Chapter 1106: First Volume, Chapter 1106: Longing and Concern

First Volume, Chapter 1106: Longing and Concern

It's not that I don't trust Qin Feng, but it's better to prepare for the worst—who knows what intentions those Nightingales and Night Butterflies truly harbor?

As the caravan slowly advanced toward Jingdu, the Qin Family experienced unprecedented bustle.

Liu Hongyan, who was usually buried in affairs day and night, inexplicably left Tianji Camp and returned to Qin Mansion, personally overseeing the cleaning of every corner to prepare for the family's return.

Just thinking of seeing Qin Feng again, Liu Hongyan's nose suddenly turned sour.

During the day, she was so swamped she had no time to think, but late at night, when all was quiet, she would toss and turn, unable to sleep.

"Since that fellow came to his senses, he's always been by my side—now he's become a true man, yet seeing him again has become so difficult."

"But it doesn't matter—he's coming back soon."

Liu Hongyan quietly wiped away the tears at the corner of her eye, pointed at the hall, and suddenly frowned in reproach.

"You servants, when there's no one home, you've grown so lazy—look at how messy this hall is, do you need a beating?"

Facing Liu Hongyan's sharp rebuke, the servants suddenly realized: the Second Miss had returned.

They dared not hesitate and immediately cleared away all unnecessary items from the hall.

Ma Qi, the Big Maid who had been managing Qin Mansion during this time, hurried over to Liu Hongyan's side.

"Second Miss, it's my fault—last time Master returned, he thought the Book Room was too barren, so he moved everything into the hall."

"Master spent an entire night lit by candlelight in the hall, handling official duties. Afterward, we feared he might return again, so we didn't dare clean up."

Hearing this, Liu Hongyan's expression softened slightly.

Ever since Feng'er left home, Master rarely returned.

Though these two father and son always bickered the moment they met, that chattering, restless rascal suddenly gone, the old man felt an emptiness in his heart.

Barren Book Room? It wasn't just the Book Room—the entire Qin Mansion had grown silent.

"Master has worked hard too. When Feng'er returns, he'll surely stay home longer. We're just missing Mother."

"I wonder when I'll see Mother again."

Mentioning Qin Cheng Clan, Liu Hongyan felt a wave of loneliness.

Logically, given Qin Feng's current status, there's no need to fear Jingdu's schemes—he could safely bring Qin Cheng Clan back to Jingdu.

But Qin Feng has always been cautious—even now, with the Liang Emperor's absolute trust, he still keeps a backup plan.

He refuses to put all his eggs in one basket.

Liu Hongyan understood Qin Feng's caution perfectly, yet the thought that Mother couldn't attend the Da Huo filled her with guilt.

Never mind—it's only a matter of time before this whole family reunites.

With the joyous day drawing near, better not dwell on these sorrowful thoughts.

At that moment, Ma Qi mentioned: "By the way, Second Miss, should we clean out Mingyue Zhai?"

Liu Hongyan nodded: "Yes, clean it. Feng'er isn't returning alone—besides family, his soldiers need a place to stay."

Hearing this, Ma Qi looked utterly bewildered: "Wait—those rough soldiers are going to live in Mingyue Zhai?"

"Second Miss, isn't that inappropriate? Mingyue Zhai is Princess's private residence—how could we…"

Before Ma Qi could finish, Liu Hongyan cut her off bluntly: "You've been in the Qin Family too short a time to understand Feng'er's nature."

"Those soldiers may come from humble origins, may be crude—but Feng'er treats them as his own comrades, and that's why, when he gives one order, they'll risk life and limb without hesitation."

"Besides, though loyal to Feng'er and Beixi County, they're still soldiers of Shedynasty."

"I'm sure Third Sister would be happy to lend Mingyue Zhai."

Ma Qi found this unbelievable. Though she'd only recently joined the Qin Family, she'd spent years among nobles and elites—she'd seen plenty.

Had Liu Hongyan not unexpectedly noticed her, she'd never have become part of the Qin Family.

Until now, she'd never seen any noble household treat such crude people so well.

Perhaps it's precisely because of this difference from ordinary families that the Qin Family has reached this point?

Since Liu Hongyan had spoken, Ma Qi no longer hesitated. She gathered a few maids and headed toward Mingyue Zhai.

But after taking just two steps, Liu Hongyan's voice called out behind her.

"Oh, by the way, on your way to Mingyue Zhai, stop by Ning Guogong Fu and tell Xie Yun'er the good news."

Ma Qi gave a slight nod and walked off.

Meanwhile, in the Back Courtyard of Ning Guogong Fu, the scene was equally lively.

Princess of Qiyang Commandery, overjoyed, kept holding Xie Yun'er's hand, beaming: "Yun'er, the man you've longed for day and night is finally coming back."

"Though you've been delayed as Young Madam of the Qin Family all this time, it's not necessarily bad."

"Now, once you enter, you'll be a Marquise."

"And you, this Marquise, are even more precious than a Princess—everyone in Jingdu will have to bow to your will."

Listening to her sister's laughter, Xie Yun'er's expression grew complex.

She truly missed Qin Feng every day, yet now that he was finally returning, she felt lost.

How had Qin Feng changed after all this time?

Had he grown taller or fatter? Had he become uglier or more handsome?

Was he still the same Qin Feng—fearless of heaven or earth, yet gentle with family?

Since Qin Feng entered Beidi, Xie Yun'er had received no letters from him and knew nothing of his current state.

Her knowledge of Qin Feng came entirely from her father's words.

For instance, Qin Feng had captured how many cities, defeated how many armies, slain how many great generals.

Each time Xie Bi recounted these, he'd turn red with excitement, praising his excellent son-in-law.

But these feats held little appeal for Xie Yun'er.

Or rather, she didn't care at all what grand deeds Qin Feng had accomplished outside—what she truly cared about was… had Qin Feng eaten today?

The more one looks forward to it, the more one fears reunion…

The more one cares, the more one fears embracing again…

Seeing Xie Yun'er's smile uneasy, the Princess of Qiyang sighed lightly: "Yun'er, don't you know what kind of person Qin Feng is?"

"He would never betray you."

"The reason he hasn't contacted you during this time is naturally because of the importance of the war."

"What is the relationship between the Qin Family's Second Young Lady and Qin Feng? Haven't they also not seen each other again?"