Chapter 43: In the End, It’s Still the Elders Who Bear Everything for You

  Yun Rong froze for a moment.

  Then, she finally understood Su Qing’s meaning and almost instantly stopped struggling.

  Yes, he had already done enough and had been completely honest with her.

  Clearly, her junior had done something improper, continuously trying to seduce him. She had no reason to demand that he endure it any longer.

  And now, what the young man was doing was unmistakable—he wanted her to take on some of the burden instead!

  She looked into his sincere eyes, her gaze faltering for a moment before she bit her lip.

  The bashful and demure expression on her face, despite her mature and married-woman-like aura, created an overwhelming contrast.

  No one would have expected such a charming and elegant big sister to show such a soft and delicate side.

  Her gentle and yielding demeanor was an absolute feast for the eyes.

  And at the same time… it sparked an irresistible urge to tease and bully her.

  Su Qing was an honest man.

  Once he had an idea in mind, he was more than willing to act on it.

  He had to admit, this big sister’s curves were in all the right places.

  Where she should be soft, she was perfectly so. Where she should be slender, she had the ideal proportions.

  For instance, her waist—though rich in elasticity, it still carried a delicate and refined slimness. It felt absolutely incredible.

  A faint blush gradually spread across Yun Rong’s fair skin.

  She could feel the warmth of his hand.

  The emotions she had just suppressed began to resurface once more.

  An unprecedented sense of bewilderment welled up inside her, making her heart race uncontrollably.

  And yet, despite all this, she did not resist.

  The young man’s intentions were clear—he wanted her to take Ye Xueyi’s place in paying the price.

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  If she could satisfy him, he would let her junior go…

  His little indulgence did not lower Yun Rong’s impression of him.

  On the contrary, it actually raised it significantly.

  First, because he was direct about his desires and never concealed his thoughts.

  Being with someone like him was incredibly easy—there was no need for endless caution and guessing.

  (Ye Xueyi: I have something to say about this.)

  Moreover, flawed individuals were easier to trust.

  A man with desires and ambition was far easier to control.

  Especially when his obsession was… herself.

  Wouldn’t it be easier to make him hers?

  For Yun Rong, this was her goal all along. She had always been prepared to make sacrifices.

  This was simply a continuation of her plan.

  The only difference was that she was now unsure of what to do once she earned his trust.

  That was something she could only determine step by step. Right now, she faced a choice.

  Would she sacrifice herself for Ye Xueyi’s sake?

  There was no hesitation.

  Setting aside her own goals, she had to protect her junior!

  Yun Rong slowly closed her eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly, revealing her nervousness.

  Seeing her silent consent, Su Qing immediately understood her decision.

  A senior who wished to protect her junior, and a junior who also wanted to protect her senior.

  Both were willing to sacrifice themselves for the other.

  Such deep devotion was truly moving.

  If they knew about each other’s thoughts, wouldn’t they be incredibly touched?

  Under these circumstances, how could he not grant their wishes?

  "Just like I told you when we first met, Aunt Yun, you’re no less beautiful than anyone else."

  "Especially right now—who in the world could compare to you?"

  Su Qing’s voice was gentle.

  "D-Don’t say such strange things! Why are you teasing me at a time like this?"

  Yun Rong’s tone carried a mix of scolding and undeniable shyness.

  This kind of verbal attack was completely new to her, and she could feel her face heating up.

  She rarely interacted with men, let alone at such close proximity.

  The flustered big sister opened her eyes, instinctively pushing him away, clearly feeling uneasy.

  But that hesitation didn’t last long.

  In the blink of an eye, Su Qing closed the distance, bringing them dangerously close.

  Yun Rong’s body froze in place, as if under some sort of spell.

  Her eyes widened as she felt his breath intertwining with hers.

  And then, his lips pressed against hers, sealing off all resistance.

  The first kiss she had kept for over thirty years was taken just like that.

  Their breaths mingled.

  She could only respond passively, her body quickly shifting from tense to weak and pliant.

  She could feel, with absolute clarity, the young man’s deep infatuation and burning desire for her.

  He… really liked me!

  The mature woman slowly gave in, sinking into the gentle yet passionate moment.

  The atmosphere in the room grew hotter, filled with an undeniable sense of intimacy.

  But just as things reached a crucial moment, Yun Rong’s body trembled, her hazy gaze snapping back to clarity.

  That hand?!

  She immediately grabbed his wandering hand, protecting what little dignity remained.

  At this point, her usually modest long dress had already been ruffled into a disheveled mess.

  Her snow-white skin was tinged with a seductive flush, the curves beneath her clothing nearly visible with just one more tug.

  "Aunt Yun, what’s wrong?"

  Su Qing’s voice carried a hint of regret.

  "Young people are too impatient. No matter what, I am still the consort of Prince Qi!"

  "If you do something like this, how will I ever face others? And in a place like this, no less!"

  Realizing her own disheveled state, Yun Rong hurriedly pulled her clothes together, her voice carrying a tinge of frustration.

  Had she not grabbed his hand in time, she would’ve been stripped like a helpless lamb before even reacting.

  H-How could he be so bold?!

  "Ah…"

  Su Qing’s face displayed just the right amount of sheepish embarrassment, his reaction filled with the purity of a young man caught in his impulses.

  He didn’t try to explain himself, only letting out a silly laugh.

  Seeing his expression, Yun Rong’s initial anger quickly faded.

  Instead, a strange sense of accomplishment welled up in her heart.

  Ah, young men really were filled with raging passion, completely unable to control themselves.

  "Alright, that’s enough for today. Consider this a small reward on Xueyi’s behalf."

  "Aunt Yun hopes you’ll keep your promise—there will be more rewards in the future."

  "For now, why don’t we go back to the room and chat for a while?"

  Her voice was gentle, as if coaxing a child.

  She took his hand, intending to lead him away.

  However, after tugging a few times, she realized that Su Qing remained firmly in place.

  "What’s wrong?"

  Her eyes were filled with confusion.

  "Aunt Yun, I think this place is quite nice. The view is open and refreshing."

  Su Qing’s tone was unusually serious.

  Yun Rong: "???"

  What do you mean, 'this place is nice'?!

  Don’t you realize how easily we could be discovered here?!