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In the stillness of the night, silence enveloped everything.
After a heavy rain during the day, the ground remained damp, and the air was thick with the earthy scent of wet soil.
The evening breeze blew gently, carrying a hint of coolness.
Though it was summer, the temperature had noticeably dropped due to the earlier downpour.
The originally dark night was rendered even darker by the thick clouds that obscured the bright moon and stars, deepening the tranquility of the night.
At first glance, the pitch-black sky resembled a gaping maw of a sinister demon, truly terrifying!
Typically, in such weather, everyone would be at home, sound asleep, with only the night watchmen beating their drums and calling out warnings about fire hazards.
However, amidst this profound silence, a slender black figure suddenly appeared on the dark street, moving like a specter through the shadows. The figure slipped into a secluded alleyway, leaving Upper Capital Street behind and coming to a halt in a chaotic and dilapidated courtyard.
The courtyard was in ruins; the wooden door hung precariously from its hinges.
As the wind blew through, the rickety Carved Wooden Door creaked ominously, its sound echoing eerily in the quiet darkness of the night.
In such a remote place, even beggars would disdain to come here.
Yet tonight, someone had chosen to arrive at this forsaken spot.
Clad entirely in black with a dark cloak draped over her shoulders, her face was obscured by a hat that concealed her features from view.
However, her slender frame and height clearly indicated that she was a woman.
This woman appeared hesitant and uncertain, betraying signs of fear.
Holding a sandal in her hand, the woman hesitated at the entrance of the dilapidated yard for quite some time before finally mustering the courage to step inside.
She raised her head and cautiously surveyed the rundown yard. After a moment, she carefully asked, "Is anyone there?"
As her voice faded into the silence, no one responded. Only the Evening Breeze gently blew through, causing the treetops to sway and the weeds to dance in the wind. The crumbling Gatewood creaked intermittently, adding to the eerie atmosphere surrounding her.
The shadows cast on the ground resembled a Specter waving its claws.
Seeing this, the woman clearly became flustered. After swallowing hard, she turned to leave.
However, just then, a loud crash echoed from not far ahead, as if something had fallen.
The sharp sound rang out clearly in the stillness of the night.
Startled by the noise, the woman sprang back several steps as if propelled by springs.
Her Beautiful Eyes widened in fear and astonishment.
Just as she was about to turn and flee in panic, a cat's meow sounded ahead.
At that moment, a Black Wild Cat leaped into her line of sight.
Seeing this, she let out a sigh of relief and murmured while patting her chest, "You scared me! I thought it was something else..."
She paused for a moment before continuing to mumble, her tone now tinged with confusion and annoyance.
"Those people clearly said that I could find a killer here. Why is there no one?! Could it be that they were all lying to me?! Damn it..."
As she spoke, the woman's tone was filled with frustration, and she turned to leave. However, at that moment, a cold voice suddenly rang out from behind her.
"Are you looking for me?!"
"Ah—"
Startled by the sudden voice, the woman jumped in surprise.
As she turned around, she stumbled back several steps, nearly falling to the ground.
When she finally saw the man who had appeared behind her, her alluring eyes widened in shock, fear and trepidation flickering in their depths.
After all, this man, who resembled a specter, was tall and imposing like a mountain, yet he moved silently as if he were a ghost.
This only hinted at his hidden martial prowess.
Dressed in tight black clothing, his face was shrouded in shadows, making it difficult to discern his features.
However, the killing intent emanating from him was unmistakable—something only those who had engaged in years of slaughter possessed!
This made the woman even more fearful. Yet, remembering that she had come specifically to find this killer, her trembling body straightened slightly.
Biting her silver fang nervously, she cautiously spoke up.
"You are the killer?!"
"Whether I am a killer or not, didn't you have someone check before you came? Now tell me, who do you want dead? As long as you can pay the price, I can make it happen!"
The man spoke very directly, showing that this was not his first time doing such a thing.
Hearing his words, the woman felt that he exuded a gloomy aura, filled with a murderous intent, and his martial skills were undoubtedly impressive.
However, such an assassin was exactly what she needed.
Thinking that this man was the Cold Noodle Killer she had spent a considerable amount of silver to track down, she steadied her heart and said, "Alright, you say that as long as the price is right, you can kill for me. Here are ten thousand taels of silver. I want you to help me kill someone, and after the deed is done, I will give you another ten thousand taels."
