96 new house
◎Kiss him proactively◎
The newly allocated house was located in Guihua Lane, Southeast Street, where low-ranking officials and those who had just entered officialdom lived.
The carriage slowly drove into the alley and stopped in front of the "Ji Residence". When Shu Yao got off the carriage, what caught her eye was the vermilion gate. An auspicious and peaceful amulet was hung on the lintel. Looking down, a few wild flowers emerged from the cracks in the bricks, sparkling in the sunlight.
The door opened from the inside, and a kind-faced old woman looked at Ji Shijing respectfully: "You must be Lord Ji, I am the nanny assigned by the official." After that, she opened the door completely and called several maids and servants behind her to come over and call people.
There were five people in total, including two maids, two servants, and the old woman in front of them. These five people were assigned from above and were responsible for taking care of Ji Shijing's food, clothing, and daily life.
Shu Yao didn't expect that there were servants in this house. She was a little surprised. She used to live in a leaky thatched hut, but now she lives in a big house.
She secretly glanced at Ji Shijing, and sure enough, it was good to have someone close to her.
The old woman looked at Shu Yao and asked, "Who is this girl..."
Shu Yao: "I'm his sister-in-law..."
"Just call her Miss Shu." Ji Shijing interrupted her.
The maids and servants all called out "Miss Shu" again.
Shu Yao was a little flattered.
Entering the house, walking along the cobblestone path, passing through a lush garden, going around the winding corridor, and coming to the end of the courtyard, you will see a loft with flying eaves and upturned corners, hidden among the flowers and trees swaying in the wind, which looks quite interesting.
The environment here is quiet, backed by a rockery, facing the lotus lake, and with a pavilion next to it. It is a good place to live.
There are three houses in the backyard, namely "Lanxiangju", "Zhaiyuelou" and "Jingfan Pavilion".
Shu Yao lived in Zhaiyue Tower, a tall building. She had to climb twenty steps to reach the front of the house. She pushed open the door and found that it had all the necessary facilities. Although it was not luxurious, it was clean and tidy. She opened the window and happened to see two orioles perched on the branches. She felt happier unconsciously.
She packed up the things she brought from Dongping Village, then lay down on the bed. The quilt was soft, and she fell asleep unknowingly.
Outside the house, the orioles were singing and the afterglow of the setting sun was shining through the window. She slowly opened her eyes and saw two blurry figures standing in front of her. She shuddered and when she looked clearly, she realized they were the two little maids.
The older one stepped forward and said, "I am Zi Ling, the master asked us to come and serve the young lady."
The younger one also took two steps forward, her movements a little flustered, obviously not very experienced in the job: "Your servant Zizhu greets Miss Shu."
Shu Yao didn't understand what Ji Shijing meant. She didn't need anyone to serve her at all, nor did she want anyone to serve her: "It's okay, you don't have to serve me, go down first." Then she sat up and started to put on her shoes.
The two maids looked at each other, squatted down, and helped Shu Yao put on her shoes, one on the left and one on the right.
Shu Yao: "...Hey...I can do it myself..." Before she could finish her words, the two men had already helped her put on her shoes.
"Sir, please let me go down for a while." Zi Ling stood aside and said respectfully.
Shu Yao nodded, put on her coat and walked downstairs. The two maids followed behind her. She stopped and turned to look at them: "You don't have to follow me. It's time for dinner now. Go and eat quickly. After dinner, rest in the room. You don't need to come here again."
"Yes, Miss Shu." The two answered in unison.
Shu Yao breathed a sigh of relief and came to Ji Shijing's "Jingfan Pavilion". The door of Jingfan Pavilion was closed. She knocked on the door and then heard a steady sound of footsteps in the room.
Ji Shijing opened the door. Perhaps he had just taken a shower, as he still smelled of soapberries. His hair was wet and draped behind him. The red hairband was tied around his wrist. When the wind blew, it fluttered in the air and gently brushed Shu Yao's face, as if someone had left a kiss on it, tender and affectionate.
Shu Yao walked in and found that his room was much bigger than hers. There was a desk next to the window, with pens, ink, paper and inkstone. There was also a large bookcase next to it, with a dazzling array of books on it.
Shu Yao sat down and took a sip of tea: "A Jing, why did you call me over?"
Ji Shijing also sat down: "I want my sister-in-law to accompany me for dinner."
As they were talking, the two servants came in each carrying a food box and placed the dishes inside the boxes on the table one by one.
There are ten dishes in total, all of which are her favorites.
She started eating without any hesitation. Ji Shijing barely moved his chopsticks, his eyes fixed on Shu Yao.
"This osmanthus wine is good. Would you like to try it, sister-in-law?" As he spoke, he took the wine out of the warm water and poured a glass for Shu Yao.
Shu Yao put it to the tip of her nose and sniffed it gently. The aroma was elegant, and she thought the alcohol was not strong either. So she took a sip. The fragrance exploded in her mouth, and the taste was endless on her tongue. Her eyes lit up: "It tastes good."
Ji Shijing stared at her with an aggressive look: "I want to drink too."
Shu Yao didn't look at him: "Don't you have some?" Then she took another sip.
The wine was still swirling between her lips and teeth when Ji Shijing suddenly came over, grabbed her neck, and pulled her towards him. Before she could react, he had already pressed his lips against hers, and his long tongue slowly pried open her teeth, greedily savoring the sweetness inside.
