The Pretty Wife of General Jinxiu Huanian

Chapter 157 Glad

On this day, the bright sunlight shone straight through the window lattice and poured into the courtyard of the marquis's mansion.

Yunxi was sitting by the window, needle and thread in her hands, concentrating on mending a piece of clothing for the prince.

The girl Yunxi was born with delicate features and a pair of eyes that showed cleverness.

Her slender fingers skillfully threaded the needle while she hummed an unknown tune.

Suddenly, there was a loud noise outside. Yunxi frowned slightly, stopped what he was doing, put his things aside, stood up and walked out.

When we arrived at the front yard of the Marquis's mansion, we saw that the prince was talking and laughing with a group of soldiers.

The prince was wearing a black brocade robe today. The material of the robe looked high-quality, and the golden belt around his waist was shining.

The prince stood straight, and his appearance was like a tall green pine tree. He was so heroic that people couldn't take their eyes off him.

There was a big smile on his face, full of confidence, which showed the heroism and composure after returning victoriously from a battle.

Yunxi didn't say anything, just stood quietly by the side, watching the prince interact with the soldiers without blinking.

At this time, a bearded general shouted at the top of his voice: "This great victory is entirely due to the wise command of the prince!"

The prince smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Don't say that. This was earned by the bravery of the soldiers. I just did what I had to do and contributed a little."

The prince waved his hand and said, "This is all thanks to the bravery of the soldiers. I am only doing my humble part."

At this time, the prince's gaze swept towards Yunxi, a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes, and he waved to Yunxi.

Yunxi walked over with a graceful and elegant step. When the soldiers saw her, they saluted her with respect on their faces.

"Madam," the prince said softly, his voice full of intimacy.

Yunxi smiled and nodded, "Your Highness, you have worked hard." Her eyes were sparkling with concern.

The prince laughed heartily and waved his hand, "It's not hard at all to serve the country."

As he was speaking, a servant came running over, panting so hard that he almost fell to the ground. "Your Highness, someone is coming from the palace."

The prince frowned slightly, his eyebrows twisted into a knot, "Please come in quickly."

After a while, a eunuch came in, his back bent like a shrimp, and said in a shrill voice: "Your Highness, the Emperor invites you."

The prince bowed and said, "Please forgive me for making this trip."

Yunxi hurriedly said, "Your Highness, please go quickly and don't keep the Emperor waiting."

The prince nodded, his gaze lingered on Yunxi for a moment, then he turned around and followed his father-in-law out of the Marquis' Mansion.

Yunxi just stood there, watching the prince's departing back without blinking, until the figure disappeared, she sighed softly, her heart filled with relief.

She knew that the prince cared about the world and that it was his wish to fight for the country. She only hoped that the prince would return safely every time.

In the afternoon, Yunxi took a walk in the garden. The flowers in the garden were in full bloom, colorful and beautiful.

Yunxi was wearing a light blue dress, the corners of which swayed gently with her steps.

"Madam, look how beautiful the flowers are." Xiao Cui followed beside her, her eyes wide open.

Yunxi smiled and reached out to gently stroke a beautiful flower. "Yes, this mansion is getting better and better now."

Yunxi walked slowly, the sunlight shone on her, making her face look even softer.

As she walked, she admired the scenery in the garden and chatted with Xiao Cui from time to time.

"Ma'am, look at that pink one. It looks so much like your face, so rosy."

Xiao Cui smiled and joked.

Yunxi patted Xiaocui's arm gently and said, "You are the only one who talks sweetly."

As he walked, Yunxi heard a quarrel coming from not far away.

She walked towards the sound and saw two maids arguing.

A maid, with her hands on her hips and eyes wide open, shouted at the top of her voice, "I saw it first!"

Another maid also stiffened her neck, her face flushed red, and she stamped her feet and shouted, "It was obviously me who got it first!"

The posture was like two fighting cocks, neither willing to give in.

Yunxi walked forward, frowned slightly, and coughed lightly: "What are you arguing about?"

The two maids shuddered at the cough, quickly lowered their heads, saluted in a panic, and stammered, "Madam, we..."

Yunxi said with a serious expression, "If you have something to say, please talk nicely. Don't be so rude."

One of the maids raised her head timidly, glancing at the other from time to time, and muttered, "Madam, we both have our eyes on this beautiful piece of cloth, so we're fighting over it."

Another maid also echoed: "Yes, madam, it's all our fault for not having any rules."

Yunxi looked at the piece of cloth, shook her head and said, "It's just a piece of cloth, why is it like this?"

After saying that, she turned her head and looked at Xiao Cui beside her, "Xiao Cui, go to the warehouse and get some more cloth and give one to each of them."

When the two maids heard this, their faces instantly lit up with surprise and smiles. They quickly bowed and thanked her again: "Thank you, madam. Thank you, madam. You are so kind."

After handling the matter, Yunxi continued to stroll in the garden, her steps slow and her eyes casually scanning the surroundings.

As she walked, she saw a butterfly dancing among the flowers. The corners of her mouth curled up slightly, and she couldn't help but reach out to tease the butterfly.

