Chapter - 47
By Tea Time Translations
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In the study, a corner was adorned with a glass drip clock, its copper vessel continuously releasing drops of water, reminiscent of a gentle springtime rain falling from the eaves. Drip by drip, it created a soothing rhythm.
Pei You'an was accustomed to staying up late, and the study was always his sanctuary for contemplation during the quiet hours of the night. However, at this moment, he found his thoughts wandering. He recalled the woman's parting gaze and words of advice. He looked at the drip clock again.
The floating vessel had reached the hour of the Pig, indicating it was late by most people's standards but still early for his usual bedtime.
Pei You'an finally stood up, extinguished the lamp, and left the study, heading towards the bedroom.
The bedroom was dimly lit with a warm glow escaping through the windows and doors. He softly instructed the night attendant and maids to retire for the night. Then he gently pushed open the door to the inner chamber and looked at the half-drawn canopy.
Behind the curtains, the scent of warm fragrance permeated the air, and a beautiful woman lay motionless, undoubtedly fast asleep.
As on the previous two nights, he quietly entered the room, undressed in the adjacent bathing chamber, and tried not to disturb her as he approached the bed.
She was lying on her side, her arm bent under her head, like a jade shoot, her wrist fair and her skin rosy. Her sleeping posture was alluring, and a faint, warm fragrance emanated from her with every gentle breath, caressing his chest and senses.
His heart trembled, and he held his breath, moving towards the bed as silently as possible. She shifted slightly on the bed and slowly opened her eyes.
Pei You'an hesitated, "Did I wake you up?"
Jiafu shook her head, "I couldn't sleep on my own."
Pei You'an climbed onto the bed and lay on his side beside her, saying, "Are you still thinking about what happened today? I didn't mean to criticize you harshly; I was just anxious at the time because I didn't know where you had gone."
Jiafu gently acknowledged, "I don't blame you, Cousin."
Pei You'an looked at her and contemplated for a moment before adding, "On the first night you arrived, I remember telling you that you could ask me about anything. If you don't tell me what's on your mind, how will I know what you're thinking?"
Jiafu hesitated slightly, "Cousin, can I really ask you about anything?"
Pei You'an replied with certainty, "Of course."
"Big cousin, do you look down on me?"
Her voice was soft, reaching his ears like a gentle breeze.
"I often make you angry, and I've done things in the past..."
Her voice trailed off.
Pei You'an responded, "If you go wrong, you will be punished. I don't look down on you."
He extended his hand as if to comfort her and gently pulled the blanket to cover the exposed fragrant shoulder and graceful neck.
"There, don't overthink things. It's late; let's sleep."
He whispered softly, trying to soothe her.
The interior of the brocade canopy fell into silence, with only their rhythmic breaths breaking the stillness.
"Big cousin, may I ask you one more thing?"
After a while, her voice reached his ears again.
Pei You'an didn't open his eyes, only responding with a soft hum.
"Big cousin, if you don't look down on me, do you... dislike me?"
Pei You'an opened his eyes and turned to look at her.
Jiafu's hair cascaded across the pillow, her chin tucked within her blanket, exposing only half her face. Her unblinking eyes fixed on him.
"How could I? I told you, don't overthink it."
"But why, then, during these two nights when you came back... you ignored me?"
Inside the luxurious tent, the subtle, warm fragrance intensified.
Pei You'an's voice was dry, "I saw that you were asleep..."
Her eyelashes fluttered, slowly lowering, and she remained still, resembling a pair of butterfly wings hovering in the flower garden.
Pei You'an stopped talking halfway through his sentence.
They had just started their married life, sharing the same bed, yet for two consecutive nights, he hadn't touched her.
He had initially assumed that she was unwilling for him to approach her. Now he realized it might have been a misunderstanding. She was just a young girl who didn't understand much, only that she smiled at him when she was happy, cried in front of him when she was sad, and clung to him when she was scared. Being so inexperienced in the ways of the world, how much hurt could she endure? It was understandable that she had misunderstood and let it escalate into today's situation.
Now that you have married this girl, you must protect her. If you can, you should also try to make her happy.
After hesitating for a moment, Pei You'an finally reached out to her and gently pulled her body into his arms, just like he had done on the wedding night.
