C4 The Morning After

Qiu Xiyun felt as if her body was on fire. She hurried to the master bedroom's bathroom, stripped down to her underwear, and splashed cold water all over her body to try to cool down. It was no use; no matter how much water she drenched herself with, her body heat remained elevated...so, she continued burning up. Her cheeks were flushed to a dark, beet red shade; and, she was panting heavily. Meanwhile...between the splashed water and profuse sweat seeping through her heated flesh...beads of water seemed to be glistening all over her entire body, accentuating every delicate curvature of her beautifully feminine physique.

When Qiu Xiyun returned to beside the bed, she noticed that Yinn Siyan's skin was also flushed to a dark, beet red shade; and, he too was sweating profusely. She placed her hand to his forehead, and...just as she suspected...he was also burning up. Then, she happened to glance downward; and, that's when she saw it...a swelling bulge rising in the lap of Yinn Siyan's pajamas. Besides the heat that she was already experiencing, Qiu Xiyun suddenly felt a growing heat and moistening between her legs...along with an arousing tingling sensation.

The Madame of the Yinn family knew that it was highly improbable that Yinn Siyan would be able to drink the drugged wine...and that Qiu Xiyun also probably wouldn't even attempt to make him drink...so, instead, the Madame had the drug infused into Yinn Siyan's IV drip, just before Qiu Xiyun was taken the master bedroom. Looking down upon the comatose Yinn Siyan in that aroused state...having a brief moment of clarity from her dazedly confused state, Qiu Xiyun assumed that he must be under the influence of the same drug affecting her; and, that it was more than likely administered through his IV. She thought to herself, "How could Madame do this to us... especially to her grandson? Isn't she worried that in his current condition the drug may do more damage? Sure; I know that she's desperate for us to have a child; but..." Qiu Xiyun suddenly felt a bit awkwardly uneasy; as her libido started to get the better of her...and, she was craving to take advantage of the situation.

Qiu Xiyun thought perhaps she should do something to take her mind off of that overwhelming sensation down below....So; in a convoluted train of thought...fueled by her growing carnal desires, as a result of the drug...Qiu Xiyun came up with a plan; which, in the end, wound up backfiring.

She decided that she would massage Yinn Siyan's legs, again. This time, however; instead of lifting the pajamas pants' legs, Qiu Xiyun removed them altogether...along with his underwear. With the swelling bulge exposed...freely rising up into the air...Qiu Xiyun intensely stared down upon it; while instinctively licking her lips. After a moment, or two, of that, Qiu Xiyun began massaging the acupuncture points. But, shortly; she found herself gradually moving her hands up Yinn Siyan's legs...working her way up towards his upper inner-thigh area.

Qiu Xiyun continued massaging Yinn Siyan's inner-thighs, while intensely gazing down upon his engorged member; as she vigorously licked her lips, trying to wipe away the saliva heavily drooling from the corners of her mouth. Finally; she could no longer control herself...so, in a libidinous frenzy, Qiu Xiyun brusquely mounted the unconscious...yet, fully aroused...Yinn Siyan, and began to wildly ride him.

It was nearly noon the following day, when Qiu Xiyun finally awoken...naked, sweaty, and achingly sore in her waist and lower back areas. Still groggy from the drug...whose effects were slowly wearing off...Qiu Xiyun was trying to recall the night before; and, when she did, she felt totally embarrassed, and even a bit disgusted with herself...or, rather, with her whorish behavior that was brought on by that damn drug. She remained blushing the entire time she washed away the viscous remnants left behind on her and Yinn Siyan's body, from their...more so hers...carnal escapade. Even still; there was a small part of her that was pleased and happy over the impromptu intercourse...and, a small grin of satisfaction emerged upon her mouth.

Suddenly, there was a knocking at the door. Qiu Xiyun quickly threw on her robe, and rushed over to the door; slightly opening it to an ajar position. It was the chambermaid; who was there to inform Qiu Xiyuan that the Madame, and other Yinn family members, were already at the dining room waiting for her.

