Accidentally Married to the Big Shot-Chapter 272 - The Apricot Tree Blooms Beyond the
Chapter 272: Chapter 272: The Apricot Tree Blooms Beyond the Wall
Chapter 272 -272: The Apricot Tree Blooms Beyond the Wall
After Xi Wanlin crawled in, she soon fell asleep.
She didn’t know how long she had slept when she vaguely felt someone lie down beside her. Assuming it was one of the female team members, she didn’t bother to pay attention and just kept on sleeping.
However, as she slept, she realized something was off.
At first, her face felt cool as if a small dog was breathing on her. She turned over, but before long, she felt someone staring at her.
Opening her eyes and turning her face around, she saw Lu Lei’s rather handsome visage.
One could only say, fairly handsome.
That face wasn’t as handsome as many celebrities, or even the young Xi Huarong, but having mostly seen Li Hengze’s chubby face these days made her feel as if Lu Lei was an angel descended to earth, pleasing to the eye no matter how she looked.
In the large tent, only the two of them were present; she was lying down while he was propped on his side looking at her, a deeply affectionate gaze in his eyes.
Xi Wanlin couldn’t help but ask, “Where are the others?”
“They went into the mountains for an adventure, said they were looking for some kind of mushrooms.”
“Aren’t they afraid of poisoning themselves?” Xi Wanlin asked.
Lu Lei smiled, “One of the team members is knowledgeable about mushrooms; with him around, there’s nothing to fear.”
Xi Wanlin followed up, “Then why didn’t you join them?”
“If I had gone, wouldn’t it be dangerous for you to be here alone? What if some wild woodsman came in?”
Xi Wanlin chuckled.
Lu Lei’s gaze remained on her face, his look tender and enticing, as if it could spin silk.
From his gaze, Xi Wanlin could tell that he was waiting for her to make the first move.
If she didn’t take the initiative, he wouldn’t force her, though he might feel hurt inside.
But how could Xi Wanlin bear to let him feel hurt?
After all, she had come out on this trip looking for thrills, and now, wasn’t this thrilling?
So Xi Wanlin looked back at him, their eyes meeting and seemingly sparking, crackling with energy.
Gradually, their lips moved closer to one another, and then they embraced each other.
The moment the zipper of Xi Wanlin’s clothing slipped down, she tensed up, “Won’t someone come in?”
“No, they won’t be back so soon.”
“I… I’m scared.”
“Don’t be afraid, listen to me,” Lu Lei was eager.
Suddenly the tent was filled with heated passion, and Xi Wanlin couldn’t help but let out a scream.
Although Lu Lei was quick, being outdoors in a tent, where teammates might return at any moment, made the experience indescribably exhilarating for Xi Wanlin.
Since learning about her origins, she had never allowed herself such indulgence.
It turned out indulgence was so delightfully gratifying.
When the teammates returned, Xi Wanlin and Lu Lei resumed their normal relationship.
They cooked another meal on the mountain and began descending in the evening.
That night, back at the hotel, Xi Wanlin no longer held back. When Lu Lei entered her room to borrow facial cleanser, she asked, “You didn’t bring your own facial cleanser?”
Lu Lei responded, “I forgot it in a moment of carelessness.”
Xi Wanlin chuckled; the excuse was clumsy, but she didn’t mind.
“I also brought a set of shower gel. Why don’t you take a shower here?”
Lu Lei caught her drift, smiling at Xi Wanlin with a look of budding desire, “Then I’ll go back and get my pajamas.”
The encounter in the tent was just an appetizer. In the hotel, the two of them found complete ease with each other, jubilantly engaged from 10 pm until 8 am the next day.
Xi Wanlin never knew she had such a wild side.
…
Xi Family.
Li Shirui and Xi Huarong were having breakfast.
Sipping soy milk, she said, “Linlin hasn’t been home for two days.”
Xi Huarong paused, then asked, “Do you miss her?”
“Not really, I just find it strange. She used to come home every day, or at least make a call if she didn’t, but now there’s no word from her.”
Xi Huarong said, “She’s an adult now; we don’t need to worry too much.”
Li Shirui added, “Yes, I would like to look after Xiao Xi, but she seems to not need us at all.”
“Have breakfast first. I have a dinner tomorrow and need to bring family.”
“What kind of dinner?”
“Just a casual gathering with subordinates, don’t be too nervous. I’ll have Secretary Chen send you the details later.”
Li Shirui nodded, “Then I’ll go get ready.”
…
Su Meixi was living a very fulfilling life recently.
Free from complicated relationships, she focused on work and writing papers on traditional Chinese medicine.
One day, as she came home, she ran into Aunt Bao returning from grocery shopping.
Aunt Bao couldn’t help but call out to her, “Xiao Su, just finished work? Have you eaten?”
“Not yet,” Su Meixi replied.
“Why not come to my place for dinner?”
“No need, I have some food at home; I’ll just cook something simple.”
Knowing she didn’t like to take advantage, Aunt Bao didn’t insist. Nevertheless, Aunt Bao leaned in and said, “I heard that your husband Gu Wei is planning to leave the military service?”
“I heard so, but I’m not sure where he’ll be going.”
“With all his accomplishments, he’ll definitely be transferred to a good unit,” Aunt Bao commented.
Su Meixi replied, “That much is unclear.”
Of course, she knew Gu Wei was talented and capable. If he chose politics, his prospects wouldn’t be less than Xi Huarong’s.
But she preferred to keep a low profile.
Aunt Bao sighed, “If Gu Wei leaves the service, you’ll have to move away. Oh, it’d be better if he stayed in the army.”
Su Meixi earnestly said, “No matter where we go, we will often come back to visit you. The time spent in this courtyard has been the happiest of my life.”
Aunt Bao concurred, “Right, all the sisters-in-law say the same. No matter who enters this courtyard, they become influenced by its spirit. Everyone talks about dedication and unity, without concern for personal gain or loss.”
As they talked, Su Meixi reached her home.
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She bid Aunt Bao farewell and then sat down on the couch.
Dining alone, anything simple would do.
She took a piece of bread from the drawer under the coffee table and began to nibble on it, while starting a video call with Zhou Yuan.
Zhou Yuan almost instantly answered.
“Sister Su, are you off work?” Zhou Yuan asked.
“Just got off.”
“Calling me as soon as you got off, Sister Su must really miss me,” Zhou Yuan said delightedly.
“What are you up to?”
“I’m watching a drama.”
“What drama? Is it good?” Su Meixi asked, as she was also looking for a new series to watch.
Zhou Yuan recommended a new martial arts drama about a top martial artist who, poisoned by a close friend, becomes a wandering doctor but continues to perform acts of chivalry.
“Sister Su, you’ll definitely like it. I’m on my second watch and can’t pull myself away.”
Su Meixi replied, “I’ll definitely watch it. How have you been lately? Any signs of the baby coming?”
