With a dark expression, Xue Zhuang apologized to Song Liyun as soon as he entered the courtyard, saying that he would definitely discipline her strictly when he got back.
Song Liyun neither confirmed nor denied this.
She had no hope for Xu Yan'er's change, and only warned Xue Zhuang that this was the last apology, and there would be no more after that!
Xue Zhuang's face turned bright red. He knew he had made repeated mistakes, and to keep his job, he had to make some sacrifices.
It is said that it is easier to change mountains and rivers than to change one's nature.
Song Liyun finally understood that the conflict between Xu Yan'er and herself was not a simple one, and it couldn't be changed with just a few words.
From the very first day he arrived in Broken Gold Town, Xu Yan'er and he couldn't stand each other.
Out of spite, Xu Yan'er was freezing to death outside in the middle of the night, almost losing her life, yet she showed no remorse.
Perhaps Xu Yan'er's brain only has this much capacity.
I've hit her, yelled at her, and even saved her life, but I still can't change her mind.
This is probably what people mean by "enemies".
Whether she was doing well or not, Xu Yan'er would always compare herself to others and feel uncomfortable.
Song Liyun didn't care.
It's okay to feel bad, who would stop walking just because there are frogs croaking by the roadside?
Two days later, Song Liyun met up with dozens of wedding cavalrymen who had been waiting there at the Balin tribe.
The tribespeople of Bahraini wear their most solemn costumes, and colorful ribbons are hung around their yurts.
Although Song Liyun was not a girl from the tribe, she was more important than the tribespeople.
Song Zhenping led the horse for Song Liyun, who was dressed up.
When he reached Elder Shan, his eyes were already brimming with tears: "Elder Shan, I'm entrusting Xiaoyun to you. If your young master ever stops liking Xiaoyun, you must return her to me, otherwise... I will not let you off the hook, even if it costs me my life!"
Elder Shan took the reins from Song Liyun, placed his hand on his chest, and said sincerely, "Brother Song, rest assured, Shan Da swears to the gods that the Wuda tribe will not let the young mistress suffer any injustice! The young master will not let the young mistress suffer any injustice either!"
The journey back to Kara Mountain was long, and the group did not stay in the Bahraini tribe for long before setting off again.
Song Zhenping watched the convoy disappear into the vast expanse of withered grass, her eyes swollen from crying.
Han Ming, who accompanied him, comforted him, "Young Master, the young lady is no ordinary woman. No one can make her suffer. You don't need to worry about her."
Han Ming had followed Song Liyun the longest and experienced the most with her, even understanding her better than Song Zhenping.
Song Liyun has a strong personality and hates false flattery and compromising. She also has her own methods.
If there are any people in this world who would make her put up with their temper, it would only be the Song brothers; even Zhao the son-in-law would not make her submit.
Song Zhenping wiped away his tears: "No matter how strong Xiaoyun is, she is still just a woman."
I used to think that women were no different from men except that they were a little weaker.
But ever since Yanghua became pregnant, I've realized how incredibly difficult it is to be a woman!
At this point, he felt like crying again.
Before she became pregnant, Yang Hua was feisty and capable, excelling both at home and outside.
But ever since I became pregnant, I've been vomiting. I can only drink water every day, and the fat I've worked so hard to gain on my face is going back down.
He endured the vomiting for three months before it stopped, but he often suffered from lower back pain, leg cramps, and so he would massage him all night long.
At times like these, even the strongest woman is like a bird with clipped wings, completely at the mercy of others.
If Xiaoyun were like this, would anyone in the Wuda tribe take care of her like this?
Ashi is a noble young master from a prestigious family. Would he be willing to massage Xiaoyun's back and feet?
Upon hearing Song Zhenping's words, Han Ming fell silent.
He and the young widow had no children.
The woman nowadays is still young and doesn't have children yet, so he can't understand what it's like to be pregnant.
Song Zhenping, standing nearby, was still rambling on about how difficult it is to be a woman.
Han Ming also began to think that if Lan Guo really had a child, he should treat her better.
Song Zhenping was worried not only about his sister's future, but also about whether Xiao An would adapt well.
This time, Song Dekui did not go to Suijin Town. He had already traveled from Hecheng to Mida River Valley to meet Song Erlang. The two of them, as elders, went to Kara Mountain together to witness the wedding.
The task of escorting the bride fell on Xiao An's shoulders.
Two years ago, he was a silly little kid who didn't even dare to look people in the eye, but now he's a respected guest in the tribe.
Xiao An was also a little nervous in the cavalry.
He wore a leather hat, a thick cotton robe, and high boots, and rode on a horse with his body taut.
Ahead lay an endless expanse of wilderness and distant, rolling mountain ridges.
The autumn wind rustled through the grass, and the faint roars of animals could be heard.
This place is a completely different world from the Wu Dynasty. Even though Xiao An had stayed in the Balin tribe, he could still feel the fear brought by the boundless wilderness.
Fortunately, Abu and Wudan were riding horses alongside Xiao An.
Tell him some interesting stories about the grasslands to try and make him feel more relaxed.
Behind them, in the long procession, were several ornately decorated carriages carrying palace maids bestowed upon them by the Duke of Anguo.
After staying in the Bahrain tribe for a few days, the palace maids already knew where they were going to live. They were all dejected and sat blankly in the carriage, refusing to get out.
Song Liyun did not ride in a carriage; she rode a horse and talked with Elder Shan.
"Elder Shan, isn't it inappropriate for us to leave these beautiful maids behind?"
Elder Shan just said that the young master is on his way and wants him to go ahead and meet up with Zhao Tingduo.
Song Liyun was worried that these palace maids were all given to Lady Wuya by the Duke of Anguo, and that Xu Mama was someone arranged by the Empress Dowager. If she left them unattended, wouldn't that be impolite?
Elder Shan raised an eyebrow: "Young Madam, your safety is paramount. Those are merely maids from the Wu Dynasty; how could they be worthy to travel with you!"
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