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

With tears welling up in her eyes, Du Siyu said, "Big cousin, please help me."

Jiang Shuwan looked troubled. "How can I help with this?"

Du Siyu choked up and said, "Big cousin, you are now a princess. It will definitely be useful if you talk to your uncle and aunt."

Jiang Shuwan said helplessly, "Even if I were a princess, it wouldn't matter if my parents or a matchmaker arranged my marriage."

Du Siyu suddenly burst into tears again, "Big Cousin..."

Jiang Shuwan's ears were almost deafened by the noise.

Seeing that she was crying so hard and no one was trying to comfort her, and that the general was just being cold to her, Du Siyu finally left the general's mansion unwillingly.

Jiang Shuwan breathed a sigh of relief after Du Siyu left.

In fact, Du Siyu knew there was no way to salvage the situation, but she was still unwilling to give up. She knew that Jiang Shuwan and Jiang Shurou had been at odds since childhood, which was why she came. She originally thought of provoking Jiang Shuwan and getting her to stand up for her, but Jiang Shuwan didn't fall for it.

After Du Siyu left, Pei came to Mingxiang Garden.

"Wan'er, Youwei's father and I want to go on a trip."

Pei felt a little embarrassed after she finished speaking.

Jiang Shuwan asked in surprise, "Why does Mother suddenly want to travel?"

“Originally, I planned to wait for the floodwaters in Qingshan Town to recede before going back, but the situation there is not good. I heard that there is a plague there now. My husband and I have been staying in the General’s Mansion all day with nothing to do, so we thought we would go out and travel around.”

After listening, Jiang Shuwan said, "Since Mother has made up her mind, I have no objection."

“Youwei has made a lot of progress recently, and so has Huaiyu. He will be taking the prefectural examination in a few months.”

When the two children were mentioned, Madam Pei had spoken to them, and neither of them had any objections to their traveling.

Jiang Shuwan said softly, "Mother, don't worry, I will take good care of my sister-in-law."

Madam Pei took her hand affectionately and said, "Thank you so much."

Jiang Shuwan shook hands in return, "We're all family."

The trip for Pei and Xie Jingshan was thus decided. Jiang Shuwan was worried about safety outside, so at her insistence, Pei and Xie took two highly skilled guards with them when they went out.

Jiang Shuwan knew that Xie Huaiyu was going to take the prefectural examination, so she found him a famous academy in the capital. Xie Huaiyu now goes to the academy to study every day, and Jiang Shuwan provided him with a carriage and a servant.

Speaking of Xie Huaiyu, he speaks and acts very maturely at such a young age, like a little adult. Jiang Shuwan likes him quite a bit.

After Pei left, Xie Youwei visited Mingxiang Garden more often.

"Sister-in-law, this is the handkerchief I embroidered for you."

Jiang Shuwan smiled with satisfaction as she saw that she had lost the timidity she had shown when she first arrived at the General's Mansion.

"It's beautifully embroidered, thank you."

Xie Youwei blushed slightly and said, "Thank you for the compliment, sister-in-law."

Thinking that Xie Youwei must be bored staying in the mansion all day, Jiang Shuwan asked, "I'm going to the Grand Princess's mansion. Would you like to come along?"

Xie Youwei's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing this, and she asked incredulously, "Can I go?"

Jiang Shuwan said, "Since you've been behaving well lately, I'll take you with me when I leave the manor today."

Xie Youwei said happily, "Thank you, sister-in-law!"

After tidying up, Jiang Shuwan and Xie Youwei went out together.

The two sat in the carriage, Xie Youwei sitting properly as if afraid of doing something wrong.

Seeing this, Jiang Shuwan chuckled and said, "It's not like it's your first time riding in a carriage with me, why are you so nervous?"

Xie Youwei asked timidly, "Sister-in-law, won't the Grand Princess be unhappy if you take me to the Grand Princess's residence like this?"

Jiang Shuwan then realized that she wasn't afraid of her, but rather of her grandmother.

