to the study again to find some farm books to read.

Since none of his attendants were around, people thought the prince went back to his bedroom to rest, but who would have expected him to show up again.

As for the palace maids on night duty, it was even stranger.

They had clearly heard the Crown Princess' voice from inside the room just now, and they were all waiting for water. However, the Crown Prince did not call for water, and walked out with his clothes intact. Not only that, he even went to the study. They were completely confused.

Chu Yin had a good sleep that night.

When I woke up in the morning, I felt much more comfortable.

This ointment is so effective, no wonder Lu Jingzhuo gave it to me.

Chu Yin thought of his behavior yesterday, and the corners of her mouth curled up unconsciously.

Two maids came to help her dress.

She was thinking about how to reciprocate.

By the way, the painting that was framed last time can be hung in the study.

He exaggerated the paintings.

After Chu Yin finished her breakfast, she asked Xiaodou to hang the "Lingquan Picture" on the east wall.

When she was leaving, she saw the empty plum vase, which had been filled with flowers in the afternoon and placed on the sandalwood flower table near the west window.

When Lu Jingzhuo came into the study in the evening, he noticed it immediately.

In the painting, hibiscus flowers bloom beside a spring, their stamens coated with gold powder, twinkling in the night like broken stars.

In the bottle, there is a rich scent of silver osmanthus, jasmine and purple chrysanthemum.

Chu Yin was still unable to have sex, so it was definitely not for seduction, but to thank him for the ointment.

The corners of his lips curled up slightly.

However, it was said that Princess Baocheng had obtained a relic, and that day she invited Lu Jingchen and his wife to have dinner at Sanyuanlou.

Her husband and eldest son were both in the government office, so she took her second son Jiang Min and Jiang Yuyuan with her.

"The chef of Sanyuanlou is from Minzhou. Although his cooking skills are good, none of them are good at Minzhou cuisine. It's good to try something new."

Lu Jingchen looked around the elegant room at its magnificent furnishings and said, "I'm sorry, auntie, for spending so much money."

Princess Baocheng smiled and ordered the waiter to pour tea: "Jingchen, you have done me a great favor. What's a meal like that? Don't be polite to me." She turned her head and ordered the waiter, "Bring your best wine."

The waiter nodded and said, "Yes, Your Highness, I will go right away."

The meals were served one after another.

Jiang Min was young and didn't talk much, he just focused on eating. Jiang Yuyuan hadn't left the room yet, and she had no interest in Lu Jingchen and his wife, so she seldom spoke either. The other three talked and laughed non-stop.

On the way, Lu Jingchen went out on the pretext of going to the toilet.

When he came back, there was a young man by his side.

"Aunt, I met Yongzhi last year because of a calligraphy and painting. What a coincidence that he is also in Sanyuanlou. I heard that you were there, so I wanted to come and visit you."

The young man had a handsome face and a pair of extremely charming peach blossom eyes. Princess Baocheng looked him up and down and knew what Lu Jingchen was thinking. It was probably because he mentioned Jiang Yuyuan's lifelong event during the last Mid-Autumn Festival, and this nephew wanted to show his courtesy and act as a matchmaker.

"What's your name?" Princess Baocheng asked.

The young man bowed and said, "Your Highness, my name is Shi Yu, and my father works in the Ministry of Personnel. Your Highness must have heard of the Shi family in Huazhou."

Oh, it was a prominent family in the past, but it has declined in recent years. Princess Baocheng gave Lu Jingchen face, smiled and said, "Please sit down." She told the maid to find the waiter to add a pair of bowls and chopsticks, and wine cups.

Shi Yu was overjoyed, but did not sit down. Instead, he looked at Jiang Min and Jiang Yuyuan.

Lu Jingchen hurriedly introduced: "Yongzhi, this is my second cousin Jiang Min, and this is my cousin, Miss Jiang."

Shi Yu was very elegant and bowed, saying, "I have met Mr. Jiang and Miss Jiang."

He not only had a good appearance, but also a pleasant voice. Princess Baocheng asked, "Have you ever participated in the imperial examination?"

"I just passed the imperial examination last year and will take part in the spring imperial examination next year."

It's still a good host. Princess Baocheng ordered the maid: "Pour wine for Mr. Shi."

Obviously, she was interested, so Tang Feiyan said to Jiang Yuyuan, "Mr. Shi likes to play the piano, and his skills are first-rate. Yuyuan, you are proficient in piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, and you have similar interests with Mr. Shi."

Jiang Yuyuan, however, hated the couple.

She had clearly said that she didn't want to get married, but in order to please her aunt, they secretly found a young man to meet her.

What kind of treatment is this? Can it compare to Lu Jingzhuo?

Jiang Yuyuan lowered her eyes and said, "I am not good at playing the piano, but I am OK at other things."

With her eyebrows lowered and her eyes lowered, not knowing whether what she said was true or not, Tang Feiyan smiled and said, "If you are not good at it, you can ask Master Shi for advice. Isn't that just right?"

Shi Yu said hurriedly, "Miss Jiang is a woman of great virtue and kindness. I'm sure she is being humble. How dare I give you advice? It's my great honor to have a few words with her."

Jiang Yuyuan blushed and said nothing.

Princess Baocheng certainly would not force her niece, but Shi Yu's appearance, talent and other conditions were no worse than Chu Ge's. If there was any difference, it was only in family background. But the Chu family had been in a period of transition before, and if there had not been a crown princess, it would have been difficult for Old Master Chu alone to save the situation.

