roccoschili Chapter 133 A Moment of Reunion, Teasing the Children
Chapter 133 A Moment of Reunion, Teasing the Children
A few days later, Emperor Xiao summoned all the civil and military officials in the magnificent palace to commend Jia Xiaoyan and Bai Jing.
Inside the main hall, the atmosphere was solemn yet warm. Emperor Xiao sat high on his dragon throne, his gaze sweeping over the assembled guests with a mixture of majesty and benevolence. Jia Xiaoyan and Bai Jing, dressed in neat court robes, stood tall and proud in the center of the hall.
"Jia Xiaoyan, Bai Jing, listen to my decree!" Emperor Xiao's voice was loud and clear, echoing throughout the hall.
The people immediately knelt down and responded in unison, "Your subjects respectfully await Your Majesty's decree."
"You two went to Xijing Kingdom this time and, with your extraordinary wisdom and courage, helped Xijing Kingdom resolve the crisis. You not only enhanced the prestige of our Nanzhao Kingdom, but also brought benefits to the people of the world."
Emperor Xiao's eyes were full of praise. "Jia Xiaoyan, your improvement of the Divine Machine Cannon has made the enemy army tremble with fear. I will remember this achievement."
Jia Xiaoyan bowed her head slightly and said respectfully, "Your Majesty flatters me. All of this is the result of Your Majesty's wise leadership and the concerted efforts of everyone. I dare not take credit for it."
"Haha, you don't need to be so modest." Emperor Xiao laughed. "Your actions in Xijing Kingdom have been heard by all the officials and generals. You deserve this praise."
After saying this, Emperor Xiao ordered his men to bring out the gold medal symbolizing honor and the generous rewards, which he bestowed upon Jia Xiaoyan and Bai Jing. "This gold medal is my reward for you two. I hope that you will continue to serve the Nanzhao Kingdom in the future, protect the safety of my people, and safeguard the well-being of my land."
The ministers in the hall cast envious and admiring glances, and many whispered their praises.
"Miss Jia is truly a remarkable woman, her achievements are admirable."
"Yes, having such talent is a blessing for our Nanzhao Kingdom."
Jia Xiaoyan and Bai Jing accepted the gold medal and the reward, and knelt down again to express their gratitude.
Time flies, and half a year has passed. Yan Dongdong and Jia Xiaoyan came to the Crown Prince's residence to visit the two little ones.
As soon as the two stepped into the gates of the Crown Prince's residence, they heard a burst of cheerful laughter.
Gu Liuli had already received the news and came out to greet them with a big smile.
"Xiaoyan, Dongdong, you've finally arrived! My children and I have been waiting for you!"
Jia Xiaoyan and Yan Dongdong quickly stepped forward and said with a smile.
"Oh! My darlings, it's been so long! Auntie has missed you all so much."
Then, the three of them went inside together and saw two little ones sitting on the carpet, babbling and playing with their toys.
When they saw guests come in, the two little ones opened their big, round eyes and looked around curiously.
"Xiao Yi, Xiao Yao Yao, come and see who's here," Gu Liuli said gently.
Xiao Yi and Xiao Yao Yao seemed to understand their mother's words, waving their little hands excitedly and making "ah ah" sounds.
Jia Xiaoyan and Yan Dongdong were amused by the cute appearance and quickly squatted down.
"Wow, these two little ones have grown quite a bit, they're getting cuter and cuter." Yan Dongdong said, gently pinching Xiao Yi's cheek.
Jia Xiaoyan then picked up a rattle drum and gently shook it in front of Xiao Yaoyao, making a crisp sound. Xiao Yaoyao's eyes lit up, and she reached out to grab it, muttering to herself, which made everyone laugh.
"They've been quite mischievous these past six months, but they've also become more and more sensible." Gu Liuli looked at the two children with eyes full of love.
Yan Dongdong said with a smile, "Sister Gu, it must be very hard for you to take care of two children all by yourself."
Gu Liuli shook her head and smiled, saying, "Although it's hard work, watching them grow up day by day makes me incredibly happy. Besides, with the help of the wet nurse and the servants in the mansion, it's all good."
The three sat together, playing with the children and chatting: "Xiaoyan, Dongdong, you both love children so much, why don't you hurry up and find someone to marry and have a child to play with yourselves?" Gu Liuli said, while playing with the two children separately.
"Dongdong, how are things going between you and Su Yichen, the Minister of Rites?" Gu Liuli asked.
Yan Dongdong's fair face suddenly turned as red as an apple, and Jia Xiaoyan looked at her with a smile.
"Dongdong, how are things going between you and Su Yichen, the Minister of Rites?" Gu Liuli changed the subject, looking at Yan Dongdong with a hint of curiosity and expectation in her eyes.
Yan Dongdong's fair face suddenly turned as red as an apple. She lowered her head, unconsciously clutching the hem of her clothes, and muttered softly, "Sister Gu, why did you suddenly ask this?" Her voice was so soft it was like a mosquito's hum, revealing a girl's shyness.
Looking at Yan Dongdong's adorable appearance, Jia Xiaoyan couldn't help but laugh out loud: "Dongdong, don't be shy, tell us quickly, Lord Su is such a handsome man, how far have things progressed between you two?" Jia Xiaoyan blinked, a mischievous smile on her face, and deliberately moved closer to Yan Dongdong, wanting to tease her to say a few more words.
Yan Dongdong raised her head slightly, secretly glanced at the two of them, then quickly lowered her head and whispered, "Actually... there's nothing special about it, we just occasionally have meals together and chat." Her voice was soft and sweet, and although she spoke lightly, the blush on her face betrayed her inner joy.
Gu Liuli gently patted Yan Dongdong's hand and said with a smile, "Dongdong, Su Yichen is a good person. If you like each other, get along well and don't miss out." Her tone was full of sincerity, like a caring older sister giving Yan Dongdong advice.
Jia Xiaoyan chimed in, "That's right, Dongdong, you'd better hurry up, or you'll regret it if someone else snatches Lord Su away." She said this half-jokingly, but her eyes were full of concern for her friend.
Upon hearing this, Yan Dongdong lightly punched Jia Xiaoyan: "Stop teasing me. What about you? When are you planning to settle your own marriage?" She cleverly steered the conversation towards Jia Xiaoyan, trying to divert everyone's attention.
Jia Xiaoyan paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "I'll focus on my career first. As for marriage, I'll leave it to fate." She looked carefree, but a hint of barely perceptible expectation flashed in her eyes.
The three chatted and laughed, their voices echoing in the room, creating a warm and pleasant atmosphere. The children played nearby, babbling and laughing, seemingly sharing in their joy.
When Yan Dongdong saw that the topic had shifted to Jia Xiaoyan, she became interested as well. She sat up straight, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Jia Xiaoyan, and said persistently, "Xiaoyan, don't try to fool us. It's true that you should prioritize your career, but you can't keep putting off your marriage. Haven't you met anyone who makes your heart flutter?"
Jia Xiaoyan smiled helplessly and gently tapped Yan Dongdong's forehead with her finger: "You haven't even sorted out your own affairs, yet you're worrying about me. Really, I'm so busy every day, I don't have time to think about these things."