After being rejected, he emptied the mansion and went into exile

Although Shen Jinyao has the mind of a modern person, she felt quite ashamed discussing these things with her mother.

She shook her head vaguely.

Madam Shen glanced at the servants, and they left the room on their own.

“Jin’er, marrying General Xiang was originally a last resort for our Shen family. We had already made an agreement with General Xiang at that time.”

"But people aren't plants or trees, how can they be without feelings? Having spent so much time with General Xiang, I can see his good intentions towards you."

"But... what a mother hopes for most is the safety of her children. Compared to your noble status and wealthy life, all I want is for you to be safe and sound."

“When the Emperor started his rebellion, Mother knew that General Xiang wouldn’t be able to stabilize the situation for at least a year or two. I…”

"It's all your father and mother's fault for being incapable of protecting you. Now, we have to send you to the battlefield with the general, I..."

Shen Jinyao sighed.

What I fear most is that the person who loves you won't argue with you, but will only say things that are for your own good and silently shed tears.

“Mother, please don’t think like that. Jin’er is a living, breathing person. It’s not that the general did anything to me.”

“He has never interfered in my affairs. We have talked about going to the battlefield. Mother, I am capable of protecting myself. I assure you that I will return safely.”

She thought for a moment and then added, "Including Zhiyong, Zhixue, and... Xiang Hongxuan, we will all return safely."

Madam Xiang nodded heavily upon hearing this; she knew all of this.

only……

She feared that in the blink of an eye, she might accidentally be separated from her Jin'er.

She had already lost Jin'er once.

Shen Jinyao hugged Madam Xiang.

This wasn't their first hug, but this time Shen Jinyao was particularly attentive, no longer playing a role.

A voice, trembling with tears, came from beside her, "You're not her, are you?"

Shen Jinyao stood there, stunned, her limbs gradually growing cold.

How would my mother know?

She tried to get up, but found that Madam Shen was holding her very tightly. If Shen Jinyao used brute force, she would definitely hurt Madam Shen.

Madam Shen held Shen Jinyao's arm and explained, "Don't be afraid. I know you are no longer my Jin'er, but I am already content that you can stay by our side in her place."

Although her Jin'er had been bedridden for a long time, she still knew what kind of person he was.

She doesn't consider herself a heroine, but she does have some insights.

The other children she raised also had their strengths and weaknesses, but none of them had a personality like Jin'er's.

"I've always known that, besides thanking you, I feel even more sorry for you."

After all, they had done so much for the Shen family.

"The Marquis is unaware of this matter, but he may have his own guesses. I originally thought that once the Shen family is settled, you could leave the Shen family if you wish."

"It's not that your mother doesn't want you, it's just that your mother knows that the small Shen family can't contain you."

Madam Shen chuckled softly as she spoke, "But as time goes by, your mother will be reluctant to part with you, so you must take good care of yourself, understand?"

"I've already lost Jin'er, but I can't lose you too."

After Madam Shen finished speaking, a tear fell onto Shen Jinyao's shoulder, as if a clear spring had flowed over her somewhat barren heart.

So, my mother knew all along.

What could be more joyful than having your efforts appreciated by others?

Shen Jinyao couldn't express her feelings, so she could only nod emphatically, "Don't worry, Mother, I haven't caused you any trouble yet. I'll be back soon."

Madam Shen burst into laughter through her tears.

Footsteps outside interrupted the mother and daughter's conversation.

Mrs. Shen left reluctantly, only saying that she wanted to go and check if the luggage she had prepared was enough.

As soon as Xiang Hongxuan entered the room, he noticed Shen Jinyao's red, swollen eyes.

She seldom cries.

Most of the time, it's just a matter of getting a little red in the eyes.

Thinking back to how the Marquis had reprimanded him mercilessly in the study just now, Xiang Hongxuan felt even less bothered.

He knew Shen Jinyao's background, and that there were many more people who loved her here, so she would surely feel even more reluctant and moved.

I will no longer miss that world.

When Shen Jinyao saw Xiang Hongxuan come in, she changed the subject and asked, "What did Father want to talk to you about?"

Xiang Hongxuan's face was expressionless, but his tone was relaxed.

"My father said he wished he could beat me up."

Shen Jinyao was stunned for a moment, but when she came to her senses, she couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Xiang Hongxuan touched his nose; his father-in-law naturally didn't say it so bluntly.

He simply couldn't bear to see this person so heartbroken.

Shen Jinyao walked up to Xiang Hongxuan and said, "Then I'm sorry to trouble you, General, to take the scolding for me."

"What did you call me?"

Shen Jinyao chuckled, "Husband."

Xiang Hongxuan didn't stand on ceremony at all, "How should I thank you?"

Shen Jinyao was deep in thought when a face suddenly appeared in front of her.

His facial expression remained calm, but his eyes were full of cunning.

He pointed to his cheek.

Shen Jinyao chuckled and tapped his cheek. "What? Is your face itchy? Let me pinch it for you?"

Xiang Hongxuan narrowed his eyes at the woman in front of him. "Give me a kiss, and I'll forgive you."

Shen Jinyao wasn't shy at all; she hugged the man's head and gave him a big kiss.

Perhaps it was a problem with the posture, or perhaps it was a problem with the force used, but the sound was rather loud.

Interspersed with ambiguous breathing sounds.

"Boom!"

Shen Jinyao, who had been quite calm, suddenly blushed. When she looked up again, she saw Xiang Hongxuan with a smile on his face.

"My wife is so hospitable, how could I possibly refuse her..."

In short, Shen Jinyao, who was originally somewhat saddened by Madam Shen's sincere words, was instantly thrown into chaos by the man in front of her.

The two have not yet consummated their marriage; everything is still at the stage of kissing and hugging.

Shen Jinyao was fine, but Xiang Hongxuan was somewhat dissatisfied.

Night slipped by quietly, and with the sounds of servants moving about in the Shen residence, the day of departure arrived.

All members of the Shen family had finished washing and grooming.

Madam Shen looked anxiously behind her. Why hadn't Shen Leyao come out yet?

Shen Zhizheng's eyes darted around, but he couldn't find the person. He felt a sense of loss.

Everyone gathered at the entrance of the Shen residence.

They were to set off together to the palace gate to meet the emperor.

The emperor personally led the troops into battle, not only to show the people but also to the enemy country.

Upon hearing the news, the people spontaneously lined both sides of the road.

Two groups of people stood on either side of the emperor, waiting for him to give orders.

The sky was overcast, which was quite irritating.

There was a sense of desolation in the air.

"Long live the Emperor! May Heaven bless the land!"

"Long live the Emperor! May Heaven bless the land!"

……

I don't know which commoner started it, but all the commoners knelt down.

They were calling out to their king, and also to express their reluctance to part with their children who were going to war.

The emperor, dressed in military attire, finished his wine and shouted, "Send troops!"

"Yes!"

Nearly 100,000 soldiers responded, a scene of immense tragedy and grandeur!

The two groups of people walked out of the palace gate one after the other, walked through the bustling streets, and passed through the gate of Shangzhou City.