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Chapter 454 Zhiyan's Sweet Story (Part 6)

After boarding the carriage, Lin Zhiyan placed the food on the table.

Seeing that Mu Tiantian was eating quickly, I quickly poured her a cup of tea and placed it beside her.

Gao Mengli and Lin Xi glanced at the two of them, then shrank back, covering their faces with their hands. "What are those two making?"

Gao Mengli glanced at her eldest son, who was looking at Mu Tiantian with a smile in his eyes and tenderness, and said with a look of regret, "I'm afraid he has always regarded Da Niu as his older brother and has not thought about it in that way!"

His eldest son is more well-behaved than his parents ever since he started school.

Moreover, not wanting any bad "rumors" to spread about Tian Tian and risk damaging her reputation, he has always referred to himself as Tian Tian's "brother".

This person likes to be open and generous.

This love, however, is very cautious.

After they finished speaking, they both looked down at their noses and seemed to wish they could just be background figures and minimize their presence.

The reason was that the two of them felt like a 3,000-watt light bulb, shining very brightly.

"Mother, Father, you're not leaving again this time, are you?!"

The two wanted to be background figures, but Zhiyan wouldn't allow it.

He was afraid he wouldn't be able to control himself, so he quickly pulled his parents aside to ease the awkward situation.

At the same time, they also asked what was on their minds.

"Oh, oh, I'm not leaving."

Zhiyan's eyes lit up instantly when he heard his mother's words.

Mu Tiantian also raised her head, her face full of joy, "Uncle Lin and Aunt Gao aren't leaving anymore, that's great! From now on, Brother Zhiyan will have someone to keep him company!"

Gao Mengli smiled and said, "Yes, I won't leave anymore. If Tian Tian wants, she can come to our house every day, and I'll have your Uncle Lin cook delicious food for her!"

Mu Tiantian's eyes immediately brightened, and she nodded vigorously, "Then I'll thank Uncle Lin in advance!"

Lin Xi chuckled softly, "You little rascal, you certainly don't know how to hold your tongue!"

Mu Tiantian stuck out her tongue, "That's right!"

"Hahahaha!"

The carriage was filled with laughter and cheerful conversation.

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After returning to Lingsi City for a month, Gao Mengli was summoned to the palace by Ayu every few days to keep her company.

Lin Xi then went to inspect his own restaurant and checked the accounts for a month.

That day, the two had just packed their belongings and were preparing to return to Pingyao.

Then Ah Li strode in, holding a letter sealed with wax. "Brother, sister-in-law, it's a letter from General Hongluan, sent back from the Chang'an Escort Agency in the capital!"

Gao Mengli quickly helped A Li, who had run in, and scolded her, "Slow down! You're pregnant, don't be so reckless!"

"Yes, I understand, sister-in-law!"

Just as A Li agreed, Meng Ze stepped across the threshold, lifting the hem of his robe.

She walked quickly, reaching out to steady Ah Li's arm as she entered the room, her brows furrowed slightly in a reproachful tone: "How many times have I told you, if there's anything to do in the manor, just let the servants run it. Why do you have to do it yourself? Be more careful."

Ah Li stuck out her tongue, handed the letter to Gao Mengli, and muttered softly, "This is a letter from General Hongluan. I'm in a hurry to deliver it to my elder brother and sister-in-law."

Mengze shook his head helplessly, gently placing his fingertips on her waist and moving her aside.

Gao Mengli opened the letter and quickly scanned it with Lin Xi; their eyes lit up instantly.

"It's good news!"

"Hongluan's letter says that His Highness the Crown Prince has pacified the Northern Pass and will soon be returning to the capital. His return date is in the next few days!"

Lin Xi smiled and said, "We've finally received good news. The chaos and turmoil in Beiguan over the past few years has finally come to an end."

We were supposed to go back to Pingyao, but it looks like we'll have to wait a few more days.

