Today, the Emperor of Dai Viet held a grand ceremony in the Golden Palace to send off the soldiers who were about to set out to quell the rebellion.
The battlefield is a place where strength speaks volumes. As a woman confined to the inner quarters, she couldn't offer much help. While the man was still fast asleep, she got up early to pack his belongings.
Xiao Cui noticed the flickering candlelight in the hall and slowly walked in.
"Miss, why don't you sleep a little longer?"
"The general has set off for battle today, and we don't know when he will return. I would like to prepare some more medicine for him."
"Grind the ink for me."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Cui's eyes lit up, and she said with a grin, "Miss, are you going to write a love letter to the General?"
Gu Qianluo raised her hand and gently placed it on Xiao Cui's forehead, speaking softly.
"Silly Xiao Cui! I'm writing a prescription for him!"
"Oh, oh, this servant will prepare pen and ink for Miss right away."
Gu Qianluo slowly sat down at the desk, gently spreading out the Xuan paper with her slender hands, and took the wolf-hair brush handed to her by Xiao Cui.
“Miss, didn’t you already embroider the prescription on the handkerchief?”
"Yes! Just in case the writing on the handkerchief gets washed away by sweat!"
"Cui'er, go and fetch the most important thing."
I need to check carefully to see if there are any mistakes, and fix them while there's still time.
"Miss, are you referring to the amulet sachet prepared for the general?"
"Okay, go on!"
As Xiao Cui's figure receded into the distance, Gu Qianlu had a sudden inspiration. She picked up a bamboo chopstick from in front of her and used it to pick up the dripping wax and write on the handkerchief.
Suddenly, muffled footsteps came from the doorway.
Gu Qianluo was focused and had no time to pay attention to the person who came. She called out softly.
"Cui'er, put it there for now, I'm busy here! Don't get the sachet dirty."
As soon as she finished speaking, a cloak was draped over her cold shoulders, and a tall figure blocked out her only candlelight.
Her brows furrowed, and she was about to raise her eyes to reprimand Xiao Cui when she noticed Chen Jinheng staring at her with deep affection.
"Jin... Jinheng, why are you awake? It's not time yet, go back to sleep."
"What is the lady writing?"
"The prescriptions... You're bound to get injured on the battlefield. These medicine bottles are what I've carried with me since I was a child; some are for stopping bleeding, some for stimulating the nerves, some for replenishing energy..."
Chen Jinheng took the Xuan paper from her hand, his eyes brimming with joy. "Jinheng is truly blessed to have such a lady."
"Jinheng, you're making fun of me again!"
Chen Jinheng frowned and smiled, picked up an exquisite sachet from the table, brought it close to his nose and sniffed it.
"Cloves? How did you know I like this spice, Madam?"
"I noticed it from Lin Ruoyan's sachet that day," Gu Qianluo replied with a faint smile.
"My wife is very capable; I admire her greatly."
Gu Qianluo took a three-colored medicine bottle from the desk, handed it to Chen Jinheng, and solemnly instructed him,
"This blue stuff is hemostatic powder, this green stuff is pain reliever powder, and this black stuff is antidote pill. I've branded these words on them, so please remember them, my husband."
Chen Jinheng's eyebrows twitched slightly as he slowly placed the medicine bottle inside his clothes. "A gift from my wife is a treasure I will cherish."
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianlu frowned and angrily rebuked, "Chen Jinheng, this is something for saving lives, not for collecting."
Seeing her anger, the man stepped forward and gently kissed her forehead, saying softly, "I will follow your teachings, my wife."
"This amulet sachet was made by me overnight. Here you go."
Jinheng, you must come back safely, otherwise all my efforts will have been in vain!
This is the first time in my life I've done needlework for a man. If you don't like it, my husband is welcome to throw it away.
Chen Jinheng frowned, tied the sachet around his waist, and smiled.
“How could I possibly discard what my wife has worked so hard for me? I will cherish it as a precious treasure.”
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianluo's brows furrowed with joy, and she asked, "Husband, I heard that the Third Young Master Jincheng is also going to war with you this time?"
"Well, seeing that he had nothing to do, the second master suggested to my father that he come with me to the army to train."
"Then you must take good care of him, lest anything happen that could damage the harmony between uncle and nephew."
"Hehe, I have always been dedicated to my duties. Since he is here to gain experience, he has to prove himself."
"The frontier is a complex place, teeming with wild animals. My husband, you must be careful."
"Alright. After I leave, please take good care of my elder brother and sister-in-law."
Ange'er and Ping'er had lived with Lin Ruoyan since childhood, so naturally they missed her.
If they both annoy you, don't take it to heart and don't argue with children.
Also, the two concubines in the inner quarters are quite idle. If you have some free time, arrange some tasks for them to avoid them causing any trouble.
"Yes, my husband, don't worry, I will remember it well."
"Master, the carriage is ready!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianluo's heart sank, and her gaze fell on the man. "Jinheng, I wish you a resounding victory and a triumphant return."
After saying that, Chen Jinheng took her hand and walked with her toward the carriage. "Luo'er, come with me to the palace and see your husband off."
"Mmm." Gu Qianlu's eyes flashed, and the image of Chen Jinheng amidst the clash of swords on the battlefield flashed through her mind.
Who knows when we'll meet again after this separation?
Inside the carriage, Chen Jinheng pulled Gu Qianluo into his arms and solemnly instructed her.
"Luo'er, you have only been in the manor for a short time, and I must leave you. If I return victorious, I will make it up to you properly."
The Marquis's mansion is now in the hands of the eldest sister-in-law, but she practices nepotism, and the old lady has already expressed considerable dissatisfaction with her.
The old lady values you highly; don't disappoint her. You must quickly take control of your sister-in-law's affairs.
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