I relied on a system to prolong my life in ancient times.

Chapter 225 Arrival in the Capital

"Siyue, are you also planning to move to the capital this time?" Han Zhiyan looked at their group and had a rough guess.

However, because he and Xiao Qinian were located far apart in recent years, they didn't have much contact, and he was unaware of Xiao Qinian's promotion.

"Yes, Uncle Han, my father was also transferred to the capital."

Han Zhiyan was overjoyed upon hearing this, happy for his friend's promotion and also for himself.

His family had no connections in the imperial court, and now that a good friend was serving as an official in the same court, his previously uneasy feelings had eased considerably.

"That's wonderful. I'll pay him a visit when I get to the capital."

"Then we'll wait for Uncle Han at home." Xiao Siyue had a pretty good impression of Han Zhiyan.

The two families then traveled together to the capital, where they met the other members of the Xiao and Han families.

In recent years, Han Zhiyan has also gotten married and has a son and a daughter. The older one is only four years old and is at a lively and active age.

However, getting to know this little guy made Xiao Yichen much happier. There were no children of Xiao Yichen's age in his family, and the child had been very anxious about it all the way here.

Qu Yin and Aunt Xiao were bothered by Xiao Yiyang, who was only a few months old.

A few days later, the group finally arrived outside the city gate of the capital.

The capital city truly lives up to its reputation as the capital city, far surpassing any other prefecture-level city. Soldiers guarded the city gates, checking everyone entering and leaving.

Xiao Siyue and the others did not go in directly, but stopped a short distance away. This was because Xiao Qinian had mentioned in his letter that he would have a servant from his household come to pick them up, since none of them had ever been to the capital before and might not be able to find the residence once they entered.

As Xiao Siyue looked around, she saw Xiao Qinian and happily said to the Xiao family elders, "Grandpa and Grandma, look, these are my parents."

Xiao Qinian and Lin Qin were already waiting at the door, and they quickly came forward to greet the group of carriages as they approached.

After Xiao Siyue finished speaking, she quickly got off the carriage and waved to Xiao Qinian: "Father, Mother."

Upon seeing his adorable daughter, Xiao Qinian quickened his pace and arrived at the carriage in no time: "Yue'er."

"Father, Mother, why did you come all the way outside the city to pick us up?" Xiao Siyue thought Xiao Qinian must be very busy and had sent a servant from the house, but she didn't expect him to come in person.

"Hehe, I came over after the morning court session today. I wasn't too busy, so I wanted to see my Yue'er as soon as possible." Xiao Qinian patted Xiao Siyue's head. It had been almost a year since he had seen his family, and he missed them very much.

"Hehe, I miss Daddy too." Xiao Siyue covered her mouth and laughed when she heard Xiao Qinian say that.

"What? You only think about your father and not your mother?" Lin Qin said, pretending to be jealous after hearing the father and daughter's words.

"How could I? Of course I miss Mom too, I miss her so much!" Upon hearing this, Xiao Siyue quickly threw herself into Lin Qin's arms, acting cute and coquettish.

"You little rascal," Lin Qin was knocked back a step by Xiao Siyue's sudden lunge and almost lost her balance. She tapped Xiao Siyue's forehead, amused and annoyed.

"Alright, let's hurry into the city." After greeting the elderly couple in the carriage, Xiao Qinian helped Xiao Siyue back into the carriage.

Just as he was about to get into his carriage, Han Zhiyan interrupted him.

"Brother Xiao, it's been a long time." Han Zhiyan saw Xiao Qinian as he arrived and got off his carriage to come over.

Upon seeing Han Zhiyan, Xiao Qinian quickly responded, "Brother Han?"

Xiao Qinian was surprised to see Han Zhiyan, but he quickly remembered.

Xiao Qinian knew that Han Zhiyan had been transferred to the capital, but he didn't expect that he would come here with the Xiao family by such a coincidence. It was really fate.

"Brother Han, come on, let's go to my house and have a good get-together." Xiao Qinian warmly invited his friend whom he hadn't seen for several years.

"Brother Xiao, I won't bother you today. I'll visit your residence another day." Han Zhiyan politely declined. Today, they were a large family, so it wasn't convenient. They needed to settle in at his residence first.

"Oh, right, how could I be so confused? Brother Han, you go ahead and get busy. We'll get together properly when we have some free time later." Xiao Qinian also realized that Han Zhiyan had just arrived, and he had been too hasty.

"Then, Brother Xiao, I'll take my leave now. See you another day." Han Zhiyan clasped his hands in farewell and entered the city gate first.

"Okay, see you another day."

After entering the city, Xiao Siyue and her carriage followed Xiao Qinian's carriage all the way to the Xiao residence.

After passing through the bustling market, Xiao Siyue only glanced at it briefly, deciding to come out and stroll around again when she had some free time later.

The Xiao family's residence is located in Yong'an Lane, which is mostly inhabited by officials of the third rank or above. In fact, given Xiao Qinian's current official position, he shouldn't be living here at all, but since this residence was bestowed upon him by the Zhou Emperor, he couldn't afford it.

Moreover, Shen Junru also lives here, but although they are in the same alley, they are not very close to each other.

The carriage soon came to a stop in front of a wealthy and luxurious mansion.

Xiao Siyue came down first and was shocked when she saw the house in front of her.

The vermilion gate stood tall and imposing, exuding an extraordinary aura. The stone lions on both sides were lifelike, majestic, and solemn, leaving a lasting impression. Above the gate hung a large plaque with the two characters "Xiao Mansion" written on it.

Although the layout of the gates of ancient mansions was basically the same, this mansion appeared more grand and solemn compared to their previous ones.

Thinking about living here in the future, Xiao Siyue couldn't wait to go inside and see what it was like.

"Master, you're back." The head steward of the manor stopped and bowed in front of Xiao Qinian.

“Okay,” Xiao Qinian nodded, and then went to the old couple.

"Father, Mother, we've arrived. Let me help you down from the carriage." The elderly couple then got off the carriage as well.

"This humble servant, He Yi, greets the old master and the old lady." The head steward quickly bowed. As a qualified head steward, He Yi had already learned about the situation of the Xiao family members.

"Get up." Old Master Xiao raised his hand.

Afterwards, He Yi visited other people and didn't mistake any of them, which surprised Xiao Siyue.

Immediately afterwards, Uncle Xiao and all the members of the Xiao family got off the carriage, and a large number of people stood at the entrance of the Xiao residence.

"Father, Mother, let's go inside quickly. I've already had your rooms cleaned. You must be very tired from traveling these past few days, so please rest for a while." Xiao Qinian helped Old Master Xiao walk into the mansion first.

Lin Qin also helped Old Lady Xiao and followed behind.