Before confiscating their property, they emptied the imperial city and exiled them!

Lin Xiaoxiao originally didn't intend to pay attention to it and wanted to go back to rest.

But unexpectedly, I ran into an acquaintance.

It was Song Huai'an and the woman from earlier that day; they left the inn one after the other.

In order to protect her mother-in-law's later years, Lin Xiaoxiao had no choice but to secretly follow her.

Fortunately, they hadn't gone far; they started talking when they were not far from the post station.

Song Huai'an spoke first, looking at the woman with a guilty expression.

"That thing you mentioned during the day, I'm afraid...!"

Before Song Huai'an could finish speaking, the woman interrupted him: "Brother Huai'an, you don't need to say anything more, I know what you mean."

But I'm afraid I can't understand you about this.

"It concerns my daughter, so I have no choice but to be selfish."

daughter?

Lin Xiaoxiao, who had been eavesdropping nearby, widened her eyes instantly.

Could it be that this woman wants to marry her daughter to her father-in-law?

But why?

Even if there was some motive, it shouldn't have come to this.

Even though Song Huai'an was a founding general before, he is now just an exiled criminal.

Before Lin Xiaoxiao could think it through, the woman spoke again: "Wen Jing is already engaged to Rou'er, and Rou'er doesn't fight for any title, so why don't you agree?"

Lin Xiaoxiao, standing not far away, was so shocked that her mouth remained agape for a long time.

What kind of gossip am I eating?

They actually ended up eating their own food.

Song Huai'an frowned and said, "That was just a joke I made earlier."

Besides, we are currently in exile, and marrying into this family would only bring you suffering. Why would you do this to yourself?

The woman looked at Song Huai'an and smiled bitterly: "Who told her to be my daughter?"

They're all equally foolish, equally infatuated.

Song Huai'an turned his head away from her gaze: "I've already made up my mind about this. You shouldn't bring it up again. It's better for both of us that way."

The woman closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and said, "So you're going to break your promise? Qingyuan died saving you."

We haven't troubled you in any way all these years. He only left behind this one daughter. Are you just going to sit idly by and do nothing?"

When the woman mentioned Song Huai'an's savior, his face immediately turned pale.

I can no longer bring myself to say no.

Seeing that she had gotten the result she wanted, the woman said with a stern face, "I hope that if you don't get the answer I want in the future, you won't come looking for me again."

After saying that, she left without giving Song Huai'an any chance to refuse.

Song Huai'an stood there for a long time, feeling dejected.

Lin Xiaoxiao watched the woman's departing figure, her heart filled with doubt.

Could it be that her daughter is really so deeply in love with Song Wenjing?

Despite being exiled by the Song family, she married into the Song family without complaint.

When Lin Xiaoxiao returned to the room, Song Wenjing was still fast asleep.

She took off her coat with peace of mind, and as soon as she sat on the bed, she was hugged from behind.

Lin Xiaoxiao didn't struggle: "You're not asleep?"

Song Wenjing leaned closer to her, buried his face in her neck, and said in a muffled voice, "It's not easy to sleep with my wife. How can I sleep without you by my side?"

"I'm back now, let's go to sleep!"

Song Wenjing's voice carried a hint of languor: "It seems my wife can't wait any longer!"

Lin Xiaoxiao tilted her head back slightly: "I'm really a little tired, let's go to sleep!"

Song Wenjing gently placed her on the bed and then held her as he fell asleep.

A speechless night!

When Lin Xiaoxiao woke up the next day, Song Wenjing had already brought breakfast in from outside.

"It's snowing outside again, so wear more clothes later."

I've already loaded the supplies from our horse-drawn wagon onto the oxcart, so you won't have to suffer in the cold while we travel."

Lin Xiaoxiao tidied her hair, then got dressed and sat down at the table.

"It's okay, I actually quite enjoy traveling while enjoying the snow. I just feel stuffy staying in the carriage all day."

