The head of the Mu family

Chapter 146 What a fine regent!

Before they knew it, it was lunchtime. After lunch, they strolled around the house to digest.

Part of the guest quarters of the Cui residence were also put into use, with the captains of each department living in one courtyard and the female captains living in a separate courtyard.

Qingtian and Qingyun usually stayed at the guesthouse when they weren't on duty, sharing a courtyard with the female team leader from the local department.

After wandering around for a while, Huaisheng obediently went back to read books and practice acupuncture to cultivate his health.

Mu Huaisheng: I need to recover quickly so I can ride a horse and go out for a ride.

Just as Qianyan was about to get home from work, Huaisheng went to the front yard to wait for him.

As expected, Qianyan dismounted and entered the door to see Huaisheng. She was overjoyed and her heart was filled with joy.

The next day, when Qianyan entered the door, she saw Huaisheng again, which made her look forward to the end of her shift every day.

On the third day, after Qianyan entered the house and changed her clothes, the two of them washed their hands and sat down in the dining room.

Xuanhuo then hurriedly came in and said:

"Young Master, the Regent has arrived."

Xuanjin and Xuanmu have already invited the people to the main hall.

"Okay, I got it, I'm coming right now~"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than a voice rang out from outside the door.

"No need to come. Why be so formal when we're at my own nephew's house?"

As they were talking, a distinguished-looking man walked in.

Huai Sheng looked at him and saw that apart from some graying at his temples, his demeanor was as dignified as ever.

Indeed, the aura of wealth and prosperity nourishes the body!

Qianyan pulled Huaisheng to his feet, but Huaisheng quickly broke free from Qianyan's grasp when she wasn't looking.

The two men performed the usual courtesies to the regent.

"I was unaware of the Regent's arrival; Cui Yao has failed to greet you properly."

"Why are you still so distant from your uncle after all these years? This is home, not the imperial court!"

I've noticed that your expression these past two days is quite different from usual; it turns out we've met an old friend.

This is...

Are you that child from back then?

"Greetings, Your Majesty! It is I, a humble subject."

Huai Sheng gave him another standard bow, and the Regent looked at Huai Sheng but did not tell him to get up.

Qianyan immediately helped Huaisheng up by the arm and said:

"Huaisheng, this is my uncle Bai Chuo, the regent of Daliang."

"Regent, this is my betrothed wife, Mu Huaisheng, whom I mentioned before."

"Your fiancée, whom I've been talking about with my uncle for years, I never imagined she actually existed!"

So it was this child. It's alright~

The three remained silent for a few moments, then the Regent broke the silence and said:

"Now that she exists and has arrived, let's take this girl to her uncle's house for dinner tomorrow."

Take this child to familiarize themselves with the place.

Your parents aren't here, Uncle! Uncle!

I must do my best for your mother.

The Regent spoke sincerely, but Qianyan clenched her fists.

Huai Sheng quietly turned his body to the side and gently touched Qian Yan's arm with his own. Qian Yan slowly loosened her fist.

"Understood, we'll go after we finish our shift tomorrow."

Is there anything else you need?

"What, aren't you going to invite your uncle to stay for dinner?"

"Our dinners at our humble abode are simple. We don't like to waste food, so since there are only two of us, we only have dinner for two."

I'm afraid I'll be neglecting the Regent.

Bai Chuo sat down by himself.

"It's alright, Uncle eats very little for dinner, he'll just have a couple of bites."

Huai Sheng gave Qian Yan a look:

It would be impolite for me to leave while you stay.

“In that case, Your Majesty, please wait a moment while I escort Huaisheng back to his room.”

"We haven't gotten married yet, so it's inappropriate for us to dine at the same table as men from other places."

Having said that, without waiting for the regent's reaction, the two performed the usual greetings and left one after the other.

Sitting there, Bai Chuo's eyes darkened, revealing a hint of ruthlessness and disdain.

