The people of the northwest are open-minded and far less restrictive towards women than those in Shengjing City.

  Moreover, at a time when war is raging and bullets are flying everywhere, who still cares about the distinction between men and women?

  Cui Ying thought about what she had seen along the way, and as they got closer to the northwest, there were more young women on the streets of the towns they passed through.

  There were groups of young boys and girls walking together in a lively manner.

  There were also young and beautiful businesswomen shouting along the street.

  She thought for a moment, perhaps Yuan Wulang was adapting to local customs and it being an extraordinary time, he didn't hold himself to the outdated rules of Shengjing, so he sent a male guard to follow her and Yu Ge'er?

  But how many points of caution does she still have?

  Since the mustachioed man insisted on coming down to see the fire, cough cough, then she would let him have this glorious and earth-shaking task!

  Cui Ling stood up without hesitation and looked at the stains on her skirt hem.

  She smiled and held onto Xī Gē's small hand, saying, "This pot of beef needs to be cooked for a long time, it's still early, come on, let's go back inside and take a nap!"

  "Isn't this...not very good?"

  The fifth uncle was willing to get close to his aunt and didn't care about his image, so he knelt down on the ground.

  Auntie Wang is going to leave with just a flick of her sleeve, isn't that somewhat irresponsible?!

  Cui Ling didn't mind at all, she turned her head and smiled at the bearded man, saying, "In that case, I'll trouble you to keep an eye on the fire for me here. Master Lu should arrive soon, before he comes, just maintain the current flame size and it's fine."

  After finishing speaking, she pulled Xiao Ge's small hand and left happily.

  In the kitchen shrouded in smoke, the pungent smell of chili peppers still lingered.

  Yuan Wulang's heart was chilled to the bone.

  He knew Cui Ying was in a hurry to leave, partly because she wanted to avoid suspicion.

  To her, he was just a foreign man she had met for the first time, and no matter how urgent the order was, it always felt inconvenient.

  She is so knowledgeable about etiquette and self-cultivation, he should be very moved originally.

  After leaving Shengjing, his heart's only concern about her was that he feared she would betray him.

  Now it seems that once a prejudice is stored in one's mind, it's hard to look at others seriously and objectively again.

  Look at how selfishly, darkly, childishly and terribly he worries!

  It was precisely because of this that Yuan Wulang felt increasingly displeased in his heart.

  Apart from feeling that Choi Yeon's personality is really despicable, I also feel a little melancholy.

  She left without looking back, and the mustache she thought was so manly didn't even make her pause for a moment, did he not have any charm to her at all?

  The idea had barely flashed through Yuan Wulang's mind when he himself was startled.

  What on earth is he thinking now!

  Isn't he most afraid that Cui Ying will give him a green hat? But what he is now hoping for in his mind is actually her lack of determination.

  Even if the object of her elopement is him, is it still good for her to elope?

  If she really falls for him, he'll be a million times more heartbroken than he is now!

  Just as Yuan Wulang was anxiously and helplessly pounding himself, Shi Xiujian finally finished his busy work and followed the fragrance to the small kitchen.

  Shi Xiu Jian saw Yuan Wu Lang lying on the ground and going crazy. Extremely shocked.

  He thought something big had happened and hurried forward to help him up, "Fifth brother, what are you doing with a dirty face?"

  Yuan Wulang saw Shi Xiujian's gaunt face and thought that this guy had been clinging to his wife all the way, eating and drinking lavishly.

  According to Gege, Shi Xiaosi would hang around their horse carriage day and night, wanting to chat with them no matter what they were talking about.

  Even if he knew that the silly boy absolutely didn't have any bad thoughts in his heart, this was treatment that not even he had ever received before. He tried every means to stay here, but Cui Rong didn't give him a single chance.

  Shi Xiao Si this guy however...

  A strong sense of jealousy surged through Yuan Wulang's chest, like a turbulent river that would not subside.

  He suddenly thought of the story about Guozi Lane mentioned in his grandmother's letter, and his breath caught.

  Please, he just gave an order, if that guy has any difficulties, take a look at it, who made Shi Xiaosi run there every day whether there's something or not?

  Even if someone took advantage of it, they wouldn't even know.

  Without distinguishing right from wrong, and without even understanding what was happening, they beat up the fifth son of the Cui family.

  That's it. What made Yuan Wulang even angrier was Shi Xiaosi's pig brain!

  What makes him so confident that he firmly believes that the talented Miss Ziyue from the Song family is his "red makeup confidant"?

  What kind of family style is Yuan's!

  What kind of person is Yuan Wulang!

  Shi Xiao Si's disregard for their twenty-year brotherly bond and his misunderstanding of his character made him unbearable.

  New hatred adds to old grudges; when "enemies" meet, their eyes redden exceptionally.

  Yuan Wulang couldn't help but glare at Shi Xiujian with a stern and murderous gaze, "Say that again!"

  Shi Xiu Jing Zhang Er and Fang couldn't understand, "I asked Wu Biao Ge how he got so disheveled?"

  Yuan Wulang angrily shouted, "I'm covered in dust and dirt, all because of you, you little scoundrel!"

  "He shouted loudly, 'Don't think I don't know about the good deeds you've done in Shengjing City. You're not worthy of being called a good brother! How dare you suspect my character? You deserve to be beaten up!' "

  Shi Xiujian suddenly remembered that the thing Wu Muge was resentful about was actually that matter, and he immediately felt a bit embarrassed.

