Dugu Jingyao is reborn as Li Chu's beloved

Chapter 461 Returning to Her Parents' Home

On the morning of the second day of the Lunar New Year, before daybreak, the Guangping Prince's Palace was already bustling with activity. Servants hurried through the courtyards. Today was the day for the women of the palace to return to their parents' homes, and everyone was busy preparing gifts and luggage to bring back.

Amidst the bustle, Dugu Jingyao's courtyard seemed remarkably peaceful and orderly. This was because Li Chu, with his deep care for her, had already arranged everything she needed, saving her from any unnecessary worry. Meanwhile, Cui Caiping and Zheng Wan were also relatively relaxed; after all, they had just returned to their parents' home a few days prior and only needed a few minor refreshments.

However, unlike the others, Li Wanqing had put a great deal of thought into meticulously preparing for her return trip to her parents' home, inspired by the events of the previous day. She knew full well that in this world of rigid hierarchy and fickle relationships, people tended to curry favor with the powerful and bully the weak.

Especially her usually demanding stepmother, if she saw that she didn't come home in a respectable manner, she would definitely take the opportunity to mock her and even deliberately belittle her in front of other relatives. Therefore, no matter what, Li Wanqing had to show her best side and never let anyone look down on her.

Finally, after a busy morning, the four beautifully decorated carriages of Prince Guangping's Mansion drove out of the mansion gate one after another and slowly set out on the journey to their respective maiden's homes.

Li Chu naturally accompanied Dugu Jingyao to the Yunnan Palace. The two chatted happily along the way, and soon the carriage stopped smoothly at the magnificent gate of the Yunnan Palace.

At this time, Dugu Xin, Dugu Moyan, Liu Jingyue, Dugu Yan and others had already been waiting here, all with happy expressions on their faces, looking forward to the arrival of Li Chu and Dugu Jingyao.

Dugu Jingyao was also eager to try, and even wanted to jump off the carriage directly, completely forgetting that she was pregnant. Fortunately, Li Chu stopped her in time and helped her out of the carriage.

Dugu Xin also noticed Dugu Jingyao's impatience, so he took the initiative to greet her.

Dugu Jingyao quickened her pace with Li Chu's support, which frightened Dugu Xin. He came up to her and said, "My little ancestor, you'd better be careful. Now that you are pregnant, many people are probably staring at your belly. You have to be more careful."

Dugu Jingyao took Dugu Xin's hand and said, "I know, I know. I will pay attention. Usually when Li Chu is here, he basically supports me wherever I go, making me feel like I can't take care of myself."

Dugu Xin flicked Dugu Jingyao's head and said, "You're almost going to be a mother, and you're still acting like a child. This is not okay."

Dugu Jingyao raised her head proudly and said, "Then won't I always be a child in front of my father?"

After saying that, Dugu Moyan reminded, "It's so cold today, it's not too late to go inside first and chat slowly." Then everyone woke up as if from a dream and a group of people rushed into the house.

Li Chu and Dugu Moyan were outside directing people to unload the things they had brought and take them in.

Dugu Moyan even put his hand on Li Chu's shoulder and teased, "Brother-in-law has invested a lot of money to bring so many things."

Li Chu showed a sly smile on his face and looked at Dugu Moyan and said, "There are still many things in it that A Yao said she prepared for you and Miss Shen."

After saying that, Dugu Moyan's face suddenly flushed, and he said awkwardly, "Haha, thank you very much. Let's go in first."

Li Chu, in turn, put his arm around Dugu Moyan's shoulder and said, "Let's go, brother-in-law."

After everyone entered the house, there was a stove in the house, and it was warm. Everyone sat together, and Dugu Jingyao happily shared her life in the Guangping Palace, occasionally mentioning Li Chu's thoughtful care for her, which aroused everyone's envy.

At this time, Dugu Moyan smiled and teased Li Chu: "You really dote on our Yao'er to the sky."

Li Chu looked at Dugu Jingyao tenderly and responded, "Ayao is worth it."

Meanwhile, Li Wanqing returned home. Although her stepmother was unhappy, she forced a smile to greet her. As Li Wanqing displayed the generous gifts, her stepmother's expression softened slightly.

