After conquering seven male favorites, the vicious heroine wants to run away

Chapter 222 Warm, I Love You

While the man went to get something, Shi Nuanyu wandered around his bedroom. Her calves were sore from traveling for so long, so she simply lay down on the bed to rest.

As soon as I lay down on my side, I noticed a hard object under the mattress.

She lifted the mattress in confusion, only to find a yellowed book inside.

Although it's not good to rummage through other people's things, she couldn't suppress her curiosity.

Her heart raced when she opened the contents.

"Nuan Nuan."

A voice called from outside the door, and Shi Nuanyu quickly threw the things into the corner of the bed.

Dan Baiyu held a pen and paper in his hand, and a few beads of sweat appeared on his face, perhaps because he had been running.

He asked anxiously, "Did Nuan Nuan see anything?"

I went to the study just now and found out that my mother had placed a sketchbook in his room, ostensibly to serve the princess.

Shi Nuanyu blinked blankly, "No," and got up to change the subject, "I brought paper and pen, I'll use them first."

He took the paper and pen, walked to the desk and sat down, glancing nervously at the corner of the bed before calmly spreading out the paper.

Why would he read that kind of book?

Could it really be true?
She glanced discreetly at his waist, and when the man caught her gaze, she hurriedly pretended to write.

Enough, enough, noble love needs no external things.

Dan Baiyu understood the meaning in her eyes, glanced thoughtfully under the bed, and walked over to her to help grind the powder.

"Nuan Nuan, there's a variety show at the market tonight, shall we go check it out?"

Looking at the woman's small face, he sighed silently. Oh well, he would definitely clear up the misunderstanding when he had the chance.

"Acrobatics?"

Shi Nuanyu became interested. "Is it some kind of opera troupe performing?"

Although she had seen it in her previous life, it didn't stop her from taking a look at the heritage of this world.

Dan Baiyu slowly ground the powder, "It was just a spontaneous performance by the common people."

"In that case, I'd like to go and take a look."

Shi Nuanyu wrote quickly, incorporating her thoughts and insights on land management, as well as the potential benefits and risks.

After finishing, it was already dark. He had his personal guards deliver the letter to the minister, and the two of them rushed to the market without stopping.

Perhaps because it is located on the border, the temperature in southern Xinjiang is much cooler at night.

The market was bustling with activity, and the shouts of vendors rose and fell.

Shi Nuanyu and Shan Baiyu walked hand in hand, taking a leisurely stroll.

She stopped in front of the clay doll stall, looking happily at the chubby dolls on the stall.

"Ayu, let's go make some dolls too."

Before the man could agree, she had already walked up to the stall, where the dolls were as adorable as those in New Year's paintings.

"Young lady, what kind of doll would you like to have made?"

The stall owner, who was over fifty years old, looked energetic and asked questions with a cheerful smile.

Shi Nuanyu pointed at Shan Baiyu, "Boss, make one just like him."

The boss looked up and saw his gaze shifting back and forth between the two men.

"You two were originally a couple, General Shan, do you also want to make dolls?"

Everyone in Shicheng knows Shan Baiyu. Although he is a general in the southern border region, the people treat him very casually, without any complicated formalities.

A smile appeared on Shan Baiyu's lips. "Make a doll exactly like Madam's."

The boss seized the opportunity to joke, "May the General's wife be well. Old Cui will now sculpt a little general for her."

Shi Nuanyu suppressed a laugh, tickled the man's palm with her fingertips, and mouthed the words to him.

'Young General.'

The tall and imposing general was compared to a "little general" by the common people.

Her gaze fell on the man's waist; it was indeed small.

Dan Baiyu's brow twitched, and he grabbed her hand.

He was signaling to her not to push him to his limits anymore.

The shopkeeper was quick at shaping the dolls; in the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, two chubby little dolls appeared, each with two bright red dots on its face.

"Congratulations, General and Congratulations, Madam! You are a perfect match, a match made in heaven. I envy you more than any immortal."

Having received the auspicious words, Shan Baiyu, whose ears were already ringing with them, paid the silver coins and left.

