Chapter 28 Chapter 28 Touching his abdominal muscles
The night is quiet, the lake murmurs, and a pleasure boat drifts on the water, creating ripples wherever it passes. There is only this pleasure boat on the vast lake, its lights are bright, but it is cold and deserted. Light and shadows float, and the box on the second floor is full of beautiful scenery.
Pomegranate red silk ribbons were scattered by the window, and only the man's broad back could be seen. The petite and weak body was hidden in the man's arms. The girl's leg clothes were piled under her skirt, and her slender white legs were vaguely visible.
The young woman raised her arm, resting her head on the window of the pleasure boat, her hair untied in the man's embrace. Her neck was slender, and she tilted her head slightly, her expression strange, her almond-shaped eyes shimmering and hazy. She didn't seem to be leaning against the window to admire the night view. Sometimes she bit her lip, sometimes she moaned softly, lowering her head to bite the hand resting on the window to suppress the sob, but the faint sound of her charming moan could still be heard.
Her snow-white back pressed against the man's solid chest. Even through her inner clothes, she could feel the warmth of his skin. His arms were like a solid wall. Shu Yun was held tightly in his arms. Her weak legs were about to fall down, but Xiao Ye pushed with his knees and caught her steadily.
The cool breeze from the lake blew, and Shuyun's exposed snow-white skin trembled slightly. The man behind her hugged her tightly and lowered his head to find her lips. The two soft lips touched close together, and the lip balm was sweet.
The hand that was holding her waist was pulled back. Shu Yun was frightened and bit his lips in fear. She turned her face away to look at him, her red and swollen lips moving, and her voice was shy and embarrassed, "Not here."
Xiao Ye held her sideways waist and refused to allow her to move. "Sister, don't you like to cruise the lake and enjoy the scenery? There are no strangers tonight. You can watch as long as you want."
Xiao Ye sneered, his voice hoarse and low, and his anger could not be concealed under his lust, "It's because the people who were boating on the lake were not what my sister wanted to see."
Pinching her soft and fragrant cheeks with his long fingers, Xiao Ye lowered his head and kissed her, tasting the sweetness in her mouth and swallowing all the weak whimpers back into his stomach.
Shu Yun leaned softly against the window, her skirt slipped down, and her slender legs felt the cool breeze. She couldn't help but shrink and put her knees together. Xiao Ye didn't allow it. He put his palm across her knees and used his wet fingers to separate her knees.
Xiao Ye took advantage of the opportunity and became even more aggressive.
As the night deepened, the candlelight flickered in the pleasure boat. The girl held onto the window sill, her hair trembling as she was hugged by the man behind her. She bit the finger the man offered her, not daring to make a sound, but her sobs and moans could be faintly heard.
Clouds covered the moon, but were blown away by the wind, and the moonlight, like a silk thread, sprinkled on the lake.
Xiao Ye turned Shu Yun over, held her in his arms, and finally closed the window.
The window was a mess.
The girl lost her strength and fell limply on his shoulder, breathing heavily, sweat dripping down her slender legs.
Xiao Ye held her hips and walked slowly. Shu Yun had a strange expression on her face, feeling a little uncomfortable. Suddenly, he patted her hips. The man stopped and whispered hoarsely in her ear, "Relax, sister."
Shuyun's cheeks were hot. At this moment, the love poison suddenly broke out. An indescribable feeling came over her, as if thousands of ants were crawling and biting between her legs, making her feel itchy and gnawing at her bones.
Shu Yun tilted her head back, put her lips on his protruding Adam's apple and kissed him.
Xiao Ye's throat slid and he groaned hoarsely. The girl in his arms straightened her waist, put her arms around his neck, and moved her lips up along his Adam's apple, kissing his jaw and his lips.
Except when the love poison strikes, she never takes the initiative.
He was not a gentleman, so he took advantage of her misfortune and used despicable means to make her lose her status as the real daughter of the Marquis's Mansion. The mother and daughter became estranged, leaving her with no one to rely on in the mansion, forcing her to seek help from him, and then step by step ruined the marriage she had been longing for day and night.
