Free Web NovelChapter 314: Chapter 281: Very Happy
Beside the bath, on the cool couch.
On a layer of white silk.
Liuli had completed the most important ritual in a woman’s life, finally becoming a woman in the true sense.
Very happy.
Extremely happy.
Since learning of that matter, it was the first time she truly felt this kind of joy, with a sense of being lost in it.
She opened her mouth and bit Lin Miao’s right shoulder, leaving a shallow bite mark.
"My lord, if I had known it was this enjoyable, Liuli wouldn’t have been so reserved..."
Could there be more moving words of love than this?
...
"My lord, I should go back..."
"Don’t leave tonight, stay here." How could Lin Miao allow Liuli to go back alone, was he really afraid of people in the mansion finding out?
Liuli was moved to tears. She had already prepared for not being acknowledged, yet Lin Miao’s actions showed he wanted to recognize her identity openly.
That night, Liuli spoke many words, telling Lin Miao almost everything from her earliest memories without reservation.
Lin Miao was a faithful listener, listening earnestly and remembering it all in his mind.
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The Xia residence.
As soon as Xia Zhu came home, she felt something was off. She walked into the main hall and saw her father, Xia Yuan, sitting solemnly at the head seat, looking displeased.
"Dad, I’m back." Xia Zhu greeted.
"Xia Zhu, I’ve called you back because I have something to ask you, and I want you to answer me honestly." Xia Yuan asked seriously.
"Dad, what’s the matter? Just ask directly, do you think your daughter would hide anything?" Xia Zhu quickly replied.
"What’s your relationship with Mr. Lin?"
"Very good, Mr. Lin teaches me diligently, and I’ve learned a lot from him." Xia Zhu answered directly.
"Has he ever made any excessive demands of you?"
"Excessive demands? Dad, what are you trying to say?" Xia Zhu understood that Xia Yuan had heard some rumors, to actually ask such a question.
"I mean, have you ever had that kind of relation with him?"
"Dad, what are you talking about? What relation? He’s my teacher, I’m his student, how could there be that kind of relationship between us? Dad, who told you such nonsense?" Xia Zhu was instantly angry, who was spreading rumors about her, even dragging Lin Miao into it.
"Truly not?" Xia Yuan asked in astonishment.
"Do you actually hope there is?" Xia Zhu retorted angrily.
"Of course not, Xia Zhu, I’m asking if your teacher has ever shown those kinds of thoughts towards you?" Xia Yuan continued to ask. If such things hadn’t happened, it was good, as it seemed Lin Miao’s character wasn’t bad, but absence of such events didn’t rule out his intentions. Otherwise, why did he come today and say those things? frёewebηovel.cѳm
"Dad, where’s your mind at? Lin Miao has plenty of young, beautiful women around him, not to mention my teacher’s wife, who is an absolute beauty. If it were you, would you leave beauties around you to find a woman in her thirties who’s not beautiful? It’s obvious; how could you believe others’ provocations?" Xia Zhu said while supporting her forehead.
Isn’t it like that?
Could he really have misunderstood!
Xia Yuan started doubting his own reasoning; fortunately, he hadn’t said anything to his wife yet, or he’d certainly have made a fool of himself.
"Dad, who did you hear what from? All these doubts. I truly have only a teacher-student relationship with Mr. Lin, nothing more. You can rest assured." Xia Zhu said.
"Really nothing?"
"Nothing happened. Your daughter is engaged, how could I do something to disgrace you?" Xia Zhu replied.
"That’s true; you’ve been sensible since young, how could you make that kind of mistake. I was just overthinking, got too suspicious..." Xia Yuan laughed awkwardly. It seemed that Lin Miao’s visit yesterday was sincere, and what he said might actually be true. He needed to look into it more later.
"Well, Dad, think about it well, don’t make such mistakes again. I’ll go check on Mom." Xia Zhu said.
"Go on, go on."
...
Pitying Liuli for her first night as a wife, Lin Miao naturally didn’t demand too much, but for Liuli, this was the happiest, most joyful night of her life.
So, when she opened her eyes from sleep and found herself still in that bedroom, a tint of joy couldn’t help but curl up on her lips.
At this moment, under the sunlight pouring through the window, Liuli exhibited a captivating beauty.
Lianxin came in holding a new set of clothes, placing it by the bedside: "Congratulations, Liuli, for finally achieving your wish. This is personally chosen by the young master for you."
"For me?" Liuli blushed, surprised.
"Yes, Liuli is about to embark on a journey, how could she not have a new set of clothes." Lianxin explained, "The young master said that from now on, Liuli is part of the family."
"Lianxin, I..." Liuli said awkwardly, "My lord, where is he?"
"The young master is practicing martial arts. He instructed me that when you wake up, wash up, change into new clothes, and go to the dining room for breakfast," Lianxin said.
"Oh, I understand. Thank you, Lianxin."
"No need for formalities, Sister Liuli. We are family, and I hope you will take care of me and Liansuo in the future," Lianxin said.
