At the post station, Dabao looked at the people in front of him with tearful eyes, tears pouring out like a flood, rolling down his cheeks. Aunt Zi and Xiao Nianchu couldn't help crying out loud, their sobs so plaintive that they moved people's hearts.
"Brother, I can't bear to leave you, wuwuwu..." Little Nianchu cried and hugged Jiang Jingxing's thighs tightly, as if this could stop him from leaving.
Jiang Jingxing squatted down and gently stroked Xiao Nianchu's hair to comfort her:
"Nian Chuguai, I can't bear to leave you. But I'm just going to see my parents and will be back soon."
Jin Linlin walked forward and handed a package to Jiang Jingxing, saying softly, "Here are some clothes and daily necessities that you'll need on the road."
Then, she took out another box and handed it to Jiang Jingxing, "Here are the banknotes that Auntie prepared for you. They are enough for you to use until you come of age. There are also two detoxification pills. You must keep them close to you in case of emergency."
Jiang Jingxing gratefully accepted the box, tears welling up in his eyes. He lifted his robe, knelt on his knees, and kowtowed to his grandmother and aunt, choking with sobs:
"Grandma, Auntie, take care of yourselves. Nianchu, you must also be obedient and don't make Grandma and Auntie angry. I will come back to see you when I have time."
After bowing, Jiang Jingxing stood up, looked deeply at Jiang Nianchu, and then turned to let the guards help him onto the horse. He rode on the horse and looked back at everyone again. He saw that little Nianchu was crying even harder, and Jin Linlin was comforting her softly.
Jiang Jingxing bit his lip, hardened his heart, and whipped the horse whip violently. The horse neighed and galloped forward like an arrow.
Jin Linlin watched Jiang Jingxing's back gradually recede, and a faint melancholy welled up in her heart. She sighed softly, then patted the shoulder of Xiao Nianchu, who was sobbing beside her, and comforted her softly:
"Nian Chuguai, brother is going to see his parents and will be back to see you soon. Don't cry, it's not good for your health if you cry."
Mo Qi and Mo Ba also followed secretly.
Cangwu City
Imperial Palace
After countless days and nights of travel, they finally returned to Cangwu City.
All the civil and military officials in the court expressed strong opposition to his leaving the palace this time. After all, there were constant disputes among countries and the situation was tense. Leaving the palace without permission would result in a very high risk of being assassinated.
When everyone saw her return safely, the stone in their hearts finally fell to the ground and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
However, there was a mountain of memorials on Jin Linlin's desk, which made her frown.
Chunxue and Qiuyu, standing nearby, covered their mouths and snickered. Jin Linlin glared at them, then sat down and began reviewing the memorials.
"Your Majesty, the little princess has been arranged to live in your bedroom. Do you think it is necessary to arrange another palace for her to live in?" a servant asked respectfully.
Without even looking up, Jin Linlin continued with her work and casually replied, "Not for now. I want to live with my daughter. When she grows up a bit, I'll let her live on her own."
Qiuyu thought for a moment, then spoke hesitantly, "Your Majesty, what should be done with Aunt Zi? Wouldn't it be inconvenient for her to live in the palace? Besides, I'm afraid the censors will raise objections."
Jin Linlin stopped writing, thought for a moment and said:
"You have a point. Pass the decree down. Aunt Zi has been like a mother to me, helping me raise my daughter. Her hard work and contributions are immense. I hereby confer upon her the title of Marquis of Ping'an and grant her a Marquis of Ping'an mansion."
You go and arrange it yourself, and remember to follow Aunt Zi's preferences. She likes to play with herbs, so prepare more for her. Also, servants, money, etc. must be prepared."
Haruyuki smiled and nodded, thinking back to the past.
"Your Majesty is so kind. When you were in the capital, you often said that you would let Aunt Zi enjoy her old age in the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. Later, the world was in chaos and Aunt Zi disappeared. Now she has finally been found."
Jin Linlin also recalled her time in the capital, but it was a pity that things and people had changed:
"Yes, I finally found them. I feel relieved now. I don't have to worry about their safety anymore."
As he was speaking, Xiao Nianchu's clear voice came from outside the hall:
"Mom, I'm here to see you!" Jin Linlin smiled, put down the pen in her hand, stood up and greeted her.
Little Nianchu came in skipping and jumping, threw himself into Jin Linlin's arms, and said in a baby voice:
"Mom, the palace is so huge! Is this really our home?"
Jin Linlin patted her head lovingly and said, "Well, big brother, just go for a stroll. The palace is your home. Have you been well behaved outside?"
Xiao Nianchu nodded vigorously and said:
"I'm very obedient. I like it here. It's a pity that my brother is not here."
"Nianchu, you have a mother, and your brother has a mother too. We should respect your brother's choice. In a few days, I will choose some study partners for you, so you will have someone to accompany you."
At this time, Aunt Zi also walked in slowly. Jin Linlin walked up to her, took Aunt Zi's hand and said:
"Aunt Zi, you can live peacefully in the Marquis of Ping'an's mansion from now on. If you need anything, just tell me." Aunt Zi's eyes were red with gratitude:
"Your Majesty, how could I possibly deserve such kindness from you?"
"Aunt Zi has been very kind to me, and this is what you deserve."
"Grandma, let me accompany you to visit the Marquis' Mansion. You have to arrange a room for me. I will visit you often." Jiang Nianchu acted coquettishly to Aunt Zi.
Afterwards, Jin Linlin sent them to the Marquis of Ping'an's residence before returning to review the mountain of memorials. In the distance, Jiang Jingxing was galloping towards Ningzhou, where his parents were.
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