The dishes hadn't been served yet because, as per Madame's instructions, they were to wait until her new granddaughter-in-law arrived. So, while they were waiting, all of the Yinn family relatives were enthusiastically chatting among themselves...taking that opportunity to catch up with one other. But, once Qiu Xiyun finally arrived and entered the restaurant, that once incessant chattering had come to an abrupt halt...and all eyes were upon the newest Yinn family member.

Qiu Xiyun was attired in the dress left behind for her by Madame. It was an elegant, crimson red, silk gown, with a low plunging neckline, backless down to her waistline, and open-slit down both sides of her legs. The material clung snugly against her beautifully feminine physique; accentuating every aesthetic curvature and contour of her body. Her skin...which was slightly pale-looking, the day before...appeared to have more of a rosy coloring to it, and seemed to even be glowing a bit. And, her eyes seemed to be 'smiling', beaming, to the point of almost glimmering. Her beauty nearly stunned just about everyone present.

Eventually, the silence was broken; as a cold, haughty laugh emanated in the air...followed by some crudely snide remarks. "Well, look who finally decided to show up, and grace us with her presence. Any longer and we'd have to order from the dinner selections instead of the lunch menu." A devilishly mischievous smirk emerged upon his countenance. "Judging by that blinding 'after-sex-glow' radiating from that flushed face of yours, I'd say that you had a very happy night last night...huh; sister-in-law?...Or, instead of calling it a 'happy night'; should we say 'happy ending'?"

The individual who had spoken so crassly was none other than Yinn Siyan's younger brother, Yinn Tianze. He had a gentle face, which housed a sharp tongue. His cynically nasty temperament had instantly ruined Qiu Xiyun's previously happy mood. She had finally come to accept what happened and, was relishing that rapturously blissful night...until Yinn Tianze had turned it back again into a seemingly embarrassing act of depravity.

Muffled laughter and snickering started to permeate the air, as Yinn Tianze continued his ridiculing of Qiu Xiyun. "I never would have expected that Xiyun had such a love of 'vegetables'...or, considering my poor brother's current appearance, should we say she enjoys durians?" He derisively sneered at Qiu Xiyun.

"All kidding aside...I find it utterly ridiculous of you...no; make that pathetic. You really have no shame, Qiu Xiyun; do you? How could you do it with Siyan while he's still in a coma? When you think about it, basically, you raped him."

That was the 'straw that broke the camel's back'. Qiu Xiyun curtly blurted out, "I may have 'raped' him; as you put it...but you screwed him first! After all, didn't you steal your brother's fiancee right after his accident?" An impish little grin suddenly emerged upon her countenance, "Or...were the two of you messing around even before that?...Yeah, you probably were; weren't you?" Yinn Tianze's ire skyrocketed and his face instantly turned fiery-red, as he fiercely scowled at Qiu Xiyun.

Seeing Yinn Tianze fuming like that had immediately satisfied Qiu Xiyun; as she thought to herself, "What an idiot. Does he really think that he has the right to call me shameless when he himself had betrayed his own brother? I suppose he actually thinks that highly of himself...no wonder he took such a fancy to Qiu Xiangying; they're a perfect match for one another...like 'two peas in a pod'."

Murmured incessant chattering began to permeate the restaurant once again. Qiu Xiyun took a moment to look over at Zhao Qiuxian...who was seated at the main table, located on a raised dais-like platform against the back wall of the restaurant...and she noticed the austerely disappointed expression ingrained upon her visage. This saddened Qiu Xiyun, who had taken a liking to the Yinn family's matriarch...even despite the drugging of the wine incident.

Qiu Xiyun decided it was time to set the record straight; and, try to end all that mean-spirited bickering. "Seriously, who do you think you are, Yinn Tianze...to speak to me in such a rude manner?"

A livid Yinn Tianze was suddenly taken aback. It was becoming clearly apparent to him that Qiu Xiyun wouldn't be as easily bullied as he believed she would be...but; was she actually going to continue challenging him while refusing to back down? He stammered, "W-what do you mean?"

