I was so taken aback by Sang Ruoying's shamelessness that I was speechless for a moment. I could only stare at him, unable to find a reason to refute him. He seemed to enjoy my reaction, the corners of his mouth slightly turned up, revealing a triumphant smile.
"Husband? You call me that so naturally... Anyway, I'm hungry, time to eat." Once I regain my strength, I'll learn how to crack the whip!
Sang Ruoying chuckled and instructed the servants to prepare the meal. She then pulled me to drink the nuptial wine with her. I frowned slightly from the bitterness of the wine, but I didn't miss noticing that her hands were trembling slightly, clearly indicating that she was also very nervous.
I thought this person could handle anything with ease.
The aroma of food filled the room. I sat at the table, looking at the feast spread out before me, unsure which dish to eat first. I had been eating too bland food before, and it felt a little strange.
Seeing that I was lost in thought, Sang Ruoying picked up a piece of sweet and sour pork ribs and put it in my bowl, saying softly, "Eat a little something, or you'll be hungry tonight."
I looked at the sweet and sour pork ribs in the bowl, hesitated for a moment, and then picked one up and took a bite. The sweet and sour taste spread on my tongue, and I couldn't help but frown—the flavor was too strong, and my mouth had been ravaged by the medicinal food.
Sang Ruoying seemed to notice my discomfort and asked softly, "Don't you like it? Would you like to change to something else?"
I shook my head and tried to swallow the food in my mouth. "No, it's just that I'm not used to it."
He smiled slightly and placed another piece of fish fillet into my bowl. "Try this one, something lighter."
I looked at him and suddenly realized that he always noticed my emotional changes and reacted promptly.
His behavior left me somewhat bewildered, after all, I had always been treated ruthlessly in the past.
" Xiexie you," I said softly.
He raised an eyebrow, seemingly surprised by my thanks. "Between us, there's no need for thanks."
After we had eaten and drunk our fill, I suddenly asked in confusion, "Aren't you supposed to go and offer toasts?"
Respectfully yours.
"So you're not drunk?"
That's plain boiled water.
Me: "..." Dude, you're being way too blatant with your forgery!
"They want to see me make a fool of myself, do you want to see it too?" Sang Ruoying gently pinched my chin and asked me with amusement.
"I don't want to." I didn't dare say that I actually wanted to see him drunk.
Sang Ruoying domineering and assertive, yet sometimes incredibly gentle—is this the charm of an older woman?
It seems like no matter what the problem is, the other party can solve it easily; in short, they are very reliable...
He also had a great physique; you could tell from his clothes that he was skilled in martial arts, strong and robust, with exceptionally long fingers.
I heard that fingers are long...
My face slowly flushed red. Sang Ruoying took me to bathe, saying, "From now on, I'll take care of your bathing."
I was taken aback by his words, "Why... why...?"
"Because I'll get jealous, and I don't want anyone else to see your body."
I'm wondering if he's genuinely jealous, or just being jealous for show?
As for showering shirtless, I think it's no different from watching others swim in my past life.
Once everything was ready, we entered the bathtub together. At that moment, only the warm, humid steam separated us. Unconsciously, a hint of ambiguity seemed to fill the air, and I didn't know how to react.
shy?
What a joke! I've seen countless handsome men since I was a kid! How could I possibly be shy!
"Is it too hot? Your face is very red."
I quickly shook my head. "No, no, it's probably because the humidity is too high."
Sang Ruoying's pectoral muscles were dazzling. I blinked, hiding my lewd thoughts, and didn't dare to look down.
He didn't seem to completely believe me, but he didn't press me further. He just smiled gently and began washing my hair. His movements were very gentle, his fingertips lightly massaging my scalp, which made me feel relaxed.
"Actually, I don't mind your physical condition," he suddenly said, his voice low and gentle. "No matter what you're like, I'll accept you."
I was stunned for a moment, and then a complex emotion welled up inside me. I opened my mouth, but didn't know what to say, so I could only lower my head in silence.
"Furthermore, I don't believe our marriage is based on pity or sympathy," he continued, his tone firm. "I admit that I was initially interested in you because of your special qualities, but as we got to know each other better, I found myself increasingly drawn to you."
I looked up and met his gaze, and my heart skipped a beat. His eyes were sincere and passionate, leaving me momentarily at a loss for words.
"I know you might not fully believe me yet." He smiled slightly and gently stroked my cheek. "I will prove with my actions that I am serious."
Upon hearing this, I could only break down and cry internally. I wish he wasn't serious!
Oh no, what if I've really messed with an honest person?
I need help urgently!
After I took a shower, Sang Ruoying dried my hair.
He wasn't a lustful person, so after we lay down on the bed and covered ourselves with the blankets, he didn't do anything. I was puzzled. Didn't this guy want to consummate our marriage? This was the main reason we got married!
I gently tugged at his hand under the covers, and he took it in his hand, then turned around and hugged me tightly. "Sweetie, you must be tired today, get some rest."
After he finished speaking, he gently kissed my forehead. In the dim candlelight, I couldn't see his expression, but I could feel his warm, moist breath.
"Aren't we going to have our wedding night...?"
"Your body is still..."
"The doctor said it's okay, as long as it's in moderation..." Before I could finish speaking, my voice was drowned out by a passionate kiss.
I was wrong. He wasn't averse to lust; he was just restraining himself. At my invitation, he finally couldn't hold back any longer and slowly devoured me.
When I woke up the next day, I found my lower back was very sore, but there was also a long-lost feeling of ease mixed in with it.
My head is no longer foggy, and I can concentrate for a long time!
What the Marquis said was actually true! That's just too amazing!
"What? Are you that happy?" Sang Ruoying my face and gently pinched my nose as she did so.
"I feel much better!" I hugged Sang Ruoying's neck and gave him a big kiss on the cheek.
Sang Ruoying smiled and returned my kiss with a gentle yet restrained one.
After a long while, he slowly released me. "So, does this mean I successfully had a marriage to ward off bad luck?"
"Yes."
"Won't my Zhou'er be ungrateful after using me?"
"Who would dare to betray Lord Sang? Haha..." My eyes couldn't help but wander.
"Hmm?" Sang Ruoying's displeasure gradually showed because I didn't answer him immediately and avoided eye contact with him.
He tossed aside the damp towel in his hand and gently placed me on the bed. "It seems Zhou'er wasn't satisfied yesterday; it's my fault."
"You mustn't be lewd in broad daylight!" I tried to push him away, but he had already pressed down on me.
I internally broke down and cried, wondering how this guy came to that conclusion.
Who is he going to kill with that thing?!
"It's too late." The clothes that Sang Ruoying helped me put on were soon taken off again.