"Are you Ding Yuan General Chen Yuanchen?”A young soldier dressed like an Imperial Guard rode his horse to the front of the army.
"It's Ding Yuan General Chen Yuanchen and the others.”Deputy General Shen replied.
The soldier dismounted from his horse and knelt on one knee." Welcome, General Chen. My master, Prime Minister Shang, has come to welcome you back to the residence under His Majesty's orders. He has been waiting for a long time. Please follow me."”After saying that, he got on his horse and rode away.
Chen Yuanchen and the others followed the soldiers. After entering the city, the people lined up to welcome them. It was a peaceful and lively atmosphere. Yun Chu and Zhi Song couldn't sit still anymore. They rushed to the window and looked at the completely unfamiliar world outside. They were curious about everything. Yun Chu had never seen so many gorgeously dressed people. This was because the desert only had sandstorms and herds of cattle and horses. She stared out of the window. Seeing so many people, Yun Chu was curious and timid. She looked very cute. Zhi Song also lost his usual shyness and was as excited as Yun Chu. He wanted to jump off the carriage and blend into the welcoming crowd. Only Qingzhu was considered steady. She was a twelve-year-old girl after all. Although she had left the Holy Capital when she was six, she had some understanding of the prosperity of the Holy Capital, so she was not surprised. Qianwan gently looked at the children's excited and happy faces. She wondered if it was a blessing or a curse to be back this time. She completely turned a deaf ear to the noise outside the window.
The group stopped in front of a luxurious mansion, and the door opened. Shang Rui cupped his fists and walked out of the manor to welcome Chen Yuanchen." General Chen, long time no see." His Majesty was heartbroken to hear that the general was injured. I couldn't sleep or eat well either. Fortunately, the general has returned to the Holy Capital. I've invited the best doctor in the Holy Capital to wait in the residence. I'll treat the general later. This old man is here to welcome the general by His Majesty's decree. This mansion was given to the general by His Majesty. Is the general satisfied?”
Chen Yuanchen quickly dismounted and returned Shang Rui's greeting." Prime Minister, you're being too serious. Prime Minister is Yuanchen's elder and should have personally visited him. Now that Prime Minister is personally welcoming him, it's really a shame." Yuanchen was a martial artist who did not know how to speak. He thanked His Majesty and the Prime Minister. If the Prime Minister did not abandon him and come to the residence for a chat, Yuanchen would also be at ease.”
Shang Rui smiled and said," General, you just arrived in the Holy Capital today and you're injured. I won't disturb you today. Besides, your wife and young lady need to rest too. It's really inconvenient for me to stay here and disturb you. I'll definitely visit you another day." We will part ways here and meet again. This old man will enter the palace to report to His Majesty.”As he spoke, he leaned closer and whispered into Chen Yuanchen's ear," There will be a distinguished guest tonight. General Chen, you have to prepare."”After saying that, he clenched his fists and bid farewell to Chen Yuanchen. He was smiling. Chen Yuanchen also returned the greeting respectfully.
Shang Rui was about to enter the palanquin when he suddenly saw Shen Yi, who had just dismounted from his horse. He greeted,"Vice General Shen, how have you been?"
"The Prime Minister is also becoming more energetic and tough.”Shen Yi bowed and greeted.
"This old man is in a hurry to return to the palace today to reply to His Majesty.”Shang Rui got into the sedan chair and left in a hurry.
After hearing Shang Rui's words, Chen Yuanchen pondered." A distinguished guest has arrived."”Could it be that His Majesty would be visiting the General's manor tonight?
General Manor Main Hall
Chen Yuanchen and Qian Wan sat on the main seat. Everyone in the hall was neatly arranged by an elder in green. The green-robed man was in his early fifties. He was steady and capable. One look and one could tell that he was in charge. The green-robed man walked forward and bowed. He said respectfully,"This servant Fengnian is the housekeeper of the General's Estate. This servant brought twenty maids and thirty servants to greet the General and Furen.”
"Greetings to General and Madam.”All the slaves said in unison.
Chen Yuanchen said," Please don't stand on ceremony. I'm just a martial artist. I don't know how to manage a family. If there's anything in the future, just report it to Madam and Butler Feng. As long as you are sincere about the General's Estate, I, Chen Yuanchen, will not treat you badly."”Then, he turned to Qianwan and said," Madam will be the mistress of the General's Estate in the future. I'll leave the General's Estate to you. I'm afraid you'll have to work hard."”
Qianwan smiled and nodded.""Steward Feng, in the future, I will have to trouble you to help me manage the General Manor. I am the same as the General. As long as you are sincere about the General Manor, I will treat you like family and will not treat you badly.”
"All the servants of Fengshi thank you, General. Furen, I will order everyone to do their jobs. If you have any instructions, please summon this old servant at any time.”After saying that, he gestured for the servants to leave.
"Butler Feng, please wait." Qianwan stopped him.
"What instructions does Furen have?" Fabian said respectfully.
" Steward Feng," Qianwan said gently," General and I have also brought some personal servants from the desert. Except for the servants who will continue to serve us, please arrange the rest for them." In addition, find a maid of similar age to serve the young miss. The young miss is only six years old and is a little active. Find a little girl to accompany her so that she won't be so lonely.”
"This old servant will listen to Furen's instructions and go make the arrangements.”Fabian replied respectfully and left the main hall.
After everyone left, Faraway Dust looked at Qian Wan and said worriedly,""Judging from the current situation, it will be difficult for me to leave this time.”After saying that, he touched his nose bridge and looked thoughtful.
Qian Wan looked at Yuan Chen and didn't know what to say.
"If I'm not wrong, His Majesty will come to the General's Estate tonight.”Chen Yuanchen sighed." It's a blessing, not a curse. If it's a curse, it can't be avoided."”