"'What do I mean?'..." Qiu Xiyun held her head up high as she resolutely proclaimed, "Young Master Yinn is my husband...making me the Young Mistress of the Yinn family. And what we did last night...not that it's any of your business...was just the most normal and sacred activity shared between husband and wife. So, that said...how can any of 'you outsiders' judge and point fingers at us?"

By deliberately emphasizing the words 'you outsiders', Qiu Xiyun had caused quite the stirring commotion in the restaurant. The whole room was abuzz and, just about everyone who heard her remark was agitatedly perturbed. It especially didn't sit well with the elders of the Yinn family, who immediately griped to the Zhao Qiuxian... "How dare that impudent little thing act so high and mighty after just marrying into the family....Madame, you be the judge...tell us, how is it that we are considered as being 'outsiders'? If anything, she is the outsider, here."

"That's right...it's evident that this unlearned, ill-mannered girl from the Qiu family either doesn't know about, or doesn't respect the rituals and manners. How dare she speak to her elders like that! Such arrogance!"

It had gotten to the point where all of the Yinn family relatives were ganging up, and thrusting all the blame and criticism onto Qiu Xiyun, and, Zhao Qiuxian's austerely disappointed expression had transformed into one of frustrated anger.

Earlier that morning, Zhao Qiuxian was extremely happy...nearly ecstatic. Not only had the servants assured her that the wine was given to Qiu Xiyun last night, as instructed, but, it was also reported to her...according to some of the busybody maids who were eavesdropping at the Young Master's bedroom door...that Qiu Xiyun was moaning out loudly, sounding as if she was experiencing pleasurable ecstasy. Add the fact that Qiu Xiyun hadn't awakened yet when they left for the restaurant, the Madame was convinced that the matter had been settled...and, the deed done.

Afterwards...when she saw that blissfully tell-tale state that Qiu Xiyun had entered the restaurant in, the Madame of the Yinn family was pleasantly satisfied. But, she wasn't expecting that these so-called family relatives would be so harsh, and make things difficult for Qiu Xiyun. And; she was especially upset over the fact that it was her grandson...Yinn Siyan's own brother...Yinn Tianze who would 'cast the first stone', and started it all. She was infuriated, and bellowed out, "ALL OF YOU SHUT UP!!"

A deafening-like silence had befallen the room after the Madame's sudden outburst; then, Zhao Qiuxian slammed the chopsticks she was holding in her hand down onto the table...an; that sharp, slap-like smack loudly resounded throughout the silently still air. And, having drawn everyone's attention, she disdainfully snorted. "Xiyun is right. What she did was a matter which is only of concern between husband and wife. So it's best that us outsiders not get involved in their affairs."

On the surface, the pretense behind these words may have seemed to be criticizing Qiu Xiyun for not being polite...especially towards her elders. But, for those who looked a little deeper...or, to those who understood Zhao Qiuxian's underlying context...the Madame was really mockingly scorning them for meddling in other people's business.

Once everyone fully understood the meaning behind Zhao Qiuxian's words...not only were they confoundingly taken aback, but, they started to feel a bit threatened, and fearful of Qiu Xiyun. Just exactly how powerful was this boldly brazen newcomer to the Yinn family? In just a one day, she had managed to win over Madame's favor and have her stand on her side.

Looking at the sullen, pouting faces of the 'emasculated' Yinn family relatives, Zhao Quixian was sure that she had gotten her point across. Satisfied...her anger began to diminish and her face softened. Soon, a genteel smile emerged upon her countenance and she gestured for Qiu Xiyun. "Xiyun, my dear, come over here, and sit next to me."

First, having been 'exonerated' by the Madame, then, cordially invited to sit by her side...a relieved and happy Qiu Xiyun gracefully ambled her way over towards the dais-like platform, before everyone's jealous eyes. However, now she seemed to have been exuding a more demure, pleasantly affable air about her...appearing more like a shy, little wife and filial granddaughter-in-law, rather than that previously arrogant, little 'spitfire'.

Everybody was stunned by this dramatic change...but, what happened next shocked them even more.

