The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

The previous night, everyone was so engrossed in the videos and photos of the party that the indescribable excitement kept them from falling asleep. It wasn't until late into the night, with stars dotting the sky, that they reluctantly drifted off to sleep. Therefore, this morning, as sunlight streamed through the windows, dappling the room, everyone unanimously missed their usual early rising time, waking up leisurely in the warm, slightly languid sunlight around 10:00 AM. Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han were no exception. They slowly opened their eyes in the morning light, a hint of sleepiness mixed with sweet smiles. A glance at each other revealed the unspoken understanding and tenderness in their hearts.

After washing up, they carefully packed their luggage, each step revealing their anticipation for the new day to begin. Then, everyone entered the hall, awaiting the arrival of the Crown Prince and several princes. Inside, the aroma of tea filled the air, the atmosphere tranquil and peaceful, with only the occasional birdsong from outside the window adding a touch of liveliness to the waiting time. About fifteen minutes later, the Crown Prince and several princes appeared one after another at the hall's entrance. Their magnificent attire and extraordinary bearing immediately attracted everyone's attention. However, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han were conspicuously absent. No one seemed displeased by this; instead, they waited patiently, their hearts filled with best wishes for the perfect couple.

After a while, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han finally walked hand in hand into the hall, their faces beaming with happiness, as if the whole world had become more beautiful because of their love. Seeing this, the Crown Prince smiled gently and then announced that everyone could proceed to the dining hall for their meal.

Inside the dining hall, breakfast was neatly laid out, a self-service setup allowing everyone to choose according to their own tastes. The aroma of fried noodles and rice noodles filled the air, various types of porridge were warm and delicious, and the selection of steamed buns was dazzling. Everyone took their favorite food, sat together, and chatted while eating, creating a lively atmosphere. They all reminisced about the previous night's party, unanimously agreeing that it was an unparalleled visual feast, unforgettable in both the brilliance of the performances and the atmosphere. Someone suggested how wonderful it would be if there were a dedicated venue for hosting such parties.

What was said in jest was taken seriously. Chen Mengyao had already planned to open an art gallery to cultivate various artistic talents. Hearing the ministers' suggestion, she suddenly had a bright idea and decided to expand her plan—to open a large art gallery, which could not only host parties during festivals but also serve as an important base for cultivating artistic talents. She shared this idea with everyone and received unanimous approval and support. Some offered to help her find various artistic talents and staff, and others even offered to find a suitable piece of land for her to build the art gallery.

Chen Mengyao was filled with gratitude. She knew this wasn't just one person's dream, but a shared expectation and vision. She said that once the plan was finalized, she would send it to everyone as soon as possible and hoped they could help keep an eye out for information on various artistic talents, informing her promptly once suitable candidates were found. She planned to settle these talents in Jinlinting, providing them with a good creative and living environment.

For Chen Mengyao, this breakfast was more than just a simple meal; it was a rewarding journey. She felt the warmth and support from everyone, which strengthened her resolve to realize her dream. The other ministers were equally happy and fulfilled, as they were able to contribute their own efforts and witness the realization of a beautiful dream.

Chen Mengyao stepped out gracefully, reaching the courtyard. With an elegant wave of her hand, the neatly arranged carriages vanished without a trace, disappearing into her personal storage space. Next, she released the six buses and the intelligent drivers she had previously stored in her space, which came to a smooth stop at the entrance of the villa.

Inside the villa, everyone had already eaten and drunk their fill, their faces beaming with satisfaction and joy. They packed their belongings and gradually emerged from the gate, gathering in the courtyard. This time, without Chen Mengyao needing to say a word, everyone had already formed a long queue and boarded the bus in an orderly fashion. Following the same method as before, the first bus departed first, leading the way, and after a short while, the following vehicles slowly followed, resembling a long, winding dragon.

Sitting on the spacious and comfortable bus, everyone was in high spirits. They started chatting enthusiastically, discussing the many benefits of their trip. One person exclaimed, "This trip was absolutely worthwhile! We not only tasted all kinds of delicious food and enjoyed a wonderful performance, but also received many precious gifts." Another added, "More importantly, we were able to get close to Princess Jing and experience her kindness and wisdom. Under her leadership, our country will surely become better and better."

