Chapter 73: Son-in-Law: She Is Delicate and Weak, So Please Be Gentle (3)
Qin Yin's face showed a timely hint of curiosity as she inwardly sighed in relief.
As an enchantress, her conversational skills were flawless.
No matter what the gift was, she could always steer the conversation toward her tragic past and evoke sympathy!
For example, if it were gold or jewelry, she could sigh and say her mother had always longed for such things…
Surely, after that, he wouldn't have the heart to take advantage of her, right?
Otherwise, wouldn't he be no different from a beast?
Su Qing smiled and opened a bundle.
Inside was a sheer, almost translucent dance dress.
Qin Yin's expression froze.
Wait… Was he serious?
Giving a gift like this—was he really a proper gentleman?
The outfit was undoubtedly beautiful, but it was far too thin! She could never wear this in public!
It was practically one of those infamous outfits that supposedly increased a man's "attack speed."
She was mentally cursing.
Even with all her eloquence, how was she supposed to turn this into a tragic backstory?
"This gift is truly exquisite… I've never seen such a lovely dress before," she murmured softly.
A delicate blush spread across her pale cheeks, a sight that would undoubtedly stir a man's protective instincts.
Since she couldn't play the pity card, she opted to stir his admiration instead!
At this point, shouldn't he appreciate her beauty and engage in poetic conversation?
"I think it's lovely too. Why don't you put it on now? It would be a shame to waste my brother's good intentions," Su Qing suggested without hesitation.
As a seasoned expert, he only had one rule—move quickly, no brakes!
Qin Yin felt as if she had just been punched in the gut.
There was no way Gu Qingzhou had sent her something like this.
This man was utterly shameless! No wonder he was favored by the Empress.
Compared to Gu Qingzhou, he was far more difficult to deal with. She needed to be at her absolute best!
Despite this, she still clung to her strategy of invoking pity.
She believed that given the right opportunity, he would relent!
"Very well, my lord. I shall change at once."
She feigned excitement, as if she truly adored the gift.
To an outsider, it would seem as though she was genuinely thrilled.
"There's no need to leave. You can change right here. After all, there's no one else around," Su Qing said, grabbing her hand with a serious expression.
"A gentleman should always be forthright. There's no need to be so reserved."
Su Qing always preferred honesty—why should she be so guarded?
"B-but… I've never done something like this before. My lord, could you grant me a little space?"
"I understand my fate, but that doesn't mean I accept it willingly…"
Qin Yin's voice was laced with sorrow, and her delicate frame trembled slightly.
Finally, she had managed to steer the conversation in her desired direction.
Given his supposed gentlemanly nature, surely he wouldn't press her now, right?
Unlike her usual deceptive tactics, her hesitation and resistance were genuine this time.
Though she was an enchantress, she was not entirely shameless. She had never offered her body before.
And now, she had already been taken advantage of to a great extent.
"My dear Qin Yin, I deeply sympathize with your plight. Rest assured, I will cherish you."
"Come, let me help you change. No one else has ever had this privilege," Su Qing said, his voice filled with emotion.
The relentless scoundrel had no intention of letting her go—in fact, he was doubling down.
"My lord, th-this isn't proper!" she exclaimed in panic.
This so-called privilege—who would want it?!
"No need to be concerned. While my status is high, you are a pitiable soul. There's no need for such distinctions."
"I already consider you one of my own. Since we are close, why bother with formalities?"
"Or… do you not wish to repay me for rescuing you from that brothel?" Su Qing asked smoothly.
Qin Yin: "…"
She was at a loss for words.
This man was even more skilled at rhetoric than she was.
With just a few sentences, he had completely trapped her.
She claimed to be a victim, and he responded with promises of kindness.
It was a battle of wits between two masters, and this time, she had lost.
Under his intense gaze, she had no choice but to reach for the dress's zipper.
Biting her lip, her eyes filled with silent protest as she looked at him.
She hoped this display would stir the kindness within him.
Instead, she was met with a look of encouragement.
That gaze held more than just encouragement.
Qin Yin: "…"
Pervert!
She cursed him inwardly but ultimately yielded.
She unzipped her dress, letting the form-fitting fabric slip to the ground.
Fortunately, she still wore a thin undergarment, barely preserving her modesty.
If she were to be fully exposed, she would have suffered a true loss!
Su Qing, ever the gentleman, reached out to take the discarded dress.
The fine fabric was still warm, carrying a hint of her fragrance.
Had he been a true degenerate, he might have lifted it to his nose and savored the scent.
He considered it for a moment but ultimately decided against it.
There was already someone available, and plenty of opportunities to make an impact.
Come to think of it… this enchantress was surprisingly conservative, wearing such modest attire underneath.
The contrast was oddly charming.
In no time, she had changed into the delicate dance dress.
Qin Yin's speed at changing was astonishing, and in the blink of an eye, she was ready.
She didn't even give Su Qing the chance to assist her.
A true shame.
Now, she was less pure and more alluring than before.
The sheer, translucent dress accentuated her figure far more than the cheongsam had.