Qin Ruojing was taken aback, she only knew about this custom, but as for why, she really hadn't heard about it.

Chu Ge really liked Qin Ruojing's current expression, because this time, it was finally within his expectations.

"You don't know, right? I knew you wouldn't know, do you want to know why?"

Although Chu Ge looked smug and cocky, Qin Ruojing still nodded her head.

Since last night, she had truly become his woman, so letting him show off a little bit wouldn't hurt their relationship and might even benefit it.

Moreover, Qin Ruojing was genuinely curious about the story behind this custom.

Seeing the rare moment when Qin Ruojing nodded obediently, Chu Ge didn't keep her in suspense and continued explaining.

"Because in our Hua Country, there's always been the saying that men handle external affairs and women handle domestic ones, and most of the household duties are done by women."

Qin Ruojing rolled her eyes at Chu Ge. What does he mean by saying this? Are they not married yet, and he's already eager to distance himself from chores? Besides, what's this got to do with wearing a ring?

Feeling the change in Qin Ruojing's gaze, Chu Ge's smile widened, but it didn't interrupt his explanation.

"So, unless she's left-handed, when a woman is doing household chores, it's natural to prioritize the right hand. Therefore, compared to the left hand, whether it's cooking, washing clothes, mopping floors, or doing other household chores, the right hand is more likely to be in the woman's line of sight. This way she can always see the source of her happiness."

Qin Ruojing felt speechless inside. Who came up with this nonsense? Isn't this clearly using the guise of happiness to make women do more work?

However, she immediately realized that Chu Ge hadn't put the ring on her right hand, and some thoughts occurred to her instantly. Her heart was suddenly moved, and she looked at Chu Ge with additional warmth in her eyes.

"You mean... when we're together, I won't have to do the housework? Is that why you put the ring on my left hand?"

Chu Ge scratched his head, chuckling, "No!"

Qin Ruojing's face was instantly black-lined. She should have known, Chu Ge couldn't be so kind-hearted.

"But, I can help you, since I'm by your side, so you won't need to feel happiness only by looking at the ring on your right hand."

Chu Ge's left hand caressed the ring on Qin Ruojing's left ring finger, and his right hand gently touched her cheek, using his thumb to tenderly wipe away her tears.

Yet, as soon as he finished speaking, Qin Ruojing, who had stopped crying, felt tears welling up in her eyes again.

Even if Chu Ge was just saying it casually, even if he couldn't make these words a reality after they got married, these words truly touched Qin Ruojing deeply.

Moreover, would Chu Ge just say it casually? From Qin Ruojing's perspective, no, otherwise why would he put the ring on her left ring finger? Why would he tell her the story about this custom?

"Alright, why are you crying again? Please don't cry, give me a smile, will you?" Chu Ge continued to wipe the increasingly overflowing tears and shook his head helplessly, "Okay, okay, at worst, I won't help you with the chores in the future, is that alright?"

With one sentence, Qin Ruojing burst into laughter through her tears, raising a pink fist that landed on Chu Ge's chest, "Hmph! Dream on, once words are spoken, they can't be taken back, since you said you'd help me with the chores just now... No, what do you mean help me with the chores, any housework should be our shared responsibility, there's no such thing as who helps whom, right?"

At this moment, Qin Ruojing no longer had a trace of the strong woman image. She was clearly a little woman who cried when coaxed and laughed when appeased, completely falling in love.

This side of Qin Ruojing was especially endearing to Chu Ge, stirring warmth in his heart and reassuring him that this decision wasn't made hastily. If he could hold hands and spend life with her, it would indeed be a beautiful thing.

"You know, whatever I do is wrong, helping is wrong, not helping is wrong, do you even want me to help or not?"

Originally, Chu Ge was just speaking in the moment without much thought, but it struck a chord with Qin Ruojing, reminding her of when Tianqing Company was first established, and she had asked Chu Ge similar questions. Chu Ge jokingly teased her at that time too. Maybe Chu Ge hadn't thought much of it, maybe she misunderstood, but who knows?

Involuntarily, Qin Ruojing's face flushed even redder, throwing another punch at Chu Ge, and muttered, "Rascal."

Chu Ge was a little puzzled, how did he become a rascal again?

As he was wondering, Qin Ruojing gently held his hand and softly murmured, "Chu Ge, you're really nice."

Chu Ge was slightly stunned, then his face lit up with a gentle smile, gazing at the woman in front of him who was about to become his wife, savoring this quiet warmth.

After a while, Chu Ge broke the sweet silence between them.

"Xiaojing."

"Hmm?"

