Xiao Ji listened to his advice, so he wrote a rather long letter to Shang Changge.
The letter was long, but it could be simply divided into three parts: the beginning expressed longing, the middle informed about the injury, and the rest was all about being affectionate.
The journey was long, and it took more than a month for the letter to reach Shang Changge.
The spring rain continued, and the entire capital city was shrouded in a light drizzle.
South Street, a bustling area.
The rain was light, and the streets were bustling with people. Looking down from the high-rise buildings, one could see rows of oil-paper umbrellas of various styles, and hear the sounds of people chatting and laughing.
"Old Wu, is that shadow puppet show about the great general really as good as you say?"
"You really shouldn't disbelieve me. The scene of the general leading his troops to fight bloody battles is so inspiring. If you're a man, you have to see it!"
I brought my two rascals to see it yesterday. Today's show is new; it's about the Great General's conquest of Jin Lou. If it weren't for the fact that my two rascals had to go to school today…”
“Miss, you’ve snuck out again today. If the Madam and Master find out, they’ll definitely punish us. Weren’t you very afraid of the General before…”
"Sister, when Niaoniao grows up, she will marry the Great General..."
"You little brat, by the time you grow up, how old will the General be... and when your sister marries the General, it'll still be..."
South Street is home to many properties owned by the eldest princess, such as restaurants, teahouses, inns, jewelry shops, and cosmetic shops...
At this time, the most prestigious private room in the teahouse owned by the eldest princess, where talented men and beautiful women often indulged in refined pursuits, was located.
The eldest princess herself was leaning against the window frame, listening to the sounds of people rushing to see the shadow puppet show about the great general.
Today, Shang Changge wore a magnificent blue dress made by several embroiderers in the palace, and as always, she was adorned with jewels.
Her face was elegant and aloof, with exquisite makeup and upturned phoenix eyes, exuding an air of noble and unapproachable status.
"My elder sister has gone to such lengths and effort for the sake of the General's reputation, alas..."
Shang Changze was also present today, having changed out of his dragon robe and into luxurious everyday clothes. He sat opposite him, holding a cup of tea and pretending to shake his head and sigh.
Shang Changge withdrew his gaze, took a sip of fine pre-rain Longjing tea to soothe his throat, and then looked at his handsome younger brother, saying whatever came to mind:
"Aze, you seem to have a lot of free time lately."
Shang Changze chuckled and did not deny it: "I am indeed very free. All the hidden dangers inside and outside the court have been settled, and I am not yet at the age where I need to deal with the harem."
Shang Changge had teased Shang Changze about the harem many times before, but this time she didn't bring it up and instead asked about Jiangnan:
"Has the corrupt atmosphere in Jiangnan been thoroughly rectified?"
Shang Changze nodded, his smile deepening, clearly indicating that this was a topic that pleased him: "I have to thank my third brother for this."
Shang Changze was always open and honest with his older sister, Shang Changge, and proactively mentioned many things, including the Su family.
"Ever since we scared them that time, the Su family has kept a low profile. After the third brother's defeat, the Su family became even more restrained."
Even the treasure bowl that our people broke has been left there; we haven't dared to throw it away or repair it.
Shang Changge swirled her teacup, pondering whether she would receive a letter from Xiao Ji in the next couple of days, while responding to Shang Changze's words:
"The Su family deserves it."
Those who harbor rebellious intentions deserve to be executed; they are merely intimidating and suppressing us. The Su family should be grateful.
Mentioning the Su family's name reminded Shang Changze of the Su family's daughter, and he began to talk about something that had puzzled him for a long time:
"Sister, I've always been curious about what it is about my third brother that makes so many women fall for him, fall head over heels for him, and even risk their lives to help him."
Shang Changge composed herself, put down her teacup, and smiled at Shang Changze, her beautiful eyes sparkling: "What, is our Aze envious?"
Helpless, Shang Changze, knowing that his sister was teasing him, still explained and clarified: "No, I was just curious."
Shang Changge didn't press the matter further; instead, a mysterious smile appeared on her stunningly beautiful face as she spoke enigmatically:
"You don't understand, and you don't need to understand."
Just then, Qingyao knocked on the door of the private room. Zhuque arrived, bringing a letter from Xiao Ji.
Shang Changge didn't shy away from talking to Shang Changze. She opened the envelope, read the letter word by word, and her expression changed from a smile to a frown.
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