But then her stepmother couldn't help but mock her by saying that she wasn't favored in the palace. Li Wanqing calmly counterattacked, recounting the things she had been valued for in the palace, leaving her stepmother speechless.

Cui Caiping returned home. Now she was the Cui family's greatest hope, and naturally everyone was looking forward to her return. Especially since she was the only pregnant woman in the Guangping Palace besides the Guangping Princess.

Cui Caiping's father, along with her two legitimate brothers and several illegitimate sons and daughters, were waiting at the door. Mo Xin lifted the carriage curtain and saw quite a few people standing at the entrance of the Cui Mansion. Cui Caiping said with great pride, "Hmph, even if they thought I was arrogant before, so what? They still have to rely on me now."

Lian Xin also echoed: "Yes, that's because you are capable. It's a pity that your mother was affected by the Yang family's affairs..."

Mo Xin quickly interrupted her: "Lian Xin, what's wrong with you? On such a happy day, why are you bringing up all this?"

Cui Caiping was actually still sad, but she just raised her head to hold back her tears, then sat up straight and said, "It's okay, it's all in the past. Now even if I'm all alone, I'll still live well. I won't talk about this anymore, it's almost time."

Soon, the carriage stopped, and Lord Cui and Cui Caiping's brother came over with their men. After Mo Xin and Lian Xin carefully helped Cui Caiping down, Cui Caiping was immediately helped over by Lord Cui. Surrounded by a group of people, they entered the Cui Mansion.

Zheng Wan's case was relatively simple. Lord Zheng was just a minor official, so he only had one wife and no concubines. Zheng Wan was the only daughter in his family. Zheng Wan had two older brothers, who doted on her very much, so she developed a more straightforward and innocent personality.

As soon as they arrived at the gate of the Zheng Mansion, Zheng Wan jumped out of the carriage like a wild horse. Lord Zheng and Madam Zheng were shocked. Why is she getting more and more jumpy? It seems that at least she is really living a good life in the Guangping Palace, so they are relieved.

Back at the Yunnan Palace, a group of people were chatting happily. Dugu Jingyao smiled and looked at Dugu Moyan and asked, "Brother, when are you going to propose marriage? I'm still waiting for the wedding!"

When Dugu Moyan heard that the topic came back to him, he wanted to prevaricate, but Liu Jingyue didn't give him the chance and answered for him directly: "Sister, don't worry, the sixth day is a good day, Daddy is going to bring brother to propose marriage."

Dugu Jingyao looked at Dugu Xin again, and Dugu Xin nodded. Dugu Jingyao was satisfied with the answer, so she smiled and said, "Okay. By the way, you can add some of the things I brought with you when you propose marriage. They are all fashionable items in Chang'an City."

Although Dugu Moyan was a little shy, he still said gratefully, "Thank you very much, Yao'er!"

Everyone chatted for a while, and seeing that it was time for lunch, Dugu Xin said, "It's time for lunch, let's set the table!"

The servants took action upon hearing the news, and soon the exquisite dishes were placed on the table. The family then sat around the table and started eating happily.

Now that he was here, Li Chu naturally had no choice but to have a few drinks with his father-in-law and brother-in-law. However, considering that Dugu Jingyao was pregnant, they naturally did not force him to drink, and the meal went on harmoniously.

After lunch, Dugu Jingyao felt a little sleepy. Li Chu carefully noticed this, said goodbye to everyone, and took Dugu Jingyao back to Jiangxuexuan, where she lived before she got married, to rest.

However, they couldn't go to bed right after dinner, so they strolled in the yard for a while, allowing Shi Jian and Si Jian to make the bed.

After the two of them had finished packing, they called Li Chu and Dugu Jingyao into the house. The room was warm from the heating, and Dugu Jingyao leaned into Li Chu's arms, closing her eyes contentedly. Li Chu gently stroked her hair, his eyes filled with anticipation as he thought of their soon-to-be-born child. The room was filled with a warm and tranquil atmosphere, and the two of them fell asleep in each other's arms.