As she was walking, she suddenly heard a bird singing. She looked up and saw several birds jumping happily on the branches.

Yunxi looked for a while and continued to pace slowly.

In the evening, the prince returned from the palace.

Yunxi heard the noise and hurried over to meet him. He saw that the prince was still in his court robes and had not had time to change out of them. His face was a little tired.

Yunxi asked with concern, "Your Majesty, why did the Emperor summon you?"

As the prince untied his belt, he said, "The emperor is very satisfied with this battle and has given me many rewards."

Yunxi smiled and nodded, saying, "This is a good thing."

The prince held Yunxi's hand, his eyes full of affection: "All this is thanks to your support behind the scenes."

At night, Yunxi and the prince lay in bed.

The prince looked sideways at Yunxi and said softly, "Madam, I'm sorry that you've suffered so much following me all these years."

Yunxi leaned in the prince's arms, "How can I say I suffer when I can be with you?"

A few days later, an uninvited guest came to the marquis's mansion.

On this day, the sun was shining brightly, but an unusual person came to the door of the marquis' mansion.

I saw this man waving a folding fan, dressed in gorgeous clothes, with a crystal clear jade pendant hanging around his waist, and his hair combed shiny.

There was a hint of arrogance between his eyebrows and his chin was held high, as if he looked down on everyone.

"Hurry up and inform the prince that I am here." The man shouted at the top of his voice. His voice was sharp and thin, which made people feel uncomfortable.

When the doorman saw this, he didn't dare to delay for a moment and ran to report it.

The prince and Yunxi were admiring the flowers in the backyard. Upon hearing the announcement, they hurried to the lobby.

When the prince saw this person, his expression changed slightly and his brows frowned unconsciously.

"It's you." The prince's tone was a little cold.

The man sneered, "What, you don't welcome me?" As he said that, he snapped the fan in his hand shut.

Yunxi asked curiously, "Your Majesty, what is this?"

The prince glanced at Yunxi and said, "This is the son of Minister Zhao. He is usually arrogant and domineering. I wonder why he is here today."

Young Master Zhao curled his lips and said sarcastically, "I heard that the prince had returned triumphantly, so I came to congratulate him."

The prince bowed and said indifferently, "Thank you for your concern, Young Master Zhao."

Mr. Zhao was not polite either. He swaggered around the lobby, looking around, touching this and that.

"This mansion is really magnificent now."

Yunxi smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Zhao, you are too kind."

Young Master Zhao suddenly stopped, turned around, and approached the prince. He lowered his voice and said, "Prince, I have a favor to ask of you."

The prince asked doubtfully, "What's the matter?"

Young Master Zhao leaned closer and whispered something. Upon hearing this, the prince's face darkened instantly, his eyes widened, and he shouted angrily, "This is absolutely unacceptable."

Young Master Zhao's expression also turned grim. "Your Majesty, you must think carefully about this."

"Hmph, Your Majesty, please don't refuse a toast. My Zhao family is a well-known family in the capital. I come here in person to ask you for help today. I am doing you a favor!"

As he spoke, he angrily swung his sleeves, and the jade pendant on his waist swayed a few times.

The prince remained unmoved, straightened his body, and looked at him firmly, "Mr. Zhao, everyone knows what your Zhao family does every day.

Let alone a few nice words, I cannot even say half a nice word."

Upon hearing this, Master Zhao was furious, "Your Highness, do you really think you are such an honest and upright person?

Everyone in this capital city knows that officials protect each other, so don't pretend to be so arrogant."

The prince shouted angrily, "How dare you! I am upright and honest, how can I tolerate your nonsense here?"

Young Master Zhao gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, Your Majesty, we'll see!"

After saying that, he rolled up his sleeves and left.

Yunxi asked, "Your Majesty, what exactly does he want?"

The prince said, "He wants me to say a few good words for his father in front of the emperor. Humph, his Zhao family is always domineering and arrogant, how can I agree to that?"

Yunxi said, "Your Highness is right. We cannot associate with such people."

A few days later, the Marquis' Mansion held a banquet.

The dignitaries in the capital came one after another.

The banquet was filled with singing and dancing, and was extremely lively. Yunxi, dressed in a light pink dress and wearing an exquisite pearl flower in her hair, had a proper smile on her face as she moved among the crowd, greeting the guests.

"Madam, you are getting younger and younger." said a lady.

Yunxi smiled and said, "You're too kind." Her smile was as bright and charming as a flower blooming in spring.

At this time, the prince walked onto the stage, wearing a dark brocade robe, a jade belt around his waist, with an upright posture and an imposing manner.

He said, "Thank you all for coming to the Marquis' Mansion today. Enjoy yourselves."

Everyone raised their glasses and the atmosphere was harmonious.

After the banquet, Yunxi and the prince stood at the door to see the guests off.

Watching the carriages leave one after another, Yunxi leaned on the prince's shoulder and said, "Prince, I hope that days like this can continue forever."

The prince said, "Yes, ma'am."

Yunxi looked at the prince, her heart filled with relief.