"Yes! It's August now. Hmm, judging by the time, the army should be able to return to the capital before October."
Although Empress Xiao had become a grandmother enjoying her grandchildren, she never lost touch with the previous dynasty and with news from the outside world.
Moreover, she possesses a brilliant mind, as well as the ability and insight to analyze things.
Even without Xie Yuan reporting back to her, she was able to make judgments and summaries based on a few clues.
“That’s great! That way, Father can celebrate our birthdays in time.”
"...I missed it last year and the year before—"
Helian Ling was overjoyed; the exquisitely beautiful little girl was as happy as a bird.
Seeing her granddaughter's happy expression, Empress Dowager Xiao couldn't help but smile.
However, for some reason, Empress Dowager Xiao had a bad feeling.
Is this year's autumn heatwave particularly intense?
The hot weather made her somewhat restless.
Helian Jue should be fine.
What happened three years ago should not be repeated.
But why does my heart feel inexplicably uneasy?
Empress Dowager Xiao suppressed her heart palpitations and continued to hold the scroll in her hand, personally teaching her granddaughter to read.
...
"The sage is returning!"
"The army has already set off, and judging by the time, they should arrive in the capital by mid-September!"
Xie Yuan held the little note brought back by the carrier pigeon, his eyes and brows beaming with a smile.
My husband, who led the army in person, has finally returned after nearly two years of separation.
Although Helian Jue's return also signifies the beginning of a new round of trouble, she misses him and still eagerly anticipates his return.
Luo Peiyu, kneeling opposite Xie Yuan, looked as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.
The return of a sage may not necessarily be a pleasant surprise; it could also be a shock!
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