The Eldest Daughter-in-Law [Reborn] - Chapter 91

Feeling guilty, Wang Shuhuai stepped forward slowly. “Then I’ll put her back to sleep.”

Xie Yunchu glanced at their little daughter, whose eyes were now spinning with excitement, and shook her head helplessly. “Well then, you do it.”

After Xie Yunchu went outside, Wang Shuhuai watched his wife’s departing figure, then went to sit beside the bed, picked up the quilt covering his mischievous little daughter, shook it gently, and held her in his arms to lull her to sleep.

Ke Jie’er lay in the crook of his arm, her large, bright eyes staring up at him without a hint of sleepiness, a contented and lazy smile on her face.

After a while, feeling that she was a little sleepy, Wang Shuhuai placed her back on the bed. Ke Jie’er immediately began to cry, demanding her mother. Hearing her cry, Xie Yunchu reluctantly put down the chilled tea she had been holding and entered the room.

The couple exchanged a helpless glance, both of them slightly embarrassed, especially in this situation.

Xie Yunchu managed to calm the little one down again and settled her back on the bed. She sat on the left side, using a small palace fan to gently fan her daughter. Wang Shuhuai lay half-reclined on the right side, resting and watching. As soon as Ke Jie’er lay down, she couldn’t help but glance over at her father. Xie Yunchu swiftly slapped her on the little bottom, sending her back to her side. The girl pouted as if about to cry, but Xie Yunchu glared at her, and Ke Jie’er obediently lay still, not making a sound.

Hearing Xie Yunchu chuckle, Wang Shuhuai opened his eyes and looked at her.

The dim light illuminated her slender figure, giving her an elegant and graceful presence. Her skin was delicate and fair, and her eyes gleamed like water, almond-shaped and captivating. Her hair, loosely pinned with a white jade hairpin, added a touch of alluring charm. She had never been one to fit the description of coquettishness, but her natural beauty, enhanced by the soft glow of the night, gave off a mesmerizing allure.

Wang Shuhuai swallowed, glancing at their daughter, whose eyelids were heavy as she fell into a deep sleep. Once reassured, he spoke, “The fish scale illustration project will take at least a year, possibly three. Have you thought about coming with me to Jiangnan?”

Xie Yunchu suddenly looked up, instinctively asking, “Why would I go?”

Wang Shuhuai’s gaze faltered for a moment.

Xie Yunchu realized her tone had been too harsh and immediately explained, “What I mean is, you’re going to Jiangnan, where there are many pressing matters. The local aristocrats there are deeply entangled, and I worry whether you’ll have the time to look after us. I’m unfamiliar with the place, and I’m afraid…”

She was comfortable at home, living in peace and ease, so why should she go to such an unfamiliar and potentially dangerous place? Why should she be dragged along to Jiangnan to serve him? It was a ridiculous thought!

“I’m afraid I might get caught up in the struggles there.” She offered a reason that would be hard for Wang Shuhai to dismiss.

Wang Shuhai had already considered the pros and cons. His journey to Jiangnan would indeed be full of turmoil, and it would not be convenient to bring Xie Yunchu and their daughter along. However, upon seeing his gentle wife, a sense of affection unexpectedly surged within him, and he casually asked. Since Xie Yunchu understood the situation, he naturally wouldn’t insist.

“Alright,” he responded lightly, neither clearly disappointed nor pleased.

Since they couldn’t go together, the matter of heirs needed to be addressed.

Wang Shuhai had insisted on coming to her courtyard despite his injuries, and it was precisely because of the matter of heirs.

Xie Yunchu asked directly, “Second Young Master, how is your injury?”

As long as Wang Shuhai was fine, she had no objections. After all, the pain wasn’t hers.

Wang Shuhai’s handsome face slightly changed, and his clear eyes met Xie Yunchu’s gaze. Xie Yunchu, uncomfortable with this, lowered her gaze. 

Wang Shuhai’s voice was soft as he responded, “I know my limits.”

Xie Yunchu understood, and a thin blush appeared on her cheeks. 

The child had fallen asleep, and Xie Yunchu called for the wet nurse to take her away. Once their daughter was gone, the atmosphere in the room became somewhat heavy. Although it was still early, it was not the usual time for Wang Shuhai to go to bed, nor would Xie Yunchu be sleeping this early. But clearly, Wang Shuhai was waiting for her. Xie Yunchu had already bathed and could smell the soap scent on him, realizing he had also just bathed.

She got up to blow out the lamp in the corner, and when she returned, Wang Shuhai had moved to the inner side of the bed, the room now immersed in darkness. She looked at the gently swaying curtains, worried it was stuffy and hot.

“Second Young Master, why don’t we open the curtains?”

The stuffiness wasn’t good for his injury.

Wang Shuhai suddenly laughed and nodded, “Alright.”

Xie Yunchu felt a little uncomfortable when she heard him laugh. There was no one outside, and the room was pitch dark. He couldn’t see anything, and there was nothing to worry about. After all, it was for his own good.

Curtains were hung everywhere, and the cool air outside seeped in. Wang Shuhuai sat on the bunk bed and looked at his wife. Her slender figure floated in the night like a startled swan. Her slender figure floated in the night like a delicate swan. Sometimes it was a glimpse of her lovely face, sometimes a flash of her slim waist. It was hard to catch, but fortunately, she soon got into bed. Wang Shuhai gently pulled her into his arms, and Xie Yunchu lay down, placing her hands on his shoulder and unbuttoning his collar.

Although he knew that she was concerned about his injury, he was still very happy. Having thought about her for a few days, he was no longer reserved, worried about separation. Wang Shuhuai gave his all, and Xie Yunchu accepted it very happily. When she couldn’t bear it anymore, she almost subconsciously grabbed his shoulder, and her long fingers scratched the wound. Wang Shuhuai said nothing, without showing any signs. When Xie Yunchu realized what she had done, she blushed with embarrassment.

“Second Young Master… does it… hurt?” Wang Shuhuai responded to her with practical actions. By the time they finished, it was nearly the third watch, and due to his injury, both were tense. Afterward, Xie Yunchu felt completely drained. She watched Wang Shuhai slowly put on his robe and her eyes fell on his left shoulder.

“I really can’t move anymore. Second Young Master, can you bathe on your own?” She knew her earlier action hadn’t been gentle, and his wound must have bled.

Wang Shuhuai said calmly, “Take rest.” 

A quarter of an hour later, they both returned from bathing, the room now fresh and clean. Xie Yunchu immediately lay down on the pillow and fell asleep. Wang Shuhai rested for a while, but in the middle of the night, he vaguely felt an arm brush against his right shoulder. Slowly, he opened his eyes, the moonlight pouring in, and Xie Yunchu’s beautiful face became clear in his sight. Perhaps it was the icy air from the bedside, but she subconsciously moved closer to the warmth.

Her clothes shifted, revealing her shoulder, and her delicate, white skin was almost within reach. Wang Shuhai couldn’t help but lean in closer, his lips meeting hers in a slow, soft kiss. He couldn’t resist and deepened it, savoring her taste.