kvmb Chapter 184: Later Years
Chapter 184: Later Years
In the early morning, the bright sunlight shines through the window lattice and directly onto Yunxi's bed.
Yunxi slowly opened her eyes and turned to look at the prince beside her. The guy was still snoring in his sleep.
Yunxi got up quietly, as cautiously as a thief, afraid of making the slightest noise to wake him up.
She casually grabbed a simple dress and put it on, then moved to the bronze mirror and carefully fiddled with her hair.
Time is merciless and has left marks on her face, but her eyes are still bright and lively.
At this time, the maid Cui'er stepped into the room and said, "Madam, breakfast is ready."
Yunxi nodded slightly and said, "Go, wake up the prince."
Cui Er quickly responded, ran to the bedside, and gently pushed the prince, "Prince, wake up, it's time to get up."
The prince drowsily opened his eyes and saw Yunxi had already finished dressing. He grinned and said, "Madam, why are you up so early today?"
Yunxi rolled her eyes at him and said, "It's already so late, and you're still sleeping!"
The prince scratched his head, sat up and stretched.
Yunxi turned around to make the bed, mumbling, "All you do is sleep all day long."
Cui Er chuckled to herself as the prince got out of bed, put on his clothes hastily, and walked to the table.
Yunxi walked in front and did not forget to turn around and glare at the prince, "Look at you, you are so slovenly!"
The family then sat around the table and began to enjoy breakfast. The young lady smiled and said, "Mother, I want to go to the market today and buy some cloth to make clothes."
Yunxi glanced at her and said, "Okay, bring a few more maids with you and don't run around."
When the young lady heard this, her eyes lit up immediately. She jumped up to Yunxi, pulled her sleeve and said coquettishly, "Mom, don't worry, I promise to be a good boy."
Yunxi gently tapped the young lady's nose and said with a smile, "Girl, you always say this, but when have you ever really made me worry-free?"
The lady stuck out her tongue, made a face and ran away.
The young master also said: "Mom, I want to go to the martial arts training ground to practice kung fu."
Yunxi raised her eyes to look at the young master, her eyes full of love and expectation, "Okay, but be careful and don't hurt yourself."
The young master patted his chest and assured: "Mom, I'm old enough now, I know the seriousness of the matter."
After saying that, he ran out in a hurry.
After breakfast, the prince went to the study to handle some business, while Yunxi took Cui'er to the garden.
The flowers in the garden are in full bloom, a riot of colour.
"Madam, the flowers are so beautiful." Cui'er said with her eyes wide open and a look of surprise on her face.
Yunxi smiled and reached out to gently touch a beautiful flower. "Yes, the years are peaceful and the flowers blooming bring joy to people."
Yunxi was wearing plain clothes and had her hair tied up in a simple bun. Although she was not wearing any makeup, she had a dignified charm.
As he was speaking, Li Fu, the housekeeper of the Marquis's Mansion, came hurriedly with beads of sweat on his forehead.
"Madam, several ladies have come to visit you."
Yunxi was slightly stunned, then said, "Quickly invite them to the flower hall."
After saying that, he straightened his sleeves and quickened his pace towards the flower hall.
When we arrived at the flower hall, several ladies were already waiting there.
"Sister Yunxi, long time no see." said a lady in pink clothes.
The lady had a golden hairpin in her hair and her face was delicately made up. When she opened her mouth, the powder on her face fell off.
Yunxi smiled and went to meet her, holding her hand. "Sisters, how come you have time to come to my mansion today?"
Everyone sat down, and the maids served tea and snacks. A lady dressed in green, with a string of pearls around her neck, took a bite of a snack and said, "We heard that your sister is in good health recently, so we sisters came to see her."
Yunxi smiled and replied, "Thank you for your concern, sisters. I'm still pretty strong."
The lady in pink curled her lips and said, "Sister, you are living a very comfortable life in the Marquis' Mansion. Unlike my husband, who is always away from home."
Yunxi handed her a cup of tea and comforted her, "Sister, don't complain. Men always have their own things to do."
Another lady, dressed in purple and with rings adorning her fingers, took over the conversation, "Sister, I heard that several new silk shops have opened in the capital recently. The fabrics there are really top-notch."
Yunxi took a sip of tea and said, "Really? I didn't really pay attention to it."
The ladies chatted animatedly, some discussing household matters with great gusto, others lamenting their husbands' faults, and still others showing off their new jewelry.
