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Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing stood side by side in front of the mansion gate, looking at the festive scene, their hearts filled with emotion.

As night falls, the Prince's Mansion is brightly lit and a grand celebration banquet is about to begin.

The guests took their seats and toasted together, the atmosphere was warm and lively.

Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing sat in the main seats and smiled at each other.

The banquet was in full swing when suddenly a burst of clear laughter was heard and everyone looked in the direction of the sound.

I saw a woman in a brocade dress coming lightly. It was Su Qiaoer.

Her face was as red as a peach, her eyes were smiling, she walked up to Lin Wanqing, bowed slightly and said: "Madam Wanqing, you deserve the most credit for today's victory, I would like to congratulate you."

Lin Wanqing smiled slightly, a hint of tenderness flashed in her eyes, and she nodded gently.

"Sister Qiao'er, you're too polite. It's all thanks to the soldiers who risked their lives that we have today's victory."

As they were talking, Madam Lu, supported by her maid, slowly walked into the banquet hall.

Her eyes searched the crowd and finally fixed on Lu Shengyuan. Her eyes couldn't help but redden and she said in a trembling voice, "Yuan'er, you're finally back. Mother misses you every day and only hopes that you return safely. It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back!"

Seeing this, Lu Shengyuan quickly stood up, walked quickly forward, and knelt in front of Madam Lu, his voice choked with sobs.

"Mother, I am unfilial and have made you worry."

The mother and son embraced each other affectionately, and all the guests were moved.

At this time, Lu Ming also hurried forward and patted his brother's shoulder, his eyes full of concern.

"Father, you're finally back. The family has been worried."

Lu Shengyuan turned to look at Lu Ming, patted him on the back, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, I'm fine, right? Thanks to Wan Qing and the soldiers."

Hearing this, Lu Ming also looked at Lin Wanqing, with a glint of admiration in his eyes: "You are amazing!"

Lin Wanqing smiled in response, with a gentle glint in her eyes.

The banquet reached its climax in warmth and joy.

Lin Wanqing's gaze gently swept across Su Qiaoer's slightly bulging belly.

A warm feeling welled up in her heart, and she smiled softly, "Qiao'er, your belly is getting rounder and rounder. Calculating the date, I'm afraid you're going to give birth soon, right?"

Su Qiaoer's cheeks turned slightly red and she nodded shyly.

"Yes, the doctor said it will be in a few days. I am both excited and a little nervous."

Lin Wanqing patted the back of her hand and comforted her, "Don't be afraid. During this period, you must pay more attention to your health and don't get tired."

Su Qiaoer nodded gratefully, with a glint of trust in her eyes.

At this moment, Mrs. Lin seemed to be afraid that Lu Shengyuan would be distracted by the festive atmosphere and would not be able to return home. She held his hand tightly and refused to let him leave, her eyes full of love and reluctance.

"Yuan'er, you just came back. Mother wants to talk to you more. Please sit with me for a while."

Lu Shengyuan looked at his mother's gray hair and wrinkles at the corners of her eyes, and his heart was filled with sadness and guilt.

He gently held his mother's hand and replied softly, "Mom, I obey your command. Tonight, I will have a good chat with you."

Lin Wanqing watched this scene from the side and was deeply moved.

She knew very well that no matter how glorious one's military exploits were, the warmth and affection of home were the softest part of a person's heart.

So, she smiled gently and said to everyone, "Everyone, continue drinking. I'll talk to Shengyuan and mother and will be back later."

The guests responded one after another, and the laughter and joy of the banquet rang out again.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan accompanied Old Madam Lin and slowly walked into the inner hall.

The three of them sat together in a warm and peaceful atmosphere.

Old Madam Lin took Lu Shengyuan's hand and asked in detail about the situation on the battlefield, her eyes full of concern and worry.

Lu Shengyuan spoke softly, inserting some lighthearted and funny stories from time to time, which gradually relaxed Mrs. Lin's mood.

Lin Wanqing listened quietly on the side, occasionally interjecting a word or two to make the atmosphere more harmonious.

As the night deepened, the party gradually drew to a close.

The guests said goodbye and left one after another, and the Prince's Mansion returned to peace.

Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing stood in front of the mansion gate, watching the last guest leave.

Su Qiaoer and Lu Ming stood at the edge of the banquet. After the guests left, they whispered to each other, as if sharing their thoughts.

"Minglang."

Su Qiaoer gently pulled Lu Ming's hand, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes.

"Now that my father has returned triumphantly, it's a great joy, but I feel a little worried."

Hearing this, Lu Ming frowned slightly and looked at Su Qiaoer in confusion.

"Qiao'er, why do you say that? When father comes back, won't our family be reunited?"

Su Qiaoer shook her head gently, her eyes gentle and deep.

"Father has made outstanding military achievements and was named the Great General Protector of the Nation. This is a great honor, but precisely because of this, the matter of the throne..."

When she reached this point, her voice gradually lowered, and she seemed to be having difficulty speaking.

Lu Ming's heart trembled. Although he was young, he was not ignorant of the world.

He was silent for a moment before he said, "Qiao'er, are you saying that my father's return will affect my succession to the throne?"

Su Qiaoer nodded slightly, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes.

"Yes, since ancient times, the succession of the throne has not been easy. If your father is still alive, this throne..."

She hadn't finished her words, but her meaning was clear.

When Lu Ming heard this, his expression changed slightly, but he immediately regained his composure.

He held Su Qiaoer's hand tightly, and a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.

"Qiao'er, don't worry. No matter what happens, you will always be a member of my Lu family. I will never let you and your child suffer any injustice."

Su Qiaoer felt warm in her heart when she heard this, and she leaned gently into Lu Ming's arms.

"Minglang, I feel relieved with your words."

The moonlight was like water, quietly spreading in every corner of the Prince's Mansion.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan walked hand in hand in the garden. Their shadows were stretched out in the moonlight, just like the years they had spent together, lingering and long.

"Wanqing, thank you for your hard work these days."

Lu Shengyuan stopped and turned to look at Lin Wanqing, his eyes full of affection.

Lin Wanqing smiled slightly and shook his head gently.

"For you, for this family, nothing is hard."

When Lu Shengyuan heard this, a warm feeling surged in his heart and he held Lin Wanqing's hand tightly.

"Wanqing, I..."

Before he could finish his words, Lin Wanqing gently touched his lips with her finger.

"Don't say anything, as long as you are by my side, that's enough."

The two embraced each other affectionately, and the moonlight shone on them, as if covering this deep affection with a thin veil.

At this moment, Su Qiaoer and Lu Ming also returned to their respective courtyards.

Lu Ming lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.

Su Qiaoer's words kept echoing in his mind, and he couldn't help but start thinking about his future.

With my father's return, the succession of the throne is indeed a big problem.

Although he is the son of a prince, it is not easy to inherit the throne.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel an inexplicable irritation and uneasiness in his heart.

On the other side, Su Qiaoer also did not fall asleep.