After returning to the courtyard from Mrs. Cheng'en, Pei Jinting slowly changed his clothes and leaned leisurely on the Arhat couch.
Gu Qingyuan glanced at him, thought about it, and felt that she still owed him a thank you.
So he pursed his lips lightly and said,
"Thank you for coming here just now, sorry for bothering you."
He would appear in Mrs. Chengen's yard, and she knew he was there to rescue her.
With Mrs. Chengen's power and superior status in Kyoto, it is not too easy to torment her.
It was just some cold words, and she thought it was nothing.
As for the underlying meaning of her words, she didn't take it to heart.
Gu Qingyuan certainly didn't want to end up becoming enemies with Mrs. Chengen after she separated from Pei Jinting.
If Mrs. Chengen's mansion could endure Pei Jinting, there would be no need to speak in front of her.
It's just that Mrs. Cheng'en is acting like this today. Does she want her to retreat from the difficulties and get together with Pei Jinting?
She was a little confused.
However, it was Pei Jinting's kindness after all. Although he didn't know how many days were left, he could spend the day happily.
It's much better than being depressed about each other.
"You're quite polite." After hearing this, Pei Jinting just raised his eyelids casually.
However, Gu Qingyuan felt that he was not in a good mood.
His temperament is really unpredictable.
She looked at Pei Jinting's expression, thought for a while, and finally asked,
"Why are you angry?"
When he just brought her out, he walked very fast, not caring whether she could keep up.
She felt that since she had said a few days ago that she would get along well with him and resolve conflicts, she must understand his thoughts.
Staring at Gu Qingyuan's serious expression, Pei Jinting sighed helplessly,
"Gu Yuanyuan. You should understand that everyone has tempers and emotions, so don't always hold them back."
In fact, in most cases, even if she is deliberately angered by him, she will not have a particularly big reaction.
Outsiders may think this is her gentleness and tolerance.
But in fact, there is a barrier between her and everyone.
Even in the Gu family, she probably doesn't have a real sense of belonging.
Gu Qingyuan's world is clearly divided, and she will care about people who treat her well.
And those who treat her badly will never show any emotion at all.
Just like Mrs. Cheng'en, no matter whether he goes today or not, in her eyes, he is probably no different from a stranger.
She just treated their ill intentions calmly.
There is no sadness at all, not even too much anger.
Even if Mrs. Cheng'en sends ten maids to their courtyard today, she will accept it calmly.
Pei Jinting stood up, pulled her over and sat next to him.
"No one should be perfect. Even if you have a little emotion, you can let it out. Don't hold it in."
"I left quickly today, otherwise you would have prepared to bring back some concubines."
"Are you a fool? Don't you know how to resist?"
Pei Jinting had the feeling of hating that iron cannot become steel.
He leaned over slightly and gently held her chin.
Pei Jinting's heart ached when she thought of the coldness she encountered at Mrs. Cheng'en's house today.
On the Arhat couch next to the window, a breeze blew from outside. When the man's straight forehead and handsome nose pressed against her, there was still a hint of cold and numb warmth, which instantly spread to all his limbs.
The two looked at each other, their deep, pitch-black eyes seemed to be soaked in ink, and they couldn't see to the bottom when they stared at each other.
He put his calloused thumb against his cheek, and Gu Qingyuan felt a faint itching coming from the calluses on his fingertips, and her body trembled slightly.
She really wanted to ask Pei Jinting if he didn't have concubines in the past?
Just like the bride you snatched away before...
Whether it's in his villa or the Pei family's backyard.
She didn't seem to see a maid serving him.
But she just said that she wanted to resolve the conflict. If she really asked, this person would be unhappy again, right?
Gu Qingyuan stared blankly at his handsome silhouette.
"What? I'm good-looking?" The man curled his lips. His charming peach blossom eyes were filled with a spreading smile, and he pinched her face.
Gu Qingyuan nodded, "Yeah. It looks good."
His tone was firm and his expression was serious.
Her attitude made Pei Jinting feel unnatural for a moment. The man let go of her and coughed lightly.
"Gu Yuanyuan, won't you be shy at this time?"
"But he's really good-looking." Gu Qingyuan blinked. How could a man who was so handsome and brave and independent from the world not be good-looking that all the ladies in the capital wanted to marry?
Pei Jinting snorted lightly, showing no emotion.
"You have a good sense."
Gu Qingyuan frowned lightly and caught a glimpse of his faintly red ears.
Could this... be shy?
Pei Jinting is shy?
Before Gu Qingyuan could figure it out, Pei Jinting stretched out his hand, hugged her and sat on his lap.
"I just saved you from the siege and made you look beautiful. I wonder what kind of thank you gift Yuanyuan can give?"
Gu Qingyuan sat down and quickly adjusted her posture.
But Pei Jinting's knees moved intentionally, and Gu Qingyuan grabbed his shoulders and dared not move any more.
"Husband and wife are one, what's the point of thanking each other? Besides, didn't we already thank you just now?"
Pei Jinting put one arm on Gu Qingyuan's side and said seriously,
"As the admiral of the Five Cities Army and Horses Division, the most important thing is to make clear rewards and punishments. Any mistakes will be punished, and merits will be rewarded."
"You have done such a great service for your husband, so why don't you feel guilty if you can't reward her with a round gift?"
"My husband feels that there is only one way to achieve this great feat."
If Gu Qingyuan didn't know his intention at first, after listening to his words, she already understood what he wanted to do.
She was so embarrassed that she pushed his arm away.
"I have already verbally thanked you."
Gu Qingyuan once again regretted that she shouldn't have said thank you just now.
Otherwise, this man would not push his nose to the face and climb along the pole.
Pei Jinting chuckled, "My husband doesn't agree with that."
He immediately took advantage of her strength and skillfully untied her clothes.
"My husband's contribution is priceless. Since you thank me verbally, my husband will reluctantly accept it. But the method must be decided by my husband."
Gu Qingyuan's clothes were soon torn to pieces by Pei Jinting. He sat up with her in his arms, turned around and put her on the low cabinet next to the couch.
Gu Qingyuan suddenly thought of something and said quickly,
"Wait a minute, why are you here..."
She didn't have time to say the rest.
It was swallowed.
She beat Pei Jinting on the shoulder hatefully,
"Let me down quickly. It can't work here..."
Pei Jinting felt the force of her punch on his shoulder and said happily,
"Yuanyuan looks very strong, which is great."
In front of the large dressing table with splendid carved beams, there is a man, neatly dressed and tall.
Women's skirts are stacked beside the dressing table, layer upon layer, gorgeous and blurry.
Suddenly, a restrained shout suddenly stopped, and the hem of his sleeves swept across the table.
Gold, pearls and emeralds jingle and jingle, scattering all over the floor.
"Gu Yuanyuan. Follow me..."
Gu Qingyuan's crimson cheeks lay on the jade gauze pillow, as if she heard a murmur.
It seems like a very important sentence.
It seemed like it was a path she had never imagined.