After speaking, she pulled out a stack of banknotes from her bosom.
Each of these banknotes was worth one thousand taels.
Upon hearing her words, the man directly took the banknotes from her hand and coldly replied, "Good. Now tell me who you want me to kill!"
Seeing him so straightforward and decisive, a cruel smile crept onto the woman's lips as she coldly said, "The person I want you to kill is..."
...
"This is cherry blossom specially transported back from the Shu Kingdom. It is said that these cherry blossoms bloom all year round and never wilt. Moreover, they come in various colors—pink, lavender, white—and the most special ones have five petals where two or three are white while the others are pink. They are truly beautiful!"
Beside her, Xue Li happily spoke to Le Yao Yao, her eyes filled with envy.
Xue Ping nearby also looked excited and delighted.
It was clear that these two little girls were very fond of the cherry blossoms!
Le Yao Yao thought to herself as Beautiful Eyes gazed at the workers tirelessly planting cherry trees by the lake at Elegant Breeze Pavilion.
These cherry blossoms had been brought over at great expense by Leng Junyu from the Shu Kingdom.
Even in the palace, such beautiful cherry blossoms were rarely seen, right?
Although Le Yao Yao felt they were too precious, considering how rare and valuable these cherry blossoms were in this era, she had only casually mentioned her fondness for them a few days ago. To her surprise, Leng Junyu had quickly arranged for them to be transported all the way from the Shu Kingdom.
Seeing this, Le Yao Yao felt both delighted and concerned about how wasteful Leng Junyu was being.
After all, the manpower and resources spent just for her simple statement of liking them seemed excessive.
Yet Leng Junyu had merely smiled and said nonchalantly, “As long as you like them, spending any amount of money is worth it!”
Upon hearing this from Leng Junyu, Le Yao Yao felt a surge of happiness in her heart. So when the cherry blossoms arrived, she sat early in the courtyard, watching the workers plant them.
The cherry trees were planted by the lakeside, replacing the willows that had originally grown there.
Each cherry blossom was a different color—some were lavender, some pink, and others white—creating a stunning contrast against the shimmering surface of the lake.
A gentle breeze carried the sweet fragrance of the cherry blossoms, refreshing her spirit even more.
She imagined that when she married into this family, she would be able to sit under those cherry trees every day with her beloved man, enjoying the flowers and scenery while sharing their thoughts. Perhaps in seven months' time, their baby would be born.
Thinking of all this, Le Yao Yao felt enveloped by a profound sense of happiness.
A radiant smile slowly blossomed at the corners of her mouth, a dazzling expression of happiness.
That smile was so beautiful it seemed to outshine even the sun, captivating everyone who looked at her.
Seeing Le Yao Yao's face filled with such joyful delight, Xue Li and Xue Ping couldn't help but tease her.
"Look at you, so full of springtime cheer! It must be because our prince is treating you well!"
"Exactly! We've never seen the prince be so attentive to anyone before. You must be incredibly lucky!"
"We're all so envious of you..."
Xue Li and Xue Ping were just two young girls. Ever since they had spent time with Le Yao Yao and learned that she was about to become the mistress of the residence, they found her to be down-to-earth and cheerful, making it easy for them to bond.
As Xue Li and Xue Ping playfully bantered back and forth, Le Yao Yao felt a blush creeping onto her cheeks. She playfully raised her small hand and lightly tapped Xue Li on the shoulder, feigning anger in a cute way.
"You two! How dare you laugh at me? Just wait until I teach you a lesson!"
"Oh dear! My lady, you're expecting a child now. You should be careful not to move around too much. You might catch a chill, and then the prince will surely skin us alive!"
Xue Li pretended to be frightened, causing Le Yao Yao to burst into laughter.
Her little face lit up with an incredibly bright smile, and with the recent nourishment from love, she had gained some weight.
Her skin glowed with a rosy hue, making her all the more enchanting.
That smile was like cherry blossoms blooming in their full glory—sweet beyond compare.
Xue Li and Xue Ping were left mesmerized by the sight.
However, at that moment, a low and magnetic voice rang out.
"What are you all talking about? It sounds so amusing; let this king hear it."
As the man's voice echoed, Xue Ping and Xue Li gradually woke up. After bowing respectfully to Leng Junyu, they discreetly withdrew.
