The two men had snot running from their noses, their cheeks and the tips of their noses were red from the cold, they were wrapped in black cotton robes, and they still held horsewhips in their hands...
It seemed they hadn't returned here for a long time. Upon seeing the Yun family, both of them grinned foolishly.
Little Xi Tian had good eyesight. With a glance towards the main entrance, her face was filled with shock.
The visitors were none other than Xiao Ying and Xiao Jun, who had traveled all the way from the capital to Da Shui Village...
Xiao Jin Heng, to ascertain the safety of the Yun family, had sent two secret guards to take a look.
He hadn't realized the extent of the situation until he saw it. He was startled. Why were there so many people at the Old Yun family's home today?
And why were Marquis Gu and His Highness Prince Ming sitting together?
Weren't they sworn enemies?
"Brother Xiao Ying, Brother Xiao Jun..." Little Xi Tian called out crisply.
Upon hearing this, Old Yun and the others also turned their heads to look.
If Xiao Ying and Xiao Jun had returned to Da Shui Village, did that mean Young Master Xiao had also returned?
Xiao Jun walked over, holding his whip, and chuckled, "Sweetie, what good thing happened at home today? Why are there so many people here?"
"My third nephew is engaged!~" Little Xi Tian said in her tender voice.
Xiao Jun: "..."
How old is your third nephew to be engaged?
Xiao Jun suddenly felt a pang of sourness in his heart.
Er Long Zi stood behind Xiao Jin Feng, his hand on his saber hilt, looking at Xiao Ying and Xiao Jun with vigilance...
The Crown Prince had been absent from the palace for many years, and Prince Ming was constantly manipulated by Consort Xian. As a result, the two princes grew up in different environments, with no affection between them, and not even opportunities to meet.
Today, Xiao Jin Heng's rash return to Da Shui Village and his face-to-face confrontation with Xiao Jin Feng, who knew what sparks would fly...
"Oh my, why have you returned?" Old Yun put down his wine bowl and stood up, looking at Xiao Jun. "That, that, has your young master returned?"
Xiao Jun gave a wry smile and glanced towards the main entrance. "He, he has returned!~"
What?
Old Yun's eyes widened. Young Master Xiao had returned to Da Shui Village?
What would happen if he met Xiao Jin Feng...
These two were clearly like needles meeting a magnet, neither of them easy to deal with.
Gu Shi glanced at Xiao Jin Feng from the corner of her eye, asked San Man to continue entertaining the guests, and then walked up to Xiao Jun with a smile, asking, "Since you're back, let Young Master Xiao come in. The food is ready. You've traveled a long way, so come in and have a bite..."
Regardless of the deep-seated hatred between Xiao Jin Heng and Xiao Jin Feng, they still had to eat.
Xiao Jun said "En" and pulled Xiao Ying, then ran out happily.
Xiao Jin Feng leaned back in his chair, his eyes slightly narrowed, his handsome face filled with complex emotions.
"Your Highness Prince Ming, you were right, haha!~" Er Long Zi leaned close to Xiao Jin Feng's ear and chuckled softly. "Look, the Crown Prince has indeed returned..."
Qing Lan, behind Gu Ming Yan, heard this and drew her sword with a 'swish', her beautiful eyes glaring. "If you dare to lay a hand on him, don't blame me for going on a killing spree!~"
Er Long Zi: "..."
This woman, why is her temper so fiery?
I didn't say anything!
Gu Ming Yan rubbed the jade pendant in his hand, his hawk-like eyes releasing a chilling glint.
Even while eating the steaming pickled cabbage, the villagers could feel an endless chill emanating from their surroundings.
Why does this meal feel a bit scary?
Little Xi Tian twisted her small hands, her heart filled with both joy and worry...
If the brat had really returned, she would naturally be happy. But the current situation of the Old Yun family was a bit complicated. If Xiao Jin Feng turned hostile and truly started fighting with Xiao Jin Heng, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Alas, if her fourth brother were home, he was tall and strong, and also skilled in martial arts. If a fight broke out, he could go and mediate...
Just as Little Xi Tian was struggling with what to do, two figures, one tall and one short, walked in through the main entrance.
Xiao Jin Heng stood on the steps, his handsome little face slightly pale, with dark circles around his eyes, looking tired and haggard, clearly having not rested well.
And Xiao Xin Ling beside him, on the other hand, had rosy cheeks and bright eyes. Upon seeing Old Yun, she cheerfully greeted him, "Hi, Uncle Yun, long time no see, haha!~"
Old Yun: "..."
This princess has returned to cause trouble again.
It's fine if Young Master Xiao returned, but why did she have to come along?
Gu Shi walked over, took Xiao Jin Heng's hand, and smiled, asking, "You're back. Why didn't you see Young Master Kong?"
"He has other matters to attend to!~" Xiao Jin Heng said faintly.
After speaking, he scanned everyone, his gaze finally landing on Little Xi Tian...
As for Xiao Jin Feng, who posed the greatest threat to him, he barely glanced at him.
However, why had his uncle suddenly come to Da Shui Village?
Well, as long as his uncle helped him, Xiao Jin Feng wouldn't dare to do anything to him.
As soon as Ru Yue and Ru Hua saw their young master, tears welled up in their eyes...
The two of them hurried into the kitchen, fetching bowls and chopsticks, preparing washing water, their hearts filled with joy.
Xiao Jin Heng washed his face, then returned to the west wing to change into proper clothes before coming to sit beside Little Xi Tian.
"Little village girl, why haven't you grown taller?" Xiao Jin Heng suddenly asked.
Little Xi Tian: "..."
Is it really good to be so discouraging right from the start?
Besides, haven't you not grown taller either?
"We've only been apart for a short while. I'm not a rocket, how tall do you want me to be?" Little Xi Tian rolled her eyes.
Xiao Jin Heng heard this, his lips curved slightly, and he reached out to pinch Little Xi Tian's cheek. "You haven't lost any weight, you're chubby!~"
Little Xi Tian: "..."
Get lost.
I don't want to talk to you anymore.
"Brat, you were fine in the palace, why did you suddenly come back?" Little Xi Tian asked curiously.
Xiao Jin Heng pouted, "I was afraid you'd get too fat, and if you became as fat as a little pig, you wouldn't be presentable, so I came back to supervise you!~"
Little Xi Tian: "..."
Ahhhhh!
My heart is already going crazy!
After not seeing each other for a long time, when did your mouth become so venomous?
"Hmph, even if I get as fat as an elephant, it's none of your business!~" Little Xi Tian puffed out her cheeks and stuck out her tongue at Xiao Jin Heng.
Actually, she didn't need to ask. She knew the brat had rushed back from thousands of miles away because he was worried about the Old Yun family...
The two little buns chatted back and forth, both finding fault with each other and missing each other.
Xiao Xin Ling wandered around in the crowd. Not seeing Yun Si Man, she felt very dejected.
Seeing Old Yun entertaining guests with drinks, she walked over indignantly, "Uncle Yun, where is your fourth son? Hasn't he returned?"
When Yun Si Man left the capital, he had told her that after finishing his business, he wanted to return to the village to see his parents...
Judging by the time, he should be back by now!
Old Yun was about to answer when he suddenly saw Xiao Jin Feng slowly stand up and walk slowly towards Xiao Jin Heng.