357 Please embark on the journey, everyone.
The morning breeze gently blows, and the morning light illuminates the entire earth, while colorful auspicious clouds ripple across the sky.
Farmers, merchants, and workshops have already begun their day.
The new system, the new management, and the new vacant positions and freed-up land have given the entire Wanzhou and the surrounding areas a new vitality.
A monarch, a people, a system, a way of life.
At least for now, things are better than before, and that's good enough.
She gently stroked her soft, long hair, letting everyone help her change into new clothes. She wore a well-tailored long gown, embroidered with gold thread and bamboo, which was gorgeous and beautiful. A delicate brocade pouch was also added to her waist.
Eight people gathered together, carefully tidying up the clothes of their lovers and trying on the new clothes they had painstakingly made.
She smiled slightly and said, "It looks like it fits quite well. Are you satisfied, Mr. Chen?"
Qingti smiled and spoke, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned. Her lover had returned, and all her worries had vanished. Her inner joy and satisfaction were evident on her face.
Xiao Cui, Li'er, Qing'er, and Bai'er, who were beside her, had changed into long dresses with pleated hems and rosy cheeks. They looked shyly at Chen Lang in front of them. It all seemed like a dream.
Huifu, Bairong, and Danru were the same, their expressions filled with tenderness and love, as if telling their lovers that they had been waiting for a very long time, longing for their lovers to return, and now that they had finally waited, they were overwhelmed with happiness.
There was still a hint of worry in his eyes, wondering when they would meet again, while looking at her expectantly.
Huifu's eyes were bold and direct. Mustering her courage, she whispered, "Chen Lang, if you have time, please visit us more often. We miss you very much."
Bai Rong hugged him tightly around the waist, reluctant to leave, and choked out, "Yes, Shen Lang, we thought you didn't want us anymore."
Danru stepped forward and hugged him, whispering, "Shen Lang, we don't need any of the family wealth here. We just hope you won't leave us and will come to visit us often when you have time."
Qingti, wearing a light blue short skirt, spoke as melodiously as a stream, her voice gentle yet vibrant. With her arms crossed and a slight sob in her voice, she said, "Shen Lang is out there, facing more danger and needing more resources. We are very safe in the city."
These family fortunes are best suited for Chen Lang's use; we only ask that Chen Lang not forget us.
It's hardest to accept the kindness of a beautiful woman, and the other four people looked on pitifully, as if they had been abandoned.
He gently pulled the beauty into his arms, chuckled softly, and said, "Once things are settled, if you'd like, would you like to come back to the border city with me?"
"Okay." They answered in unison, instantly turning their tears into laughter.
"Is Shen Lang real? Let's dream about it." Qing Ti shook her arms vigorously, her eyes sparkling with intelligence and liveliness, and asked with a smile.
The others followed suit, swaying gently and asking in sweet voices.
"Yes, you heard me right, but you'll have to wait a few days until I return." Feeling immense tenderness and excitement, a slight tremor ran through her heart.
"Yay!" The cheerful laughter instantly dispelled the chill of the morning.
"Chen Lang, what would you like to eat for breakfast? We'll go prepare it for you." Hui Fu asked happily, hugging the person next door. With her worries resolved, she instantly felt the air was lighter.
'I like whatever you prepare,' she said, gently hugging him tightly around the waist.
Huifu was instantly defeated and lay down in his arms.
He said in a low voice, "Then I'll go prepare a ginseng soup for you, sir. We've also picked the osmanthus flowers this year; I'll prepare some osmanthus cake for you too."
"Very well, thank you, ladies."
The group left quietly, leaving Huifu in their arms. Huifu had originally planned to go as well, but it wouldn't be good to leave her lover all alone. So she stayed behind with the others.
He lifted her up in his arms, her soft fragrance filling his embrace, and gently found a comfortable spot to lean against her.
She whispered, "While you've been away, Danru and Qingti have missed you terribly."
'Have you thought about it?'
"Yes, I am too. I'm so afraid that you'll dislike me and abandon me."
She held them tightly in her arms and said softly, "I'm sorry you had to go through all this trouble. I've made you worry."
Huifu didn't speak, but huddled even tighter in his arms.
She then whispered, "When Master is away, the Shi sisters, Sister Jie, and Sister Qingxuan often come to visit, so I'm not lonely. It's just that I often miss Master."
She smoothed her long hair and said in a low voice, "Lord Mi and others also sent some gifts, which I have noted down. Would you like to see them, sir?"
She nodded gently and said softly, "No need. It's not too late to see them after I've finished my business."
Keep all the gifts, prepare some return gifts, and manage your own expenses from your own budget.
These are yours to handle. Don't worry about them.
Gently pinching her soft fingers, she lightly stroked it.
"Shen Lang, thank you!" She couldn't help but grasp his warm, broad, and strong hand.
In the kitchen, the helpers and subordinates watched the seven people working busily, while they could only watch without lifting a finger. They suddenly felt like they were about to lose their jobs.
These days, there are quite a few jobs available to work in the government, so he started to feel a little worried.
They all watched closely from the sidelines, hoping to find an opportunity to help.
Danru glanced at the group and softly instructed, "Go and prepare a large fish, as well as pork chops, lamb chops, or some game, grill them, and bring them over later."
"Yes, Madam." The six or seven kitchen helpers answered in unison, then hurriedly ran towards the storeroom, afraid of being too slow.
Bai Rong said softly, "The black chicken and ginseng soup will have to wait a bit; it's made on the spot, so the taste won't be as good. But the osmanthus cake needs to be made quickly."
Qingti nodded. 'We'll prepare some sesame glutinous rice balls, shredded pork with garlic sauce, sweet and sour pork ribs, and spicy diced chicken now.'
Xiao Cui and the others busied themselves nearby, whispering, "Add more chili peppers, Madam. And that bull penis that was delivered, should we stir-fry it too?"
Danru chuckled softly, "Of course. And Xiaocui, from now on you can just call us 'older sisters'."
Xiao Cui, Li'er, Qing'er, and Bai'er were taken aback. Bai Rong and Danru nodded in agreement, saying the same thing.
The four whispered, "Yes, thank you, sister."
A soft murmur, like the song of a nightingale, was melodious and lingering, seemingly penetrating the soul.
Huifu felt weak all over and leaned against someone sitting on her, her long skirt folded up.
Hearing the approaching footsteps, she immediately blushed.
"Shen Lang, dinner's ready."
Black chicken and ginseng soup, sesame dumplings, shredded pork with garlic sauce, sweet and sour pork ribs, spicy diced chicken, stir-fried ox penis, and various kinds of barbecued meats are placed on the living room table.
Like seven fairies slowly arriving, they came into the inner courtyard to welcome the one they loved.
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