bestfiction Chapter 159 The Time of Reunion
Chapter 159 The Time of Reunion
Gu Liuli got up early, carefully dressed herself, and then went to Jia Xiaoyan's residence under the guidance of a palace maid.
Upon hearing that Gu Liuli was coming, Jia Xiaoyan was overjoyed and hurriedly got up to greet her. When Gu Liuli stepped into the room, Jia Xiaoyan quickly stepped forward, grasped her hand tightly, her eyes sparkling with excitement, and her face beaming with a bright smile: "Liuli, I've been looking forward to your arrival. I've been thinking about having a good talk with you every day."
Gu Liuli smiled broadly, gently patted Jia Xiaoyan's hand, and said tenderly, "Xiaoyan, I've been thinking about you too. Look at you, you look so well. The little prince must have been very good and hadn't caused you any worry, right?"
The two walked hand in hand to the soft couch by the window and sat down. The palace maids quickly served them fragrant tea and exquisite snacks.
While inviting Gu Liuli to try the snacks, Jia Xiaoyan said, "Liuli, this child is so naughty. He's alright during the day, but he gets restless at night and keeps me up all night. But watching him grow up day by day fills my heart with joy."
Gu Liuli nodded slightly, her eyes full of understanding and care: "All mothers are like this, every move their child makes touches their hearts. But you should also take care of your health and not overwork yourself. If you need anything, just say so, don't be shy."
Jia Xiaoyan nodded, a hint of gratitude in her eyes: "Liuli, I know. In this Xijing Kingdom, with His Majesty and the ministers taking care of me, I'm doing quite well. It's just that sometimes I miss home and my family." As she said this, a faint sadness flashed in her eyes.
Gu Liuli gently held Jia Xiaoyan's hand and comforted her, "Xiaoyan, don't be sad. You can go back to visit anytime you want, and your parents know you're doing well here, so they can rest assured. They've come this time too, so you should spend some quality time with them."
A smile returned to Jia Xiaoyan's face as she excitedly said, "Yes, I heard that my parents came too. I haven't had a chance to talk to them properly yet. Liuli, do you think they were tired from their journey?"
Gu Liuli smiled and said, "I'm sure I'll be a little tired, but the thought of seeing you makes me happy, so what's a little tiredness? By the way, Xiaoyan, have you encountered anything unpleasant while you're in Xijing Kingdom? If so, you must tell me."
Jia Xiaoyan tilted her head and thought for a moment, then shook her head: "It's nothing serious, just that sometimes there are minor frictions when I get along with some of the palace maids and nannies here. But they're all minor things, and I haven't taken them to heart."
Gu Liuli frowned slightly and said seriously, "Xiaoyan, don't wrong yourself. Although you have a good personality, you can't let others bully you. If you encounter something like this again, you must speak up, and I will stand up for you."
Jia Xiaoyan looked at Gu Liuli with emotion, her eyes slightly red: "Liuli, it's so good to have you. I know you've always taken good care of me, and I remember it all."
Gu Liuli smiled and patted Jia Xiaoyan's head: "Silly girl, we're family, why are you saying such formal things? By the way, has the little prince been named yet?"
Jia Xiaoyan's eyes lit up, and she said excitedly, "It's settled! His Majesty named the child Jiang You'an, meaning he will have a peaceful and prosperous life. Liuli, what do you think of this name?"
Gu Liuli nodded gently and praised, "This is a very good name, with profound meaning. You'an, You'an, I hope the little prince can grow up safely and healthily, and I also hope that Xijing Kingdom can be prosperous and peaceful under His Majesty's rule."
The next morning, warm sunlight gently filtered through the curtains of the guest room in the Xijing Kingdom's palace. The children, exhausted from their long journey the previous night, slept soundly, their light falling on Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao's bed.
Meanwhile, in another part of the palace, Jiang Liushen and Jia Xiaoyan got up early.
