The Country Maiden: Fields and Leisure-Chapter 1665 - 1659: A Brief Parting Is Sweeter Than a New Marriage

Chapter 1665: Chapter 1659: A Brief Parting Is Sweeter Than a New Marriage

At first, they thought they would be back from the Capital City in just three or four months, but who would have expected that it dragged on for more than a month extra.

Song Chongjin’s longing grew day by day, and the first thing he asked upon waking up was when his wife would return.

Shadow Nine, who had been in contact with the Capital City, was almost driven insane by the inquiries; he feared that if Wang Yongzhu didn’t return soon, he might just go halfway to bring Madam back.

At this moment, Song Chongjin no longer cared about outsiders; unable to restrain his excitement, he embraced his dearly missed wife. The soft jade and fragrant beauty filled the empty space in his heart instantly.

How was he willing to let go? He wished he could hold her forever.

Old Granny Zhang, who had been waiting for half the day, couldn’t bear it any longer.

After all, there was a living person right next to them! Not to mention the crowd watching; a brief hug wouldn’t provoke laughter.

But holding on without releasing—what did that mean? Can’t you continue once home? Didn’t you see the people on and off the boat, on the shore, all watching?

Old Granny Zhang felt that her heart was being thoroughly worried!

If not reminded, this couple might turn into a public spectacle.

She coughed once.

No response.

Coughed twice more, still no response.

Old Granny Zhang grew anxious, stepped forward, grabbed Wang Yongzhu’s arm, and pulled her into her own embrace while grumbling, "I know you young couple haven’t seen each other for months and miss each other! But please consider the occasion? There are people outside! Keep it together! You can hug all you want once you’re home!"

Song Chongjin and Wang Yongzhu came to their senses, feeling a bit embarrassed.

Especially Song Chongjin, who barely maintained his composure, forced a calm appearance, looked at Old Granny Zhang, and saluted, "Mother, you’re back! How was the journey?"

Old Granny Zhang sneered, "Now you see me?"

Song Chongjin felt even more embarrassed. Outsiders might not notice, but close ones could see his ears turning red.

Eventually feeling compassion for Song Chongjin, Old Granny Zhang waved her hand, "Alright, everyone’s back, let’s get off the boat! Been away in the Capital City for months, nothing else matters, but I crave that mutton soup; now that we’re back, I must drink two bowls happily."

Song Chongjin eagerly replied, "Don’t worry, mother, I’ve already arranged everything; we’ll first rest and freshen up at the inn, then the piping hot mutton soup will be ready once you’re out!"

Old Granny Zhang nodded with satisfaction.

Then, the guards and servants accompanying them to the Capital stepped forward to greet them.

Song Chongjin instructed them to escort Wang Yongzhu and Old Granny Zhang to the inn while he stayed back.

Later, as more boats docked, those from the Capital could not be neglected either, and needed to be properly settled.

Having received prior information, Song Chongjin knew what to do, having met the visiting officials from the Capital and arranged their accommodation at the post house.

These people spent almost a month on the boat; upon setting foot on land again, they felt their legs weak and the ground seemed shaking.

After freshening up, they felt slightly better.

They stepped out to find Song Chongjin had prepared local delicacies, such as mutton soup and hand-grabbed mutton.

The mutton from Linshui and Chicheng City is fresh and flavorful without being gamey, and the locals are especially skilled at preparing it.

Initially hesitant, the officials from the Capital indulged after trying a bite, enjoying the feast thoroughly.

After the meal, Song Chongjin arranged guides for those who wished to explore outside; for those preferring to rest at the post house, clean sheets were ready in the rooms.

Once everyone was settled, Song Chongjin excused himself and went to the inn.

Wang Yongzhu, Old Granny Zhang, and their team had also freshened up and enjoyed a meal.

Old Granny Zhang, due to her age and the sweltering weather, found the journey north slightly less hot.

However, Linshui City’s summer gets hot during the three hottest days, only unbearably warm around noon while pleasantly cool in the morning and afternoon.

At the end of May, noon was not that hot, with mornings and afternoons requiring woolen clothes.

Therefore, after freshening up and eating well, Old Granny Zhang felt sleepy and retired early.

Wang Yongzhu dismissed the rest of the attendants to rest too, as the boat couldn’t compare to firm ground. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Moreover, Song Chongjin nearly rented out the entire inn, with his men guarding outside, ensuring safety.

At this point, only Wang Yongzhu remained in the room.

After refreshing, she changed into casual clothes, with her hair held in place by a jade hairpin since no one was around, and sat by the window drinking tea.

Song Chongjin hurried back due to his anxious heart, causing a light sweat at his temples.

Seeing this, Wang Yongzhu quickly rose, handed him a handkerchief, and urged him to wipe his sweat.

Song Chongjin closed the door, walked briskly toward her, accepted the handkerchief and carelessly wiped a couple of sweats, then hastily finished Wang Yongzhu’s half cup of warm tea.

After setting down the teacup, he sat where Wang Yongzhu had been, hooked her sleeve, ran his hand up, grasped her hand firmly, pulled her into his embrace, and let her fall onto his lap.

Wang Yongzhu still unsteady, raised her head, intending to complain, when a breath of hot air came upon her; soft, warm lips pressed against hers, swirling and lingering.

As their lips brushed together, Song Chongjin grew unsatisfied, pried her lips open, and deeply entered...

They say absence makes the heart grow fonder.

Deeply in love, Wang Yongzhu followed her habit of expressing her feelings and passion without reserve. As she felt Song Chongjin’s ardor, she wrapped her arms around his neck, expressing her adoration without hesitation.

Encouraged, Song Chongjin became increasingly emotional, supporting her waist and neck, wishing to unleash all months of longing.

The closer they got, the harder it became to control his desire, so he eagerly bit down hard, scooped her up by the waist, took a few steps to the bed, placed her on it, and pressed down...

Wang Yongzhu, barely maintaining some sense, pushed him away before Song Chongjin could completely lose control.

Still unsatisfied, Song Chongjin, eyes slightly red, was caught off guard, gazing at her in confusion, "Yongzhu?"

Wang Yongzhu felt her lips throb with numb pain, likely swollen.

She glared at Song Chongjin, "We’re not at home; restrain yourself!"

Seeing Wang Yongzhu through Song Chongjin’s eyes, she appeared alluring, charming, her captivating demeanor tempting him desperately to pounce again.

He thought it, and did it.

But halfway through his attack, Wang Yongzhu stopped him with a kick, embarrassed and rushed, "We’ll be meeting people soon! If seen, how would it look? Why the hurry? Wait till night—"

Initially frustrated at being thwarted, Song Chongjin’s eyes suddenly lit up.