Bai Suzhen, I really need to punish you properly.

"There's nothing fun to do in the manor, so let's play chess."

Rouge comes from a wealthy family and has some knowledge of Go.

She readily accepted, replying softly, "Okay, but I'm not very good at Go."

She knew in her heart that after questioning Li Xiuyuan, she would have no reason to stay here any longer.

Naturally, they cherished this opportunity to spend time together.

Wang Xuan said, "We won't play Go, we'll play Connect Four."

"Gomoku?"

"Yes, it's very simple. You win as long as you connect five pieces in a line. Let's play a game, and you'll understand."

Wang Xuan held the black pendant, while Yan Zhi held the white pendant.

The first game ended quickly; it was Rouge's first time playing, and unsurprisingly, she lost.

She was a little annoyed: "Oh dear, there are already four coins in this piece."

"For your first time playing, this is already quite good."

The two gathered their flags together, their fingers accidentally touching. Rouge's cheeks flushed slightly, like peach blossoms in early spring. Seeing that Wang Xuan didn't seem to mind, she slowly calmed down.

The two continued playing chess.

Wang Xuan began to release water appropriately.

When Rouge won a round, she was overjoyed.

"The student surpasses the master, congratulations on surpassing me so quickly."

Rouge was half-believing, half-doubting, and said coquettishly, "You didn't give me a chance, did you?"

Wang Xuan said seriously, "Holding the game is the greatest disrespect to the opponent."

The two then traded wins and losses.

Rouge was in high spirits throughout.

A smile was always on her face.

After playing chess for a long time, Wang Xuan stood up and suggested, "We've been playing for so long, let's play a new game."

Rouge blinked her bright eyes and listened attentively.

Wang Xuan continued, "The game is called 'Disobeying Commands.' If I say 'up,' you point down; if I say 'left,' you point right. Basically, you have to do the opposite of what I say. How about that? Sounds easy, right?"

Rouge nodded and stood up to stand opposite him.

"Let's begin. Remember to react quickly," Wang Xuan said. "Go!"

Rouge's fingers instinctively reached up, before she realized she had made a mistake.

She felt ashamed that she could make such a simple mistake.

She felt it wasn't because she was stupid, but because her heart was racing and she was nervous in front of Wang Xuan.

"Left."

This time, Rouge was more experienced and quickly pointed to the right.

"right."

"superior."

"Down."

Wang Xuan said a few more words in succession, and Yan Zhi became more and more proficient, making no more mistakes.

"Jump."

Before she could think, Rouge instinctively jumped up and down.

Wang Xuan was afraid she would lose her footing, so he quickly reached out and supported her arm.

His chest rose and fell gently, moving as swiftly as a rabbit.

It immediately drew Wang Xuan's attention.

He composed himself and subtly averted his gaze.

Rouge was a little embarrassed: "I'll call it, you try."

Wang Xuan politely declined, saying, "I think I won't come."

"No, no, I have to come."

Unable to resist Yan Zhi's insistence, Wang Xuan made frequent mistakes under her rapidly given instructions, which made Yan Zhi laugh heartily.

After the two had lunch, Rouge stayed in the study, quietly watching Wang Xuan handle official business.

As dusk approached, Wang Xuan remembered Daoji. He and Yanzhi sat on the stone bench in the courtyard and ordered someone to bring Daoji in.

Wang Xuan looked at Daoji, whose clothes were tattered and who was holding a broken palm-leaf fan, and asked, "Do you know why I have summoned you here today?"

To be honest, he had a pretty good impression of Daoji.

It's inherently fun.

We shouldn't just blindly call for the killing of monsters.

They were more focused on reforming the monsters, which resulted in many monsters escaping even after they were almost subdued.

Compared to that old bald monk named Fahai, he's practically a completely different person.

However, since today we're here to stand up for Rouge, we can't be polite.

Daoji looked at Yanzhi and said sincerely, "Miss Yanzhi, no matter what mistakes I've made, it's all my fault."

Rouge said coldly, "Li Xiuyuan, I only have one question for you: why did you choose to become a nun on your wedding night? How do you place me?"

Wang Xuan thought to himself, "Of course, it's because those seventeen Arhats are not human."

I guess those seventeen Arhats were thinking, "We almost let you descend to the mortal world and live a good life."

Daoji shook his head: "Everything is fate. Miss Rouge, your worldly ties are severed. There is no more Li Xiuyuan in this world, only Daoji. I became a monk, and I have compassion for all living beings, but I have no compassion for you alone."

Rouge's face remained expressionless.

Wang Xuan asked, "Have you ever thought about the kind of suffering she endured when you abandoned her?"

"You can choose to become a nun, that's your choice, but why don't you explain it clearly to your family? Do you think that just because you hide in the temple, the grievances she suffers don't exist?"

Daoji looked bitter: "I have wronged Miss Rouge. If I have the chance in the future, I will definitely repay her in full."

"No need for later! Since you won't marry her, then I will."

Rouge couldn't believe it.

Wang Xuan clearly had a bright future, while she herself was a woman who suffered endless criticism; how could she be worthy of him?

Daoji was initially taken aback, but then said with relief, "If that's the case, then I can rest assured."

Wang Xuan said, "Back then, the Li family relatives, the matchmaker, and the neighbors all blamed Rouge. You know what to do about it, right?"

"I will explain it clearly."

I hope you'll keep your word.

"Amitabha Buddha, I have nothing to give you, but this is a magic pill that can cure all diseases and ward off evil and disaster. Consider it a gift for you two."

Daoji took out a pill from his pocket, handed it to Wang Xuan's palm, and left without lingering.

Wang Xuan understood immediately; this was probably the legendary "Leg-Stretching and Eye-Staring Pill." It was a good thing, and it could come in very handy at crucial moments.

He looked at Rouge beside him: "Rouge, I was just trying to provoke him and see what he would think."

"Rouge understands."

Rouge nodded slightly, her face full of sadness.

"Rouge, what were you thinking just now?"

"Wh...what?"

"It's when I said I would marry you."

"No, no, it won't work. I'm not good enough for you..."

Rouge stammered shyly.

Although she said she was refusing, anyone could hear the subtle restraint in her words.

Wang Xuan gently held her soft, delicate hand and said tenderly, "I just want to know, are you willing?"

Her long, rosy eyelashes trembled slightly. Gathering her courage, she looked into Wang Xuan's eyes and nodded shyly.

Wang Xuan, holding Rouge's hand, walked towards the main house and loudly ordered, "Old Liu, everyone in the entire mansion will be rewarded with one tael of silver today."

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[Unlock the Rouge Collection, Reward: The Sun's True Scripture!]

In the Record of a Hundred Beauties, the original illusory image of rouge has transformed into seven colors.

However, Wang Xuan had no time to pay attention to that at the moment; he was immersed in the pleasures of love.

Half an hour later.

The candlelight flickered inside the room.

Rouge nestled lazily in Wang Xuan's arms, her delicate body soft and supple, her black hair loose, her eyes holding a hint of allure, and her whole being exuding an irresistible charm.

"My lord, what are you thinking about?"

In a moment of profound reflection, Wang Xuan posed a soul-searching question: "Tell me, what is the meaning of life?"

Rouge, who was in his arms, was taken aback by what he said and became somewhat at a loss.

It was probably because he also had the idea of ​​becoming a monk.

If Wang Xuan were to become a nun again, she really wouldn't want to live anymore.

But he was clearly having a great time just now.

Thinking of this, she felt she had to rekindle her husband's feelings.

"My lord, let's continue."