Dugu Jingyao is reborn as Li Chu's beloved

Chapter 274 Father and Daughter Night Talk 2

Dugu Jingyao seemed to suddenly remember something and quickly changed the subject, mentioning another important matter in an attempt to divert Dugu Xin's attention: "Dad, do you remember what we agreed to do before, to adopt my cousin into our mother's name? Now that our family has returned safely, shouldn't we start arranging this matter as soon as possible?"

After hearing his daughter's words, Dugu Xin was stunned for a moment, then frowned slightly and fell into a brief contemplation.

After a long silence, he slowly spoke, his tone extremely solemn. "Yes, I've had this plan in mind for a long time. Ever since that incident, Mo Yan has grown up seemingly overnight. Not only has his personality become more mature and stable, but he's also changed his previous playful and averse habits and has begun to study diligently. Now that you two sisters have returned home, I'll choose an auspicious day and personally explain the details to the elders of the clan. I'll sincerely invite them to come together to open the family ancestral hall and officially register Mo Yan under your mother's name, making him a member of our royal palace."

Upon hearing what her father said, Dugu Jingyao couldn't help but nod in agreement, "Yes, that's very good! If this matter can be properly handled as soon as possible, then I can marry and go to Chang'an with peace of mind. Otherwise, if you and Yue'er are left alone to guard the palace, I will never feel at ease even though I am far away from home."

At this moment, Dugu Xin slowly spoke, his words filled with nostalgia and reluctance. His weathered face revealed an unconcealable sadness, as if he was filled with a thousand frustrations and entanglements.

Dugu Jingyao, who was sitting nearby, saw all of this. She softly comforted him, "Daddy, don't be too sad. Look, I can still stay at home with you for a few more months. Besides, if the time is right, Daddy and Yue'er can come to Chang'an to visit me. After all, we have a mansion in Chang'an, and it's our home."

After hearing Dugu Jingyao's thoughtful words, the gloom that had been shrouding Dugu Xin's heart instantly dissipated. A bright smile bloomed on his face again, and his voice was as loud as a bell as he laughed heartily: "Hahahaha, my Yao'er is still sensible! You're right. After your cousin can properly handle military affairs and successfully marry a wife, I will move to Chang'an to live permanently, hahahaha!"

However, Liu Jingyue, who was standing by, was not happy to hear this. She pouted and complained coquettishly, "Daddy, you are so partial! Are you planning to stay in Chang'an forever and abandon me like this?"

Seeing his little daughter so adorable, Dugu Xin laughed even louder: "Hahahaha, Yue'er, are you jealous of your sister? Okay, okay, as long as Yue'er gets married in the future, daddy will immediately leave for Chang'an to accompany your sister. Is that okay?"

Liu Jingyue frowned slightly and thought for a long time before slowly saying, "Dad, sister, how about this? When I grow up, I will marry to Chang'an. Then, our family can be together again!" Her eyes flashed with expectation and longing, as if she had already seen the picture of a happy reunion in the future.

Dugu Jingyao stretched out her slender hand, gently poked Liu Jingyue's smooth forehead with her index finger, and reproached her coquettishly: "Yuer, you are a little girl, you are not very old, but you keep talking about getting married every day, and you don't know how to be ashamed!" After that, she couldn't help but chuckled with her hands covering her lips.

Liu Jingyue made a naughty face at Dugu Jingyao, then quickly stuck out her tongue and responded with a smile: "Hmph, sister, I don't care about that! I'm about to become a left-behind child with no one loving me, so how can I care about the issue of shame or not!" After saying that, she deliberately pretended to look pitiful, which made people laugh.

Dugu Xin sat quietly by the side, watching his two daughters play and laugh with great interest. A gratified smile gradually appeared on his weathered face. At this moment, the whole room was filled with laughter and a warm and harmonious atmosphere spread, making everyone feel extremely warm and happy.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, everyone was already up and busily packing their bags. They had agreed to go on a trip to the countryside together, and everyone was filled with anticipation and excitement.

Among the group, Shen Zhenzhu was the most enthusiastic. After all, this was her first time traveling far away! And when Dugu Jingyao had described the vast pastures and vibrant flower fields to her yesterday, her heart had already flown away to that beautiful place.

Therefore, she got up very early today, even earlier than usual. Even Su Ci and Hong Rui, who had been serving her, were a little surprised to see this.

As soon as Shen Zhenzhu sat up from the bed, she couldn't wait to call Su Ci and Hong Rui and asked them to help her wash and dress up.

She was smiling, her eyes sparkling with excitement, and she kept muttering, "Suci, Hongrui, you have to dress me up nicely, but not too fancy. Don't put on too much makeup; a light touch is fine. And don't do your hair too complicated; just keep it simple and elegant. And, for my clothes, choose that yellow riding coat. I heard there are huge lawns there. It would be great if I could ride a horse there. Even if I can't, it will make me more comfortable."

Suci and Hongrui listened attentively to Shen Zhenzhu's endless instructions, nodding their heads in agreement, not daring to delay their work for a moment. They were equally captivated by the beautiful countryside Shen Zhenzhu described, and a yearning welled up in their hearts. So, amidst laughter and joy, the three of them methodically prepared for the upcoming outing.

However, for Dugu Jingyao, she was used to getting up early for morning exercises, so getting up early was naturally no problem for her. She even had time for morning exercises today. However, when her morning exercises were about to end, Shen Zhenzhu had already brought Murong Linzhi to Banmengxuan.

At the door, they saw Dugu Jingyao's agile posture and serious expression. After Dugu Jingyao finished sword dancing, she heard warm applause coming from the door.

Then Dugu Jingyao threw the sword to Si Jian, who took it skillfully and inserted it into the scabbard. Dugu Jingyao took the handkerchief from Shi Jian's hand, wiped the sweat off her face, and then asked, "Why did you come so early?"

Shen Zhenzhu smiled and said, "Of course it's because we yearn for the scenery in the suburbs, so we naturally get up early."

Murong Linzhi added, "To be precise, it was Zhenzhu who dragged me here. I had originally planned to go find her later, but I didn't expect Zhenzhu to get up so early."

After that, the three of them laughed. Dugu Jingyao took a look at their attire. Shen Zhenzhu was wearing riding clothes, looking heroic, while Murong Linzhi was wearing the same outfit as usual.

Dugu Jingyao couldn't help but tease, "Lin Zhi, why don't you learn from Zhenzhu and change your outfit?"

Murong Linzhi smiled and said, "As long as you're dressed neatly, it doesn't matter what you wear, right? After all, we're here to see the scenery, not to see me."

Dugu Jingyao nodded slightly to show her agreement, and then asked Shen Zhenzhu: "Zhenzhu, why are you dressed like this today?"

Shen Zhenzhu said excitedly, "Didn't you say, Jingyao, that there are pastures and flower fields in the suburbs? I thought it would be easier to move around in it, maybe even ride a horse. At the very least, it would be much more convenient to move around."

Dugu Jingyao thought to herself: Okay, I originally wanted to ask Shen Zhenzhu to dress up nicely and match her up with my cousin, but looking at this outfit, it has a unique flavor, so it doesn’t affect it.

So Dugu Jingyao said, "Okay, you guys go sit in the flower hall first, I'll wash up, and then we'll go to the main hall to have dinner together."

The two nodded in agreement, and Si Jian led them to the flower hall.