"Here you go." Shi Nuanyu held the two little dolls with obvious affection, walked in front of the man, and asked with a smile.

"Does Ayu want the warm little baby or the little general?"

The warm yellow candlelight cast a soft glow on Shi Nuanyu's fair face, and the shimmering light under the lamplight resembled stars, captivating all who looked upon it.

Dan Baiyu stared at her intently, completely captivated.

"Wake up," Shi Nuanyu waved her hand in front of him, "What are you spacing out for?"

The latter grabbed her wrist and pulled her into his arms with a forceful pull.

"The goddess is affectionate, and the mortal world is attached to love. Nuannuan, my heart is with you."

He was just an ordinary man, and when he encountered joy, he couldn't help but be moved, and once he was moved, it would last a lifetime.

Shi Nuanyu was pulled into the man's arms, her whole body on his left side, the back of her hand pressed against his heart.

The intense pounding of her heart seemed to numb her senses; the thumping of her heartbeat seemed to tell him how nervous she was.

Iron trees and silver flowers bloomed in the air, and countless sparks of light were dazzling and colorful.

Firecrackers and fireworks exploded in unison, and cheers and exclamations from the people echoed throughout the flower shed.

The baton-wielders struck one baton after another, sending sparks flying like meteors, while firecrackers exploded, their sounds shaking the heavens.

A loving couple nestled together, admiring the magnificent scenery.

Shi Nuanyu's gaze was drawn to the sparks; it turned out to be iron flower fireworks.

In her previous life, she had only seen this beautiful scenery in books; she never imagined she would have the chance to see it in person today.

"Ayu, I love you."

She loves him, and hopes that her feelings will remain the same year after year.

Upon receiving the answer, Shan Baiyu's heart pounded like a drum, its rhythm even stronger than the cheers.

He wrapped his arms around the woman's waist, his fingertips caressing her smooth chin.

His eyes, brimming with affection, could no longer conceal his joy. He longed for her to be near, yet he was afraid of frightening her.

The man's burning gaze seemed to want to knead her to the bone.

Shi Nuanyu smiled sweetly and placed the chubby baby into his hands.

"Ah Yu, after staring for so long, the crowd will disperse."

Before he could retort, she hooked her arm around his neck, pulled them closer, and stood on tiptoe to kiss his thin lips.

Dan Baiyu's pupils dilated in shock. He picked the person up with one hand, greedily enjoying the warmth of his lover.

Having a wife like this is enough for my life.

Shi Nuanyu sat on the man's arm, cupped his face in her hands, stroked his resolute face, and showered his face with kisses.

Every detail, from the eyebrows and dark eyes to the tip of the nose and thin lips, was meticulously observed.

Dan Baiyu was filled with lust and desperately wanted to be appeased.

Unable to calm down any longer, I carried her home.

The woman in his arms was his wife, and also the monarch to whom he would serve for the rest of his life.

Seeing the man's anxious expression, Shi Nuanyu raised an eyebrow triumphantly and lowered her head to rub her forehead against his.

"What does General Shan intend to do?"

The warm breath on his face made Shan Baiyu's ears feel hot and his whole body feel unbearably hot.

"Why don't you want to give it a try, Nuannuan?"

Shi Nuanyu looked at his ears with amusement, her fingertips landing on them.

"Try it if you want, but General Shan, don't give up halfway."

Dan Baiyu stopped in his tracks, his dark eyes fixed on her.

The word "Madam" rolled over and over in his mind, and his gaze suddenly darkened when he caught sight of a dark figure not far ahead.

"Nuan Nuan, go back and get some rest."

The sudden change left Shi Nuanyu completely bewildered. Before she could ask any more questions, a wave of drowsiness washed over her, and she collapsed into his arms.

'Ayu, don't go.'

As she fell asleep, she clung tightly to his sleeve, as if afraid he would disappear.

Dan Baiyu kissed her forehead tenderly, bidding her a reluctant farewell.

"Nuan Nuan, please don't blame your husband when you wake up."

Iron flower making is an intangible cultural heritage of Henan and Shanxi provinces in China. Those who are interested can learn more about it.

Guess who will appear in the next chapter?