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  Xue Su came in with a happy face, "Good news, Miss! We've found out where Fourth Master is!"

  Ming Xuan's hand holding the hairpin stopped as she hastily went forward and tightly grasped Xue Su's hand. "Is there news of Fourth Brother? Is he still alive? Where is he now? Did Qian San say when he would bring him back?"

  The tone is interwoven with surprise and urgency, she was really very nervous.

  Gu Yuanjing's safety is what she has been longing for, not just because she wants to preserve the last bloodline of her father, nor just because she wants to protect the foundation of the third house, but because this man shares the same blood with her. When she first came to this strange space-time, he had given her the initial warmth.

  Xue Su smiled and nodded, helping Ming Xuan sit down. With a hint of choking in her voice, she said: "Fourth Master is alive and well, currently in the Western Frontier. In the past, he was a scout who gathered information from enemy lines, so General You took on an alias for him to avoid exposure. That's why we couldn't find any news about him. I heard that he is brave and fierce, with many military achievements, and quickly rose through the ranks to become General You."

  Later, the general who had originally replaced Siye with a pseudonym died in battle, and no one in the army mentioned Siye's real name again. Qian San only managed to find out after much effort that the situation in the Western Frontier was critical. This time, it wasn't easy for Qian San to enter the Western Frontier military camp and meet Miss Siye. Siye is now a lieutenant general under the command of General Zhenxi.

  Ming Xuan's eyes moistened as she listened. The general was a fourth-rank military officer, and in just three or four short years, he had risen from a soldier to this position. What hardships and difficulties must he have endured during this time? She asked tearfully, "Fourth brother, when can you come back?"

  Xue Su's face showed a difficult expression, hearing that Rouran was making a final effort. If the Great Zhou wins, Fourth Master will naturally win soon and return to court. But if... Rouran is used to dragging out this war without end. Qian San said he would stay in the Western Frontier, convenient for transmitting messages to Fourth Master for us at any time. If there's a result on that side, we'll be able to know quickly.

  She saw Ming Xuan's expression suddenly dimmed and quickly took out an envelope from her bosom and handed it over. This is the letter that Fourth Master has sent to you.

  Ming Xuan hastily opened the half-new, half-old letter paper with scribbled handwriting that read "Ping'an wu nian sui gui" (Peaceful and safe, don't worry, come back soon). It was clear that it was written in a hurry. But these few short words brought her infinite strength. Her heart was filled with joy, and the dark, confusing path that had been suffocating her suddenly became bright.

  Gu Yuanjing is still alive, and Sanfang has hope again; she's no longer alone, and her fourth brother can be her reliance.

  Xue Su and Dan Hong exchanged a smile, both thinking that Ming Huan would be happy. The two of them didn't understand court politics and their thoughts weren't as deep as that. They just thought that if the war with Rong Yue was won and Fourth Master returned with honors, no matter whether they were in the Marquis's residence or went to the Pei family, with Brother's support, Miss's days would be better than now.

  In today's Zhou Dynasty, whether a woman's natal family is powerful or not largely determines her status in her husband's household.

  Ming Xuan carefully folded the letter and put it back in the envelope, then smiled at Xue Su and instructed: "Please send this to Qian San for me. Tell him to take good care of Fourth Master. If there's a shortage of silver or anything else is lacking, just let me know by letter."

  She sent Xue Su away and thought about it for a while before deciding to go to Antai Temple after all.

  Madam Zhu was overjoyed to hear that Gu Yuanjing was still alive and safe, her mouth couldn't close for half a day. She tightly grasped Ming Xuan's hand, with tears in her eyes, saying: "Heaven is merciful, Yuanjing is safe and sound, our ancestors can rest in peace. It's just a pity he's still on the battlefield, military affairs are urgent, and he can't personally send you off to get married."

  Ming Xuan also felt a little regret in her heart, but thinking that the marriage with the Pei family was not as pleasant as expected, and Fourth Brother's mood when sending her off would not be very good either, she let it go.

  She blinked her eyelashes and gazed at Old Lady Zhu with a pair of bright eyes. Grandma, there's something that the granddaughter wants to ask you.

  Mrs. Zhu hastily said: "If there's something to say, just say it directly. What's with the politeness between us?"

  Ming Xuan's face showed a hopeful smile. My mother had always wanted to register my fourth brother under her name, and my father had originally planned to register my fourth brother's name in the family tree as a legitimate child after I got married. However... Now that my parents are no longer around, this was their wish from before. The granddaughter wants to ask her grandmother to fulfill it.

  She paused and said that although the third house had only one male heir, originally the entire household should have been inherited by him. However, there are many differences in the sayings between the legitimate and illegitimate children, and the reputation that is spread out is also different.

  This is indeed true, if as a younger son inherits the third house, there's somewhat of an unseemly feeling.

  Madam Zhu nodded and since Yuan Jing was raised by his mother from a young age, although he wasn't born to her, she loved him as if he were her own flesh and blood. Recording Yuan Jing's name in the family genealogy had always been his mother's wish. Now that she knew Yuan Jing was still alive and well, this matter should be done naturally.

