RMACAUH Chapter 55
by VolareChapter 55 Chapter 55 Xiaofeng, I never thought I could see you again in my lifetime…
Their ship sailed for more than half a month and finally approached the sea of Nanzhao. Such a large ship cannot dock without official documents, so they can only put down small boats, disguise themselves as ordinary people, and finally successfully disembark.
The local customs here are very different, because it is like spring all year round, and the flowers and plants grow very well.
It is not far from Dali here. They are now in Mengshe, which is about 100 kilometers away from Dali, which is not too far.
The Nanzhao Southern Prefecture is in Dali, which is now the most lively central area of Nanzhao.
They found a better inn in Mengshe to stay in, and booked all the rooms on the top floor. They planned to stay and familiarize themselves with the environment before going to Dali to find Feng Xilan.
Due to the climate, Nanzhao is very humid, and there are many snakes, insects, rats, and ants, many of which cannot be seen in other places. The happiest should be Sang Cai, who likes to collect poisonous insects.
And Yan’er is at an age where he is very interested in novel things. Seeing Sang Cai catching many small insects to play with, he also wants them, so he pesters Sang Cai for small insects.
Because of this reason, Wei Xiaofeng did not dare to hold his son for a day.
It wasn’t until he washed him clean at night and Feng Yue hugged him over and put him on the bed that he hugged his son and kissed him a few times.
It is the hottest time in July now, but it is still a bit cool in Mengshe at night, and you still need to cover a thin quilt to sleep.
Although it is far from Shengjing, it is very rich, and God appreciates food.
Feng Yue took a few people out at night pretending to do business to inquire about the surrounding situation. Wei Xiaofeng hugged Yan’er and lay on the bed in the inn to sleep.
Having just adapted to the bunk on the big ship, Yan’er refused to sleep when he arrived at the place where he was born, and kept making noises, saying he wanted to find his father.
“Shh, what did Daddy teach you before? When you are outside, you should call Father ‘Father,’ otherwise you will be taken away by the big bad wolf.”
Yan’er looked excited: “Yan’er beats the big bad wolf to protect Daddy.”
Wei Xiaofeng felt a warmth in his heart, kissed his cute little face: “Good boy, what should Yan’er call Father?”
“Call Father.”
“No, you should call Father.”
“Yan’er is not afraid of the big bad wolf.”
Wei Xiaofeng rubbed his forehead, “It’s Daddy who is afraid of the big bad wolf.”
Yan’er patted Daddy’s chest like a grown-up, comforting: “Don’t be afraid, Yan’er learns Kung Fu, just grab the big bad wolf like this and beat him!”
Saying that, he grabbed the pillow beside him and punched it twice.
Wei Xiaofeng was both helpless and amused: “Yan’er is great, go to sleep now, Daddy will hold you to sleep.”
Yan’er lay intimately in his arms, “Daddy, sing a little song.”
“Okay, Daddy will sing.”
Wei Xiaofeng hummed a little tune, gently patted Yan’er’s back to coax him to sleep, Yan’er also imitated him, patting his chest. Before the little tune was halfway through, Wei Xiaofeng coaxed himself to sleep.
The little guy saw that Daddy was asleep and felt a little bored. He moved his little butt to the edge of the bed and slid down the edge of the bed with neat movements, all in one go.
He wants to go find Father.
His white and fat little feet ran out of the room, and as soon as he took the first step holding the stairs, he was caught back by the guards who were watching in secret.
“Where is the young master going?”
“Yan’er wants to go find Father.”
The guards were also having a headache. Like father, like son. This little young master is naughty, brave, and smart. He can do whatever he wants in Guangling, but now that he has arrived in Nanzhao, he must not reveal his identity.
“The master will be back soon, please go back to the room first.”
“No! I want to go find Father!”
The guard was afraid that he would continue to shout, so he hugged him and coaxed: “Little ancestor, don’t shout. It’s too late now. How about I take you out to catch crickets?”
