The Crown Princess is busy fishing

Seeing this, Lu Ziheng smiled knowingly and said loudly:

"In that case, I'll head back now."

Take a couple of good rests; I'm sure we'll be busy soon.

Ye Lingxuan held Lin Yuge's hand tightly, her eyes filled with reluctance:

"Fisherman's Song, I'll come visit you again in a couple of days."

After saying that, he seemed to remember something and muttered to himself, "I wonder if I can still get out."

Lin Yuge gently patted the back of her hand to comfort her.

They watched as Lu Ziheng and Ye Lingxuan departed into the distance.

Xiao Yunqing turned slightly to the side and said with a smile, "Let's go, I'll take you to your lodgings."

Lin Qingzhou and Lin Yuge, brother and sister, exchanged a glance, both seeing doubt in each other's eyes.

But he didn't say anything more and silently followed Xiao Yunqing.

Lin Yuge finally couldn't suppress her curiosity and asked softly:

"Yun Qing, where exactly have you arranged things? And how do you know when we're going to the capital?"

Mo Nan couldn't help but want to speak, but was stopped by Mo Dong's eyes.

Xiao Yunqing, however, kept everyone in suspense, smiling but saying nothing, "You'll know when we get there."

As I walked along, the surrounding scenery gradually became familiar.

Lin Yuge's heart skipped a beat, and a vague premonition flashed through her mind.

She quickened her pace unconsciously, her eyes fixed on the road and buildings ahead.

The winding alleyways, the unique stone pillars along the street, and the eaves that are faintly visible in the distance...

All of this seemed familiar, as if it were awakening her long-dormant memories.

Lin Qingzhou seemed to have noticed this as well, and he gently tugged at Lin Yuge's sleeve.

The brother and sister exchanged a glance, both seeing deep doubt and a hint of indescribable excitement in each other's eyes.

Before long, Xiao Yunqing led them to stop in front of a simple yet grand mansion.

The vermilion gate was slightly mottled, but the brass rings remained shiny.

Although the plaque above the door has faded somewhat, the two characters "Lin Mansion" are still clearly visible.

Lin Yuge stood there, stunned, her eyes filled with disbelief, her lips trembling slightly as she asked:

"Yun Qing, what... what's going on?"

Seeing her shocked expression, Xiao Yunqing slowly explained:

"When I came back, I learned by chance that it had been left unused."

They then had people repair and maintain it, hoping that perhaps one day you could return to the capital.

At this moment, Mo Nan stepped forward and knocked on the door.

Not long after, the door creaked open slowly.

An elderly man with a weathered face, yet exuding a familiar and warm feeling, appeared before me.

Upon seeing the brother and sister, the old man's eyes instantly welled up with tears.

Tears welled up in her eyes, and her voice trembled with a sob:

"Young master, young lady, you're finally back."

With tears in her eyes, Lin Qingzhou exclaimed with some surprise, "Uncle Chen, it really is you!"

Uncle Chen stepped aside to let them into the courtyard, saying as they walked:

"This house has been sealed off since the master's accident."

This old servant has been waiting nearby, hoping to see you all again one day.

Thanks to the young master, who found the old servant and arranged for the house to be repaired, it was restored to its former glory.

Lin Qingzhou looked around the courtyard, and the laughter and joy of the past seemed to still echo in her ears.

He saw the old locust tree that he and his younger sister had climbed together.

Now the trunk is thicker and the branches and leaves are more lush.

The stone table and benches under the tree hold countless fond memories of enjoying the cool summer days, playing chess, and sipping tea.

Lin Yuge walked into the main hall, which was decorated just as she remembered, but it lacked a sense of liveliness.

Looking at everything in the hall that was both familiar and unfamiliar, Lin Yuge's eyes reddened slightly.

She took a deep breath and tried to calm her inner turmoil.

She turned and walked toward Xiao Yunqing, who was standing quietly behind her.

Looking at the person in front of me.

Lin Yuge felt a mix of emotions; he always seemed to be so considerate of himself.

In this relationship, I feel like I'm far inferior to him.

Even upon returning to the capital, he didn't forget to ask the Emperor for credit for himself, and he even bought her family's house in advance for renovation.

Although he described these little things lightly, it was clear that he had put his heart into everything he did.

He seemed to be constantly busy building ships, going to sea, and making money.

I rarely even think about him anymore.

Thinking of this, Lin Yuge raised her head, her eyes filled with a trace of guilt and unease: "I'm sorry, Yun Qing."

I was too clumsy in this relationship, always making you give so much, and I feel like I haven't cared about you much at all.

Xiao Yunqing reached out and gently tucked the stray hairs from her forehead behind her ear.

His eyes were full of tenderness and love.

“Yuge, you don’t need to apologize.”

Your efforts for the Lin family and your perseverance in striving for your dreams are what make you so uniquely charming.

To you, I am a companion and a support, not a creditor who expects something in return.

Every time you are focused and dedicated, every time you face difficulties with unwavering determination.

They are all deeply imprinted in my heart, becoming the most beautiful scenery in my life.

And I'm willing to wait for you, to wait for the right time to walk alongside me, sharing the joys and sorrows of this world.

"You~"

"What are you doing? Little sister, what's going on?"

Suddenly, Lin Qingzhou's trembling voice came from behind, her face filled with disbelief.

Lin Yuge and Xiao Yunqing were immediately embarrassed.

Both of them looked a little awkward, and Lin Yuge coughed lightly in embarrassment.

He said frankly, "Brother, it's exactly as you see it!"

Lin Qingzhou was stunned upon hearing this, and forgot all about the gratitude she had just felt towards Xiao Yunqing.

He frowned slightly, his gaze sweeping back and forth between the two of them, his eyes filled with scrutiny and doubt.

"Little sister, when did you get involved with Prince Yun? How come I never noticed?"

Xiao Yunqing bowed slightly, and said sincerely and calmly:

"After that bandit suppression, Yu Ge and I fell in love, but we had been delayed by many other matters."

I haven't had a chance to tell my elder brother the whole truth yet, and I hope he will forgive me.

Lin Qingzhou frowned even more deeply.

He recalled the time his younger sister was kidnapped, and even now, thinking about it still fills him with worry and lingering fear.

"The bandit suppression was so dangerous, how could you two have developed feelings for each other at that time? What if something had happened to you?"

Lin Yuge stepped forward and gently took Lin Qingzhou's arm.

"Brother, it is in the face of life and death that true feelings are revealed. Yun Qing has protected me on many occasions."

It took us a long time to realize our feelings for each other.

I know my older brother means well, but I'm not a child anymore and can't take responsibility for my own feelings.

Lin Qingzhou looked at her sister's determined eyes.

Looking at Xiao Yunqing's solemn expression, he felt a mix of emotions.

“Young Master Yun, you are the heir of the royal family, while my Lin family is not a high-ranking or wealthy family.”

But my younger sister has also been pampered since childhood. Can you really disregard worldly opinions and stay by her side forever?

Xiao Yunqing's expression was solemn, and he said without hesitation:

“Brother Lin, I, Xiao Yunqing, have never cared about those empty names and fleeting gains.”

In my heart, the fishermen's songs surpass everything else.

I am willing to walk hand in hand with her, through thick and thin, to appreciate the world's splendor together, and to share life's hardships.

Lin Qingzhou remained silent for a long time, then slowly sighed:

“I know my little sister’s personality best. Since she has made up her mind about you, I will no longer try to stop her.”

But you must remember, if one day you make her sad and cry.

Even if it costs me everything, I will make you pay the price.