Song Wenjing handed her a steamed bun: "Okay, whatever you say!"

Lin Xiaoxiao returned his smile with a bright smile.

While the two were eating, Mu Qingwan rushed over.

With red eyes, she looked at Song Wenjing and said coquettishly, "Brother Wenjing, I won't allow you to marry that woman."

Song Wenjing put down the spoon in his hand, frowned and scolded, "Are you still not awake? What nonsense are you talking about?"

Mu Qingwan stared at Song Wenjing for a while and found that he seemed completely unaware of the situation.

She said anxiously, "I'm not lying. Just now, when we were eating downstairs, my uncle personally arranged this marriage for you."

Seeing that she wasn't joking, Song Wenjing suddenly seemed to understand something.

He said irritably, "You can go out now. I know about this."

Still unwilling to give up, Mu Qingwan asked, "You won't agree, will you?"

Seeing Song Wenjing's impatient expression, he immediately and tactfully walked out.

Song Wenjing glanced at Lin Xiaoxiao cautiously, afraid that the latter would be angry.

Unexpectedly, Lin Xiaoxiao calmly continued drinking the white porridge in her bowl, occasionally picking up a little bit of side dish.

Song Wenjing looked at her with a resentful expression: "Why aren't you angry? Aren't you jealous? Or did you already know about this?"

Lin Xiaoxiao wiped her mouth and looked at him with a smile: "I didn't mean to eavesdrop."

"Then why didn't you tell me?"

"Don't you already know that now?"

Song Wenjing pulled her into his arms and looked at her earnestly, assuring her, "Don't worry, I won't let Father make decisions for me recklessly."

I don't want anyone but you in this life.

Lin Xiaoxiao pinched his cheek, surprised to find he was such a loyal dog.

I used to think he was a clingy little wolf!

Lin Xiaoxiao lay down on his chest: "Okay, I believe you, and I'll give you the same promise."

After the two finished getting ready and went downstairs, Mu Qingwan was standing anxiously at the bottom of the stairs.

Lin Xiaoxiao found her panicked and uncertain appearance somewhat amusing.

Before she could even say anything, she was already so anxious that she couldn't stand still.

After they went downstairs, the Song family members were all standing below, but Su Shi was nowhere to be seen.

Ignoring their awkward expressions, Lin Xiaoxiao and Song Wenjing calmly walked out of the inn.

Song Huai'an wanted to call them back, but ultimately didn't say anything.

Just as they were about to set off, Song Huai'an brought the lively-looking little girl from that day to the carriage driven by Song Wenjing.

He said in a deep voice, "Wen Jing, this is Yu Rou. Let her ride in your car for the rest of the journey!"

Song Wenjing glanced at them, cracked his whip, and the carriage began to sway and move forward.

He looked coldly at his father: "Our carriage is full, Father, you should think of another way!"

Song Huai'an frowned, stepped forward, and pulled on the reins, forcing the carriage to stop.

He scolded Song Wenjing, "You unfilial son! Your carriage is the most spacious here, and you've already prepared it long ago."

Why can't they tolerate Rou'er?

Xie Yurou, who was standing next to Song Huai'an, also looked at Song Wenjing with brimming eyes, as if accusing him of being heartless.

Song Wenjing: "This carriage was earned by Xiaoxiao for her meritorious service. Father, have you forgotten about it? Father, aren't you afraid of hurting Xiaoxiao's feelings by acting like this?"

Song Huai'an was taken aback upon hearing this, but after glancing at Xie Yurou beside him, he had no choice but to harden his heart and look at Lin Xiaoxiao, saying, "I believe that Xiaoxiao wouldn't be so petty."

Lin Xiaoxiao looked at them with a smile that didn't reach her eyes: "I'm sorry, General Song is probably mistaken."

General Song's words severed all ties between them, even though they hadn't known each other for long.

Song Huai'an still felt a dull ache in his heart.