After all, he was going to personally lead the expedition, and Shu Chengfeng was not an emperor who liked grand displays.
Speed was even required, so the Imperial Household Department and the Palace were ready very quickly.
Aside from the accompanying army, there's nothing else that needs to be arranged outside.
These past few days have been anything but peaceful in the inner palace; everyone is worried.
However, with the Empress in charge, no trouble could be caused.
Shu Chengfeng, on the other hand, suddenly felt reluctant to leave two days before he was to go. He didn't say exactly what he was reluctant to leave behind, but you could tell that he was very reluctant.
The wild geese fly south, knowing they can't be stopped, or perhaps they can't bear to stop them.
She stopped mentioning stopping him and spent most of her free time with him during her busy schedule.
On the afternoon of September 16th, the two sat in the pear grove outside Zhaochun Palace.
There are no pears on the pear tree now, only yellow leaves that haven't all fallen.
"Don't worry, I've estimated it, he'll definitely be back before the New Year. The children will be back then too. We'll celebrate the New Year together." Shu Chengfeng hugged her. "You've worked hard for months, there's nothing I can do about it. I'll send someone to deliver a message to you."
Yan Nangui sighed, "I won't say those things anymore. Don't worry about things in the palace."
Judging from the current battle situation, it is indeed clear that Dayan is about to win.
The emperor took the princes along to gain experience, so they couldn't refuse.
After all, it really is time to establish a crown prince.
"Do you have a clear idea about the matter of establishing a crown prince?" It's not that taking the prince is actually for war.
Just to see their reactions and attitudes.
"I... take a look. The eldest son should also make some achievements." Although none of these princes were entirely to his satisfaction.
Overall, however, the eldest prince does have some merits in his conduct and dealings with others.
He was also willing to listen to the opinions of his ministers.
Actually, one doesn't need to be exceptionally outstanding. As long as one isn't stubborn, being a prince doesn't necessarily require extraordinary talent.
He's seen the child over the years; the Sixth Prince is frail, and even if he weren't, the child is truly...
In the words of the Empress, they are like salted fish.
Too lazy.
The Eighth Prince... let's not talk about him.
The Ninth and Tenth Princes are still young, but we can't keep waiting for them to grow up forever.
Given the Second Prince's background, I'm afraid he won't be able to win over the people.
As for the third and fourth sons, the third son harbors resentment, and if he were to become the next emperor, it's hard to guarantee he wouldn't harm his brothers.
As for the fourth brother, he knew how to betray his brothers even while he was still alive, let alone later.
So after looking around, the only option left is the eldest.
Yan Nangui had actually figured it out, and smiled: "Very well, if he's really established, you can train him further. No one is born knowing how to be an emperor."
To be honest, Shu Chengfeng wasn't the kind of pioneer.
As long as his son can stabilize the country, that's fine.
"Yes, it's just a pity that our Bao'er isn't a boy. Otherwise, what would I be worried about?" Shu Chengfeng sighed.
"Don't say that. Even if you keep saying it, she won't turn into a boy," Yan Nangui said.
"I won't say anymore. Maybe Bao'er will come back even earlier than me," Shu Chengfeng said with a smile.
Yan Nangui sighed inwardly and didn't respond.
“The Empress Dowager is getting old, and I will take care of her while you are away. After all, she is still your mother. I will be understanding,” Yan Nangui said.
"And your children, I will take care of them too."
"With you here, I feel at ease." Shu Chengfeng smiled and pressed his face against hers. "Let's sit here for a while. I'm tired, so very tired. Being an emperor is not easy at all."
Yan Nangui smiled and said, "Let me comb your hair. Come on, let's sit somewhere else."
So she led him into the hall.
She placed his head on her knees and loosened his hair.
Even though I'm getting older, my hair still feels so nice to touch.
Yan Nangui gently stroked it, combing it bit by bit with a comb. Shu Chengfeng said nothing; he was truly exhausted.
Soon, he fell into a deep sleep.
In his dream, Yan Nangui was young, touching his heart with a jade-like foot and saying something to him with a smile.
He didn't hear clearly.
In reality, Yan Nangui smoothed his hair, gently touched it, and then reached out to touch his eyebrows and eyes.
In fact, Shu Chengfeng, who is forty years old, has changed a lot compared to when he was eighteen.
But her eyebrows and eyes are still beautiful.
When she closes her eyes, she even has an innocent look about her.
However, the wrinkles around his eyes were quite noticeable.
I've been too tired lately, and my complexion isn't very good.
Yan Nangui looked down at him, but she wasn't really thinking too much about it.
There was only an eerie silence, as if my mind had gone blank.
After an unknown amount of time, she sighed softly and touched his lips.
When Shu Chengfeng woke up, he felt comfortable all over. He looked up and saw Yan Nangui and laughed, "Your legs are numb, aren't they?"
"Mm," Yan Nangui responded.
"Aren't you stupid? Why don't you push me away?" Shu Chengfeng shook his head.
"I couldn't bear to." Yan Nangui touched his face again.
Shu Chengfeng felt his heart melting. He sat up, hugged her, and nuzzled her again. "Don't worry, I'll be back soon. If you miss me, look at my paintings. Don't overwork yourself these days. Ask someone else to do things for you."
"Okay." Yan Nangui nodded.
Shu Chengfeng then gave her instructions on her diet, saying many, many things.
I was able to go to sleep peacefully after dinner.
We're leaving tomorrow.
We didn't do anything tonight, just hugged each other and chatted.
I don't know when, but I fell asleep.
I was woken up in the middle of the night because the emperor's personal expedition required precise timing, so we couldn't delay.
Yan Nangui got up with him.
First, go to the Empress Dowager to say goodbye.
Then we went to the Imperial Ancestral Temple.
It was still dark.
Shu Chengfeng returned to Beichen Palace and changed into a new set of clothes. The princes were already prepared.
Yan Nangui, along with the women of the harem, saw them off outside the Beichen Palace.
After all the formalities had been completed, it was finally His Majesty's turn to depart.
Shu Chengfeng had said everything he needed to say. He was reluctant to leave, but it was time to go. He would be back in a few months.
He smiled at Yan Nangui, then turned and walked away.
One step, two steps, three steps... seven steps.
Yan Nan Gui suddenly lifted her skirt and ran downstairs, grabbing him in a hug.
"Your Majesty, don't turn around." Yan Nangui didn't care how many people were watching her, whether they were princes, concubines, ministers, or members of the imperial family.
"Tang'er..."
"Although the nickname you gave me is too common, I still like it very much," Yan Nangui said with a smile.
“You have a soft heart, and I like that about you. Shu Chengfeng, I wish you great success.” She tiptoed and whispered in Shu Chengfeng’s ear, “Remember, Yan Nangui likes you, likes you terribly. Besides Bao’er, you are my favorite. I wouldn’t trade you for anything.”
After saying these words, she released her grip: "Your Majesty, there's no need to turn back. I will take good care of everyone you care about."
Shu Chengfeng hesitated for a long time, but in the end he did not turn back.
"Okay." After saying that one word, he took another firm step.
This time, Yan Nangui simply stood there and watched.
Watch him walk away, until he's out of sight.
She took a deep breath, looked up at the stars before dawn, her face expressionless, and said nothing more.
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