Rebirth: Marry a General instead of a Prince

Autumn has arrived in the north; the grass has turned yellow, the reeds have withered, and a cold wind is howling.

Bai Zhiyuan has arrived in the North for more than two months. During these days, she watched the new soldiers training every day, and when she had nothing to do, she would also have some discussions with everyone.

Compared to the undisciplined and weak recruits who had just arrived in the North, the new recruits had gradually grown into a relatively mature team. Everyone was darker and stronger than when they first arrived.

Bai Zhiyuan also gradually got used to the cold and bleak climate in the north.

Today is the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Xie Yunsong knew that everyone had left their hometowns, so he ordered people to give everyone extra meals today, and exempted today's training. He also mercifully asked the kitchen to prepare wine, so that everyone could relax today.

Finally, it was night, and everyone was watching the moon together in the open space outside the martial arts arena. New soldiers and veterans sat together, lit a bonfire, had a rare good meal, drank wine, ate meat, and chatted. Although it was not as good as the banquets in the restaurants in Shangjing, full of delicacies, looking up at the moon that belonged to the north was also a special experience.

As the sky gradually darkened, the bonfire was bright and the soldiers were sitting on the ground around it. There were also hares and pheasants on the bonfire, which were obviously hunted in the mountains today.

Bai Zhiyuan was in a very good mood today, so Xie Yunsong naturally didn't like to participate in these things. But Bai Zhiyuan was excited since morning, and finally when it got dark, she couldn't wait to come to the bonfire.

There was a big wine jar standing next to the campfire. The aroma of wine and game lingered around, making people feel suddenly hungry.

Bai Zhiyuan also sat together with several familiar recruits. A bonfire was flickering in front of them, and the flames reflected her face.

A moment later, Xie Yunsong came over with Lu Zhiling and Zhou Yehan. As for Cheng Tiankuo, he had to be on duty today and could not enjoy this moment of joy with them.

Amid the cheers of the crowd, Xie Yunsong sat down next to Bai Zhiyuan, and Xiaoshan next to him tactfully moved aside.

In previous years, Xie Yunsong also spent the Mid-Autumn Festival alone in the camp, and never celebrated with the soldiers. For him, he didn't care about the Mid-Autumn Festival. A person without relatives would only feel more lonely during this reunion festival.

But this year, because of Bai Zhiyuan, Xie Yunsong also walked out of the tent, watched the moon and celebrated the festival with thousands of soldiers, and had fun with his subordinates.

Xie Yunsong picked up a branch and poked the firewood in the bush. He turned his head to look at Bai Zhiyuan. The firelight illuminated her face, making it even more charming.

Xie Yunsong thought that since meeting Bai Zhiyuan, he had changed after all, becoming softer than before, probably because he had a soft spot.

He quietly watched Bai Zhiyuan chatting and laughing with everyone. She was a county lady appointed by the emperor himself and should have been high and mighty, but in this camp, she never felt that she was superior to others.

A new soldier secretly wiped away tears because of the hard training. Bai Zhiyuan went to comfort him after knowing it, and the two of them complained about the hardship of training. Bai Zhiyuan also told everyone about her sword practice when she was a child. Other women were learning piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, but she had nothing but sword practice. From then on, the new soldier never complained about being tired during training again.

A new soldier received a letter from his family saying that a relative had died because the soldier had no money for medical treatment, but he could not go back to see his relative for the last time. When Bai Zhiyuan learned about this, he not only comforted the new soldier, but also wrote a letter back to the capital, ordering the people in the Bai Mansion to send silver and food to the new soldier's home.

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Bai Zhiyuan had only been in the Northern Border for two months and had helped many new recruits. Everyone respected and liked this humble Princess Rong'an.

Xie Yunsong stared at her without blinking, thinking to himself: Bai Zhiyuan is such a charming woman. She can sincerely make friends with everyone, no matter if that person is a poor commoner or a lowly soldier.

At this moment, Lu Zhiling picked up the wine next to him and poured two large bowls, one for Xie Yunsong and one for Bai Zhiyuan.

Xie Yunsong waved his hand. He never drank alcohol in the camp because he wanted to stay awake at all times. War was cruel, and no one knew if the enemy would attack tonight. Although they had been in the northern border for more than two months and it had been calm, it did not mean that they were safe. Years of marching experience had made him alert and sober at all times.

Bai Zhiyuan took the wine in the bowl, raised his hand, and took a big gulp of the wine.

She was not good at drinking, and the wine in the camp was spicy and pungent, naturally not as smooth and delicious as the wine in Shangjing City. But today was a festival, and she had a great time chatting with everyone. When she heard everyone talking about their families, Bai Zhiyuan also missed her family far away in the southern border. What were they doing at this time? Were they looking at the bright moon in the sky and missing each other like her?

Bai Zhiyuan thought about it and before she knew it, she had already drunk three bowls of wine. It was not until Xie Yunsong's big hand took the bowl from her that she realized it.

Bai Zhiyuan smiled at Xie Yunsong, her eyes sparkling and her cheeks flushed. She looked at the moon in the sky and whispered, "I miss my family."

Xie Yunsong's heart suddenly softened. He put his arm around Bai Zhiyuan's shoulders, and Bai Zhiyuan leaned on Xie Yunsong's shoulders.

Since Shen Zhiyi left, there have been many speculations in the camp about his departure, but no one knows the truth. However, some perceptive people have noticed that the relationship between General Yunhui and Princess Rong'an has become better. People privately discuss that the two are a perfect match. Those who once swore to support Shen Zhiyi gradually see Princess Rong'an and General Yunhui as a couple.

Xie Yunsong's close subordinates, such as Lu Zhiling and Zhou Yehan, naturally knew what happened that day, and they also knew that the two had probably already developed feelings for each other. Therefore, except for the soldiers, most of them were not surprised to see General Yunhui holding Princess Rong'an.

After a long time, Bai Zhiyuan closed his eyes and felt a little drowsy.

Xie Yunsong picked her up and strode towards Bai Zhiyuan's tent.

The atmosphere was very lively, but under the watchful eyes of the crowd, many people were shocked and opened their eyes wide with a look of disbelief.

Cheng Beixiao was happy to watch the fun: "I just said that these two people are in trouble."

Then everyone started talking at once: "Is General Yunhui together with Princess Rong'an?"

"They are such a perfect match!"

"I wish I could be like General Yun Hui and have a beautiful woman by my side during the Mid-Autumn Festival."

Many people sneered: "How dare you compare yourself with the general..."

Everyone was very interested, but no one noticed Qin Jinan, who was looking lost in the corner.

Xie Yunsong carried Bai Zhiyuan all the way back to the tent and gently placed her on the bed. Just as he covered her with the quilt, he saw Bai Zhiyuan open her eyes.

Xie Yunsong paused, and Bai Zhiyuan had already stood up.

Her cheeks flushed, her eyes sparkled as she said, "Thank you, General. The moonlight is just right today. It would be a waste to go to bed so early. I saw a zither in your camp. Why don't you play it for me?"

Xie Yunsong paused for a moment, then stood up and nodded at Bai Zhiyuan.

Bai Zhiyuan jumped up. She was a little drunk, but she didn't want to miss the beautiful moonlight tonight.