Chapter 278 - 276: Numb, Completely Numb (Second Update)

Chapter 278: Chapter 276: Numb, Completely Numb (Second Update)

Xu Jing’s lips twitched slightly; she was just about to ask why the conversation suddenly veered in this direction when the little one in her arms, as if hearing something inspiring, suddenly shivered, sat up straight, extended three fingers, and said earnestly, "I want three younger siblings."

Xu Jing: "..."

Zhao Shao Hua gave him a surprised look, then burst into laughter, "You little one have quite the appetite. Aren’t you afraid your mom will forget about you once she has younger siblings?"

Xiao Huai’an apparently hadn’t thought about this issue, and was momentarily stunned. Then, he quickly put his small hands behind his back and shook his head vigorously, "Then I don’t want younger siblings, not even one!"

However, he really wanted siblings to play with. Mom and Dad were often busy, and Xianyun said that if he had siblings, he would have someone to play with; if he had many siblings, he would have many playmates.

Before coming here today, Xianyun had sneakily told him to make sure to ask Mom and Dad for a few siblings, saying they loved him and would definitely agree.

After pondering for a moment, he timidly extended one finger and said weakly, "Maybe... just one? I want... I want a sister! Boys should let girls have their way. If it’s a sister, and Mom and Dad sometimes forget about me... it’s okay!"

Although he was already mentally prepared, Xiao Huai’an still said the last sentence with a pained expression.

Hiding at the door, Xianyun, who had been anxious, clenched his fist upon hearing this.

Young Lord, truly experienced!

As the Lord’s close confidant, he naturally sensed something amiss behind the Lord and Miss Xu’s remarriage.

And what he wanted to do was make this remarriage between the Lord and Miss Xu real, even more real than pure gold!

Xianyun couldn’t help but clench his fist, looking up at the sky with determination.

The moment to test my loyalty has finally arrived!

I will not disappoint everyone!

Zhao Shao Hua was thoroughly amused by the little one’s antics and looked at Xu Jing with a mischievous grin, "Did you hear that? You and Yan Ci need to work hard."

Xu Jing: "..."

Can she still kick this guy out now?

He seriously dug a big pit for her and Xiao Yi...

Returning to Zhao Shao Hua, after mentioning Xiao Yi, she couldn’t help but remember what Xiao Yi whispered in her ear before leaving, saying he had something to tell her later.

Her thoughts scattered a little.

She wondered what he wanted to say.

After Zhao Shao Hua and Cheng Qingqing, others came to see Xu Jing. Originally hoping for a good rest, Xu Jing finally realized the ancient truth that getting married is a torment no one can escape, sparking her determination to greet each guest energetically one by one.

Xiao Yi entertained guests outside while Xu Jing hosted inside.

Finally, as night fell, Xiao Yi entered with a flushed face amid a group of people urging him on.

He originally didn’t want to drink today, wishing to remain completely sober, but regrettably, the insistence of the Zhao brothers and Xiao He led him to have a few drinks.

Before he returned, Xu Jing had already put the veil back on. Seeing the woman quietly seated inside waiting for him, Xiao Yi’s heart surged once more. Under the crowd’s encouragement, he approached and took the Jade Ruyi from the tray held by the wedding maid, gently lifting the red veil from Xu Jing’s head.

Immediately, a face more exquisite and charming than usual appeared before his eyes, making his already slightly confused mind from the alcohol seem to stall for a few seconds. His breathing even turned irregular.

Led by Zhao Jingming, several young men immediately jeered loudly, clamoring to get closer to see the bride. Xiao Yi inexplicably felt displeased and directly stood in front of Xu Jing, casting a cold glance at them, "Had enough fun today?"

Everyone was momentarily stunned, looking at each other, then resumed their revelry even more enthusiastically.

"Oh my, Xiao Qilang isn’t allowing us to see the bride now? When else have we seen Xiao Qilang so protective?"

"Oh no, among the young nobles of Western Capital, there’s another henpecked husband emerging! Where is the dignity of us men?"