Upon hearing that familiar voice, Le Yao Yao immediately turned around. When she saw the man standing behind her, her entire being lit up with joy, and she fluttered into his embrace like a butterfly, laughing happily.
"Yu, you're back!?"
"Yes."
"You must have had a tough time at court today! Come sit down and have a cup of tea."
As Le Yao Yao spoke, she quickly busied herself pouring tea for Leng Junyu.
Her flurry of activity resembled a happy young lady eagerly attending to her husband’s return.
Seeing this, Leng Junyu's gaze softened as he sat down on the stool. He then extended his arm, inviting Le Yao Yao to sit on his lap.
"Ah! Yu, there are so many people here! You need to loosen your grip!"
With a cup of fragrant tea filled to eight-tenths full in her hand, being held in such an intimate and ambiguous manner made Le Yao Yao feel quite fond of this position under normal circumstances.
After all, the man was tall and sturdy; sitting on his lap felt solid and comfortable.
Moreover, his broad chest provided an overwhelming sense of security. It felt as if he could support her against anything that might come crashing down.
And the delightful scent of ambergris emanating from him was so enchanting that it drew her in, making it hard to resist its allure.
However, they were still in the courtyard, and not far away, many workers were busy planting cherry blossom trees. It would be quite embarrassing if someone saw them.
Thinking of this, Le Yao Yao intended to push Leng Junyu away, but he was unwilling to let her go.
"If they want to watch, let them. I just like holding you!"
After saying this, the man buried his face deeply into Le Yao Yao's neck, inhaling her fragrance and murmuring, "You smell so good..."
"Uh..."
Hearing his hoarse voice made Le Yao Yao's cheeks flush with warmth.
Feeling the warm and moist breath from her neck sent tingles through her, causing her heart to skip a few beats.
Although she had already done many intimate things with this man and had seen every part of his body through her fingers, every time Leng Junyu got close to her, it always made her heart race and stirred something within her.
"Yu, don't do this. There are people here..."
Seeing that Leng Junyu stubbornly kept his face buried in her neck, Le Yao Yao felt that the workers nearby were looking over and couldn't help but feel anxious.
Her face was burning hot; even without a mirror, she knew it was as red as a monkey's bottom.
Leng Junyu knew that Le Yao Yao was shy and couldn't handle his teasing. However, he adored her flustered demeanor.
Especially when her delicate and charming face turned red, with skin that glowed with a rosy hue like a perfectly ripe red apple—extremely tempting!
Leng Junyu's eyes darkened, a fiery glint passing through them. Without a second thought, he bit down hard on Le Yao Yao's neck.
Caught off guard by Leng Junyu's sudden action, Le Yao Yao let out a startled yelp.
Her cry startled everyone who had been busy with their work, causing them to stop and stare wide-eyed in her direction.
At that moment, Le Yao Yao felt utterly humiliated, as if she had embarrassed herself in front of her grandmother.
Without thinking twice, she jumped up, covering her face, and fled as if her life depended on it.
Oh my! That damn man! She vowed never to pay him any attention again!
Feeling shy and annoyed, Le Yao Yao rushed out of the courtyard toward her room, ignoring Leng Junyu behind her.
All she wanted was to escape to a quiet place to gather herself. However, in her haste, she accidentally tripped over a nearby potted plant. Although she managed to steady herself at the last moment and avoid falling, the sharp pain in her toe made her features twist in discomfort as she gasped.
"Ouch! That hurts!"
Le Yao Yao exclaimed, and in an instant, a swift figure appeared beside her. With a strong arm, he scooped up the wobbling Le Yao Yao.
"What happened?! Where are you hurt? Is it serious?!"
His frantic voice was laced with deep concern as he bombarded her with questions.
But in her current state of pain, Le Yao Yao couldn't utter a word. Before she knew it, the man had whisked her away into the room like a whirlwind.
"Don't panic, I just bumped my foot," she reassured him.
Seeing Leng Junyu's alarmed expression, it was clear that his usual icy demeanor had vanished.
Even Eternal Ice can completely melt when it encounters the right person!
As Le Yao Yao thought this, Leng Junyu felt a slight sense of relief upon hearing that Le Yao Yao had only hurt her foot. However, the frown on his face never fully relaxed.
"You really are something. You have an injury, yet you still dare to run? What if you hurt the child?!"
