Chapter 84 I like it, so I'm giving it to you.
Chapter 84 I like it, so I'm giving it to you.
With her head tilted slightly and eyes squinted, she was irresistible.
The wine also had a strange floral scent, but it was definitely not from peach blossoms.
She also took the half of the gourd ladle, brought it to her nose and smelled it; it wasn't as spicy as she had imagined.
She lifted the ladle, brought it to her lips, and took a small sip; it was sweet.
Yan Ruoyu gently pulled, and the red rope in the middle became taut.
Zhongli Yueluo didn't want the wine to spill, so she leaned forward.
Yan Ruoyu seemed to be doing it on purpose; she kept getting closer and closer to him.
His eyes were misty, his long eyelashes trembled, and his expression was obscured.
His voice was deep and hoarse as he softly asked, "Would the princess like to try half of mine?"
Zhongli Yueluo thought, "Aren't they all the same? Why should I try his?"
However, after thinking about it, I still decided to exchange with him.
But his wrist simply went through her hand and wrapped around her.
It's supposed to be a toast, but it's a gourd ladle, so big, it's kind of funny.
The two looked up and drank, but after taking a sip, they still felt uncomfortable and slowly separated.
Out of curiosity, I took a small sip of the wine in Yan Ruoyu's hand; it was slightly bitter and spicy.
It was clearly poured from a bottle, so is there some secret to this ladle?
After she finished drinking it, her expression changed, and she even choked a few times, her face turning bright red.
He frowned and asked, "Why is yours bitter and spicy, while mine is sweet and mellow?"
"This wine is about the state of mind. You may be as sweet as honey right now, while I am as bitter as this wine."
A hint of bitterness crept into his smile.
Zhongli Yueluo gradually realized that Yan Ruoyu might be angry with her because of the Su brothers.
She placed her hand on the back of his hand: "Then drink mine, mine is sweet."
“Princess, you really don’t understand.” He lightly touched her eyebrows with his finger, then traced her features on his face with his large hand.
Her skin was soft, silky, and cool.
Looking into her eyes again, they shone like stars, giving one the feeling of being instantly captivated.
"Ruoyu, it seems like you're already drunk after only a few drinks." She gently placed his hand on the table.
"Does the princess dislike my touch?" He withdrew his hand, his eyes icy cold.
"No, that's not it." Zhongli Yueluo explained repeatedly, never expecting that men could be jealous of each other.
She felt that she had struck the right balance in her interactions with him.
He doesn't like excessive intimacy, and he always keeps his distance. So what's wrong with him now?
He took two more sips of the bitter wine, then put the ladle down.
She took a deep breath, regained her usual expression, her eyes narrowed with a smile, though the smile didn't reach her eyes.
"Princess, where shall we go next?" The fan was tucked into her waistband as she bent down.
Extending her hand, Zhongli Yueluo hesitated before placing her hand on his.
It was getting dark outside, and the lanterns along the streets were gradually being lit.
She looked into his eyes and saw herself reflected in them.
For a moment, she could no longer hear the noise outside.
It was as if he was the only one in the world.
It is said that the fox clan is good at seduction, but the zheng clan is not so patient either.
She gripped his hand tightly, and he naturally took her hand in his, enveloping it in his palm.
In a gentle tone: "Princess, it's getting dark."
She looked closely and saw two blushes on his face, probably from drinking earlier.
However, he was still conscious and not drunk.
She moved closer to him and straightened his collar.
He reached out and presented a robe: "Princess, it's chilly at night."
Zhongli Yueluo took the cloak and draped it over Yan Ruoyu.
She nestled into his arms: "If I'm cold, I'll come inside?" She turned back and smiled, her eyes sparkling with affection.
Yan Ruoyu was taken aback, wondering if she herself didn't know how seductive it was to say such things?
Or perhaps she never considered him her husband at all?
The two walked out hand in hand, and it appeared that she was leading him.
At that very moment, the lights in the distance slowly came on, illuminating a path for them.
His Adam's apple bobbed, his steps moved in sync with hers, and she pointed to the lights in the distance.
“There are a lot of lights gathered over there, and that’s where I’m going to put the lights out tonight.”
"Although it's already dark, there's still a while before the lanterns are released. Why don't we stroll around the streets for a bit?"
Her eyes held a hint of expectation, fearing that Zhongli Yueluo would refuse.
"Okay, I've never actually come out to the lantern festival in previous years, I've always..."
He seemed to be recalling some painful past events, and a layer of gloom clouded his eyes.
Then he turned to Yan Ruoyu with a smile and said, "This is the first time I've ever properly strolled around a lantern festival outside."
As I walked on, I saw a large crowd gathered around, but most of them were in pairs.
It seemed they were guessing riddles. She had initially thought not to join in the fun, but Yan Ruoyu said, "That lantern is very beautiful."
It was a totem of their Yaolu tribe, a particularly exquisitely woven deer antler lantern. It was beautiful, but I never expected Yan Ruoyu to like it.
"Go guess?"
The two squeezed into the crowd, but everyone seemed to be making way for them.
Even if you recognize their faces, you might not have had enough fun.
In the end, they obtained the lantern with ease.
Zhongli Yueluo held it in her hand for a while, then handed it to Yan Ruoyu: "Here you go."
"Give it to me? So the princess doesn't like it. I thought you did." He put the lamp away.
"I like it, that's why I'm giving it to you." Zhongli Yueluo quickly explained when she saw his expression change slightly.
Afterwards, they continued along the street, with him holding Zhongli tightly as they weaved through the crowd.
A deep voice sounded in her ear: "Princess, be careful not to get jostled."
"With you here, who would crowd me?"
She turned around with sparkling eyes, still holding the candy she had just bought, and took a lick of it.
He met Zhongli Yueluo's bright eyes, his heart softened, and the corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up: "Yes."
The colorful lights accentuated his handsome features, and Zhongli Yueluo was momentarily stunned.
Yan Ruoyu felt a little embarrassed by her gaze and turned her head away.
But he couldn't help glancing at her out of the corner of his eye, and coughed lightly: "Princess, watch where you're going."
Just then, several children burst out from in front, running wildly.
Just as she was about to bump into Zhongli Yueluo, Yan Ruoyu pulled her into his arms and wrapped his arms tightly around her waist.
Zhongli Yueluo placed her hands on his shoulders, looking somewhat awkward.
Passersby who had stopped nearby were watching them, and after noticing their gaze, they covered their mouths and chuckled.
Zhongli Yueluo gently pushed him away: "No, it's nothing."
Yan Ruoyu held her tightly as they walked forward and picked a lantern.
"This is for the princess; consider it an exchange with you earlier."
She blushed, lowered her eyes, and took the lamp, staring blankly at the blue deer painted on it.
I have a feeling he's trying to hide something.
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