Reborn as a Happy Wife in a Rural Family
Chapter 100 Xiao Yunjing Rushes Back

Chapter 100: Chapter 100 Xiao Yunjing Rushes Back

Gu Qingli burped and returned to her room. Just then, Da Bai wiggled his chubby bottom and pounced, propping his front paws on her calves. He stuck out his tongue and stared at her with wide, round tiger eyes, fawning and acting cute.

"Well now, Da Bai," Gu Qingli said, not even registering the impropriety of her words, "did you take an aphrodisiac today? Why are you so excited?" She put down the box and stroked Da Bai’s fur.

Da Bai clearly enjoyed this treatment, closing his eyes and PURRING contentedly.

Gu Qingli also narrowed her eyes in pleasure.

When Wuqing brought in the water, she saw both human and tiger squinting—one with her eyes closed in comfort, the other with hers half-shut from the lingering effects of the alcohol.

Wuqing thought to herself, I must never let the Mistress drink alcohol again. With her low tolerance, what if something happened when no one was around?

"Mistress, come," Wuqing said, helping her sit up on the bed. "Let this servant wash you so you can sleep comfortably."

Gu Qingli nodded, allowing Wuqing to wash her. Once finished, Wuqing helped her into bed, covered her with a blanket, then carried Da Bai out and gently closed the door.

Gu Qingli turned over, mumbling something, then smelled Xiao Yunjing’s scent and fell back asleep.

「That night」

The people of Qinghe Village were deep in slumber when suddenly, a tall figure shot forth from the darkness.

The visitor flew into the Xiao Family courtyard and stood before Gu Qingli’s door.

"Who’s there?"

Wuqing, hearing a faint sound, immediately flew from her room to confront the newcomer. Gu Qingli’s door wasn’t bolted tonight, only pushed to, so Wuqing had remained on high alert.

"It’s me."

A deep male voice sounded.

"Ah? Young Master!" Wuqing exclaimed in surprise. The Young Master returned without sending any word! Could it be that he rushed back for the Mistress’s birthday celebration today? Ah, the Young Master is so good to the Mistress. Wuqing was deeply moved at the thought.

"Quick, go heat some water for me."

"Alright!" Wuqing regained her senses and hurried off, her footsteps quick.

At this moment, the light in Ms. Jiang’s room came on.

Seeing this, Xiao Yunjing had no choice but to put down his bundle and stride towards the main room.

"Mother."

"Why are you back, San?" Ms. Jiang asked, putting on her clothes, her eyes still heavy with sleep. She pulled Xiao Yunjing to sit down, looking him over, inspecting his face and body.

Seeing her worried expression, Xiao Yunjing quickly said, "I came back because I have some business to attend to. Mother, Father, Eldest Brother, and Second Brother are all fine. Please don’t worry."

"How can I not worry? A mother is always anxious when her son travels far from home. In just one month, San, you’ve grown thinner and darker." Ms. Jiang lovingly touched Xiao Yunjing’s stubble-covered face.

Ms. Jiang sighed silently. If it weren’t for their family’s perilous status, wouldn’t it be wonderful for them to live a peaceful, uneventful life here? When will these days ever end?

"I’ve just become stronger," Xiao Yunjing said with a smile.

Ms. Jiang glared at him. ’Stronger,’ he says! He’s just trying to fool my old, dim eyes.

"The water Wuqing heated is ready. Go wash quickly and get some sleep."

"Alright, Mother, I’ll go then."

"You naughty boy."

Ms. Jiang patted him and went back into her room, carrying the lamp.

Xiao Yunjing’s smile vanished as he watched Ms. Jiang’s somewhat forlorn retreating figure. He clenched his fists. The plan will have to be advanced.

In her groggy state, Gu Qingli kept feeling something scratching her face. She unconsciously pushed it away.

Feeling tired, she tried to fall back asleep.

But then the sensation returned.

"Da Bai, stop it. Your master wants to sleep," Gu Qingli muttered with her eyes closed.