The body was as soft as boneless flesh and as smooth as gelatin. Once it was in his arms, it was close to him. She didn't need to do anything. After a while, he was already able to do things. Just thinking about the harshness of the wedding night, she shouldn't be able to bear it at this moment. After holding her close to her for a while, his palms pressed against her skin, like plucking strings or playing a harp, slowly and slowly, which gradually caused her to tremble. , cheeks were flushed, and he was feeling a dull pain from swelling, so he gently untied her clothes and pressed on her.
Soon, a feeling akin to the urgency of release, similar to that of the wedding night, surged towards him. Pei You'an knew it was not good, so he quickly stepped back, closed his eyes, and recalled "Yishou Dantian", "breathing down to the heels", then "gradually collecting and condensing"...
However, before he could figure out how to proceed, he felt her two slender arms tightly entwining around his neck, her fragrant lips brushing against his ear. He heard a sound that seemed like a sob and a sigh, "Big cousin..." echoing in his ears. It seemed to stir his soul, sending shivers down his spine. Unable to resist any longer, he found himself succumbing once again before she could even make a move.
Pei You'an's chest pounded like a drum, and he was drenched in a cold sweat. As he slowly came back to his senses from the ecstatic pleasure, he saw her curled up beneath him, her eyes tightly closed, looking extremely obedient. Feeling a wave of guilt in his heart, he held the girl in his arms and whispered softly, "I have disappointed you, haven't I?" His voice was slightly hoarse.
Jiafu's face flushed, her starry eyes half-opened, half-closed, as she shook her head reassuringly. "Big cousin, don't be upset. Afu is already very happy..."
She sensed his emotions and knew that for a man, it wasn't something to be praised. Naturally, she tried to comfort him.
Moreover, she wasn't lying.
She didn't care about this at all. He had been weak since childhood and had some deficiencies, which was normal. At this moment, besides feeling pity for him, she truly felt extremely happy.
Pei You'an fell silent, not saying another word, only patting her head before rolling away from her.
The lights in the room went out.
Jiafu relaxed all over, finally able to boldly wrap her arms around his waist, pressing her chest against his, and nestling in his embrace. Soon, she drifted off to sleep. In a daze, she didn't know how long she slept until she suddenly felt a weight on her body, causing her to partially awaken. Her consciousness remained in the realm of dreams, her eyelids heavy and stuck together, struggling to open. She felt her legs being forcibly spread apart, and then, something hard and hot intruding.
"Big cousin..."
Jiafu was still half-asleep, not even able to finish her words before her mouth was covered in the darkness.
Jiafu soon woke up from her drowsy dream.
It was Pei You'an who had awakened her.
She had only just fallen asleep, still not fully awake, when he suddenly became like a different person. He no longer had the previous calm demeanor, his grip was firm, sometimes causing her delicate skin to ache, and his waist carried a sense of fierceness, as if he wanted to shatter her to pieces.
At first, Jiafu endured it, but eventually, from being pushed from the pillow to the corner of the bed, she felt utterly defeated, unable to make a sound through her tears.
The ordeal lasted until dawn, leaving her completely spent. When he finally released her and she collapsed into the disheveled bedding, she lay motionless.
From start to finish, Pei You'an only bit down in silence as he handled her, never uttering a word. When his breathing finally steadied and he held the limp body of the woman in his arms, he closed his eyes and let out a long breath.
Jiafu slept like the dead, only to wake up in shock to find that the sun was already up, and the man beside her was nowhere to be seen.
Pei You'an's honeymoon leave must have ended today, and he had likely returned to his official duties at court. Jiafu wrapped herself in the blanket and sat up, calling for someone to come in and asking for Tan Xiang. As expected, Tan Xiang said that Master had left early in the morning, instructing her to rest well and representing her to greet the Old Madam.
Jiafu remembered the fierce treatment he had given her last night, and her ears were hot with embarrassment and her heart pounding. She also recalled the wound on his forehead that she had caused. Although he could cover it with the brim of his official hat at court, he wouldn't be able to hide it in front of the Old Madam and Lady Xin this morning. She wondered how he explained it, feeling a bit nervous. Supporting her still sore legs, she got out of bed, washed and dressed, and hurriedly made her way to the Old Madam's residence. As she reached the courtyard, she unexpectedly saw Pei Xiuzhi walking out from inside. He must have just finished visiting the Old Madam, and when he saw her, he stopped in his tracks, his eyes fixed on her, unable to look away.
