Chapter 104: Strolling on Qixi Festival

The purpose of Yun Qiao bringing Sun Sisi out today was to let her see how Fang Jia was doing now.

The goal was achieved, and all that was left was to take Sun Sisi for a stroll in the market, buy everything that needed to be sold, have lunch outside, and go back early in the afternoon.

After returning to the Marquis' Mansion, Yun Qiao asked Sun Sisi to take more things away. She actually had quite a few things from Lanyuan, which were better than those bought outside. The things she bought today, such as fabrics, clothes and shoes, were all given to Sun Sisi to take away.

She did not come empty-handed either, as she brought some food for the maids who stayed in Lan Garden to work, such as preserved fruits, dried meat, and some fresh pastries.

As soon as he walked into Lan Garden, he gave the things he brought to the maids who surrounded him.

Qiu Ye stepped forward and whispered, "Why did you go out for so long? The Marquis came at noon and saw that you were not there, so he went to see the old lady."

"I was in a good mood today, so I took an extra stroll, but I told the Marquis that I was going shopping."

Yun Qiao was worried that Chen Jingyan would come, so she told Qiu Ye and Qiu Chan in advance that as soon as the Marquis came, they should tell him that she was out shopping and there was no need to wait for her.

Qiu Ye: "I did say that, but seeing that the Marquis was not in a good mood, he didn't say anything and just left."

Qiu Ye persuaded Yun Qiao to go find the Marquis and coax him.

Yun Qiao, however, walked calmly into the house.

"I'm really tired after walking around today. I'm going back to my room to rest for a while."

Xiao Tao and Qiu Ye whispered, "This is the food Auntie brought for you from outside. Come and eat it."

"Yes, Sister Xiaotao. Thank you, Auntie."

After sending the servants away, Xiaotao went to serve Yunqiao.

"Miss, would you like me to go to the Central Courtyard and ask what the Marquis wants to see you about?"

Yun Qiao waved her hand: "No need."

"Oh, Xiaotao, Sun Sisi is helping to manage the account books at the farm. Please send the books in my room to Xiaoxiang Garden. Also, tell Sister Sun that if anyone needs anything, just tell me. Don't hesitate."

Xiaotao nodded.

"Yes, I remember it."

Xiao Tao first called someone to bring hot water, rinsed Yun Qiao's mouth and washed her feet. After watching her taking a nap on the bed, she turned around and left.

It was no coincidence that Xiao Tao just walked out when she saw Marquis Chen Jingyan coming in from outside.

"My Lord, you are well..."

"Is your aunt back?" Chen Jingyan asked. Behind him, his follower Wang Xiaodong was holding a box, which looked like it was filled with something.

Xiao Tao said respectfully, "My aunt just came back. She said she was tired and had just finished washing and got into bed."

Before Xiao Tao finished speaking, Chen Jingyan strode in. Wang Xiaodong was left outside, and the Marquis personally entered the house carrying the jewelry box.

Perhaps she was really tired, Yun Qiao fell asleep as soon as she lay down.

While half asleep, she noticed that there was an extra person in the room. There were many people serving her, but she didn't like being served by others, and few people disturbed her when she was sleeping.

Suddenly realizing there was someone in front of her, Yun Qiao opened her eyes.

Seeing that Chen Jingyan had taken off his outer shirt and was about to come onto her bed.

"My Lord, what are you going to do?"

"Aren't you asleep? I'll sleep with you." He threw his clothes aside and lay down beside Yun Qiao. Seeing her wary look, Chen Jingyan said, "Just sleep."

"I'm going to Guangcheng in a few days. I don't know if I can come back before the New Year."

Few people knew that the emperor had asked him to go to Guangcheng, but Chen Jingyan wanted to tell Yun Qiao the truth and not hide anything.

After being woken up, she couldn't fall asleep again.

"Why are we going to Guangcheng for no reason..."

Yun Qiao also knew something about the country of Da Zhou. The climate and customs of the city where they currently lived were a bit like modern Beijing.

As for other cities, she had never been there, but because she liked reading travel magazines, she had a vague understanding of them. This so-called Guangcheng was very similar to Guangzhou.

Guangcheng was the first city to open ships to trade with overseas countries later. Although it developed later, it is the best developed city.

The north is vast and rich in resources, but it is barren. When encountering droughts and floods, grain has to be transported from Guangcheng to Huicheng and Quanzhou around Guangcheng to the towns in the northern counties.

Chen Jingyan said, "The emperor's spies have reported that there is serious corruption in Guangcheng. I will investigate thoroughly."

"Why did you, Lord Hou, have to investigate this matter?"

Chen Jingyan used to lead troops to fight in battles, but now he doesn’t have to take charge of it personally, but he still has to train some soldiers at regular times and locations.

Chen Jingyan said, "I went to ask the emperor for permission myself. I came here today to tell you that this long journey has taken a long time. You have things to do now, so you don't have to worry about me."

Yun Qiao smiled.

"I didn't worry about the Marquis in the first place."

Chen Jingyan snorted coldly.

He turned around, half-pressed Yun Qiao, and started playing with her on the bed.

"My Lord, that's what I said, but I still want to say one more thing. This is your first time in Guangcheng, and you are unfamiliar with the place. You must pay attention to safety and act with caution."

"Don't worry, the child hasn't been born yet, so you absolutely can't just leave him there."

Yun Qiao nodded, her mind was blank at this moment. Chen Jingyan stared at her for a long time, but didn't hear anything, so she became puzzled.

Is it that he can't hear what Yun Qiao is thinking, or is it that Yun Qiao has nothing in her mind?

Chen Jingyan thought about this matter and stared at Yun Qiao again and again.

"My Lord, is there something on my face?"

Yun Qiao had a bold guess that Chen Jingyan could hear what she was thinking, but she didn't know that her thoughts were also heard by Chen Jingyan.

Chen Jingyan only had a slight smile on his face.

It turned out that she was on guard against him.

"Look at you more. We've been apart for so long this time. I'm thinking of you in my heart."

Yun Qiao only felt a chill in her heart.

Chen Jingyan frowned: "Yun Qiao, you don't like me at all?"

"Who said there isn't? I like you, my lord." Yun Qiao said in a coquettish voice.

Chen Jingyan couldn't guess whether she liked him or not.

If he said he liked her, she would always feel disgusted with his words in her heart, but if he said he didn't like her, she would show her concern for him through her words.

As expected, a woman’s heart is as unfathomable as the sea.

Yun Qiao coaxed Chen Jingyan for a few words. Neither of them wanted to sleep, so they just lay there and talked for a while.

The day for Chen Jingyan to leave the Marquis' Mansion had been set, which was after the Mid-Autumn Festival. Therefore, during this period of time, he stayed in Yunqiao's house almost every day.

Sun Sisi was asked by Yun Qiao to help her check the account books.