The night passed without incident, and both enjoyed their intimacy.
When a refreshed Li Long got up early the next morning, he discovered that an even more refreshed Gu Xiaoxia had risen before him and was making breakfast in the kitchen.
After a quick wash, Li Long went to help. Seeing that the porridge and pickles were nearly ready, he began setting out bowls and chopsticks. He particularly liked this sort of domestic life.
"How long will you be gone this time?" Gu Xiaoxia asked as she dished up the pickles. "When you come back, will you go straight to the village or stay in the County Seat for a while?"
"I'm not sure. Maybe three to five days, or I might be back tomorrow. First I need to get some sheep for Brother-in-law. I'll pick him up in a bit, buy the grain, deliver it to the mountains, and buy some sheep so he can get some practice. We might even be back this afternoon. Then I'll head into the mountains again tomorrow. I might bring back some local specialties. I've been spending money pretty quickly lately, so I need to make some of it back."
Gu Xiaoxia brought the stir-fried pickles to the table and looked at Li Long.
"I don't understand things in the mountains, but you must be careful. Really, we have enough money at home. I know you have big ambitions, and I won't stop you, but when you're hunting in the mountains, you must remember that you're married now. You can't be as reckless as before. Remember, someone at home is waiting for you to come back."
"Yes, I know." Hearing Gu Xiaoxia speak from the heart, Li Long smiled and pinched her cheek. "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. Actually, I'm pretty