Hua Zhi is someone who can sit still, but Shao Yao is not.
After she walked out of the city and away from the crowd, she took off her wedding attire and revealed that she was wearing riding clothes underneath.
When he got out of the carriage and was about to call for someone to pull the horse over, he saw Wu Yong riding a horse on the side with a smile on his face, holding another horse in his hand.
Looking at the reins handed to her, Shaoyao raised her eyebrows and took them, jumped on the horse... and ran away.
Wu Yong's smile suddenly froze on his face.
"Flower, flower!"
Hua Zhi, who was leaning on Yan Xi's chest and looking through the accounts, sat up helplessly, "It's not that long since we left the capital, but she can't hold back anymore. Fortunately, she has the highest status in Yinshan Pass, and no one can control her."
Gu Yanxi leaned back on the carriage, stretched out her legs to relieve the numbness, "If you didn't know her personality, you would never agree to this marriage."
Indeed, Hua Zhi opened the window curtain and waved to the person who was riding a horse towards her. She reined in the horse, stood up, turned the horse's head and ran to the other side. Her carefree and happy look made people laugh unconsciously.
If you were confined to Beijing, you probably wouldn't be able to see such lively peonies.
"Eldest sister."
Hua Zhi leaned on the window and watched her younger brother in official uniform riding towards her on horseback. She felt proud but also distressed. Even though she protected him in every possible way, Bolin still grew up too fast. Without anyone urging or forcing him, he took on the responsibilities that he shouldn't have at his age. She knew that he wanted to be able to protect her when she retired.
"I heard from my father that you caught up with them here when they were exiled."
Hua Zhi had completely forgotten about this matter. When it was brought up, she looked around and smiled, "It's true."
Hua Bailin felt a little happy and a little sad when he saw his elder sister, who had obviously relaxed since her marriage. He hoped that his elder sister could continue to be as upright and capable as she had been in the past few years, so that all men would be convinced of her. That way, her talent would not be buried. But he also hoped that his elder sister could live a leisurely life like she does now, with the protection of the Regent, reading books, drinking tea, and giving lectures, without having to worry about anything.
Those who have benefited from the eldest sister and are now gossiping about her, saying with certainty that she will not step down after the emperor's wedding, have no idea how much she wants to stay in a corner. The things that others care about may not be as important as her favorite book.
"At that time... was elder sister scared?" Hua Bailin couldn't help asking as he looked at his elder sister's nonchalant smile.
"Of course I was afraid. How could I not be afraid? But at that time, I didn't have time to think about whether I was afraid or not. There were only things that had to be done right now and things that could be done later." Hua Zhi supported her head and smiled. When she thought about the past later, she admired herself very much. If she had to do it all over again, she might not have the courage and responsibility.
"Berlin!"
The brother and sister looked in the direction of the sound and saw Shaoyao riding a horse restlessly, standing on the stirrup and running towards them, "Come on, let's have a race."
Hua Zhi covered her eyes, "Has she forgotten that she is now a bride, and the groom is watching her not far away."
Hua Bolin couldn't help laughing, "Then I have to forget that I am the messenger of the Heavenly Family now. Big sister, I'm leaving now."
Hua Zhi waved her hand. Although she looked reluctant, her eyes were full of smiles. Leaving the capital city, which restricted people, what was wrong with being more unrestrained outside? Even if someone complained, I think the emperor would understand. He probably just hated that he couldn't go on this trip with her.
"Are we going out too?"
Hua Zhi shook her head, turned around and leaned against the carriage to look at her man, "No hurry, there's still a long way to go."
Gu Yanxi followed her lead and pulled her over to lean against his chest again. "I almost didn't sleep last night. Let's get some sleep."
Rubbing his chest, Hua Zhi laughed, "I guess Wu Yong will catch up."
Wu Yong really caught up with her, and compared to Shaoyao who was well prepared, he was wearing a groom's suit, as if he was chasing a runaway bride. Countless people laughed out loud at the scene.
Although the journey is long, we have not yet parted, and there is a lot of joy along the way.
Shaoyao had no scruples as a bride and rode her horse every day, and the carriage almost became a decoration. Wu Yong went from following her to actively racing with her. He talked more and laughed more, and it seemed that they had found the right way to get along with each other.
Hua Zhi no longer stayed stuck in the carriage. She either rode with Yan Xi or rode side by side with her. Perhaps it was because of the proper exercise or her cheerful mood, but she did not look tired at all and her complexion looked even better. Gu Yanxi was very happy and she often pulled others to ride horses more often, intentionally or unintentionally.
But no matter how long the journey is, there is always an end.
Four days before the auspicious day, the huge team arrived at Yinshan Pass.
At that time, Yinshan Pass was decorated with joy because of the great celebration of the garrison commander. The Wu family has been stationed here for generations, and their prestige and prestige among the people have always been there. Now that General Wu is able to marry the regent's sister, it can be seen that the royal family values him very much. As a person from Yinshan Pass, I am naturally happy for him.
And when Hua Bolin asked for the imperial edict to announce the reconstruction of the border fortress five miles away and the inner city of Yinshan Pass was named Nuocheng, they were more than just happy. The cheers of long live the city were overwhelming. Although it was not stated explicitly, everyone understood that Nuocheng would be a city. A city could no longer be a place of exile. There were so many places in a city that needed people. They finally had a future!
Who doesn't want to live with their head held high? Who doesn't want to stand in front of their former family members with a clear conscience one day? Failure in officialdom is never right or wrong. Who among them is truly unforgivable? If there is a day to make a comeback, if there is a day to make a comeback...
In the corner, Hua Zhi looked at the burning gazes in everyone's eyes and the ambitions that were about to surge out and smiled, "I didn't expect the emperor would give Shaoyao such a big gift."
Gu Yanxi was also surprised, but he was even more surprised, "It wasn't your idea?"
"I just found out about this now." How could she mention such an important matter? Hua Zhi shook her head. "This is great. What I was most worried about was that he would be controlled by others. Although he is young, he has a righteous mind and a broad vision. Who knows, Daqing will really usher in a prosperous era under his leadership."
Who said it wasn't? Gu Yanxi looked at Hua Bolin who was walking towards them and smiled, "Or maybe he also wanted to give you a surprise."
"Master."
Hua Zhi's smile froze for a moment because of this address.
The young man in his official uniform, who had tied his crown prematurely, looked even more heroic and upright. He bowed and said, "The Emperor asked me to ask you, are you relieved now?"
Among millions of possibilities, this is the only one Hua Zhi didn't think of.
She moved her mouth, but in the end she could only nod to her younger brother, "Yes, Your Majesty is wise, I am relieved."
Hua Bolin straightened up, his adult look faded away, and he smiled like a normal teenager. "This was the Emperor's idea alone. He thought about it for a long time before making the decision. He said you would be happy if you knew about it."
"Yes, I'm very happy." How could he not be happy? The people of Nuocheng have a promising future, and so does Daqing.
PS: Oh, there is still one chapter, too much nonsense.