Reborn as the Crippled King's Beloved
Chapter 440: Wait for Husband to Come Back and Watch Together

Chapter 440: Chapter 440: Wait for Husband to Come Back and Watch Together

The hearts of the people in the Capital City were uneasy.

The gang of great thieves was well-known among the populace; the people all hoped that the knight-errant would come and kill the corrupt officials in their hometowns.

But in a place like the Capital City, where nobles and the Headwear Aristocracy with ample family wealth were everywhere, if the great thieves really came, everyone would weep to death.

When Lou Zixi’s wife, Sikong Wan, came to the Prince Mansion, she mentioned:

"Many families in the Capital City are quietly transferring their wealth. My husband said that some officials’ families even dig holes at night to bury their gold and jewels."

As clear water has no fish, there’s no official who isn’t corrupt; minor offenses are usually overlooked by those above.

If the corruption grew too great and annoyed those above, they would then kill the fat fish.

However, her statement was rather amusing; although the group of knight-errants seemed to be heading north, they actually wouldn’t really come to the Capital City.

The Capital City is a place of the Royal Family, always abundant in military forces; if they really came, they wouldn’t even be able to fly out with wings attached.

Of course, the waters outside the Capital City would become murkier, and the major corrupt officials listed by her own husband would be assassinated by the "knight-errant."

This chess move had been prepared long in advance, and they had even thought about the officials who would replace those corrupt ones.

Lou Zixi was, of course, informed about this; now he was part of Prince Ling’s faction, and sometimes Jun Yuyan quite appreciated him.

But with Lou Zixi’s personality, he would not reveal what should not be said, not even to his pillow partner.

To achieve great things, the fewer people who knew, the better.

Once the matter was accomplished, Sikong Wan would know everything.

Sikong Wan continued the earlier topic, laughing, "Fortunately, Prince Ling has gone south to quell the chaos. If it were someone else, everyone might still be trembling, but the Prince is Great Yan’s War God, and everyone is full of confidence in him. I truly hope that the day when the Prince returns, Great Yan will be peaceful and prosperous."

"That day will come."

Corrupt officials are the bane of Great Yan, supported by intricate forces. Sending someone to investigate would probably result in their assassination almost immediately, wasting immense time and effort.

Now, though it was impossible to uproot the corrupt officials completely, it had greatly damaged their vitality, like a swift cut through a tangled mess.

"Let’s not talk about this anymore. Have you finished the medicine I prepared for you last time? How do you feel?

Murong Jiu asked Sikong Wan with a smile.

Sikong Wan looked around; the maids had retreated to the distance before she shyly spoke in a low voice:

"It’s better now, no more pain, but, my husband is afraid to share a room with me again, fearing he might hurt me, and with the recent busyness in the royal court, we haven’t had much chance to be together."

"Marriage is about slowly adjusting; you’re both young, it’s okay, take your time. You’re such a good girl, Zixi will surely cherish you. After these next two months of busyness, perhaps everyone will be able to enjoy a peaceful year."

This statement also hinted to Sikong Wan about when the matter would likely end.

Speaking of which, Lou Zixi cared quite a bit about his new wife; when he had come to the Prince Mansion not long ago, he had even specifically brought back persimmon and corn for Sikong Wan.

According to Sikong Wan, although they were married and shared a room, Lou Zixi always slept in the connecting study, and they hadn’t shared a room for months. It was only half a month ago, after Lou Zixi had drunk a bit of alcohol, that they finally became intimate.

But neither of them was very experienced, and amidst their awkward attempts, Sikong Wan ended up injured, which left Lou Zixi feeling very guilty. With no other choice, he had to ask Murong Jiu to come over. Such matters couldn’t involve another Court Physician, as there were Medical Women available, but Sikong Wan’s status wasn’t suitable for an outside Medical Woman, for fear of rumors spreading.

The question Murong Jiu had just asked was about Sikong Wan’s recovery.

It wasn’t actually that serious, but it just so happened that Sikong Wan had her period that morning, with a heavy flow and her body still not properly adjusted, causing unbearable abdominal pain.

Besides, everyone’s physical makeup is different, perhaps Lou Zixi’s size was more special.

Murong Jiu couldn’t very well discuss these matters, only quietly passing a few illustrated books he had collected to Sikong Wan.

"When you two have time, try to observe more together, to foster a better understanding between you."

Initially curious, Sikong Wan opened one to find her cheeks suddenly flushing red. With a snap, she quickly closed the illustrated book.

"Thank you, Princess Consort, I will definitely observe carefully!"

The kind of observation that happens behind closed doors!

It really makes one’s face burn with embarrassment.

Murong Jiu was blushing too, but she was still holding it together.

Ever since she took the initiative, Jun Yuyan’s cheek had grown thicker. Who would have thought that these books were gathered by War God Prince Ling?

Although they were somewhat indecent, they did contribute to a more harmonious married life, which was right.

After all, these things aren’t taught verbally or through demonstration; one has to explore on their own.

Didn’t that mean they had to read more about this particular subject?

Sikong Wan accepted the books, and without the aid of her maids, she hurriedly hid them under the bed as soon as she got back to the mansion.

She felt that she needed to observe, but she also needed to gather up quite a bit of courage.

Thinking this, she sighed while sitting by the window.

Everyone said they envied her for marrying such a wonderful husband, and she was indeed pleased. She had fallen head over heels in love with Lou Zixi the first time she met him.

But only after getting married did she realize that his heart was as firm as rock, hard to warm up. Lou Zixi was not unkind to her, on the contrary, compared to other men who had multiple wives and concubines, Lou Zixi never frequented places of debauchery, maintained his integrity, and was always mild and gentle with her, never speaking a harsh word.

Isn’t mutual respect what it looked like?

But they were husband and wife; how could they live in perpetual mutual respect like familiar strangers?

That time Lou Zixi accidentally drank too much while out, and she had just returned to her mother’s home, a maid in the mansion tried to climb into his bed, secretly drugging the water, but by the time she rushed back, the maid had just been dragged out.

When she entered, Lou Zixi was fully dressed.

But she had never seen him with red-rimmed eyes and a fierce expression before; it frightened her so much that she called out softly, "Husband..."

He looked at her, his gaze seeming to look through her at someone else.

Sikong Wan pursed her lips, intending to turn around and leave, but he called out "Ah Wan." He hadn’t called the wrong name, nor had he mistaken her for someone else.

So, as if possessed, she went over to him.

Only, what was meant to be a good thing to enhance their relationship ended up being incredibly awkward, making it difficult for her to face him.

"Madam, the master is back,"

came the maid’s announcement from outside.

Sikong Wan quickly got up to greet him.

As for those embarrassing books, they should just stay under the bed for now.

Two days later, while the maid was making the bed, several books clattered to the floor. Lou Zixi, having just finished dressing in his official attire, glanced over indifferently, assuming they were just some folk tales.

But he saw Sikong Wan rush over anxiously to pick up the books and hide them behind her back.

"Ah Wan, hand them over,"

"Eh, they’re just some absurd love stories, let’s not sully your eyes with them,"

Lou Zixi found her flurry amusing as she dared not meet his eyes.

He stepped forward, causing her to retreat step by step until she finally handed over the books, her face a deep shade of red.

Lou Zixi flipped through the pages, his expression unchanging.

"Ah Wan, keep them safe. We’ll look at them together when I return tonight,"