adbindia Chapter 1854 - 1842: Even If You Ask, I Won’t Tell
Chapter 1854 - 1842: Even If You Ask, I Won’t Tell
In this room, the husband and wife, having been apart for a while, naturally had countless private words to exchange.
The heart that had been hanging by a thread for Song Chongjin finally settled, as he pulled Wang Yongzhu into his arms with tender, lingering kisses falling on her hair.
Wang Yongzhu also wrapped her arms around Song Chongjin’s waist. The two silently yet intimately stuck close for half a day before they began to discuss serious matters.
Old Granny Zhang had already informed Wang Yongzhu about what happened after Jinhoo’s return.
As for Song Chongjin’s promotion, Old Granny Zhang wasn’t clear, so naturally, Song Chongjin explained the details to Wang Yongzhu.
There was also a letter from Qi Le, which Song Chongjin relayed at a leisurely pace.
Regarding the promotion and matters of the Imperial Court, Wang Yongzhu naturally didn’t have much to say, as these were Song Chongjin’s specialties, and he could handle them appropriately.
However, listening to the contents of Qi Le’s letter, Wang Yongzhu fell silent.
Song Chongjin immediately sensed something was amiss. Although Wang Yongzhu went to the valley alone with guard protection, he was still worried.
Seeing Wang Yongzhu return safely, he was slightly relieved. Yet, upon noticing her silence, he quickly realized the issue: "Was the trip to the mountains not smooth? No matter, as long as you return safely!"
Song Chongjin hurried to comfort her.
Wang Yongzhu shook her head. This trip to the valley was really not something that could be explained in a few words, and now was not the time to talk as footsteps could already be heard outside.
Soon, the voice of a maid could be heard outside: "Sir, Madam, dinner is ready, Old Madam has already gone over—"
Song Chongjin patted Wang Yongzhu’s hand and said, "Understood, we’ll be there shortly."
As he spoke, he handed Wang Yongzhu the clothes placed at the side of the bed and personally helped her put them on.
As it was a family banquet, Wang Yongzhu didn’t dress up. She wore only ordinary household clothes and went with Song Chongjin hand in hand to the front.
Old Granny Zhang and Jinhoo were already waiting. Although Jinhoo hadn’t figured things out yet, with Wang Yongzhu’s return, it was a small family gathering to welcome him, so he naturally had to come.
Upon seeing Song Chongjin and Wang Yongzhu, Jinhoo stepped forward to pay respects and exchanged a few pleasantries before taking his seat.
Jinhoo had been reprimanded and was still somewhat unsettled. He felt awkward seeing Old Granny Zhang and the Song-Wang couple.
Song Chongjin and Wang Yongzhu acted as if they knew nothing, saying nothing about it, only asking if he had any harvests on the journey, speaking as if it were any other day.
Only then did Jinhoo gradually relax, his smile appeared more often, and he could even share a few road jokes.
Having not eaten home-cooked meals for a long time, Wang Yongzhu ate somewhat quickly; not only did Old Granny Zhang and Song Chongjin feel sorry, but Jinhoo was also surprised: "Aunt, where have you been?"
While speaking, he watched as Old Granny Zhang and Song Chongjin continuously served Wang Yongzhu her favorite dishes, even placing the plates directly in front of her.
The family stopped eating to watch Wang Yongzhu, tears brimming in Old Granny Zhang’s eyes, as if Wang Yongzhu had gone through great hardship, returning from a refugee camp.
After the meal, Jinhoo felt a twinge of discomfort in his heart, but seeing this scene, that discomfort dissipated completely.
His own aunt, who was now a First-Rank Enjoin Lady, held such a position yet still had to endure such hardships, unable to eat well.
What else could he say? Didn’t he once vow to support his aunt and let her live a good life?
It’s no wonder Grandma scolded him! The scolding was right! He had gotten complacent, not knowing his own limitations!
Otherwise, when even Aunt and Uncle aren’t living easily, how could he assume it was naturale?
Wang Yongzhu naturally wasn’t aware that by simply eating more, Jinhoo would ponder so deeply and become so overwhelmed.
Unable to sleep, she simply pulled Song Chongjin to the backyard for a walk.
Jinhoo had words to say and intended to follow them, but Old Granny Zhang pulled him back—a clueless, single man lacking insight!
Jinhoo was somewhat puzzled: "Grandma, I have things to say to Aunt and Uncle, why are you pulling me?"
Old Granny Zhang rolled her eyes: "Whatever you have to say, say it to this old woman here, why interrupt them? Your aunt and uncle haven’t seen each other for half a month, let them have their rare chat. What’re you butting in for? If you’re so idle, why not give your grandma here a leg massage!"
Dragging Jinhoo away.
This new house has three entries, Old Granny Zhang lives in the last one, Song Chongjin and Wang Yongzhu live in the second main house, and the front courtyard is a guest house where Song Chongjin receives visitors.
The small garden lies between the second and third entries, bridges over flowing water, with a charming Jiangnan appeal.
Although the weather was still cold, the branches were broken, weeds yellowing, and the pond’s residual lotus stems were nothing spectacular.
But in the garden was a bamboo grove and some shrubs and creepers. Though leaves were gone, a few red berries remained, bright red even through wind and snow.
Among them were creeper berries Wang Yongzhu specially sought, of an unknown rare kind, emitting a sharp fragrance in the cold, very rare.
Planted a few plum trees by the corner wall, currently in the night, emitting a quiet fragrance that captures the imagination.
These features made the small garden rather endearing even in winter.
Since the move, Song Chongjin had no leisure to stroll the garden, but walking it slowly with his beloved, the sights were all beautiful, each distinct.
With his beloved detailing the beauty and wonder of each spot, time seemed to beg it would halt right there.
The pair, adept, walked alone without company.
The backyard only admitted Old Granny Zhang and a few serving maids; no one else was allowed.
Everyone knew they were strolling the garden, wisely avoiding them, leaving the garden quiet save for their footsteps and Wang Yongzhu’s voice.
After strolling enough to aid digestion, Wang Yongzhu felt better, then slowly circled the garden again, checking, finding no one nearby.
Then quietly spoke to Song Chongjin about the valley matters.
With restrictions and rules, she couldn’t be too detailed, arranging her words in terms Song Chongjin could comprehend in their time and space.
"That valley is indeed linked with Qi Le. If I’m not mistaken, Qi Le’s betrayal, wedding the King of the Grasslands, was connected to the valley."
"Also, the Golden Seal we obtained from mother’s remains is linked to that valley."
"The valley is a place not easily reached by ordinary people, inhabited by those seeking refuge. Qi Le is the descendant of enemies from there, seeking something immensely important said to be in the valley."
Here, Wang Yongzhu hesitated briefly before speaking candidly: "The events in the valley, I’m bound by restriction, I can’t share with anyone. Yet these matters bear no direct relevance to us, so refrain from asking! Even if asked, I won’t reveal!"