Everyone was filled with anticipation and hope. They secretly resolved to do their utmost to find the talented individuals Princess Jing needed, contributing their strength to the prosperity and strength of the nation. Under Chen Mengyao's guidance, they believed their dreams would surely come true. Only when the nation becomes strong and stable can it resist foreign invasion and ensure the people's peaceful and prosperous lives. They deeply understood that the peace and prosperity of the nation were the cornerstone of their happy lives, and therefore they would spare no effort in striving for it.

On the bus back to the city, everyone unanimously decided to see Ouyang Han off at the city gate. This decision stemmed from their deep respect and gratitude towards Prince Jing. To ensure a peaceful life for them, Prince Jing had to leave his newlywed wife and travel to the frontier. This sacrifice and dedication deeply moved everyone. Therefore, they all expressed their determination to see him off no matter what, and solemnly promised him that they would do everything in their power to care for and protect his wife.

As the bus carrying Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han slowly came to a stop at the city gate, all the passengers disembarked one by one. Chen Mengyao waved her hand, storing the bus and the intelligent driver into her spatial storage. Next, she took out the carefully selected gifts and carriages from her storage and neatly arranged them to the side. People joyfully led their servants to claim their belongings, carefully placing the gifts into their carriages. They then tacitly parked the carriages aside, preparing to bid farewell to the prince.

Ouyang Han stepped forward and embraced Chen Mengyao tightly again, his eyes filled with deep affection and reluctance. He gently instructed her to take good care of herself while he was away. Then, he turned to the Crown Prince and everyone present and said, "I hope everyone can help me take good care of my Princess and everyone in the palace." Hearing this, everyone patted their chests and promised to do their utmost to take good care of the Princess, ensuring she was healthy and well-fed. Ouyang Han nodded in satisfaction, feeling somewhat relieved.

To travel light, Ouyang Han called his butler and asked him to send over his warhorse and a few changes of clothes. After all, he possessed a spatial ring, inside which Chen Mengyao had prepared plenty for him. Moreover, he could now enter Chen Mengyao's space, so he didn't need to bring much luggage at all.

As everyone waited in silence, the steward quickly arrived with several mounted guards leading his warhorse. Ouyang Han embraced Chen Mengyao tenderly once more, then mounted his horse and led the guards and his personal guards to a secluded spot. There, he kissed Chen Mengyao deeply, as if trying to meld her into his own body. Only after a long, long time did he reluctantly release her, saying to her again, "Yaoyao, be a good girl and wait for me to return to the manor. I will definitely return safely. I will check on you in my spatial dimension or call you when I have time. Don't worry too much."

Chen Mengyao's eyes were already brimming with tears. She clung tightly to Ouyang Han, reluctant to let him go. Ouyang Han gently wiped away her tears and comforted her. It wasn't until much later that they released each other's hands and returned to the crowd. After Chen Mengyao dismounted, Ouyang Han and his guards rode away.

Watching Ouyang Han's figure recede into the distance, Chen Mengyao's tears fell like a broken string of pearls. Her maid, Meixiang, seeing this, quickly took out a handkerchief to wipe her tears. Seeing Chen Mengyao so heartbroken, everyone present felt deeply distressed. However, they all knew there was nothing they could do. After all, Prince Jing was their war god prince; he had his own responsibilities and mission.

Everyone stood there quietly, waiting until Ouyang Han's figure was completely out of sight before Chen Mengyao stopped crying. However, tears still streamed down her face from time to time. Finally, with the gentle comforting words and soft pats from the Grand Tutor's wife, she gradually stopped sobbing. She wiped away her tears and, with her maids, got into the carriage and returned home.

The others also waited patiently for the royals to depart in their carriages before leaving one after another. They waited quite a while after the other carriages had left before entering the city. Although the farewell that day was filled with sadness and reluctance, it also strengthened their resolve to protect this land and their homeland.