CMWKSD -Chapter 130 Life’s Four Greatest Joys

After the parade, Ji Yiqing and the other newly qualified Jinshi had to go to the palace to hear the official announcement.

Perhaps influenced by the festive atmosphere of the parade, the common people all had smiles on their faces. Even though they themselves hadn’t passed the exams, each brilliant smile reflected their genuine blessings for all the scholars who had endured long years of study.

Finally, the names on the red list were confirmed.

Jiu Yue stayed immersed in this excitement all the way home.

Shao Qing was truly happy—finally, the household had two top-notch “oxen and horses” (a metaphor for highly capable people). Previously, they had also been Jiu Yue’s “oxen and horses,” but at most, they were ordinary people. Now that they were officials, their power and status were completely different.

He should be able to take it easy now, right?

By the time Ji Yiqing and Ji Chaomian arrived home, it was already completely dark outside.

Jiu Yue waited at home, and whether it was the neighbors or the household servants, every congratulatory word was sincere. Until Ji Yiqing and Ji Chaomian returned, Jiu Yue was still fully immersed in that warmth.

Ji Yiqing and Ji Chaomian entered from the main gate, wearing their red flowers on their heads.

Ji Yiqing was still holding the bouquet that Jiu Yue had thrown to him on the street.

The moment Jiu Yue saw him, her eyes lit up. Even the common official robe made Ji Yiqing look strikingly elegant and refined.

“Ji Yiqing!” Jiu Yue called out from the corridor, her voice full of warmth and joy.

Ji Yiqing was talking to Ji Chaomian and, hearing his name, looked up and met Jiu Yue’s sparkling eyes—it was as if her entire world had lit up.

He couldn’t help but smile. “I’m here!”

Jiu Yue suddenly broke into a run, her footsteps thudding rapidly, making Ji Yiqing almost giddy with excitement.

Without caring if anyone was watching, she leapt forward and threw herself into Ji Yiqing’s arms.

Ji Yiqing forgot all concerns about public decorum. He shoved the flowers into Ji Chaomian’s hands and supported Jiu Yue’s legs, catching her fully in his embrace.

“You’re amazing!” Jiu Yue said sincerely.

Although she hadn’t taken the exams herself, having lived in the ancient world for some time, she had a clear understanding of the harshness of the imperial exams and the struggles of scholars. She knew it was no small feat—a test as treacherous as crossing a bridge with thousands of troops on a single plank.

Ji Yiqing smiled brightly, carrying Jiu Yue into the house.

Ji Chaomian, holding the flowers and watching their backs, muttered jealously, “She’s really something!”

Yes, really something. The others had tactfully left. Ji Chaomian sighed and carried the flowers, which didn’t belong to him, into the house.

Ji Yiqing held Jiu Yue all the way to their room. Only after entering did they realize how compromising their positions were—but by then, nothing else mattered.

He had passed—the coveted Third Place, the Tanhua—so how could he not let himself enjoy a bit of joy, forgetting all propriety and restraint?

Ji Yiqing looked up slightly. Jiu Yue had her arms around his neck.

He parted his lips slightly, gazing steadily at her, and with a kick of his foot, the door closed.

“Kiss me.”

Jiu Yue’s eyes widened slightly—she hadn’t expected reserved Ji Yiqing to ever show such bold passion.

“Just a small request? Consider it granted!”

Saying that, she cupped Ji Yiqing’s face and lowered her head, pressing her lips to his.

Ji Yiqing supported her with one hand on her hips, the other on her waist, steadily moving toward the bed.

Until Jiu Yue was gently pressed onto the bed, Ji Yiqing still felt as if he were dreaming.

Seeing Jiu Yue’s soft breaths beneath him, and with her offering herself freely in this intimate atmosphere, Ji Yiqing’s mind was blank, entirely consumed with the thought of getting closer and closer.

Finally, the thing he had imagined countless times had found its outlet.

Boldly, Ji Yiqing pinched Jiu Yue’s earlobe—soft, tiny, and tender—earning her a roll of her eyes, though she didn’t push his hand away.

Clearing his throat, his voice a little hoarse, he asked, “Jiu Yue, do you know the four greatest joys in life?”

Jiu Yue clicked her tongue—he was pinning her down, and of course she could feel it! She wasn’t some innocent who didn’t understand. Naturally, she flipped him over instead.

Ji Yiqing’s eyes widened—this really was Jiu Yue’s style.

She removed his hat, and Ji Yiqing cooperated fully with her movements.

The teasing, hinting, and subtle signals followed. Although he appeared composed, his mind was already scattered with pleasure under Jiu Yue’s fingers.

Jiu Yue smirked, lowering the curtain, and with a flourish, revealed Ji Yiqing’s chest and pulled open his robe like a mischievous fox spirit.

…

Ji Yiqing, drenched in sweat, buried his face in Jiu Yue’s neck.

Jiu Yue looked up at the canopy, exasperated. She had thought that the delicate depictions in books of inexperienced young men could never apply to Ji Yiqing, the rugged hero type of novels she liked—the kind who could wear her out all night.

But—yes, there was a “but”—perhaps this was his first real encounter.

Jiu Yue could feel the pain, but after the pain came pleasure.

However, when Ji Yiqing felt pain, it seemed over in an instant!

Jiu Yue wanted to scold him—his brain wasn’t functioning…

“I… I…” he stammered.

Jiu Yue smacked the back of his head, then noticed he had another reaction—so fast?

Before she could comment, Ji Yiqing’s performance was terrifyingly skilled compared to the first time when she had to guide him manually.

Jiu Yue had a strong constitution and could endure all this.

In another era, a sheltered lady might have fainted from Ji Yiqing’s intensity. Even Jiu Yue, experienced as she was, had to admit he was impressive.

Once Ji Yiqing had tidied her up and they fell into a deep sleep together, she felt complete in life.

Finally! They had shared a bed!

No one knew how much agony he had endured, being able to hold her but not partake…

Truly, the four greatest joys of life: seeing your name on the imperial list, wedding night, and—

Morning came. Jiu Yue’s biological clock was incredibly strong. She awoke groggily, only to feel a furry head resting on her shoulder.

“One day without training is fine, right?”

Annoyed, she pushed Ji Yiqing’s head away.

This man! Unbearable, yet satisfying—painful yet pleasurable. Jiu Yue was quite pleased.

But even satisfaction couldn’t erase the lingering marks of his enthusiastic antics—various teeth and fingernail marks.

Jiu Yue remained oddly silent, not even saying her usual, “None of your business,” merely letting out a soft hum and lying back down along with Ji Yiqing.

After all, she could still practice once they had slept enough.