The grass in the factory should be plucked

Chapter 574 5 Years (Part )

The floor was covered with a large Persian carpet, thick and velvety, woven with golden vines and peacock patterns, interspersed with clusters of blooming red pomegranate flowers.

Jiang Li stepped barefoot on it, her snow-white and delicate soles like carved jade. She sat in front of the dressing table, her long hair cascading down like satin, and the crystal mirror reflected her exquisite face.

Xie Chang'an stood behind her, holding an ivory comb, and skillfully combed her long hair.

Four maids, including Shanhu'er and Yingluo'er, stood by, carrying several mother-of-pearl inlaid makeup boxes.

Even though they had seen these two masters many times, the overflowing happiness and sweetness of this perfect couple together still made the young maids stare in disbelief.

Jiang Li was at the peak of her beauty, like a peony in full bloom, her beauty captivating and enchanting, making one forget all worries upon seeing her.

Xie Chang'an was over thirty, the most mature and charming time for a man. He had a full beard on his chin, which made him look even more handsome, heroic, and extraordinary.

Jiang Li looked at him carefully styling her hair in the mirror and couldn't help but chuckle. "Who would have thought that the famous and awe-inspiring Grand Marshal of the Army would have such a skill in combing and styling hair?"

Three years ago, Xie Chang'an was promoted to "Grand Marshal of the Armed Forces of the World," commanding a million soldiers of the Great Chu.

This war god of the Great Chu was famous overseas. Wherever he went, the kings of neighboring countries were all silent and afraid, fearing that if they were not careful, they would displease the war god and kill him.

If they knew that he did his wife's makeup every day when he was at home, they would probably be shocked!

Xie Chang'an smiled slightly: "Nothing special, just practice makes perfect."

Jiang Li asked, "Have all four children returned?"

Shan'er replied, "Your Highness, the young prince is in the manor, but the eldest prince and the two county princesses have not yet returned."

Jiang Li frowned slightly: "Where did Buqi go?"

Hu'er smiled and said, "The young master left the manor early this morning, saying he wanted to pick out a suitable birthday gift for the prince."

Xie Chang'an smiled and said, "You're very thoughtful."

Jiang Li couldn't help but smile.

Xie Buqi wants everything good he sees, a habit he still can't break. He has plenty to choose from for his birthday gift.

She has four children: Xie Buli and Xie Buqi are eight years old, and Xie Wuyou and Xie Wuchou are almost six years old. The four children have very different personalities, and each one is more troublesome than the last.

Xie Buli was fond of martial arts and wanted his daughter to follow in his footsteps. From a young age, she followed her father on patrols around the border, spending half the year in the army.

She went to Tianji City a few days ago to inspect the Western Regions border on behalf of her father, and she hasn't returned yet.

Xie Buqi was a business prodigy. He showed extraordinary talent at a young age. He could remember the account books that even Jiang Li found difficult and understood them at a glance.

From the moment he was able to read the ledgers, Jiang Li began to delegate some of the affairs of the General Administration of Commerce to her son, who is now her most capable assistant.

Xie Wuyou was the child who made his parents worry the least. He was quiet and didn't like to cry or make a fuss since he was a child.

I thought he was mediocre and not as good as his older brother and sister, but I never expected that he would be so talented in Taoist arts. He was taken in as a disciple by Zhang Tianshi when he was three years old and had been practicing Taoism with Zhang Tianshi on Longhu Mountain. He only returned to the capital the day before yesterday.

The youngest, Xie Wuchou, was the family's darling, but also the child who caused his parents the most headaches.

She looks like Jiang Li, but she is even more unruly and mischievous than Jiang Li.

She was born with a love for water and was raised by mermaid maids. While her older sister spent her days crawling and rolling around in the military camp, she swam in the sea every day.

The mermaid's glass city, in particular, became her second home.

Even Mingzhu adored her, treating her like her own daughter, which made Xie Chang'an quite jealous, always feeling that Mingzhu had stolen his precious darling.

Xie Chang'an frowned: "Where's your Dandan? Didn't you send him to pick up Buli and Wuchou? Why isn't he back yet?"

