Chapter 1022: Moonlit Night

Translator: Henyee Translations  Editor: Henyee Translations

Shao Yunduan affectionately embraced Qiao Xuan as she got startled, attempting to break free. However, he seemed unusually resolute today, tightening his hold and preventing her from escaping. Though not physically strong, his determination was evident.

As his hands touched her, Qiao Xuan’s skin grew warm, causing her cheeks to flush. With a smile, she protested, “What are you doing? Let go of me!”

“Wife, let us consummate our marriage tonight,” he whispered.

“What?” Qiao Xuan’s eyelids twitched in surprise.

“Are you unwilling?” His tone and expression softened, melting Qiao Xuan’s heart.

Without thinking, she replied, “Of course not.”

“Good, as long as you agree.”

Qiao Xuan was left speechless.

Shao Yunduan’s eyes, filled with affection, sparkled under the moonlight. A charming smile graced his handsome face, making her blush.

Confused, Qiao Xuan stammered, “But, but the auspicious day has already pa.s.sed…”

Earlier, he had mentioned that they would consummate their marriage on an auspicious day, but his plans had been disrupted by the whirlwind of his return and busy days that followed. How could he find the time?

That day had pa.s.sed without anything happening, leaving Qiao Xuan slightly disappointed. Naturally, she would never admit it to Shao Yunduan, or his ego would soar!

However, Shao Yunduan was already quite proud of himself. He chuckled and said, “So, you’ve been thinking about the auspicious day. My apologies! But don’t fret. Today is also an auspicious day!”

Qiao Xuan grew startled and blushed. Playfully, she landed a punch on his arm. “What nonsense are you talking about? You…”

“I-I am not thinking about it! You, you ”

Shao Yunduan burst into laughter. “Yes, yes, you are not thinking about me, but I am as well!”

Qiao Xuan said proudly, “That is more like it!”

As Qiao Xuan felt weightless, she realized that Shao Yunduan had already scooped her up into his arms. Startled, she instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck.

Their proximity brought their gazes together. In each other’s eyes, their reflections appeared both clear and hazy.

Their entwined gaze blurred their vision, stirred their hearts, and left their minds in a whirl.

Feeling overwhelmed, Qiao Xuan feigned composure and averted her eyes, her face and ears turning crimson.

Shao Yunduan smiled, lowered his head, and planted kisses on her cheeks, forehead, eyebrows, and finally, her lips.

Qiao Xuan’s mind went blank, her body growing limp. Her heart raced in a flurry, causing her to panic.

However, Shao Yunduan only bestowed gentle kisses upon her. Chuckling softly, he carried her towards the bedroom…

Thick curtains concealed their intimate moments, keeping them hidden from prying eyes.

Qiao Xuan drifted into a deep, restful sleep, surrendering herself to the comfort of the bed. When she finally woke up, it was already afternoon.

Sunlight filtered through the window veils, casting diagonal beams on the light green tiles. The rustling of leaves could be faintly heard as the wind brushed past.

Blushing, Qiao Xuan averted her gaze upon seeing Shao Yunduan’s smiling eyes.

Savoring the moment, Shao Yunduan tightened his embrace and brushed his lips against her face. “Are you awake?”

Today, it didn’t matter if she slept in. Qiao Xuan had no fear of gossip. Instead, she felt a heightened sense of embarra.s.sment in Shao Yunduan’s presence.