Chương 378: Automatic transmission, very smooth

He finished it in a few gulps.

Yin Ying immediately took the empty bowl and gently wiped the soup off his lips with a handkerchief.

The movements were so natural, as if they had been done a thousand times.

Then she poured him a glass of warm water and took good care of him, so he didn't have to worry about anything.

Liu Ce held his water glass, leaned back in his chair, and looked at the gentle woman in front of him, feeling inexplicably happy.

The two chatted casually for a few minutes.

Yin Ying's voice was soft and gentle, but she was poised and graceful, without the shyness or timidity of a young girl. She answered every question directly without uttering a single unnecessary word or trying to ingratiate herself.

later......

She asked Liu Ce if he was tired, if fighting was hard, and if he had eaten on time...

Liu Ce answered them one by one, feeling quite pleased with himself.

This feeling is different from that of the wives at home.

Although the ladies were gentle, they were, after all, wives and concubines, and had status and rules.

Yin Ying was different; she was a servant, her words and actions all revolved around him, making him feel exceptionally relaxed.

As we chatted, the moon outside the window rose higher and higher, and the night grew deeper and deeper.

The warm light in the room made her features appear even more gentle.

After tidying up the table, she walked up to Liu Ce and gave him another curtsy.

Her voice was soft and gentle, with just the right amount of shyness as she said:

"Your Highness, it's late. You should rest."

Upon hearing this, Liu Ce smiled.

Before Yin Ying could move again, he reached out and scooped her up in his arms.

Yin Ying gasped softly and instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck.

Her cheeks flushed instantly, but she didn't struggle at all and nestled obediently in his arms.

Her soft, warm body pressed against my chest, carrying the fresh scent of a post-bath bath.

She walked a few steps to the bedside.

Just as Liu Ce put the person down, Yin Ying raised her hand and wrapped it around his neck.

She tilted her head slightly, and her soft lips sealed his mouth.

A warm, soft touch instantly enveloped me, carrying the sweet aftertaste of the hangover soup.

Liu Ce was stunned for a moment.

He then smiled and took the initiative, deepening the kiss.

In the dim light, their breaths gradually intertwined.

Yin Ying's movements were neither awkward nor did she show the helplessness of a young girl.

During the kiss, her fingers deftly unbuttoned his undershirt.

..................

Her movements were gentle and skillful, and Liu Ce didn't have to lift a finger the whole time.

Pure automatic transmission.

This is one of the advantages of being a married woman...

She is gentle, considerate, and understanding. You don't need to spend any effort teaching her; every word she says is perfectly timed.

Soft whispers and gasps mingled with breaths in the quiet bedroom.

The curtains fell, shading the room from the warm light and the lingering intimacy.

After a night of intimacy, things naturally progressed to the next level.

All I can say is... it is indeed very moisturizing.

...

The sky was just beginning to lighten.

Morning light peeked in through the cracks in the window, casting a warm, dappled glow on the bed.

When Liu Ce opened his eyes, he was immediately brought back to his senses by the soft, warm body beside him.

Looking down, I saw that Yin Ying was still fast asleep.

Her long eyelashes drooped, and there were still traces of tears at the corners of her eyes.

Her cheeks were flushed with a warm blush that hadn't faded all night, and her black hair was scattered messily on the pillow.

She was curled up in the blankets, her brows slightly furrowed, and even her breathing was soft.

It's obvious that he was exhausted from the previous night's hard work; his whole body feels like it's about to fall apart.

I didn't even realize the person next to me had woken up.

Liu Ce couldn't help but smile.

He gently brushed away the stray hairs clinging to her cheek with his fingertips, making extremely light movements, as if afraid of waking her.

He tiptoed out of bed, grabbed the clothes beside him, and quickly put them on.

He turned back and tucked the blanket in tightly, leaving no gaps for drafts.

He then quietly opened the door and closed it tightly behind him without making a sound.

...

As soon as I turned into the front yard, I saw a familiar figure.

Lu Bing stood like a lookout post next to a pillar under the eaves.

His eyes were wide open, staring intently in the direction of the bedroom.

His expression was more focused than a dog waiting for a reward.

As soon as he saw Liu Ce come out, he rushed over as if he had been injected with chicken blood.

With a perfectly timed smile on his face and his voice deliberately lowered, he had a gossipy look on his face that said, "I know, I know everything."

He leaned closer and asked respectfully:

"My lord, you're awake? How are you feeling?"

Liu Ce couldn't help but laugh when he saw his sly look.

She raised her hand and patted his shoulder, deliberately keeping a straight face but unable to hide the smile in her eyes, and said:

"You're a good kid. You must have put in a lot of effort behind the scenes. You handled this well, you know how to get things done. Keep it up."

Upon hearing this compliment, Lu Bing straightened his back a bit more.

He rubbed his hands together, chuckled, and quickly bowed in reply, his words as sweet as honey:

"It is my duty to share the burdens of my lord! My lord has been busy with both warfare and governance lately, which has taken a toll on his mind and body. I may not be able to help with other major tasks, but if I fail to handle this small, thoughtful matter properly, wouldn't I be wasting my lord's salary?"

As he spoke, he leaned forward again, lowered his voice, and patted his chest to assure everyone.

A look of complete confidence on his face:

"To be honest, my lord, I've already found out everything. Miss Yin is gentle and considerate, which is perfect for your taste."

He paused, then continued to pledge his loyalty:

"If you have any further needs, whether it's finding someone you like or investigating some obscure piece of information, I guarantee I'll handle it perfectly, without the slightest mistake. It will absolutely put your mind at ease!"

Liu Ce was amused by his boastful manner.

He laughed and kicked him, pretending to curse:

"Alright, enough with the nonsense. Have you finished the important business?"

Lu Bing immediately dropped his playful grin, bowed respectfully, and replied:

"Rest assured, my lord, I have already placed detailed intelligence from various regions on your desk in your study. The situation in Yanzhou, Qingzhou, Yuzhou, and Xuzhou, as well as the movements of Ma Teng and Han Sui in Liangzhou, have all been clearly compiled."

"Hmm, not bad." Liu Ce nodded and walked towards the study.

As he walked, he said:

"I'll give you three months' salary. From now on, focus on the important things you need to keep an eye on, and stop thinking about these trivial matters all the time."

Lu Bing's face instantly lit up with a smile, and he quickly bowed in agreement:

"Thank you for your kindness, my lord! I understand! I guarantee that both official and personal matters will be handled perfectly for you!"

Watching Liu Ce enter the study, Lu Bing straightened up, stroked his chin, and chuckled.

Well, my lord is very satisfied.

This task will have to continue!

...

Liu Ce entered the study, and sure enough, there was a thick stack of intelligence on the desk.

He sat down and began to look through the documents one by one.

In Yanzhou, most of the prefects have already received the news and are waiting to surrender.

Once Xue Rengui and his men arrive, it shouldn't be too difficult to deal with them.

In Qingzhou, the remnants of the Yellow Turban Rebellion still have some influence, but they are not a significant threat.

Once the army arrives, you either surrender or die.

In Yuzhou, Prince Liu Chong of Chen remained inactive, while the other prefects were filled with anxiety.

The situation in Xuzhou is similar to that in Yuzhou.

Meanwhile, in Liangzhou, Ma Teng and Han Sui were frantically mobilizing troops.