Xiao Ye grabbed her by the back of the neck, looked at her blushing face so close to him, and ordered in a hoarse voice, "Call me."
Shuyun looked at him for a long time, then rubbed the tip of her nose against the man's tall nose, and pressed her soft, moist lips against his, mumbling, "Brother, Brother Ye."
Xiao Ye was satisfied. When their lips parted, he chased after her and responded to her kiss.
Help her get rid of the poison.
There was still some distance from the bed, so Xiao Ye held her and slowly walked closer.
The two of them hugged each other, feeling closer than they had been the last few times.
Their bodies seemed to lose weight and they both fell into the bed curtains.
With a warm and soft beauty in his arms, he only sighed that the night was not long enough. Xiao Ye liked looking at her, and he also liked her clinging to him. They were the perfect couple.
Xiao Ye lifted her slender waist with his big hands and placed it on the stacked bedding. Her bones were soft and her fingers rested weakly on his waist, feeling a pair of tight abdominal muscles.
Shu Yun felt the distinct abdominal muscles, which seemed to have eight of them. The tears in her eyes had not yet dried. She looked up at him pitifully, her voice soft and sticky, "Here, is it okay?"
The wet slender fingers wandered between the man's abdominal muscles, one, two, tight and hard. Shuyun hugged him and moved her body close to him.
Xiao Ye stroked her cheek with his long fingers and lifted her small chin. "If you want it, come and get it yourself, sister."
Shuyun bit her lip, feeling wronged, she didn't want to.
The girl rested her knees on the mattress, spread out on both sides, the ends of her hair falling on her snow-white shoulders brushed across her collarbone, two kiss marks appeared from time to time, and her slender waist slanted down slowly.
Finally, she was out of strength and fell on the man's chest, closing her eyes and breathing.
Xiao Ye raised his eyebrows slightly and patted her slender waist, "You are not allowed to sleep if you don't come out."
Shu Yun didn't move and stayed on him. After a while of stalemate, Xiao Ye chuckled and helped her.
A sudden rainstorm came outside the pleasure boat, and the sound of rain hitting the window was louder than a soft moan. Ripples appeared on the surface of the lake, and fish swam freely in the water, then came out of the water to breathe, their tails splashing water as they played happily in the water.
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In the early morning, Shuyun woke up in the man's arms with mixed feelings. She had tried to persuade herself to accept it.
The hand covering her waist held her down. Xiao Ye didn't open his eyes. He lowered his head and rubbed the top of her hair, sniffing the fragrance in her hair. He was satisfied only when his breath was filled with her scent. "No hurry, lie down for a while."
The man pulled his arms inward, and Shuyun was pulled into his arms by the force and had to hug him.
Shuyun's whole body was stiff, her nerves were tense, his scent lingered around her nostrils, and her face turned red.
The memories of last night emerged intermittently, and Shuyun buried her head in the quilt, wishing she could hide in the cracks of the ground.
It was quiet all around, and there was a rustling sound outside, as if it was raining.
Xiao Ye held her in his arms, and there was no movement for a long time. Apart from the strong heartbeat in his chest, Shu Yun could hear his disordered and gradually heavy breathing, and some changes gradually became obvious.
Shu Yun was extremely scared. She grabbed the corner of the quilt with her slender fingers, poked her head out from under the quilt, looked at the man with a pair of almond-shaped eyes, and whispered, "I'm hungry. Can we eat first?"
Xiao Ye slowly opened his eyes, his burning gaze concealed lust. Shu Yun was horrified and blocked his gaze with her lowered hands.
Xiao Ye moved his eyes, withdrew his arm from behind her neck, picked up a robe from the pillow and put it on himself, then got out of bed in his slippers.
The curtains were opened and closed again, and the footsteps gradually faded away. Shuyun heard the sound of a door opening. It seemed that someone was waiting at the door. Xiao Ye ordered the meal to be served and called for water for washing.