“My grandmother was a reasonable person. Although she sometimes seemed stern, she was very kind to the younger generation.”

Xie Youwei was less tense when she spoke.

"I heard my father say that the Grand Princess is an extraordinary woman. She even went to the battlefield and fought in wars."

"Yes, my grandmother was the youngest daughter of Emperor Qingwu. She fought alongside Emperor Qingwu from a young age and also led troops in battle."

Princess Zhaorong's life was truly legendary.

"Then tell me more about it." Xie Youwei was very curious about these things.

"Okay."

Jiang Shuwan told her about the deeds of the Grand Princess the whole way.

The carriage stopped, and the two alighted with the help of Fei Yue.

The Grand Princess's residence was much larger than the General's Mansion, which made Xie Youwei a little dazzled.

Jiang Shuwan bowed and said, "Wan'er greets Grandmother."

Xie Youwei quickly followed suit and bowed, "Greetings, Grand Princess."

"This is?"

The Grand Princess had never met Xie Youwei.

Jiang Shuwan introduced, "Grandmother, this is my sister-in-law, Xie Youwei."

When the Grand Princess found out, she said to Xie Youwei, "Get up quickly."

Xie Youwei's first impression of the Grand Princess was that the old lady was very kind.

"Thank you, Grand Princess."

Xie Youwei's behavior was very dignified, leaving a good impression on the Grand Princess.

Jiang Shuwan said, "My mother-in-law and father-in-law have gone on a trip, and Youwei has been staying at home learning needlework all day, so I brought her out for some fresh air today."

The Grand Princess was delighted to hear this and said, "I'm bored at home all by myself. Why don't you bring Youwei to keep this old woman company?"

Jiang Shuwan said coquettishly, "Okay, as long as you don't find us annoying."

The Grand Princess felt that Jiang Shuwan had really changed; she had become more childlike and loved to act coquettishly, whereas she had been too dignified before.

A maid came in and reported, "The old lady of the Xuanping Marquis's residence has arrived, Grand Princess."

"I don't know what day it is today, but one by one they've come. Please come in quickly."

The old lady of the Xuanping Marquis's residence was a good friend of the Grand Princess.

"Yes."

When the old lady of the Xuanping Marquis's mansion saw Jiang Shuwan smiling, she said, "I was wondering why I heard your laughter from so far away. It turns out it's your dear granddaughter."

Old Madam Yan's white hair was neatly combed, and she spoke with a strong voice. Although she was old, it was easy to tell that she must have been a beauty in her youth. Behind her was a little girl of eleven or twelve years old.

The little girl has a round face. Although she hasn't fully grown up yet, her big eyes and high nose bridge mean she'll definitely be a beauty when she grows up.

The young girl bowed and said, "Xinyi greets the Grand Princess and Princess Yongning."

The young girl's voice was neither arrogant nor humble, and her demeanor was dignified.

The Grand Princess said, "Get up quickly."

Jiang Shuwan bowed and said, "Greetings, Madam Yan."

Xie Youwei didn't recognize this person and bowed in greeting.

"Good good."

After speaking, Madam Yan turned her gaze to Xie Youwei.

"Who is this?"

Jiang Shuwan explained, "This is my sister-in-law, Xie Youwei."

Madam Yan nodded, "Perfect timing. I brought Xinyi out today. They look to be about the same age, so they should be able to get along well."

Jiang Shuwan introduced Xie Youwei, "Youwei, this is Yan's younger sister, Xinyi. She's two years younger than you."

Xie Youwei gave a polite bow, saying, "Hello, Sister Xinyi."

Yan Xinyi returned the greeting, "Hello, Sister Youwei."

Later, Xie Youwei and Yan Xinyi sat alone to the side. Jiang Shuwan was initially a little worried about her, but then realized that she had been overthinking it.

Xie Youwei's suffering these past few months has not been in vain; she behaved very well in terms of manners and etiquette today.