A few days ago, Pei Xiuzhi had been too ashamed to show himself due to illness. It was now the fourth day since Jiafu had married into the family, and this was the first time they had encountered each other. Seeing him with a waxen complexion, dull eyes, and none of his former spirited demeanor, even though he was dressed in luxurious clothing, it couldn't hide his overall haggard appearance.
Jiafu merely paused briefly before continuing to walk forward. As she approached, she noticed he didn't offer her any greeting. Ignoring him as if she hadn't noticed, she walked past him with Tan Xiang's fragrance trailing behind her.
"Jiafu..."
A trembling voice sounded in her ears.
Jiafu seemed to not hear it, continuing to walk forward.
"Jiafu..."
To her surprise, Pei Xiuzhi spoke again.
Tan Xiang exchanged a glance with Ma Xiang and hurriedly followed behind Jiafu.
Jiafu halted her steps, turning her head to see Pei Xiuzhi gazing at her with a deeply forlorn expression, full of affection but tinged with a sense of being rejected.
If it weren't for her past experiences, just seeing his current situation would indeed evoke some sympathy.
Yet Jiafu knew, based on her past life experiences, that this man before her was nothing but a pitiful, hateful, and ridiculous creature.
"Second Brother, though I used to call you cousin, once a woman marries, she prioritizes her husband's family. Now that I'm your elder sister-in-law, if you don't want to call me that upon seeing me, it's fine. But can you at least address me by name?"
Pei Xiuzhi's mouth twitched slightly.
"From now on, we're all family, seeing each other every day. If you respect me a foot, I'll respect you a yard. I hope you remember what I just said, and I'll consider your words a momentary slip of the tongue."
After saying this, Jiafu didn't spare him another glance, turning around and entering the courtyard.
Chapter - 47
By Tea Time Translations
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Please support us @TeaTime.
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In the study, a corner was adorned with a glass drip clock, its copper vessel continuously releasing drops of water, reminiscent of a gentle springtime rain falling from the eaves. Drip by drip, it created a soothing rhythm.
Pei You'an was accustomed to staying up late, and the study was always his sanctuary for contemplation during the quiet hours of the night. However, at this moment, he found his thoughts wandering. He recalled the woman's parting gaze and words of advice. He looked at the drip clock again.
The floating vessel had reached the hour of the Pig, indicating it was late by most people's standards but still early for his usual bedtime.
Pei You'an finally stood up, extinguished the lamp, and left the study, heading towards the bedroom.
The bedroom was dimly lit with a warm glow escaping through the windows and doors. He softly instructed the night attendant and maids to retire for the night. Then he gently pushed open the door to the inner chamber and looked at the half-drawn canopy.
Behind the curtains, the scent of warm fragrance permeated the air, and a beautiful woman lay motionless, undoubtedly fast asleep.
As on the previous two nights, he quietly entered the room, undressed in the adjacent bathing chamber, and tried not to disturb her as he approached the bed.
She was lying on her side, her arm bent under her head, like a jade shoot, her wrist fair and her skin rosy. Her sleeping posture was alluring, and a faint, warm fragrance emanated from her with every gentle breath, caressing his chest and senses.
His heart trembled, and he held his breath, moving towards the bed as silently as possible. She shifted slightly on the bed and slowly opened her eyes.
Pei You'an hesitated, "Did I wake you up?"
Jiafu shook her head, "I couldn't sleep on my own."
Pei You'an climbed onto the bed and lay on his side beside her, saying, "Are you still thinking about what happened today? I didn't mean to criticize you harshly; I was just anxious at the time because I didn't know where you had gone."
Jiafu gently acknowledged, "I don't blame you, Cousin."
Pei You'an looked at her and contemplated for a moment before adding, "On the first night you arrived, I remember telling you that you could ask me about anything. If you don't tell me what's on your mind, how will I know what you're thinking?"