He liked crickets, and immediately agreed to let the guard take him out to catch crickets.
The guard took a bamboo tube, caught two crickets and put them in the bamboo tube, letting him play in the courtyard of the inn.
At this time, the full moon was in the sky, indicating that tomorrow will be a good day.
After playing for a while, Yan’er yawned and became sleepy. Just as he was about to go back, Wei Xiaofeng ran out in a panic, and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the guard standing by.
“Yan’er!” Wei Xiaofeng was really a little angry. He usually let him be and doted on him, but this is Nanzhao. It is extremely dangerous to sneak out alone in the middle of the night.
The big bad wolf can no longer scare him.
Wei Xiaofeng rushed forward and slapped him on the butt twice. Yan’er just pouted aggrievedly and did not cry.
“If you sneak out alone like this again next time, Daddy will punish you!”
“Daddy is so fierce.”
Wei Xiaofeng grabbed him and slapped his butt twice: “Did you remember?!”
“Woo… it hurts!”
“Did you remember?”
“Yan’er remembered.”
Really 20-odd pounds of weight, 100 pounds of rebellious bones!
“Come back with me!”
Yan’er was very aggrieved, but tried hard not to cry, and was caught back by Wei Xiaofeng. This child is very precocious, has many ideas, and may cause trouble if he is not watched closely.
Feng Yue and the few scouts he took with him returned to the inn, treading on the dew, until the early morning was slightly bright.
The guard gave a concise report to Feng Yue about the small ‘accident’ that had happened before. He responded lightly, indicating that he knew, and then gently pushed the door and walked into the room.
Taking off his outer clothes, Feng Yue lifted the bed curtain and saw Yan’er sleeping soundly in Xiaofeng’s arms.
The corners of Feng Yue’s mouth lifted unconsciously. He moved the little guy to the side, pulled the quilt over him, and whispered: “Don’t press on your daddy.”
After lying down, he hugged Xiaofeng into his arms again and fell asleep peacefully.
When Wei Xiaofeng woke up, he found Feng Yue sleeping next to him. He didn’t know when he had come back last night. He got up very gently without waking him up.
When he woke up, Wei Xiaofeng had the waiter bring up the prepared breakfast.
“Did you find out anything in Dali last night?”
Feng Yue nodded: “It is said that the heir, Si Ming, has brought his mistress into the palace in less than half a year after marrying Alan. No one in the palace has said much about it, as if they had known about it for a long time. It is said that the eldest son is now six years old, which means that before Alan came, this Si Ming already had a mistress and children.”
Wei Xiaofeng felt a pang of heartache. How could such a good person like Alan marry such a person?
“He could have refused the marriage. If Si Ming doesn’t like him, why would he marry him? Marrying him and not treating him well, what should Alan do? Can he divorce?”
Feng Yue secretly took a breath, “This is an imperial marriage, and moreover, Father Emperor bestowed marriage on them not as simple as it seems on the surface. Now Nanzhao’s various aspects of development are becoming increasingly strong. Father Emperor just wants to use Alan and the Si family to make a deal to exchange for temporary peace and stability.”
“Then Alan has no chance of escaping from Nanzhao?” Thinking of this, Wei Xiaofeng’s eyes turned red.
Feng Yue gently patted the back of his hand, comforting: “Don’t worry, our main task now is to find a way to see Alan, and then think of a countermeasure.”
In this life, he must think of a perfect way to subdue this lurking tiger of Nanzhao and protect Alan from the quagmire.
Wei Xiaofeng clenched his fists tightly: “No matter what, we must save him!”
Feng Yue couldn’t help but laugh: “Yes, of course, he is my brother.”
Xiaofeng was able to risk his life to save a stranger like Sang Cai in the first place, so he would not stand idly by when it came to Alan.
“I heard that in five days it will be the Nanzhao King’s 50th birthday. He will go to Baohua Temple to burn incense and pray for blessings. Alan, as the heir’s wife, will definitely go with him,” Feng Yue paused, looked at Xiaofeng, and continued: “My identity is not convenient for showing my face. Too many people have seen me. Even if I disguise myself, there will be risks.”