Shuyun lay on the bed and pulled the quilt to cover her head.
There were no maids or servants. Xiao Ye lifted the curtains, wiped Shu Yun's face and hands, and even put on her underwear through his hands.
Shuyun's mind was in a mess and she was anxious. They were still in the pleasure boat and didn't know what time it was. Today, there was a greeting ceremony at Shou'an Hall, but neither she nor Xiao Ye went.
If you look closely, you will find that the two of them did not return home last night and stayed outside all night.
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It rained intermittently last night and it didn't stop until the morning. A few dark clouds were floating in the sky and the sky was gloomy.
In Shou'an Hall, everyone who came to pay their respects had arrived, except for the two people from the East Courtyard.
Mrs. Cui looked unusual, her brows furrowed, and her premonition grew stronger.
Mrs. Cui didn't say anything. The hall was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop. The atmosphere was heavy, subtle and strange.
Xiao Shuyi suddenly spoke up, "Didn't Big Brother inform Grandmother? He left the house with Sister Yun yesterday and went to the temple. They're staying there for the night."
Xiao Shuyi has always been steady and composed. Old Madam Cui assigned a nanny to personally teach her etiquette. Her words were convincing. "It's raining heavily right now, and the mountain roads are slippery. Going down the mountain is prone to accidents. I guess my brother and Sister Yun will be back later when the rain stops."
Xiao Shuzhen said in an unhappy tone, "Why go to the temple?"
Xiao Shuyi smiled faintly, "Third sister forgot the date, today is the fifteenth."
Xiao Shuzhen felt embarrassed and had to swallow back some of the words she wanted to say.
Madam Cui looked tired. She waved her hand and said, "Alright, let's all go back."
Everyone stood up and took their leave, leaving Shou'an Hall one after another.
Old Madam Cui leaned against the pillow, looking at the drizzling rain outside the window with a complicated expression, and kept turning the Buddhist beads in her hand.
Back when Xiao Ye's mother was still alive, Wang Huilan had been hanging around her brother-in-law, intent on seducing him. She eventually succeeded, and the two became pregnant. When the affair became unseen, the couple had a huge argument. The Wang family, feeling it was a disgrace to their family, wanted to send Wang Huilan to live in a manor, practically severing their ties. Old Madam Cui also didn't want a woman of Wang Huilan's means to enter the Marquisate.
Wang Huilan became her brother-in-law's concubine and gave birth to a daughter. Later, when her sister died after giving birth, she took her place and became the mistress of the marquis's mansion.
Mrs. Cui thought carefully and realized that Xiao Ye used to hate Shu Yun very much. It was only after he was seriously injured five years ago that he started to get along well with Shu Yun, and he was even closer to her than to Xiao Shuyi.
How did San Yatou find her ancestral home? Yan Fuju was not staffed, so Biluo went to the market to buy a maid and brought San Yatou back. When San Yatou and Shuyun stood together, it was natural that San Yatou and Wang Huilan looked like mother and daughter.
After the third girl returned to her ancestral home, Xiao Ye disliked her and looked at her coldly, just like he did to Shu Yun five years ago.
However, he remained the same towards Shu Yun, and even asked her to move to the east side of the Marquis' Mansion.
The relationship between brother and sister seems to have changed.
At this thought, Madam Cui paused, the Buddhist beads in her hand twirling in a daze. She had intended for Xiao Ye to find a husband for Shu Yun, but nothing had happened. Xiao Ye had his eye on Miss Shen, yet he wanted to keep Shu Yun by his side. Could it be that he had inherited his father's disposition, marrying one woman openly and keeping another hidden away in the house?
Mrs. Cui suddenly felt a sharp pain in her chest, and she pressed her chest hard.
Her grandson is so confused!
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In the afternoon, Shuyun followed Xiao Ye back to the Marquis' Mansion. After returning to Hengwu Garden, she never took another step out.
He didn't return home last night, nor did he go to Shou'an Hall to pay his respects in the morning. He only came back in the afternoon. Shuyun didn't know how to explain it when she went to pay her respects tomorrow. On the way back home, she bravely asked Xiao Ye, and the man just told her to tell the truth.