The aroma of wine is overflowing, blending perfectly.
Maybe it was the alcohol that made Shu Yao feel dizzy, and she even forgot to push him away. By the time she came to her senses, he had already put his arms around her waist, and the kiss he gave her was eager and passionate.
Shu Yao pushed him hard.
Feeling her resistance, Ji Shijing loosened his hand and left her lips, his dark eyes shining.
System: [After testing, the trust value is 54%.]
Shu Yao put down her wine glass and rubbed her head. "A kiss increases trust?" Such a good thing actually happened.
She licked her lips, and with the alcohol in her head, she made a bold move.
She stood on tiptoe, pulled Ji Shijing over, and kissed him.
Ji Shijing's pupils shrank, and his expression changed from disbelief to shock, and then to willingness to sink.
He was more passionate than last time. In the huge room, the only sounds were the two people's increasingly heavy breathing.
Until the system voice sounded again: [After testing, the trust value is 55%.]
Shu Yao opened her eyes, immediately broke free from his arms, and said weakly: "You kissed me just now, so of course I have to kiss you back. Don't think too much." After that, she ran away without looking back.
Ji Shijing stood there, his chest heaving violently. He closed his eyes and it took him a long time to suppress the fire in his heart. When he opened his eyes again, the desire in his eyes had disappeared without a trace, without a trace left.
He tied his hair and walked towards the front hall.
Shu Yao returned to the house and leaned against the door, her body trembling slightly. She tried hard to control her breathing. Her heart was beating as fast as a drum. Her cheeks were burning hot. She covered her face and couldn't recover for a long time.
I simply drank a glass of cold water to calm myself down, and my heartbeat finally calmed down a little.
She let out a breath.
Anyway, she did this to complete the task. Kissing can increase trust value, so she doesn't mind kissing a few more times. Her hand began to touch her lips unconsciously, recalling the kiss just now.
Ji Shijing is domineering, gentle, and passionate...
After sitting quietly for a long time, she went to take a shower and change her clothes. When she put on her clothes, she obviously felt that her body had become fuller, and her bellyband was a circle smaller. She was uncomfortable wearing it, so she only wore an inner garment. After drying her hair, she blew out the candles on the table.
As soon as she lay down, she saw a dark shadow standing outside the door. Shu Yao immediately became alert and took out the hairpin under the pillow and held it tightly.
"Who's outside?" she asked boldly.
"Me." It was Ji Shijing's voice.
Shu Yao relaxed: "It's so late, what's the matter?"
"I just got a box of pearls. Sister-in-law, do you like it?" A few wealthy men came to visit him just now, and they all brought gifts. He thought this box of pearls was nice, so he wanted to give it to Shu Yao.
Shu Yao lit the candle again, put on a few more clothes, and then came over to open the door, but she had no intention of letting Ji Shijing in.
Ji Shijing smiled and said, "Sister-in-law, won't you invite me in to sit down?"
Shu Yao stood at the door: "It's getting late, I need to rest too."
Ji Shijing pursed his lips and handed the pearl to her: "Sister-in-law, take a look, do you like it?"
Shu Yao opened the box. The pearls inside were a vibrant white, each one full and round, perfect for making beaded jewelry. She always liked these little gadgets, so she accepted them.
But Ji Shijing had no intention of leaving.
Shu Yao had no choice but to politely dismiss the guest: "A Jing, you have to get up early tomorrow, go back and rest early."
"That room is big, I don't dare sleep alone, can my sister-in-law accompany me?" He looked aggrieved, "Or you can let me sleep at your place."
Shu Yao understood his purpose. She didn't want to live in the same room with him, so she refused directly.
Ji Shijing looked a little sad. He shook her sleeve gently and said pleadingly, "Sister-in-law."
Shu Yao couldn't believe that the person who was so aloof and difficult to approach at the beginning would actually beg her so aggrievedly at this moment. She didn't expect that Ji Shijing had this side of him.
She couldn't bear to refuse.
It's not like I've slept in the same bed with him before.
Thinking of this, she no longer refused and spread a new quilt on the beauty bed next to her. When she spread the quilt, because of her big movement, the collar of her clothes opened slightly, and the spring scenery inside was faintly visible.
Ji Shijing's eyes gradually darkened.
The candle went out again. Shu Yao lay on the bed, listening to the sound of the wind blowing the leaves outside. She suddenly lost her sleepiness and simply propped up her head to look at the beauty bed: "A Jing, are you asleep?"
"without."
"Ah Jing, now that you've passed the imperial examination, how much is your monthly salary?"
Ji Shijing: "Ten taels."
Shu Yao calculated that the maids and servants were paid 500 coins a month, plus some miscellaneous expenses, which would cost about 300 taels a month.
The ancients were not deceiving her. Since ancient times, if you want to live a life without worries about food and clothing, you have to read more.
"Ajing, do you have any plans for the future?" she asked again.
Ji Shijing rested his head on his hands, she was the only one in his plans.
Seeing that he didn't answer for a long time, Shu Yao thought he was asleep, so she turned over, closed her eyes and went to sleep.
…
Early the next morning, Shu Yao was awakened by the chirping of birds in the trees outside the window. She felt something was wrong as soon as she woke up. When she looked closely, she found herself sleeping on Ji Shijing's beauty bed.
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