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Beijing was the imperial city, and there were countless bakeries selling pastries on the streets. It was different from the remote Clear Water Town, so when Yuzhu Pavilion first opened his shop, he was worried about the business inside.

The next two days, Shen Zhu went to the shop to keep an eye on the business. Seeing that business was booming, she finally relaxed.

After a few days of travel, Su Zongwen's group of bandits were about to arrive.

Ming Jiling sat on the horse's back, vigilantly inspecting his surroundings. The bandits would easily ambush them here with the high mountains circling.

He said warmly, "According to the latest information from my subordinates, those bandits have already found out that the imperial government had sent troops to attack them. They are all hiding their tracks now. I'm afraid this battle will not be easy."

Su Zongwen said in a deep voice: "No matter how hard it is to fight, if these bandits are not completely eliminated, it will still be a huge hidden danger."

The two of them rode their horses and made their way along the road, creating a distance between them and the group behind them.

This was one of Ming Jiling's military tactics. He would lead the elites to explore the path ahead, while the middle and back would be guarded by a few of his trusted aides. This way, even if there were any unexpected situations, nothing too serious would happen.

Su Zongwen raised his deep eyes and saw birds flying out from the trees.

He felt that something was amiss, but just as he was about to say something, a group of black-clothed men flew out from the forest. The rocks on the mountain fell, separating Su Zongwen, Ming Jiling and the few soldiers from the high-ranking officer behind.

The black clothed man directly rushed towards Su Zongwen and Ming Jiling!

Su Zongwen pulled the ropes, instinctively protecting Ming Jiling behind him, he unsheathed the sword in his hands: "Everyone be careful, there's an ambush!"

He didn't notice that the man behind him had a look of astonishment mixed with joy and an unquenchable viciousness.

Ming Jiling's lips slightly moved, and said without a sound: "Brother."

In the capital, the weather was just right. The autumn wind was blowing gently.

From time to time, the delicate laughter of a woman could be heard from the Minister Mansion or the World Peace Garden.

"Ruanruan is really more likeable." Ah Qiu held Ruanruan in his arms and teased, his face full of anticipation: "If only my child inside my stomach was as adorable as her after birth."

As she spoke, she handed Ruanruan over to Chun Cao who was waiting at the side.

"Look at her now, she's cute. If this little guy cries, you'll feel better."

Shen Zhu restrained his laughter for the children. Hearing the Ah Qiu's admiration, he smiled and teased them.

"Listening to sister-in-law's words, I can already imagine that when this kid is born in my stomach, he will definitely be tormented."

Ah Qiu laughed involuntarily. She looked down at her abdomen, her face filled with anticipation.

This was her first child, the crystallization of her love for Su Yixuan …

"Since you're carrying a child, you should pay more attention to rest. You must not overwork yourself."

Shen Zhu pulled Ruanruan into his embrace, smiling as he warned.

"These Mother s have already warned me in their letters. I have been paying careful attention every day." The Ah Qiu nodded.

"That's good."

As the two chatted in the room, they forgot about the time.

Chun Cao opened the curtain and entered the room to report, "Madam, the things have been prepared, and it's getting late, shouldn't we set off for Yuzhu Pavilion?"

Shen Zhu smacked his head and thought angrily: "I almost forgot!"

She saw that the sun was high in the sky so she nodded: "Is the carriage ready?"

Chun Cao reported in a low voice: "The carriage is already waiting at the door."

"Alright, let's set off then." Shen Zhu nodded his head, holding Ruanruan in his arms, he gave the servant girl beside him a hug, and instructed: "Bring Ruanruan to the big lady's courtyard later."

"Yes, ma'am." The maidservant hugged the child and respectfully replied.

Seeing that, Ah Qiu also stood up, and followed Shen Zhu out, "Since sister-in-law wants to go to Yuzhu Pavilion, then Ruanruan can come play in my courtyard today? It just so happens that I am bored staying in the courtyard, so it is good to have Ruanruan to accompany me and relieve my boredom. "

Yuzhu Pavilion had only just opened her shop, so Shen Zhu was a little worried, thus she went to take a look at the shop everyday. Since there were many people around, she might as well take a look as well.

These few days, when she went out, the children would always be sent to the courtyard of the Madame Chen. After all, the Ah Qiu was pregnant, so it would be inconvenient to disturb her. Now that the Ah Qiu had asked for it himself, the other party seemed to be afraid of her refusing, so he had already carried Ruanruan in his arms.

"Then I'll have to trouble you."

Shen Zhu led Chun Cao out.

Kong Family.

"Greetings to big sister." With the support of their respective servant girls, Chen Ruoran led a few concubines and gently bowed to Shen Yao.

"Little sister, please sit."

Shen Yao sat on the seat of honor, forcing himself to smile.

"Thank you elder sister." Chen Ruoran spoke sweetly and walked over to the seat right below Shen Yao and sat down.

The other concubines quickly followed and sat behind Chen Ruoran.

"I heard that my sister had caught a cold two days ago, but my sister was always busy. She only came to visit today, so I hope that you don't blame her." Chen Ruoran spoke out. Listening carefully, she did not feel any guilt at all.

"How does elder sister feel now? Did you take any medicine today? " She raised her head to look at Shen Yao, pretended to be concerned, and continued: "Since you're sick, Big Sis must remember to take the medicine on time, don't get cold again."

"Thank you for your concern, sister. I've taken a few days of medicine and now my body is completely fine."

Hearing Chen Ruoran's words, Shen Yao's teeth itched with hatred in his heart, but he still had to smile and thank him.

"It's good that big sister is fine." Chen Ruoran lowered his eyes slightly, and said with an apologetic expression: "The things that happened a few days ago really make me feel sorry for my sister. Elder sister's illness is so severe, I should have let my husband accompany her instead.

Brilliantly showing off.

"Since little sister has eaten too much, hubby can be at ease accompanying her personally."

Shen Yao took a deep breath, holding tightly to his wide sleeves, he pretended to be gentle and generous.

Originally, she thought that it would be fine if Kong Linyuan didn't care about her at all, but he just came over to take a look when he was sick. Yet, she was greatly disappointed when Kong Linyuan really didn't come to see her once!

After that, Shen Yao sent Qing Qing to invite Kong Linyuan over three times, and only then did Kong Linyuan come to her courtyard. Only, when he sat down for less than half a cup of tea, Chen Ruoran had already sent someone over to deliver the message, saying that she had suffered from a stomachache from eating too much. When Kong Linyuan heard this, he did not care about anything and rushed back to Chen Ruoran's courtyard.

Shen Yao was so angry that his face turned purple.

Although she was Kong Linyuan's official wife and the owner of the Kong Family, she had already lost her favor and could be ignored by Kong Linyuan at any time. But Chen Ruoran was different, she was favored and doted upon by Chen Ruoran, and her position in the Kong Family was even more honorable than the owner's, so she couldn't do anything about it.