"I-I’m already hurt! My foot is killing me, and you still scold me! It’s not like I wanted to run; it was because you were bullying me that I ran! Besides, now you only care about the child. Do you like the child more than me?!"
By the end of her outburst, Le Yao Yao felt a bit wronged, and her Small Mouth puffed up in displeasure.
Seeing this, Leng Junyu couldn't help but feel both amused and heartbroken.
Red Lips quickly pecked at Le Yao Yao's puffed-up Small Mouth, then said with a smile, "You really are just a child! Getting jealous like one!"
"I am not!"
In response to Leng Junyu's teasing demeanor, Le Yao Yao huffed in dissatisfaction.
However, Leng Junyu didn’t argue back; instead, he bent down slightly and reached out to personally remove Le Yao Yao's shoes and socks.
Feeling both shy and flattered by Leng Junyu's humble gesture, Le Yao Yao felt a bit embarrassed. After all, it was the scorching summer, and she had been wearing shoes all day. Although she didn’t have athlete's foot, she knew that a man as distinguished as Leng Junyu likely had a cleanliness obsession. So she instinctively shrank her injured foot back and said, "Maybe it’s better if someone else does it."
"What? Are you embarrassed?"
As for Le Yao Yao, Leng Junyu responded with a smile.
"Uh... that's not it, it's just..."
Le Yao Yao stammered, unsure of how to express herself. But Leng Junyu interrupted her, speaking firmly.
"You are my woman, my future princess, so only I can touch your feet!"
What domineering words!
Such arrogance! Yet, upon hearing this, Le Yao Yao's heart couldn't help but flutter.
It was as if a leaf had fallen into the calm lake of her heart, creating ripples that spread outwards.
Heh, why is it that she is increasingly drawn to this man before her?
Le Yao Yao thought to herself as Leng Junyu began to remove her shoes and socks.
Despite his tall and strong physique, his movements were gentle enough to wring water from them.
He carefully and tenderly took off Le Yao Yao's shoes and socks, treating them as if they were the most precious treasures in the world.
Seeing this, Le Yao Yao felt a warmth in her heart, her gaze slowly falling on the man kneeling before her on one knee.
She noticed the serious expression on his handsome face, his focus unwavering. His long and thick eyelashes were striking; it was the first time she had seen a man with such beautiful eyelashes, almost as if they had been enhanced.
The shadows cast by those eyelashes made his cold eyes even more deep-set and inscrutable...
Just as Le Yao Yao was captivated by the man's face, he suddenly furrowed his brow.
Le Yao Yao had initially focused on the man, gradually forgetting the pain in her foot. However, when she noticed his gaze directed downward, she instinctively looked to see what he was staring at. Upon seeing her injured foot, she couldn't help but gasp in shock.
Oh my!
Her body felt as fragile as tofu!
She had merely bumped into something earlier; although it was a bit forceful, it shouldn't have resulted in such an injury, right!?
Her toes were swollen and red, making anyone who looked at them wince in sympathy.
Earlier, she hadn’t felt much discomfort, but now, staring at the horrifying swelling on her foot, she couldn't tell if it was psychological, but it felt as if someone was stabbing her toes with a needle. The sharp pain rivaled that of Nanny Rong mercilessly pricking Ziwei with a needle!
Seeing this, Le Yao Yao felt a wave of fear wash over her. Her nose tinged with emotion, and her beautiful eyes instantly filled with tears.
Leng Junyu's heart ached at the sight. He quickly stood up and retrieved a delicate box of ointment from the drawer.
"Just bear with it for now. This Linglan Ointment is great for reducing swelling. Try to hold on," he said gently.
"Okay, just be gentle," Le Yao Yao replied, fighting back tears as she sniffled.
"Alright."
With that, Leng Junyu took the ointment and began to apply it to Le Yao Yao's foot with utmost tenderness.
His movements were incredibly gentle; Le Yao Yao felt as if a feather was lightly brushing against her swollen toes. Along with that sensation came a wave of coolness, as if ice cubes were enveloping her inflamed toes.
Before long, she felt the pain in her feet lessen significantly.
The tears that had been welling up in her eyes slowly retreated.
"How do you feel now?" Leng Junyu asked gently.
"It's much better, thank you, Yu," Le Yao Yao replied, her cheeks flushed with relief.
