Every corner of Amu's yard was filled with memories. Linlang followed him and listened to him tell stories of the past. Linlang could hear clearly that even though Amu's voice was cheerful, she could still sense a hint of sadness.
Xiao Yujian's yard was right next to it. After coming out of Amu's yard, he went directly to his yard.
"Brother, just like your yard, my place hasn't changed much either."
Xiao Yujian was very happy. "Look at this swing. You made it yourself. The rope was changed, but everything else was also done by you."
Ah Mu stepped forward, memories flooding back like a flood of water, "It's still fine."
Everything here is well protected, thanks to the efforts of Duke Dingguo and the steward.
From the layout of Xiao Yujian's yard, Linlang could tell that he was a naughty child when he was young, and probably caused a lot of headaches for his mother and Amu.
Next they went to the courtyard of the Duke's wife. Seven years ago, Duke Ding and his wife lived in the same courtyard. Ever since A Mu was sent to Northern Qi, Xiao Zhensheng was driven to sleep in the study for seven years.
Since taking control of Liu Meiling, Xiao Zhensheng has cleaned up the yard inside and out, restoring it to its former appearance.
It’s a pity that things and people have changed, and the lost people can never come back.
Xiao Zhensheng told them about Liu Meiling's fate and Princess Huasheng's visit. "I'm slowly collecting evidence of their collusion with Northern Qi. I'll make them pay the price."
Amu suggested, "If you send it to the emperor, he will definitely become suspicious. The Fourth Prince and others have a higher status in the emperor's heart than the Crown Prince."
"The number of people supporting the Fourth Prince and the Crown Prince in the court is similar. You should persuade Auntie to change her attitude for the Crown Prince's sake."
There is no emperor in the royal family who is always loyal. He only hears the laughter of new people but never sees the tears of old people.
Xiao Zhensheng sighed, "I don't know what's wrong with your aunt. She seems to have changed since the Ninth Prince was born."
"She ignored the Ninth Prince and even disliked him. She and the Emperor were drifting further and further apart, and they even quarreled occasionally. Now they barely met at all."
Xiao Zhensheng couldn't persuade him and could only assist the prince. The prince was not very talented, which was also a cause for concern.
Speaking of Mo'er, everyone felt distressed. He was not loved by his father and mother, and was threatened and despised by the prince. He had been away for so long, and they were really relieved.
When the emperor found out, he simply let him follow Linlang and Amu. After all, they were Moer's cousins.
The Duke Dingguo's Mansion is very large, with pavilions, towers, bridges and flowing water. Even in early winter, there are still some flowers.
Xiao Zhensheng smiled and said, "I brought it here specially from the imperial palace. In the middle of winter, the vibrant colors make the room brighter and more lively."
He felt a little regretful, "It's a pity that so many diplomatic missions came to celebrate the Wanshou Festival, and most of the flowers in the palace greenhouse were sent to the embassy."
Envoys from various countries have arrived. Now they are waiting for Northern Qi. The day after tomorrow is the Emperor's Birthday. I don't think they will arrive on the last day.
The Northern Qi Dynasty has always been unscrupulous and capable of doing anything. When they came, they were arrogant and wanted others to serve and coax them.
Who made them so powerful? Jing Chao could only flatter and coax them.
"Let's not talk about this anymore. I'm having a good time today. Don't spoil the fun."
Xiao Zhensheng asked the housekeeper to serve snacks and hot drinks, "They are all fashionable things. I have prepared a little of each. You can try them.
Especially putting so many things in front of Linlang. She was pregnant and had walked for so long, she must be hungry.
Linlang took a piece of yogurt paste and said, "Mm, delicious. Is this a pastry from Northern Qi?"
Xiao Zhensheng nodded. "They are things from over there. Northern Qi is a herdsman country, and they are rich in these things. In the winter, they will buy these things from Jingchao and exchange them for our food, salt, and iron pots."
“There used to be trade, but now it’s almost like robbery.”
Price-cutting and forced buying and selling made the people miserable and the Jing Dynasty's treasury was empty.
What can we do? Northern Qi is too strong. They bully the weak everywhere and use their bombs to knock open the doors of other countries.
At noon, the Duke's Mansion prepared a sumptuous and delicious meal, all of which were dishes that Amu, Linlang and Xiao Yujian liked. Amu accompanied Xiao Zhensheng to drink two glasses.
Amu was a little tipsy, and after dinner he and Linlang went to his own courtyard to rest.
Linlang nestled in Amu's arms. "Your yard is very warm and comfortable to live in. It shows how much your parents cared for you. They love you very much."
"Yes."
Coming back here, looking at everything in front of him, it was as if he had never left. How wonderful it would be if that were the case.
Amu hugged Linlang a little tighter, "They still love me as much as before."
“Parental love is the most selfless and asks for nothing in return.”
Linlang put Amu's hand on her belly, and the little guy responded immediately. With the company of father and son, Linlang fell asleep peacefully.
When I woke up again, the people around me had already gotten up and left two little maids to serve me.
"Young Madam, the eldest son and the Duke are talking in the study in the front yard. Please wash up first. The eldest son should be back soon."
The maids in the Duke's Mansion are well-trained and work very efficiently. Linlang enjoys their meticulous service.
"Since the Duke and Young Master have something to say, please don't bother them. I'll just walk around the yard and take a look."
Of course I have to take a good look at the place where Amu grew up.
Linlang's visit ended and Amu also came back.
The couple had dinner at the Duke's Mansion before returning home. Xiao Yujian followed them to the Anchang Marquis Mansion. Xiao Zhensheng did not stop them. Looking at his youngest son's increasingly rosy face, he thought that as long as he was happy, he could live anywhere.
In fact, Xiao Zhensheng really hopes that they will come back to live with him, but Amu is a son-in-law who married into the family and has saved his life, so he cannot be so heartless.
It is better for me if my son lives a good life than anything else. It doesn’t matter if he is lonely and cold.
After reluctantly sending them to the door and watching them get into the car, Xiao Zhensheng realized that his eyes were wet.
Inside the carriage, Xiao Yujian looked back and said, "Why does my father look so vicissitudes of life, and even a little sad?"
"So you have to get better quickly and spend more time with your father. He's too lonely."
Amu looked towards the gate of the mansion. His father was still standing there. "He'll be fine. It won't be long."
Xiao Yujian lowered the car curtain and said, "Let's spend more time with father in the future. I really love him."
"You've grown up and become more sensible." Amu patted his brother's shoulder with relief. "Don't worry too much now. Just focus on taking care of your health. That's the greatest help to us."
Xiao Yujian said solemnly, "Don't worry, brother. With my sister-in-law's excellent medical skills, it would be difficult for me not to get better."
Linlang smiled, "If you praise me like that, I'm afraid I'll become proud."
"No, sister-in-law, you deserve it."
The three of them talked and laughed along the way, and the atmosphere became relaxed. When they returned to the Marquis' Mansion, Song and Su Nanting were relieved to see their three children returning happily.
Seeing that Duke Dingguo had sent so many gifts, the old lady nodded in satisfaction. He was quite generous to Linlang, which was good.
The old lady doesn't say how much she likes Linlang now, but she is very proud in her heart. No one is as capable as her granddaughter. In a few days, when she attends the palace banquet, she can hold her head high and chat with others.
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