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

After washing up in the evening, Jiang Shuwan lay down to go to sleep.

Xie Huai'an carried the basin of water to the bedside.

Jiang Shuwan knew what he was going to do just by looking at him, and whispered, "I'm all better now, it doesn't hurt much anymore."

To be honest, the ointment Xie Huai'an brought was quite effective; after using it, Jiang Shuwan felt much better when walking in the afternoon.

Xie Huai'an, afraid she would feel embarrassed, said, "Let me take a look."

Jiang Shuwan felt that such an embarrassing thing was like a cut on her hand being treated with ointment by Xie Huai'an.

Xie Huai'an finally checked and found that the redness and swelling had indeed decreased, but he still applied medicine for her.

"I probably don't need to go tomorrow."

Jiang Shuwan responded in a muffled voice.

After Xie Huai'an finished tidying up and lay down on the bed, neither of them spoke, and the atmosphere became a little awkward.

It was still early and neither of them felt sleepy, so Xie Huai'an asked, "How come you and Mother have become so much more familiar with each other all of a sudden?"

During dinner tonight, the two of them acted like a mother and daughter, while I felt like an outsider.

“After my lunch break, I went to my mother’s courtyard to chat with her. We got along well and became familiar with each other,” Jiang Shuwan confessed truthfully.

Considering her mother's personality, it's understandable that the two of them get along well.

Jiang Shuwan was thinking about what gifts she should prepare for the Xie family when her mother-in-law returned to her hometown.

After a moment of silence, Xie Huai'an noticed she was lost in thought and asked, "What are you thinking about?"

"I'm thinking about what gifts to bring for your family."

Xie Huai'an felt that Jiang Shuwan treated his family better than he did. Just as he was about to say that there was no need to prepare anything, he heard Jiang Shuwan ask.

What do your family members like?

This stumped Xie Huai'an; he really didn't know what his family liked.

"Father should love books, and Youwei and Huaiyu are still young, so they should like things that children usually like."

Jiang Shuwan realized that Xie Huai'an didn't know anything about his family. But that was normal. Pei Shi said that Xie Huai'an left home to learn his craft when he was fourteen or fifteen, and rarely returned home during that time.

"Then I'll make the choice myself."

Xie Huai'an was a little jealous. "I'm leaving in two days too."

Jiang Shuwan didn't immediately understand the hidden meaning in his words.

"I know."

Xie Huai'an, "..."

Jiang Shuwan said very considerately, "I heard that the border is dangerous, General, please take good care of yourself."

Xie Huai'an, "..."

I don't know why he suddenly became a little unhappy.

Jiang Shuwan looked up and saw that Xie Huai'an's expression was not good. The other party suddenly fell silent.

This is the second time this has happened today. Jiang Shuwan suddenly felt that Xie Huai'an was difficult to please. But thankfully, he will be leaving in two more days.

Seeing that Jiang Shuwan wouldn't coax him, Xie Huai'an became even angrier. He turned his back so Jiang Shuwan couldn't see his expression.

Jiang Shuwan, "..."

Jiang Shuwan wasn't sleepy yet because she had slept well today. She thought back carefully and realized that she hadn't said anything wrong.

It can't be that he's unhappy because I care about his family.

Jiang Shuwan thought it was unlikely and dismissed the idea shortly afterward.

Finally, she came to a guess: Xie Huai'an was probably unhappy because he heard that everyone else had a gift but he didn't.

Jiang Shuwan thought about it more and more and it seemed very possible.

She asked softly, "General, are you asleep?"

Xie Huai'an responded with a curt reply.

Jiang Shuwan: "Actually, I also prepared a gift for you. I originally wanted to surprise you, but I couldn't help but tell you."

Looking at Xie Huai'an's back, although she couldn't see his face, Jiang Shuwan could sense that Xie Huai'an's mood seemed to have improved a lot.

Jiang Shuwan leaned forward, "General, would you like to know what it is?"

A soft fragrance approached Xie Huai'an, and his nose was filled with Jiang Shuwan's scent, making his heart itch slightly.

"General, do you really not want to know?"

Jiang Shuwan was completely unaware of the impending danger as she drew closer and closer to Xie Huai'an's back.

Until Jiang Shuwan was pinned down by Xie Huai'an.

Jiang Shuwan looked at him innocently, wondering what had happened.

Xie Huai'an originally thought he wouldn't do anything about her injuries, but he couldn't help himself.

His self-control, which he was so proud of, was utterly useless in front of Jiang Shuwan.

Remembering the doctor's words, Xie Huai'an got off Jiang Shuwan and went to the bathroom.

Jiang Shuwan realized this too late, and her face grew increasingly red.

Jiang Shuwan was already asleep when Xie Huai'an returned.

Xie Huai'an laughed in exasperation. The little girl had aroused him to the point of burning with desire, but she fell asleep as soon as she turned her head.

He carefully lay down next to Jiang Shuwan, afraid of waking her, and looked at her sleeping face with a sense of satisfaction he had never felt before.

So this is what it feels like to live a peaceful and happy life. Oh no, I already can't bear to part with him even before he's left.

***

Huian Earl's Mansion

When He Zhilin returned from his work, he saw Lin Ruoqing sitting on the edge of the bed, crying alone.

"What's wrong with Ruoqing?"

Lin Ruoqing quickly wiped away her tears.

"Erlang is back, I'm fine."

"What happened?"

He Zhilin realized that this was not a peaceful situation.

Lin Ruoqing remained silent.

He Zhilin was so smart that he figured it out immediately.

"Did your mother make things difficult for you?"

Lin Ruoqing shook her head, "No."

Although she said no, her appearance clearly told He Zhilin that she was indeed his mother.

Her mother dislikes Lin Ruoqing, so she might make things difficult for her.

"Don't worry, I'll talk to my mother tomorrow and tell her not to make things difficult for you."

Lin Ruoqing said, "No need. Don't go to Mother. Don't let her misunderstand."

“You are a kind person. Once you get to know her for a while, your mother will definitely change her opinion of you.”

Lin Ruoqing smiled and nodded, but in her heart she felt that Ye Shi would never like her.

"There is one thing I need to tell Erlang."

"what's up?"

"Your mother put two people in your room today."

He Zhilin frowned deeply, "What is Mother doing!"

Lin Ruoqing put on a magnanimous appearance, "Whether these two stay or leave is up to Erlang."

"What nonsense are you talking about? Do you think I'm that kind of person? I'll talk to my mother tomorrow and have her take him back."

Lin Ruoqing finally showed a genuine smile upon hearing this.

He Zhilin pulled her into his arms. "I'm sorry you had to go through all this. You know how difficult our marriage was. I will try my best to get your parents' approval."

"I don't feel wronged. As long as I can be by Erlang's side, I won't feel wronged no matter what I do."

After hearing this, He Zhilin felt even more guilty towards her.

***

Jiang Shuwan slept soundly and without dreams that night.

The next day, after washing up, dressing, and having a meal, she wondered what gift she should give Xie Huai'an.

Feiyun asked, "What is Madam thinking about?"

Jiang Shuwan has already married into the General's Mansion, so it's no longer appropriate for Feiyue and Feiyun to address her as "Miss." They have all changed their address to "Madam."

"General, you're about to return to the border. I'm wondering what I should give you as a parting gift."

Feiyue and Feiyun smiled when they heard the two of them exchange a glance.

Seeing this, Jiang Shuwan asked, "What are you laughing at?"

Fei Yun shook her head. "I wasn't laughing at anything."