Yunxi listened quietly at the side, occasionally interjecting a few words, always with a gentle smile on her face.
After a while, Yunxi said, "Sisters, how about we go for a walk in the garden?
The flowers are in full bloom.”
Everyone nodded, stood up and walked towards the garden. Along the way, there was another round of laughter and joy.
Yunxi chatted with them, and bursts of laughter were heard from time to time.
After a while, Yunxi stood up and said, "Sisters, why don't we go for a walk in the garden."
Several ladies responded in agreement, and the group walked towards the garden.
As soon as they entered the garden, the lady in pink opened her eyes wide and praised: "Sister, the garden of this mansion is really beautiful."
Her exaggerated expression was as if this garden was the most beautiful she had ever seen in her life.
Yunxi smiled and said, "If you like it, come here often." As she spoke, Yunxi tilted her head slightly and raised her hand to gently tidy up the hair by her ears.
At this time, a little maid ran over in a panic, panting and almost stumbled and fell to the ground.
"Madam, the young lady and the young master are back."
Yunxi hurriedly said, "Hurry and let them come over."
Soon, the young lady and the young master arrived at the garden. The young lady was wearing a pink dress and was skipping around, with the pearl flowers on her hair swaying.
The young master was dressed in shorts and looked energetic. The two of them saluted politely to the ladies.
"These are my sister's children. They are becoming more and more beautiful."
A lady said this, covering her mouth with a handkerchief and narrowing her eyes.
Yunxi's face was full of pride, and the corners of her mouth turned up as she said, "I'm sorry to have made you laugh, sisters."
The lady in green, with a string of pearls around her neck, came up to the young lady, looked her up and down, and said, "Look at this young lady. She's pretty and has a good temperament. She'll definitely marry into a good family in the future."
After hearing this, the young lady blushed and hid behind Yunxi.
The young master straightened his back and said, "I want to be like my father and become a capable person!"
The ladies praised him again, and everyone chatted for a while.
The lady in purple clothes, with rings adorning her fingers, raised her hand, yawned, and said, "Sister, it's getting late. We should go back first."
Yunxi smiled and nodded, saying, "Then take care, sisters. Come back another day when you have time."
After seeing off the guests, Yunxi felt as if her legs were filled with lead, and she returned to her room to rest with a tired look on her face.
Not long after I lay down, the prince walked in. He stood straight, strode to the bedside, and asked with concern, "Madam, are you tired today?"
Yunxi shook her head, sighed softly, and said, "I just talked to the sisters for a while, it's nothing serious."
The prince sat by the bed, holding Yunxi's hand with a firm grip, saying, "That's good."
In the evening, the family sat around the dining table for dinner.
There were several exquisite dishes on the table, including braised pork, steamed fish, and stir-fried vegetables.
The young master couldn't wait to pick up the chopsticks and was about to pick up some food when Yunxi glared at him, and he put down his chopsticks obediently.
The young lady sat quietly, waiting for her elders to start eating first.
The prince looked at his two children and said with a smile, "Don't be restrained, eat quickly."
When the young master heard this, he immediately picked up a piece of braised pork and put it in his mouth, saying as he ate, "It smells so good!"
The young lady chewed her food slowly and behaved gracefully.
The family was enjoying their meal when the young master suddenly said excitedly, "Dad, Mom, I met a master in the martial arts training ground today. He taught me a few moves."
Yunxi smiled and said, "Then you must study hard."
The young lady also said, "Mother, I saw a piece of very good cloth at the market today. The clothes made from it will definitely be beautiful."
Yunxi nodded, her eyes full of kindness, "As long as you like it."
After dinner, Yunxi and the prince went for a walk in the courtyard. Yunxi was dressed in a light blue dress, and her steps were light and graceful, while the prince was dressed in a black robe, and his posture was upright.
The moonlight is like water, sprinkling on the ground.
The prince said softly, "Madam, it is my great fortune to be able to grow old with you like this."
Yunxi leaned on the prince's shoulder with a satisfied smile on her face, "Me too."
As they walked, Yunxi saw a small pavilion and pointed gently, "Your Highness, let's go sit in that pavilion."
The two walked into the pavilion and sat down. Yunxi gently adjusted the hem of her skirt and said, "Your Highness, thinking about how we've come this far and experienced so many ups and downs, it's really not easy to be so stable now."
After saying that, he sighed slightly.
The prince hugged Yunxi, his eyes firm, "Yes, it's all in the past. For the rest of my life, there will only be happiness."