In the backyard of General Manor.
The three children sat around the lotus pond with curious expressions.
"Sister Qingzhu, this flower blooms really well. What's this flower called?”Yun Chu tilted her head and looked at the pink flowers in the pond. Flowers were rarely seen in the desert.
"It's called a lotus flower. This lotus flower can produce a lotus pod. There are lotus seeds in the lotus pod. They can be eaten and can also produce lotus roots.”Qing Zhu said proudly.
Hearing this, Yun Chu and Zhi Song nodded in admiration.
"This flower also has a name called hibiscus. It means that this flower is like a beautiful and refined woman.”A young girl's voice sounded. The three of them looked in the direction of the voice and saw a nimble figure appear in the distance. The girl looked about eight or nine years old, but her ordinary face was full of spirit.
"Who are you?" Yun Chu spoke first.
"Replying to Young Lady, this servant is Feng Ling, the granddaughter of Housekeeper Feng. This servant serves Young Lady.”Feng Ling said respectfully, with a steadiness that exceeded her age.
"My name is Chen Yunchu. This is my sister, Shen Qingzhu, and that is my brother, Shen Zhisong. We will live together in the future and play together?”Yun Chu asked foolishly.
"This servant was arranged by Madam to serve Miss Yunchu.”Feng Ling replied in confusion.
"What is serving? Is it a game?”Yun Chu asked again.
Feng Ling seemed to be stumped by the question. After all, he was also a child who had just turned ten years old. He was speechless for a moment and actually did not know how to reply.
Qing Zhu smiled." I'm serving you. I'll be your companion. I'll accompany you to read, write, and play."”
Feng Ling nodded in agreement." It's exactly as Miss Qingzhu said.”
Zhi Song stared at the three girls in silence, unable to say a word. He could only look at the three of them dryly. Feng Ling inadvertently caught a glimpse of Zhi Song, who was standing silently at the side, and her tender little face instantly turned half red. This was the first time she had seen such a good-looking boy. "This servant will serve Young Lady…serve…Young Master."”
Chen Yuanchen sat alone in the main hall. It was already late at night. Qianwan went back to her bedroom alone after taking care of the children. Only the distant dust is left here to wait. This time, the emperor left the palace in secret, so Yuan Chen did not alert the servants and servants, leaving only a pot of good wine and two wine cups brought back from the desert.
Between men, there was no need to say much. Just a glass of wine could replace a thousand words.
The bumpy journey, coupled with the injuries on his body, made Yuanchen really tired. Just as he thought that the Emperor would not come tonight, a man in gray flashed into the main hall. Faraway Dust hurriedly stood up.
"Yuanchen, how have you been?" It was a deep male voice.
When Faraway Dust heard this, he immediately knelt down and paid his respects." Your Majesty."”
The man in gray approached the distant dust and reached out his hands to help him up. He smiled and said,"Why are you so polite? Your father taught me my martial arts. According to seniority, shouldn't I still call you senior brother?”This person was the current emperor, Emperor Tian Ze.
" I don't dare…" Distant Dust bowed.
Tian Ze ignored Yuan Chen and went straight to the table to sit down and motioned for Yuan Chen to come over," Today, Zhen did not come to see you as the current emperor, but as an old friend who has not seen you for many years. Chen Yuan Chen, how long do you think we have not seen each other? Counting on our fingers, it has been more than ten years. If you were not seriously injured this time, I don't know when I would be able to find an excuse to call you back as an old friend."”As he spoke, he shook his head in self-mockery and pointed at the seat opposite him." Sit down. There are no ministers and ministers tonight, only old friends. I want to hear how you explain this to an old friend like me."”
Chen Yuan sat down." Your Majesty understands me. I'm a warrior and I don't like the life of an official. I just want to lead an unrestrained life with my wife and daughter. Even if I don't stay by Your Majesty's side, I'll still stay on Your Majesty's territory. It can be considered as my loyalty to Your Majesty.”
"You pushed it clean. Let's not talk about this for the time being. I believe you understand the meaning of this one calling you back. This one has already given you more than ten years of freedom. It's time for you to return to this one's side.”As he spoke, he picked up the wine jug and poured two cups of wine." Drink this cup of wine and take it as you've agreed to me. I'm asking you as a friend. The Imperial Court needs you, and I need you.”As he spoke, he handed the wine to Yuan Chen.
Faraway Dust paused, took the wine cup, and downed it in one gulp. "I am willing to serve Your Majesty.”
Tian Ze patted Yuan Chen's shoulder in satisfaction. The two of them looked at each other and smiled. Everything was said without words.
The sky had just brightened when Tian Ze hurriedly left the General's Manor. When Yuanchen returned to his bedroom, Qianwan was still sound asleep.
Yuanchen sat down in front of the bed and looked at Qianwan's sleeping face. His heart softened. He stroked Qianwan's pretty face and thought," How did I manage to marry such a beautiful and virtuous wife in this life? The heavens are really looking out for me.
Qian Wan was awakened by the sound. She looked at Yuan Chen with a smile and asked,""Did His Majesty come last night? You must have stayed up all night again." As he spoke, he gently stroked the distant dust's cheek. Faraway Dust took the opportunity to hold Qianwan's hand.
" His Majesty came last night and we talked all night. I promised His Majesty…"
Qianwan stood up and gently pressed her index finger against Yuanchen's lips.
" Don't say anything. I only have one thing to say. Wherever you are, that's my home…" As she spoke, a blissful smile appeared on her face.
Yuanchen hugged Qianwan tightly, his chin resting on her shoulder. Only by hugging her tightly could he continue to be brave for Qianwan and Yunchu and open up a new world for them.
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