Shuyun thought he was crazy for bringing this shady relationship to light.
Shuyun looked dazed, and Qiongzhi looked into her eyes, not knowing how to start. During this period of time, she knew everything about the relationship between the girl and the eldest son. In such a big mansion, she and the girl had trouble surviving, so she could only remain silent.
Qiongzhi remembered something and said, "Oh, Miss, the fourth lady came to Hengwu Garden this morning and said that you and the eldest young master went to the temple and stayed there last night."
Shuyun looked up in surprise, and Xiao Shuyi helped her to hide the matter.
Shuyun and Xiao Shuyi started school together and were taught by the same nanny, and they had a good relationship.
Shuyun should have thought of it earlier. Xiao Shuyi is smart and steady, and her mind is more mature than her peers. When she and Xiao Ye were both late for the greeting, Xiao Shuyi vaguely guessed something.
But Shuyun couldn't understand why Xiao Shuyi wanted her?
Over here, in another room of the Marquis' Mansion, green smoke was rising from the incense burner. Although the rain had stopped, the sky was still gloomy, hot and humid, and there was a fear that there would be another heavy rain soon.
Xiao Shuyi adjusted her wide sleeves and poured a cup of tea to place across from her. "This is the Junshan Yinzhen tea that Sister Yun likes to drink."
Xiao Ye glanced at her indifferently without moving. His dark eyes looked at his biological sister, who was born to the same mother, with a bit of scrutiny and examination.
Xiao Shuyi met the man's gaze, picked up the teacup and took a sip. She slowly put it down and said affirmatively, "Brother likes Sister Yun, right?"
Xiao Ye said nothing, tapping the table lightly with his knuckles.
Without refutation or admission, Xiao Shuyi smiled faintly and said, "That's it."
Xiao Shuyi smiled and said, "I also like getting along with Sister Yun. Sister Yun and I grew up together and have a good relationship."
Xiao Ye frowned, rapped his knuckles on the table, and said in a deep voice, "Sister, you've said too much today."
Xiao Shuyi blinked, not afraid of him, and said, "Brother, you want to make the relationship clear, but have you ever thought about Sister Yun's situation?"
Xiao Ye looked indifferent as he stared at the girl opposite him.
Her situation is difficult, but it will get better soon.
Xiao Shuyi said, "Sister Yun is living under someone else's roof in the Marquis' Mansion, having to live under the control of the people there. Her situation is already difficult, and she can't get along well with her stepmother. If Grandmother also dislikes Sister Yun, how can Sister Yun still have a foothold in the Marquis' Mansion? Grandmother will absolutely not allow Brother to have any contact with Sister Yun."
Xiao Ye had a cold face and for the first time in his life, he spoke to her seriously, "Fourth sister, sometimes being too smart is not a good thing."
Xiao Ye pushed the teacup in front of him away, stood up and looked at her coldly, "You shouldn't interfere in my brother's affairs."
Xiao Ye left with a wave of his sleeves. The sky outside was gloomy, and he felt a lump of air in his chest that lingered for a long time.
The gravel road is wet after the rain, and mud and water can easily splash onto the corners of clothes.
Xiao Ye passed by Shou'an Hall and paused. He and Shu Yun were not going to the temple.
Xiao Ye went to Shou'an Hall, but was told that his grandmother had caught a cold and had a headache and could not see anyone.
Xiao Ye was indeed a little bit unconvinced and asked, "Grandma was fine yesterday, how come she suddenly caught a cold?"
"Alas, the weather suddenly changed, with strong winds and heavy rain. The old lady didn't pay attention to put on more clothes." Nanny You sighed and said with details, "The old lady drank the medicine and has already fallen asleep."
"In that case, I won't disturb grandma from recuperating."
Xiao Ye looked at the quiet room and left Shou'an Hall.
Great, all good.
Once the summer rain starts, it seems to never end. It rains for days on end, heavy and drizzling, sometimes fast and sometimes slow, without a moment's rest.
