I am the stepmother of my son, and the little villain has changed into a little cotton-padded jacket

Zhao Fuqiu enthusiastically pulled Wen Shutang aside and asked him all sorts of questions, looking very excited.

She left Fengzhen in a hurry last time and did not say goodbye to Wen Shutang properly. She thought they would never see each other again, but she did not expect that Wen Shutang was actually General Xiao's wife and even returned to Beijing with General Xiao. This made Zhao Fuqiu so happy.

"By the way, Sister Shutang, do you still remember Qingniang?" Zhao Fuqiu said with a smile.

Hearing the familiar name, the face of the proprietress of Tongyue Inn immediately appeared in Wen Shutang's mind.

She nodded with a smile on her face: "Of course I remember, how is she now?"

"That's great. I go to play with her every day. By the way, Qingniang and Lord Qu are getting married on the 20th of this month. Sister Shutang, you've come at a great time. Let's all go to the wedding!" Zhao Fuqiu said excitedly.

He wanted to tell Wen Shutang all the interesting things that happened in the capital recently.

Hearing what she said, Wen Shutang raised his eyebrows. It seemed that Qingniang should have adapted to life in the capital.

That proves that Qu Jie is really good to her and that he can marry Qing Niang in a formal way.

"Is that so? That's a wonderful story. I will definitely go see her someday." Wen Shutang nodded in response.

Hearing Wen Shutang say that she wanted to see Qingniang, she immediately stood up and was about to pull Wen Shutang out: "Come on, let's go now, don't wait until another day, let's go now. If Qingniang knew that you, Sister Shutang, were here, she would definitely be very happy."

Wen Shutang quickly reached out and held her back: "Don't worry, don't worry."

Jiang Li also quickly spoke up to persuade her: "You crazy girl, why are you so anxious? It won't be too late to go next time when you have time."

Jiang Li briefly explained Wen Shutang's current situation to Zhao Fuqiu, and only then did he persuade Zhao Fuqiu to calm down.

"Ah? I see. I didn't expect the emperor to treat you like this."

Zhao Fuqiu held Wen Shutang's hand and said, "It's okay, Sister Shutang. Come to my house someday. My sister-in-law and I will treat you well. Now that you're here, I don't have to run out to look for Qingniang every day. It also saves my elder brother from always complaining that I'm running around like a spoiled girl."

Wen Shutang and Jiang Li were amused by Zhao Fuqiu and started laughing. The atmosphere in the front hall became harmonious.

After two hours, Xiao Yizhuo arrived at the Zhao Mansion on time.

"lady."

Hearing Xiao Yizhuo's voice, the three women turned around.

When Zhao Fuqiu saw Xiao Yizhuo, her eyes were full of curiosity, and at the same time, a bit of fear.

After all, the rumors about this great general in the capital are not so good.

Xiao Yizhuo didn't notice Zhao Fuqiu's strange look, his attention was all on Wen Shutang.

Seeing Wen Shutang smiling and not looking at all inappropriate, Xiao Yizhuo finally let go of his worry.

"Madam, the time has come. I am here to take you home."

Wen Shutang nodded, stood up and looked back at Jiang Li and Zhao Fuqiu: "Then I will leave first, I will have to bother you again tomorrow."

"It's okay, it's okay, just come." Jiang Li also stood up and let go of Xiao Wan reluctantly.

Although the time they spent together was short, Jiang Li really liked this cute and sensible girl.

Xiao Wan came out of Jiang Li's arms and said goodbye politely: "Aunt, Wan'er will come to see you again tomorrow."

After saying that, he turned around and threw himself into Xiao Yizhuo's arms, saying loudly: "Daddy! Auntie likes me so much!"

Hearing the little girl's somewhat proud words, Jiang Li's heart softened.

Xiao Yizhuo picked up Xiao Wan steadily, a smile in his eyes, and nodded slightly to Jiang Li.

"Thank you."

Jiang Li bowed and saluted: "General, you are too kind."

"Then we'll leave first." Wen Shutang said with a smile.

After saying goodbye to Jiang Li and Zhao Fuqiu, Wen Shutang and Xiao Yizhuo took the children and left the Zhao Mansion.

Zhao Fuqiu stood at the door and watched Wen Shutang and his wife leave. She said thoughtfully, "Sister-in-law, this General Xiao is not as scary as the rumors say. He is too gentle to Sister Shutang, calling her Madam all the time."

Hearing what Zhao Fuqiu said, Jiang Li's eyes flashed with a smile, and he reached out and poked her waist: "Why? Are you envious? If you want, wouldn't Master Fang be so gentle to you?"

When Fang Wenhe was mentioned, the usually carefree Zhao Fuqiu blushed immediately, lowered her head and said coquettishly: "Sister-in-law! You are always teasing me."

Jiang Li was amused by her reaction and chuckled.

Zhao Fuqiu felt her face getting hot, so she stamped her feet, turned around and ran away.

After Wen Shutang and Xiao Yizhuo returned to the general's mansion, Xiao Yizhuo took Wen Shutang to the room.

"Madam, I will be entering the palace soon. I have arranged for Muzhu and Muyin to guard you."

"Okay, then you must be careful when you enter the palace. You never know what the emperor will do again." Wen Shutang frowned slightly, feeling a little worried.

"Well, don't worry, ma'am. I know my limits."

Xiao Yizhuo took a step forward and took Wen Shutang into his arms. He lowered his head and leaned on her shoulder, taking a deep breath of the fragrance coming from her hair.

After a moment, Xiao Yizhuo let go of her hand: "Madam, I'm leaving now."

Wen Shutang nodded and watched Xiao Yizhuo turn and leave.

Just as he was about to step out of the room, Wen Shutang's heart suddenly tightened and he blurted out his name.

"Xiao Yizhuo!"

Xiao Yizhuo looked back at her with a hint of surprise and confusion in his eyes.

Wen Shutang didn't say anything. He walked quickly forward, put his arms around his neck, and stood on tiptoe to kiss his thin lips.

She closed her eyes and did not see the surprise and tenderness in Xiao Yizhuo's eyes.

Xiao Yizhuo put his arms around her waist and gradually deepened the kiss.

After a moment, Wen Shutang let him go, opened his eyes, and breathed a little unsteadily: "The child and I will be waiting for you at home."

Xiao Yizhuo responded in a low voice, with an indelible tenderness in his eyes: "Okay, Madam, don't worry, I will definitely come back safely."

Wen Shutang nodded and released the hands that were around his neck.

Xiao Yizhuo lowered his head and kissed her on the forehead before turning and leaving.

Wen Shutang stood at the door and watched Xiao Yizhuo's back as he left, with an inexplicable emotion spreading in his heart.

After entering the palace, Xiao Yizhuo went straight to the imperial study. Xiao Dezi was guarding the door and did not stop him when he saw Xiao Yizhuo.

After Xiao Yizhuo entered, he found that Zhao Linhe, Tang Fusheng and several veteran officials of the court were all there, and the atmosphere was somewhat solemn.

The emperor saw Xiao Yizhuo coming, and after a moment's silence, he said, "Since you are all here, let me tell you about the current situation."

With a cold face, he coughed and continued, "Front-line battle report: Beichen's army has pushed another 500 miles into the border of Nansheng, less than 100 miles away from the most border city of Nansheng. They also threatened that if the Beichen delegation did not return home, they would destroy the capital of Nansheng."