In ancient times, she gave birth to seven daughters and was divorced by her husband's family.

Looking at her two daughters who were about to embark on a long journey, Bai Lu finally showed a relieved smile.

The Marquis of Anguo's mansion has always been known for its swift and decisive actions.

The next morning, while it was still barely light, an unimaginably large caravan had already assembled in front of the Marquis's residence.

Leading the way were ten giant carriages, each pulled by eight tall, strong horses. The carriages were made of the sturdiest ironwood and covered with thick cowhide, enough to withstand wind and sand.

Inside the car, there was an even more hidden world.

Bai Siyue's carriage was like a mobile study and accounting office.

In the small space, maps, files, a small abacus, and a complete set of writing implements were neatly arranged.

Bai Liuyue's carriage, on the other hand, was more like a mobile granary.

"Fourth Sister, look!"

Bai Liuyue excitedly pulled Bai Siyue along, showing off her collection.

In the corner of the carriage, there were piles of oil paper packages of all sizes.

"This is Fu Man Lou's braised pork knuckle, this is Qing Feng Zhai's eight-treasure duck, this is Dao Xiang Cun's ox-tongue pastry... I also asked the kitchen to prepare a lot of dried meat and candied fruit for me!"

"Enough for us to eat our way to the Great Stone Kingdom!"

She patted her bulging backpack, her face beaming with excitement for the upcoming long journey.

Bai Siyue sighed and rubbed her forehead, looking at her carriage that was almost completely filled with food, feeling a headache coming on.

"Bai Liuyue, I'm warning you, you'd better eat these things sparingly."

"You've traveled a long way, and there's nowhere to resupply you."

"I know, I know!"

Bai Liuyue waved her hand dismissively.

At the gate of the mansion, all those who came to see him off had gathered.

Bai Lu stood at the front, adjusting the collars of her two daughters' cloaks before her gaze first fell on Bai Siyue.

"In April, you are impatient, but you are methodical in your work."

“You have been my pillar of support throughout this journey.”

"Take good care of your sister, and take good care of yourself too."

"If anything happens, ask Liangyu for help."

"My daughter understands."

Bai Siyue nodded heavily.

Bai Lu looked at Bai Liuyue again, her eyes softening considerably: "Liuyue, keep your mouth shut and don't cause trouble for your fourth sister."

"When you arrive in the Great Stone Kingdom, stay by your fifth sister's side and make her happy. That will be your greatest achievement."

"Don't worry, Mother! I promise I'll complete the mission!"

Bai Liuyue patted her chest and answered loudly.

Bai Yiyue handed April a thick stack of books: "You can read these when you're bored on the way."

"When we get to the Great Stone Kingdom, you can let your fifth sister read it to relieve her boredom."

Bai Eryue presented a delicate sachet: "This contains calming spices. If you can't sleep well on the bumpy road, you can light some."

Bai Sanyue then handed Siyue a thick stack of silver notes: "A poor family needs to be frugal on the road. Don't be stingy when you're traveling."

"Take care of what needs to be taken care of, and spend money where necessary."

"If that's not enough, just send a message by carrier pigeon anytime, and I'll have the money exchange deliver it to you!"

Bai Qiyue unfolded a map, which was covered with dense markings in red ink: "Fourth Sister, this is the route north that I redrawn based on Brother Liuyun's letter."

"It marks where there are water sources, where the roads are in bad condition, and where bandits might be active."

"If you follow this, you can save yourself a lot of trouble."

"Sisters, wait for us to come back! We'll bring you roasted whole lamb from the Kingdom of Da Shi!"

Bai Liuyue waved her chubby little hands.

"Set off."

At Bai Lu's command, the tall and expressionless Qin Liangyu waved her hand, and the entire caravan slowly started moving, heading west along the official road.

The first few days of the trip were novel and interesting for Bai Liuyue.

Every day she would lean against the car window, watching the ever-changing scenery outside, muttering to herself.

"Fourth Sister, look at that mountain, it looks like a big steamed bun!"

"Fourth Sister, the candied hawthorns in this town are much bigger than those in the capital!"

"Fourth Sister, what are we having for dinner tonight?"

Half a month later, when the convoy left the prosperous Central Plains and entered the desolate Northwest region, the situation changed.

The scenery became monotonous and dull, consisting of nothing but loess and Gobi desert.

The food also changed from delicate stir-fries to dry, hard biscuits and dried meat.

The initial novelty of Bai Liuyue finally wore off.

"Fourth Sister..."

That evening, she took a piece of bread that could be used as a brick, and approached Bai Siyue with a pained expression, saying, "My tooth hurts."

"what happened?"

Bai Siyue stared at the map without looking up.