"Sigh, you know, Miss Xu can handle even the fiercest criminals, let alone little Xiao Qi, hahaha!"

Seeing the situation about to spiral out of control, Xiao He finally stepped in, forcibly calming down a group of young men who were excited at finally getting one over on Xiao Yi.

Finally, along with Zhao Jingming’s brothers, he chased the group out, giving Xiao Yi a meaningful look as he closed the door, "Spring night is worth a thousand gold."

With that, he firmly shut the door.

Xiao Yi: "..."

These people are really getting bold; previously, besides Xiao He, who always had issues, who dared to speak to him like this?

Once everyone left, the large bridal chamber suddenly quieted down.

Breathing in the faint scent of medicine mixed with warmth in the air, Xiao Yi suddenly felt a bit lightheaded again.

Even at this moment, he still found it hard to believe that Jing had... become his wife once more...

He once again had the legitimate right to stand by her side and be close to her.

Xu Jing, unaware of the man’s complicated thoughts, was relieved to see everyone finally gone. She stretched lazily on the bed and, looking at Xiao Yi not far away, was suddenly overwhelmed by a burst of indescribable emotions. She cleared her throat lightly and said, "Vice Minister Xiao, no matter what happens tonight, we’ll have to make do for a night. It’s almost November, and it’s getting cold. This bed seems quite big, so if you don’t mind, we can just make do on this bed for the night..."

Anyway, they already had a child, so chatting under the blanket all night wasn’t a big deal.

Xiao Yi instantly returned to his senses, glanced at the woman on the bed, and felt his face heat up unbearably. He couldn’t tell if it was the alcohol hitting him inopportunely or Xu Jing’s suggestive words.

Instead of responding to Xu Jing’s words, he turned and walked to the long couch. But because of his dizziness, he stumbled a bit, almost falling.

"Hey!"

Xu Jing quickly stood up.

But in the next second, the man steadied himself, walked to the bed, picked up the tea kettle on the small table, poured himself a cup of warm tea, and drank it in one gulp. He then poured another cup, sat on the bed, and with a slightly flushed yet exceptionally earnest face, looked at Xu Jing and said, "Jing, I have something to tell you."

Xu Jing: "..."

Drunk as he was, he still insisted on talking seriously.

This version of Xiao Yi was strangely adorable. Xu Jing tried hard to suppress her rising smile and seriously sat back down, "Alright, go ahead."

"Well..."

Before he could get a word out, the wedding maid rushed in with Nanny Wen, Chunyang, Chunxiang, and others, cheerfully saying, "The two newlyweds, come drink the wedding wine, wishing you a harmonious union, everlasting joy, and a hundred years of happiness!"

Seeing Xiao Yi’s rare dumbfounded expression, Xu Jing couldn’t help but laugh. Xiao Yi snapped out of it, and upon seeing Xu Jing’s charming and lively smile, the slight displeasure that had arisen in him instantly disappeared, leaving his black eyes with a gentle, helpless smile. He walked over and, cooperating with the wedding maid, drank the wedding wine with Xu Jing.

Then, the attendants helped Xu Jing take off her hairpins, remove her makeup, quickly wash up, and change into comfortable clothes before she returned to the room.

In the room, Xiao Yi had also changed into a loose, casual stone-blue robe, his black hair casually tied with a matching ribbon, and a faint scent of water lingered on him, indicating he had washed as well.

Seeing such a completely relaxed and unguarded Xiao Yi for the first time, Xu Jing was momentarily taken aback, staring at him intently.

Xiao Yi, under her gaze, felt the alcohol that had barely subsided roll over him again. He unconsciously walked to the bed and patted the spot next to him, softly saying, "Jing, come over, let’s finish our conversation from earlier..."

Before he could finish, Nanny Wen re-entered with Chunyang, Chunxiang, and others, bringing some food, "Lord, Lady, neither of you has eaten properly today. Let us serve you some food."

Xiao Yi: "..."

Getting interrupted again and again would irritate even someone as composed as Xiao Yi.