The princess is so powerful that the fish pond is full of people

Hearing this, Minglang became interested; the little trap she had just set was merely a test.

Liang Chongyue had only eaten a plate of fruit when the chessboard was already covered with traps set by Minglang.

Do you think I can't see it?

Liang Chongyue put down the plate and looked at Minglang with great sincerity.

"The chess manual left by my grandfather says this is an open strategy, which means that the opponent knows it is a trap but has no way to escape and will willingly admit defeat."

Hearing her words, Liang Chongyue couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Guess how your grandfather lost to me back then."

Liang Chongyue had a clear understanding of the overall situation among his sons.

His bright brows went from relaxed to slightly furrowed, and now they are tightly furrowed.

"Did Mother do this on purpose?"

Liang Chongyue did not deny it: "What? The magistrate can set fires, but the common people can't even light lamps?"

Minglang held a white piece in his hand, but hesitated to make a move.

"No rush, Mother will wait for you to think it over slowly."

His bright face was serious, and his eyes probed between the gaps, which was the result of countless mental calculations of the move.

After Liang Chongyue ate another plate of fruit, Minglang finally made his move.

"Mother, it's your turn."

Liang Chongyue casually flicked his wrist, and the next second a bright and cheerful laugh could be heard:

"Hahahaha, I finally won! All my years of dedicated research have paid off."

When Liang Chongyue turned around, she saw Minglang with a look that said, "You finally fell for it."

Liang Chongyue put down the empty plate in her hand, looked at her with amusement, and began to review Minglang's actions step by step.

“You have indeed made a lot of progress outside over the years, and your mother looks at you with new respect. But what if I were to place this child here?”

Liang Chongyue pointed to a spot in the middle of the chessboard, looked at Minglang, and waited for Minglang's response.

"Then I lost, but I won this round."

Liang Chongyue nodded: "That's right, you won beautifully, combining the strengths of both families. Your grandfather will be very proud of you now that you're so good."

Bright, bright...

Liang Chongyue silently recited Minglang's name in her heart, recalling the thoughts she had when she first heard the name.

If her scumbag father saw how outstanding Minglang is now, would he regret giving her this name?

Although not a man, he is far superior to any man.

"Now that you're so capable, I'm relieved."

Minglang subconsciously felt something was off; the meaning behind those words sounded so familiar to her.

"What does Mother mean by this?"

Liang Chongyue shook her head and began to tidy up the chessboard: "It's nothing, but your mother is proud of you."

Minglang is so amazing, she can have a blast outside and not go back for seven or eight years without any problems.

Perhaps a royal decree could be sent to Minglang remotely; dying outside wouldn't matter.

That way, there's no need to rush back; after you die, Minglang can just send someone to pick you up.

The days before the New Year flew by. Before the dawn, Liang Chongyue's daily life was pretty much the same.

But after Minglang arrived, her life was forced to become more colorful.

As soon as she woke up, Minglang dragged her around to play. There were several scenic spots in Jiangnan that she had missed, but Minglang took her to see them all again.

"My mother is getting old and can't compare to you now, so let's not go today."

On the last day before the New Year, Liang Chongyue just wanted to stay in the yard, bask in the sun, and take a nap.

He even brought up the system: "I think this puppy is quite interested, why don't you take it with you?"

The system also cooperated, wagging its tail wildly toward the light.

Minglang gently patted the puppy's head, then turned his gaze to his mother: "We're not going out to run around today. Grandma told me to take Mother out to buy Spring Festival couplets. If Mother doesn't get up soon, Grandma will come up and call for help."

Liang Chongyue regretted inviting Minglang over for the New Year: "I called you here to keep your grandmother company, not to keep me company."

She'd had enough of being with people and now just wanted to be alone for a while. She'd already added dozens of books to her bookshelf, ready to listen.

I haven't finished listening to a single book since Minglang came.

"Is Mother disgusted with me? Fine, I'll pack my things and go back now so as not to bother Mother."

Liang Chongyue was completely at her wits' end. She had been having fun these past few days, and with the New Year just around the corner, she said she had to leave.

Who are they trying to manipulate?

"Okay, I'll get up now."

Upon hearing this, Minglang dashed out of the house.

He peeked into the room, gripping the door with both hands, and said to Liang Chongyue:

"I'll wait for my mother outside. Hurry up, or the pretty couplets will be gone."

After Liang Chongyue finished packing, Minglang took her to the marketplace.

"I think these characters are not even as good as mine. Why don't I buy some blank ones and write them myself when I get home?"

Minglang shook his head upon hearing this.

“No, in previous years our family used the ones written by my mother and me. Grandma specifically told me that we must buy these this time.”

Minglang couldn't stop talking about his mother, so Liang Chongyue accepted it and joined Minglang in putting up the Spring Festival couplets.

"The sound of horses' hooves heralds the dawn, and the chirping of swallows and the songs of orioles welcome the New Year. This is a good one."

"Plum and bamboo symbolize peace and the arrival of spring; ailanthus and daylilies symbolize prosperity and longevity. This painting of peace throughout the four seasons is also very good."

They were initially picky, but as they continued to choose, Liang Chongyue and Minglang ended up with more and more Spring Festival couplets in their hands.

I only found out when I went to pay the bill.

"With so many Spring Festival couplets, will we be able to put them all up on all the doors at home?"

Liang Chongyue nodded.

"Perfect, there are two extra small ones, we can put them in the cats' and dogs' beds."

When Liang Chongyue arrived in Jiangnan, he built a nest for the system in the courtyard when he had nothing to do.

The system just never sleeps.

The Empress Dowager was also reluctant to let the system sleep outside, fearing it would get cold.

That nest is just for show.

It's in use now.

On their way back, Liang Chongyue and Minglang bought several lucky charms to hang in their home for a festive occasion.

After Minglang boarded the carriage, Liang Chongyue said to Fei He, who was following behind:

"Go prepare more fireworks, let's set them off to our hearts' content tonight when it's bright and clear."

Fireworks are regulated and cannot be used arbitrarily without orders from above.

Fireworks are only set off uniformly in various prefectures, counties and districts during festivals.

It's no secret that she spends the New Year here, and Jiangnan is close to the capital.

From the moment that big fat dog from the system walked out of the inn.

The officials in Jiangnan already knew she was there, and they were sensible enough not to disturb her.

"Yes, I'll go right away."

If we start preparing now, we should be able to bring in a lot of fireworks by tonight.

As soon as Liang Chongyue got into the carriage, she saw Minglang looking at her with bright eyes.

"Did you hear everything?"

Minglang nodded: "It's been several years since I last set off fireworks with my mother and grandmother. Thinking about it now, I really miss it."

Seeing Minglang's state, Liang Chongyue made a call to the system.

"Buy some novel fireworks at the mall, nothing too extravagant, so as not to cause panic during the Chinese New Year."

The system received the instruction and immediately began to work.

"The Eight Horses painting is a must for the Year of the Horse, and Minglang has been showing plenty of fireworks in Beijing, so I'll buy those too..."