Hearing this, Leng Junyu finally relaxed. He stood up and sat beside Le Yao Yao, pulling her into his embrace.
Accustomed to being held by him, Le Yao Yao adjusted herself comfortably in his arms, lazily lying back on the bed with her head resting on his broad chest.
Leng Junyu thoroughly enjoyed the sight of Le Yao Yao's deep reliance on him.
He gently stroked her soft long hair and spoke softly, "From now on, don’t do anything that makes me worry. Do you know that when you get hurt, I wish those injuries were mine instead?"
"Yes, I understand, Yu. I'm sorry for making you worry," Le Yao Yao said, recalling how panicked Leng Junyu had looked earlier. A sweet feeling filled her heart, but she couldn't help feeling a bit guilty.
After all, this man truly loved her. If she didn’t take good care of herself, it would surely cause him concern.
Thus, Le Yao Yao silently warned herself to always protect herself from now on. After all, she was no longer alone in this world.
Thinking back to when she first arrived in this dynasty, everything felt so unfamiliar. She knew nothing about this era; everyone around her seemed like strangers. Here, she had no family or friends and felt incredibly lonely.
But now, everything was different.
Soon, she would be getting married, starting her own family, with a loving husband by her side. Before long, a little baby would arrive in this world.
From then on, they would form a happy family and live joyfully together.
The more she thought about it, Le Yao Yao's mind began to paint a beautiful picture.
In that picture, it was a sunny afternoon beneath the vibrant cherry blossom trees. The three of them sat together under the blossoms, enjoying the flowers, the fish, and the scenery. In the middle of them was a lovely child with a rosy face, smiling like an angel…
As she imagined this, Le Yao Yao's hand unconsciously moved to her slightly protruding belly.
Not long ago, her stomach had been flat, but recently—she wasn't sure if it was because she had eaten too much or for some other reason—her belly had begun to round out.
Though it wasn't very obvious yet, Le Yao Yao could already feel that the baby inside her was starting to grow.
She wished for the little one to come out soon. No matter if it was a boy or a girl, she would love them just the same because this child belonged to both her and Leng Junyu.
As these thoughts crossed her mind, Le Yao Yao was unaware of the maternal glow radiating from her, how enchanting it truly was.
And her smile—how beautiful it appeared.
In an instant, Leng Junyu was left speechless.
He watched as the woman in his arms gently caressed her belly. The gesture was so graceful and lovely.
Her stunning face lit up with a radiant smile, her eyes shimmering with warmth—a smile that only a mother could possess, filled with love.
Seeing this woman who was nurturing their child stirred deep emotions within Leng Junyu's heart.
Because he had never received the love of his biological mother since childhood, Leng Junyu once hoped that if he had his own child, he would shower them with affection, perhaps as a way to compensate for what he lacked in his early years.
Now, looking at the motherly glow on the face of the woman in his arms, Leng Junyu was certain that their child would be very happy in the future.
Because he had parents who loved him.
Thinking of this, Leng Junyu gently placed his large hand over Le Yao Yao's delicate one.
Upon feeling his touch, Le Yao Yao couldn't help but look up slightly.
In that moment, their eyes met, both filled with an unshakeable love for each other.
There was love for one another and also love for their child.
"Yu, do you think the baby will be a boy or a girl?"
They gazed at each other for a long time before Le Yao Yao finally spoke up.
Hearing her question, Leng Junyu's lips curled into a slight smile as he replied, "Although I don't know whether you're carrying a boy or a girl, no matter what, I will love them."
"Hehe..."
Upon hearing Leng Junyu's words, Le Yao Yao felt a sense of relief.
After all, she didn't mind whether it was a boy or a girl; it was all part of her. No matter what, she would love them and didn't hold any outdated views favoring one gender over the other.
Moreover, she was the only daughter in her family. Hadn't her parents spoiled her just the same?
However, at first, she was worried that Leng Junyu might have some traditional views favoring boys over girls. After all, in this conservative dynasty, men were esteemed while women were looked down upon, and the hierarchy was clearly defined. Leng Junyu was a prince of the Celestial Yuan Dynasty, so if he held such views, it wouldn't be surprising at all.
But now it was different; since he had personally stated that he would love their child regardless of whether it was a boy or a girl, she felt relieved and no longer pressured to insist on the gender of their unborn child.