Xiao Yunjing smiled. His face was stubbly as he hadn’t had time to shave. Must kiss my wife first, he thought.

He gazed at her delicate, beautiful face—the face that appeared in his dreams every night, the face he missed so dearly.

He was grateful that he had galloped back, enduring the harsh journey. Though he was a little late, her birthday hadn’t passed yet.

Xiao Yunjing’s throat tightened. He leaned down, pressing his body closer to hers.

A kiss to dispel the longing.

In her sleep, Gu Qingli again thought it was Da Bai causing a ruckus. She pushed hard, and her hand unexpectedly landed on Xiao Yunjing’s chest.

"Li’er~" Xiao Yunjing’s husky, deep voice sounded.

"Hm?"

A familiar voice, a familiar scent—they enveloped her all at once.

"Yun~"

Before she could finish saying Yunjing’s name, her mouth was sealed.

Soon, suppressed sounds could be heard from the two of them.

The Secret Guards hidden in the shadows retreated far into the distance.

「The next day」

When Gu Qingli opened her eyes and reached out, he was gone.

She frowned. He left again?

"Li’er, are you awake?"

Xiao Yunjing happened to enter the room just then and saw her movement.

Gu Qingli turned her head, her face flushing red instantly. She quickly withdrew her hand, awkwardly touching her head.

Xiao Yunjing knew she was embarrassed and pretended not to notice. A sweet feeling spread through his heart. My wife really missed me.

He approached, gathered her into his arms, and kissed her. "Li’er, sleep a little longer. I’ll bring you breakfast later."

Gu Qingli nestled in his arms, pursed her lips, and nodded. She truly couldn’t get up; last night had been too strenuous. She realized then just how much she had missed him.

After breakfast, Gu Qingli fell asleep again.

Xiao Yunjing instructed Wuqing to keep an eye on her and not let anyone disturb her, especially Da Bai. He had clearly heard Li’er telling the tiger not to cause trouble last night.

Wuqing grabbed Da Bai by the ear and dragged him aside to discipline him. The creature had been disobedient again, bothering the Mistress.

Xiao Yunjing delivered the letters that Eldest Brother Xiao and Second Brother Xiao had written to Ms. Yang and Ms. Wang. Afterward, he hurried up the mountain, flying towards the depths of Azure Dragon Mountain.

In the valley, the Secret Sect members had already finished renovating the cave estate. When Xiao Yunjing arrived, they were digging a tunnel.

"Master." Yun No. 1, seeing his Master arrive, called the busy Secret Sect members over to pay their respects.

"No need," Xiao Yunjing stopped him. "Let them continue working. How much of the tunnel has been dug?"

"Reporting to Master, half of it is completed. It’s being dug very quickly; it’s just that transporting the sand and stones from inside is a bit slow."

"So quickly?" Xiao Yunjing was surprised. He had initially estimated it would take a year. "At this speed? It’s only been two months."

"Yes, Master! Didn’t you know the Mistress brought medicinal pills?" Yun No. 1 said excitedly. "After everyone took them, their internal energy greatly increased, so they’re treating digging the tunnel as cultivation practice."

They worked day and night. With their enhanced internal energy, this little bit of work was a piece of cake. The drive everyone showed was so intense that even Yun No. 1 couldn’t help but admire it.

Previously, the Secret Sect members were like oxen; they would only move if you whipped them. Now, what need was there for whips? A few medicinal pills, and they were guaranteed to spin faster than a top.

Xiao Yunjing nodded. So Li’er didn’t just send them to me; she also sent them to the Secret Sect members. My Li’er is truly my considerate darling.

Afterward, he went in to inspect the progress, stated some of his requirements, and arranged the subsequent tasks before returning to the Xiao Family courtyard.

Gu Qingli slept until almost noon. Upon waking, she immediately drank a cup of spiritual spring water, and her body felt much better.

"Awake?"

Xiao Yunjing pushed open the door and entered.

"Mm," Gu Qingli acknowledged him with a sound, then dressed and got out of bed.