The whole family is obsessed with love? The princess woke them up one after another.

Amidst everyone's anticipation, the soldiers returned in triumph, singing songs of victory.

The army camped outside the city, rested, and then returned to their original barracks.

After returning home and freshening up, the general went to the palace to meet the emperor.

Jiang Baihua returned home, washed away his fatigue, and went to the study to see the Duke of Wei.

When the Duke of Wei saw him, he patted him hard on the shoulder and laughed, "You've lost weight and gotten stronger!"

Jiang Baihua frowned and gasped, "Hiss..."

"What happened? Are you injured?" Duke Wei asked anxiously, quickly withdrawing his hand. "Where are you hurt?"

"It's alright, Dad, it's just a minor injury, it's almost healed." Jiang Baihua said with a smile, trying to comfort him.

"On the battlefield, swords and spears have no eyes; you must be careful," the Duke of Wei said solemnly.

"You need to understand that the Jiang family will need you to support them in the future, so you absolutely cannot let anything happen to you."

"My son knows." Jiang Baihua knew the burden on his shoulders was heavy.

"Wasn't he on the battlefield? How could he have injured you?" Duke Wei asked unhappily.

He was furious whenever he mentioned that wretched child.

She actually broke off all ties with him!

The key point is that when that wretched child severed ties with him, he didn't even show his face; it was all that little bastard Jiang Lanqing who made the appearance.

That wretched child knows he has no face to see him, and dares not face him, right?

Jiang Baihua sighed, "Father, he is still my brother, I can't just..."

"What's wrong with that?" the Duke of Wei roared. "That ungrateful wretch! He's already honored that he took a sword for you!"

"Over the years, if it weren't for the Duke of Wei's mansion backing him up, what do you think he could have achieved in the army?"

"It's like the Chiang family giving him a bowl of rice to eat!"

"An ungrateful wretch who can't be tamed is worse than a dog!"

"Even dogs know how to guard the house!"

The Duke of Wei was filled with resentment when he mentioned his illegitimate son.

"Never mind, let's not talk about it anymore." Duke Wei looked at Jiang Baihua with satisfaction. "You're just too sentimental."

"Such a wicked creature is unnecessary."

Jiang Baihua lowered his head, concealing the smile in his eyes.

The Chiang family only needs one capable heir.

Those born out of wedlock can only assist the legitimate son.

It was an honor for that illegitimate son to become his stepping stone.

"Alright, let's pack up and head to the palace," Duke Wei said with a smile.

"His Majesty is hosting a banquet to celebrate your victory, and the rewards should be announced tomorrow."

At that time, he could safely transfer his military power to his son, instead of having it divided up by the King of Wu and his ilk.

The safest thing is to keep power in your own hands.

The palace is unusually lively today.

The imperial kitchen was bustling with activity, and all the delicious dishes were ready.

Because we do a lot of work, many things are prepared in advance.

Of course, it would be cold by the time the food is served.

It's fine if it gets cold; those officials and their families are lucky to even have any to eat.

Of course, the important guests will definitely eat it fresh out of the pot.

For His Majesty and the princes, the food naturally cannot be cold; it must be cooked to perfection.

As for the most special one, His Majesty specifically instructed that it be made according to her taste.

That one was none other than Princess Chen'an, who was the most favored by the emperor.

When others arrived at the main hall and sat down, they were only served tea and two plates of snacks.

Of course, none of the people who came here ate anything, and they didn't even dare to drink the tea beforehand.

The main concern was that I might need to go to the restroom as soon as the banquet started.

That's not good.

However, Qi Zhiyu's desk was completely different.

Sweet soup, various snacks and desserts, candied fruits and melons, filled the table to the brim.

She didn't eat it herself, but instead pulled her mother along to try it together.

When she came across something delicious, she beckoned to the palace maid beside her: "This, this, and this... give me a lot of these, I'll take them with me."

"Yes," the palace maid replied, noting it down and hurrying to inform the imperial kitchen.

Qi Zhiyu ate like that, her cheeks puffed out like a little squirrel, which made Qi Jingxi across from her laugh.

"Brother, look at our sister, she's so cute!"

Qi Jingchen's eyes crinkled with laughter: "Yu'er likes to eat everything."

"She's not picky about food."

"No," Qi Jingxi shook her head, "She can't handle hardship."

She absolutely refuses to eat any bitter-tasting dishes.

Qi Jingchen couldn't help but laugh, and said indulgently, "You're so spoiled."

My younger sister is lovely and charming.

They spoiled them.

Qi Zhiyu eats and drinks as if no one else is around, and others have long been used to her eccentricities.

Jiang Shuyi felt extremely uncomfortable.

All the women sat upright, worried about losing their composure.

Even if the delicious food is served later, let alone now, they will only take a small bite.

Who would feast at a palace banquet?

No normal person would sacrifice their dignity for the sake of satisfying their appetite!

Jiang Shuyi looked at Qi Zhiyu with disdain, glancing at her again and again.

However, Qi Zhiyu remained completely oblivious and continued eating and drinking as if nothing had happened.

Jiang Shuyi couldn't help but roll her eyes. Qi Zhiyu really had no manners!

As the eunuch shouted, Emperor Kangwu entered the hall, and everyone rose to pay their respects.

After Emperor Kangwu sat down, he told everyone to rise.

After expressing their gratitude, everyone sat back down.

Emperor Kangwu was in a good mood and praised the soldiers who went on this expedition with great enthusiasm.

This time, not only did they fiercely drive back the enemy troops who had invaded their territory, but they also captured two cities.

Such a victory greatly pleased Emperor Kangwu.

"...This time, the soldiers suffered the fewest casualties, which shows that the generals are brilliant in their military strategy." Emperor Kangwu smiled and looked at the generals.

Without a good general leading the way, there wouldn't be such good tactics that minimized casualties and losses.

The generals quickly bowed and saluted.

Emperor Kangwu was in a great mood and laughed heartily.

Having won a battle and captured a city from the enemy country, how could he not be happy?

"Jiang Baihua," Emperor Kangwu began, "I've heard you were extremely brave on the battlefield!"

"Many of the tactics were proposed by you."

Jiang Baihua immediately stood up and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty is too kind. These are things I should have done."

"Hmm." Emperor Kangwu nodded slightly in satisfaction. "The fact that the soldiers suffered very few casualties this time is also thanks to your tactics."

Jiang Baihua cupped his hands and said, "This humble general has heard that it was my daughter who prayed for the soldiers."

"It was this sincerity and His Majesty's protection that minimized the casualties among our soldiers."

Emperor Kangwu smiled: "I have heard of the rituals for praying for blessings."

"I heard that the women also took back prayer charms, praying day and night for the safety of the soldiers."

"Well done." Emperor Kangwu looked at Jiang Shuyi. "Jiang, not bad."

Jiang Shuyi hurriedly got up and knelt down: "Your Majesty, this is my duty as a subject."

"My father and husband have both gone to the battlefield, along with countless soldiers... I cannot sleep at night when I think of the dangers they face."

"That's why we performed the ritual, hoping that our sincerity would move Heaven."