86: Good Wife and Good Mother

Chapter 85: Home & Virtuous Wife and Loving Mother

“Senior Du Gu came by during this time. Seeing that you still hadn't returned, he left.”

“But he seemed quite happy, which should mean that the progress on Dugu Yan's internal poison is going well.”

“As for Rongrong, she's thought about returning to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School quite a bit these past few days. I've been keeping her here to prepare for alchemy.”

“If we weren't worried about the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School coveting the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, we could let her go back. It's not good to keep her here indefinitely.”

“Ah, anyone with a discerning eye can tell she just wants to go back to the school to show off. She probably can't keep a secret.”

Having not seen him for a long time, Zhu Zhuqing seemed to have more to say.

While telling Su Ye about the recent situation, Zhu Zhuqing led him to the newly built residence.

It was a manor, its brand-new exterior like a washed gem, sparkling in the sunlight.

The surrounding ancient, dark walls formed a circle, not very high. Compared to the desolation of the surrounding Du Gu Family, the scenery inside was more attention-grabbing.

The manor, spanning tens of thousands of square meters, was full of vitality. Green plants were everywhere, varying in height and density, making it feel like being in a forest. Standing at the entrance, one could smell a faint fragrance of grass and wood.

In the center, a bluestone main path extended, leading to the main hall and other buildings.

To the right, a stream flowed through, forming a pond in a corner of the large courtyard. The clear blue pond was transparent to the bottom, reflecting the lush growth of an ancient tree.

The pond, the lawn, the ancient tree—the visual scene exuded a sense of healing.

“How is it? Does it feel alright?”

Zhu Zhuqing's eyes sparkled, holding an entire galaxy, her joy about to burst forth, waiting for a certain person's praise.

She had supervised the completion of this place. For someone who was homeless, the significance of a new home was self-evident.

From now on, this would be her and Su Ye's shared home.

“Perfect! This is absolutely perfect!” Su Ye nodded with satisfaction.

“Considering everything you've done, if I dared to show even a hint of dissatisfaction, wouldn't you try to murder your husband again?”

Giving Zhu Zhuqing a subtly smiling look, Su Ye then turned his gaze to her attire.

Zhu Zhuqing wasn't wearing her leather clothes. Her current attire was more suitable for staying at home and doing alchemy... relaxed and natural.

Her previously tied-up hair was also unbound. Three thousand strands of black hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall. A wing-shaped hollow headpiece secured her hairstyle. Paired with her cold and bright face, it added a touch of gentle charm to her elegance.

She wore a pure white, floor-length dress, similar to palace attire. A light gold lace collar and belt cinched her waist, revealing her fair shoulders, which were adorned with pure, sparkling gems. The overall look gave a soft, comfortable feeling.

Zhu Zhuqing's figure was already incredibly sexy and explosive. Even wearing a slightly loose white dress at the moment, it was difficult to conceal the curves of her body.

The fabric across her chest was taut and full. Her exaggerated waist-to-hip ratio created a 'valley' in her lower back that sloped like a slide, tempting one to commit a crime.

A youthful face?

Yet, a figure like a noble and elegant mature woman?

This was simply too much to handle!!

He wasn't typically a looks-oriented person, but facing Su Ye, who was now extraordinarily handsome, like a piece of glowing beautiful jade, Zhu Zhuqing's eyes gradually became a little lost.

But soon, she noticed Su Ye's slightly burning gaze.

“...This guy, is he coveting my body again?”

Thinking of his previous teasing, a shy expression clearly flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's beautiful eyes. She bit her pink lip, her breathing quickening.

“Alright... alright, as long as you're satisfied.”

“Look at you... every time we meet, you're all dirty. Let me take you to the room to wash up.”

Without waiting for Su Ye to speak, Zhu Zhuqing gave him a chiding glare and pulled him into the courtyard.

“The craftsmanship of the The Royal Clan (Yu Zhi Yi Zu) is excellent. These green plants were transplanted from other places.”

“The soil here is mixed with the dirt from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, making it easy for plants to grow. I also planted some medicinal herbs along the way.”

“The alchemy room is in the back. There's also a small courtyard there. If you can't find me, you can look for me there.”

“...”

Under Su Ye's strange gaze, Zhu Zhuqing seemed like a different person at this moment.

Outwardly, she still appeared beautiful, dignified, and noble, but the lively spirit emanating from her body was like a dancing butterfly, radiating joy and vitality from within.

Walking through the ancient-style corridor, the two arrived at the building located in the northeast corner of the courtyard.

The granite walls were fair and bright, presenting a distinct stepped shape, bordered with crystal glass.

It had four floors, similar to a rooftop garden in later generations, like mushrooms varying in height, ascending in a trapezoidal shape. The outer edges of the three platforms were planted with various flowers and plants, making it look very serene.

Zhu Zhuqing led Su Ye directly to the third-floor bedroom.

The room was already well-arranged, with exquisite and luxurious decor in warm, yellowish tones. Under the afternoon sun, the sofas and murals were exceptionally bright and clean.

In the center of the bedroom, the soft, large bed, over three meters wide, was particularly eye-catching. The pure white plush looked like top-grade material, undoubtedly expensive.

“I've basically arranged everything I could think of. Don't misunderstand about this bed; you're not a quiet sleeper, so now you can toss and turn as much as you want. No, I mean you personally tossing and turning.”

“Oh, and clothes. These clothes were all made under my direction. I originally planned to give you a surprise, but you've grown quite a bit, so they probably won't fit.”

“Fortunately, I prepared a few longer styles. Here, these few should fit. You can try them on later. Tomorrow, I'll have the tailor come over and make you some more.”

“The clothes you're wearing get damaged every few days. Even if they were made of metal, it wouldn't be enough for you to wear out.”

“...”

As if tireless, Zhu Zhuqing explained and instructed Su Ye, her smile like a warm spring breeze.

Su Ye also looked in the wardrobe; there were quite a lot of clothes, even thick styles for winter.

While it's true that Soul Masters can resist cold, they are still people. They can't just wander around outside in a short-sleeved shirt in the dead of winter, being 'conspicuous'.

Looking at Zhu Zhuqing's meticulous and caring appearance, Su Ye suddenly thought of a phrase: virtuous wife and loving mother.

A smug smile gradually appeared at the corner of his mouth.

“Uh... why are you staring at me like that?”

...

Zhu Zhuqing instinctively wiped her cheek, thinking there was something dirty on it, but there wasn't.

Su Ye smiled ambiguously and said seriously, “Qing'er, I've discovered your ambition is getting bigger and bigger now.”

Zhu Zhuqing frowned. What ambition could she have now? Just being able to live peacefully was already very good.

Just as she thought Su Ye had misunderstood and was about to explain, unexpectedly, his demeanor suddenly changed, looking comical... and very pleased with himself.

“Qing'er, you truly have malicious intentions. Before, you only coveted my body at most. What is this now?”

“Controlling my everything, keeping me constantly in my comfort zone, corroding my strong soul, so that I can never leave you, is that it?”

“Tell me, aren't you getting more and more greedy now?”

Saying this, Su Ye affectionately pinched her nose. His luck wasn't bad; he seemed to have found a treasure.

The boy's appearance, looking smug after gaining an advantage, made Zhu Zhuqing want to punch his dog head.