TFSRITA Chapter 163

After thinking and thinking, she still couldn’t remember much. Because the original host of this body admired the Third Prince, she instinctively demonized both the First and Fourth Princes, viewing one as a shameless playboy and the other as a scheming hypocrite. To her, neither were good people.

Yen Qing couldn’t make much sense of it, so she stopped dwelling on it. She exhaled a long breath and relaxed her posture from her training.

Lan Hua quickly came over with a handkerchief to wipe her sweat and softly asked, “Miss, why have you started practicing martial arts? You used to say you didn’t like it.”

The original host’s family had once encouraged her to learn some martial arts for health and self-defense, but she was concerned it would affect her figure, fearing she’d end up with the muscular build of her cousin. She even quarreled with her maternal family over it, refusing to visit them for days until her uncle came in person to apologize.

That happened when the original host was only seven or eight years old, yet the memory was vivid. Even at such a young age, she had been vain and refused to develop a physique resembling a man’s. After that incident, her uncle never brought up martial arts again.

However, the original host maintained a good relationship with her maternal family and had often seen her cousins practice martial arts. Yen Qing’s current basic training didn’t stand out much.

The original host’s family had always loved her unconditionally, which made her naïve and simple-minded, ultimately leading her to be easily deceived.

Yen Qing replied softly, “Look at the situation. How could I not practice martial arts now?”

Thinking of the recent events between her mistress and the young master, Lan Hua said nothing more. She cautiously glanced at Yen Qing’s expression, and seeing no sign of anger, she asked, “Miss, should I prepare your bath now?”

“Mm,” Yen Qing nodded.

Lan Hua went to get ready.

The next day was the third-day return to her family.

Yen Qing rose early again, first going to greet the Princess Consort. After receiving permission to forgo morning greetings in the future, she brought along the numerous gifts prepared by the Princess Consort and returned home.

By then, Ji Jiaxun was already lounging inside the carriage, bored out of his mind.

Thanks to a full day of rest, his injured backside had mostly healed, and sitting wasn’t an issue anymore.

When Yen Qing stepped into the carriage, Ji Jiaxun perked up immediately, grinning mischievously as he declared, “Just wait! My parents might let you off easy, but I’ll go straight to your parents to complain. They’ll scold you for being such an unruly daughter!”

“Unruly daughter” referred to women not abiding by the teachings of proper conduct for young ladies of noble families. In this era, these teachings emphasized virtues like gentleness, kindness, and modesty. However, outside of scholarly circles, few took them seriously. As long as a daughter wasn’t outrageous, the open-minded atmosphere of Dayan allowed for more freedom in personality.

Even her muscular and valiant cousin from the Song family was rarely ridiculed.

Unfortunately, Yen Qing’s father was the Prime Minister—a quintessential scholar.

Ji Jiaxun had been saving this move for her.

Yen Qing chuckled internally at his antics. While they were seated across from each other, she suddenly stood up and sat down next to him.

Ji Jiaxun instinctively wanted to move away, but before he could, the carriage jostled, and Yen Qing fell right into his arms.

“You—you’re trying to seduce me!” Ji Jiaxun blurted, flustered.

Unused to such proximity with a woman, he froze, arms awkwardly held out to the sides. He didn’t know what to do and ended up sitting stiffly, letting her rest against him.

With everything in her favor, Yen Qing clung to his waist and leaned in closer, her voice soft and sweet. “Husband, would you let me be punished?”

Ji Jiaxun’s eyes widened, his lips trembling. His handsome face was a mix of panic, shyness, and innocence.

He didn’t dare move. When he tried to push her away, the brief touch felt like it burned him. He quickly pulled his hands back, leaning as far as he could to one side, while Yen Qing shamelessly stared at him with amusement.

Seeing his reaction, Yen Qing suppressed a laugh. But when he still didn’t respond, she leaned closer, pressing a quick kiss to his cheek. Then she batted her eyelashes and gave him a coy, bashful look. Her shy demeanor seemed genuine, leaving Ji Jiaxun utterly stunned, his heart pounding so hard it felt like it might leap out of his chest.

This woman!

This woman!!!

He wanted to scream internally, but he couldn’t do anything outwardly.

Yen Qing pouted, feigning a grumble. “Husband, answer me~~~”

The way she dragged out her words was melodious and seductive, leaving his ears burning.

Ji Jiaxun took a few deep breaths, gritted his teeth, and stammered, “I… I won’t say anything! Not saying anything!”

He was conceding defeat!

This move was too ruthless!

For the first time, Ji Jiaxun realized he might never win against this woman.

Hearing his aggrieved but shy tone, Yen Qing couldn’t help but laugh. She released her grip and leaned back slightly.

Ji Jiaxun exhaled deeply, sitting up straight again. He muttered awkwardly, “You shouldn’t do that. It’s not proper in broad daylight…”

Before he could finish, she leaned in again, this time boldly sitting on his lap. Wrapping her arms around his neck, she tilted her head with a mischievous smile. “What’s improper about it? I saw plenty of people doing this the other day.”

Ji Jiaxun’s face turned crimson. He didn’t dare push her away, and deep down, he wasn’t sure if he even wanted to. Though he felt a strange sense of acceptance, he put on a serious face and replied, “That’s not right. You shouldn’t imitate them!”

Yen Qing shook her head, pouting. “Then why were you there? You must have liked it.”

Ji Jiaxun was speechless.

He didn’t know how to explain. That place was a brothel, and there was no way she should be learning from women there! She was the Prime Minister’s esteemed daughter! And besides, he hadn’t even gone there for the women!

But now, his words were stuck in his throat. After a long pause, he finally blurted out, “I won’t go there anymore! But you can’t act like the women there!”

“Pfft…” Yen Qing couldn’t hold back her laughter, which made Ji Jiaxun glare at her. He was just too adorable.

She had initially thought he was some kind of scoundrel, and for a moment, she had worried about whether or not to tame him. But during that incident at the brothel, he had been the only one fully clothed. When she made that bold request, he blushed furiously, his expression so pure and clean.