Jiafu hesitated slightly, "Cousin, can I really ask you about anything?"
Pei You'an replied with certainty, "Of course."
"Big cousin, do you look down on me?"
Her voice was soft, reaching his ears like a gentle breeze.
"I often make you angry, and I've done things in the past..."
Her voice trailed off.
Pei You'an responded, "If you go wrong, you will be punished. I don't look down on you."
He extended his hand as if to comfort her and gently pulled the blanket to cover the exposed fragrant shoulder and graceful neck.
"There, don't overthink things. It's late; let's sleep."
He whispered softly, trying to soothe her.
The interior of the brocade canopy fell into silence, with only their rhythmic breaths breaking the stillness.
"Big cousin, may I ask you one more thing?"
After a while, her voice reached his ears again.
Pei You'an didn't open his eyes, only responding with a soft hum.
"Big cousin, if you don't look down on me, do you... dislike me?"
Pei You'an opened his eyes and turned to look at her.
Jiafu's hair cascaded across the pillow, her chin tucked within her blanket, exposing only half her face. Her unblinking eyes fixed on him.
"How could I? I told you, don't overthink it."
"But why, then, during these two nights when you came back... you ignored me?"
Inside the luxurious tent, the subtle, warm fragrance intensified.
Pei You'an's voice was dry, "I saw that you were asleep..."
Her eyelashes fluttered, slowly lowering, and she remained still, resembling a pair of butterfly wings hovering in the flower garden.
Pei You'an stopped talking halfway through his sentence.
They had just started their married life, sharing the same bed, yet for two consecutive nights, he hadn't touched her.
He had initially assumed that she was unwilling for him to approach her. Now he realized it might have been a misunderstanding. She was just a young girl who didn't understand much, only that she smiled at him when she was happy, cried in front of him when she was sad, and clung to him when she was scared. Being so inexperienced in the ways of the world, how much hurt could she endure? It was understandable that she had misunderstood and let it escalate into today's situation.
Now that you have married this girl, you must protect her. If you can, you should also try to make her happy.
After hesitating for a moment, Pei You'an finally reached out to her and gently pulled her body into his arms, just like he had done on the wedding night.
The body was as soft as boneless flesh and as smooth as gelatin. Once it was in his arms, it was close to him. She didn't need to do anything. After a while, he was already able to do things. Just thinking about the harshness of the wedding night, she shouldn't be able to bear it at this moment. After holding her close to her for a while, his palms pressed against her skin, like plucking strings or playing a harp, slowly and slowly, which gradually caused her to tremble. , cheeks were flushed, and he was feeling a dull pain from swelling, so he gently untied her clothes and pressed on her.
Soon, a feeling akin to the urgency of release, similar to that of the wedding night, surged towards him. Pei You'an knew it was not good, so he quickly stepped back, closed his eyes, and recalled "Yishou Dantian", "breathing down to the heels", then "gradually collecting and condensing"...
However, before he could figure out how to proceed, he felt her two slender arms tightly entwining around his neck, her fragrant lips brushing against his ear. He heard a sound that seemed like a sob and a sigh, "Big cousin..." echoing in his ears. It seemed to stir his soul, sending shivers down his spine. Unable to resist any longer, he found himself succumbing once again before she could even make a move.
Pei You'an's chest pounded like a drum, and he was drenched in a cold sweat. As he slowly came back to his senses from the ecstatic pleasure, he saw her curled up beneath him, her eyes tightly closed, looking extremely obedient. Feeling a wave of guilt in his heart, he held the girl in his arms and whispered softly, "I have disappointed you, haven't I?" His voice was slightly hoarse.
Jiafu's face flushed, her starry eyes half-opened, half-closed, as she shook her head reassuringly. "Big cousin, don't be upset. Afu is already very happy..."
She sensed his emotions and knew that for a man, it wasn't something to be praised. Naturally, she tried to comfort him.
Moreover, she wasn't lying.
She didn't care about this at all. He had been weak since childhood and had some deficiencies, which was normal. At this moment, besides feeling pity for him, she truly felt extremely happy.
Pei You'an fell silent, not saying another word, only patting her head before rolling away from her.
The lights in the room went out.