At night, there were roaring thunder and splitting lightning in the sky, and strong winds whistled through the eaves and windows, as if to plunge the world into chaos.
Three days later, although the rain stopped, the water level in the upper reaches of the capital was surging. Coupled with the heavy rain in the capital, the water level in the moat rose sharply and showed a tendency to flow ashore. The Ministry of Works and the Jingji Guard did not dare to relax for a moment.
The sky was showing signs of clearing up a little. The willow trees had looked brand new after a few days of rain. The water in the pond was almost full, rippling with layers of light.
The middle-aged and majestic emperor walked on the imperial road, followed by the Minister of Works and the Minister of Water Resources Liang Meng, who respectfully reported the water conditions in the capital.
Xiao Ye led two rows of Yulin soldiers, standing on the left and right.
After hearing Liang Meng's report on the dredging, the emperor said in a deep voice, "I don't want to see any more villages flooded this year."
The emperor glanced at the young man and shook his head. Although he had some talent in flood control in Youzhoukou, he was still far inferior to that man.
The emperor looked at the eunuchs who were silting the pond, and slowly turned the jade ring, and the scar covered by his thumb appeared and disappeared.
After so many years, it is difficult to find someone who can match him in water control and construction.
It has been more than ten years, and it seems that it is time for him to return to Beijing.
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Liang Meng had never expected that the child he rescued on the pleasure boat that day was the son of Wuguan Lingtai Lang.
Wuguan Lingtai Lang was in charge of observing astronomical changes. He was anxious to receive Liang Meng's favor, so before the heavy rain came, he reminded Liang Meng to pay attention to dredging and digging ditches.
Liang Meng took precautions in advance and promptly cleared the water flowing into the moat from upstream. At the same time, he built more embankments and dredged the water in a timely manner. In addition, the weather was good and it was sunny for several days, so a flood was avoided.
The emperor was very pleased and ordered the Imperial Observatory to choose an auspicious day. Three days later, he went to Xingguo Temple to pray for blessings.
When the emperor travels, the Yulin Army dares not be careless, and Xiao Ye has been busy these days.
Liang Meng was secretly delighted to receive the emperor's praise. He had been planning to ask a matchmaker to go to the Anlu Marquis's Mansion to propose marriage after this busy period was over. Now was a good time.
His parents have agreed to let him marry Shuyun, but Liang Meng is unsure. He comes from a poor family, and now it all depends on whether the Marquis's Mansion is willing to agree.
The day when the matchmaker went to the Marquis's residence to propose marriage was a sunny and clear sky, a rare good day in recent years.
"The new doctor of the Water Department? He is going to marry Shuyun?" Wang Huilan frowned slightly as she looked at the portrait sent by the matchmaker.
She was good-looking, but he married Shuyun.
Her biological daughter's marriage has not been settled yet, but all her adopted daughters like her. Previously there was the son of the Earl of Changyi, and now there is a doctor from the Water Department.
Wang Huilan was hesitating whether to use this marriage opportunity to marry Shuyun off early. After all, Marquis Anlu was far away in the northern border, and she was in charge of some matters in the mansion. When her husband came back, Shuyun's life would be comfortable.
Someone came from Old Madam Cui's side. Nanny You appeared in the flower hall, bowed, and said to Wang Huilan with a smile, "Ms. Yun's marriage has been decided by the old lady. I am just asking this old servant to invite the matchmaker to Shou'an Hall."
Although Wang Huilan was unwilling, she had no choice but to watch the matchmaker leave the flower hall with Nanny You.
Wang Huilan was so angry that her face turned blue. She couldn't even decide on her adopted daughter's marriage.
Judging from the situation, Shuyun is going to marry Liang Meng.
But it’s not a bad thing. A daughter who is married off is like spilled water. At least Shuyun won’t appear in front of me often in the future.
When Mrs. Cui met the matchmaker and heard that the Liang family intended to marry Shuyun, and that Liang Meng had been praised by the emperor some time ago, she smiled on her kind face and agreed immediately.
