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

Cheng Chu took the rest of the people away, and Wen Shutang looked up at Mingshi.

"How old are you?"

"Madam, I am already twenty years old this year." Mingshi bowed slightly and responded respectfully.

Wen Shutang nodded: "I see that you are a quiet person, so stay with me and be smart in the future."

"Don't worry, madam. I know what I'm doing." Mingshi stood beside Wen Shutang and bowed his head slightly so that he could hear her clearly.

Wen Shutang responded and raised his chin to signal her to look at Mohua: "She is young, so you should take care of her more in the future, as long as she doesn't make any big mistakes."

Mingshi followed Wen Shutang's line of sight and saw Mohua, who looked a little reserved. She nodded in understanding, "Yes, Madam, don't worry."

Wen Shutang waved his hand: "Okay, you guys go down first, and Butler Cheng will arrange a room for you later."

The two nodded, bowed, and left the front yard.

As soon as the two left, Xiao Yizhuo appeared at the gate, looking exhausted.

Seeing Xiao Yizhuo coming back, Wen Shutang's eyes lit up. He immediately stood up, pulled Xiao Yizhuo into the room, and showed him the post he had received earlier.

"This was sent by Xiao Dezi. The emperor said he would hold a farewell banquet for you to express his gratitude for your noble cause in fighting for the country."

Wen Shutang said with a smile, with a hint of sarcasm in his tone.

Xiao Yizhuo immediately understood the other meaning of Wen Shutang's words.

He smiled helplessly: "Madam, please don't tease your husband."

Xiao Yizhuo naturally knew the reason for the emperor's sudden action. Now he just thought that Wen Shutang was very cute.

Especially the way she squinted her eyes and smiled at him, she looked like a mischievous little fox.

Wen Shutang smiled and looked at Xiao Yizhuo: "It seems that someone wants to invite our General Xiao to perform on stage. Will General Xiao accept it?"

Hearing this, Xiao Yizhuo curled his lips and smiled, untied his dusty cloak and threw it on the table, walked forward, hugged Wen Shutang into his arms, and lowered his head to rub her cheek.

"Madam, tell me, should I accept this opportunity?"

"Yes, why not? People have worked so hard to build such a high and big stage for you. If you, the protagonist, don't go on stage, it will be so embarrassing for them." Wen Shutang said with a smile, leaning his back in Xiao Yizhuo's arms, feeling extremely relieved.

Hearing what she said, Xiao Yizhuo lowered his head and pursed his lips and chuckled: "Since Madam has spoken, then of course I have to go. When is the Implementation Banquet?"

"Tomorrow." Wen Shutang raised the post in his hand.

"Okay, then please accompany me on stage, Madam." Xiao Yizhuo turned his head and gently kissed the tip of Wen Shutang's ear, saying in a low voice.

Feeling the heat next to his ear, Wen Shutang subconsciously shrank his neck.

"Okay, okay, stop making a fuss. I'll tell the children about this later. I just bought them some new clothes, which will be useful tomorrow."

Wen Shutang bent down and slipped out of Xiao Yizhuo's arms like a loach, turning his head to look at him with a smile.

Xiao Yizhuo didn't say anything, just responded with a faint smile.

Early the next morning, Xiao Yizhuo took Wen Shutang and the children on the carriage to the palace.

They set off not too late, but after entering the palace they found that many carriages of dignitaries were already parked at the palace gate.

A large group of eunuchs and palace maids were leading the way for the young men and ladies from noble families who had received the invitations to attend the practice banquet.

As soon as Xiao Yizhuo and Wen Shutang got off the carriage at the palace gate, they attracted everyone's attention.

Xiao Yizhuo was wearing a dark suit, and he looked smart and cool. The white jade crown tied up his black hair, making him look more handsome. The black wristband added a bit of coolness to him.

Wen Shutang was wearing a lake blue brocade dress. Her long black hair was fixed into a simple and elegant bun by Mingshi using a hairpin and a step-shaking hairpin. Her face was not made up, but her appearance looked even more beautiful. She exuded a gentle and self-assured temperament.

Behind the two men stood three dolls dressed in brocade robes and carved out of jade, each one of them was exquisite and beautiful.

The family standing there is a beautiful landscape, which makes people can't help but sigh that it is really pleasing to the eyes.

The people present were all excited the moment they saw Xiao Yizhuo, but they were a little confused when they saw the strange woman next to Xiao Yizhuo.

I don’t know who this woman is who can stand next to Xiao Yizhuo.

"Hey, that's General Xiao! He's really handsome, even more handsome than Master Fang Wenhe!"

"That's not true. These two masters are not the same kind of people. Young Master Fang is frivolous and unrestrained, while General Xiao is the kind of handsome man who is steady and calm."

"Hey, who is the woman next to General Xiao? I've never seen her in the capital. Is she a young lady from that family?"

"I don't know. This is my first time seeing her, but she looks very nice. She's even more aloof than Miss Tang, the most beautiful lady in the capital."

"That's right. Compared to Miss Tang, I still prefer this girl's temperament. She makes people feel comfortable at first sight. She is the kind of majestic beauty."

"Yes, yes! And don't you think that this girl and General Xiao are a good match?"

"The three children behind them are so handsome too! Look at that little girl, she's so fair and tender, I think you could pinch her face!"

"Wow, the other two young masters are so handsome. They are so handsome even though they are still young. When they grow up, they will surely win the hearts of many rich ladies!"

Xiao Yizhuo, who had excellent hearing, heard everyone whispering. He frowned slightly, feeling a little unhappy.

The lady is so beautiful, but she was seen by others. It makes people angry just thinking about it.

But when he heard someone say that he and Wen Shutang were a good match, Xiao Yizhuo's brows suddenly relaxed, and even his raised brows showed a bit of pride in his eyes.

He and his wife are a match made in heaven, they are naturally a match!

Wen Shutang frowned slightly and looked down at his clothes.

It was the first time for her to be dressed so formally. The clothes she usually wore were the simplest styles that she could wear by herself.

But she was almost exhausted when she was getting dressed this morning.

This dress has several straps, and she herself can't even tell how to tie them.

If it weren't for Akashi and Moka's help, she would have probably stalled before she even left the house.

Xiao Yizhuo caught a glimpse of Wen Shutang fiddling with her sleeves with her head down, and couldn't help but pursing his lips and smiling. He reached out and held her hand, then gently tidied her clothes.

"Come on, ma'am, we should go in."

Wen Shutang looked at the tidied clothes and nodded with satisfaction: "Okay."

The three children followed behind the two of them, looking around curiously.

Seeing so many people looking at them, Xiao Ye puffed out his chest proudly, like a young general who had won a battle.

Xiao Wan obediently grabbed the corner of her second brother's clothes, fearing that she would get lost.

Xiao Ze walked behind the two of them with an expressionless face, but in his mind he was silently taking note of the scene around him.