Transmigrated Genius: Fragile Heiress Reigns Supreme-Chapter 614 - 616: Adding to the Family (1)

The next morning, Xiqiu woke up at 5 a.m.

She turned over and saw Fourth Master Xiao sleeping behind her. His usually cold and deep eyes were closed, losing their intimidating aura. His high nose and thin lips had a hint of childlike innocence in his sleeping form. She couldn’t help but reach out and trace his features, moving slowly from his brows downward...

The courtyard was quiet, even the chirping of birds couldn’t be heard. Xiqiu smiled lightly, feeling an unusual sense of peace.

Retracting her hand, she gently placed it on her abdomen. Last night, might it have granted her wish to conceive a little Fourth Master Xiao?

Suddenly, a large hand covered the back of hers. Xiqiu turned her head to see Fourth Master Xiao had already opened his eyes, his long phoenix-like eyes filled with laughter: "Thinking about our child?"

Xiqiu blushed but nodded honestly.

"Silly girl, maybe last night’s efforts weren’t successful," Fourth Master Xiao leaned over her, kissing her forehead and nose lightly, with his eyes filled with deep emotion and love.

Xiqiu raised her eyebrows, recalling last night in the pool... They only returned to rest at midnight, fearing she might catch a cold...

"We’re returning today. I should get up to pack." Xiqiu moved slightly, regretting how she started thinking about children so early.

Fourth Master Xiao chuckled, pecking at the corner of her lips, his hand wandering over Xiqiu’s unclothed body, resting on her slender, almost fragile waist. He said, "Going back won’t take more than an hour, we’ll return before dark."

"We should go back early," Xiqiu thought for a moment before saying, "I told Mother we’d return today. If we’re late, she’ll wait all day in the residence." Making an excuse.

Fourth Master Xiao curled his lips into a smile, pinched Xiqiu’s nose, and said, "You little rascal!" He then sat up.

Xiqiu sighed in relief, immediately wrapping her arms around his back, laughing as she said, "Wasn’t it promised during winter to come again, I remember."

She held him softly from behind, the fresh fragrance filling his senses, putting Fourth Master Xiao in a great mood. He pulled her closer, cradling her in his arms like a baby, his voice gentle: "When should we come, how about during the Chrysanthemum Festival?" He seemed intent on setting a date.

Xiqiu leaned against his arm, curled up in his embrace, listening to the clear beating of his heart, their warm skin pressed together. Her cheeks slightly reddened, she nodded, "Fourth Master is the head of the household, it’s up to you."

Fourth Master Xiao earnestly responded, "In that case, why don’t we just move here? It’s picturesque year-round and very quiet..."

Xiqiu knew he was only jesting. Everyone had their duties; it wasn’t feasible to live in the mountains just like that. So, she obediently nodded and replied, "Yes, as you say, Fourth Master!"

Fourth Master Xiao laughed heartily, growing more cheerful, saying, "We could plant some vegetable patches by the front door, flowers at the back... and even build a swing..." Xiqiu appended, "There’s a vacant plot behind the courtyard; I’d like to plant some herbs."

"Sure."

The two of them snuggled together, leaning against the headboard whispering softly, discussing everything from their winter visit to the villa, to the landscapes across the Great Zhou, to the customs at the outer border, and even the local cuisine and horse trading...

Outside the door, Bihuai and Biwu had been listening at the door for quite some time. Bihuai said, "Did you hear anything? Don’t know if they’re up yet!"

Biwu strained her ears but shook her head, saying, "I think I heard Fourth Master’s voice, but I’m not sure."

Both of them sighed. Without Madam calling them, they dared not enter, but it was already 7 a.m....

At that moment, Nanny Cen came in. Although Bihuai was normally quick-witted, when it came to matters between men and women, she was as naive as a child. She wasn’t necessarily wiser than Biwu, so she pulled Nanny Cen and asked, "Madam hasn’t woken up yet. She said she was returning today, and we want to go in and pack, but..."

"It’s rare to go out, let Madam sleep a bit longer." Nanny Cen gave a suggestive glance at the room, pointing to them and saying, "Everyone, go handle your tasks, leave someone to stand watch outside. There’s nothing urgent, no need to rush."

The two noticed Nanny Cen’s meaningful expression but didn’t comprehend. They could only nod and prepare to disperse. Just then, Madam’s voice came from the room, and they immediately exhaled in relief, with Biwu smiling and saying, "I’ll go fetch water." She then ran to get water.

Nanny Cen just shook her head as she watched them.

Afterward, they helped Fourth Master Xiao and Xiqiu get up, everyone had breakfast, and began to pack their things for the return journey. Once they left Jiwei Mountain, Xiqiu thought of Master Puning and went to the market at the foot of Puji Temple. Sitting inside the carriage, she watched as Biwu occasionally picked up a comb, then three or five candied haws, and later a bag of fried tofu. She smiled and said to Bihuai, "Don’t just stick with me, go watch her. Otherwise, she’ll get distracted by food and people."

Bihuai laughed and nodded, also getting off to accompany Biwu and Nanny Cen on the outing.

Listening to the bustling noises outside the carriage, Xiqiu closed her eyes, leaning against the carriage wall for a nap. When the curtain lifted and a refreshing breeze came in, Fourth Master Xiao entered. Xiqiu couldn’t wait to ask, "Did you see the Master? Is she well?"

Fourth Master Xiao sat down, Xiqiu poured tea and handed it to him. He replied, "She’s fine. She said she’d visit the residence during the Mid-Autumn Festival." He paused and added, "If you miss her, we could stay at Puji Temple tonight."

Xiqiu shook her head, already thinking about the Mid-Autumn Festival plans.

The carriage moved again. Bihuai, Biwu, and Nanny Cen were inside, engrossed in counting the things they bought. It was rare to go out, and everyone was visibly excited.

Upon reaching the mansion, Chunliu was waiting inside Yimen with Xing, Min, and Sheng. Fourth Master Xiao got out of the carriage first. The three children greeted him respectfully, and when they saw Xiqiu, they rushed over, saying one after another, "Fourth Auntie, you’re finally back. We’ve been waiting for so long."

Xiqiu patted Xing’s head and said, "It’s so hot, why aren’t you inside? Look at all this sweat." She then turned to Min’s flushed face and wiped his sweat with a handkerchief, while Sheng leaned over, smiling, "Fourth Auntie, was the villa fun? Did you see squirrels and porcupines? Did you bring us any gifts?"

Fourth Master Xiao watched them chatter around Xiqiu without expression and greeted, "I’ll go check the outer courtyard." He turned to Tiancheng and instructed, "You escort Madam and the young masters back."

Xiqiu and the children paid their respects, and Fourth Master Xiao turned away to the outer courtyard.

"Let’s go back," Xiqiu said, leading the three as she walked, "I bought gifts, and I’ll have Chunliu bring them over to you later."