The daily life of a cold and aloof general raising his wife

"Now that she has two sons, of course she can act like she owns the place in the Earl's mansion, unlike me..."

Lin Ruoqing has come to realize her situation. From now on, she can only be subservient. Fortunately, He Zhilin's heart is still with her. She absolutely cannot lose He Zhilin again, otherwise she will have nothing left.

Lin Ruoqing has witnessed the coldness and warmth of human relationships these days.

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Jiang Shuwan receives Xie Huai'an's letters every few days. After reading them, she replies immediately, and she writes about her pregnancy in her letters.

More than half a month later, Xie Huai'an received a letter from Jiang Shuwan.

After reading it once, Xie Huai'an read it again, afraid that he had made a mistake. After checking it several times, he finally smiled.

He was going to be a father; Shu Wan was pregnant with his child.

After his initial excitement, Xie Huai'an immediately wrote a letter, urging Jiang Shuwan to take good care of herself and be careful, etc. Before he knew it, he had already written more than a dozen pages of letter paper.

The mail carrier paused for a moment after receiving the thick envelope, then lowered his head and left.

This is the thickest envelope a letter carrier has ever delivered.

February is almost here, and Jiang Shuwan hasn't stepped out of the General's Mansion for over a month.

Today, she was wearing a thick cotton coat and sitting in the front hall with Xie Youwei.

Xie Youwei advised, "Sister-in-law, please go back inside first. It's quite cold now, the late spring chill is intense."

"How could I be cold when I'm wearing so many layers?"

Today, Madam Pei and Xie Jingshan returned home, so the two of them were waiting in the hall early.

As the two were talking, they saw Pei Shi and Xie Jingshan walking quickly towards them.

Upon seeing the two of them, Xie Youwei quickly walked up to them and bowed.

"Father, Mother."

Pei missed her children very much after not seeing them for several months.

Jiang Shuwan called out, "Mother, Father."

After seeing her daughter, Madam Pei walked over to Jiang Shuwan and said kindly, "Wan'er, you look so thin. It must be so hard for you to take care of your younger siblings all by yourself at home."

Jiang Shuwan said softly, "It's not hard work. Youwei and Huaiyu are both doing very well."

Madam Pei knew that her son had married a good wife.

Xie Youwei said happily, "Mom, we have good news in our family."

"What happy event?"

Seeing her joyful expression, Madam Pei couldn't help but smile as well.

Xie Youwei glanced at Jiang Shuwan and then said, "Let's go to my sister-in-law's yard to talk."

Pei nodded, "Okay."

The mother and her two children walked arm in arm to Mingxiang Garden.

Xie Jingshan was surprised to be forgotten like this. He shook his head helplessly and went back to his courtyard.

Once inside, Xie Youwei stopped keeping everyone in suspense.

"Mom, I'm going to be an aunt, and you're going to be a grandmother."

Pei was taken aback for a moment, then looked at Jiang Shuwan.

"Wan'er, are you pregnant?"

Jiang Shuwan nodded.

Madam Pei was overjoyed. "Oh my, this is truly a joyous occasion! Come, come, sit down quickly."

"I was wondering why you looked thinner. Is it because the baby is fussy and you can't eat?" Madam Pei asked with concern.

Jiang Shuwan nodded, "A little, but it's alright."

"It's all my fault, making you work so hard while you're pregnant," Madam Pei said remorsefully.

After returning to Qingshan Town, Xie Jingshan realized the floodwaters had receded and decided to move back there. Pei Shi, who also didn't want to stay in the capital, agreed to his idea. Now that Jiang Shuwan was pregnant, she couldn't abandon her and return to Qingshan Town.

“Since she found out she was pregnant, Youwei has taken over half of the household affairs, so I don’t feel tired at all.”

Madam Pei knew that Xie Youwei had learned a lot from Jiang Shuwan, and Jiang Shuwan had indeed taught Xie Youwei very well.

After giving some instructions on pregnancy taboos, Madam Pei left with Xie Youwei. She spoke a few words to Xie Youwei and then told her to go back first, while she went to the ancestral hall.

The ancestral hall in the general's mansion only has one memorial tablet, which is that of Xie Huai'an's biological father, Xie Xuan.

“Brother Xuan, Huai’an has finally overcome all his hardships. He has not only married but also has children. You can rest in peace now.”

Tears of happiness streamed down Pei's face as she spoke with Xie Xuan for a while before leaving.

Soon it was Xie Youwei's coming-of-age banquet. The invitations had been prepared and sent to various mansions in advance. Those who came were either on good terms with Xie Youwei or had a good relationship with the General's Mansion. Jiang Shuwan did not invite the Duke of Dingguo's Mansion, the Marquis of Dongping's Mansion, or the Earl of Huian's Mansion.

Early in the morning, Pei and Xie Jingshan greeted the guests at the door.

Soon the general's mansion became lively.

Xie Youwei was a little nervous inside, and Jiang Shuwan stayed by her side.

"Sister-in-law, what if I make a mistake later?" Xie Youwei was very nervous, and her palms were covered with a thin layer of sweat.

Jiang Shuwan held her hand. "You're just too nervous. Relax."

Xie Youwei gradually calmed down.

"Madam, it's almost time," Fei Yun announced as she entered.

Jiang Shuwan nodded, "I understand." Then she looked at Xie Youwei, "You can do it. I'll go greet the guests first."

Xie Youwei nodded.

All the guests have arrived, and the honored guest today is Lady Xuanping.

Xie Jingshan stood up to thank the guests, and then the coming-of-age ceremony began.

After bowing three times and offering three more thanks, Xie Youwei expressed her gratitude to everyone present.

Xie Youwei's coming-of-age ceremony was thus completed.

Xie Youwei removed her double buns and put on a hairpin, instantly making the girl look much older.

Lady Xuanping joked, "Youwei is so beautiful. I wonder which boy will be lucky enough to marry her in the future."

Xie Youwei blushed slightly after hearing this.

Yan Xinyi chimed in, "Why don't you give it to my family? Sister Youwei, marry my brother, and I promise our whole family will treat you well."

When Lady Xuanping heard this, she said, "What nonsense is this child talking about? How old is your older brother?"

Lady Xuanping truly loved Xie Youwei, but unfortunately her eldest son was too old; otherwise, she would definitely have gone to propose marriage.

Yan Xinyi really wanted to tell her mother, "The person your youngest son is thinking about, you're actually thinking about your eldest son. What will happen if your youngest son hears this?"

Although Xie Youwei has come of age, she still has several years before getting married. Jiang Shuwan will definitely choose a virtuous and talented husband for her.

Jiang Shuwan used to think that she should marry someone she liked, but now she thinks she should marry someone with good character and a good family background, so that even if there is no love between them, she won't be bullied too much.

Xie Youwei's coming-of-age ceremony was known to all the noble families in the capital, and many of them sent congratulatory gifts.

In the evening, Xie Youwei returned to her courtyard, where a box was placed on the table.

Xie Youwei asked, "What is this?"

Her gifts were collected by a designated person and recorded in a register.

Bilian said, "This was given to me by Miss Yan. She said it was a gift for her coming-of-age ceremony."

Xie Youwei replied, "Kexinyi has already been delivered."

Bilian relayed, "This servant doesn't know. Miss Yan personally gave it to this servant and said that she must let you see it."

Xie Youwei walked to the table and opened the box.

There was a colorful wooden puppet in the box.

Bilian exclaimed in surprise, "This puppet is so well made! Is it made in the likeness of the young lady? It's exactly the same!"