Chapter 510

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

Yan Qianqian looked around and discovered that although the yard had been tidied up very neatly, it was actually somewhat empty.

Apart from some simple flowers and grass, there were not many other decorations or furnishings.

The steward seemed to have noticed Yan Qianqian's observation and hurriedly explained, "Miss, this old servant only received news from the General two days ago, learning that Miss you would be arriving soon."

"This General's Mansion has never had a mistress, and this old servant truly did not know how to arrange the yard to Miss's liking, so I did not dare to make changes on my own."

"But now that Miss has come, if you have any requests or wish to change anything, just tell this old servant, and I will immediately have people arrange it."

Yan Qianqian smiled and shook her head, saying, "Uncle Sun, no need to be anxious. Let's talk about these things later, after all, I'm not sure whether I will keep living in this General's Mansion."

Her meaning was very clear: anyway, she would leave sooner or later, so why bother putting effort into fussing over these things?

Upon hearing these words, the steward could not help but feel delighted in his heart.

He secretly thought to himself, the General and Miss are truly a match made in heaven! The General had waited so long and finally met someone he loved, which was truly a heartwarming thing.

The steward led the two into the bedroom, and the moment Yan Qianqian stepped into the room, she could not help but exclaim, "Wow, this room is so big! And so spacious!"

However, she soon noticed that although the room was empty, it was exceptionally clean and tidy. Apart from a large bed, a simple table, and four chairs, there were no other extra furnishings in the room, not even a dressing table.

Seeing this, the steward showed a bit of embarrassment on his face, but he still hurriedly explained, "Miss, you may stay in this room for now."

"The General said that this room will be your and the General's bridal chamber from now on! So, regarding furniture and such, you can decide entirely according to your own preferences."

"Buy whatever you like; if there is nothing satisfactory on the market, you can also have it specially made. When you have time tomorrow, you might as well take the yatou out for a stroll to see if there is anything to your liking."

Yan Qianqian smiled and nodded to show she understood, then said, "Alright, Uncle Sun, I understand."

Next, she curiously walked forward and gently stroked the bed, feeling the soft mattress, and could not help but sigh in her heart, "This bed is so soft; it looks carefully prepared."

Yan Qianqian lay down on the soft bed like a lazy little cat, as if her entire weight was absorbed by the bed.

She lay quietly, feeling the gentle support of the mattress on her body, and a comfortable feeling surged in her heart. A faint fragrance filled the air, a fresh and pleasant smell, without the slightest strangeness or pungency.

Uncle Sun stood beside her, watching Yan Qianqian lying contentedly on the bed, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a smile. He said softly, "Miss, I will go downstairs first; if you have anything, just instruct me."

Yan Qianqian slightly opened her eyes and softly answered "En," counting as a response. Seeing this, Uncle Sun slowly exited the room and gently closed the door behind him.

After Hongdou placed the items in her hand on the table, she walked to the bedside and softly said to Yan Qianqian, "Miss, you rest first; this servant will tidy up the things and then have someone bring you bath water." Yan Qianqian nodded and said, "Alright, you go."

After Hongdou left the room, Yan Qianqian closed her eyes again, letting herself completely immerse in this moment of tranquility.

These past days, although Hongdou had arranged everything in an orderly manner, the long journey still made Yan Qianqian feel somewhat exhausted. Her body seemed to be liberated at this moment, and all fatigue gradually dissipated.

Not long after, Yan Qianqian's breathing became steady and slow, and she entered the land of sweet dreams.

At this time, Hongdou was carefully walking into the room, afraid of waking the sleeping Yan Qianqian. She moved lightly and quietly, tidying up the things with gentle and quick movements, almost making no sound at all.

After finishing tidying up, Hongdou called several servants and instructed them to carry hot water.

It turned out that even before Yan Qianqian returned, the water had already been boiled, waiting only for her to rest before bathing. The servants quickly moved, carrying bucket after bucket of steaming hot water into the room.

Hongdou also specially asked the servants if there was a folding screen, and the servants found a large folding screen from the warehouse. Although this folding screen did not look particularly exquisite, its size was large enough to well protect Yan Qianqian's privacy.

Hongdou carefully placed the folding screen, ensuring it stood steadily by the bed, and then gently walked to the bedside, preparing to wake Yan Qianqian for her bath.

However, when she approached the bedside, she was surprised to discover that Yan Qianqian was already sleeping very soundly, her breathing steady and gentle, as if completely immersed in sweet dreams.

Hongdou hesitated a bit, after all everything was ready and the water was boiled; if she did not wake Yan Qianqian, the water would soon cool down. But looking at Yan Qianqian's peaceful sleeping face, she truly could not bear to wake her from her beautiful dream.

After hesitating repeatedly, Hongdou still decided to call softly, "Miss, Miss, get up for your bath."

Perhaps because Yan Qianqian slept lightly, although Hongdou's call was gentle, it still reached her ears.

Yan Qianqian's eyes twitched slightly, then slowly opened, looking at Hongdou with sleepy eyes, and vaguely answered, "En."

Yan Qianqian sat up and stretched a big stretch, seeming not to have fully returned from her dream.

She slowly got down from the bed, walked behind the folding screen, and began to take off her clothing.

Hongdou very sensibly retreated outside the door, because she knew Yan Qianqian did not like anyone attending to her while bathing. She gently closed the room door and then stood quietly at the entrance, waiting for Yan Qianqian.

Yan Qianqian took off all her clothing, slowly sat into the bathtub, feeling the warm water surround her body. She closed her eyes, letting herself completely relax, enjoying this moment of tranquility.

As time passed, Yan Qianqian's thoughts gradually became clear. She could not help but think of Ouyang Chengren, wondering what Ouyang Chengqi would say to him after he went to the palace. She felt that after Ouyang Chengren returned, she should still find an opportunity to ask him.

However, Yan Qianqian also felt somewhat uncertain in her heart; if she asked too directly, would he tell her? After all, some things might be important, or inconvenient to say out loud.