Chapter 466 Birthday Celebration
Shen Changhuai naturally understood what Shen's mother meant, and a trace of disgust arose in his heart.
He was indeed from the Marquis of Jing'an Mansion and was raised by the Marquis.
But his birth was not something he could decide, and raising children was the duty and obligation of parents. Compared with Shen Changze, he was just raised by the Marquis.
Even so, considering that Shen's mother did not treat them harshly, he tried his best to repay her filial piety and had a clear conscience.
Shen Changhuai concealed the emotions in his eyes and said calmly: "Son has tried his best."
"You..." Seeing that Shen Changhuai was stubborn and refused to listen, Shen's mother was angry and her chest heaved.
Shen Changhuai said with a calm face, "Brother is here, I will learn more from him and try my best to satisfy mother."
What to learn from Shen Changze? Be the master of the family?
Shen's mother was so angry that her face turned red and white, and she was choked and speechless.
She underestimated this bastard!
Or maybe someone was instigating it behind the scenes?
Thinking of this, Shen's mother asked, "You have never been so disobedient to your elders before. Have you been misled by Liu and Yueyao in the past few years?"
"It has nothing to do with my aunt and Yueyao." Shen Changhuai's face suddenly turned cold, which scared Shen's mother.
Although Shen Changhuai was born gentle and elegant, and he was usually friendly to others, he was also cold and frightening when he frowned.
At this moment, Shen's mother saw the shadow of the old marquis in Shen Changhuai.
Although the old marquis had accomplished nothing, he was still majestic. Every time he got angry, it was frightening.
It was strange. How could Shen Changhuai, a bastard, have such a domineering aura?
Shen's mother swallowed her saliva and said with a stiff upper lip: "Okay, you are capable now and don't need to rely on the marquis' mansion. When Changze comes back, you and your family can live separately. I can't control you anymore."
"My son obeys." Shen Changhuai responded without hesitation.
Shen's mother was stunned. She just wanted to scare him so that he would be obedient. How could it be like this?
Isn't he afraid of being isolated and helpless after leaving the marquis' mansion?
"If mother has no other instructions, I will take my leave." Shen Changhuai bowed and turned to leave.
"You...this..." Shen's mother looked at Shen Changhuai's tall and straight back, feeling angry.
She just couldn't believe that Shen Changhuai really dared to leave the Marquis' Mansion. It was
simply outrageous for a bastard to dare to confront his stepmother. The more
Shen's mother thought about it, the angrier she became. She hoped that Shen Changze would come back soon to give her a hand and vent her anger.
When Shen Changze comes back, she will never forgive Shen Changhuai unless he kowtows to her and admits his mistake!
Because of the recruitment of new soldiers, Shangjing was bustling and no one cared about Jing'an Marquis' Mansion.
When it was cloudy and rainy for a few days and then cleared up, the grass and trees seemed to grow taller overnight. Everywhere you looked, there were new green buds, full of vitality.
The climate in Yicheng is warmer than that in Shangjing. Although it is only mid-February, the grass on the hillside is already full of spring, and the warm people have taken off their winter clothes.
February 15th is Jiang Shu's birthday.
Jiang Shu was busy making cloth armor while handling military affairs. He forgot the time and even forgot about such unimportant things as birthdays.
Yu Zheng would go with Jiang Shu every day when he went to the army, but when Jiang Shu inspected the cloth workshop and clothing shop, Yu Zheng did not go with him. He usually went to Yicheng with Zhou Boxu to familiarize himself with the terrain and discuss military affairs. Jiang Shu
had long been accustomed to it. On this day, she took Leng Xing to inspect the cloth workshop and clothing shop as usual.
When they returned to the general's mansion after the inspection, it was already dusk.
As soon as they entered the courtyard, Ren Dong said, "Princess, you're back. The prince has been waiting for a long time."
"What are you waiting for me for?" Jiang Shu looked puzzled.
Yu Zheng heard the voice coming out of the house, looked at the sky and said, "Shu'er, come with me to go somewhere."
