Chapter 257 One? Two!
In the following days, Jia Cong finally had some free time. His only regret was that he did not catch the real leader of the White Lotus Sect. However, these things were no longer his concern.
After taking Jinling, Lin Ruhai arrived. Ten days later, on October 13, all places had been taken over by officials sent by the court. Jia Cong also received an imperial edict from the court, ordering the troops in the Shandong camp to return, and he returned to Shenjing to report the order.
He sent someone to deliver a letter to his master, and then returned to Yangzhou City with Lin Ruhai.
As for the troops, Shang Yin had already taken them back to the Shandong camp. Therefore, after saying goodbye to Lin Ruhai, Jia Cong could directly board the ship in Yangzhou and return to the capital.
Outside Yangzhou City, Jia Cong said to Lin Ruhai, "I think it's time for Uncle to return to the capital at the end of the year!"
Lin Ruhai nodded with a smile, "Yes, His Majesty has sent an order, asking me to hand over the things in my hands in the next two or three months. If everything goes well, I can rush back to Shenjing City to celebrate the New Year."
"Hahaha!" Jia Cong laughed loudly, "My uncle has worked hard in Jiangnan for many years. When he returns to Beijing, he will definitely be valued by the court!"
"I'm really grateful to you this time!" Lin Ruhai said with a smile.
"My uncle and I are a family. Isn't it a bit too formal to say that?"
"Are we a family?" Lin Ruhai looked at Jia Cong with a half-smile, which made him almost run away.
"I left 500 soldiers for my uncle. After all, the war has just ended, and my uncle has offended those salt merchants. With these people protecting my uncle's safety, Sister Lin can rest assured."
Jia Cong reported to the court that he had left a small number of soldiers to help Lin Ruhai deal with the follow-up matters. Even if the emperor and the court knew that Jia Cong was using public resources for personal gain, no one would complain about it at this time.
"Uncle, please stay. It's time for my nephew to get on board."
"Okay! Then I wish you a safe journey!"
Jia Cong bowed and said, "Take care, uncle. Your nephew is waiting for your return in the capital."
Afterwards, Jia Cong boarded the big ship!
This time, the original group returned. Except for the five hundred soldiers left for Lin Ruhai, all the others accompanied him. Moreover, Wang Xifeng's parents and Xing Xiuyan's family also went north together. However, Jia Yun thoughtfully arranged them all on the second ship.
"Have you said goodbye to your uncle?"
He went straight back to the cabin, where Wang Xifeng came up to him, helped Jia Cong take off his cloak, and brought him a teacup herself.
Now Wang Xifeng is more and more like a caring little wife in front of . Different people will show different emotions and joys and anger when facing different people. Just like Wang Xifeng, when facing Jia Lian before, she was more angry and disgusted with him, but when facing Jia Cong, Wang Xifeng's domineering aura disappeared completely. Without saying anything, she unconsciously restrained herself and showed the demeanor of a little girl.
"Yeah!" Jia Cong took Wang Xifeng's hand and nodded. He had hardly stopped for these days and was indeed a little tired.
"We have to get back to the capital before the end of the month. Fortunately, we still have time. Otherwise, the canal will freeze over and we will suffer if we take a carriage."
Jia Cong leaned on the soft couch, and Wang Xifeng lay obediently on his chest. The two of them chatted softly, enjoying the rare peace and warmth.
Before they knew it, the two of them fell asleep in each other's arms, until Ping'er brought them food, and they woke up in a daze.
"Grandpa and grandma, eat first, and then rest after you're done."
Afterwards, the two of them served the dishes, poured wine for Jia Cong, and then waited on him to eat.
After eating, the two sat down and had tea!
"My dear, when we get back, let Ping'er follow you!" Wang Xifeng suddenly spoke. Before Jia Cong could say anything, Ping'er blushed and said, "Madam, if you want to please me, why do you have to tease me, a maid?"
Wang Xifeng stepped forward and pulled Ping'er to her side. "Girl, I am doing this for your own good. How can I say I am teasing you?"
As she spoke, she asked Ping'er to sit down, then sighed and said, "The reason why I never let you become Lian Er's concubine before is because Lian Er is not someone worthy of trust! I am indeed a little strict with Lian Er, but I can tolerate you! You and I have become familiar with each other during this period of time, and I know his character better. If you follow him, he will not neglect you."
"You and I are sisters, so I naturally have to make plans for you. How can I watch you live a lonely life like this? Or, do you already have someone else in your heart?"
"Madam, what nonsense are you talking about? I am by your side all day long, how could there be someone else?" Ping'er said anxiously and shyly.
Jia Cong, who was watching from the side, didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He went up to them, grabbed the two girls' hands and said, "Xiao Feng'er, are you looking for a young lady for your husband?"
"However, what Xiao Feng'er said is not wrong! You are mine, and Ping'er will naturally not run away. You will have to be my concubine in the future! However, for the time being, Xiao Feng'er, you need someone to serve you. Ping'er has been with you for so many years, can you bear to leave her now? Besides, after you go back, you will still need Ping'er's help."
"As for Molan, although she is loyal , Ping'er is indispensable!"
"I told you before that I will definitely give you an identity in the future. I certainly won't lie to you! I admit that I am not a loyal person, but I can guarantee that I am sincere to Xiao Feng'er. At worst, I can use this title to exchange for it. If I lose the title, I can earn another one, but there is only one Xiao Feng'er."
"Whether it's you or Ping'er, just live happily in the mansion. I will take care of the future !"
Jia Cong's words made Wang Xifeng feel warm in her heart. This enemy really cared about her. Ping'er was definitely the best in the mansion in terms of beauty and cleverness, but for her own sake, she would rather let Ping'er stay with her.
As for Ping'er, she was shy but also a little happy. After knowing the relationship between Wang Xifeng and Jia Cong, she knew that her best way out was to become Jia Cong's concubine! Compared with Jia Lian before, Jia Cong obviously made her more attracted to him. And now, Jia Cong had made a promise to her.
"Then I'll listen to you, my husband!" Wang Xifeng said. "Whenever you want me, I'll tie Ping'er up and send her to you."
After saying that, Wang Xifeng stood up and said, "My husband, please rest on the bed first. I will take a bath and come back soon!"
Then, Wang Xifeng pulled the shy Ping'er out of the cabin, and Jia Cong lay on the bed in a daze, waiting for Wang Xifeng to return.
After an unknown amount of time, a familiar scent filled his nose, and Jia Cong then held the delicate body in his arms, but the next moment he couldn't help but open his eyes...
Two? How could it be two?
