Ten Thousand Soul Banner: Deceased, do you have any unfulfilled wishes?-Chapter 1036 - 1032: A Ridiculous Morning

When Ruan Hongzhuang woke up from her slumber, all she heard was Taozi’s steady breathing in sleep beside her. The spot on the pillow where Shen Siyuan lay no longer retained his warmth.

She gently moved Taozi’s leg off her own, wrapped herself in a thin robe, and got out of bed. As she pushed open the door, she saw Shen Siyuan standing on the balcony, as expected.

However, today he wasn’t practicing the vigorous moves of the "Great Arhat Eighteen Forms" as usual; instead, he was gazing up at the sky, standing straight like a meditating statue, exuding a mystical posture.

"Did you go out again last night?"

Ruan Hongzhuang sat down on a nearby wicker chair, her silk nightgown still warm from the bed. She yawned lazily, her voice hoarse from sleep.

Shen Siyuan didn’t respond immediately, still maintaining that posture, with the morning light swirling around him with each breath.

Ruan Hongzhuang didn’t urge him, leaning lazily against the chair back. The warm sunlight enveloped her, dispelling any lingering sleepiness, yet also inducing a drowsiness. Before long, she closed her eyes and drifted back into a light sleep.

When Shen Siyuan finished his exercises and turned around, he saw her sound asleep on the chair.

Her messy hair lay against her smooth forehead, casting a soft shadow under her long lashes. The sunlight cast a gentle glow on her fair cheeks, giving her an ethereal goddess-like demeanor.

Unable to resist a laugh, he approached quietly and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead.

The sudden touch startled Ruan Hongzhuang awake, and she opened her eyes to find herself looking into Shen Siyuan’s smiling gaze.

She didn’t shy away, instead wrapping her arms around his neck, her nose brushing against his chin, her breath carrying a faint fragrance.

"How did you end up sleeping here? If you’re still tired, go back to bed and sleep some more."

Shen Siyuan spoke softly, then effortlessly lifted her in his arms, his palm supporting her soft, round curves. Her silk nightgown was as thin as a cicada’s wing, and the soft sensation against his palm made his heart skip lightly.

"When I woke up and didn’t see you, I came out to find you."

Ruan Hongzhuang instinctively wrapped her legs tightly around his waist, resting her head on his shoulder, her voice soft, radiating a sense of secure dependence.

"Did you go out again last night? You’ve been running out every night these days. How can you keep burning the candle at both ends like this?"

"Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing." 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Shen Siyuan squeezed her side gently and carried her back inside, his voice laced with a hint of indulgence.

"Let me take you back to bed for a quick nap."

"No, I’m wide awake now."

Ruan Hongzhuang said, though she clung to him even tighter, showing no intention of getting down, rubbing her cheek against his neck like a spoiled cat.

Taozi was awakened by their murmurs, opening her eyes to see Shen Siyuan sitting on the bed with Ruan Hongzhuang straddling him.

Her cheeks flushed with a rosy hue, her eyes half-closed, her breathing slightly erratic with soft pants.

"This early in the morning, can’t you two have some decency?"

Taozi stretched languidly, her robe slipping to reveal a fair collarbone, her long dark hair spilling in disarray across the pillow, the blanket barely covering her, exuding a mature allure in her lazy posture.

She was naturally plump and smooth-skinned, her complexion dazzlingly fair, her freshly woken state adding a touch of softness to her charm.

Shen Siyuan glanced back at her and, without any hesitation, lifted Ruan Hongzhuang, laying her beside Taozi.

Ruan Hongzhuang hadn’t fully caught her breath, her body still trembling slightly, as she lay against the pillow, too weak to open her eyes.

Seeing her looking overwhelmed, Shen Siyuan reached over and pulled Taozi closer.

"You beast~"

Taozi mock-scolded, but she didn’t resist; instead, she leaned slightly forward, making it easier for him.

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Shen Siyuan lay on the bed, entering Wisdom Time, feeling that it was even more effective than meditation, free of distracting thoughts.

Ruan Hongzhuang and Taozi both rested their heads on his shoulders, his hands naturally falling to their round curves, tracing circles.

"By the way, are we visiting Grandma today?" Taozi suddenly asked.

"Oh, yes, but there’s no rush. We’ll have Duoduo take us later." Shen Siyuan withdrew from his empty reverie.

"Also, my parents are coming over today." Ruan Hongzhuang suddenly mentioned.

"Huh? Uncle and Aunt are coming?" Shen Siyuan exclaimed in surprise.

Upon hearing that, Ruan Hongzhuang pinched him lightly, making him gasp.

"Don’t joke about that."

"What uncle and aunt, you should call them Mom and Dad," Ruan Hongzhuang corrected.

"Right, right, it’s just a habit," Shen Siyuan quickly apologized, and Ruan Hongzhuang finally released her grip.

"Didn’t you ask my mom to come over here for prenatal care? My dad’s bringing her today," Ruan Hongzhuang explained.

Hearing this, Shen Siyuan quickly sat up.

"When are they arriving?"

It would be rude if they arrived while they were still lounging in bed.

"It’s still early, they won’t be here until the afternoon."

Ruan Hongzhuang sat up as well, prompting Taozi, who intended to linger in bed, to get up.

Relieved, Shen Siyuan then asked, "Do you want to go back with us today?"

"Of course, as long as we can make it before afternoon. It’s been a while since I saw Grandma," Ruan Hongzhuang replied.

"Alright, in that case, we should get up. Grandma is probably already waiting for us at home," Shen Siyuan said.

"And whose fault is that?" Ruan Hongzhuang glared at him, feigning annoyance.

"Ha, as if you weren’t enjoying it too," Taozi muttered under her breath.

Ruan Hongzhuang blushed, embarrassed, and tugged at Taozi’s face in mock anger.

"Ow, ow... let go..." Taozi pleaded, turning to Shen Siyuan for help.

"Honey, control your wife; she resorts to bullying when she’s at a loss for words."

There’s something odd about how that sounds, isn’t there?

The three of them laughed and chatted as they dressed and left the room, seeing Tang Tang and Dou Dou riding a scooter, circling around Xiao Ya.

The two were shouting, scaring Xiao Ya into staying motionless in the middle.

Duoduo, it seemed, had gone home, and no one knew where Xiao Yue had gone.

"You two little rascals, don’t bully Xiao Ya."

Shen Siyuan approached, stepping in front of them.

"Oh~"

The "driver" looked up at Shen Siyuan, while Dou Dou behind her whispered in her ear, "Hit him, go on, hit him, knock him flying..."

Whether Tang Tang heard or not, it was heard by Shen Siyuan.

He tapped her lightly on the head, "How about I send you flying first?"

Seizing the moment, Xiao Ya got up, hiding behind Shen Siyuan, peeking out at Dou Dou and Tang Tang.

"Later, I’m going to see Great Grandma. Want to come with?" Shen Siyuan asked Dou Dou.

The little one was still sulking, clutching her head.

"Great Grandma, who’s that? Which Great Grandma?" Dou Dou asked, looking puzzled.

"My grandma," Shen Siyuan explained.

"Oh, your grandma~"

Shen Siyuan: →_→

Why does it feel like this little thing is cursing me?