Traveling back to ancient times to get rich

Chapter 296 Visiting the Children in Southern Xinjiang

Standing in the courtyard of the mansion, Ye Qingchen gazed at the clouds on the horizon, her heart filled with longing for her family in the Southern Frontier. The situation at court had now largely stabilized, finally giving her the opportunity to visit her long-lost sister, Duan Ling'er, and her parents. Gu Mochen, busy with state affairs, was unable to spare the time and arranged for Gu Sanqi to accompany her.

Dressed in general's armor, Gu Sanqi approached Ye Qingchen with a dashing air, bowing respectfully: "Your Majesty, this humble general has assembled the troops and is ready to depart at any time. Bai Zhi, Fu Ling, Lian Qiao, and Du Ruo are also prepared." Ye Qingchen nodded slightly, her eyes filled with anticipation: "Thank you for your trouble, Sanqi. This journey to the Southern Frontier is long, and I hope everything goes smoothly."

The procession of people and horses stretched out like a long dragon, winding its way out of the bustling capital. The sound of hooves and wheels mingled, breaking the tranquility of the roadside. For convenience, they had prepared carriages and horses.

Riding a snow-white steed, Ye Qingchen possessed a graceful figure and elegant demeanor. She slightly tilted her head, gazing at the ever-changing scenery along the way, a myriad of emotions welling up within her. Time flies, and before she knew it, six whole years had passed since she arrived in this mysterious and magnificent Great Xia Kingdom.

At this moment, Bai Zhi, Fu Ling, Lian Qiao, and Du Ruo, like four beautiful scenic lines, closely followed Ye Qingchen. Although they were all women, each possessed unique skills and extraordinary abilities. Their bright eyes flashed with vigilance from time to time, constantly watching for any movement around them, fearing that Ye Qingchen might encounter the slightest danger.

Ye Qingchen turned to look at the four maids beside her, her heart filled with affection. Just a moment ago, they were four innocent young girls; now, time had flown by, and they had all reached the age of marriage. Thinking of this, Ye Qingchen secretly resolved that upon her return, she would carefully arrange good marriages for them.

In her mind, Sanqi, Nanfeng, and Yuzhu were three promising young men who were quite suitable candidates. However, she also needed to carefully search for other virtuous and capable individuals. After all, she had always regarded these maids who had accompanied her as her own younger sisters. Therefore, she was determined to ensure that they married in a grand and dignified manner, without suffering the slightest grievance.

Gu Sanqi rode a tall horse, leading the way for the group. His posture was upright, his gaze resolute, and the spear in his hand gleamed coldly in the sunlight. At each rest stop, he personally oversaw the setup of the tents and carefully checked the surrounding security. At night, the campfire roared, and everyone sat around it. Ye Qingchen softly recounted his childhood anecdotes from the southern frontier, eliciting frequent laughter from the crowd.

Along the way, the sun shone brightly, and a gentle breeze blew. They walked side by side, their laughter echoing in the air. At each scenic spot, they would stop to admire the beauty of nature and feel the comfort of the fresh air and warm sunshine.

Not only that, they also enthusiastically taught the local people how to conduct business on the official road. At first, people were somewhat skeptical of this novel approach, but with their patient and detailed explanations, they gradually understood the intricacies. As a result, small and cozy inns and a dazzling array of shops began to appear along the official road.

As time went on, these small businesses, which were originally just for making a living, became increasingly prosperous. At first, many people simply hoped to provide for their families through this work, but they were pleasantly surprised to find that they not only successfully supported their families but also accumulated considerable wealth. Some even transformed themselves into wealthy landowners.

Those once humble inns have now been transformed into spacious and comfortable restaurants, bustling with guests every day; and the unremarkable little shops have gradually developed into large-scale stores, offering a dazzling array of goods. This once quiet official road has now become a bustling commercial street, full of vitality and energy.

After a three-month journey, they finally arrived in Southern Xinjiang. The scenery there was vastly different from that of the Central Plains—dense forests, exotic flowers and plants, and buildings full of exotic charm—which made Ye Qingchen feel a deep sense of familiarity. She couldn't wait to head towards home.

Upon learning of her sister's return, Duan Ling'er waited at the city gate early in the morning. When Ye Qingchen appeared in her sight, the two embraced each other excitedly, weeping. "Qingchen, you're finally back! I missed you so much!" Duan Ling'er's voice choked with emotion, her eyes filled with joy. Ye Qingchen also hugged her sister tightly: "Sister, I missed you too, and Father and Mother, how are they?"

The former King and Queen of Southern Xinjiang were also moved to tears upon seeing Ye Qingchen. The family sat together, recounting their experiences since their separation. Ye Qingchen recounted the events at court and his own experiences, making his parents and sister feel both anxious and relieved at times. Dong Nanxi, having finished his affairs at court, returned to the palace. He was taken aback when he suddenly saw Ye Qingchen dressed in Great Xia attire; no one had told him Ye Qingchen had arrived. Well, perhaps his concealment wasn't good enough. Fortunately, he had married a charming woman who looked exactly like Ye Qingchen.

After a long period of hard work and struggle, he has finally helped Duan Ling'er establish herself and gradually grow stronger. Even more delightful is that they now have two incredibly adorable children. These two little ones are so exquisitely beautiful that they are simply irresistible, like delicate dolls that have stepped out of a painting. The boy has striking eyebrows and bright eyes, exuding a noble air, while the girl has delicate, arched eyebrows and a charming, lovely appearance—as if they were the most precious gift bestowed upon them by heaven. Every time he sees the children's innocent smiles, he and Duan Ling'er feel an endless surge of warmth and happiness.

Dong Nanxi was in a daze when Ye Qingchen turned around and saw him, saying, "Oh ho, Nanxi, I'm your sister-in-law, and you're my brother-in-law, so I won't talk about seniority with you. Here, I'll call you brother-in-law, but when we return to Daxia, you'll have to call me sister-in-law." Dong Nanxi smiled and said, "Looks like I'm getting the better end of the deal in Southern Xinjiang. Ling'er, our Qingchen sister isn't even bringing the child with her these days; she's just coming to see our child all by herself."

Ye Qingchen smiled and said, "My child is being looked after by my mother, the eldest princess, my parents-in-law, and my maternal grandfather. Mo Chen and I can't help with that. They're living in Yuncheng now, so I'll visit them when I go back."