"This pancake is too hard; it's hurting my teeth."

Bai Liuyue said pitifully, "I want to eat soft white rice and fragrant braised pork."

Bai Siyue put down the map, pinched her throbbing temples, and sighed: "Bai Liuyue, look outside."

"You can hardly find a blade of grass for miles around here, where am I supposed to get you braised pork?"

"But I really can't eat anymore..."

Bai Liuyue's eyes were red. "The braised pork knuckle I brought was all eaten a long time ago."

"I can't live like this anymore."

Seeing her on the verge of tears, Bai Siyue felt both annoyed and amused, but her heart softened in the end.

She called out to the outside of the car, "Qin Liangyu."

"exist."

Qin Liangyu's figure appeared outside the carriage curtain like a ghost, her voice flat and emotionless.

"Go and see if you can hunt some wild game."

"Let's give Miss Six a change of pace."

"Yes."

In less than an hour, Qin Liangyu returned, carrying two plump wild rabbits in her hands.

That night, Bai Liuyue finally got to eat a delicious roasted rabbit. Although it wasn't made with the skills of a chef from the capital, she still ate with gusto, her mouth greasy and completely satisfied.

She held her belly, leaned against Bai Siyue, and whispered, "Fourth Sister, you are so kind."

Bai Siyue didn't say anything, but silently added a piece of firewood to the fire.

The journey continues, and the further west we go, the harsher the environment becomes.

On this day, the convoy was traveling across a vast Gobi Desert.

The once clear sky suddenly darkened.

"Report."

Qin Liangyu's voice came from outside the carriage, sounding more serious than usual: "The wind is picking up ahead, and sand and dust are spreading. A sandstorm is expected in an hour."

The suggestion is to set up camp on the spot and hold out until the enemy is defeated.

Bai Siyue felt a chill run down her spine. Logically speaking, this was a path opened up by Wuli, so there shouldn't be any problems.

Could it be that we've encountered a sandstorm that happens only once in a century?!

She lifted the carriage curtain and saw a massive yellow wall looming toward them at a visible speed on the distant horizon.

April:"......"

That's incredibly unlucky!

"Send the order!"

She acted decisively, her voice clear and forceful, "The entire convoy halts! All wagons form a circle! People and livestock, move to the center of the wagon formation! Cover all gaps with sandcloth! Quickly!"

The guards were well-trained and immediately sprang into action.

Soon, a simple defensive fortification was completed.

The wind grew stronger, turning from a whistling sound into a piercing howl, like the wailing of ghosts and wolves.

Yellow sand swept in from all directions, instantly merging the sky and the earth into a chaotic expanse.

The carriage shook violently in the gale, and sand pelted against the carriage walls with a dense, crackling sound.

Bai Liuyue had never seen anything like this before. She was so frightened that her face turned pale, and she shrank into Bai Siyue's arms.

"Fourth Sister... will we be blown away by the wind? Will we be buried by the sand?"

She asked, her voice trembling.

"Don't be afraid."

Bai Siyue hugged her tightly. Although she herself was a little scared, she knew that she couldn't panic at this moment. "It's okay."

“Our carriage is very sturdy, and Qin Liangyu and her men are very experienced.”

"Get some sleep, you'll be fine tomorrow."

Her voice has a convincing power.

Bai Liuyue gradually calmed down in her arms.

The sandstorm lasted all night.

The next morning, when the wind died down and they stepped out of the carriage, they found that the world outside had completely changed.

The wheels of several carriages were already half-buried by the yellow sand.

If they hadn't set up camp in time, the entire convoy would probably have been swallowed up by the sandstorm.

After more than ten days of trekking, they finally emerged from this deadly Gobi Desert.

Before our eyes appeared a long-lost oasis.

In the distance, a magnificent stone city stands on the horizon.

"Fourth Sister! Look!"

Bai Liuyue pointed at the city and excitedly shouted, "Is that the capital of the Great Stone Kingdom? Are we...are we here?"

Looking at the city full of exotic charm, Bai Siyue's tense nerves, which had been stretched for more than a month, finally relaxed.

"Ah."

She nodded. "We've arrived."

Before the convoy even approached the city gate, a group of cavalrymen dressed in the attire of the Great Stone Kingdom came to meet them.

Upon seeing the banner of the Marquis of Anguo's mansion hanging on the convoy, the leading general immediately dismounted and bowed respectfully.

"Could it be the fourth and sixth young ladies of the Marquis of Anguo's mansion in person? My king has been waiting here for quite some time!"

Escorted by cavalry, the convoy drove into the capital in a grand procession.

The sights inside the city were an eye-opener for the Bai sisters.

