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Chapter 435: Extra Chapter: True Love and a Lifetime Together (Dog Food at Age 7)
Chapter 435: Extra Chapter: True Love and a Lifetime Together (Dog Food at Age 7)
The conflict in the Southwest never escalated into war.
The Great Xia Empire, with its thriving national strength and consecutive years of bountiful harvests, had bolstered its civil and military resources.
As a result, smaller nations had to reconsider their intentions of challenging the Great Xia.
After careful deliberation, they decided...
Not to engage in war.
Even the small nations in the Northwest, which had been annihilated, had heard the news from as far as the Southwest.
The small nations in the Southwest didn't want to follow in the footsteps of those defeated nations, so they chose to behave and restrain themselves as much as possible.
In the end, they gathered their forces, hesitated repeatedly, and some even stirred up trouble, but they eventually fell apart like scattered sand and abandoned their plans to attack.
During the Lunar New Year, the situation in the Northwest stabilized, and Prince Qing requested permission to return to the capital.
This year, the Great Xia Empire witnessed another bountiful harvest across its lands.
Suixui's research on soil and seed improvement had played a crucial role.
Of course, the officials at the Imperial Botanical Garden also contributed various efforts.
Suixui conducted theoretical research, while the officials at the Imperial Botanical Garden put it into practice.
If a seed might be useful...
Plant it!
If a seed seems to have high yield...
Plant it!
...
The officials at the Imperial Botanical Garden had an almost fanatical interest in and respect for Suixui.
If it weren't for Suixui staying in the Northwest for years, they might have even considered tying her up and welding her to the Imperial Botanical Garden, researching these topics day and night.
If the soil isn't suitable...
Ask Princess Nongyang!
If the seeds aren't good...
Ask Princess Nongyang!
If there's not enough fertilizer...
Ask Princess Nongyang!
...
Suixui: ?
At first, she only listened to the system's claims about future yields and, coupled with the harsh living conditions in the Northwest, began her research.
How did it end up like this?
Even Suixui couldn't understand how it progressed to this point.
The Emperor even teased Suixui, saying, "Why don't I bestow upon you the title of Princess Nongyang?"
Suixui: ...
For the past two years, the Emperor's health hadn't been the best. Initially, he refused to acknowledge his age and had a heavy heart.
However, after experiencing the rain, he ultimately chose not to tear down the umbrella.
So, after realizing this, he overcame his initial reluctance and began delegating authority to the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince would also distribute some work to his younger brothers.
Among the outstanding princes, there was the eighth prince, Feng Xuanqi, born to Consort He.
However, his excellence was different from that of others.
He liked...
raising pigs.
When Consort He first learned of her son's hobby, she almost went crazy.
Later, she gradually accepted the eighth prince's love for pigs.
Nowadays, the eighth prince was a permanent resident at the Imperial Botanical Garden.
The Imperial Botanical Garden's original plan was to weld Suixui there permanently.
However, this wish didn't come true, and instead, the eighth prince became welded to the Imperial Botanical Garden.
He came and didn't want to leave, disregarding his status as a prince. Sometimes, he even lived with the pigs.
But the outcome was positive!
He improved the castration technique, maximizing the survival rate of the pigs, helping them sever their red roots, and allowing them to grow meat contentedly, thus increasing pork production.
At the same time, he also researched different breeding methods to enhance the pigs' survival rate.
In summary, the eighth prince was very busy, and sometimes he would even write letters to Suixui to discuss corresponding techniques.
After all, in the eighth prince's eyes, Suixui had real skills!
Suixui: ...
Whenever she saw the eighth prince, she would recall those years when she discussed postpartum care for sows with her older brothers, sisters, uncles, and aunts before bedtime.
Nevertheless, having results was always a good thing.
Suixui enjoyed witnessing the peaceful and prosperous era of the Great Xia Empire.
In the second month of the following year, Feng You Tan and Lu Yinsong held their grand wedding.
With Feng You Tan's noble status and upbringing under Consort He, and her marriage into the Duke of Auxiliary's Manor, the wedding procession was a grand spectacle, causing envy among onlookers.
Duke Ling watched from the side, nodding repeatedly, "The dowry indeed looks impressive. We should also prepare something grand for our daughter's wedding."
Princess Qi agreed, nodding in approval.
By this time, Suixui had already arrived at Lu Manor, and after the initial social interactions, she began to move freely.
Lu Yinxiao was busy today, and Suixui only caught a glimpse of him before losing sight of him.
She waited until the end of the banquet, ready to return to the manor with her father, when Lu Yinxiao finally rushed over.