"Where to?" Jiang Shu asked.
Yu Zheng did not explain, and led her out of the house quickly.
Jiang Shu looked at the team of mounted guards waiting in front of the house, and her heart became more and more confused.
Yu Zheng helped her onto the horse, and then he also climbed on the horse.
"Drive——" Yu Zheng shook the reins and rode towards the city gate.
Leng Xing and the guards followed on horseback and followed closely behind.
"Husband, where are we going?" Jiang Shu felt like there was a cat's paw in her heart, and she couldn't help asking again.
Yu Zheng said, "To Changling Mountain."
"Ah?" Jiang Shu was surprised.
She has been busy in Yicheng for nearly two months. She has never climbed the Changling Mountain, let alone the city wall.
Yu Zheng suddenly took her there today. Although Jiang Shu didn't know why, she was very happy.
Riding a horse is faster than a carriage. In less than a quarter of an hour, they were out of the city.
The setting sun was shining, and it was already dusk.
The warm golden light sprinkled on the tender green grass and fell on the undulating Changling Mountain, which was quiet and magnificent.
The tired birds returned to their nests. All kinds of birds that had been foraging and playing outside for a day flew back to Changling Mountain in groups under the setting sun. The
soft evening breeze brushed against her face, making her feel relaxed physically and mentally. Jiang Shu held the saddle tightly with both hands and let Yu Zheng take her for a ride.
This was her first time to ride a horse so freely.
The last time Yu Zheng took her out on horseback was three years ago when he survived a disaster. His mood was completely different from this time.
Jiang Shu took a deep breath, squinted her eyes and enjoyed the comfort of this moment.
This is the land of Dazhao, their home.
Yu Zheng looked down at Jiang Shu, and seeing her faint smile and relaxed expression, he also curled the corners of his lips.
"Want to go faster?" Yu Zheng asked in Jiang Shu's ear.
Jiang Shu opened her eyes and said, "Yes."
"Drive!" Yu Zheng waved the whip, and the horse suddenly accelerated and galloped quickly.
This feeling, like chasing the wind, and like chasing the sun, is extremely happy.
No wonder Jiang Ning and Zhuang Yan both love riding horses.
After running for an unknown period of time, Yu Zheng suddenly reined in his horse and stopped on a hillside.
"Shu'er, we're here."
Jiang Shu looked around and found that they were at the top of a slope on the edge of the long ridge. The accompanying guards were all guarding at the bottom of the slope and did not follow.
"Shu'er, look." Yu Zheng reminded softly, pointing forward.
Jiang Shu looked at the sky in the direction of Yu Zheng's finger.
The orange sunset was like a duck egg yolk, surrounded by a piece of gorgeous clouds, so beautiful that it made people sigh.
"It's so beautiful!" Jiang Shu exclaimed in praise.
Yu Zheng heard it and asked slowly: "Do you like it?"
"I like it." Jiang Shu looked at it intently.
He knew she would like it.
His Shu'er was always so easy to coax.
Yu Zheng leaned over and whispered softly in Jiang Shu's ear: "Shu'er, happy birthday."
Jiang Shu, who was concentrating on admiring the beautiful sunset, was startled and turned his head to the side and said: "Today is..." "
February 15th, your birthday." Yu Zheng continued.
Time passed by so fast that Jiang Shu sighed: "I forgot it all."
"I won't forget." Yu Zheng stretched out his hand to hold her waist.
The simple four words flowed through Jiang Shu's heart like a warm current, making her heart soft.
"Thank you, husband." Jiang Shu whispered.
Yu Zheng said with guilt: "There is nothing but a sunset. I'm sorry for you."
Jiang Shu shook her head and said: "No, I'm very happy. This is the best birthday gift."
Looking at the bright and smiling face in front of him, Yu Zheng's heart moved, raised his hand to twist Jiang Shu's jaw, lowered his head and kissed him.
The afterglow of the setting sun softly shines on the two people, forming a beautiful picture of the deep love between the couple.