“Husband, this tree is a bit too tall. I can’t reach the fruit.”
Her voice was soft and delicate. Even when discussing serious matters properly, he couldn’t help recalling the way she moaned delicately.
“Want to pick that peach up high?”
“Mhm.” She giggled charmingly, tilting her head back to stare intently at the high-hanging peach. Her slender fingers pointed upward. “The ones higher up are bigger. You’re tall, husband – you’re perfect for picking them.”
“Wanwan should pick the better ones.”
“Ah?”
The man suddenly reached out and lifted her, raising her petite frame effortlessly. She screamed in fright, and the next moment found herself seated on his broad, sturdy shoulders. His strong hands gripped her legs securely.
“Husband!” Her face pale with fear, she bent down to cling tightly to his neck, nearly choking him.
“Don’t be afraid.” His deep, resonant voice comforted her. “I’m here. I won’t let you fall.”
His words somewhat eased her frightened heart. Trembling, she straightened up and looked around. The sensation of being suspended in air was truly terrifying, but since it was Wei Chenheng holding her, she chose to trust him.
“Husband, am I heavy?” she asked timidly, worried she might crush his shoulders.
Wei Chenheng chuckled lightly. “Wanwan isn’t heavy at all.”
Having trained in martial arts for years, he possessed a robust physique and great strength. On the battlefield, he had carried heavy weapons – what weight hadn’t he borne? Ning Wanwan’s slight frame was effortless for him; he could even carry her while running with one hand.
With Wei Chenheng serving as her human ladder, Ning Wanwan lost her fear and began picking peaches. The two moved from tree to tree, selecting the largest and sweetest fruits. Soon they had gathered several full bundles – enough for the entire caravan to eat their fill.
The afternoon sun grew intense. Though they stood in the shade, Ning Wanwan soon became drenched in sweat.
Wei Chenheng set her down, organized the peach bundles and hung them up, then lifted Ning Wanwan onto the horse’s back. Taking the reins, he led the horse forward.
Ning Wanwan wiped the sweat from her forehead with a handkerchief. “Husband, aren’t we returning?”
Wei Chenheng walked with steady steps. “There’s a spring behind these woods that I happened to discover. I’ll take Wanwan there to bathe.”
Mention of bathing made Ning Wanwan recall that night by the stream on the gravel, and how she had… Her face instantly flushed crimson. “Does husband genuinely want to take me bathing, or does he have other intentions?” she asked with embarrassed annoyance.
Wei Chenheng replied without blushing or skipping a beat, “Wanwan is drenched in sweat and must be uncomfortable. Bathing in the spring will feel refreshing.”
As they spoke, they arrived at the legendary spring.
Wei Chenheng tethered the horse beneath a tree and led Ning Wanwan through lush green undergrowth until they found the steaming hot spring hidden within an inconspicuous cave opening.
“It’s actually a hot spring!” Ning Wanwan exclaimed with surprised delight.
“Does Wanwan like it?”
“I love it.”
“This place is so well-hidden. How did you find it, husband?”
He answered casually, “I happened to see it once before when passing through these mountains. I remembered it and thought Wanwan would surely like it, so I brought you here.”
“Thank you, husband. You always think of me when you find something good.”
He lowered his head, a trace of tenderness flashing in his eyes. “If not for the urgent military situation at the border, I’d truly like to take you to see this magnificent land and taste all the delicacies under heaven.”
Ning Wanwan was momentarily stunned, then looked up earnestly and said, “There will surely be opportunities in the future, husband. We have plenty of time ahead. No matter what happens, Wanwan will always be by your side.”
His eyes flickered slightly as he ruffled her hair.
The hot spring opening wasn’t large, just enough for two people. Wei Chenheng picked her up, his hands boldly exploring her lapels as he made to remove her outer garment.
She blushed deeply, her eyebrows and eyes filled with charm.
“Husband, I can do it myself…”
He nodded, his face remaining perfectly calm as he began undressing himself. His movements were deft, and soon he stood naked before her.
Raising a sharp eyebrow, he asked, “Do you need my help?”
“Husband, I have hands of my own!”
Wei Chenheng directly reached out to help.
“Is my husband really helping me bathe?”
“How is your husband’s skill?”
“Well… just average, of course it can’t compare to Chun’er’s.”
“Wanwan isn’t satisfied?” His voice grew hoarse and deep, his eyes reddening. “It seems your husband’s bathing technique still needs improvement.”
Ning Wanwan pressed her red lips together without speaking.
As for how long this bath lasted, Ning Wanwan had already lost track.
She only remembered that when they entered the spring, the sky was bright, and when they emerged, it was dark.
The man lifted her from the spring, carefully drying her body. “Does Wanwan still think my bathing technique is lacking?”
She covered her face in embarrassment, softly pleading, “Husband, please don’t say anymore!”
The tremor in her voice made his bones melt. He couldn’t help but lean down, holding her in his arms as he gently kissed her face.
“Wanwan, we’re husband and wife. You don’t need to be shy.”
How could she not be shy? Although she was a Jade Rabbit Spirit who had cultivated for hundreds of years and had seen all kinds of carrots, she had never encountered a man with such combat prowess before.
Now she finally understood why the system had rated his attack power at ten stars.
If they kept this up every day, if she hadn’t been secretly taking Vitality Pills, her body would have long been penetrated by his attacks – like an atomic bomb that didn’t treat people as people.
But complaints aside, it had ultimately been quite pleasurable.
After dressing themselves, the two leisurely rode their horses back to the main camp under the moonlight.