Da Shui Village, the Old Yun Family.
"San Man, hurry into the house and have some water. Don't keep working!" Madam Gu called out to Yun San Man from the doorway, holding a pot of tea.
He was getting married to Shangguan Fang Er in three days, so the family was busy from dawn till dusk...
The Yun family courtyard was where he, Fang Er, Xiao Jin Feng, and Huai Hua would hold their wedding ceremonies.
After the banquet, Xiao Jin Feng would take Huai Hua to the large mansion next door, while San Man would escort Fang Er to their wedding residence in the county town via a sedan chair...
"Mother, I'm not tired. Please go inside, it's hot out here!" Yun San Man hung a red silk ribbon near the well, clapped his hands, and walked over.
Madam Gu poured him a bowl of tea and asked with a smile, "Have all the invitations been sent out?"
"They've all been sent, Mother, no need to worry..." Yun San Man drank the bowl of water and went back outside to continue his work.
In the study of the East Wing.
"I heard that the shopkeeper Bu Yi from the capital is asking the little village girl for her brewing formula?" Xiao Jin Heng asked, narrowing his eyes.
Kong Xing Zhuo nodded thoughtfully, "Your subordinate has heard some rumors, but that brat was kicked out by Han Chi Er and Si Ya Ke Dun, and even beaten thirty times on the soles of his feet..."
Hmph, such an overconfident fool, daring to covet the little village girl's formula. He must be tired of living.
Xiao Jin Heng pondered for a moment, then slowly raised his head, "Commander Kong, I need you to do something for me!"
Good things should be shown to everyone to truly appreciate their value...
He knew the little village girl was skilled at brewing. The last time Uncle Yun and Fourth Man tasted her grape wine, they praised it to the skies.
Therefore, Xiao Jin Heng intended to do something for Xiao Xi Tian.
"Your Highness, what are your orders?" Kong Xing Zhuo asked.
Xiao Jin Heng stood up and looked out of the study. He saw Xiao Xi Tian, like a little adult, helping her third brother San Man with preparations, her tender little face covered in sweat...
Xiao Jin Heng couldn't help but smile and turned back to Kong Xing Zhuo, "Send someone to the capital to acquire a shop, specifically for selling the little village girl's wine. Let me know when it's done!"
Kong Xing Zhuo: "..."
Crown Prince, you are truly kind to Sweet Baby.
If you put this much patience into dealing with the Emperor, he wouldn't be so upset every day...
"Your subordinate, your subordinate understands!" Kong Xing Zhuo replied.
"And!" Xiao Jin Heng frowned, his face darkening, "What about your situation with Princess Han?"
Although Han Chi Er had no intention of invading the Central Plains at present, he was, after all, the leader of the barbarians. It was not appropriate for him to constantly stay at the Old Yun family's residence.
Moreover, the people of Liang Kingdom were weary of war, and their hatred and resentment towards the barbarians were deeply ingrained, making it difficult to change their minds...
If Han Chi Er and Si Ya Ke Dun's identities were exposed, the situation would be difficult to resolve.
"Your subordinate, your subordinate has no good solution..." Kong Xing Zhuo mumbled.
Xiao Jin Heng's expression turned stern upon hearing this, and he reprimanded angrily, "Commander Kong, I'm telling you, if you don't handle this matter properly, I will send you back to the palace and you will never be allowed to return to Da Shui Village!"
He wasn't trying to break up the couple, but rather to understand the priorities...
Kong Xing Zhuo silently lowered his head, feeling very conflicted.
If they could elope, it would be ideal, but he couldn't leave the Crown Prince. Otherwise, the Emperor would surely have him executed.
"Your subordinate will handle it properly..." Kong Xing Zhuo muttered.
Xiao Jin Heng said nothing more, walked out of the study, and went to help Xiao Xi Tian with her work.
Yun Family's Back Garden.
Han Chi Er and his wife called Han Chi Jiao over and told her to stand properly...
"Jiao Jiao, your mother said that after Yun family's third son gets married, she will take you back to the grassland!" Han Chi Er said, puffing on his pipe. "Right now, the northern frontier has lush grass, a clear blue sky, and even the air is very refreshing. You've been away from home for so long, it's time to go back and see."
To avoid his wife's furious outburst, Han Chi Er tried to soften his tone, hoping his daughter would obey and not go against her mother...
Seeing Han Chi Jiao's mouth pouting almost to the sky, Han Chi Er coughed lightly and continued to persuade her, "Your sister has already returned. You should be like her, stay honestly in Sui City, and give Abu and Mother some peace of mind, okay?"
"No!" Han Chi Jiao stomped her foot and snorted coldly, "Sister was sent back by that Monkey Gu. They are a loving couple and can live anywhere. But you insist on breaking me and Brother Kong apart. You, you are too wicked!"
Han Chi Er: "..."
Si Ya Ke Dun: "..."
This damned girl, has she forgotten her identity?
"Jiao Jiao, kneel!" Si Ya Ke Dun's anger flared, and she shouted, "I tried to reason with you, but you refused and insisted on eloping with that Central Plains man. You are truly disgracing us barbarian women..."
Han Chi Jiao's legs trembled, and she knelt on the ground unwillingly, muttering, "Then, then didn't Sister also fly wing to wing with that Monkey Gu? Why don't you scold her, Mother?"
Si Ya Ke Dun: "..."
This foolish girl, how could she scold Han Chi Yan now that she was in Da Shui Village?
She would deal with that brat when they returned to the grassland.
"There is no room for negotiation on this matter!" Si Ya Ke Dun frowned, glaring at Han Chi Jiao, "Go back to your room immediately. You are not allowed to go anywhere before San Man's wedding..."
With that, Si Ya Ke Dun called Ren Du La over and instructed, "Keep a close eye on her. If she dares to sneak out, tie her up with a rope!"
Han Chi Jiao: "..."
You are truly my mother, to tie your daughter with a rope. This is too barbaric.
"That, that Si Ya!" Han Chi Er tugged at Si Ya Ke Dun's arm and pleaded in a low voice, "Jiao Jiao is at an age where she likes to play. Don't restrict her so much. Can't you discuss things properly?"
"Shut up!" Si Ya Ke Dun roared furiously.
This shout was heard even by Xiao Xi Tian and Xiao Jin Heng, who were working in the front yard. The two little ones exchanged glances and came to watch the commotion...
They saw Si Ya Ke Dun stand up and look down at Han Chi Er, "You useless wretch, if you hadn't invaded Liang Kingdom, would Jiao Jiao have been captured? If she hadn't been captured, would Yan'er have gone to find her? Would she have fallen in love with that Marquis Gu? All of this is your fault. Do you have the right to speak? Hmm?"
Han Chi Er: "..."
The old woman has indeed reached menopause, why does she always retort?
Standing by the moon gate, Xiao Xi Tian and Xiao Jin Heng were equally surprised. It turned out that Mother Si Ya had such strong combat power.
The arrogant Han Chi Er was like a little lamb in front of her, not daring to even bleat...
Seeing this, Xiao Jin Heng's eyes flashed, and he suddenly had an idea!