novelaction Chapter 252: Unable to Get Out of Bed
Chapter 252: Unable to Get Out of Bed
Chapter 252: Unable to Get Out of Bed
Hearing Lu Yu say that, Ji Meiqing felt a little better and replied, "Okay, then it's a deal."
"It's a word."
Days passed relentlessly, and business gradually stabilized. The Ji family remained quiet, perhaps due to their significant financial losses. However, Ji Meiqing had recently noticed something: the nearby Qingyuan Restaurant was acting strangely, not only imitating her family's unique business practices but also constantly resorting to underhanded tactics. Of course, Ji Meiqing didn't care; as long as Qingyuan Restaurant didn't make any major moves, she turned a blind eye.
That day, Ji Meiqing was inspecting the restaurant when a waiter approached her and said, "Boss, so you're here. Shen Qing would like to see you."
Ji Meiqing said, "I understand, you can go ahead and get busy."
After checking that there were no troublemakers in the restaurant, she went to Shen Qing's room. Shen Qing heard her voice before she appeared, "Shen Qing, you'd better finish painting. Count on your fingers how many days it's been! How much money have you wasted for me?" Seeing her enter, Shen Qing went over and said with a forced smile, "Boss, you know I don't like painting. Of course it's slow with such inconsistent work. But look what this is?" He then pulled a scroll from behind his back.
Ji Meiqing ignored him, took the scroll, and opened it. A smile instantly spread across her face; it was almost exactly what she had imagined! But she still said, "Hmm, it'll do. Since you painted it, the architectural work is your responsibility too. If you need anything, just come to me. This time, I advise you not to slack off; this is a huge project, and I'll be supervising it closely." With that, she left, ignoring Shen Qing's constipated expression.
Shen Qing watched her walk out before saying, "I've just escaped one danger only to fall into another. They're exploiting me like this. Oh well, I'm eating and staying here for free anyway, so I'll just consider it helping you out."
Actually, Ji Meiqing hadn't gone far. Listening to Shen Qing's words, she chuckled to herself outside, muttering, "I originally thought you were a rather serious and difficult person to get along with, but it turns out you just had nowhere to vent." Just then, a waiter passed by and, seeing Ji Meiqing's uncontrollable laughter, asked with concern, "Boss, are you alright? Why are you laughing like that?"
Ji Meiqing immediately adopted a dignified demeanor and said haltingly, "I... what could I possibly have to do? You go ahead and do your work." After dismissing the waiter, Ji Meiqing finally breathed a sigh of relief and patted her chest.
Seeing that everything at the restaurant was going smoothly, Ji Meiqing went home. Lu Yu hadn't returned yet, so Ji Meiqing sat alone at the small stone table, lost in thought, muttering to herself, "That Brother Lu, it's been so many days, he's been leaving early and coming home late every day, and the New Year is almost here. He still doesn't have time to spend with me." Perhaps Lu Yu heard Ji Meiqing's grumbling, because as soon as she finished speaking, Lu Yu returned.
He poured himself a cup of tea and then noticed that something was wrong with Ji Meiqing. He called her a few times, but she didn't respond. He then realized that Ji Meiqing was angry. Not knowing what was wrong, he cautiously asked, "Um, what's wrong?" Ji Meiqing wasn't one to hold grudges, so she simply said, "It's almost the New Year. We agreed to go shopping for New Year's goods and make clothes together, but I haven't been able to find you for the past few days."
Lu Yu then realized what was going on and coaxed, "I've been too busy these past two days, but it's all good now. Didn't you see I got back so early today? It's getting late, so how about I go out with you tomorrow?"
Seeing that he had already said that, Ji Meiqing stopped making a fuss. "I'm a little hungry, let's call Granny Mei to serve dinner."
After dinner, Ji Meiqing went to take a bath. Recently, she found the wooden tub too cramped, so she converted it into a large pool. Today was her first time using it, so she soaked in it for a while. But when she finished and went to get dressed, she couldn't find any clothes on the hanger. She realized she had been so eager to try the new thing that she had carelessly forgotten to take her clothes.
Now, I can't exactly wear dirty clothes, but Grandma Mei is already asleep, and besides, her room is too far away. Reluctantly, I called out to Lu Yu.
Lu Yu happened to be outside digesting his food when he heard Ji Meiqing's cries. Thinking something had happened to her, he immediately pushed open the door and went inside. Fortunately, Ji Meiqing was in the water, and there were many flower petals in the water. Actually, the couple didn't need to worry too much about these things, but people in ancient times were very reserved about such things.
Lu Yu asked awkwardly, "What's wrong?"
Ji Meiqing replied shyly, "Um, Brother Lu, I forgot to bring my clothes. Could you go back to your room and get them for me? Also, please remember to close the door behind you."
Lu Yu immediately replied, "Okay, you wait here." After saying that, he closed the door and left.
Lu Yu returned quickly and handed the clothes to Ji Meiqing. He hadn't looked closely earlier, but now, seeing Ji Meiqing's appearance, he was stunned and forgot to go outside. Ji Meiqing, however, wasn't so cautious and put on the clothes right in front of Lu Yu. But because the ground was slippery, she slipped and fell, landing squarely on top of the stunned Lu Yu. Seeing her about to fall, Lu Yu reached out and caught her, and the two of them ended up on the ground. And, by sheer coincidence, they kissed.
Although Lu Yu was an ancient man, he was still a man after all. Seeing his beloved woman like this in front of him, he simply couldn't resist. He picked up Ji Meiqing in his arms and carried her to the room.
The two made love all night, and the next morning, Lu Yu got up feeling refreshed. Ji Meiqing, still in bed, complained, "I mean, it's been a long time since we've been intimate, but you were way too wild last night! I can't get out of bed now. It's all your fault, how am I supposed to go out today?"
Lu Yu could hear her dissatisfaction, but since he was full, he still tried to coax her in a good mood, "It's okay. If you can't get out of bed today, I'll stay here and take care of you. We can always go out tomorrow."
Ji Meiqing still didn't want to miss the chance to go out, after all, it was uncertain whether the two of them would be busy tomorrow. Ji Meiqing waved her hand, "Never mind, I think I'm alright. Wait for me a moment, I'll wash up first." With that, she went out.
Lu Yu watched her walk out somewhat awkwardly, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly.
After tidying herself up, Ji Meiqing happily took Lu Yu's arm and went out. Lu Yu asked Ji Meiqing for her opinion, "Madam, where do you plan to go first?"
Ji Meiqing had lived twice and had been married for quite some time, so she readily accepted the title. She replied, "Husband, let's go to the tailor shop first."
Ji Meiqing didn't blush, but Lu Yu couldn't. He blushed slightly and said, "Mmm." Ji Meiqing, seeing that she had achieved her goal, secretly smiled.