newbobooks Chapter 219 The actions gradually became more and more unrestrained
Chapter 219 The actions gradually became more and more unrestrained
Xie Yanli's Adam's apple bobbed, but he didn't move. Instead, he looked into her eyes and asked.
"Madam gave the children coral and me a pearl belt. What about Madam herself? Did she keep any gifts for herself?"
Qin Jiuwei smiled and said, "Of course I do."
She wouldn't let herself suffer, no matter who else was at a disadvantage.
As she spoke, Qin Jiuwei took out a string of pearl necklaces from her sleeve.
Each pearl is perfectly round and lustrous white, with a pigeon-blood ruby prominently displayed in the center, like a drop of congealed blood fallen on the snow.
"Madam has excellent taste; this pearl necklace is both luxurious and beautiful."
Xie Yanli took the necklace from her hand. "How about I put it on for you, Madam?"
Before Qin Jiuwei could speak, the cool pearls were already pressed against her neck.
Xie Yanli stood behind her, his fingers slowly moving along the pearl, his fingertips lightly brushing against the skin on the back of her neck.
The neckline of her nightgown slid down half an inch with her movements, revealing half of her snow-white shoulder.
Qin Jiu trembled slightly, her breathing quickened slightly, and a faint blush rose on her cheeks.
Tiny shivers gradually rose on her smooth, creamy skin.
"Don't move." He suddenly grabbed her waist as she tried to dodge, his warm breath brushing against the stray hairs behind her ear. "The silk knot is the most difficult to fasten, my lady, please be patient."
Qin Jiuwei: ……
The one who started this! And she has the nerve to say she's impatient!
She glanced up unintentionally and saw overlapping figures reflected in the bronze mirror.
Xie Yanli's eyes were lowered, and he seemed to be focused on reading official documents.
But his burning palm was clearly pressed against her waist, and the heat emanating from it through the thin silk was completely at odds with his pale face.
The ruby dangled between her collarbones, swaying gently like a flame burning in her heart.
Xie Yanli suddenly chuckled: "This ruby makes your neck look even whiter, Madam."
As she spoke, she reached out and fiddled with the red jade pendant, her fingertips brushing against her throbbing pulse.
"You're all dressed up." Xie Yanli stepped back half a step, his gaze lingering on her.
The light pink nightgown clung to her body, making her look as delicate as a peach blossom.
The pearls around her neck made her even more beautiful and charming, like a painting of a lady, every move she made exuded charm.
"Madam..." Xie Yanli's voice was low and hoarse as he placed his palm on her lower back.
The unfinished words disappeared between their suddenly close lips.
At first, it was just a light touch, but as Qin Jiuwei responded, his actions gradually became more unrestrained, and the kisses became deeper and deeper.
His hand slid from her shoulder to her waist, pulling her tightly into his arms as if he wanted to merge her into his own body.
Qin Jiuwei was a little breathless from his kiss, and her hands unconsciously climbed onto his shoulders, her fingertips exerting a little force, as if seeking support.
The pale pink fabric slipped down, revealing her fair shoulders.
Xie Yanli's kisses traveled down her neck, his warm breath spraying onto her skin, sending shivers down her spine.
Qin Jiuwei finally couldn't help but let out a soft groan, her voice delicate and weak.
The candle suddenly burst into flame, casting an eerie glow on the pearl necklace on the ground.
"Husband..."
Qin Jiuwei's body grew increasingly limp, her consciousness gradually being swallowed up, leaving her completely at his mercy, immersed in the gentle warmth of the flickering candlelight...
The twelve shimmering white beads glowed with a warm light in the candlelight, illuminating the entire room.
The next morning, at Yi'an Courtyard.
"The rouge shop lost three hundred taels last month, and the estate..."
Lady Hou held the account book in her hand and spoke softly.
At the end of each month, she would go to Madam Xie's room to report in detail on all the income and expenses of the household.
Before she could finish speaking, the Lady Hou suddenly felt an itch in her throat and coughed softly a few times.
"Cough...cough cough!"
The maid immediately stepped forward to serve tea, which the Lady Hou accepted with trembling hands, managing to gulp down a few mouthfuls.
After drinking a few sips of tea, Lady Hou not only did not feel better, but her cough worsened.
She coughed repeatedly, as if her internal organs were being torn apart.
Lady Hou's body trembled violently, and her face turned ashen instantly.
Upon seeing this, Madam Xie's expression immediately changed: "What's going on? Quick, sit down!"
Just as Lady Hou was about to sit down, she was struck by another violent cough.
Then, "Pfft"—
A mouthful of blood suddenly sprayed onto the ledger, its crimson color glaringly obvious!
"Good heavens, what's going on!" Old Madam Xie exclaimed in shock, standing up abruptly. "Quick, go fetch the family physician!"
The maid immediately stepped forward and supported the nearly paralyzed Lady Hou, and the entire Yi'an Courtyard instantly descended into chaos.
The physician arrived quickly and, after carefully examining her pulse, said with a grave expression: "Madam's condition has been delayed for too long, and her internal organs have already been damaged. If she were to suffer further mental and physical strain now, it would only worsen her condition."
"The most important thing now is to rest and recuperate. You must not worry or overwork yourself, otherwise..."
The physician didn't continue, but everyone understood.
Madam Xie's expression was grave. After a moment of contemplation, she said in a low voice, "Zhiyi, your health can't continue like this. As for the housekeeper's matter..."
Before she could finish speaking, Lady Hou hurriedly looked up and said, "No, Mother-in-law, I can still hold on!"
She fought tooth and nail for this management position; how could she be willing to just hand it over like that!
Her health had always been poor, and after giving birth to Xie Wanning, she was constantly plagued by minor illnesses.
Several months ago, when Xie Yanli was about to get married, her condition was already very serious.
She knew that if she fell ill, Old Madam Xie would most likely hand over the power of managing the household to her new daughter-in-law.
She doesn't want to!
She's managed the household for so many years, how can she just hand it over so easily!
So she gritted her teeth and drank the potent medicine, forcibly suppressing her symptoms in the shortest possible time.
Before Qin Jiuwei married into the family, he regained his footing and continued to firmly grasp the power of managing the household.
But she still underestimated the potential harm of the drug.
Her illness has worsened...
"Hold on?" Old Madam Xie frowned. "If you keep holding on, you might even lose your life! You know how complicated things are in the Marquis's mansion, how can you possibly manage?"
The Lady Hou's fingertips almost dug into her palm.
Madam Xie made the final decision, "Listen to me, you should focus on recovering. Once you've recovered, you can continue managing the household."
Lady Hou bit her lower lip tightly, a struggle flashing in her eyes.