"Mr. Shi, since we are talking about zither skills, can you play the Guangling Qu?"

"Yes, it's a pity there is no zither here, otherwise I would be willing to serve the princess."

The two of them had a very pleasant conversation.

On the way back, Tang Feiyan held Lu Jingchen's arm and said, "This Mr. Shi is really good at coaxing people, but it's a pity that he coaxed my aunt. I think Jiang Yuyuan is not shaken at all."

"Is it because you are shy?"

"She doesn't look shy..." Tang Feiyan pondered, "She doesn't really have high standards, does she? Oh, she doesn't even consider her background. She's just staying at the Xuan Ning Marquis's mansion, but she really thinks she's her aunt's biological daughter!"

She absolutely did not believe that Jiang Yuyuan did not marry out of filial piety.

"Let's wait a little longer. As long as Auntie approves of Shi Yu and lets him meet Miss Jiang more often, maybe it will work."

Princess Baocheng did have a good impression of Shi Yu, and she also gave Jiang Yuyuan some advice on the way.

Jiang Yuyuan was quite upset, so she told her cousin about it when he came back in the evening.

"Cousin, do you have any idea?"

The young man that Lu Jingchen found is quite capable. If she refuses him again, she wonders if her aunt will be angry.

Jiang Xian glanced at her and said, "You can't eat hot tofu in a hurry. Even being a concubine is not that easy."

"Who asked the Jin prince and his wife to meddle in other people's affairs? I am really afraid of offending my aunt."

Jiang Xian groaned: "I'm really anxious. I can only give it a try during the Double Ninth Festival."

"Double Ninth Festival?"

"Well, if I can persuade Shanhui to let His Majesty go up the mountain... then His Majesty will definitely bring the Crown Prince, Prince Jin and others with him, so we should be able to find an opportunity." Jiang Xian stared at Jiang Yuyuan, "But that will inevitably involve taking risks, don't you regret it?"

"Don't regret it. The winner is the king and the loser is the enemy. You have to give it a try."

Jiang Xian nodded: "Okay, then you should also try to persuade him."

"good."

After Chu Yin recovered, he continued to learn horse riding.

But this time she did not hide it, and told Yu Sizhang frankly: "I learned horse riding because I was not healthy enough. I practiced martial arts before, and of course, I am still practicing now, but there are still some shortcomings. But I was eager to achieve success and took some risks."

No wonder she seemed to be struggling that day. Yu Sizhang asked with concern, "Are you feeling unwell now?"

"I've taken the medicine, and it's gone now."

The Crown Princess was very determined. She continued to study even though she had to use medicine. Yu Sizhang had more respect for her: "With your persistence, you will definitely succeed. Just proceed step by step."

"Well, let's get started."

Because he understood Chu Yin's condition better, Yu Sizhang was more careful and considerate in his teaching. Chu Yin did not suffer from back or leg pain after finishing her lesson that day.

She is very happy.

When she saw Lu Jingzhuo, she took the initiative to tell him: "It doesn't hurt this time."

That’s a good thing, Lu Jingzhuo nodded.

"I can already ride by myself, but I don't dare to ride too fast. I heard that Chixia can travel a thousand miles a day. I really don't know what it feels like to ride very fast." She was a little yearning.

He didn't say anything, but the image of Chu Yin wearing a riding suit appeared in his mind.

He had never seen her ride a horse.

The next day, Lu Jingzhuo told the lecturer to stop the lecture at 3 p.m. in the afternoon as he was going to practice horse riding.

There is nothing wrong with this.

The master had always been like this before, but he stopped for a while during the hot summer.

Dong Ling immediately went to arrange the riding.

This time, Chu Yin was wearing a cloud-blue riding suit with bamboo embroidery.

Unlike the bright orange color last time, this one is light and elegant, like a valley orchid, forming a sharp contrast with the red clouds beneath her.

Lu Jingzhuo stared for a while and rode over.

When the eunuchs in the room saw the prince, they all knelt down and saluted.

Chu Yin didn't know it at first, until Yu Sizhang also bowed, she noticed Lu Jingzhuo.

After getting off the horse, she bowed slightly and said, "Your Highness is here to practice as well?"

"Yeah." His eyes fell on her bun.

Her hair was done in a very simple style, just a single bun, and she wore no jewelry, but it only highlighted the delicacy of her facial features.

Maybe it’s because of riding a horse for a while, her cheeks and lips are very bright.

When he was looking at Chu Yin, Chu Yin was looking at his Zhao Yebai.

He was indeed tall and handsome, with fur as white as snow. She admired him for a while and praised, "Your Highness's mount suits you very well, both of them are the most beautiful in the world." Lu Jingzhuo was wearing a silver-white riding suit, a jade crown, and a pair of white boots, like the snow on the top of the cliff, cold and beautiful, and really matched with Zhao Yebai.

If she had a pen in her hand, she would really like to draw it.

It was a rare sight to see her saying sweet words and smiling, and Lu Jingzhuo had an illusion that she was about to come up to him and act coquettishly.

As a result, Chu Yin said the next sentence: "I will not delay your practice," and called Yu Sizhang, "You continue to teach me."

The two walked away side by side.

Lu Jingzhuo: “…”

It doesn't matter if she doesn't act coquettishly anymore, after all, she has changed.

But he originally thought that Chu Yin would at least ask her a few questions when she saw her, but who would have thought that she didn't ask a single question.

So why did she pester him to teach her before?

Lu Jingzhuo: I shouldn’t have come…