Princess's Residence —

Besides his elder brother's family in Wujia Village, there were also relatives in the old house. Qingsong felt that the whole family was finally reunited.

Jiang Yue was not stingy with the gold and silver jewelry bestowed by the emperor, and indicated that Fangfang could choose a few sets, and also pick some for her two younger sisters as dowries.

Before Fangfang could reply, Wang Niannian and Wang Yueyue politely declined, feeling flattered.

This is a courtesy given to my sister by her mother-in-law; for them to stay and take things from her is going too far.

Seeing this, Jiang Yue gave up. Young girls are easily embarrassed. When the two are engaged, she, as an elder, will provide a dowry.

"Wife, hurry up and choose. Mother doesn't like wearing these things. There are so many, sister-in-law, you can choose whatever you like. I think these jade bracelets are quite nice, they're beautiful~"

"And this necklace is beautiful!"

"These earrings, and these hairpins, are so beautiful, I want them both!"

Qingsong wasn't shy at all; it was his own mother who had spoken, so he wouldn't stand on ceremony.

Liu Yunfei glanced longingly at his godmother, and after receiving her approval, he also took his daughter and wife to pick out some nice things.

For a time, the flower hall was dazzling with jewels and extremely lively.

Qingyao also joined the ranks of those choosing jewelry, but she chose beads. She saw a pair of emerald green beads and took them to Aunt Ge to register.

"Miss has excellent taste; this string of crystal beads is truly beautiful."

After recording the details, Aunt Ge pushed the beaded string in front of the young lady and couldn't help but praise it.

"Hehe, I'll keep one for myself, and give the other one to Xiaoxue when we get back to our hometown."

Qingyao truly cares about her best friend; she always shares any good things she has with her.

No sooner had the words left his mouth than someone shouted—

"Third Master is back~"

Is Third Brother back?

Qingyao turned her head and saw that it had been a long time since she had seen her third brother, who had matured a lot.

Behind the third brother is his soon-to-be sister-in-law.

"Sister Miaoyun~"

Qingyao called out, then pulled Sister Miaoyun aside to whisper something...

After everyone had chosen their items, Aunt Ge registered them in a list so that nothing would be missed when she looked back on it later.

Since it's a gift from the Emperor, its whereabouts need to be registered to prevent any mistakes later...

In just a short while, Jiang Yue changed her clothes and returned to the flower hall.

The flower hall was also restored to its original cleanliness, and the remaining items were moved back to the warehouse in boxes.

Several children were playing marbles outside the hall, having a great time.

Wang Niannian and Wang Yueyue went outside to watch their nephews and nieces play, occasionally letting out pleasant laughter.

The maidservant stepped forward to serve tea, then left the flower hall and waited outside for instructions.

"Qingyun, Yunfei, you must have had a long journey. Is everything going smoothly?"

At this moment, everyone in the hall was family—son, daughter-in-law, and prospective daughter-in-law—and they didn't hold back their conversations.

"Reporting to Mother, everything went very smoothly."

"Reporting to my godmother, everything went smoothly."

Qingyun and Yunfei said in unison, "To be honest, although we don't share the same parents, we are indeed destined to be together."

"That's good."

Jiang Yue took a sip of tea and smiled.

Then I caught a glimpse of Miaoyun's flushed face and slightly swollen red lips...

I thought to myself, this third brother is quite something~

"Third brother, it's time to put your marriage with Miaoyun on the agenda."

Qingyun nodded, meeting the teasing gazes of the crowd, and said without changing his expression:

“Mother, that’s what I think too. This time, I’m here to visit you and to bring Miaoyun back so that we can marry her in style.”

Xu Miaoyun deliberately sat at the very end, thinking that no one would notice her.

Unexpectedly, this guy's words directly put her in the "eye of the storm"!

Damn it, can't I express these kinds of opinions in private?

So embarrassing!

"In that case, Yunshui County will also hold a celebration."

Jiang Yue smiled, a genuine smile from the bottom of her heart.

Good things come to those who wait, and finally, the lovers can be together forever.

Based on Qingyun's explanation, he took a month's leave.

It was a leave of absence specifically taken for the purpose of getting married.

The young emperor had no reason to refuse, much less would he refuse.

He became emperor partly because of good luck, and partly because he was obedient.

One should not have the intention to harm others, but one must be wary of others.

The daughter of the abbot was to be married, and the engagement was to Wu Shaofu...

After much deliberation, he granted the leave.

At the very least, everything he has now was achieved through the concerted efforts of the Xu, Wu, and Liu families, wasn't it?

As long as they don't rebel and remain loyal to him, assisting him, why wouldn't he be happy to be a carefree emperor?

Xu Shunsui was also on his way to Yunshui County.

He had already decided to move his whole family to Yunshui County and retire there.

However, plans are subject to change, which caused delays.

Now, bearing the title of the new emperor's father, he is unassailable and unbullied.

If we don't leave now, when will we?

The only problem was that I was a little slow on my journey, arriving in Yunshui County two days later than my son-in-law...

When he first arrived in Yunshui County, he was like a refugee fleeing famine.

First, they were placed in a refugee camp outside the city, and then someone was assigned to handle their information and register it.

"Name?"

"Xu Shunsui".

"age?"

"Two out of forty."

"Place of origin?"

"A native of Nanjing."

Chen Xiuer frowned as she registered.

That's not right. Even though Nanjing is in chaos, there shouldn't be so many people stranded here.

I've never heard of people from Nanjing abandoning their Nanjing roots to become refugees and flee famine here.

"May I ask, sir, do you have any family or relatives in Yunshui County?"

"Yes, my wife and beloved daughter are here. Oh, and my in-laws, Princess Jiang, and my future son-in-law, Wu Qingyun, should also be here. Haven't they left yet?"

After the old man answered, the room fell silent.

After a long silence, Chen Xiuer said with a respectful expression:

"Yes, sir, this way please."

Yes, he has a refined and scholarly air about him, and his surname is Xu.

Isn't he the current emperor's adoptive father, the former Grand Tutor Xu?

The flood washed away the Dragon King Temple; even family members don't recognize each other!

Ahem, in Yunshui County, the common people, officials, and merchants are all as close as family!

Xu Shunsui wasn't unhappy at all; he looked around with great interest.

According to what he had learned, this was the second wave of refugees fleeing famine after the Lunar New Year. The first wave had already moved to the Ninth Township and become legitimate citizens of Yunshui County...

The carriage passed over the bridge piers, entered the fortress-like city walls, and then came the bustling main street.

Tsk tsk, how long has it been?

Our in-laws have transformed the barren Yunshui County into the prosperous Jingmao.

This is probably just the tip of the iceberg within the city.

The Ninth Township, if he remembered correctly, the original Yunshui County only had eight impoverished townships, right?

"You are a woman, how come you are holding the position of prefectural prefect?"

Xu Shunsui's tone was not contemptuous or disdainful; it was merely curiosity.

Chen Xiuer wasn't surprised that the other party could see through her identity. After thinking for a moment, she replied:

"The princess said that women are just as capable as men, and what men can do, women can also do."

Xu Shunsui remained silent. Yes, what a fine woman! She is just as capable as any man!

The younger generation is truly formidable!