Min Yueqing naturally noticed Amei and Azhu's expressions, and she smiled and agreed.

Pei Han squeezed Min Yueqing's soft and delicate hand before going out to make the arrangements.

Inside the tent, Amei had already laid out a cushion, and Min Yueqing led Pei Ji to sit on the ground.

Because Xiao Wei was carrying prey, Min Yueqing stopped him outside the tent when he came in. Min Yueqing pointed to an open space outside the tent and told him to finish eating before coming in. Xiao Wei had no choice but to obediently go to the side to eat.

Pei Ji wanted to read a book, but Min Yueqing stopped him, saying, "The light in the tent is dim, and reading is bad for your eyes. After Shi Tou finishes eating, if you're not sleepy, you can stretch your muscles."

Before Pei Ji could speak while holding Min Yueqing's arm, Shi Tou cheerfully said, "Okay, Master, I'm not sleepy at all!"

Pei Ji nodded in agreement; he was also a little unaccustomed to not practicing martial arts all day.

Just then, someone outside asked, "Madam, dinner is ready. May we bring it in?"

Amei and Azhu hurried to the tent door, propped up the tarpaulin with wooden poles, brought in the tray, and thanked the two soldiers outside with smiles.

The two young soldiers blushed instantly and hurriedly waved their hands, saying, "It was the order from the superior. You can leave your plates outside the door after you're done eating, and we'll come and clean them up."

After saying that, the two of them ran away shyly.

Amei and Azhu stood there, looking at each other, and couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Even after dinner was served, Ah Mei and Ah Zhu still had lingering smiles on their faces.

Min Yueqing asked with a smile, "Why are you so happy?"

Pei Ji and Shi Tou were also very curious, and both of their eyes were focused on A Mei and A Zhu.

Ah Zhu was eloquent and vividly recounted the reactions of the two soldiers, emphasizing how they ran away blushing.

Min Yueqing couldn't help but chuckle upon hearing this, but it reminded her of something very important: the marriage of Amei and Azhu.

Min Yueqing figured that since only a few of them were present, it was a good opportunity to ask questions, so she beckoned to Amei and Azhu to come over.

Amei and Azhu immediately went to Min Yueqing's side.

Min Yueqing patted the seat next to her and said, "Sit down. I have something I'd like to ask for your thoughts on."

Amei and Azhu assumed their young mistress had some new plans, so without thinking, they sat down next to Min Yueqing and waited for her instructions.

Fearing that the two might feel embarrassed, Min Yueqing hesitated for a moment before asking, "What are your plans for the future?"

Ah Mei and Ah Zhu were completely baffled by the question.

After a long pause, A-Zhu finally said, "Of course we'll follow Miss. Wherever Miss goes, we'll go!"

Min Yueqing said, both amused and exasperated, "I'm asking if you want to get married? If you do, your grandfather and I will help you find someone suitable."

Min Yueqing originally thought that the two might feel embarrassed when they first heard the question, but after careful consideration, they would still give a positive answer. Unexpectedly, the two refused without even thinking about it.

Ah Zhu was straightforward and outspoken. After hearing this, she immediately and decisively replied, "Miss, I don't want to get married!"

As soon as Ah-Zhu finished speaking, Ah-Mei, who was always gentle and considerate, nodded firmly, indicating that she also agreed with Ah-Zhu's idea.

Min Yueqing was somewhat surprised, "Why is that?"

A-Zhu said, "Miss, we live very well and comfortably with you, so why do you want to get married?"

Min Yueqing couldn't help but chuckle, and asked in return, "Do you want to follow me like this for the rest of your lives? Don't you want to try building your own little family and having your own child?"

A-Zhu answered seriously, "No, I'm willing to serve Miss and Young Master for the rest of my life."

Min Yueqing said, "But the young master will grow up and get married in the future. What will you do then?"

This time, Amei spoke up, "Young Master has grown up, so we should continue to serve Miss. Miss, do you think we're too old?"

As soon as she uttered those few words, Amei almost burst into tears, and Azhu looked at Min Yueqing with equal nervousness.

Min Yueqing never expected things to turn out this way.

As far as she knew, most of the maids here would get married when they reached a suitable age, and very few would remain single forever.

According to the custom at that time, Amei and Azhu were not young anymore, after all, they were several years older than her, so Min Yueqing quickly asked them what they thought.

Min Yueqing thought that Pei Han already had many young men under his command, and now that he had been promoted, he would have even more subordinates in the future, among whom there would certainly be many outstanding and responsible ones.

With her and Pei Han acting as matchmakers, it's likely that after the marriage, they won't mistreat Amei and Azhu.

Min Yueqing was stared at by two pairs of resentful eyes. To avoid further misunderstanding, she quickly waved her hand and said, "You're just overthinking things. When have I ever looked down on you? It's just that marriage is a serious matter and you don't have to make a decision too quickly. You can tell me when you've thought it through."

He paused, then added, "Of course, if you really don't want to get married, I guarantee no one can force you."

Amei and Azhu breathed a sigh of relief. With Min Yueqing's words, they no longer had anything to worry about.

The two women said in unison, "Thank you, Miss!" and then hurriedly stood up to leave, not wanting to discuss the matter any further.

Min Yueqing immediately stopped the two of them, "Don't rush off, sit down and eat together, or the food will get cold."

When you're out and about, food is naturally much simpler. Tonight I made potato rice, which is a one-pot meal that's quick and easy.

Min Yueqing took a bite and had to admit that the taste of this big pot of rice was quite unique. Paired with the versatile Wu San Niang brand pickled vegetables, it would definitely fill her stomach.

Seeing that Shi Tou was eating with gusto, Pei Ji couldn't help but move closer to Min Yueqing's bowl, "Mother, I want to try some too."

Min Yueqing smiled and glanced at the little boy, then picked up a piece of potato rice with her chopsticks and brought it to his mouth.

Pei Ji ate it in one gulp.

Perhaps the "law of the taste buds being better from a different bowl" was in effect, because Pei Ji also felt hungry. After taking a bite, he leaned over again, and Min Yueqing naturally continued to feed him.

And so, while Min Yueqing was full, Pei Ji was also fed half a bowl of potato stew.

Min Yueqing was not surprised at all. Porridge is not filling, and even if the little one is not hungry now, he will be hungry later.

She had originally planned to save the remaining half-pot of porridge for when the little one got hungry. This way, it's even better, saving the little one from having to wake up again in the middle of the night.

After the meal, Pei Ji and Shi Tou rested for a while before practicing martial arts in a corner of the open space.

Just then, Xiao Wei ran back, dripping wet, and went straight to Min Yueqing as soon as he entered the door.