Mrs. Cui's request for the betrothal gift was secondary. She just wanted to finalize the marriage as soon as possible so that her two children could get married sooner rather than later.
"Don't worry, old lady. I will go back and tell the Liang family right away." The matchmaker was very happy because he had arranged a marriage.
Old Madam Cui asked Nanny You to give the matchmaker some wedding money and send her out of the mansion.
When Nanny You sent the matchmaker back, Old Lady Cui ordered, "Tell the servants to keep their mouths shut. This matter cannot be spread outside the Marquis' Mansion and become known to everyone."
"I understand. I will greet them one by one and give them the instructions."
Madam Cui waved her hand and dismissed her, saying, "Go ahead."
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"Miss, Miss, good news!" Qiongzhi got the news in the front yard and happily returned to Hengwu Garden. She ran into the house and dared to tell Shuyun the good news, saying, "Miss, there is good news!"
Shuyun was playing with Tuantuan with a cat toy. When she heard the sound, she looked up and saw Qiongzhi with her hands on her hips, panting. She said, "Look at you, you're so anxious. Wipe your sweat, take a moment, and talk slowly."
Shuyun bent down and picked up Tuantuan. Qiongzhi wiped the sweat off her face with a handkerchief. After her breathing became even, she bent down and whispered in her ear, "Miss, Young Master Liang has asked a matchmaker to propose marriage, and the old lady has agreed to the marriage!"
Shuyun was surprised and a little delighted, and her eyes suddenly lit up.
"Girl, it's true!" Qiongzhi confirmed it twice before she dared to tell Shuyun the news.
A smile slowly formed on Shuyun's lips. It was true, she was getting married.
Finally I could escape from him.
Shuyun looked out the window. The emperor would go to Xingguo Temple to pray for blessings tomorrow. Xiao Ye had been very busy these days, leaving early and returning late, and he was hardly ever seen.
Shuyun grabbed Qiongzhi's hand and asked, "When will the Liang family come to propose marriage?"
Qiongzhi shook her head, her voice a little weak, "I don't know about that. It will take some time to prepare the betrothal gifts, but it should be quick."
Shuyun nodded, the joy in her heart was like a tide, and it took a long time to subside.
It should be quick. Now that her grandmother agrees to her marriage, things will move much faster.
The next day, Mrs. Cui told Shuyun about this.
Shu Yun was naturally happy, and with a hint of shyness, she said, "Yun'er is willing to marry Mr. Liang. Thank you, grandmother, for your support."
Madam Cui patted her hands and said, "Brother Ye has been very busy lately and hasn't heard of this yet. Please don't make it public. Let him be distracted by this and wait until the Liang family arrives to pay their tribute."
Shuyun thought this was a bit strange, but she didn't think much about it and nodded in agreement. Her life became more and more hopeful.
The night is hazy, insects are chirping and frogs are croaking outside, the evening breeze blows gently, and the heat of the day gradually dissipates.
Shuyun came out of the shower, sat on the rose chair in front of the dressing table, and applied perfume.
The one I used today is rose scented, it is rich and fragrant, just like being in a sea of roses.
The night was quiet, and the door suddenly opened. Shuyun was rubbing her calves with ointment on her hands. She thought it was Tuantuan who pushed the door open and ran into the room, so she ignored him.
She felt a cold chill coming from behind, and Shuyun's body trembled in an instant. She turned her head and saw Xiao Ye appear in her room.
The man hadn't changed his clothes yet. He was wearing silver armor, his gloomy face was as cold as frost, his brows were stained with hostility, and his whole body exuded a sinister and cold aura.
His sharp eyes looked over, like a big hand, tightly gripping her neck. Shuyun felt difficulty breathing, her throat was dry and she couldn't scream.
Heavy footsteps were heard, and Xiao Ye walked towards her step by step.
The man sneered with anger, and Shuyun's scalp tingled.
"Sister, you are really great. As soon as I came back, I heard about your happy news."
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