The Imperial Physician had only just checked her pulse a few days ago and declared her healthy. There was no mistake, so Xie Jinbai didn't insist on calling for him.
His large, warm hand moved of its own accord to rest on her lower abdomen, warming it.
Before long, Cui Lingyao felt the dull, pulling ache begin to fade.
A pleasant warmth spread through her abdomen, and it was very comfortable.
She lay on her side, burying her head in the hollow of his shoulder and humming in contentment. She didn't forget to praise him in a small voice, "You're truly useful in the winter."
Xie Jinbai: "..."
He didn't say a word.
They were both naked, holding each other without a stitch of clothing between them.
It suddenly occurred to Cui Lingyao. She tilted her head up to look at him. "Is this hard for you?"
The smooth line of his jaw tensed abruptly at her words.
