Chapter 212 Longing for the Return of the Beauty

Chapter 212 Longing for the Return of the Beauty

Upon hearing the news of their return, Jiang Songzhi and Jiang Jiuzhe rushed back one after the other.

As soon as Jiang Songzhi entered the house, he saw two people sitting in the living room.

At this moment, Jiang Yutang was holding her six-month-old nephew and niece. The little ones were kicking their little legs and making cooing noises. She was looking down and playing with them, her beautiful face full of gentle smiles.

"You're finally back!"

Jiang Songzhi strode in and asked anxiously, "Was the journey smooth? Where is Huaiyu? And Lanzhou, how are they?"

Jiang Yutang looked up and greeted him with a smile: "Third Brother has gone back to the military camp to report for duty. He'll be back after he's finished dealing with things."

When Cheng Lanzhou was mentioned, the smile on her face faded slightly, and she said softly, "He had other things to do, so he went to the capital first."

"You went to the capital?"

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment.

"Hey, why did you go to the capital? Did something happen?"

Seeing her family's anxious expressions, Jiang Yutang softened her tone: "Things are a bit complicated. Let's talk about it in detail when Third Brother comes back tonight. It's not easy for us to be reunited, so let's have a good meal tonight and get some rest."

Mu quickly agreed, "Yes, yes, you must be exhausted from your journey. I'll go out and buy groceries right now!"

Yun quickly stood up: "I'll go with you."

As they walked toward the door, they bumped into Jiang Sumin, who had just returned.

Jiang Sumin, travel-worn and before he could even see who was in the living room, was grabbed by Madam Yun: "Perfect timing, come with us to buy groceries!"

"Hey! I haven't seen my little sister yet!"

It wasn't until nightfall that Jiang Huaiyu finished dealing with matters at the military camp and rushed home.

The family had already prepared a steaming hot pot, and the whole family sat around the table. In the steamy atmosphere, the atmosphere gradually became lively.

After a few drinks, Jiang Huaiyu slowly revealed the situation in the capital and Cheng Lanzhou's decision.

After hearing this, Lin's expression gradually changed from initial astonishment to calm acceptance, and finally she sighed helplessly.

"That's just his personality—stubborn, responsible, and I knew this day would come."

After saying that, he said no more and just silently served food to the three children.

Seeing the somewhat somber atmosphere, Jiang Yutang quickly pursed her lips and comforted them, "Don't worry, everyone. Lanzhou said that as soon as things in the capital are over, he will rush back immediately. He also specifically instructed that he wants to attend Third Brother and Aunt's wedding."

Everyone was taken aback upon hearing this, only then realizing that the wedding was still pending.

"Yes! The wedding!"

Instantly, the gloomy mood was dispelled by joy, and the family immediately gathered together, discussing the wedding arrangements with great enthusiasm.

Jiang Huaiyu had drunk some wine, her cheeks were slightly flushed, and she kept grinning foolishly.

Cheng Daier lowered her head with a shy smile, nodding gently in agreement from time to time.

After much discussion, the group finally decided to hold their wedding in the spring of the following year.

When the topic of wedding dress came up, everyone remembered what happened to Gu Wenxiao before; her wedding dress had been destroyed.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Huaiyu was quickly silenced by Jiang Yutang before she could react.

"Leave the wedding dresses to me! I promise to make a one-of-a-kind dress for both of you!"

She took out a measuring tape and carefully measured Jiang Huaiyu and Cheng Daier's bust, waist, and hip measurements, promising, "I can definitely finish the clothes within a month!"

In the days that followed, everything returned to normalcy and tranquility.

Yun and Jiang Shengan were able to manage the small shop business perfectly, and the pharmacy was also managed very well by Doctor Xu.

Remembering the plan he had discussed with Cheng Lanzhou, Jiang Yutang suggested to his family that they expand the size of the convenience store.

Jiang Jiuze took the initiative to handle the land approval process and busied himself with preparations.

Jiang Yutang helps with household affairs while occasionally traveling back to the modern world to purchase goods and learn business methods, leading a fulfilling and stable life.

To her surprise, Jiang Sumin and Doctor Xu actually developed feelings for each other and unknowingly got together.

Later, I heard from Yun that this matter was thanks to Ayi's mediation.

Jiang Yutang gave an understanding "Oh" and joked with a smile, "Looks like Fourth Brother didn't spoil Ayi for nothing."

Days passed, and everyone counted the days on their fingers, hoping for news from the capital, but nothing came.

Such a major national event would not be easily publicized; by the time everyone knew, the matter would have already been settled.

Cheng Lanzhou might arrive even faster than the news.

On this day, Jiang Yutang had just returned from the modern world, bringing back not only a new batch of goods, but also four formal dresses.

One set consisted of a modern white wedding dress and a black suit, while the other was an exquisite traditional Chinese wedding gown, which Jiang Huaiyu and Cheng Daier could choose from.

The white wedding dress was the first of its kind to everyone. The skirt was voluminous, the lace was exquisite, and even the veil was different from the usual ones. It was so beautiful that no one could take their eyes off it.

However, there was never a custom of wearing white for weddings in ancient times. White was mostly used for funerals, and even if people thought it looked nice, they also thought it was unlucky.

Seeing that Cheng Daier liked it very much but was hesitant to speak up, Jiang Yutang smiled and encouraged her, "Why don't you give it a try? Maybe it will have a different effect!"

She pulled Cheng Daier into the room and helped her change into her wedding dress.

When Cheng Dai'er walked out in her wedding dress, her unique features, characteristic of women from ancient times, complemented the pure white gown, making her beauty even more striking.

Jiang Huaiyu stood there, her breath caught in her throat, and after a long pause, she immediately made her decision: "This is the one!"

Time flies, and the year has come to an end in the blink of an eye.

The battle in the capital was still ongoing.

During that time, they only received one letter from Cheng Lanzhou, which contained only a few words saying that everything was fine and that they should not worry.

Next spring.

On this day, the spring breeze was gentle, and Jiang Yutang stood at the entrance of the small shop, gently sweeping away the fallen peach petals in front of the door.

The magpies in the tree had been chirping incessantly since early morning. She yawned while holding a broom and vaguely heard the sound of horses' hooves in the distance.

She raised her hand to shield her eyes and looked up, only to see a familiar yet blurry figure, clad in armor and riding a fine horse, walking towards her.

Jiang Yutang's heart began to pound, and she stared wide-eyed in disbelief.

Before she could react, the figure was already upon her, dismounted, strode forward, and pulled her into his arms.

The familiar scent enveloped her; it was the scent she had longed for day and night.

Cheng Lanzhou hugged her tightly, resting his chin on the top of her head, and whispered affectionately in her ear, "I'm sorry, Tang'er, I'm late."

When Jiang Yutang came to her senses, she hugged him back, but the armor was so hard that it hurt, and she couldn't even wrap her arms around his waist completely.

She was both amused and exasperated, and punched his armor lightly: "Next time you hug me, you're not allowed to wear armor again!"

Cheng Lanzhou chuckled softly, her tone full of doting: "Okay."

Peach petals drifted down in the wind, landing on the two of them, filling the air with the sweetness and peace of their reunion.

Jiang Yutang took his hand, her eyes reddening, and asked, "Do you want to go back to the military camp first?"

"No rush." ​​Cheng Lanzhou plucked a petal from her hair and smiled. "I'm in a hurry to come back and see you. I'll go later."

Jiang Yutang eagerly pulled him through the small shop to their courtyard, chattering incessantly, "Third Brother and Aunt's wedding is coming up soon, you've come back just in time..."

The End