Demoted from wife to concubine? Reborn, the mistress of a noble family plots another high-status mar

Chapter 49

"I want you to stay, my lord, but I'm afraid you are only concerned about the Southern Qiang princess and have no intention of staying."

As a woman confined to the inner quarters, without a man's affection or children, her life was over.

So you finally know how to back down?

Shen Yue smiled slightly, in a very good mood. "Of course I won't let Bao'er be sad. If you hadn't come to me today, I wouldn't have come to your courtyard."

"Well, that's good. Please enjoy your meal, my lord. I'm full." Yun Xiyue breathed a sigh of relief and got up to go into the inner room.

In Shen Yue's view, she hid away because she was sad and disappointed because he rejected her.

Shen Yue felt a little irritated. Why should he care whether Yun Xiyue was sad or upset? He had never had any feelings for her in the first place.

"My lord, the old lady says you should stay at the Purple Bamboo Garden tonight and rest well." At this moment, Madam Li had someone quickly bring ginseng soup.

Shen Yue understood his mother's meaning; she hoped he and Yun Xiyue would consummate their marriage soon. However, he had been very busy these past two days and simply didn't have the energy. But if he didn't stay today, his mother and the others would definitely nag him tomorrow. Just thinking about it annoyed him, so he drank the ginseng soup without much thought.

The servants all left.

Before long, Shen Yue felt hot all over and realized that his mother had added something to the soup.

"Yunxi Yue..."

He hasn't left yet?

"My lord, you cannot go in. Madam has already gone to bed," Qingmei hurriedly stopped him.

"Get out of my way! She is my wife... Why can't I go in?"

Shen Yue's mouth was dry, and he instantly recalled the feeling of holding Yun Xiyue that day. The woman was sweet and soft, and the thought made him feel even more uncomfortable. He wanted to rush in and tear off her clothes so he could taste her.

Qingmei desperately tried to stop her, "Madam..."

Shen Yue lost his patience, pushed her aside, and walked in.

Inside the boudoir, a woman wearing a thin, sheer dress revealed her shapely figure.

"Yunxi Yue... I knew you were playing hard to get."

"Since you've gone to such lengths to consummate your marriage with me, then I'll grant your wish today."

The closer you get, the sweeter the aroma becomes.

The woman took the initiative to approach him, calling him "Lord Marquis" in a sweet and charming voice that was so alluring it could melt a man's heart.

Under the influence of the drug, Shen Yue became even more uncontrollable. In an instant, he was like a wild horse breaking free of its reins, rushing forward to pin the woman down and tearing off her clothes.

"My lord... don't worry."

The candlelight was dim, and only the woman's figure could be vaguely seen.

Shen Yue lowered his head and kissed the woman's lips.

"My lord..."

A night of absurdity passed, and dawn broke in the blink of an eye.

"Madam, Madam Lin has arrived. She says she wants to see the Marquis."

Yun Xiyue smiled and said, "Let her in."

Lin Bao'er learned that Shen Yue had slept in Zizhu Garden last night and was in a bad mood this morning, so she rushed over.

Upon entering, I saw Yunxi Yue drinking tea in the courtyard, looking very relaxed and carefree.

"Sister, where is the Marquis?"

Yun Xiyue smiled and said, "Perhaps he was too tired last night and hasn't gotten up yet. Princess, your arrival is just in time. Please go in and help the Marquis get dressed!"

"..."

Lin Bao'er found it strange, but when she heard her say that the Marquis was exhausted, she felt a tightness in her chest. It was already this late and he still hadn't gotten up? Had he been up with Yun Xiyue until dawn last night?

She was filled with jealousy and anger, and hurriedly went inside to find Shen Yue.