“I know, I will go! Don’t worry, I will definitely act carefully.”
“When you see Alan, bring him over to see me. There are some things I want to say to him face to face.”
“Okay!” Feng Yue touched his head. Now he and Xiaofeng have become more and more tacit.
“Oh, don’t touch my head,” Wei Xiaofeng grabbed his hand, hesitating to speak.
Feng Yue felt wronged: “I used to touch it like this before, and you didn’t say anything.”
“I,” Wei Xiaofeng’s face flushed: “I am now the father of a child, the dignified Guangling Royal Consort. You always touch my head like this, which damages my dignity.”
“Oh…” Feng Yue turned his face away and couldn’t help but laugh.
On the day of the Nanzhao King’s birthday, Wei Xiaofeng took Yan’er to Baohua Temple early in the morning, pretending to be ordinary people watching the Nanzhao King from outside.
Standing in the crowd, the people were excitedly discussing, all praising the Nanzhao King. It seemed that the Nanzhao King had governed this place well.
However, Aye is more loved by the people and does better than the Nanzhao King.
This made Wei Xiaofeng extremely proud. He really has too good an eye.
Yun Yu Mu held the little young master and stood in the crowd, his iceberg face squeezed as if it was about to crack on the spot, but he just endured it without saying a word.
Until the Nanzhao King’s carriage drove from the official road, hundreds of guards stepped forward to clear the way, blocking the people on the periphery to prevent them from getting close, in order to ensure the Nanzhao King’s safety.
The Nanzhao King slowly got off the carriage. Seeing his people, he waved to the people symbolically, with a kind smile on his face.
Even so, the people shouted the name of the Nanzhao King and watched their king walk up the wide and extended steps of the temple with a pious expression.
The Nanzhao King supported the Empress Dowager, followed by Si Ming and Feng Xilan. Si Ming was holding a six-year-old child, and behind him was a woman dressed in bright clothes.
At the very end was Si Mo, who no one cared about. Si Mo was released from Baohua Temple a month ago, and his whole personality seemed much calmer.
Feng Xilan only felt bored. Suddenly, a small and very beautiful pottery rattle ball rolled to his feet. He stopped, picked up the rattle ball, and glanced to the left. In the crowd, he saw a long-lost acquaintance at a glance, and his eyes instantly turned red.
It’s Xiaofeng!
He stepped out of the line, reached out and handed the ball out. Yan’er took the ball and smiled happily.
“Thank you, Heir’s Wife.”
Yan’er was still very polite outside, and made a bow in a decent manner: “Thank you, Heir’s Wife.”
The numb expression on Feng Xilan’s face instantly gained some vitality, and he smiled faintly: “You’re welcome, hold the thing steady, you may not be able to find it back if you drop it next time.”
Yan’er shook the pottery rattle ball with a happy face.
Feng Xilan just glanced at Xiaofeng with the corner of his eye, and then followed the team as if nothing had happened.
Si Ming reminded him in a low voice with some displeasure: “Don’t do those unnecessary things in the future!”
Feng Xilan smiled mockingly: “How can it be an unnecessary thing? Isn’t getting close to the people able to bring more trust and blessings to the Si family?”
Si Ming didn’t say anything more with a pale face.
After entering the Buddha hall, while the monks were chanting scriptures to pray for blessings, Feng Xilan quietly left the hall from the back door. He searched around for a while and finally saw Xiaofeng standing under the wishing tree next to the ancient temple waiting for him.
Feng Xilan ran over in a hurry, unable to hide the excitement of his emotions, and gave him a hug.
In the past three years in a foreign land, loneliness is like a maggot that gnaws on bones, hollowing him out inch by inch in a damp and foul-smelling place. He doesn’t even have anyone to talk to.
“Xiaofeng, I never thought I could see you again in my lifetime!”