Chapter 285 - 285: Returning to the General’s Mansion

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

The sound by her ear made Jiang Peihuan’s heart tremble slightly.

A moment later, she spoke softly, “Xiao Nanye, in this life, as long as you don’t betray me, I will always stand by your side.”

Even though her words sounded rigid, upon hearing them, Xiao Nanye’s eyes revealed a hint of a smile.

He didn’t know what Jiang Peihuan was thinking, but he understood that she wasn’t weak like ordinary women. She was strong and determined.

Just having Jiang Peihuan’s promise made him feel incredibly contented.

Turning his head to look at her, Xiao Nanye whispered, “1 swear to the heavens, if I, Xiao Nanye, dare to betray Jiang Peihuan, I will surely…”

“Don’t say it.”

Before he could finish, Jiang Peihuan covered his mouth with her hand.

Their eyes met. The intensity in the man’s eyes seemed to burn Jiang Peihuan, causing her to instinctively release her grip.

However, he caught her hand.

Holding onto Jiang Peihuan’s hand, Xiao Nanye leaned down and kissed her lips.

The temperature between the bed curtains rose instantly.

When he let go of the curtains, Xiao Nanye used a palm technique to extinguish the candlelight.

The next day, when Jiang Peihuan opened her eyes, the sky outside was already bright.

By her side, Xiao Nanye had already gotten up.

As Jiang Peihuan was about to rise, she heard a knock on the door, “Your Highness, are you awake?”

“Come in.”

The person standing outside was Yue Er.

Walking into the room, Yue Er placed a basin of hot water on a nearby stand before approaching Jiang Peihuan to help her dress.

With Yue er’s assistance, Jiang Peihuan changed into a moon-white robe.

Jiang Peihuan didn’t prefer overly bright colors. However, since she had just married Xiao Nanye, she couldn’t dress too simply, so she chose this robe. “Why didn’t you wake me up?”

While washing up, Jiang Peihuan asked Yue Er.

Usually, by this time, she would have finished her training. If this continued, it wouldn’t do.

Taking the towel from Jiang Peihuan, Yue Er chuckled softly, “1 initially intended to wake you up, but His Highness King Cheng said to let you rest a bit longer.”

Hearing this, Jiang Peihuan didn’t comment further.

Yue Er stepped forward to do Jiang Peihuan’s makeup.

Looking at the reflection, Yue Er said with a smile, “My Queen, the King mentioned we’re going to the general’s mansion today. How about styling your hair into a mountain bun?”

Usually, Jiang Peihuan simply tied her long hair at the back.

However, things were different now. Hearing Yue Er’s suggestion, she nodded, “Do as you see fit.”

With Jiang Peihuan’s consent, Yue Er not only neatly styled her hair but also applied some makeup.

Jiang Peihuan, who usually avoided makeup, was naturally beautiful.

Now, with a slight touch-up, her beauty made Yue Er stunned.

After a long while, Yue Er looked at Jiang Peihuan’s reflection and said, “My Queen, you look truly beautiful this way.”

Jiang Peihuan had always known she was attractive, but looking at the reflection now, she was slightly surprised. The person in the mirror was truly her.

Eyebrows and eyes were beautifully drawn, naturally carrying a hint of allure.

“Huan Er, you…”

Xiao Nanye strode into the room but was taken aback upon seeing the person before him.

When Yue Er saw Xiao Nanye come in, she greeted him and promptly left the room.

Thus, only Xiao Nanye and Jiang Peihuan remained in the room.

Xiao Nanye approached Jiang Peihuan, his eyes filled with amazement, “Huan Er, you look breathtakingly beautiful.”

“Didn’t you say we were going back to the general’s mansion? Are we going now, or after breakfast?”

“We’ll leave immediately and have breakfast at the general’s mansion.”

Jiang Peihuan didn’t object to Xiao Nanye’s decision and simply nodded in agreement.

Soon, the two of them got into the carriage.

The previous night, Xiao Nanye had sent Han Feng to deliver a message. So, when Jiang Peihuan and Xiao Nanye stepped off the carriage, she saw the entire Jiang family waiting at the entrance.

Besides the Old Madame Jiang, both Jiang Hong and Xue Yan stood there.

Jiang Peihuan hurriedly approached to pay her respects, “Father, Mother.”

Xue Yan took a moment to examine her daughter. Seeing the softer Jiang Peihuan compared to her usual self, Xue Yan’s eyes beamed with joy. “Let’s go. Your grandmother is waiting. Go greet her first.”

“Okay.”

Nodding, Jiang Peihuan and Xue Yan headed to the Chrysanthemum Hall.

Meanwhile, Xiao Nanye was surrounded by Jiang Hong and Jiang Changbai.

The group cheerfully proceeded towards the Chrysanthemum Hall.

Although Old Madam Jiang sat on a grand chair, her gaze remained fixed outside. Not hearing any familiar voices, a hint of anxiety appeared in her eyes, “Haven’t they arrived yet?”

“Old Madam, be at ease. Didn’t the Cheng mansion send someone yesterday saying the eldest miss would return today?”

“Grandmother?”

“Huan Er, it’s Huan Er.”

Hearing Jiang Peihuan’s voice, the Old Madam Jiang rose from her chair, so abruptly that Nanny Xu had to support her.

“Grandmother.”

Upon entering the main hall, Jiang Peihuan saw Old Madam Jiang approaching and promptly went to greet her. However, before she could kneel, the old madam held her hand, “It’s good that you’re back.”

Her eyes brimmed with excitement.

“Grandmother, with eldest sister back, do my second sister and 1 lose our appeal?”

Jiang Sijin, who was beside Xue Yan, said with a laugh.

Following her, Jiang Ruyun chimed in, “Yes, now that you have elder sister, you don’t cherish us anymore.”

“You two naughty monkeys,” the Old Madam chided with a smile.

After pulling Jiang Peihuan to sit down beside her, Old Madam Jiang turned to look at Xiao Nanye. “Your Highness, please dine with us before heading back.” “Grandmother, Huan Er and I haven’t had breakfast yet. We purposely saved our appetites for here. This time, returning with Huan Er, I’d like to stay at the general’s mansion for a few days. 1 hope you won’t find us bothersome.”

“Stay for a few days? That’s wonderful. How could I find it bothersome? I’d wish you both could stay longer.”

“Yu Zhen, hurry, prepare breakfast for His Highness and the eldest miss.”

Jiang Peihuan and Xiao Nanye quickly sat down at the dining table under Old Madam Jiang’s arrangement.

The Jiang family had already had their breakfast but sat to keep them company.

“Old Madam, bad news…”

While Jiang Peihuan was talking to Old Madam Jiang, she heard a piercing sound coming from outside.

“What are you shouting about?”

“Yu Zhen, go see what’s happening.”

Hearing the commotion, Old Madam Jiang frowned and instructed Nanny Xu, who promptly went outside.