Regent, please maintain your aloof image.

Afterwards, the two went to the lakeside to release sky lanterns.

Looking at the familiar place, Su Qianrou couldn't help but sigh, "Who would have thought that we would come here again after a year? But this time, our relationship has changed drastically."

The vendors selling Kongming lanterns recognized them and said with a smile, "Young master, young lady, it's you! Long time no see."

"The boss still remembers us."

"Of course, Miss is exceptionally beautiful, the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. And this young master is the same; I have never seen a man as dignified and extraordinary as you."

"No wonder the boss's business is so good; he's so good at talking."

"What I'm saying is the truth."

"Could you please give us two Kongming lanterns?"

"Alright, miss, here you go," the shopkeeper said, handing her two Kongming lanterns.

Mu Jinchen took it before she could, and corrected her, "It is Madam."

The boss immediately realized, "So it's Madam. I was blind. Young master and madam are a perfect match, a match made in heaven. I wish you both a long and happy marriage."

"Thank you, boss, and I wish you great success in your business," Su Qianrou said.

Mu Jinchen took her hand and walked to the side.

Yingfeng took out a tael of silver and placed it on the table.

"No need for so many, six coins will suffice."

"The extra amount is yours, my young master."

"Thank you, young master," the shopkeeper said with a bright smile.

Su Qianrou quickly wrote her wish on the Kongming lantern, then looked at Mu Jinchen and saw that he was still writing furiously. She couldn't help but be curious, so she leaned closer to look and saw that he had written: "May the country be prosperous and the people at peace, may the mountains and rivers be safe and sound, and may we hold hands and grow old together."

"I didn't expect you to believe in these things."

“I didn’t believe it before, but now I want to believe it… What did you write?”

Su Qianrou handed him the Kongming lantern, which had only four simple words on it: Peace and Health.

"I thought you would write freely and unrestrainedly, just like last year."

"This wish has been fulfilled."

"Let's let them go."

"it is good".

Then the two of them let go of each other, and the Kongming lantern slowly rose into the sky.

Mu Jinchen reached out and pulled Su Qianrou into his arms. The two nestled together, quietly watching the sky full of Kongming lanterns gradually disappear into the distance.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it was Li Nanyi and Yang Lin's wedding day.

That day, Su Qianrou got up early and went to the Yang family before dawn to help greet the guests.

It wasn't until the bride was led to the bridal chamber and everyone went to have their meal that she finally had a chance to visit Li Nanyi, accompanied by Yang Shanshan and Liu Xinyue.

In the bridal chamber, Li Nanyi, wearing a phoenix crown and wedding attire, sat gracefully on the bed with a happy smile on her face.

“From now on, I’ll have to call you sister-in-law. It’s a little strange,” Yang Shanshan joked.

Li Nanyi blushed slightly, her face turning red.

Su Qianrou asked, "How are you feeling? Are you tired?"

"It's okay, I'm just a little hungry."

"We brought you some red bean cakes, have some with you."

Liu Xinyue handed the pastries to Li Nanyi.

"Thank you," Li Nanyi said without ceremony, and started eating.

Su Qianrou said, "Now that you are married, it's time for Xinyue and Shanshan next. Xinyue is next month, and as for Shanshan, I just heard from my aunt that your wedding date with Prince Ying has been set for May 23rd."

"Yes, it was just decided the day before yesterday, and I haven't had a chance to tell you yet."

"This is truly a series of joyous events."

"Don't even mention it, I can't even imagine it. The thought of marrying into a strange place and facing a group of strangers terrifies me."

“Me too, I’m scared but also excited,” Liu Xinyue echoed.

“I thought I was the only one who felt this way. It turns out you all feel the same way. You have no idea how nervous I was last night. I didn’t sleep a wink, and I’m even more anxious today. I was still nervous before you came in, and I only calmed down after I saw you.”

"If you hadn't been by my side the whole time on my wedding day, I probably wouldn't have been so nervous," Yang Shanshan said.

“It’s not realistic to stay by your side, but I can stay within your sight and make sure you can see me,” Li Nanyi said.

"That's okay too".

"You're still early; I'm the one who's most nervous right now."

"You don't need to be nervous. My parents, older brother, and sister-in-law are all very easy to get along with. You have absolutely no need to be nervous."

"Indeed. By the way, cousin, were you also very nervous when you married the prince? I was so nervous when Mu Xinchen was just a prince. You must have been so nervous when you married the regent."

It's safe to say she was overthinking it. At that time, Su Qianrou wasn't nervous at all. She ate and drank as usual, very leisurely and carefree. "I'm not nervous."

"Cousin, you have such a good attitude! You're not nervous at all about such a big event as getting married."

"And you even married the powerful regent. You're really something."

"Sister Rou, how did you do that? Teach me."

"No, are you sure you want to discuss this at this moment? It's getting late."

"Then forget it. Today is my brother's big day. If I delay his wedding night, he'll kill me."

Li Nanyi's face flushed red again, and even her ears turned red.

Inside the carriage, Su Qianrou remained silent, lost in thought.

Mu Jinchen asked, "What are you thinking about?"

"It's nothing. I just remembered that Shanshan and the others said they were nervous, scared, and excited before getting married. Then I thought about how I felt before my wedding and realized I didn't feel anything at all. There was no nervousness or fear, let alone any excitement. On the day of my wedding, I only felt tired. So all I could think about was how long it would take to end."

"If it were now, and we were mutually in love, how would you feel?"

Su Qianrou thought for a moment and said, "I think there should be some expectations."

"How about we get married again?"

"Are you bored or do you have too much money? Do you want to get married again? If you want to, do it yourself. Don't mess with me. I don't want to suffer again."

Mu Jinchen couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

"By the way, how were you feeling at that time? Were you nervous?"

"A little," but also somewhat expectant.

"I never imagined that the regent, who is always decisive and ruthless, would have a day of tension."

"I didn't have it before, but I have it ever since I met you."

"So, I've become your Achilles' heel."

"It is both a weakness and an armor."

“Isn’t he a strong support?” Su Qianrou turned her head to look at him.

Mu Jinchen chuckled, pulled her into his arms, and replied, "Yes, my strongest support."

Su Qianrou reached out and wrapped her arms around his waist, then leaned against him with a faint smile on her face.