A short while later, Qianyan returned, and the Regent regained his gentle smile.

When the regent asked questions about the court, he would answer with a brief and simple answer.

If asked about his relationship with Huai Sheng, he would simply remain silent and have dinner.

After finishing his dinner and seeing the Regent off, Qianyan returned to the main courtyard, where Huaisheng was waiting for him under the eaves.

Seeing him arrive at the courtyard gate, she went up to him, took Qianyan's hand, and they went for a walk in the garden to digest their food.

"Huaisheng... I am not heartless, it's just that my feelings for him..."

Before Qianyan could finish speaking, Huaisheng interrupted him, saying:

Whether you are heartless or not, others may not know, but how could I not know?

When did we meet?

Even if we didn't have this connection now, I would still be your family for life.

As for the Regent, you are the one who should bear the consequences of everything he has done to you and your family.

You have your own considerations regarding your relationship.

Don't worry! Whatever decision you make, I'll be there for you~

So just be yourself.

The only person I know, the only person I trust, the only person I've decided to marry is you, Cui Qianyan.

"Huai Sheng..."

Under the cover of night, Qianyan's eyes welled up with suppressed tears.

Huai Sheng gently hugged him, nuzzled his forehead against his neck, and stroked his back lightly.

After Qianyan returned to Daliang, the impregnable fortress she had built vanished in an instant.

The next day, Huai Sheng was handling his business as usual in the morning when Qing Tian came to report that a message had been delivered by carrier pigeon.

It turned out that the three children had arrived home safely and were letting everyone know they were safe.

Qingyue greeted everyone in the shop on behalf of the staff, and Huaisheng gave a brief reply.

In the afternoon, Huaisheng instructed Qingtian to prepare some gifts, and then, as usual, he studied acupuncture and read medical books.

In the evening, she began to dress up properly. When Qianyan returned home and did not see Huaisheng at the door, she went straight to the main courtyard.

Just then, she saw Huaisheng, who had finished dressing up, and said with a hint of sourness:

"The first time she got ready after coming back here, it wasn't for me!"

Qingtian and Qingyun smiled to each other, while Huaisheng rolled his eyes at him.

Don't be so dramatic~

Go change your clothes quickly; you can't be seen as impolite.

Qianyan pretended to be angry, and went to change her clothes with a smile.

The two took a carriage to the Regent's Palace, and were surprised to find that there were quite a few carriages there.

After getting off the carriage and carrying the gifts, she went inside. The Prince's heir greeted her upon seeing her:

"Cousin, Miss Mu~ You've finally arrived! We've been waiting for you."

"Xinghua, come and take Miss Mu to her mother's place."

Qianyan then gestured for the gifts to be given to the servants of the Prince's mansion, and looked at Huaisheng with concern.

Huai Sheng gave Qian Yan a reassuring look before Bai Shizi pulled her away.

Huai Sheng took Qing Tian and Qing Yun to the Regent's wife.

Upon entering the inner courtyard and the main residence of the princess, one could see the main hall brightly lit from afar. The soft whispers and gentle laughter mingled with the night, making one's ears tingle with pleasure.

Xinghua then announced:

"Your Highness, Miss Mu has arrived!"

As the announcement was made, the room fell silent; you could hear a pin drop.

As Huai Sheng stepped through the door, he was met with scrutinizing gazes from all sides, and faint whispers of discussion could be heard.

The princess, seated on her high seat, smiled warmly upon hearing this:

"I had heard of Miss Mu before, but I never expected to meet her now."

Seeing is believing, she's truly a beauty!

Huai Sheng didn't rush to reply, but stepped forward to bow.

"Greetings, Your Highness! May Your Highness enjoy boundless blessings!"

After he finished speaking, he stood up, and the surrounding chatter seemed to increase.

"You child, there's no need for such formalities~"

Please sit down~

After saying that, he started chatting and laughing with the lady and young lady next to him, and Huaisheng found a stool and sat down.