The Golden Family, rising from the Western Regions

Chapter 132 Princess
"Why are you laughing so happily?"

Just as Xiao Yanyan was smiling and secretly delighted, a warm and gentle voice, like a spring breeze, quietly floated from behind her.

Xiao Yanyan was startled and turned around quickly.

"Sister-in-law, why are you walking without making any sound?"

Xiao Yanyan patted her chest and said in a feigned annoyance, "You scared me."

Standing in front of her at this time was a woman of about twenty-five or twenty-six years old, wearing a lavender horse-faced long skirt. The hem of the skirt swayed gently in the breeze, making her look particularly elegant.

Her eyebrows and eyes are picturesque, her skin is as white as jade, and the corners of her mouth are slightly raised, with a bit of gentleness and playfulness.

She has a gentle and generous temperament, and her every move reveals a sense of calmness and confidence, as if she can control the overall situation at any time and in any place.

This is Xiao Simo's princess.

Shu Lu Wu Jin.

She and Xiao Yanyan had known each other since childhood, and she was only four years older than Xiao Yanyan.

So the relationship between the two has always been as close as sisters.

In private, many jokes are made without restraint.

Shu Lu Wu Jin chuckled, a hint of teasing flashed in his eyes: "I have been standing behind you for a while, you just didn't notice."

Then, she deliberately dragged out her words with a hint of teasing in her tone, "Why, you were thinking about your lover so much that you didn't even notice me approaching you?"

Xiao Yanyan's cheeks flushed slightly, but having been spoiled by Xiao Simo since childhood, she never knew what embarrassment was.

When talking, he is unwilling to suffer any loss of words.

With a light snort, she admitted simply and rudely: "I just miss men, so what?"

Upon hearing this, Shu Lu Wu Jin was stunned at first, and then he couldn't help but burst out laughing.

She reached out and gently poked Xiao Yanyan's forehead, scolding her, "You are becoming more and more shameless, girl. If your brother heard this, he would definitely scold you."

Xiao Yanyan raised her chin and said nonchalantly, "Brother wouldn't be willing to scold me!"

"Besides, what's wrong with me thinking about men? Men should get married when they are old enough, and women should get married when they are old enough. Hasn't he always wanted to marry me off?"

Shu Lu Wu Jin was amused by her self-righteous look and shook his head, his eyes full of doting: "Okay, okay, you are right."

"But..."

She deliberately dragged out her words, leaned close to Xiao Yanyan's ear, and lowered her voice, "Wait a minute, I want to see what kind of man can bend the proud and arrogant Liema of my Xiao family."

The conversation between Li Xiao and Xiao Simo was quite successful.

Although Xiao Simo appeared reluctant and even seemed to be deliberately scolding Li Xiao.

But deep down, how could he not know Xiao Yanyan's feelings?

This is his younger sister who depends on him for everything. She has had a miserable life since childhood. She has no parents and is not liked by her grandfather.

He was raised by Xiao Simo.

How could Xiao Simo not take her marriage seriously?
After the Daha family broke off the engagement, Xiao Simo no longer expected Xiao Yanyan to arrange a marriage.

I hope she can find someone she likes.

Now, she has found it.

Although he was a Han Chinese, Xiao Simo didn't care.

Being Han Chinese also has its advantages.

Therefore, Xiao Simo just pretended to be indifferent and said, "Others who come to propose marriage always give a thousand cows and ten thousand sheep as betrothal gifts."

"Li Xiao, you come here empty-handed. Aren't you ashamed?"

Hearing this, Li Xiao knew that the matter was done.

If Xiao Simo didn't agree, why would we even discuss the betrothal gift?

"Of course there is a betrothal gift."

Li Xiao smiled lightly, then said with a firm face: "As an adult, I naturally don't care about a few cattle, sheep and property."

"This underestimates your generosity and courage, and is even more disrespectful to Her Royal Highness the Princess."

"If Your Excellency would allow me to marry the princess."

"I will attack the royal court for you, sir, and capture Yelu Zhilugu alive, presenting him to you as a betrothal gift."

Hearing this, Xiao Simo smiled.

"Hahaha, Li Xiao, ah Li Xiao."

"You are quite a boaster, boy."

"But I believe you." Xiao Simo laughed.

After all, he had already agreed to this marriage in his heart. Marrying Xiao Yanyan to Li Xiao might be the best choice for her.

At the same time, it can also completely make the Han people in Jinzhou become his confidants, which is a good thing that kills two birds with one stone.

Xiao Simo naturally agreed.

As for Li Xiao's betrothal gift of attacking the royal court and capturing Yelu Zhilugu alive.

Xiao Simo also took it seriously.

After all, in his opinion, Li Xiao had accomplished everything he promised very well.

Last year in Jinshan, the army was blocked and could hardly move, if Li Xiao had not crossed the Alai Ridge.

I'm afraid Xiao Simo's army will return empty-handed.

And now, with nearly 50,000 troops gathered in the Eastern Capital, the capture of the royal court is just around the corner.

Therefore, Xiao Simo would rather give Li Xiao a goal to motivate him.

Let him fight bravely and make more achievements.

As for capturing Yelu Zhilugu alive?

unimportant.

In Xiao Simo's heart, he would rather catch that bastard himself.

Afterwards, Xiao Simo arranged a family dinner at the palace.

Invited Li Xiao, Li Erjiang, Li Dashan and others to a banquet.

After all, the latter are Li Xiao's elders.

In the absence of the old man, Li Erjiang naturally took over this position.

Even in the seating arrangement at the banquet, he was above Li Xiao.

"Ah Man, you have good taste."

"This Governor Li is young and promising, a talented person."

