GBP Chapter 315 She is back
Chapter 315 She is back
Xiaoyu came over carefully, carrying the cooked cured duck porridge. With a gentle smile on her face, she said, "Your Highness, General Zhishi, the cured duck porridge is ready. You can take it back to the palace. Be careful on the way and don't spill it. When we get back to the palace, heat it up for the emperor. It will warm him up."
Princess Jiujiang hurried forward and took the food box containing the cured duck porridge. She said with gratitude, "Thank you for your trouble, sister. This gift is truly precious. I will take good care of it and let my royal brother taste this delicious food that is so thoughtful of us all. I also thank you for your kindness on my royal brother's behalf."
Zhishisili also clasped his fists and bowed, saying sincerely, "Thank you all so much for your hospitality today, and for taking the trouble to prepare this cured duck porridge. We will always remember this, and will definitely repay you if we have the chance in the future."
Li Hao smiled and said, "You are too polite, General. These are trivial matters that are not worth mentioning. I just hope that the emperor will like this cured duck porridge."
Yuyu waved her hand and said, "Princess, General, take care. I hope you can return to the palace safely and reunite happily with the emperor."
After Princess Jiujiang and Zhishisili thanked everyone again, they took the cured duck porridge and set off on the road back to the palace. Everyone stood in the backyard of the tavern, looking at their departing backs, their eyes full of blessings.
As the carriage drove away, Yuyu came to her senses and said, "Mother, what do you think the Emperor will do when he sees Princess Jiujiang return to the palace?"
Xiaoyu raised her head slightly, watching the direction the carriage was heading. She thought for a moment before saying, "When the Emperor sees Princess Jiujiang return to the palace, I'm sure he'll be surprised and delighted at first. Her sudden return must have caught the Emperor by surprise."
"But, brother and sister have a deep bond. After the shock, they must be filled with joy. They will probably take the princess aside to reminisce about the past and ask her about her experiences outside. I wouldn't want to blame her."
Yuyu's eyes sparkled as she imagined the scene and continued, "That scene must be incredibly heartwarming. The Emperor is usually preoccupied with state affairs, and it's rare for him to have such a loved one by his side. He'll surely be smiling heartily. He might even order the imperial kitchen to prepare some delicious food so he and the princess can have a good reunion dinner."
Li Hao also echoed, "Yes, the emperor must be very happy. The brother and sister haven't seen each other for a long time. Now they can have a good reunion. And with our cured duck porridge, the emperor will eat the warm porridge and look at his sister who he hasn't seen for a long time. How comfortable it must be."
Chef Mi smiled and nodded, saying, "I hope the Emperor enjoys this cured duck porridge, and I also hope the Princess and the Emperor enjoy their reunion. Our efforts will not be in vain."
As they talked, they walked back, silently looking forward to the warm reunion scene that was about to take place in the palace.
Princess Jiujiang sat in the carriage, carefully guarding the stove where the cured duck porridge was warming. Her eyes were filled with anxiety. She leaned out and shouted, "Driver, please drive faster. I can't wait to see my brother so that he can taste this cured duck porridge that is so thoughtful of me."
The driver quickly replied, "Don't worry, Princess. I will do my best to speed up. As you know the road conditions, I will try to travel as steadily and quickly as possible."
Zhishisili comforted her, "Don't worry, Princess. We've had a smooth journey. I'm sure we'll be back in the palace soon. The Emperor will be delighted to see you and taste this delicious cured duck porridge."
Princess Jiujiang nodded slightly, but her eyes kept glancing at the stove, fearing that the cured duck porridge would get cold. She kept muttering, "This porridge must be kept hot all the time. I can't let my brother miss out on this delicious hot meal. I really hope the carriage can arrive at the palace gate in no time."
Driven by the coachman, the carriage sped up a bit. The wheels rolled, raising a little dust, and it rushed towards the direction of the palace, as if carrying the deep friendship of Princess Jiujiang who was eager to see her royal brother.
The carriage sped all the way and finally arrived at the palace gate.
When the guards saw the carriage approaching quickly, they immediately became alert, gripped their weapons tightly, and prepared for battle.
When the carriage stopped, Princess Jiujiang leaned out from inside and said loudly, "It's me, Princess Jiujiang."
The guards were stunned at first, then quickly knelt on one knee and saluted in unison, "Greetings, Her Royal Highness. I wonder what's going on..."
Princess Jiujiang said as she got off the carriage, "I've been away for some time and now I'm back to visit my brother. Please tell him as soon as possible."
Zhishisili also got out of the car and stood beside the princess, looking around calmly to make sure there was nothing unusual.
The leading guard didn't dare delay and quickly replied, "Yes, Your Highness. I'll pass it on right away. Please wait a moment."
After saying that, he hurriedly ran towards the palace to report the news that Princess Jiujiang had returned to the palace. Princess Jiujiang stood in front of the palace gate, holding the food box of cured duck porridge in her hand, waiting with full anticipation and a little anxiety to enter the palace to see her royal brother.
The guard trotted into the palace and breathlessly knelt down to report, "Your Majesty, Princess Jiujiang has returned to the palace and is waiting outside the palace gate."
Li Shimin was stunned at first, then his face was full of surprise. He stood up suddenly and said repeatedly: "She is back? Quick, please invite the princess into the palace!"
As he spoke, he couldn't wait to walk towards the palace gate, his steps hurried, his heart filled with joy and curiosity, wondering how his sister had suddenly returned and whether everything had gone smoothly along the way. His anxious look showed his concern and longing for Princess Jiujiang.
The attendants around hurried to catch up, and the group surrounded Li Shimin and walked quickly towards the palace gate. The whole palace was filled with a unique lively atmosphere because of this sudden news.
The guard received the order and hurried to the palace gate. He respectfully said to Princess Jiujiang, "Your Highness, His Majesty has ordered that you may enter the palace. Please follow me."
Princess Jiujiang immediately smiled happily. She tightened her grip around the food box, winked at Zhishishili, and walked towards the palace. Zhishishili followed behind her, keeping a suitable distance to protect her.
Princess Jiujiang walked briskly through the palace gates and saw Li Shimin standing there looking forward to seeing her from afar.
Her eyes were slightly red, and she quickened her pace and shouted, "Royal brother!"
Li Shimin was also very excited. He opened his arms to greet her. When Princess Jiujiang came closer, he took her into his arms, his voice trembling a little: "Sister, you are finally back. I have been thinking about you a lot these days. Why did you leave without saying a word? I was so worried."
Princess Jiujiang raised her head and said with a smile, "Brother, I'm sorry for making you worry, but I'm doing fine out there. I've brought you some goodies when I came back this time."
As he spoke, he handed over the food box containing the cured duck porridge in his hand, "This is the folk cured duck porridge, it tastes delicious, my royal brother, please try it."
Li Shimin looked at the food box and was stunned at first, then he laughed heartily and said, "Haha, sister, you are so thoughtful. I will try this cured duck porridge that is full of your thoughtfulness."