Read Novel Full Chapter 1695: Together
Chapter 1695: Chapter 1695: Together
Yuanyuan looked at the fireworks outside, they are really beautiful, even in the small town there are wealthy people.
On the morning of New Year’s Day. The outside is lively, but the two of them neither want to visit others nor have others visit them.
So the courtyard is quiet, and everyone is in their own rooms reading.
Even when someone knocked on the door, Tan Shaoting didn’t go to open it.
In the blink of an eye, spring has arrived, and the rented house’s lease has expired. Yuanyuan cheerfully packed her things, determined to visit the border this year, to see her father, so she can travel freely without worry.
Tan Shaoting looked at her and decided to follow her, not knowing why, just wanting to be with her, feeling relaxed and comfortable.
Yuanyuan ignored him, knowing that even if she tried to refuse, she couldn’t. The two might not say a word to each other in a day, except during meals when he is most enthusiastic.
There are always wild animals, and to make the roasted meat taste better, Yuanyuan probably went into town to buy a lot of spices.
Summer has arrived, and every day in the sun is quite uncomfortable; the border is not far anymore. Yuanyuan still decided to visit Su Wanshan first, guessing that he knows she left and hopes she’ll be at ease to go freely afterward.
Rest during the day and advance at night, arriving at the border in August.
Yuanyuan didn’t go to the General Mansion but directly went to the military camp, requesting to see Su Wanshan at the entrance.
Not everyone can see the General, so Yuanyuan patiently waited outside; this time, Tan Shaoting did not follow, considering if she should stay here to avoid seeing him.
Su Wanshan’s adjutant came out. He really hadn’t seen the young lady before.
"Who are you?"
"Su Family."
"Su Family?"
"Yes, please ask the General to come out and meet me."
The adjutant was a bit angered. Is this such a big deal? Not even saying the name? But claiming to be from the Su Family truly must warrant asking the General.
Now the border is peaceful, and Su Wanshan watches the soldiers drill daily.
On hearing the adjutant’s words, he felt puzzled but still came out.
Seeing his daughter standing outside, he hurriedly rushed over to greet her.
"Father, I am free now; I am your daughter."
"Yuanyuan, let’s go home."
Yuanyuan nodded with a smile "Let’s go back and see my younger siblings."
Su Wanshan was all smiles. Knowing his daughter left, he worried every day, but the Emperor said she wouldn’t need anyone following her, and now seeing her safe is only reassuring and joyful.
Father and daughter rode into town. The General Mansion here is still quite imposing.
"Yuanyuan, in the future, stay home; it’s peaceful here, you’ve stayed before; the customs are simple, and there aren’t many restrictions on women."
"Father, I’m here to see you; I want to travel throughout the country to see different customs."
Su Wanshan didn’t know what to say; his daughter endured hardships in the palace for ten years, wanting to see around is understandable, but it’s inconvenient for a woman alone outside.
Father and daughter talked as they entered the hall.
"Yuanyuan, I’ll have someone ready for your bath, it’s tiring after riding."
"Where are my siblings?"
Su Wanshan ordered a servant to call the young masters.
Young Shanshan is already an eight-year-old girl, and Chen is five.
Seeing the two children enter, Yuanyuan smiled.
"This is your elder sister."
Su Chen saluted respectfully, while Shanshan gazed at Yuanyuan, "Isn’t my elder sister in the Imperial Palace?"
Although she is eight, she knows a lot; her elder sister is the Empress, making her feel superior to others. Though her elder sister is now the Empress Dowager, her brother is the Emperor, even more prestigious.
Yuanyuan looked at this young girl, thinking this is normal, isn’t it? The education taught male superiority over females, strong feudal thinking.
An Emperor is viewed as an indelible deity. It’s the servility at work.
"This is your elder sister."
Shanshan saluted properly.
Yuanyuan didn’t say much. For her father to have more children again, she is delighted: Su Xing couldn’t accompany her, and she wouldn’t stay here even more so.
You could say she’s shirking responsibility, but being asked to remain here is definitely unwilling.
Su Wanshan was very happy today; he always loved his older daughter, who was truly raised pampered. Now she’s free, hopefully staying by his side.
Servants took Yuanyuan to wash up.
Fang Qiongyu heard her daughter say the elder sister returned and was stunned. Just found out the General brought home guests, knowing one was a man, thus didn’t show up, never expecting it was her?
Hurriedly sent servants to monitor, planning to greet soon.
Little Yuyang looked at her daughter, "Is it truly her?"
"Mother, the General said it’s her, surely not mistaken."
Yuanyuan bathed and changed into ordinary women’s attire, waiting for her hair to dry, and was called to dinner.
The General Mansion didn’t have many servants. But things were nicely arranged. The stepmother seemed okay.
Entering the front yard, she saw the woman with an older one beside her, with two children following.
Yuanyuan stopped them from kneeling.
"No need for this."
Fang Qiongyu knew although she’s not the Empress now; she’s still the Empress Dowager.
So both were quite apprehensive.
"Dinner is ready; please take your seat."
"Thank you for the trouble." What else can be said? Just couldn’t relax.
Su Wanshan also changed clothes to join. "Yuanyuan, see if there’s anything you like to eat?"
"Father, I’ll eat anything."
The whole family followed, and Shanshan seeing her elder sister back in female attire was full of envy.
Grandmother and mother already said, her siblings were so impressive, they would surely secure a good match for her. Naturally, she instinctively wanted to please Yuanyuan.
"Everyone sit. This way, I feel less comfortable."
Shanshan quickly stood beside Yuanyuan.
"All sit; there are no outsiders." Su Wanshan was exceptionally happy today. Never thought there would be another chance to dine with his daughter.
Tonight’s dinner was indeed extraordinarily lavish,
"Empress, I’m unsure of your tastes. If there’s something you don’t like, I’ll have it remade."
Yuanyuan shook her head, "It’s fine like this, no need for extravagance; it’s wasteful if not eaten."
Everyone was quite surprised. Didn’t expect her to say such things.
"Elder sister, this is the most lavish meal at home." Shanshan remarked.
Yuanyuan smiled and nodded "In the future, don’t trouble so much." She planned to stay a few days, and this luxury daily just wouldn’t feel right.
"Elder sister, are you staying home?"
"No, I’ll be here with Father for a few days before leaving."
"Elder sister, where are you going?"