"How is this possible?!"

"It's impossible now, but what about later?"

“That…it’s impossible in the future!” Zhao Cheng insisted. “You’ve seen it yourself, my father is a henpecked husband. The thing he fears most is the imperial court calling him to war. That’s all he’s ever been. He only wants his sons to give him grandchildren as soon as possible. He just wants to stay home and live a long and peaceful life!”

"Really? You and your son have talked about it?"

"He doesn't even have the thought of rebelling, so why should I communicate with him about this?"

"Okay, I'm reassured now. From now on, in my letters to my brother, I'll tell him some things and keep some things from him. Ah Cheng, don't let me down."

Zhao Cheng nodded heavily.

Yuan Yun took off her coat, tossed it aside, and asked, "Does it look good?"

Zhao Cheng swallowed hard and said, "I must say, Sisi's design is really good."

"Shouldn't it be because I have a good foundation?"

"Haha, of course!"

"That's so perfunctory! I'm going to punish you!" Yuan Yun wrapped her arms around Zhao Cheng's neck and glared at him.

Zhao Cheng understood perfectly and skillfully picked up Yuan Yun's soft body.

Yuan Yun said softly, "Put in a little effort. Dad wants to hold his grandson soon. We'll grant his wish!"

It wasn't even late at night when Donghua and Atao outside the door heard creaking sounds coming from inside the house.

The two exchanged a glance and walked away in tacit agreement.

In the darkness, the faint sounds of laughter from the two people chatting could still be heard.

...

The next morning.

The two sticky-looking people got up to wash and brush their teeth, and the bed behind them was perfectly intact.

The repaired wedding bed was sturdier, just like the relationship between Zhao Cheng and Yuan Yun.

If you poke a hole, it will become stronger.

The two of them were washing up and playfully fighting, telling some dirty jokes, which made Donghua and Atao's faces burn.

Yuan Yun said, "Donghua, from now on you should help Acheng manage the business more. Let Xiaqi and Qiushu take care of the daily life at home."

Dong Hua looked at Zhao Cheng.

Zhao Cheng said, "From now on, whatever A-Yun says goes, you don't need to ask me anymore."

"Yes, Master, Young Mistress."

"Don't call me Young Mistress, it makes me sound old. Anyway, our father only had one wife, Mother, so you can call me Young Mistress from now on."

"yes."

"Atao, from now on you will be just like Donghua. When the Prince Consort tells you to do something, just do it without asking me."

"yes!"

Atao and Donghua exchanged a glance. The two girls had talked last night and were both tacitly wondering if they had both had a good time. Had their relationship grown stronger overnight?

It's true what they say, feelings can grow over time!

Yuan Yun then said, "Donghua, go and call Xia Qi and Qiu Shu now."

After Donghua left, Yuan Yun winked at Atao, and Atao also left the room.

"Don't rush your trip to Jingdong County. Take care of things with Chunqin first."

“No problem. Before going to Jingdong County, we need to make sure that the sales of Xianjiu (a type of liquor) are booming in Yanchuan City. Chunqin and I are getting married at the end of this month, so there are only a few days left. We have enough time.”

"Let's work on it for a few days before going on a long trip."

Zhao Cheng chuckled wickedly, "Aren't you afraid that she'll get pregnant before you, and that her son will be older than you in the future?"

Yuan Yun snorted coldly and said, "That only proves that you are useless, and all your efforts with me have yielded no results."

Zhao Cheng gave an awkward smile.

"There's something I need to tell you," Yuan Yun suddenly said seriously. "What are your plans for Yang Cai'e?"

Taking advantage of this topic, Zhao Cheng continued, "I quite like her, and I promised her. Na Chunqin is also a Na, so let's bring her into the manor together."

Do you know her?

Seeing Yuan Yun's serious expression, Zhao Cheng asked suspiciously, "Is there something wrong with her?"

"I don't know if she has any problems, but I do know one thing."

Yuan Yun put on her coat and said, "The rumors that we are at odds have been circulating in the city recently, and she spread them. Yesterday's incident at Hongxiu Tower was also deliberately leaked to the Prefect's Office by her."

Zhao Cheng narrowed his eyes; this was something he hadn't expected at all.

But he knew that Yuan Yun would not deliberately slander Yang Cai'e.

It's not worth it.

"I don't know her purpose in doing this, whether it was out of jealousy or some other reason."

Yuan Yun turned around to face Zhao Cheng and said, "This is your private matter. I'm just giving you a heads-up and hoping you'll think it over carefully. If you want her to come into the household, I will agree. But if she has other intentions, as your wife, for the sake of the stability of the family, I won't be lenient."

We won't hold back.

These four words were spoken casually, but Zhao Cheng felt a chill run down his spine.

"Don't worry, my husband and I are on the same page on this point."

Zhao Cheng solemnly said, "No one should disrupt the stability of the family."

Snap!

The door was pushed open, and Xia Qi and Qiu Shu skipped in.

"Master, did you call us?"

"I called you."

Yuan Yun glanced at the two girls with displeasure and said, "Are you always this unruly?"

"Huh?" Qiu Shu was stunned.

Xia Qi immediately realized the problem, quickly knelt down, and said, "Your Highness, we were wrong!"

Seeing that Qiu Shu was still in a daze, Xia Qi quickly took Qiu Shu's hand.

Qiu Shu then knelt down and said, "Wrong... wrong!"

"This is my and Acheng's bedroom. It's a very private place. Please knock before entering from now on."

“We’re used to it, we thought our master was alone inside…” Qiu Shu said bluntly.

Yuan Yun narrowed her eyes and said, "Acheng is alone in the house, and you guys keep barging in?"

"Hahaha, they're still little girls, I've spoiled them too much!" Fearing Qiu Shu would make things worse, Zhao Cheng quickly jumped in, pointing at them and saying, "You two lack discipline, from now on, I'll have Elder Gong teach you!"

Yuan Yun said, "Chunqin is about to marry into the family. Donghua will help Acheng with her affairs outside. From now on, you sisters will take responsibility for your daily life."

"yes……"

"Looks like you haven't studied much either, Ah Tao!"

After Atao came in, Yuan Yun said, "From now on, you will take care of the two of them and teach them well."

"Yes!" Atao patted Xia Qiqiu's head and smiled, "These two girls are on good terms with me, and they're both quite smart, so Your Highness can rest assured."

"Um."

Yuan Yun straightened her clothes, looked at Zhao Cheng, and said, "Go and pay your respects to your parents."

...

At dusk, the setting sun was like blood.

Outside the bookstore.

Yang Cai'e walked towards the door of the study, and when she saw the person standing at the door, she took off her hood.

"You've arrived."

"Why you?"

Zhao Cheng remained calm, his gaze devoid of scrutiny, but Yang Cai'e could see the disappointment in his eyes.

Yang Cai'e was silent for a moment, then smiled and said, "To be honest, I was surprised myself. Why me?"

“But it’s me.” Yang Cai’e sighed.