The buildings here are mostly constructed of massive stones, exhibiting a rugged and majestic style.

The pedestrians on the street had deep-set eyes and high noses, and wore brightly colored clothes, which were very different from those of the people in the Central Plains.

The convoy did not stop in the city, but was led directly to the most magnificent palace in the city center.

As Bai Siyue and Bai Liuyue stepped off the carriage and onto the white jade steps of the palace, a female official dressed in a magnificent palace gown hurried up to greet them, her face beaming with undisguised joy.

"Is that Miss Fourth and Miss Six? That's wonderful! You've finally arrived!"

She said eagerly, "Your Majesty... Your Majesty has been waiting for a long time!"

"She...she's been talking about you guys!"

Upon hearing the word "Queen," the two sisters' hearts leaped into their throats.

They exchanged a glance, quickened their pace, and walked deeper into the magnificent palace.

May, here we come.

"..."

Bai's childbirth process in May went much more smoothly thanks to the support of April and June.

In April, he took over the Queen's palace.

From food and drink to security, everything was arranged meticulously.

June, on the other hand, is like a walking pistachio and snack shop, finding all sorts of ways to make May happy every day, and keeping her very cheerful.

Otherwise, I feel like I'm going to have prenatal anxiety in May.

A month later, in May, she successfully gave birth to a baby boy.

The birth of the little prince immersed the entire Kingdom of Stone in joy.

The two young ladies from the Bai family who were instrumental in this endeavor became distinguished guests throughout the Great Stone Kingdom.

The two sisters stayed in Da Shi Kingdom for a while longer, helping May recover her health and taking care of the newborn.

It was during this period that some unexpected things began to happen.

Bai Liuyue, a glutinous rice ball in Beijing, had no other labels besides being edible and cute.

In the exotic Western Regions, he inexplicably became a heartthrob...

The first person to notice something was wrong was Bai Siyue.

The incident occurred at a grand court banquet.

The atmosphere at banquets in the Western Regions is much more unrestrained than that in the Central Plains.

People ate meat heartily, drank wine from large bowls, and sang and danced.

When a whole roasted camel was served, everyone waited patiently for the king to make the first cut, except for Bai Liuyue, whose eyes shone like stars in the sky.

She whispered to April beside her, "Fourth Sister, is camel meat delicious?"

"Which is more fragrant, lamb or mutton?"

Her voice wasn't loud, but it was overheard by a wealthy businessman from Japan sitting next to her.

The merchant's name was Farhad. He was tall and handsome, with blue eyes like the waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

Looking at Bai Liuyue's drooling, innocent expression, he felt as if a kitten's paw had gently scratched his heart.

He stood up with a smile and said in fluent Mandarin, "My beautiful lady, the most exquisite part of camel meat is the hump, which is fatty but not greasy and melts in your mouth."

"Please allow me to fetch some for you to taste."

As he spoke, he gracefully walked to the roasted whole camel, personally cut off the fattest piece of camel hump meat, placed it on a golden plate, and respectfully presented it to Bai Liuyue.

"Thank you! You're such a kind person!"

Bai Liuyue took the plate, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons with laughter, and generously gave him a "good guy" card.

She took a bite, her eyes crinkling with happiness, and mumbled a soft, indistinct exclamation: "Mmm...delicious!"

"It tastes even better than roasted lamb leg!"

Seeing her undisguised satisfaction, Farhad's gaze softened even more.

From that day on, this romantic Japanese businessman launched a fierce culinary offensive against Bai Liuyue.

Today we're sending the sweetest Hami melons from the Western Regions, tomorrow we'll send ice lotus freshly picked from the snow-capped mountains, and the day after tomorrow we'll present a whole cartload of dried meat marinated in spices.

Bai Liuyue's response to this was—to accept all comers without hesitation!

And every time, he would sincerely praise the other person: "Farhad, you are truly the friend I've ever met who knows how to find the best food!"

Farhad: "..."

He felt as if his vast wealth and romantic spirit had been used as a walking menu...

The Kingdom of Loulan was located next to the Kingdom of Dashi. The newly appointed King of Loulan was young and promising, and he came to the Kingdom of Dashi for a state visit.

At the welcome banquet held for him, he saw the figure that haunted his dreams.

That's right, she is Bai Liuyue.

The young king grew tired of the court ladies, whose mannerisms and speech were all identical.

When he saw Bai Liuyue munching on grapes while curiously observing the dancers, clapping and cheering without restraint when she was enjoying herself, he felt as if the whole world had been illuminated.

He had never seen such a vibrant and genuine girl.

Her round cheeks made her look so healthy and blessed.

In his view, she was simply the perfect candidate for queen!