At this moment, a breeze blew by, bringing a slight chill. Yunxi couldn't help but shiver and tremble slightly.
The prince quickly took off his cloak and draped it over Yunxi with swift movements, his face full of concern, "Don't catch a cold."
Yunxi felt warm in her heart, and she looked up at the prince with tenderness in her eyes, "Prince, it's great to have you."
The prince held Yunxi's hand, exerting a little force. "Madam, in our lifetime, we have experienced the smoke of war and tasted the intrigues of officialdom. Fortunately, we can live in peace now."
Yunxi nodded, "That's right. Thinking back to those days when you bravely fought on the battlefield, I was worried day and night at home."
The prince smiled and said, "At that time, I was hoping to return home victoriously and reunite with you as soon as possible."
Yunxi pursed her lips and smiled, "You, always work so hard."
The prince patted Yunxi's hand and said, "For you, for our family, it's worth it."
Yunxi scolded him, "Don't take such risks in the future."
The prince nodded repeatedly, "I will listen to my wife."
The two sat in the pavilion for a long time before going back to their room hand in hand to rest.
On the way back to the room, Yunxi walked a little slowly, so the prince slowed down and carefully supported her.
After entering the room, Yunxi sat on the edge of the bed and the prince poured her a cup of hot tea.
Yunxi took the teacup and took a sip. "Your Majesty, how about we go check out the newly opened shop tomorrow?"
The prince replied, "All right, my lady."
Yunxi smiled and said, "Then rest early."
The prince blew out the candle and the room suddenly became dark.
The next morning, Yunxi got up early and dressed carefully.
The prince looked at Yunxi and jokingly said, "Madam, dressed like this, looks several years younger."
Yunxi rolled her eyes at him and said, "You're the only one who can talk."
The two of them went out, chatting and laughing along the way. When they arrived in front of the shop, Yunxi carefully looked at the goods in the shop, picking up an item from time to time to look at it.
The prince accompanied her patiently, and when he saw something Yunxi liked, he had it wrapped up.
Coming out of the shop, Yunxi was in a very good mood, "Your Highness, I am so happy today."
The prince smiled and said, "As long as my wife is happy, we can go out every day."
The days passed one by one, and Yunxi's later life was peaceful and happy.
One day, Yunxi was reading a book in her room. The sunlight shone on her through the window lattice, making her face look particularly soft.
Cui Er came in hurriedly, "Madam, there is a girl outside, who is said to be the daughter of your old friend."
Yunxi put down the book, a hint of curiosity flashed in her eyes, "Please come in."
After a while, a young girl walked in with light steps.
The girl has delicate features and her eyes are full of cleverness.
When she saw Yunxi, she bowed respectfully and said crisply, "Madam Yunxi, I am Madam Liu's daughter. My mother asked me to come visit you."
Yunxi quickly stood up, a friendly smile on her face. She took the girl's hand and said, "So you are Madam Liu's daughter. Come and sit down."
The girl sat down as she was told, placed her hands politely on her knees, and began to speak, "My mother often mentioned you, saying that you were the person she admired most in her life."
Yunxi smiled, her eyes narrowed into slits, "Is your mother okay?"
The girl nodded, a smile on her face, "My mother is still in good health, but she always misses you.
He always tells me how kind you are and how thoughtful you are.”
Yunxi gently patted the girl's hand and said, "Your mother is also a kind-hearted person."
The girl continued, "My mother once said that if it weren't for your help, we wouldn't have known what would have happened to our family."
Yunxi waved her hand and said, "It's all in the past, not worth mentioning."
The two chatted back and forth, chatting about family matters. The girl talked about trivial matters at home, and Yunxi listened carefully, occasionally interjecting a few words.
Unconsciously, an hour had passed. The girl looked out the window, stood up and said goodbye, "Madam Yunxi, I've been bothering you for so long. I should go home now. I'll come see you another day."
Yunxi personally escorted her to the door and said, "Come often when you have time."
After seeing the girl off, Yunxi sat by the window again, his eyes a little blurry, recalling every detail of the past.
"Madam, it's time for lunch." Cui'er's voice sounded in her ears.
Yunxi came back to her senses and said, "Okay, let's go."
When Yunxi arrived at the dinner table, she took a few bites and lost her appetite.
After lunch, Yunxi felt a little sleepy, so she lay down on the bed for a nap.
In her dream, she seemed to have returned to her youth, to the moment when she first met the prince...