Clouds and Moon Shadow

The next day, early morning.

A ray of warm sunlight shone into the bed curtains, swayed, and fell on Gu Qingyue's face.

Her eyelashes fluttered, and finally, she opened her eyes.

It opens and then closes.

Her mind went blank for a while before she realized that she was in the new room of the Prince Li's mansion.

Thinking of the Prince Li's Mansion reminds me of last night, the most unforgettable moment of my life.

She couldn't help but blush again.

"Ah Yue is awake," a warm breath and a deep voice suddenly came from beside her ear.

Gu Qingyue turned her head and met Mu Yun Chu's handsome, raised eyebrows and smiling eyes.

Her face turned redder.

"Hmm," the voice was so low it was almost inaudible.

A low laugh rang out. Gu Qingyue tried to push him away, but found that she was being held tightly by this guy, and—cough cough—she was only wearing a thin silk undergarment.

She was showing half of her shoulder, which was practically the same as not wearing any clothes at all.

Gu Qingyue panicked a little. Recalling the scenes from last night, she dared not move.

"Ah Yue is tired. I'll get up first and get you something to eat."

Seeing that the usually carefree and bold Gu Qingyue was too shy to move, Mu Yun Chu's heart softened completely.

Stop teasing her.

Although he really didn't want to let go and wanted to stay with A-Yue forever, reason prevailed.

Gu Qingyue nodded slightly and turned her face away.

Unexpectedly, his warm lips suddenly came close and lightly touched hers.

Gu Qingyue shuddered and dared not move again.

'Hehehe-----' Mu Yunchu laughed with delight.

A moment later, Gu Qingyue watched as he sat up. His thin inner garment was loose, and a scratch mark was faintly visible on his shoulder, partially hidden by his loose black hair. The sight made her face flush, and she quickly looked away.

If there were a hole in the ground, she really wanted to crawl into it.

Gu Qingyue only turned her face away after Mu Yun Chu finished dressing and left the room.

'Sigh------'

She moved her body, but it ached terribly.

This was even more exhausting than a long-distance run; for the first time in her life, she experienced what it meant to feel weak and sore all over.

Recalling her first time last night, she incredibly foolishly used healing energy, which allowed him to continue his unbridled and reckless behavior...

She really wants to slap herself right now.

He raised his arm and looked at himself; the undergarment he was wearing was the one he had washed and put on.

As for when she fell asleep, she had no recollection whatsoever.

Ugh! How embarrassing!

She sat up, paused for a moment, and before she could even put on her clothes, she heard a noise at the door.

"princess".

It's Granny Ji.

"come in".

Gu Qingyue looked around; the bed was in a mess, but there was no way around it, she had to get up.

Hearing Granny Ji come in, she closed the door again.

Gu Qingyue felt a little relieved. At least she hadn't brought two little maids in, otherwise she would have felt really embarrassed.

Seeing that Gu Qingyue remained motionless inside the bed curtains, Granny Ji smiled.

"Your Highness, there's no need to be shy. The Prince is young and vigorous, so it's inevitable that he'll tire you out. Please rest a little longer today before getting up."

They heard everything that happened last night. As expected of a military general, it's no wonder that the princess was too tired to get up.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingyue's face, which had just regained its composure, flushed red again!

You don't have to be so clear, really! Thank you!

Just as she was wondering how to get up without feeling awkward, she heard Granny Ji continue, "Your Highness, Granny Yu from the Empress Dowager's side has come over to... collect the wedding veils."

Gu Qingyue's face turned red to the roots of her ears.

"Please wait a moment, Granny."

Gu Qingyue quickly picked up the clothes that Mu Yun Chu had left on the bedside table when she left, and began to get dressed quietly.

She couldn't bear to watch Granny Yu take the bridal veil off the bed; she had to get up!

Suddenly, the bed curtains were lifted, and Granny Ji's smiling, chrysanthemum-like face appeared before them.

"This old servant will help you get dressed," she said, taking the clothes from him.

The princess was tired, so it was only right for her to serve her. Besides, helping her get dressed was her duty.

Watching Granny Ji casually pick up a brand new undergarment, Gu Qingyue wanted to close her eyes. She had just taken off her undergarments and changed into a new one, and her clothes... were simply unbearable to look at!

Now look what's happened, Granny Ji saw everything clearly.

After getting dressed, Gu Qingyue got out of bed and was helped by Granny Ji to sit on the soft couch by the window.

"Princess Li is well," a strange voice sounded from behind.

She was Granny Yu, who served the Empress Dowager.

Gu Qingyue nodded, too lazy to speak.

She turned her head slightly and watched as Granny Yu happily inspected the bridal veil, carefully folded it, and placed it in the box. Gu Qingyue felt that her worldview must have been shattered into pieces.

Is it really necessary to be so festive?

Including Granny Ji, who was smiling equally happily next to her, sigh!

"Your Highness, the Empress Dowager has decreed that the newlyweds have had a hard time. Prince Li and Your Highness may come to the palace to express their gratitude later."

Gu Qingyue forced a smile, nodded, and told Granny Ji to quickly see her out.

These old women are really... they dare to say anything!

Just as Zhu Qing and her two maids finished helping Gu Qingyue wash up, they heard the sounds coming from the courtyard.

"Your Majesty".

It's Mu Yun Chu who's back.

"Ah Yue, why didn't you rest a little longer before getting up?"

Seeing Gu Qingyue standing by the window, Mu Yun Chu quickly came over and supported her shoulders, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes.

Gu Qingyue rolled her eyes in annoyance, not wanting to pay him any attention.

However, seeing the maids who came in behind him carrying trays, Gu Qingyue smiled again.

"Ah Yue, take a look. What do you like to eat? What don't you like?"

Mu Yunchu smiled indulgently.

Gu Qingyue looked at them and saw that they were all foods she liked to eat.

"Thank you, I like them all."

"Ah Yue, you don't need to be so polite. You are now the mistress of this Li Wang Mansion. Whatever you want or like, just tell someone to do it as soon as possible."

Mu Yun Chu couldn't help but squeeze her small hand, and suddenly remembered her beautiful face last night, her black hair scattered on the pillow... His heart fluttered.

Seeing Mu Yun Chu's eyes gradually deepen into a fiery intensity, Gu Qing Yue quickly lowered her head and ate.

This guy is getting more and more outrageous!

"I'm done eating!"

Hearing Gu Qingyue's words, Mu Yun Chu composed herself and lowered her head to put down her chopsticks.

"Butler Wen, please have someone come up."

A moment later, Butler Wen brought a large group of stewards and servants to pay their respects, which startled Gu Qingyue.

But it also made her relax.

There are only two masters in the Li Prince's mansion, but there must be more than a hundred servants!

As expected of a royal residence, it's incredibly luxurious!

"Greetings, Your Highness!" Butler Wen stepped forward, his face gentle and kind. Looking at Gu Qingyue and Mu Yun Chu standing together, his eyes were a little moist.

"Please rise, Butler Wen," Gu Qingyue nodded.

From now on, she'll have to take care of the backyard herself, and she'll need to get to know Butler Wen and the other managers better.

After they had acknowledged the managers one by one, the two returned to their room.

Seeing Mu Yun Chu turn around and close the door, Gu Qing Yue cautiously stepped back, asking, "What are you doing?"