Lu Jinhuan gave a startled yelp and smacked his back in protest.
“Wait! I haven’t taken a bath yet! Put me down first”
He Congnan closed his eyes, wishing he could take a bite out of the little tease.
“We’ll bathe together. It’ll save water.”
“No~”
Lu Jinhuan hurriedly refused. She wriggled free from his arms and, blushing furiously, muttered,
“I’m not used to that. I’ll wash first it won’t take long~”
She quickly pulled her nightclothes from her luggage, hugged them to her chest, and fled into the bathroom.
He Congnan shook his head helplessly and took a change of clothes to the shared bathroom.
His room was the only one on the second floor with a private bathroom, while there was also a communal one that he normally never used. But to save time, he had no choice but to use it tonight.
After taking a quick shower, Lu Jinhuan was just about to put on her own pajamas when Qiuqiu’s voice rang out.
(Little Huan’er, that outfit is far too old-fashioned. Wear this instead and seduce him!)
In an instant, a sheer red outfit appeared in her hands.
When Lu Jinhuan unfolded it, even her neck turned pink.
“Th-this is practically the same as wearing nothing!”
(You don’t understand. The allure of something half-hidden is even more tempting than wearing nothing at all. Think about Grandma He’s fortune. Don’t you want to make money anymore?)
“But… it’s so embarrassing. I’m too shy…”
(Tsk. Are you going to be disobedient now? Your husband is supposed to be infertile. If you don’t try a little harder, how are you going to convince him you can become pregnant?)
“…Okay. I’ll listen.”
(That’s more like it. Put it on!)
The outfit was breathtakingly seductive, resembling something an ancient beauty might wear.
The inner layer consisted of a silky red halter-style top tied behind the neck, barely covering her full breasts. Over it was a sheer red robe embroidered with a pair of mandarin ducks. The bottom was a pair of red shorts so short they only reached the tops of her thighs.
“Qiuqiu, what if He Congnan asks where these clothes came from? What should I say?”
(Just tell him you brought them from your hometown. And remember you have to be bold. Don’t act all shy and hesitant. For the baby’s sake, give it your all!)
Lu Jinhuan silently encouraged herself, her expression becoming as resolute as if she were making a solemn pledge.
She nodded firmly.
(Alright. From now on, in keeping with the principle of ‘see no impropriety,’ this great system will disappear for the next twelve hours. See you tomorrow morning!)
Lu Jinhuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
She had been worried that Qiuqiu might end up seeing something embarrassing. It seemed she’d worried for nothing.
He Congnan had already finished bathing and was waiting outside.
Just as he was about to knock on the door, it clicked open.
The moment he saw the beauty who stepped out, his eyes widened, and he felt his blood rushing through his body.
The young woman’s fair skin seemed almost luminous.
Her graceful figure was partially concealed beneath the delicate, sheer fabric, which hinted at her elegant curves without fully revealing them. Combined with her innocent, breathtakingly beautiful face, she possessed an irresistible charm that was both pure and captivating.
Pure, yet alluring.
Looking up at him with innocent, sparkling eyes, Lu Jinhuan asked softly,
“Brother Congnan… d-do I look nice?”
His Adam’s apple bobbed.
Taking two quick steps forward, he slipped an arm around her slender waist and leaned close to whisper hoarsely into her ear,
“Huan’er… you’re absolutely stunning.”
Fresh from her bath, she carried the faint, elegant fragrance of orchids.
Overwhelmed by her beauty, He Congnan scooped her into his arms and carried her toward the bed.
Too embarrassed to meet his gaze, Lu Jinhuan lowered her eyes.
“Brother Congnan… I’m… a little scared…”
“Don’t be afraid.”
His voice softened.
“I’ll be careful.”
Though his heart was racing, his movements remained remarkably gentle.
He first kissed her forehead, then the tip of her delicate nose, followed by her flushed cheeks, before finally pressing a tender kiss to her lips.
Her lips were unbelievably soft and sweet, and he found himself reluctant to pull away.
Eyes tightly shut, Lu Jinhuan timidly returned his affection.
Encouraged by her response, he deepened the kiss, cherishing every moment as they grew closer.
Seeing the usually shy little woman gradually relax in his embrace and respond to him filled his heart with overwhelming tenderness.
After what felt like a long while, he reluctantly drew back, leaving a trail of gentle kisses along her neck that made her blush even deeper.
He found himself completely captivated by the delicate woman in his arms.
Her fair skin had taken on a soft rosy hue, making her look even more enchanting.
Lu Jinhuan frowned shyly, her eyes glistening with emotion as she instinctively threaded her slender fingers through his short hair.
The unfamiliar intimacy left her both nervous and strangely drawn to him.
…
“Good girl… just relax.”
Every muscle in He Congnan’s body was tense with emotion, yet he continued speaking gently, patiently comforting the nervous young bride in his arms.
Beads of sweat formed on Lu Jinhuan’s forehead, dampening the strands of hair at her temples.
She nodded timidly.
The quiet room was filled only with the sounds of their whispered reassurances and the deepening closeness between the newlyweds.
…
To Lu Jinhuan, it felt as though she were a tiny boat drifting through a fierce storm at sea.
Towering waves rose and fell around her, carrying her helplessly through the powerful currents.
She clung tightly as the relentless storm surged on, each wave threatening to overwhelm her.
As time passed, the storm reached its peak, roaring with all its might.
Then, little by little…
The winds subsided.
The waves gradually calmed.
And at last, the sea returned to peace.