The Crown Princess didn't say much, turned and left, and sent a few skilled men to the military camp to watch over the young prince, so that they could take care of him and protect him, and try not to cause He Jiu Niang any trouble.
When she learned that He Jiuniang had volunteered to go to the army camp, her envy for He Jiuniang was beyond words. How many women in this world had to overcome so many difficulties to be as brave as He Jiuniang?
As the Crown Princess, she holds a very high position, making it difficult for her to break free from societal norms and do what she wants. Moreover, let alone freedom, her life as the Crown Princess is not as easy as it was when she was a princess, because she is the future Empress and must maintain the demeanor of a mother to the nation and serve as a role model for all women.
Because she carried too much on her shoulders, she hoped that her children could live happier lives. When her daughter wanted to go to her maternal grandparents' house, she agreed. When her son wanted to go to the military camp, as long as he didn't cause He Jiu Niang any trouble and didn't require He Jiu Niang to worry about anything else, she agreed to that as well.
Sometimes the Crown Princess even thought how wonderful it would have been if she had met someone like He Jiu Niang when she was young, so that her mind would not have been imprisoned and she would not have been suffocated by these worldly pressures.
But there was no way around it; even if she didn't like it, she still had to face it. As for the regrets in her heart, she could make up for them slowly in the future.
As for her children, she will try her best to ensure they have no regrets.
Just as He Jiuniang and the others left, the carriage from the Duke of Mu's mansion arrived at the gate of the General's mansion. They knocked on the door but were told that the masters were not there. Madam Yan's face immediately darkened.
Why is a woman like you always running around outside?
"It's okay if you're not here. Just let us in so we can get familiar with the surroundings."
Madam Yan was quite self-righteous, after all, she would have many opportunities to visit He Jiuniang after they became relatives. The General's Mansion looked very grand, and it wouldn't hurt to go in and take a look while He Jiuniang was away.
Zhuo Jiayu, standing next to her, also looked longingly at the place. If she were to marry into the family, this would be her home, so it would be good for her to get to know it beforehand.
When Butler Huang, who came out to greet the guests, heard these words, he was stunned. He had already said that the host was not home, so how could he still have the nerve to come in? Didn't everyone just drop off the gifts and leave?
Also, what did she mean by "familiar with the environment"?
Does she need to get familiar with this?
"Please forgive me, madam, but our mistress has instructed that no one should be allowed to enter the mansion when the master is not in his presence. Please come again next time."
That's what they said, but Steward Huang was a little unhappy. It's a wonder that this mother and daughter are from the Duke of Mu's mansion. They didn't even bother to send a visiting card when they came to pay their respects. They came to the door as soon as the master left, and they even tried to enter the door when the master was not there. Was this all planned?
Could it be that they're trying to steal something?
Don't think he doesn't know what the state of the Duke of Mu's mansion is now. It's one thing to come empty-handed, but does he expect to beg for alms from the General's mansion?
What a disgrace!
Seeing Huang's attitude towards her, Madam Yan was very dissatisfied. She wanted to reveal the relationship between He Jiuniang and the Zhuo family, but since He Jiuniang was not present, she could not say certain things now. Although she was dissatisfied, she still smiled and said, "In that case, we will come again next time."
Butler Huang thought she would be difficult to deal with, but he didn't expect to get rid of her so easily.
Seeing that Steward Huang had already closed the gate, Zhuo Jiayu had no choice but to follow Madam Yan into the carriage. She asked in confusion, "Mother, why didn't you insist on going in to take a look? Those servants couldn't stop us."
Given their status, these servants certainly wouldn't dare to act recklessly.
"There's plenty of time. Those lackeys will eventually have their turn to fawn over us."
Madam Yan smiled gently, but spoke through gritted teeth. Having lived for so many years, how could she not have seen the disdainful mockery in Steward Huang's eyes?
They can go in, but it would be embarrassing if things got out of hand.
In contrast, she values her reputation more.
Zhuo Jiayu was a little disappointed, but now there was no chance, so she could only compromise.
However, she soon had a new idea. Now that He Jiuniang and Lu Baichuan were not together, it was a time when she was easily unable to control herself. If she could take advantage of this time to make Lu Baichuan take a liking to her, then things would go much more smoothly when she married into the family in the future.
She glanced at her mother secretly; until now, she hadn't told her mother what she was thinking.
Her mother wanted her to marry into a wealthy and powerful family, but she was thinking of becoming Lu Baichuan's concubine.
However, the Lu family is now considered a prominent and wealthy family.
As soon as He Jiuniang arrived at the military camp, she began to rigorously train the soldiers, with Gou'er and the young prince following along.
According to He Jiuniang, they were to practice together every morning, and then read and practice calligraphy at noon and in the evening, filling their days with activities.
The two children didn't slack off either; they stood at the front of the line and practiced with everyone else.
At first, the soldiers didn't take the two children seriously, thinking that He Jiuniang had just brought them here to play and that they would soon lose patience and run off to play. But the children ended up practicing with them all morning.
The dog had some martial arts skills, so although it was tiring, it wasn't too tiring. But it was different for the young prince. This was the first time he had experienced such hardship, and he almost couldn't hold on several times. But when he saw the dog beside him, he gritted his teeth and persevered.
When it was over, he collapsed on the ground and couldn't get up.
He Jiuniang personally stepped forward to help him up, looked at him, and asked, "Are you tired?"
The young prince didn't even have the strength to speak, but he nodded with difficulty.
"So, are you going back to the palace?"
The young prince immediately shook his head, his lips trembling as he said, "I... I can do it!"
He Jiuniang was very satisfied and said with a smile, "Well done, rest for a while and then come over for dinner. After dinner, go to sleep."
Having not slept all night and having personally practiced all morning, she was a little tired and would definitely take a nap later.
The dog was very concerned about the young prince. It helped him to rest, gave him water, and comforted him, saying, "Brother prince, it's okay. You'll get used to it in a few days."
The young prince nodded wearily, but still managed to ask the question he had held back for so long: "Aren't you tired?"
"I'm tired, but I'm very happy, hehe."
"Why?"
"Because this is the first time I've learned martial arts from my mother."
Before, he learned from his grandfather in the countryside. His mother only gave him picture books to learn from secretly. After he was reunited with his father, his grandfather and father taught him. His mother never asked about it.
Although his mother never showed off her abilities, he knew she was actually very capable, but she had always been unwilling to teach him. Now, he finally had his chance.
"Brother Prince, you mustn't give up this opportunity to learn from my mother! It's a rare chance!"
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