My Bratty Wife
Chapter 123 - Hundred And Twenty Three

Chapter 123: Chapter Hundred And Twenty Three

After a few hours of rest from their endeavors in the early hours dawn, Suzy untangled herself from Ryan’s arm, stood up and went to the mirror, her body covered with love bites from her neck to her thighs. Ryan came behind her, giving her a soft kiss on the neck. "Are you alright?" he asked.

She turned to him, her expression a mixture of annoyance and embarrassment. "Do I look alright to you?"

He smiled. "Yes, you look beautiful." He said, looking at how she stood before him still unclad.

She rolled her eyes. "See what you did to me? What will the servants whisper when they see me like this?" She asked, her finger tracing her skin looking for any love bite she missed while searching her body.

Ryan chuckled. "Everyone already knows what we’ve been doing. You made it easier for them."

Suzy asked, confused, "What do you mean?"

Ryan touched each love bite with a feathered touch. "You were moaning my name all through the night and this morning," he said, his voice filled with amusement as he whispered to her ears. "I’m sure all of Carleton must have heard you and I must commend you, you had the sweetest moan. It kept me going."

Suzy looked at him with annoyance, shock and embarrassment.

"Why are you acting all innocent?" He asked. "You scratched my back like a captured hawk trying to escape. I have more scars than when I was training as a lad."

He grabbed her waist, touching her hair as he kissed her forehead. "So don’t fret about it," he said. "It will be gone in time."

Suzy nodded, her anger slowly subsiding. She caressed his cheek. "You’re impossible," she said, smiling.

He carried her back to the bed. "I need to freshen up," he said. "I have matters to attend to. You can stay here to regain your strength."

Suzy snuggled into the pillows. "I’m fine," she replied. "Just a little sore."

Ryan smiled. "I’m sorry. I was a little rough on you. Next time, I’ll be gentler except you tell me otherwise." he said. "But you will be fine, get some rest." He kissed her forehead and went to the bathroom.

Moments later, he came out with a towel wrapped around his waist, drying himself. Suzy lay in bed, looking at him like a hungry lioness waiting to pounce on her prey.

He proceeded to wear his shirt, pants, and boots. As he styled his hair, his eyes drifted to Suzy’s. He just loved the way she looked at him, but he had to focus on what was at hand.

"If you keep looking at me in that manner," he said, "I may have no other choice than to make love to you again until you beg me to stop."

But then he sighed. "But I must go. Forgive me, I’ll have to leave you for a short time."

He walked to her side and gave her a searing kiss. Then, he left, leaving Suzy alone in the bed.

In a short while, she heard a knock on the door. "Who’s there?" she asked.

"It is Doris, Milady," a female voice responded. "I’m here with other maids to prepare your bath."

Suzy adjusted herself under the covers before telling Doris to enter.

Doris came in with some fresh clothes, a pair of shoes, and some jewelry. The other maids came in with herbal flower petals for the soreness between her legs, her lavender perfume, and breakfast.

One of the maids, Clara, told her, "His grace instructed us to bring breakfast to you because he will be having breakfast in the study."

Suzy nodded.

After laying the clothes and other things down, the maids prepared a warm bath and sprinkled the petals on top. Then, they bowed and left, leaving only Doris.

Doris smiled at Suzy. "Would you like me to help you get ready, Milady?" she asked.

Suzy nodded. "Thank you," she replied.

Doris helped her to the bathroom, where a warm bath awaited her. She carefully lowered Suzy into the tub, making sure she was comfortable. Then, she poured the lavender-scented water over Suzy’s body.

Suzy closed her eyes and relaxed. Doris gently scrubbed her body with a soft loofah, washing away the sweat and dirt of last night. The warm water and the soothing scent of lavender soothed her body and mind. She felt refreshed and rejuvenated.

After her bath, Doris helped Suzy dry off and get dressed. She put on a light robe and slippers, then sat down at the table.

Doris brought her a plate of eggs, bacon, and a cup of tea. Suzy ate her breakfast slowly, enjoying the taste of the food. She didn’t eat anything last night and was so occupied with what her and Ryan were doing.

After the meal, Doris helped her get dressed. She put on a beautiful gown made of silk, with intricate lace detailing. The gown was a soft shade of blue, which complemented Suzy’s fair skin and auburn hair. Doris also helped her put on a pair of delicate earrings and a matching necklace.

When Suzy was dressed, Doris helped her with her hair. She was stunned to see how Suzy’s hair was so tangled and frizzy. She took her time brushing each curls then putting it in a low bun just as some loose curls escaped, framing her face perfectly.

"You look beautiful, Milady," Doris said.

Suzy smiled. "Thank you," she replied.

When she was finished, she stood up and stretched. She felt much better now.

Doris asked her, "Those red marks on your body, do they hurt?"

Suzy replied, "No."

Doris asked another question, her eyes staring at the floor, "I heard you screaming last night. Did His Grace do something cruel to you?"

Suzy smiled. "Yes, he did the cruelest thing anyone has ever done to me."

Doris stared at Suzy, confused at why she was happy that the Duke had been cruel to her.

Sensing her confusion, Suzy told her, "Don’t worry about it. When the time comes, you will understand. Just know I’m fine and I’ve never been better than I am now."

Doris smiled.

Suzy walked towards the door and stopped in her tracks. "Call the maids to change the sheets," she said. "They’re stained with blood."

With that, she left.