Chapter 1203: Qi gege is so bad (2/2)

There wouldn’t be an official “wedding night” when the new bride’s legs were inconvenienced. Gu Beiyue wasn’t someone who enjoyed fooling around either. Moreover, it was likely no man except for Long Feiye would have the guts to traditionally mess with the groom before he met his bride, but Long Feiye himself had no such interests, either.

After the wedding banquet concluded, Long Feiye and Gu Beiyue chatted casually over tea for a while. Gu Beiyue officially agreed to take the post of Grand Tutor before the former let him go. On the one hand, Long Feiye was too busy with establishing his kingdom to linger in Medical City for long; on the other, Gu Beiyue had to spend more time with his bride as a newlywed. Thus, Long Feiye, Han Yunxi, and Mu Linger left for Yunning Palace that very night.

Gu Beiyue returned to the bridal chambers at a time that was neither early nor very late. Qin Min had gotten tired of sitting on the bed and was now leaning against a post, asleep. She had no idea when he entered. The servant girl wanted to wake her up, but Gu Beiyue stopped and dismissed them.

The servant murmured, “Master, the wedding nanny is still waiting next door. There’s still…”

“No need,” Gu Beiyue muttered as he handed her a bag of silver. “You’ve worked hard all day, so go ahead and rest.”

“Thank you master, may you have a son soon!” the servant girl exclaimed as she accepted the payment and quickly withdrew. Gu Beiyue shut the door and looked at Qin Min from afar, a trace of compassion flashing through his eyes.

After some hesitation, he walked over and muttered, “Eldest Miss Qin, wake up.”

Qin Min was sleeping deeply and didn’t wake up after multiple calls.

“You’re tired after sitting all day, aren’t you?” Gu Beiyue laughed lowly. She would get sores and aches all over if she slept like this all night. Moreover, he expected she wouldn’t be able to bear it in her legs.

Gu Beiyue was a little hesitant, but ultimately he calmed down. He carefully prepared the bed and removed all the forsythia flowers that Mu Linger had hung up. As he prepared to take off Qin Min’s wedding veil, he suddenly stopped and picked up the wedding veil stick that the wedding nanny had left on the side. Then he used the stick to lift the veil.

Gu Beiyue had seen Qin Min many times and knew she was a beauty. But seeing her under the veil still surprised him. Her red makeup made her more charming than usual, especially beneath the ruddy glow of the candlelight. Her features looked fine and lovely.

Gu Beiyue had never thought of Qin Min as his bride, but her looks reminded him that he was a married man now. Although they were only playacting, they had really held their wedding. His thoughts were unknown as a warm smile rose on his lips.

Qin Min hadn’t slept all night yesterday because the Qin Clan had taken turns talking to her, telling her to make all sorts of demands from Gu Beiyue. She privately disagreed while complying on the surface. Now she was exhausted, but all she did was unconsciously brush her hair when Gu Beiyue took off the wedding veil.

Gu Beiyue creased his brows. He thought it over before bending down to take Qin Min by the shoulders and legs. Gently, he picked her up in a princess carry. He had never held a woman like this before, so he had been trying to figure it out beforehand. Now his moments looked truly stiff.

Thankfully, he didn’t have to hold her for long. He quickly placed her on the inside of the bed, but Qin Min’s eyes flew open before he would withdraw his arms. Currently, Gu Beiyue’s right hand was still cradling her neck while his left was underneath her waist. They were very close to each other.

Qin Min was groggy at first, but she quickly woke up and realized Gu Beiyue was bending over her! Heavens! He’s so close...what’s going on?

Gu Beiyue didn’t expect Qin Min to wake up now. Despite his surprise, he remained calm and light as he straightened up. Qin Min quickly sat up and stared at him, her face flushing despite herself.

Gu Beiyue explained in a unruffled tone, “I called you a few times but you didn’t wake up. I was afraid you’d get tired sleeping like that and hurt your legs, so I…” he chuckled, “Sorry for being forward.”

Qin Min exhaled. She was tense, not because she feared Gu Beiyue would try something (that was impossible), but for another, unknown reason. She switched the subject and said, “Academy Head Beiyue, what time is it now?”

“Midnight,” Gu Beiyue replied.

Qin Min grew alarmed. “Time is up!”

There was salve smeared on her legs. Although it wasn’t very much, it was already time to change the dressing. Han Yunxi had clearly said she had to change them on time or else the poison would seep back in.

“What time?” Gu Beiyue asked.

Qin Min stared at him until she suddenly broke into laughter. Gu Beiyue was even more lost, but he didn’t ask and simply looked at her.

“Academy Head Beiyue, let me share with you some good news,” Qin Min grew serious. “I think this matter doesn’t just involve me, but you as well, since we’re husband and wife now.”

“What is it?” Gu Beiyue asked.

Qin Min lightly lifted her skirts. It was just a teeny bit, but Gu Beiyue immediately saw the medicine on her legs! He hadn’t even noticed when he was carrying her princess style!