  He said with a smile, "Oh dear, a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding!"

  Actually, Sheh Sai-kei felt quite wronged.

  If he hadn't believed those unreliable rumors spread by Cui Jiu at the time, thinking that his idol Wuge had married a wife who wasn't to his liking, how would he have believed Song Ziyue's overt and covert hints?

  If he had known earlier, Yuan Wusuo was not only born beautiful, but also so interesting, he would not have been deceived.

  But isn't that matter already settled by Auntie's grandmother?

  Debauched and dissolute, the fifth young master of the Cui family became a skilled hunter, and this person who had beaten others half to death also became a hero who saved people.

  As for Song Ziyue, she also got what she wanted and entered the Cui family. She became a member of Cui Wugong's household.

  Everyone took what they needed, and a storm that was supposed to be big dissipated into nothingness.

  Everyone is delighted.

  Neither affected Brother Wu's reputation nor any unfavorable rumors about him.

  The whole thing, Yuan Wusuo was watching, even she didn't have a word of complaint, it's been so long, why is Wu still nagging?

  Shi Xiu thought so. Suddenly he felt his waist straighten up.

  He quickly discovered the meal left for himself and took it without hesitation, enjoying his lunch with great relish.

  Yuan Wusuo's craftsmanship goes without saying. Since he tasted the flavor of chili peppers, he fell in love with this fiery temptation.

  A meal eaten with natural relish and satisfaction.

  Just as he had just put down his bowl and chopsticks, he suddenly heard Yuan Wulang's muffled voice. "The supplies sent by the imperial court have been checked clearly, right?"

  Shi Xiu nodded slightly, "Mm-hmm, I've already clarified with the officer in charge of transporting grain and fodder to the front lines."

  Yuan Wulang raised an eyebrow, "In that case, you'll follow the logistics officer to the front lines immediately. It's so cold outside, with ice and snow everywhere. The sooner our soldiers can wear warm cotton-padded jackets and fur coats, the less they'll have to suffer from the cold."

  His voice was cold and disdainful, "Are you done eating? Hurry up and let's get going once you're done!"

  This guy is so annoying, he can't bear to look at him for another second.

  Shi Xiuren opened his mouth, but ultimately didn't say anything in rebuttal.

  This reason is impeccable.

  It's said that tonight is another extremely cold night, a rare occurrence in a hundred years. Although the soldiers have tents and charcoal, because they need to observe the movements of the Rouran at all times, the soldiers on watch are destined to spend another sleepless night in the cold winter.

  From Muzhou City to the front line, it will take about two or three hours to arrive.

  Shi Xiu will set off immediately and can feel that before nightfall, things will be delivered.

  This is not only his mission for this trip but also an immeasurable merit.

  It's just...

  "He asked, 'What about Wu Jie? Empress Jiang ordered her to come together with you, saying it was to boost the morale of the soldiers on the front lines!'"

  Yuan Wulang's eyebrows furrowed upon hearing this.

  The old lady mentioned this matter in her letter, and he was puzzled at the time.

  Jiang Huanghou's proposal was to warn the Yuan family?

  Do you still want to put Cui Ying in a dangerous situation?

  He was momentarily at a loss for what to do.

  It's just that, having received the emperor's order, Cui Ying has already come to the northwest after much difficulty. He can be considered to have fulfilled his imperial mission; whether or not he wants to personally experience the dangers of the battlefield is up to him to decide.

  Yuan Wulang thought for a moment, shook his head and said. "Your sister-in-law is a weak woman, the front line is still fighting, with knives and guns everywhere, and arrows flying around, it's too dangerous. The intention of Empress Jiang can also be conveyed by you."

  Shi Xiu thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.

  Although it's a pity that Cui Ying doesn't have delicious food for the time being, he yearns for the battlefield even more.

  He didn't realize at all that this task arrangement was Yuan Wulang's deepest dislike for him, but instead felt very grateful. "Fifth brother, you are really good to me! I will definitely not disappoint your trust and hand these things over to the soldiers personally!"

  Yuan Wulang thought for a moment and said, "Ah, wait a minute, your wife seems to have some more chili peppers to bring to the front line."

  He loudly called out several guards, "Those things, Lu Shifu must know how to use them. You few move the things up, and invite Lu Shifu to follow Shi Siye to the front line together."

  Shi Xiu led the order and strode out with a heroic air.

  Yuan Wulang finally revealed a triumphant smile on his face.

  Get this annoying guy who doesn't know his place out of here!

  Lu Shi Fu, who could help Cui Ying with things, was also taken away.

  Next time, if his wife wants to make something new and no one helps with the cooking, he can't resist her again, right?

  The scene of him chopping vegetables and her stir-frying, a perfectly harmonious and beautiful picture, involuntarily floated into his mind.

  Yuan Wulang thought, since he had missed the best opportunity for recognition, there was no need to rush now.

  Otherwise, it was obviously her fault first. I'm sure she would blame him for deceiving her with that kind of temperament.

  Rather than breaking the hard-won peace so quickly, it's better to just leave things as they are for now and wait until she acknowledges his character, then he can acknowledge her with a noble and handsome attitude, no mistake, he is her man.

  Maybe it will be better this way?!

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  That's all for today, I'm busy over the weekend, and will update twice on Monday!