Jiafu relaxed all over, finally able to boldly wrap her arms around his waist, pressing her chest against his, and nestling in his embrace. Soon, she drifted off to sleep. In a daze, she didn't know how long she slept until she suddenly felt a weight on her body, causing her to partially awaken. Her consciousness remained in the realm of dreams, her eyelids heavy and stuck together, struggling to open. She felt her legs being forcibly spread apart, and then, something hard and hot intruding.
"Big cousin..."
Jiafu was still half-asleep, not even able to finish her words before her mouth was covered in the darkness.
Jiafu soon woke up from her drowsy dream.
It was Pei You'an who had awakened her.
She had only just fallen asleep, still not fully awake, when he suddenly became like a different person. He no longer had the previous calm demeanor, his grip was firm, sometimes causing her delicate skin to ache, and his waist carried a sense of fierceness, as if he wanted to shatter her to pieces.
At first, Jiafu endured it, but eventually, from being pushed from the pillow to the corner of the bed, she felt utterly defeated, unable to make a sound through her tears.
The ordeal lasted until dawn, leaving her completely spent. When he finally released her and she collapsed into the disheveled bedding, she lay motionless.
From start to finish, Pei You'an only bit down in silence as he handled her, never uttering a word. When his breathing finally steadied and he held the limp body of the woman in his arms, he closed his eyes and let out a long breath.
Jiafu slept like the dead, only to wake up in shock to find that the sun was already up, and the man beside her was nowhere to be seen.
Pei You'an's honeymoon leave must have ended today, and he had likely returned to his official duties at court. Jiafu wrapped herself in the blanket and sat up, calling for someone to come in and asking for Tan Xiang. As expected, Tan Xiang said that Master had left early in the morning, instructing her to rest well and representing her to greet the Old Madam.
Jiafu remembered the fierce treatment he had given her last night, and her ears were hot with embarrassment and her heart pounding. She also recalled the wound on his forehead that she had caused. Although he could cover it with the brim of his official hat at court, he wouldn't be able to hide it in front of the Old Madam and Lady Xin this morning. She wondered how he explained it, feeling a bit nervous. Supporting her still sore legs, she got out of bed, washed and dressed, and hurriedly made her way to the Old Madam's residence. As she reached the courtyard, she unexpectedly saw Pei Xiuzhi walking out from inside. He must have just finished visiting the Old Madam, and when he saw her, he stopped in his tracks, his eyes fixed on her, unable to look away.
A few days ago, Pei Xiuzhi had been too ashamed to show himself due to illness. It was now the fourth day since Jiafu had married into the family, and this was the first time they had encountered each other. Seeing him with a waxen complexion, dull eyes, and none of his former spirited demeanor, even though he was dressed in luxurious clothing, it couldn't hide his overall haggard appearance.
Jiafu merely paused briefly before continuing to walk forward. As she approached, she noticed he didn't offer her any greeting. Ignoring him as if she hadn't noticed, she walked past him with Tan Xiang's fragrance trailing behind her.
"Jiafu..."
A trembling voice sounded in her ears.
Jiafu seemed to not hear it, continuing to walk forward.
"Jiafu..."
To her surprise, Pei Xiuzhi spoke again.
Tan Xiang exchanged a glance with Ma Xiang and hurriedly followed behind Jiafu.
Jiafu halted her steps, turning her head to see Pei Xiuzhi gazing at her with a deeply forlorn expression, full of affection but tinged with a sense of being rejected.
If it weren't for her past experiences, just seeing his current situation would indeed evoke some sympathy.
Yet Jiafu knew, based on her past life experiences, that this man before her was nothing but a pitiful, hateful, and ridiculous creature.
"Second Brother, though I used to call you cousin, once a woman marries, she prioritizes her husband's family. Now that I'm your elder sister-in-law, if you don't want to call me that upon seeing me, it's fine. But can you at least address me by name?"
Pei Xiuzhi's mouth twitched slightly.
"From now on, we're all family, seeing each other every day. If you respect me a foot, I'll respect you a yard. I hope you remember what I just said, and I'll consider your words a momentary slip of the tongue."
After saying this, Jiafu didn't spare him another glance, turning around and entering the courtyard.