"Didn't you always say I'm a rogue? Well, I want to do something a rogue would do."

Qin Ruojing looked at Chu Ge, her gaze conflicted, "Calling you a mood killer is definitely not wrong."

Chu Ge smiled helplessly, "Honestly, I really don't know how I'm a mood killer this time. We're a couple, and we've already done it once. Isn't that right?"

Qin Ruojing glared at Chu Ge and said, "What do you think? I was feeling quite touched, and then you suddenly say something like this. The mood's completely ruined. Besides, my sister is still home. Are you crazy?"

Chu Ge grinned, "It's okay. Didn't you say yourself that Xiaoying is a heavy sleeper? She won't wake up easily. We'll just be quieter, won't we?"

Looking at Chu Ge, Qin Ruojing hesitated. In this atmosphere, her heart was filled with an unprecedented sweetness and happiness. She really didn't want to upset Chu Ge.

And Chu Ge wasn't entirely wrong. They had already been intimate once and had now solidified their relationship. Even if she couldn't remember the details from that time, it didn't seem unreasonable to consider doing it again.

But thinking about how her sister was just in the next room and the soundproofing here wasn't great, she found it really hard to accept.

"Maybe...we shouldn't? What if she wakes up? That would be so embarrassing."

Chu Ge wasn't really expecting Qin Ruojing to agree when he made the suggestion. He was just trying his luck. If it worked, great. If not, he wouldn't push it.

After all, having experienced such a beautiful woman yet having no memory of it at all was really frustrating.

However, noticing that Qin Ruojing's expression and tone weren't resolute and seemed open to discussion, Chu Ge suddenly became enthusiastic and wanted it more than before.

"Hmm, you have a point. Why don't we...get a room outside?"

Qin Ruojing bit her lip, "Do you...want it that much? Is it really that important to you?"

From Qin Ruojing's reaction, Chu Ge felt he was close to success. He naturally chuckled, "Desires are natural. Besides, your mother-in-law is waiting to have a grandchild. We need to work harder, don't we?"

Qin Ruojing rubbed her forehead in exasperation, acknowledging that this guy was good at finding excuses. She helplessly glanced at Chu Ge again, "Honestly, I'm really not in the mood right now."

Pausing, Qin Ruojing observed Chu Ge's reaction. Seeing a hint of disappointment on his face, she continued, "Actually, I haven't slept since last night. I'm really tired now, and also..."

"Then never mind," Chu Ge said with a relieved smile, interrupting Qin Ruojing before she could finish, as he sat back down on the bed.

Qin Ruojing was a little stunned, not expecting Chu Ge, who seemed so eager just a moment ago, to give up so easily. Clearly, if he had pushed a little more, she might have agreed.

"Are you...mad?" Qin Ruojing sat down next to Chu Ge on the bed and touched his hand.

Qin Ruojing didn't even realize how feminine she appeared in that cautious manner at the moment. Even Chu Ge found it quite unusual. If anyone else had seen it, they definitely wouldn't have believed their eyes.

A woman truly in love might not show any change in front of outsiders, but in front of the one she loves, she's often capable of enormous transformations.

This change doesn't happen overnight but gradually over time, and once it reaches a certain level, it bursts out all at once. Qin Ruojing was a perfect example of this.

Chu Ge shook his head with a smile, "No."

"Really not?"

Chu Ge grasped Qin Ruojing's soft hand and said with a light laugh, "Yeah, really not."

"But you... you clearly wanted it so much just now. Why did you change your mind so suddenly?"

Qin Ruojing held Chu Ge's hand, earnestly asking. If she didn't find out the answer, she might never let go of this question.

"Because..." Chu Ge rubbed his nose, deliberately dragging out the answer, "Not afraid of you laughing, but I didn't sleep a wink last night either. I'm really tired now. I just said it on a whim and wasn't that into it."

Actually, this wasn't really why Chu Ge gave up. He was still full of energy, but he said it because he felt sorry for Qin Ruojing.

Of course, Chu Ge did have a slight bit of dissatisfaction. Initially, he wasn't thinking much about it until Qin Ruojing mentioned she hadn't slept all night. That made him realize he hadn't thought it through carefully enough.

After all, Qin Ruojing's stamina couldn't compare to his. He could go a night without sleep without any problem, but for Qin Ruojing, it was different. He didn't want to focus only on his enjoyment and make Qin Ruojing too tired.

Chu Ge's consideration for Qin Ruojing, unknowingly mirrored Qin Ruojing's own concerns. Her refusal wasn't only because her sister was in the next room, but also out of consideration for him.

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