Forced to die for his loyalty, he was reborn in the arms of the cold and cruel regent!

Shen Mengyao saw the green shadow in the night, and a faint smile appeared at the corner of her lips.

"On the battlefield, a hero saves a beauty. If it were incorporated into a play, it would definitely be a good story."

Qi Sui'an walked out from the darkness: "Are you planning to leave tomorrow?"

"Yes, my father is reluctant to leave here. Fortunately, the emperor issued an imperial decree, otherwise my father would not be willing to leave easily." Shen Mengyao felt that she had a lot to say, but she couldn't say it.

Forget it, her true lover Bai Yueguang has already been found, so there is no need for her to get close to him and make herself miserable.

When Qi Sui'an opened his mouth to say something to her, a little girl suddenly came over from a distance and said, "Your Majesty, Miss Li is not feeling well. I would like you to come over and take a look."

"How did you get here?" Qi Sui'an frowned.

The little girl was stunned for a moment, looking frightened: "Just ask the servants and you will know, Your Majesty."

"Miss A-li is delicate and weak, and she probably has never experienced such a scene. She needs someone to accompany her right now. I just need to pack my bags, so I won't bother His Majesty."

Shen Mengyao smiled and closed the window.

Qi Suian held back his words, after all there would be plenty of opportunities in the future.

Early the next morning, Duke Shen and his family set out on their journey home. The people at the border were all grateful and lined the streets to see them off with great enthusiasm.

Shen Mengyao stood beside the carriage, looking at the border tower gradually moving away, feeling mixed emotions. She knew very well that this farewell might be a farewell forever.

The sandstorms at the border, the smoke of the battlefield, and the days when they fought side by side will all become the most profound imprints in their memories. She sighed softly, turned around and got on the carriage. The curtains fell, isolating the noise from the outside world, leaving only a quiet place inside the carriage.

"How come you, like your father, are unable to leave this border?" Duke Shen suddenly patted her hands.

"Not really. Father, you must have a good rest when you go back this time. Your daughter will serve you filially." Shen Mengyao leaned tightly against Duke Shen.

Duke Shen touched her head lovingly and coughed softly: "Father is getting old too. I have missed you so much these years. I am very relieved that you have become so mature."

Shen Mengyao threw herself into her father's arms. God was so kind to her. Although he made her lose everything, he also let her regain everything.

No matter what, she must cherish this life.

After returning to the capital, the happiest people were Nanny Lan and the housekeeper. The Duke's Mansion, which had been deserted in the past, had finally regained its prosperity.

Duke Shen has always been kind to others. People coming to congratulate him almost broke down his door, and the country was full of singing and dancing and flowers.

After the banquet, Duke Shen was already drunk and his speech was slurred.

"Mengyao, I didn't agree with you marrying that wild pheasant in the beginning. Now, our Shen family is full of honor. People who want to propose marriage to you have been lining up at the door. Some of them have told your father that they are all young talents. Dad, you can tell me which one you like."

When Shen Mengyao heard Duke Shen say this, her face turned red all of a sudden.

"Dad, you just came back and I've only been with you for a short time. Why are you in such a hurry to marry me off?"

"A girl's happiness comes from marriage." Duke Shen said vaguely while taking off his shoes.

"That's not necessarily true. I've been having a good time recently." Shen Mengyao shook her head and thought of the green figure again. She couldn't forget it for a long time.

This man is so hateful. He entered her heart silently, but treated her like this.

Duke Shen laughed, tried to open his blurry eyes, and looked at her with a loving gaze: "If you don't have an idea, how about I choose for you? I have met many young talents these days, and I have a good eye. I will definitely find a suitable husband for you."

Shen Mengyao felt mixed emotions when she heard this. She shook her head slightly with a bitter smile on her lips.

"Dad, I know my own business. Now that the Shen family is stable, I want to spend more time with you and show my filial piety."

Her words were gentle but firm, as if she was telling herself and Duke Shen that she was no longer the girl who needed to rely on marriage to find happiness.

When Duke Shen heard this, a hint of relief flashed in his eyes, but it was also mixed with a hint of imperceptible worry.

"Okay, okay, let's not talk about this for now."

Late at night, Shen Mengyao sat alone in front of the window, looking at the bright moonlight outside, with a myriad of thoughts in her mind.

She recalled every little detail of her experience with Qi Suian, from the initial misunderstanding to the subsequent fighting side by side, and then to the current ambiguity. Every step was so difficult. She admitted that she had an indescribable feeling for Qi Suian, but that feeling seemed to be always hindered by various factors and difficult to make clear.

Just as she was immersed in her thoughts, a slight knock on the door interrupted her meditation. "Miss, it's late at night, it's time to rest."

It was Nanny Lan's voice, with a hint of concern.

Shen Mengyao came back to her senses, responded softly, then extinguished the candle and lay down on the bed. However, her heart could not calm down for a long time.

A few days passed in this lively manner. Almost every day he had to deal with daughters from all kinds of aristocratic families. When he was so busy that he was dizzy, news came from the court that the situation at the border had become completely stable and Qi Sui'an would be returning soon.

In order to welcome the victorious general, the streets were decorated with lights and people lit lanterns everywhere, with flowers and willows in profusion and the scene was bustling and lively.

Shen Mengyao couldn't help it, so she found a teahouse on the main street of Chang'an and booked a private room on the second floor early.

At noon, the outside suddenly became lively. From afar, people could be heard shouting that the Regent had returned victoriously. The crowds were crowded together, and the sound of horse hooves came closer and closer.

Shen Mengyao's heartbeat quickened with the sound of approaching horse hooves. She couldn't help but tighten the teacup in her hand, staring at the figure outside the window that was about to come into view.

Inside the teahouse, other tea drinkers also leaned out to look outside, and the whole atmosphere became extremely tense and excited because of the upcoming glorious moment.

Finally, a group of heroic soldiers in armor came into view. They rode tall horses and were covered with red silk, shining brightly in the sun.

At the front of the team was Qi Sui'an, the man she missed day and night but seemed so far away. He was dressed in silver armor, looking even more majestic in the sun, with a heroic look between his eyebrows. But when his eyes swept across the teahouse, Shen Mengyao seemed to be able to catch a hint of tenderness and warmth from them.

The crowd burst into thunderous applause and cheers. Shen Mengyao couldn't help but stand up, clasping her hands tightly over her chest.