Jia Xiaoyan was filled with anticipation, her face beaming with barely suppressed joy. As she carefully selected gifts to give to Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao, she said to Jiang Liushen, "Your Majesty, I don't know what Yaoyao and Yiyi like, so I specially had these little trinkets prepared. I hope they will like them." As she spoke, she picked up a brocade handkerchief embroidered with butterflies, gently stroking the patterns on it, her eyes filled with tenderness.
Jiang Liushen smiled, gently put his arm around Jia Xiaoyan's shoulder, and said tenderly, "Don't worry, the children are innocent and will be very happy with this sentiment." Jia Xiaoyan nodded, carefully folded the handkerchief, and put it into the box.
Once everything was ready, they walked towards the guest room where Xiao Nan Yi and Xiao Nan Yao were staying, surrounded by a group of palace maids and guards.
Along the way, Jia Xiaoyan walked briskly, occasionally quickening her pace, as if she couldn't wait to see the two children. She also turned back from time to time to talk to Jiang Liushen, "I wonder if Yao Yao's hair has grown long yet. The hairpin I prepared will definitely make her even more beautiful."
At the same time, Xiao Nanyao and Xiao Nanyi were awakened by the clear chirping of birds outside the window. Xiao Nanyao rubbed her sleepy eyes, turned to look at Xiao Nanyi beside her, gently poked his cheek, and said with a smile, "Brother, wake up! We've arrived at the palace of Xijing Kingdom! We can have lots of fun today!"
Xiao Nanyi groggily opened his eyes, and upon hearing his sister's words, he immediately perked up, sat up in bed, and excitedly said, "Really? Then let's get up quickly and go see Uncle and Aunt!"
The two children quickly finished washing up and changed into brand new clothes.
Xiao Nanyao wore a light pink long dress with exquisite flower patterns embroidered on the hem, resembling a blooming little flower; Xiao Nanyi wore a blue brocade robe, looking exceptionally spirited and handsome.
Just then, footsteps and voices came from outside the door.
Xiao Nanyao and Xiao Nanyi exchanged a glance, their faces lighting up with expectant smiles. Xiao Nanyi couldn't wait to run and open the door.
As soon as Jia Xiaoyan saw Xiao Nanyao and Xiao Nanyi, a bright smile immediately lit up her face, her eyes filled with affection. She quickly walked forward, squatted down, opened her arms, and said gently, "Yaoyao, Yiyi, let your auntie give you a hug!"
Without hesitation, Xiao Nanyao and Xiao Nanyi rushed into Jia Xiaoyan's arms. Xiao Nanyao hugged Jia Xiaoyan's neck affectionately and said, "Auntie, I missed you so much!" Xiao Nanyi nodded vigorously beside her and said, "I missed Auntie and Uncle too!"
Jia Xiaoyan hugged the two children tightly, her eyes slightly red, and her voice choked with emotion as she said, "My dear babies, your auntie missed you so much! We've been waiting for you to come." As she spoke...
She gently stroked Xiao Nanyao and Xiao Nanyi's hair, her eyes filled with affection. She even kissed Xiao Nanyao on the cheek and tapped Xiao Nanyi on the forehead.
Jiang Liushen stood aside, watching this heartwarming scene, a gentle smile appearing on his face. He stepped forward, reached out and touched Xiao Nanyi's head, then patted Xiao Nanyao's shoulder, and said with a smile, "Yaoyao and Yiyi have both grown taller and more sensible."
Little Nan Yao tilted her head and said mischievously, "Uncle, I've learned so many new skills! I'll show you later!" Little Nan Yi wasn't to be outdone, and grabbed Jiang Liu Shen's hand, saying, "Uncle, I know so many new things too! I can run really, really fast!"
Xiao Nanyao lifted her head from Jia Xiaoyan's arms, looked at Jiang Liushen, and said sweetly, "Uncle, the palace of Xijing Kingdom is so big and beautiful! When we came last night, we couldn't see it clearly. Can you take us around today, Uncle?" Xiao Nanyi also tugged at Jiang Liushen's clothes and said expectantly, "Uncle, I also want to see if there are any fun things here!"