The Crown Princess is busy fishing

Xiao Yunqing gently pulled her into his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head, and whispered:

"It's my fault for making you worry."

From now on, no matter what happens, I will consult with you first, and I will never let you suffer like this again.

His arms tightened slightly.

It was as if he wanted to integrate her into his own body, giving her endless warmth and a sense of security.

After a while, Lin Yuge composed herself and said softly:

"I must go and bid farewell to your mother and inform her that we will depart tomorrow."

Xiao Yunqing nodded slightly and released her embrace.

The two walked side by side into the Hanyan Courtyard.

Hua Ruoyan was sitting on a stone bench in the courtyard, with a hint of worry in her eyes.

Upon seeing that Xiao Yunqing and Lin Yuge appeared calm and showed no signs of distress, they realized that Xiao Yunqing and Lin Yuge were not acting out of character.

The tension in my heart finally eased, and I breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Lin Yuge moved gracefully to Hua Ruoyan's side, gave a slight curtsy, and said softly:

"Your Highness, I will be departing for Lingnan tomorrow, so I have come to bid you farewell."

Upon hearing this, Hua Ruoyan's face instantly showed deep reluctance.

She gently put down her fan, stood up, and her gaze shifted back and forth between the two of them.

He said with a hint of sorrow:

"You've all left, and now I'm all alone in this mansion, so cold and desolate. What am I to do?"

Xiao Yunqing looked up at her helplessly, a slight smile playing on her lips.

He said with a hint of joking:

"Father will be back soon, so you won't be bored with him by your side."

Hua Ruoyan's expression suddenly changed, her brows furrowed slightly, and she said reproachfully:

“Your father will control me, and I’ll feel even more annoyed when he comes back.”

After saying that, she ignored Xiao Yunqing and turned to look at Lin Yuge, her eyes filled with reluctance.

Hua Ruoyan took off the warm, emerald-green bracelet from her wrist.

He took Lin Yuge's hand, gently slipped the bracelet onto her wrist, and said:

“Yuge, I have worn this bracelet for a long time and have grown attached to it. Today I am giving it to you.”

May it protect you, bring you peace and good health.

Xiao Yunqing smiled slightly upon seeing this scene.

She thought to herself that this bracelet was clearly meant to be passed down to her daughter-in-law, but her mother didn't say so openly.

However, he also knew his mother's temperament well; she was always easygoing.

He remained silent, but his eyes held a mixture of mischief and tenderness.

Lin Yuge quickly declined, saying, "Your Highness, this bracelet is too precious; I really cannot accept it."

As she spoke, she tried to take off the bracelet.

Seeing this, Hua Ruoyan quickly grabbed her hand, feigning anger:

“Yuge, if you are so distant, you are betraying my good intentions.”

Given your situation with Yun Qing, it's inappropriate for you to still call me Princess Consort.

From now on, you and Yunqing will be together, and we will be family. You can just call me Auntie.

Lin Yuge blushed, thinking to herself that she had only come to say goodbye.

It feels like I've been officially accepted into the family.

She stole a glance at Xiao Yunqing and saw him looking at her with deep affection, which made her even more flustered.

“Auntie, I just feel that all of this has come a bit too suddenly. My relationship with Yunqing is still unresolved, and this bracelet…”

Hua Ruoyan interrupted her.

"Child, some relationships are preordained. Everyone can see the affection between you two."

Consider this bracelet a small token of my appreciation, so please don't hesitate to give it to me.

Xiao Yunqing then spoke up:

“Yuge, Mother is right, so you should not refuse anymore.”

Lin Yuge could not refuse and could only nod slowly.

"Then...then I thank you, Auntie. I will definitely cherish this bracelet."

Hua Ruoyan smiled with satisfaction, then pulled Lin Yuge aside for a few more instructions, making the atmosphere even warmer and more harmonious.

On the second day, Lin Yuge and his group arrived at the dock early in the morning.

Sure enough, several warships had appeared beside his three merchant ships on the dock, with the Xiao-class cloud-patterned warship at the head.

Lu Ziheng was standing opposite Xiao Yunqing, looking at him with a face full of accusation.

However, Xiao Yunqing was not as patient and gentle with her cousin as she had been with Lin Yuge yesterday.

He merely raised an eyebrow slightly and replied coldly, "Doesn't my cousin already know?"

Lu Ziheng's eyes widened in anger at his attitude.

"Yun Qing, this is really unfair of you. I'm still your cousin, how can you treat me like this!"

His voice sounded somewhat mournful as he spoke.

Lin Yuge forced a laugh and stepped forward, "Yunqing, stop teasing Brother Lu, look how angry he is."

Brother Lu, Yun Qing was indeed wrong. I only found out about this yesterday.

However, he certainly didn't mean to hide it from you; he must have had many considerations.

We're about to leave, so let's not let this little thing ruin our relationship.

Lu Ziheng's expression softened slightly after hearing Lin Yuge's words.

"Hmph, if it weren't for Lin Xiaomei's sake, I definitely wouldn't have let this go so easily."

Xiao Yunqing shook her head helplessly, "Alright, alright, cousin, it was my fault. I'll apologize to you after we get on the ship."

At this time, my uncle's family also arrived.

After greeting everyone, Xie Chengzhu hurriedly made arrangements for the family members.

Aunt Bai Yuzhen was leading two children, a boy and a girl, who were Xie Huaiwen and Xie Wanying, whom she had later brought back from her parents' home.

The two children have experienced many changes during this period.

Although still somewhat naive and innocent, there was a hint of calmness in his eyes.

Then Xie Huaiyuan was helped down from the carriage by the servants.

Lin Qingzhou quickly stepped forward to help him onto the boat and settled him in a quiet and comfortable cabin.

Xie Huaiyuan nodded gratefully to him, "Thank you for your trouble, Qingzhou. My poor health is really a burden to everyone."

Lin Qingzhou quickly replied, "Cousin, you're too kind. There's no need for such formalities between us brothers."

Lin Yuge then directed everyone to load their luggage and supplies onto the ship one by one, and everything proceeded in an orderly manner.

After everything was arranged, Lin Yuge introduced her uncle to Xiao Yunqing.

"Uncle, this is Xiao Yunqing. He is the military governor of Lingnan, so he is returning to Lingnan with us."

"Yunqing, this is my maternal uncle, Xie Chengzhu."

Xie Chengzhu noticed that Xiao Yunqing had an extraordinary bearing and that his surname was Xiao, which was an imperial surname.

Seeing that he seemed to have a close relationship with his niece, I couldn't help but ponder the matter further.

He cupped his hands slightly and said politely, "Young Master Xiao, I have long admired your name."

With the young master looking after us along the way, we feel much more at ease.

My son and daughter are young; if they behave inappropriately, I hope you will forgive them.

Xiao Yunqing smiled and returned the greeting: "Thank you, Uncle. Your son and daughter are well-behaved and adorable, and they will certainly not cause any trouble."

I've known Yuge for a long time; her family is my family, and I will do everything in my power to protect her.

Lin Yuge gave him a reproachful look upon hearing this, while Xiao Yunqing returned an innocent gaze.

Xie Chengzhu saw this and felt that the relationship between the two was increasingly subtle.

At this time, all the ships were ready, and Mo Nan came over to ask whether they should set sail.

Xiao Yunqing turned to look at Xie Chengzhu's family and Lin Yuge and the others. Seeing that everyone was settled, she nodded to indicate that they could set off.

As the horn sounded for departure, merchant ships and warships slowly sailed away from the dock.