The Dragon Palace can travel between Tianji Lake and the South China Sea in an instant. Jiang Li asked Dandan to go to Liuli City in the South China Sea to pick up Xie Wuchou first, and then go to Tianji City in the Western Regions to pick up Xie Buli.

Dragon Egg set off early in the morning, and it's almost noon now, but it hasn't returned yet. I wonder where it's been delayed.

Jiang Li then contacted the dragon egg: "Egg, why aren't you back yet? Is that little rascal Wuchou playing and refusing to come back?"

Dragon Egg sighed, "Your little aunt is playing hide-and-seek with the little mermaids. She's hiding, and no matter how much we call her, she won't come out!"

Jiang Li smiled and said, "Go to Tianji City first to pick up Bu Li, and have Bu Li call her. I guarantee she'll come out immediately."

The little rascal is fearless, except for her sister.

Her coquettishness and adoration worked on her parents and brother, but Xie Buli was immune to it.

Dragon Egg suddenly realized: "Oh right, how could I have forgotten about that?"

So he manipulated the Dragon Palace and headed towards Tianji Lake.

Soon after, Xie Buli returned with Xie Wuchou.

"Mother!"

Xie Wuchou chuckled and, smelling of the sea, pounced into Jiang Li's arms, only to be disdainfully lifted up by Jiang Li.

"Go back to your yard first, wash yourself properly, and then come over."

"Daddy!"

Xie Wuchou chuckled and then threw herself into Xie Chang'an's arms, giving him a quick kiss on the cheek.

"May Father Wuchou enjoy boundless happiness and longevity!"

Xie Chang'an's heart melted; he had long forgotten the words of reproach.

He held his little daughter affectionately, saying, "We'll talk about these things at the banquet. Go back to your room and freshen up first, so your mother won't spank you."

"Young Princess, the Grand Madam has prepared many beautiful clothes and jewelry for you."

Cui'er, who was serving Xie Wuchou, coaxed her.

"Alright, Aunt Cui, let's go."

"Mother."

Xie Buli also snuggled up to Jiang Li's side.

The young general, who was stern and aloof in front of outsiders, only acted like an eight-year-old girl in front of his mother.

"Thank you for your hard work, our young General Xie."

Jiang Li smiled and patted her head, "How is the situation in Tianji City now?"

Since Mo Sanlang led a group of Mo family disciples to settle in Tianji City, the moving city has changed almost every day.

Xie Buli said seriously, "Uncle Mo and Sister Xiaoling had a fight. Sister Xiaoling won't let him install the thing he's been developing recently, saying it's too ugly."

Jiang Li asked curiously, "What is it?"

"Giant armor."

Xie Buli said, "Uncle Mo said that every brick in Tianji City is a treasure, and he's afraid it might be destroyed by cannon fire one day. He wants to cover the entire Tianji City with armor. Sister Xiaoling thinks the armor is too bulky and ugly."

Jiang Li couldn't help but laugh.

Now, Mo Sanlang looks at the Tianji City he has meticulously renovated as if it were a rare treasure. Even a small piece of the city wall falling off would make him feel heartbroken for a long time.

"Let them argue, just ignore them."

Mo Sanlang and Xiao Ling were like a pair of bickering lovers. Jiang Li even felt that if Mo Sanlang hadn't already gotten married, he might have wanted to ask Xiao Ling for her hand in marriage.

Given the Mohist disciples' obsession with this city, they are perfectly capable of doing such a thing!

"How is the western border? Any unusual activity?"

Xie Chang'an also asked.

He felt comfortable letting his eight-year-old daughter patrol the border in his place because he could wander around Tianji City, and there were also Xiao Ling, Bai Xian, and Mo family disciples in the city.

As long as Xie doesn't leave the city, his safety can be absolutely guaranteed.

"everything is normal."

A faint smile appeared on Xie Buli's face, which resembled his own. "The border guards of the Dzungar and Kazakh regions saw Tianji City from afar and ran away in the blink of an eye."

Just kidding, if we don't run now, what if that city suddenly goes crazy and opens fire? We'll be sent straight back to our grandma's house!