251 The Ten Thousand Mountains, Twenty-Eight

The laughter was like the tinkling of a clear spring, refreshing and delightful. It was also like the chirping of birds at dawn, so crisp and melodious that it captivated everyone, instantly banishing all worries. It seemed to possess a magical power, infecting those around it, and the women couldn't help but laugh along.

She smiled, a hint of shyness mixed with anticipation.

Yun Su's worry vanished instantly, replaced by a blush. She whispered, "No, not yet." Her voice was soft, carrying a hint of inexplicable emotion, a glimmer of hope, and a touch of shyness.

Piaomiaoyue continued softly, "Sister, there's no need to worry so much. Shenlang is just like that; he won't mind these things. Shenlang didn't want to get involved before because he didn't have anyone he could manage. That's why he didn't want to get involved. If Commander Guan really intends to do so, Shenlang won't mind either."

Bi Yunyan also walked over quietly and whispered, "Sister Yue is right. Chen Lang never minds these things. It's not too late to talk about it when he returns. Perhaps we can make it up to him then."

After saying that, he whispered softly in Yun Su's ear. Yun Su blushed instantly, lowered her head, and then retorted almost inaudibly, "Sister Yan, you're coming too!"

Bi Yunyan blushed slightly and said in a low voice, "Mmm."

The voice was faint and delicate, as if it came from a very distant place, yet it clearly reached the ears of Jingzhai and Hanlinling. Although the voice was soft, it was like an invisible shock, making both of them feel their cheeks slightly hot. The words spoken were somewhat unpleasant to hear.

The two women exchanged a glance, then suddenly realized that their presence was somewhat superfluous, so they immediately looked away.

Jie Huayu chimed in, "It's not too late to discuss this when Shen Lang returns. He won't mind anyway. But the selection of people isn't complicated; we can just recruit a group."

Ideally, one should not be a cultivator. Although outstanding talents are rare, there are many who are unsuccessful in their endeavors. Having more people to consider things with will ensure a more comprehensive understanding.

Jingzhai sighed inwardly. If He Chen were to take over this matter, it would be difficult to handle. If it were Commandant Guan, the matter could be resolved through discussion. However, given the current situation, he could only observe silently. This matter would probably be a headache for the Crown Prince himself.

As laughter spread, everyone chimed in, and the lively atmosphere returned instantly. Yun Su also became happy, and the cheerful sounds instantly warmed the mansion.

Hearing the familiar laughter and chatter, Butler Jin and the others instantly felt relieved. One of them whispered, "Prepare the ingredients. We'll start serving the dishes when the guests arrive."

"Yes, it's almost ready. There are steamed dumplings, noodles, potstickers, fresh shrimp, tofu skin, sweet and sour pork, braised carp, etc." The young woman in blue clothes beside her whispered.

Yun Su cleared her mind of complicated thoughts and returned to normal. She realized that she had become like this because she had given her heart and soul to her lover. She loved him too deeply and couldn't extricate herself. Although her lover wasn't the kind of person who could sweet-talk women and make them happy with every word he said.

However, it is so attractive to me, so deeply that I cannot extricate myself. It is precisely because of this deep love that I have worries. Otherwise, I would not be troubled by the thought, "Shen Lang, Shen Lang."

As I thought about it, a feeling of longing inexplicably welled up in my mind, so profound that it seemed I couldn't extricate myself from it.

Love arises without warning, and deepens with time. It sprouts without anyone noticing, like a mighty torrent rushing forward. The longer it lasts, the deeper the love becomes, and it cannot stop.

Like an invisible trajectory, it consistently follows behind, without logic or reason, but driven by instinct and genuine emotion. A strange feeling, difficult to describe in words, yet undeniably real.

At this moment, my beloved is not by my side, and my heart is filled with longing. When will we meet again? This moment is filled with unbearable sorrow. Truly, as the night deepens and my beloved is not by my side, I feel a strange sense of relief knowing they are safe and sound. That is enough.

At this moment, with many sisters around, the bustling scene and the joyful feelings, nothing can compare to having Chen Lang by my side. Although he is often silent, he is like an invisible thread, like a unique force, that makes me no longer feel lonely and helpless!

Instead, there is always a place to rest. At this moment, I deeply feel that Chen Lang has become an inseparable part of my life, or even my entire life.

If Shen Lang were here at this moment, the matter I was just thinking about could be resolved in a moment. Whether he agreed or blamed me, I would not have any worries in my heart, as long as I accepted it calmly.

Several early orioles vie for the warm branches, while new swallows peck at the spring mud. Many things I didn't understand before, now, with my heart devoted to Chen Lang, are clear in my mind. In understanding, I am already one of them. A surge of longing wells up within me, like a gushing spring, unstoppable.

Trying to clear her mind, she was greeted by the sounds of laughter and cheerful chatter that were highly contagious and quickly helped to dispel her longing.

The women gathered around Yun Su, and what they saw was like a dazzling, colorful feast for the eyes, a spectacle beyond description. Jing Zhai and Han Linling, two outsiders, were both deeply moved. A thought of comparison crossed their minds: 'If I had to choose between them, who would I choose?'

Jingzhai asked herself, 'Should I choose myself?' Then she shook her head, probably because she didn't have that charm. Han Linling, standing beside her, also shook her head slightly, as if gesturing. Although she fully believed in her unparalleled beauty and the many suitors lining up, at this moment, she also appeared beautiful, but without any supporting characters to complement her.

Piaomiaoyue, Yunsu, Weilan, Jiehuayu, Biyunyan, Tufanghua, Weiqinghui, and many other women—some as beautiful as a poem or painting, some pure and ethereal, some delicate and alluring—possessed captivating all who beheld them with their unparalleled beauty and otherworldly charm. Each exuded a unique allure, forming a dazzling spectacle of unparalleled beauty.

Each of them is a beauty from her own land, and at this moment they are gathered together like stars, countless times more beautiful than the night sky. Ordinary people would not even be able to find one of them, yet they are gathered together now.

Like celestial maidens, they possessed slender, graceful figures and flowing hair like waterfalls, ethereal and captivating. Each with her own unique charm, without anyone noticing, their gentle, refined, and ethereal气质 (qi zhi - inherent quality/temperament) were displayed to the fullest, all for the sake of one person.

At this moment, watching Yun Su being gently cared for by everyone, Han Linling felt as if she were witnessing a beautiful, unparalleled scene, and felt as if she herself had been all alone for so many years.