  She thought for a moment and decided to leave the matter of Xuan's sister to her grandmother, who would settle it as soon as possible for their brother Jing.

  It's better to do it sooner rather than later. Although the first and second houses haven't said anything openly, they are secretly hoping to divide the third house's share. Taking advantage of the fact that Yuanjing's news hasn't leaked out yet, they used the excuse of Longping and San'er's wife entering their dreams to ask the eldest son and the clan's elders to settle this matter, which would be the proper thing to do. This way, even after they enter the Yellow Springs, they can rest easy with a clear conscience.

  Ming Xuan felt a great weight lift off her shoulders as she settled the matter in her mind. She chatted with Old Lady Zhu, beaming with joy, and they discussed their plans for visiting the Auxiliary King's residence the next day. As the sky grew dark, she bid farewell and took her leave.

  This night was filled with emotions, tossing and turning until dawn broke.

  On the second day, Ming Xuan got up early and went to An Tai Yuan with Zhu Lao Fu Ren to have breakfast. At noon, Guan Yaya came in and reported that the carriage was ready and waiting at the gate. She then supported her grandmother's arm and left the door.

  The Zhū Old Madam and Míng Xuān chatted and laughed along the way, soon arriving at the entrance of the Zhū Manor. As they had sent word ahead of time, the wet nurse who served as a lady-in-waiting to the Fǔ Guó Gōng Madame was waiting at the second gate to welcome Zhū Old Madam down from her carriage. A soft sedan chair had been specially prepared for her, and after passing through the second gate, they proceeded along the winding road paved with bluestone flags, soon stopping in front of the Fǔ Guó Gōng Madame's quarters.

  Yuan Jie'er heard the noise and hurriedly came out to welcome her. First, she paid respects to Old Lady Zhu, then grabbed Ming Xuan's hand and wouldn't let go. "Grandma said, I've been waiting here since early morning for you to arrive. Xuan Jie'er, I have so many things to talk to you about. After we pay our respects to Grandma, the two of us will go to my place to chat."

  She said this loudly and suddenly a burst of laughter erupted in the room

  The pearl curtain was still separating them, but the loud and clear voice of Madame Fang could be heard outside. "Take a look, they're just like sisters who haven't seen each other for a few days, and yet they have so much to say to each other." If someone didn't know better, they would think that the two women were actually biological sisters.

  The purple agate bead curtain was lifted, and the auxiliary country's wife led several madams from the Zhu family to welcome her. She went forward to support Old Lady Zhu on one side, and smiled at Ming Xuan, saying: "Alright, sister Xuan has already paid respects to Auntie, so I won't delay you two sisters from chatting. You can go play in Ning Xin Garden now, and I'll send someone to call you when it's time for lunch."

  Ming Xuan turned her head to look at Old Lady Zhu.

  Madam Zhu smiled and nodded at her, "Since your aunt has spoken, go quickly then."

  Yuan Jie smiled and bowed to the elders in the house, then pulled Ming Xuan's hand and walked out. The pavilions and corridors of the Fu Guo Gong Mansion were very beautiful. Today, the warm weather made the scenery in the garden different from that on winter days. The two people chatted while appreciating the scenery.

  Yan sister said that I heard that Hong sister and my third cousin's wedding date has been set for next March. Yesterday, my grandmother also said that after we sisters get married one by one, Auntie will become lonely.

  After Ming Ju, there were no more girls in the family for this generation. The eldest son had a legitimate daughter, but she was two generations younger and not raised by her side, so she wasn't close to Old Lady Zhu. When the time came, no one accompanied her, and the old lady felt extremely lonely.

  Suddenly, my aunt seemed to think of something and lowered her voice with a smile, saying "I don't know how this marriage proposal is going... My aunt has been anxious for the past two months, almost every other day she comes to our house to complain to my mother.

  It is said that she was afraid of the second aunt being too clever and ruthless, and also felt that Xiaojie was not steady enough. However, my uncle surprisingly favored this marriage. It's said that the second aunt generously gave away some rare ancient books to win him over.

  When she sold the golden needle lady's embroidered screen, she revealed that Duke An Guo liked calligraphy, painting and ancient books. Sure enough, not long after, Second Auntie, fearing that Ming Huan's marriage would change, exchanged many of those precious things in her room for others. Unexpectedly, Duke An Guo was really captivated by these things and insisted on marrying this daughter.

  But since Minghe got married, Mingxuan's attitude towards her has changed dramatically. Although she is not close to her, she knows the etiquette and understands it much better than before, no longer with a look of disdain on her face.

  She thought for a moment, smiled and said: "Xiang sister is just young and vigorous, doing things a bit rashly. Since the second aunt is such a clever person and has set a marriage date with the An Guo Gong Fu, she will naturally teach Xiang sister how to behave."

  As soon as the voice fell, a burst of applause came from the nearby plum forest. "The poem is well done! Such talent is worthy of being favored by the emperor in the Golden Hall!"

  Someone hastily said "Oh no, no, Brother Zhu is being too kind"

  This voice should be clear and crisp like a spring breeze, but for some reason it carried a hint of bitterness.

  Ming Xuan's footsteps paused 'Flower Explorer'...

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