Thinking of this, Le Yao Yao smiled lightly, her beautiful eyes sparkling as she turned to Leng Junyu and said, "Yun, why don't we come up with a name for the baby now? Our child doesn't have a name yet!"
Although the baby wouldn't be born for several more months, Le Yao Yao wanted to think of a name early on.
Upon hearing this, Leng Junyu rubbed his smooth chin thoughtfully. Le Yao Yao didn't rush him; she patiently waited for his answer.
After a moment, it seemed like Leng Junyu had thought of something. He smiled and said, "If it's a girl, let's call her Pride of Snow!"
"Pride of Snow?!"
Le Yao Yao was slightly taken aback by his suggestion. She gazed at Leng Junyu and then seemed to understand something. "I get the meaning of this name now. Pride of Snow describes someone who is unafraid of frost and snow, who thrives even in harsh conditions! Hehe, that's a wonderful name!"
"Indeed," Leng Junyu replied. "To be our daughter, she must be resilient and not show weakness in the face of adversity."
Hearing his words, Le Yao Yao smiled again and asked, "What about if it's a boy? What do you plan to name him?"
"If it's a boy, let's call him Yi Xuan! Yi means beautiful, and Xuan signifies elegance."
Leng Junyu explained, and upon hearing this, Le Yao Yao couldn't help but lower her head, her eyes downcast as she murmured.
“Yi Xuan, Yi Xuan, Leng Yixuan. Hehe, what a lovely name!”
After saying this with a smile, Le Yao Yao gently placed a hand on her belly, her face beaming with joy.
“Baby, did you hear that? Your father has already given you a name! Are you Little Aoxue or Yi Xuan? Hehe, I can't wait for you to be born so I can hold you tightly.”
“Hehe, and you want to hold a child so quickly before marrying me?”
In response to Le Yao Yao's words, Leng Junyu teased her.
Seeing his playful demeanor, Le Yao Yao's cheeks flushed red. With a playful glare at him and a proud smile on her lips, she said,
“Of course! I want my Little Baby to come out soon, and then you won't be able to bully me anymore. If you do, I'll have Little Baby help me take revenge!”
“Oh? You've found your helper so quickly? When have I ever bullied you?”
As he spoke, Leng Junyu deliberately narrowed his cold eyes, leaning closer to Le Yao Yao's face.
Upon seeing this, Le Yao Yao's face turned even redder. She hurriedly raised her hand to stop him from getting too close and playfully scolded,
“Are you trying to bully me again?!”
“Hehe, so kissing is bullying you? Then I'll bully you for a lifetime!”
With that, his lips found hers in a precise kiss. As she gasped in surprise, his skilled tongue pried open her soft lips, plunging deep inside and exploring her mouth. It danced around with fervor before entwining with her delicate tongue, savoring the sweetness as if conquering new territory…
The kiss lasted for a long time.
Until Le Yao Yao was kissed into a daze, her mind blank and her body nearly melting into a pool of spring water, the man slowly pulled away from her red lips. Then, his full forehead gently rested against hers, their breaths mingling in the air.
This feeling was so subtle, it felt as if they were submerged in a whirlpool of happiness. In their eyes, there was only each other, a glance stretching across eternity.
"My brother has already chosen a wedding date for us. It is set for the first day of next month. Today, the Emperor of the Great Xia also sent someone to confirm our marriage. Perhaps Junxi has already mentioned our situation to his father, the Empress Mother," Leng Junyu said after a moment.
Upon hearing this, Le Yao Yao's delicate face momentarily froze in surprise, but then her red lips curved into a bright smile as she nodded happily.
"Yes."
They were finally going to get married.
The first day of next month was only half a month away!
Although the time felt rushed, Le Yao Yao understood that Leng Junyu was eager because of her condition and did not want others to know about her pregnancy, which could lead to unnecessary troubles.
Thinking of this warmed Le Yao Yao's heart. However, she suddenly seemed to remember something, and her smile faltered as she said, "Then, doesn't that mean I will be returning to Great Xia soon?"
In just half a month, the wedding felt a bit hurried.
As Princess Lu Lu of Great Xia, all wedding arrangements had to follow the customs of Great Xia.
Moreover, before getting married, she had to return to Great Xia.
Even though it had only been half a month since she parted with Leng Junyu, Le Yao Yao felt an overwhelming sense of reluctance.