Once at Zhao Qiuxian's side, Qiu Xiyun subserviently bowed her head to her, and said, "I apologize for all the ruckus I have caused here, today, Madame. I am truly sorry... And I am extremely grateful that you are still allowing me the honor to sit next to you after all that. Thank you ever so much, Madame."

Zhao Qiuxian endearingly gazed upon Qiu Xiyun, completely satisfied with the marriage arrangement. "No need for you to be so polite with me, child. Yan is my grandson, so, just call me Grandmother, from now on." A huge smile expanded across Qiu Xiyun's mouth, and she appreciatively replied, "Okay; I will. Thank you; Grandmother." Zhao Qiuxian smiled back, while Yinn Tianze...along with most of the other Yinn family relatives...scowled.

Shortly after that...Zhao Qiuxian looked off to the side, and waved for one of the servants lined up along the all. "Butler Xiao, please bring over the document I asked you to hold onto for me."

"Yes, Madame." Butler Xiao immediately walked over, and started to hand it to Zhao Qiuxian, who gestured with her eyes for him to give it to Qiu Xiyun. The butler nodded; then, tried handing it to Qiu Xiyun...who stood there motionless, staring at the envelope.

The last thing Qiu Xiyun wanted to do was offend Madame; still, she couldn't help but to feel a bit apprehensive about taking the document. She heard rumors about how wealthy families...especially those as rich and powerful as the Yinn family...would draw up some kind of 'selling contract' when their members were marrying those deemed to be socially inferior to them, making them essentially nothing more than mere property of their spouse. She became extremely anxious; as her heart pounded in her chest. She wondered just what exactly was Madame giving her.

But, the more she thought about it, the more ridiculous her thoughts seemed to her...and, Qiu Xiyun silently laughed in her head, "Stop being so paranoid, girl. I really don't think people can be legally sold nowadays. And even if these alleged 'selling contracts' really did exist...and they're handing one over to me...it really wouldn't make a difference. There's no way my father and stepmother would allow me to get out of my marriage to Yinn Siyan, anyway. So, why bother worrying about it."

Then Qiu Xiyun noticed Zhao Qiuxian amicably smiling at her, while urging her with her eyes to take the document. Qiu Xiyun finally caved in, and took the envelope from Butler Xiao; then, she hesitantly opened the envelope and pulled out the document. She began looking over its content and was immediately shocked...suddenly gasping out, "What...?"

It was an equity transfer agreement; similar to the contract that she had signed with Qiu Guofei to get back the company shares her mother left to her. The only difference was...and, oh what a difference it was...that according to these terms, Qiu Xiyun was to receive 5% of all the shares under Yinn Group. She was stunned, as she remained momentarily gawking over that '5%' listed. Sure, maybe 5% was a measly drop in the bucket to the Yinn family...but, in comparison to the transfer agreement received from Qui Guofei, these shares way surpassed the amount left by her mother.

Qiu Xiyun never in her wildest dreams would expect Madame to be so generous. She was truly moved...nearly bursting out into tears...and, though she was truly grateful that the Madame would treat her so well, Qiu Xiyun suddenly felt uneasy...and wanted to reject that grand gesture. "Grandmother; thank you so much for this most unbelievably generous offering...but, I'm sorry, I can't accept this. This is just too much. I truly appreciate it, though. Just knowing that you wanted to do this for me is more than I could ever ask for...to hope for."

Zhao Qiuxian once again endearingly gazed upon Qiu Xiyun, then, reached out, and gently stroked her hair. Then, she lightly patted Qiu Xiyun's shoulder. "I kind of had a feeling you were going to say something like that...do I know my granddaughter-in-law, or what?" Zhao Quixian delivered another genteel smile to her. "Xiyun; there is no doubt in my mind that you are the best wife for my Yan...a thousand times better than that no good, two-timing stepsister of yours. And; there's also no doubt in my mind that you have suffered some hardship when you agreed to pay your family's debt, and marry Yan. So, don't think too much about this. This 5% of Yinn Group shares is just a small token of my goodwill and gratitude for you marrying into our family....And I truly believe in my heart that my Yan will also be happy that I've done this for you when he wakes up."