"You’re being too polite; we are all sisters and should support each other."
"Yes, the young master is not an ordinary person; indeed, mutual support is needed. Sister Liuli, you will understand this in time," Lianxin smiled, stood up, and left.
Liuli’s cheeks flushed. Lin Miao was indeed not an ordinary man; in a place like Huaye Tower, she had seen a lot but rarely met a man with such lasting strength and adeptness in warfare.
No wonder even women like the Tower Master submit to him.
This new dress was chosen based on Liuli’s favorite color, made from the best material and crafted by the finest tailors. The cut was fitting and revealed her beauty perfectly, as if it had grown with her.
There was also a set of jewelry, belts, and fragrant sachets...
Looking in the mirror, Liuli almost didn’t recognize herself.
The whole ensemble must have cost at least a thousand taels of silver. It clearly couldn’t have been prepared overnight.
What does this mean? It means he cares for her and wants to claim her as his own. Last night, he indeed offered her a choice.
If she were to refuse...
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"Sister Liuli, your outfit is stunning today! When did you buy it? How come I didn’t know?" Shi Yin asked while seeing Liuli off.
"Oh, I’ve had it for a long time but forgot to wear it. I stumbled upon it while tidying up yesterday and thought to wear it since I’m going on a trip."
"But shouldn’t you clean and air clothes that have been stored for a long time before wearing them? How can you just put them on?" Shi Yin asked in surprise.
"It’s fine; I change every day anyway," Liuli replied vaguely, as she wasn’t sure how to explain last night’s events to Shi Yin and chose to keep it a secret for now.
"I have business at the shop, so I can only escort you this far..."
"That’s alright. Go ahead and attend to your work. I’m not leaving for good; I’ll be back once I finish my business over there," Liuli really didn’t want Shi Yin to follow her, to avoid further questions she couldn’t answer. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com
"Then, Sister Liuli, have a safe journey."
"Thank you." Liuli stepped onto a stool and entered the carriage.
"How strange! Sister Liuli seemed unwilling to leave yesterday; why is she now so eager to go?" Shi Yin murmured to herself as she watched the departing carriage.
...
The clinic reopened, and everything seemed calm and uneventful.
It’s merely returning to work after a break; nothing significant, just a matter of readjusting.
Xia Zhu replaced by Lien Yurou, who hadn’t seen Lin Miao for a month, showed her discontent all over her face, her pout could nearly hold a bottle of oil.
Guan Biyun enjoyed a month’s rest without having to oversee Lin Miao’s consultations. The truth was, after completing ten thousand cases, Lin Miao only needs to do statistics and as long no medical mishaps occur, there’s no need for further oversight.
Even Cui Wanquan had moved out; the clinic, whether operational or not, garnered little concern.
As for Poison Old Four, he headed to Longchuan Canyon, not alone; Yongning Hall provided him with companions. Huaye predictably tagged along; Longchuan Canyon has plenty of poisonous items, and it’s suspected that Poison Old Four agreed to Wan Bin’s invitation purely for the adventure.
Among the supervisors at the Imperial Pharmacy, only Guan Biyun remained, preferring stability. Here she could pursue her herbal concoctions research, more comfortable than being in Li Jing City, so why not enjoy?
The problem is, her young disciple can’t suppress her impatience.
It’s no wonder, at the age where girl’s hearts blossom, forcing her to restrain her nature would be inhumane.
However, Guan Biyun received a letter from the Lien Family in Li Jing indicating that Lien Yurou seems to have caught Consort Xue’s eye, considered as a prospective bride for the Fifth Prince.
Whether she will become his primary or secondary wife is yet to be determined; Consort Xue can’t decide, it depends on His Majesty’s wishes.
The Lien Family hopes Lien Yurou is chosen; Yurou isn’t a direct descendant of the Lien Family, if chosen as the Fifth Prince’s consort, it would open up paths for the family.
Currently, the Patriarch of the Lien Family is the Prime Minister, and if the Lien Family chooses to support the Fifth Prince, the Crown Prince would be at risk.
The Lien Family, considering their positions, cannot simply accept or reject this marriage proposal.
Accepting broadly implicates them, and if the Lien Family changes their stance, it would cause significant upheaval in the court’s central circle.
Rejecting would displease Consort Xue, and should the Fifth Prince ascend to the throne, the Lien Family would suffer greatly.
Thankfully, Lien Yurou is not in Li Jing, providing the Lien Family with maneuverability.
The chosen women by Consort Xue had been summoned to the palace, only Lien Yurou and Guan Biyun remained in Dongshan Prefecture.
The palace has already sent word to the Lien Family to have Lien Yurou return to the capital immediately.
Yet, those sent by the Lien Family to fetch Yurou have yet to arrive; they are expected within days. Being a mentor, she understands her disciple’s feelings, but the current circumstances bind her hands.
It’s time to have a good conversation with Lin.