Prince Qing was satisfied with Lu Yinxiao, so he didn't make things difficult for him. Instead, he gave the young couple ample space and time, allowing them to inspect the carriage first.
Duke Ling tried to join them but was forcefully dragged away by Princess Qi, "Why are you getting involved?"
Duke Ling listened with displeasure, "Can't I just take a look? Lu Xiaoqi seems to have had quite a few drinks, and I'm worried he might get carried away and do something inappropriate to Suixui..."
Princess Qi, standing nearby, couldn't help but roll her eyes, "They're getting married next year. Even if they hold hands, it's not a big deal."
Duke Ling persisted, "Then can he kiss her cheek?"
Princess Qi glared at him in annoyance.
Duke Ling stood his ground, unyielding.
Princess Qi sighed inwardly.
Lu Yinxiao had been helping his brother with the drinks today and had indeed consumed quite a bit.
His face was flushed, and a strong scent of alcohol emanated from his body.
He was concerned that Suixui might not like it, so he quickly freshened up and changed his clothes before coming over.
Despite this, the smell of alcohol still lingered on him.
Suixui didn't mind, as she occasionally enjoyed a drink herself.
When she saw Lu Yinxiao, she asked with concern, "Have you had a lot to drink? Does your head hurt? Are you feeling uncomfortable? If you're not feeling well, remember to call the doctor."
Lu Yinxiao obediently nodded, "I understand. I just missed you and wanted to see you."
Suixui couldn't help but smile at his honesty, "Didn't you already see me this morning?"
Perhaps it was the alcohol, but Lu Yinxiao was indeed a little tipsy. He pressed his lips together, his gaze fixed on Suixui with a hint of haziness in his eyes, and his voice turned hoarse, "I want to be able to see you all the time."
His sweet words touched Suixui, and she enjoyed hearing them. Her eyes drifted slightly as she whispered in response, "We can next year."
Their wedding was set for October of the following year.
Lu Yinxiao's ideal time was in February.
Despite the coldness of spring, he couldn't wait to bring his bride home!
However, Prince Xing and Duke Ling were not easily persuaded.
They kept delaying, and the best dates suggested by the Imperial Astronomical Bureau were February, June, August, September, and October.
There were no particularly good dates in November and December.
Finally, the two princes reluctantly chose October.
Lu Yinxiao, under pressure from his future fathers-in-law, dared not say more. He could only secretly indulge in a little affection when he was drunk in front of Suixui.
At this moment, his gaze was hazy as he looked at Suixui, and his voice carried a hint of rare vulnerability, "But that's still a long time from now."
Suixui thought to herself that it was indeed a long time, more than a year.
However, it wasn't too bad.
The two of them spent a lot of time together in their daily lives, except for the evenings. After their marriage, there wouldn't be much difference, right?
Suixui pondered uncertainly, then nodded, "Yes, it's still a long way off. What if... we advance it?"
Lu Yinxiao quickly shook his head, "No, we can't. How can we move up a date that's already been set?"
Suddenly advancing the wedding date would invite all sorts of speculation.
Lu Yinxiao didn't want Suixui to hear any negative talk.
He wanted to protect and safeguard her.
Just as he had promised when he confessed his love to her.
'In this life, I will do my best to protect my heart's desire, my beloved.'
Suixui.
Even with a slight buzz, Lu Yinxiao didn't forget his promise.
He was just a little upset, but he knew he would feel better soon.
However, the night was beautiful, and the moment was perfect. He stared at Suixui's lips for a long time before speaking in a hushed voice, "Suixui, can I... kiss you?"
As Lu Yinxiao spoke, his gaze lingered between Suixui's lips, his intentions clear.
The two had secretly kissed before, almost getting caught by Prince Xing, which had scared Suixui into behaving for a long time.
Now that Lu Yinxiao brought it up again, Suixui thought for a moment before gently nodding and then glancing around furtively.
When she turned back, Lu Yinxiao had already swept her into his arms with his long arms, gently kissing her forehead with his slightly cool lips.
Despite his restrained love, Lu Yinxiao couldn't bear to see Suixui anxious, so he only gave her a light kiss on the forehead.
As he kissed her, his hoarse voice whispered, "My Suixui, I wish next year was now."
Hearing Lu Yinxiao's slightly accelerated heartbeat, Suixui lowered her eyes, her voice tinged with shyness, "...Me too."
Not far away, behind the artificial hill, Prince Xing hesitated for a long time before finally turning around and slowly returning to his carriage, giving the couple a little more time.
Prince Xing thought that since Lu Yinxiao was being relatively restrained and polite, he might as well give them a little more sweetness.
(End of Chapter)
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