After all, since they met, they had never been apart for such a long time!
They say that one day apart feels like three years, so what about half a month? How many autumns would that be?
Thinking of this, Le Yao Yao's initial happiness was completely replaced by a sense of reluctance.
At this moment, she truly did not want to part with this man. Even though they had only been apart for one morning, she missed him terribly!
Le Yao Yao couldn't imagine how she would get through the next half month.
With these thoughts in mind, Le Yao Yao felt a bit downcast.
Seeing this, Leng Junyu understood exactly what was on Le Yao Yao's mind.
In truth, he felt the same way.
However, these were necessary measures.
Their wedding involved two nations, and their statuses demanded that it be grand and conducted according to tradition.
With this in mind, Leng Junyu spoke up.
"It's only half a month. You just need to obediently wait for me. In half a month, I will come to marry you. I will bring you back with great fanfare as my princess!"
Leng Junyu said this with deep affection, each word so firm that it etched itself into Le Yao Yao's heart.
Looking at the man's serious and focused expression, Le Yao Yao still felt a bit reluctant, but in the end, she nodded and smiled.
"Okay, I'll wait for you. You must remember to come and marry me!"
"Haha, of course! What's wrong? Do you want to marry me that badly? Afraid I might not want you anymore?!"
Upon hearing Le Yao Yao's words, Leng Junyu narrowed his eyes slightly, a hint of amusement dancing in his gaze.
Le Yao Yao felt her cheeks flush at his teasing. Although he had hit the nail on the head, she feigned indifference and replied, "Hmph! Who's afraid?! It's not like I don't have anyone who wants me. Just look at me—I've got the looks and the figure. Besides, marrying me is such a great deal; it's like getting more for less! Everyone would be fighting over me!"
As she finished her statement, Le Yao Yao raised an eyebrow, her expression brimming with pride.
Leng Junyu couldn't help but chuckle at her confidence.
"You really are something special, girl. How can you say such strange things? Buying more for less? That would be my child we're talking about! Do you dare?!"
At the end of his sentence, Leng Junyu deliberately squinted his cold eyes, putting on a mischievous expression. But Le Yao Yao wasn't intimidated; instead, she playfully puffed out her still-flat stomach and said proudly, "Hmph! Do you think I wouldn't dare?!"
"Alright then, just wait and see how I 'bully' you!"
"Ah, stop it! Don't..."
Eventually, the playful banter in the room quieted down, replaced by a few breathless gasps that made one's cheeks flush.
Outside, the sun was setting slowly as night began to descend. The bright crescent moon hung high in the vast sky, accompanied by countless twinkling stars that seemed to giggle behind their hands...
Three days later, under the arrangements of Leng Junyu and surrounded by a large group of guards, Le Yao Yao slowly set off towards Great Xia.
If one were to travel from Capital City to Great Xia on horseback, it would take four days and three nights at a fast pace. However, given the speed of Le Yao Yao's carriage, it would take at least ten days.
After all, Le Yao Yao was currently pregnant, so the carriage speed could not be too fast.
Originally, Leng Junyu planned to escort Le Yao Yao to the border of Great Xia and Heavenly Origin. However, Le Yao Yao refused.
She understood that Leng Junyu was a busy man, often occupied with court matters until the late hours of the night. Now, he also had to handle their wedding arrangements in such a hurried timeframe.
Le Yao Yao was worried that Leng Junyu would wear himself out. So on the day they parted, she acted like an old woman, constantly nagging him to take care of himself until she had repeated her concerns for over an hour before reluctantly leaving.
As the carriage slowly moved forward, Le Yao Yao couldn't help but lean out of the window and tearfully say to Leng Junyu, "You must remember to come marry me in half a month. I will wait for you!"
"I will definitely come. Wait for me!"
In response to Le Yao Yao's reluctance, Leng Junyu's expression mirrored hers.
His words were firm and filled with promise.
In this lifetime, he would only marry her and would never go back on his word!
Just as Leng Junyu was resolutely thinking this in his heart, he failed to notice a woman standing in the shadows not far from them.
This woman was hidden in the darkness, her eyes slightly narrowed, glinting with a cold and sinister light.
The smirk at the corner of her mouth made her appear truly menacing.
"Ha ha, you want to marry Cousin Yu?! Go to hell!"
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