The mistress is not a cannon fodder, the cold prince falls in love with her every night

Three years later.

It's rainy season again in the south.

This year's heavy rain came with great force and looked very dangerous.

Pei Heng was in his study, reading a letter from the south, his brows furrowed.

"what happened?"

Su Li brought in tea and saw it just in time.

Pei Heng handed the letter over, and Su Li read it while listening to him.

"In recent years, Third Uncle has supervised the construction of the Qiantang Seawall in Lin'an, and it's been quite successful. However, unlike the past three years of good weather, this year's weather is frightening. It's been pouring rain since the beginning of the flood season. Third Uncle is worried about the people living along the river and the coast."

"The river embankment and seawall took five years to build. They have withstood many floods, big and small, and have ensured peace and prosperity for the people of Lin'an for five years. Don't worry, husband, we will get through this year smoothly too." Su Li comforted.

"Yes. I still trust Third Uncle. The seawall will be completely repaired this year. If it can completely withstand this flood season without any major problems, the Emperor will promote Third Uncle back to the capital."

"Yes, the floods were so devastating, and Uncle San built dikes and dams, ensuring a century of peace in Lin'an. His merits are truly immeasurable."

Uncle San has been in Lin'an for 7 years and has achieved remarkable results.

This current storm is a test of Uncle San's work over the past few years. If it succeeds, his career will be smooth. If it fails, he will have to live in Lin'an for many years, and may even be convicted.

It is normal for couples to worry.

Within a month, news came from the south.

"Master, everything went smoothly. The dike has withstood the test, and the people of Lin'an suffered no losses during this year's flood season. Lin'an will have another year of bumper harvests."

Liancheng brings good news.

Pei Heng and his wife had been worried for more than a month, and finally they breathed a sigh of relief.

"I heard that the river and sea embankments stretch for dozens of miles, not only protecting the people in the area but also making it quite a sight. Residents from surrounding counties and prefectures have organized trips to visit and have fun. I heard it's become a popular tourist destination!"

Liancheng gestured quickly.

"Because the dike is shaped like an inverted trumpet from the seashore to the inland, the waves surge every time the tide comes in, creating many unique tidal landscapes. It's especially spectacular on full moon nights and during the Mid-Autumn Festival."

Pei Heng looked at the letter and continued to explain.

"I never imagined that the floods that once wreaked havoc, destroyed crops and killed people could now be tamed by my uncle, turning them into ditches that irrigate thousands of miles of fertile fields and create this unique and magical landscape."

Su Li also admires her third uncle very much.

She had never participated in the construction of dikes and dams. It was the ancient uncle, who used his wisdom to lead countless skilled craftsmen to work day and night to build such a great project.

Thinking of this, Su Li suggested:

"Husband, since Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, why don't we take the opportunity to go to Lin'an and witness this rare tidal spectacle? It's also a good opportunity to visit Grandma, Father, and the others. Okay?"

Pei Heng and his son have not seen each other for four years since Pei Shizong went to Lin'an.

All hatred and resentment were eliminated.

"Alright."

The kids were definitely able to go out and play, and they all had a blast.

Xi Jie'er was already fourteen years old and had grown into a graceful young lady. Upon hearing this, she jumped up with joy, hugged Su Li and shouted:

"Mother, that's great. I haven't seen Aunt Pei Yao and Aunt Pei Xin for many years. I heard that Aunt Pei Yao's children are already rolling around on the floor, but I haven't seen them yet! Mother, as the eldest sister, I have to prepare some good gifts for them this time! Also, I have to go visit Aunt Li and Old Fei!"

Su Li was held so tightly by Xi Jie'er that she couldn't breathe. She smiled and said:

"Okay, you make your own arrangements. But Xijie, you'll be coming of age in two years. Remember to be more cautious when you're out and about. Don't act like you're at home."

Xi Jie'er stayed in Su Li's arms and said coquettishly:

"Mother, I'm only fourteen. Father said I'm still young and won't marry until I'm twenty! So I'm still a child now, and I have many years to act like a spoiled child around you!"

"Your father dotes on you!"

"What? I only have this one daughter, can't I spoil her? Sister Xi, come here."

Pei Heng hooked his hand, hugged his precious daughter and asked:

"Have any brats been harassing you lately?"

Xi Jieer pouted when she heard this and said dissatisfiedly:

"Dad, you and the Crown Prince have sent all the brats to the military camp. Who's still harassing me?"

Seeing Xijie'er growing up day by day and becoming more and more beautiful, Pei Heng, the old father, feels uneasy every day.

Two years ago, he had an idea and colluded with Li Ji to send Xie An, Li Xun, Li Shou and a large group of lackeys around them to the military camp.

Now, these brats are all under the control of Lin Wanfu.

They train like crazy during the day and are exhausted like dead dogs at night. They only have one day off a month, so where do they have the time to steal his cabbage?

Pei Heng was very happy to hear Xi Jie'er say this.

"That's good. Remember, don't get married before you're twenty."

This was what his wife told him.

They said that in their time, women could not get married until they were 22, because marrying too early would make them mentally and physically immature. If they got pregnant, they would easily have a difficult birth!

This scared Pei Heng.

When Su Li gave birth to Pei Le, she was only nineteen, and it was indeed very dangerous.

He only has this one precious daughter, and he must protect her at all costs.

Lowering the age limit to twenty is already very generous.

"Where's Pei Le?"

Su Li turned around and asked Song Tao,

Song Tao covered her mouth and laughed, "Madam, the young master is still in the Princess's residence and hasn't come back yet!"

Pei Le is relying on the little princess.

Su Li couldn't help laughing and shook her head:

"Isn't he afraid that the Prince Consort will beat him out with a stick?"

"The Prince Consort is not at home today." Song Tao said, "The young master has done his homework and went when the Prince Consort is not at home."

Pei Heng chuckled twice and said:

"Good job, brat. Better than his father!"

Counting on my fingers,

"The little princess is now four years old, and it will take another 12 years for her to reach the age of marriage. You little brat still has a long way to go."

Su Li rolled her eyes.

"Why, your own daughter has to stay until she's twenty to get married, but other people's daughters have to be brought home at sixteen? You're so hypocritical."

"How can you be so double-standard!"

Pei Heng glared and said, "Let the brat bring the little princess home as soon as possible so that we can feel at ease. At worst, we can make an agreement with the brat to wait until the little princess turns 20 before having a child. It won't delay either of us."

Ah!

What a good father.

Look at Prince Consort Shen, he won’t break your precious son’s legs!

The Pei family happily discussed heading south.

In the palace, the emperor could no longer sit still.

Four years had already passed since the one year we had agreed upon. Ji'er had grown up, and was now adept at handling government and military affairs. It was time for him, the emperor, to leave.

Li Guo called Li Ji and instructed him:

"Prince, I intend to leave the palace incognito for a private visit and ask you to supervise the country."

When Li Ji heard this, he knew that the time of separation had finally come.