During the meal, Shu Lu Wu Jin quietly said to Xiao Yanyan. He looked at Li Xiao and nodded with satisfaction.

He sat at the banquet, his brows as deep as if carved by a knife, his eyes like cold stars, revealing sharpness and calmness, as if he could see through people's hearts.

His posture was as straight as a pine tree, and his moon-white cotton robe made his shoulders broad and waist narrow. He was tall and slender, about six feet tall, like a towering mountain, yet with a bit of a cold edge that made people look up at him involuntarily.

He spoke calmly, his voice was deep and powerful, and every word he said was as powerful as a stone. He had the heroism of a military general and the elegance of a scholar.

Although his face looks a little immature, it seems to contain the perseverance of having experienced many things. His deep eyes flash with calmness and courage. Every time his eyes meet, people can feel his maturity and responsibility far beyond his age.

All these behaviors made Shu Lu Wu Jin develop a strong liking for the young governor whom he met for the first time.

I couldn't help but sigh that Xiao Yanyan has a good eye for men.

"Of course."

"The man I chose!" Xiao Yanyan smiled confidently.

I couldn't help but think of the first time I met Li Xiao.

She was in a very sorry state at that time, and Li Xiao was even more immature.

Unexpectedly, in just less than a year, the relationship between the two had become so close.

Thinking of everything that happened with Li Xiao in the past, Xiao Yanyan couldn't help but smile, immersed in the joy of happiness.

Shu Lu Wu Jin smiled slightly, with a hint of envy in his eyes.

Then she stood up with the cup in both hands and looked at Li Xiao.

His posture was dignified and calm, his voice clear as a spring, yet with a certain authority that could not be ignored: "Commander Li, I offer you a toast."

"Thank you for bravely fighting against the army of Buyilukhei Khan and helping the prince escape the siege last year."

"This cup is not only my toast to you, but also my thanks to you on behalf of the prince."

When Li Xiao saw that the princess had stood up, he also stood up immediately with his wine glass.

"Princess, you are serious."

"Killing the enemy on the battlefield is a soldier's duty. I am only fulfilling my duty."

"I, Li Xiao, was personally promoted by Lord Xiao. How dare I not serve him till death?"

After he said that, he raised his glass and drank it all in one gulp, his movements were quick and decisive, without any hesitation.

Seeing this, Shu Lu Wu Jin also drank the wine in the cup with a smile.

"Okay, hahaha!"

After the two of them finished drinking, Xiao Simo burst into laughter.

"From now on, we will be a family."

"There's no need to be so distant."

"Don't call me princess anymore. Join Ah Man in calling me sister-in-law."

Hearing this, Li Xiao did not shirk responsibility. He nodded gently and said to Xiao Simo, "Li Xiao, greetings, brother."

Then he looked at Shu Lu Wu Jin and said, "Hello, sister-in-law."

Afterwards, the two sides clinked glasses and the atmosphere at the table gradually became more lively.

Shulu Wujin has elegant manners. Although she is a princess, she is not arrogant at all.

She took a sip of wine, and swept her eyes gently over everyone at the table. Occasionally, she chatted with Li Xiao, and her words were both majestic and gentle as a superior.

Xiao Yanyan's gaze was on Li Xiao for most of the time. Her eyes were gentle and focused, as if all the noise around her had nothing to do with her, and Li Xiao was the only center of the banquet.

Li Xiao felt that gaze, and when his eyes met hers, his expression softened in an instant, and a hint of pampering and tenderness flashed in his eyes.

He also met Xiao Simo's son, an eight-year-old boy.

He looks somewhat similar to Xiao Simo. He is not physically strong, but better than ordinary children.

The temperament is less wild and more elegant.

Sitting upright at the table, he looked at Li Xiao with curious eyes from time to time, sizing him up.

His name is Xiao Helun.

He is Xiao Simo's legitimate son.

But he is not the eldest son.

Xiao Simo's eldest son could not attend such formal occasions because his mother was of humble origin.

Li Xiao didn't see it.

By the time the banquet was underway, it was already mid-afternoon.

Although Li Xiao had a foundation from his previous life, he was still a little drunk.

As for Xiao Simo, he was even worse.

Shu Lu Wu Jin helped him leave the hall.

The banquet ended here.

Li Xiao came to Xiao Yanyan's boudoir.

He reeked of alcohol, his eyes were red, and he looked like a mad bull.

He was drunk and urgently needed an outlet to vent his anger.

Without saying anything, he picked up Xiao Yanyan and threw her on the bed.

Not long after, after Shu Lu Wu Jin saw to it that Xiao Simo was fast asleep, he prepared to go look for Xiao Yanyan.

However, as soon as I entered her yard, I heard a low panting sound coming from inside the house.

Her steps suddenly stopped, and her ears instantly turned red.

Although she is already a wife, she still feels embarrassed and ashamed when she hears such noise.

She stood there, neither knowing how to move forward nor backward, secretly regretting that she had come at the wrong time.

Shu Lu Wu Jin bit her lip, her face flushed even more, and she quickly turned around and tiptoed out of the yard.

After walking out of the courtyard, she breathed a long sigh of relief, patted her burning cheeks, and whispered to herself: "This girl... is really..."

Then, he shook his head gently, and sighed with a hint of desolation: "Being young is good!"

On March 20th, all the tribes in the northern border arrived in the Eastern Capital.

The five armies of Jinzhou, Yinshan, Damo, Beihai and Yili totaled 36,000 elite soldiers.

Under Xiao Simo's command, the army marched westward and entered the Qihe grassland.

The cavalry rolled in, their swords pointing straight at the royal court.

(End of this chapter)