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

With the new emperor ascending the throne, Nansheng completely changed its dynasty. As for the deeds of the late emperor and the eldest prince, it depends on how the historians write them.

Whether it is right or wrong, it will be judged by future generations.

After the coronation ceremony, the Zhao family master became the new emperor's right-hand man, and the Mu family also became the new emperor's loyal ministers.

The new emperor was still young and could not make correct decisions on some major issues, but with the assistance of the Zhao and Mu families, Nansheng became prosperous and stable.

Xiao Yizhuo handed the military token to Zhao Sixian, clearly expressing his and Wen Shutang's desire to return to Qingshui Town.

Upon receiving the news, Zhao Sixian's first thought was to retain them. After all, Xiao Yizhuo was indeed a good general who knew how to lead troops, and Xiao Ze and Xiao Ye were two smart children. If they could be kept by his side and trained, it wouldn't take long for them to enter the court as officials and become pillars of Nansheng.

Zhao Sixian really couldn't bear to see two talented children return to the village like this.

"Don't you think about it anymore? The court is unstable now. It would be good for General Xiao to stay in the capital to deter those villains with evil intentions. Besides, Aze and Aye are both smart children. They will definitely become great people in the future. Why not let them stay in the capital and continue their studies?" Zhao Sixian persuaded earnestly.

Xiao Yizhuo pursed his lips slightly and looked down at Wen Shutang.

Wen Shutang smiled faintly, "What the old gentleman said makes sense, but there are too many disputes in the capital. We are used to the freedom in the countryside, and we still want to return to our hometown to live a stable life. You can ask the children about their wishes. If the children are willing to stay in the capital, then we will naturally stay."

Hearing what she said, Zhao Sixian quickly turned around and asked Xiao Ze: "Ah Ze, are you willing to stay with me? If you stay in the capital, with my recommendation in the future, you can save those complicated exams and directly enter the court as an official."

Zhao Sixian put forward a condition that made all the students very excited. You know, going from a local exam to becoming an official at the central government level is as difficult as climbing to the sky.

Hearing what Zhao Sixian said, Xiao Ze smiled lightly, turned to look at Xiao Yizhuo and Wen Shutang, and said in a gentle voice: "Thank you for your kindness, Master, but I still want to go back to my hometown with my parents. As long as you have lofty ambitions in your heart, you can achieve great things anywhere. This is the truth you taught me."

Hearing this, Zhao Sixian was slightly stunned, and then he showed a gratified smile: "Okay, you are really a good student of mine. It is great that you have such an idea. The sky is high and the birds fly freely. Aze, you will definitely have a great future."

Xiao Ze bowed to Zhao Sixian with a serious look.

"Students must follow the Master's teachings!"

Zhao Sixian nodded with satisfaction, his eyes fell on Xiao Ye, and asked with a smile: "Then, Aye, are you willing to stay in the capital to accompany me?"

Xiao Ye chuckled: "Master, I listen to my elder brother!"

Looking at his innocent smiling face, Zhao Sixian sighed slightly. Although he felt a little regretful in his heart, he was more happy for the two children.

Once a person has an ambition and works tirelessly towards it, he or she is not far from success.

"Okay, you are all good kids. If you want to return to Beijing to be an official in the future, come find me anytime!"

Xiao Ze and Xiao Ye both bowed to Zhao Sixian and thanked him: "Thank you for your teachings, Master!"

After saying goodbye to Zhao Sixian, the family returned to the general's mansion.

Wen Shutang gave a large sum of silver to the servants in the general's mansion and returned their indentures, allowing them to regain their freedom.

The servants were so grateful that they took the money and left the general's mansion to return to their hometown to live a stable life.

Cheng Chu took the silver and finally bowed deeply to Wen Shutang before leaving.

After dismissing everyone in the general's mansion, the family set out on the journey back home.

Wen Shutang did not greet the people he met in the capital in person, but left a letter for them.

Life is a constant cycle of separation and reunion. We have a long way to go and we will surely meet again. Saying goodbye now will only add to the sadness.

The family rode in a horse-drawn carriage on the way back home. The three children were particularly happy. They couldn't help but get excited at the thought of returning to a familiar place.

We walked and stopped along the way, sightseeing as we went, and it took us a full half month to reach Qingshui Town.

Xiao Yizhuo and Wen Shutang first went back to the house in the town and put all their things there. After they had packed up, they planned to take the children back to the village.

When Wen Shutang thought about meeting Liu Sufen and Wen Qing, he couldn't help but feel a surge of longing in his heart.

When driving the carriage past the lumber store and the milk tea shop, Wen Shutang specifically asked Xiao Yizhuo to stop.

I wanted to revisit the place, but found that the two Wen brothers and Zhou Tong were in the store.

The moment they saw Wen Shutang, they were all stunned, and some suspected that they had seen it wrong.

"Brother, second brother, sister-in-law, you are all in the store." Wen Shutang walked into the milk tea shop and looked at the few people who were still in a daze with a smile.

The first to react was Wen Ruizhou. A look of surprise appeared on his face. He walked forward, grabbed Wen Shutang's shoulders and patted him hard.

"Little sister?! It's really little sister, why are you back? This is too sudden!"

Wen Shutang kept smiling as she let Wen Ruizhou look at her.

"I came back as soon as I had settled things in the capital. I couldn't be away from home for too long."

"Okay, okay. If parents knew you were back, they would definitely be happier!" Wen Ruizhou said with a smile. His usual gentle and kind appearance was gone after he saw Wen Shutang.

After hearing the conversation between the two, Wen Yaoshi, who was still in a daze, finally reacted. He shouted and rushed to Wen Shutang, looking her up and down.

"Little sister! It's really you! Are you really back?"

Seeing Wen Yaoshi's startled look, Wen Shutang smiled helplessly: "Yes, it's really me, otherwise who is standing in front of you now?"

Wen Yaoshi scratched his head and chuckled, "Great, little sister, you're finally back! Let's go, we've closed the shop early today, let's go home, Dad and Mom will be so happy to see you all back!"

Zhou Tong heard the noise outside and came out: "What are you arguing about..."

Before she could finish her words, she saw Wen Shutang standing there looking at her with a smile on his face.

Zhou Tong was stunned for a moment, then she screamed and rushed forward to hold Wen Shutang's hand tightly.

"Little sister! You're back?!"