The General's Black Bellied Little Wifey (BL)

Chapter 8

A few more days passed just like that. And the General, Zhe Yun was getting more busy, preparing for the upcoming conquest, with the front line army marching to the Northern border. He was often being called to the palace by the Emperor, or going to the military camps to check on the army practices. He rarely had chances to talk to Xing Chen when he came back late at night. Zhe Yun would straightaway rushed to the bed after bath and cuddled up with the wife. When morning came, he would have left before Xing Chen woken up.

On occasions when Zhe Yun brought his work back to his study, along with Wei Yong, his deputy general and a few close subordinates, Xing Chen would drop by, from time to time, with handmade snacks and a warm pot of tea. And Zhe Yun's eyes would drift along Xing Chen's figure from the moment he came in until he walked out of the study. And the subordinates would snicker at their loving affections. Zhe Yun would then shushed them down with the snacks. Wei Yong asked,
"Does Madam has to wear a veil even at home?"
"Nope. It's because you all are here."
"What does that mean?"
"Hmphh..., Xing Chen is my family's wifey, not yours. Why should she show her face to you military bastards... "

Zhe Yun freed up his time one afternoon, and brought Xing Chen to the shopping district. They went there in horse carriage as it was more sturdy. (Xing Chen really hated the palanquins ><) Zhe Yun jumped off the carriage when they reached the destination, and he helped Xing Chen down. (It's his responsibility as the hubby after all, Xing Chen thought in his mind) Zhe Yun hugged Xing Chen's waist as they walked around. The enchanting sight of the couple wearing matching blues attracted a lot of attention. The handsome and clean looking man was already in the limelight wherever he goes. Luckily, Xing Chen had worn the veil or he would have attracted even more people to them.
"Xing Chen, do you want to try some tea? The Green Spring Pavilion recently had brought in some new type of tea. I heard it tastes good."
"Alright. I'll listen to you."
"Then, Xing Chen, you go and wait for me there. I've already made a reservation. Ru Yan, look after the madam. I'll be there shortly."
"Yes, General."

Zhe Yun went to the jewellery store. The clerk had a bright smile on him when he saw the General.
"Is the hair pin ready yet?"
"Yes, General. The Master had it sent over earlier. This is really the first time I've seen such exquisite jade made into a hair pin. Such a jade is really a rare treasure, the only one in this world."
He passed the jewellery box to Zhe Yun. Zhe Yun opened it and looked at the exclusive jade ornament. It was a slightly transparent color with emerald green shaded pin. There's also a hint of seven different light rainbow colors around the end.
Does Xing Chen still remembers this jade?
Zhe Yun smiled and closed the box. He paid for the jewellery and left the shop. The jewellery box was kept inside his sleeves. He was in his best mood when he walked towards to the Green Spring Pavilion. He saw Xing Chen sitting near the veranda on the second level, peacefully enjoying the scenery. He was going to waved at Xing Chen when a familiar person walked over to Xing Chen's table and chatted him up. Zhe Yun's face immediately went stiff and his mood darkened. He could clearly see that Xing Chen was annoyed even though it was not shown on the face. Then the expression abruptly changed and Xing Chen's eyes moistened.

««oh oh😏»»