54: Tender Spring Night

The Shark-silk Curtains floated like light smoke. As the night breeze blew through, the drapes billowed and fell, half-hiding the figures on the bed.

Situ Jun held the beauty in his arms. The jasmine scent from Li Danying's hair intertwined with the Ambergris in the curtains, lingering around his nose. He gently hooked a strand of her silky black hair with his slender fingertips, letting the ink-like silk wrap around them, his gaze filled with tenderness.

The distant sound of the watchman's drum drifted in from outside; it was already the Fifth Watch. Yet, Situ Jun felt no sleepiness. His mind was filled with a thousand thoughts, wondering how he could best protect those he cared about so they could live peacefully and happily in this chaotic world.

"What is my husband thinking about?"

Li Danying's eyelashes fluttered like butterfly wings, and her warm breath brushed softly against his chest.

Her tone carried a hint of coquettishness, like a mischievous spring breeze:

"Could it be that you're thinking of some sister in the West Courtyard?"

As soon as she finished speaking, she opened her small mouth and gave his chest a light nip, like a kitten.

Situ Jun's pupils constricted slightly, a flash of surprise in his eyes, before he broke into a smile. He turned over and pulled her into a gentle embrace, his voice teasing:

"Is Madam trying to murder her own husband?" Although it was a joke, the deep, inseparable love in his eyes was like the warm spring sun, enveloping Li Danying completely.

At that moment, the System's prompt sounded in his mind:

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host. Your Dual Cultivation Dao Companion Li Danying's favorability has surged to 80. Rewarding the Host with 1,000 Low-grade Spirit Stones.]

A warmth spread through his heart. He became even more certain that this woman before him had long since fallen deeply in love with him.

Li Danying suddenly let out a giggle, her laughter crisp and pleasant, like the chiming of silver bells.

Her slender, lily-white fingers gently stroked the faint tooth mark on Situ Jun's chest, and then she gave him a playful wink. The vivacity in her eyes made Situ Jun's heart skip a beat. He had never imagined that the usually delicate and gentle Li Danying would reveal such a bright and spirited side after opening her heart to him.

The two snuggled together, sharing many intimate words.

Li Danying released her arms from around Situ Jun and spoke softly, her voice tinged with bashfulness:

"I plan to return to the Royal Capital tomorrow. I feel like I might be pregnant."

After saying this, a blush of shyness flashed across her exquisite face, like a peach blossom newly bloomed in spring, delicate and dripping with charm.

She tucked her head into Situ Jun's chest and said softly:

"If I really am pregnant, I can rest and nurture the baby in the Royal Capital until the child is born. This way, we won't have to worry about the Bei Batian destabilizing the border once he hears the news, and I can also ensure your safety, my little husband."

Seeing Situ Jun hesitate to speak, Li Danying's jade-like hand gently covered his lips, her gaze serious:

"I know your Cultivation is impressive now and that you are destined for greatness, but it is a fact that your current Cultivation is inferior to the Bei Batian's. For the sake of our future, you must take good care of yourself."

"What nonsense!"

Situ Jun gently scraped her nose, his eyes full of doting affection:

"In this world, there is no one who wants to protect you more than I do."

The two continued to whisper and plan for their future until drowsiness overcame Li Danying, and she fell into a deep sleep against his shoulder.

Looking at Li Danying's tranquil sleeping face, Situ Jun's heart was filled with tenderness. Her soft waist leaned against him, one arm draped unconsciously over his body, her breathing steady and long.

The entire room was quiet and cozy, with traces of their love left everywhere.

In the early morning, a light mist shrouded the Northern City Manor like a thin veil, adding a touch of hazy beauty to the estate.

Situ Jun tried to pull his arm out from Li Danying's embrace, but she only muttered something and pulled it back even tighter, like a child unwilling to let go of a favorite toy.

"Madam, it's dawn. I should go."

Helpless, Situ Jun could only gently pinch her nose to try and wake her.

Li Danying woke up in a daze and slapped Situ Jun's arm irritably, her voice full of morning grumpiness:

"Bothering me again so early in the morning, I'm not done with you..."

As she spoke, she sat up and rubbed her eyes, her hair falling messily over her shoulders.

With a face full of doting, Situ Jun reached out to help tidy her hair and said with a smile:

"Alright, now. Get ready and let's have breakfast."

Li Danying gave him an annoyed glare. The morning light spilled over her, casting a soft glow on her delicate skin and making her look even more refined and moving.

After they helped each other tidy their clothes, Situ Jun thoughtfully helped her with her hair and makeup.

Looking at the two of them in the bronze mirror, Li Danying's eyes were filled with reluctance as she said softly:

"Husband, why don't you come back to the Dynasty with me? I feel like I can't bear to be away from you."

Situ Jun gently pulled her into his arms and kissed her hair bun, his voice tender:

"Once my strength has increased, I will come to bring you back with great honor and fanfare."

Li Danying took hold of Situ Jun's hand and leaned quietly against his chest. It was a long while before she spoke:

"I don't care how many other entanglements you have in the future, you must always have a place for me in your heart."

Situ Jun kissed her forehead and laughed:

"Madam is so wonderful; my heart has long since been completely occupied by you."

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