Ah Li leaned against Meng Ze's side, her hand gently resting on his lower abdomen. "This child is blessed; he was born into a time of peace!"

Gao Mengli smiled and patted A Li's hand, "That's right, this child was born into a peaceful era, and the future is full of good days."

Turning to Lin Xi, he said in a gentle tone, "There's no rush in Pingyao. We've already waited this long enough. Why don't we wait for the Crown Prince to return to court, and then we can gather for a few days before setting off?"

Lin Xi nodded in agreement, saying repeatedly, "I'll do whatever you say. If you want to wait, then stay a few more days."

Wherever his Mengli is, he will be there too; he will follow orders.

"Elder sister, brother-in-law, why don't we write a letter to Zhiyan and ask him to take leave and come to Ling'an City!"

As soon as Mengze finished speaking, Gao Mengli's eyes lit up, and she nodded repeatedly: "Your idea is good! Zhiyan and Xiaoxiao have always been very close, so we should tell him."

Lin Xi nodded, "Then I will have someone prepare pen and ink and write down everything about the Crown Prince's triumphant return. I will ask the escort agency to make a special trip back and send it over as soon as possible."

"Uncle Lin, Aunt Gao!"

Mu Tiantian carried a food box, followed by her maid Zhu'er. The two of them quickly entered the courtyard on the bluestone slabs.

The food box was carried high and swayed, clearly filled to the brim.

Gao Mengli greeted her with a smile and reached out to take the food box from her: "What delicious food did this girl bring this time?"

"These are freshly baked water chestnut cakes from a pastry shop in the city. I brought them over especially for you and Uncle Lin to try!"

After saying that, she quickly bowed to Mengze and Ali: "General Gan and General Lin, you're here too!"

Ah Li quickly reached out and took Mu Tiantian's arm, smiling and saying, "We're all family, no need to be so polite, please sit down!"

Mu Tiantian nodded and quickly pushed the food box to the middle.

Pearl stepped forward and quickly opened it.

The translucent, soft, and glutinous water chestnut cakes were arranged in a celadon dish, still emitting a faint steam.

Gao Mengli took a piece, took a bite, and said with satisfaction, "This tastes really good!"

Just as Mu Tiantian was about to speak, she noticed the suitcases and luggage in the room and asked with curiosity, "Aunt Gao, where are you going?"

Gao Mengli swallowed the water chestnut cake in her mouth, smiled and waved her hand: "I was thinking of going back to Pingyao to stay for a while, but now, I'm not leaving."

Lin Xi chimed in, her eyes crinkling with a smile: "I just received a letter from Hong Luan. The Crown Prince has pacified the Northern Pass and is about to return to the capital. So, we'll leave Ling Sicheng here to wait until this gathering is over before setting off."

"Wha...what? The Crown Prince is coming back?"

Mu Tiantian suddenly stood up, her voice filled with unexpected surprise, "I didn't receive the message, I was afraid they're still on their way!"

"Then I shall take my leave now, lest a letter arrive at your residence and I am not there!"

As soon as Mu Tiantian finished speaking, she grabbed her skirt and ran outside.

Pearl followed quickly behind, carrying the empty food box, her steps light and brisk.

Gao Mengli and Lin Xi exchanged a glance, then shook their heads with a chuckle.

This girl is really energetic!

Mu Tiantian hurried back to the Mu residence, and as soon as she entered, she asked anxiously, "Is there any letter from the capital? Or any message from the escort agency?"

The servants were taken aback, then shook their heads in unison: "Miss, no letters or messages have been sent today."

Mu Tiantian's joy faded somewhat, but she still held onto hope.

He had Zhu'er set out the tea in the front hall, then sat on the soft couch by the window, his eyes fixed on the direction of the mansion gate.

As they waited and waited, the sun gradually began to set in the west, casting long shadows under the eaves.

Not to mention letters from the capital, we haven't even seen a single messenger.