Rebirth of a Concubine's Daughter

"I'm done drinking. Can I go with you, brother?"

Shen Nanyan put down the bowl, wiped the corner of her lips with the back of her hand, and couldn't wait to ask Lu Jiusi.

"Don't talk while eating and don't talk while sleeping. Don't you understand? Keep going."

Although she was reluctant, seeing Lu Jiusi's serious look, Shen Nanyan calmed down, picked up her chopsticks and ate her meal in peace.

Anyway, it was Lu Jiusi who asked her to eat it, so it would be a waste not to eat it. Besides, she was really hungry.

Lu Jiusi ate a lot more during this meal than he usually did when he was alone, and his expression relaxed.

But after the two finished their meal, Shen Yunzhi had not returned yet. Lu Jiusi did not mention Shen Yunzhi, but asked Shen Nanyan if she could play chess. Before Shen Nanyan could answer, he had someone set up the chessboard.

Shen Nanyan had no choice but to sit down and play chess with him again. However, Shen Nanyan, who rarely played chess in the past, was in particularly good shape today and defeated Lu Jiusi. This made Shen Nanyan smile more and more, and she relaxed and gradually became bolder.

"Oh, no, no, I didn't see this step just now. I won't go here... I'll let..."

Shen Nanyue once again withdrew the chess piece to Lu Jiusi's shock. Even though Lu Jiusi had told her that there was no regret in making a move, she acted as if she had not heard it.

"Regret your move again."

"What's the big deal? With so many chess pieces, it's understandable that one of them makes a poorly thought-out move now and then, right? It's your turn now, hurry up, don't waste time, it'll be dark soon if you waste any more time."

Lu Jiusi seemed to be giving a wry smile, but in fact his face was full of unintentional doting.

"the last time."

"Yes, yes, yes, in the end... Oh, you're too much. Why are we getting so tired of this? It's so hot and spicy. Why is it getting harder and harder?"

"Perhaps there is still hope. Won't you take a closer look?"

Shen Nanyan stared at the chessboard, and Lu Jiusi lowered his eyes and looked at Shen Nanyan quietly. He suddenly felt that on such a cold and snowy day, it was also a good thing to stay in the house and play chess alone.

"Your Highness, look... the snow outside seems to be getting heavier."

The moment Lu Jiusi turned his head, Shen Nanyue secretly grabbed the chess piece and was about to move it, but she didn't expect Lu Jiusi to grab her hand.

"It's a good use of making a feint to the east and attacking in the west."

As he spoke, the tips of Lu Jiusi's ears had already turned red. A subtle feeling spread from the palm of his hand that was holding Shen Nanyue to his whole body. His heart was beating rapidly, as if it was about to jump out of his chest.

Shen Nanyan came to her senses and quickly pulled her hand away, her cheeks slightly red.

"Your Majesty... Your Highness..."

"When will you be a 15-year-old?"

"Ah...me? My coming-of-age ceremony?"

"When?"

"Two more years."

Lu Jiusi didn't say anything else, with his eyes downcast, not knowing what he was thinking. Shen Nanyan rubbed the back of her hand, her heart in a mess.

The atmosphere in the room was so strange that Shen Nanyan didn't dare to breathe.

At this time, Qingyu's voice was heard at the door, and soon he walked in with Shen Yunzhi. When Shen Nanyue saw that it was her brother, she immediately left Lu Jiusi and rushed over.

"elder brother."

Shen Nanyan grabbed Shen Yunzhi's hand without any discomfort. This scene made Lu Jiusi feel a clear contrast. He had just tried to break free, but now he was holding Shen Yunzhi tightly.

At this moment, in Lu Jiusi's eyes, Shen Yunzhi was a man, and he seemed to automatically ignore the fact that Shen Yunzhi was also Shen Nanyue's biological brother.

"Have you been waiting here for me?"

"I heard that my brother went to the training ground. Are you tired?"

"It's okay, it feels very different."

"Go find your aunt and get you some good nourishment."

Shen Nanyan's eyes rolled, and then she turned to look at Lu Jiusi.

"Your Highness, can my brother go with you to the battle?"

"Shen Yunzhi, go back and pack your luggage. We will set off on the ninth day of the new year."

"Really? Brother, that's great, great."

Lu Jiusi did not answer Shen Nanyan, but gave Shen Yunzhi a clear answer. Shen Nanyan was very happy and grabbed Shen Yunzhi's big hand with a smile on her face.

"I will definitely live up to your highness's expectations."

Lu Jiusi's eyes were fixed on Shen Nanyue until the brother and sister thanked him and left.

She does not have the cautiousness, squeamishness, or affectation of a young lady from an aristocratic family. She follows etiquette in a lively manner. She seems heartless, but in fact she is meticulous and thoughtful. However, she is also open and honest, not secretive or using tricks. She is like the sunshine in April, warm and direct.

No woman had ever entered the Huai Palace, and no woman had ever been close to him. He had never spent so much time on a little woman as he did today.

Lu Jiusi looked down at his palms, clenched them lightly with his fingertips, and rubbed them gently, as if there was still some residual warmth in his palms.

That night, Shen Yunzhi went to Shen Zongyuan's study and told Shen Zongyuan what had happened. Shen Zongyuan was stunned at first. He had never thought that his useless son could have such a relationship with Prince Huai and was now going to follow him to the battlefield. This was a great thing to bring honor to the family. But he soon fell into deep thought again.

Swords and knives are merciless on the battlefield. Although I have always said that I want to kick Shen Yunzhi out of the house, he is my own child after all. How can I not feel sorry for him? Going to the battlefield is not a joke. If you are not careful, you may lose your child.

"Are you really going there? Think carefully. The battlefield is littered with corpses and is extremely dangerous. Have you considered the consequences?"

At this moment, Shen Zongyuan was truly a loving father, and there was heartache in his eyes when he looked at Shen Yunzhi.

"Father, if all men in the world are afraid of death and unwilling to stand up to fight foreign enemies, how can the people live in peace? Moreover, I am following Prince Huai. Prince Huai is a god of war. He is brave and resourceful. I will definitely be fine. Even if something does happen, I still have my eldest brother at home. I will not lose anything if I can bring honor to the Shen family."

Hearing about bringing honor to the family, Shen Zongyuan's eyes became moist. When Shen Nanyue told him about this before, he thought it made sense. Even now, he felt that joining the army was also a way for Shen Yunzhi, but as a father, he always had some ties with his children.

"The expedition is arduous, the journey is long, and danger can arise at any time. You must stay strong. If...if you encounter danger, don't fight head-on. You must know how to avoid it. Your life is the most important thing. Remember, our family is waiting for your return."

"I understand and will definitely not let my father worry. But I am worried about my grandmother. Can you please not tell her about this for now?"

"Well, it's only a few days away. Spend more time with your grandmother when you have time. She truly loves you and your child."

"My son knows."

This was the most serious, calm and warmest conversation between father and son in all these years.

After coming out of Shen Zongyuan's yard, Shen Yunzhi went to Aunt Su's yard. Shen Nanyan had come in advance to tell Aunt Su about the situation, and even brought out her little fairy friend, saying that the little fairy promised to bless Shen Yunzhi. Only then did Aunt Su wipe her tears and calm down a little.

So when Shen Yunzhi came, Aunt Su did not try to stop him too much. She just took her son aside and gave him many instructions. She even asked someone to prepare thick winter clothes for Shen Yunzhi overnight.

Shen Yunzhi quietly took Shen Nanyue's hand and whispered "Thank you!" in her ear.