Chapter 946: with translation of chapter title

Chen Wuji sneaked into the courtyard, but not knowing which room to enter left him bewildered.

Logically, Huo Sanniang and Xue Hongdou just arrived today, so he should certainly go to their room.

But he also worried that if he didn't greet Yu Yan Chu, this woman would fly off the handle.

But if he did greet her, he feared he wouldn't be able to leave.

If he couldn't get out, wouldn't that be neglecting San Niang and Hongdou?

They just arrived, so their emotions definitely need to be taken care of more thoroughly.

Chen Wuji thought back and forth, and suddenly his head began to ache.

This is more unpleasant than going to war.

Upon sitting on the stone bench in the courtyard, Chen Wuji suddenly felt like having one.

Maybe he should consider getting some tobacco leaves.

In this era, even something like A Furong exists; as a close relative, tobacco leaves must be available somewhere.

Chen Li stood expressionless not far away, his eyes fixed on the ground, the corner of his mouth twitching uncontrollably from time to time.

His endurance is excellent; under normal circumstances it is extremely hard to break his cultivation.

But at this moment, right behind him, on the other side of a wall, two old men were muttering nonsense; seeing Chen Wuji's current state, he instantly could not hold back.

"Old San, how about a bet?" came Lu Daye's weak voice from behind the wall.

"Bet on what?"

"Bet on which room the Commander will enter?"

"No bet, my heart is in turmoil."

"What nonsense, even though the Commander has many wives, he hasn't shortchanged our family's Wanwan; isn't that enough?"

"I can tell, the paternal grandfather is indeed unreliable."

"You're reliable, but do you have a way? Do you? The Commander is outstanding among people; I don't believe you haven't noticed some things. With his status, having three wives and four concubines isn't strange—seeing the dragon in the field! This is our Lu family's opportunity."

"Don't feed me that nonsense; it's still baseless."

"No basis? You old thing, are you blind? Do you really have to wait for the Commander to put on a robe before you see any sign? By then, what would we have to do with each other? Could the Lu family rely on that? Women's opinions!"

"Stop chattering, I bet the Commander will enter the princess's room."

"Haha, I bet the Commander won't enter anyone's room tonight; the loser gets beaten."

"Damn your mother!"

……

Chen Wuji lifted his foot and entered Yu Yan Chu's room.

Lu San ye sensed this with his divine awareness, without hesitation raised his hand and slapped Lu Daye's head: "Old Zamao, you lost, no resisting!"

"Old thing, you really struck!" Lu Daye shouted in surprise.

"A bet's a bet, you proposed it yourself."

……

Lu Daye looked at Lu San ye with a sullen face: "Alright, alright, go ahead and hit, but just about enough—don't take private revenge under the guise of public duty, you old thing."

"Don't worry, I won't."

"Ouch, Old Zamao, you did that on purpose."

"You can't even take this little pain? Stop your wailing, shut up, don't disturb the Commander's refined mood."

……

In Yu Yan Chu's room, two oil lamps illuminated the small space, making the boundary between darkness and light especially clear.

Yu Yan Chu sat upright at the table, holding a bamboo slip, copying its contents onto paper.

Seeing Chen Wuji suddenly enter, she slightly raised her brows, a flash of surprise crossing her eyes.

"Husband, did you take the wrong door?"

Chen Wuji walked over, glanced at the bed, and said, "Your bed is too small; go sleep next door."

"Ah?!" Yu Yan Chu stared in shock, "Husband, if I remember correctly, the bed next door is about the same size as mine."

"But the floor there is spacious; we can lay a pallet."

……

Yu Yan Chu blushed, stared at Chen Wuji, silent for a moment, then said, "Husband, you had better go next door; San Niang and Hongdou have been weary from travel and need proper rest, while I, as a concubine, am fine."

"As a concubine now living under others' roof, how dare I overstep and cause trouble?"

"I won't wear that hat; I am a loyal subject of the Court, and you call me a treacherous minister!" Chen Wuji said firmly, "Come on, the first time is awkward, the second time familiar."

Yu Yan Chu pursed her lips.

"You're not purely a villain, but you're not exactly a loyal subject either; your rebelliousness outweighs anyone's."

"I'm still doing fine for now; husband, let me adjust a few more days." Yu Yan Chu shook her head.

The first time they shared the Big Blanket Co-sleep, beside her was Qin Zhanhong, not so embarrassing, she could barely tolerate it for a while; but thinking of sleeping together with Huo Sanniang and Xue Hongdou made her scalp tingle.

She does not oppose Chen Wuji's method for maintaining inner household harmony, but for now she truly cannot accept it; just thinking about it makes her feel uncomfortable all over.

"Then I'll just use force!" Chen Wuji said with a wicked grin.

"Such matters shouldn't be spoken of solemnly; that would make trouble more likely."

Yu Yan Chu hurriedly begged for mercy, "Husband, I'm not petty; there's really no need for this. Give me some time; I truly need to adjust."

She truly feared Chen Wuji would forcibly carry her over.

Chen Wuji studied Yu Yan Chu intently for a moment, then suddenly scooped her up in his arms.

Yu Yan Chu was startled, hastily patted Chen Wuji's chest lightly, "Husband, don't, really don't…… that sort of thing, I really find it hard to accept right now. Besides, you said earlier there is no distinction of seniority; I won't contend with San Niang for the position of chief wife, so you have nothing to worry about."

Yu Yan Chu was nervous to death, yet she saw Chen Wuji change his steps, lift her onto the bed, and then violently tear at her clothing.

Watching his own clothes flutter, his snow‑white skin gradually exposed, Yu Yan Chu stared for a moment; after a while her voice trembled slightly as she softly said, "Husband, you don't need to worry about my feelings—San Niang and Sister Hongdou need it more… uh…"

She hadn't finished speaking when Chen Wuji covered her mouth.

Chen Wuji knew perfectly well who needed it more.

If he went into San Niang and Hongdou's room tonight, given San Niang's temperament, she would surely urge him to come over here.

The woman who had walked out of hardship alongside him had always put others first.

Chen Wuji thought it over and felt that only he had been working hard.

First fill the Princess's belly, then go find San Niang and Hongdou for an all‑night talk.

This is the safest approach; there's no alternative.

Soon, strange, lascivious music began to play in the room.

The movement was so large it even disturbed the oil lamp's light, as if the wick had acquired some rhythm.

"Husband… have a little pity on your concubine, or it'll be ruined."

Yu Yan Chu's cheeks flushed, her skin lustrous and alluring; her eyes seemed to hold countless captivating glints, though she kept them deeply concealed, never letting them show.

She was indeed moved tonight.

Even if the price of this feeling is that tomorrow she might not dare to walk far, only able to sit quietly pretending nothing's wrong, her heart is sweet.

That bad man, though he really is a bit bad, is thoughtful, full of feeling and righteousness.