Chapter Thirty-Two: Parting Words

  Happy days always pass quietly, and the Tang family has added two new members. When Lin Yuhui found out, she couldn't help but smile. Not only did Tang Guan have two more brothers, but she also had a companion, and Hua Hua, this little tail, naturally stayed behind.

  In Tang Guan's words, the Tang Mansion at this time was more like an orphanage, and Tang Guan had become a child king.

  It's been over ten days since Tang Guan was released from prison, almost half a month.

  Chen Yunsheng was like an ant on a hot pot, anxious and turning around in circles. There were only dozens of days left before the deadline arrived.

  But Tang Guan, who was involved in the matter, was not anxious at all. His injuries were gradually healing, and he could already move around normally. However, he still lingered at home and refused to leave.

  "Dehua, can't delay anymore"

  Tang Weixi looked at his old friend in front of him with a mixture of helplessness and anxiety, he could understand the other's anxious mood, but his own son was inseparable from his two brothers every day, as if they had no secrets between them.

  "Dehua brother, this matter is not trivial, I know you're thinking of the young one who's been ill. But you can put your mind at ease, I'll take good care of her on the way."

  When Tang Guanneng was able to move around normally, Chen Yunsheng had already mentioned to Tang Weixi about setting off several times. The imperial edict was placed in the Tang family ancestral temple at this time, saying that it would be displayed for a few days to honor the ancestors.

  Tang Weixi looked out at the sunny weather and said with some concern, "The north is probably still cold, and Gu's injury..."

  "It will be at least twenty days before we can enter the pass, and once we enter, it won't be cold anymore."

  "Tang Wei Xi looked at Chen Yun Sheng with a mixture of laughter and tears, unable to help himself. After a long while, he too stood up resolutely. This kind of dragging on wasn't a solution either, if they really reached the deadline, it wouldn't be just Chen Yun Sheng's problem alone."

  "Lao Wang" was immediately shouted by Tang Weixi, and Lao Wang outside the door walked in.

  "Go and call Young Master over"

  Old Wang was taken aback and asked: "Which young master?"

  Tang Weixi smiled wryly and said: "Second Young Master"

  Old Wang nodded and walked out of the door.

  Chen Yunsheng finally smiled and said: "You can let go now, you're in luck, all of a sudden you have three sons"

  "You, you," Tang Wei smiled wryly and shook his head, still feeling a little delighted in his heart. In this era, having many children brings much fortune, which is what everyone strives for and yearns for.

  Before long, several figures followed Old Wang into the house.

  Tang Weixi took one glance and muttered under his breath, "As expected."

  These three little guys are inseparable, and Tang Niu and Xiao Qi followed suit.

  "Father, what did you call me for?" Tang Guang looked at Chen Yunsheng before bowing to ask Tang Weixi.

  Looking at this appearance, Tang Guan didn't need to ask that it was definitely Chen Bo coming to urge again. The reason why he didn't want to leave all along was also due to a reason. First of all, the problem lies in that imperial edict, which must be said is quite thought-provoking.

  Especially from the historical inference of Tang Guan known to later generations, the woman far away in Chang'an would not have given herself such an imperial edict without reason.

  "Recovering from your illness, have you still been in pain these past few days?"

  Tang Guan pouted and wanted to drag it out, but seeing Chen Yunsheng's expectant gaze, he couldn't bear to disappoint him, so he said: "No, the child is almost better now."

  Chen Yunsheng was overjoyed upon hearing this, and for him, it was undoubtedly the best news.

  "Your Uncle Chen has come to escort you to the capital, bearing an important official post. You've also seen the imperial edict; since you're almost fully recovered, let's choose a day to set out."

  Tang Niu and Xiao Qi behind him looked at Tang Guan, who had also told them about this matter a few days ago. In their minds, a county magistrate was already an unattainable high-ranking official, let alone the Empress of Heaven, who was known to every woman and child. That was a god-like figure.

  "Recover from your illness, you are naturally clever and Uncle will not hide anything from you. This time going to Chang'an for a thousand miles, the road is bumpy, when we arrive in the capital, you must stay close by my side."

  Before they even set off, Chen Yunsheng began instructing, fearing that Tang Guan would make a mistake.

  Tang Guan heard this and secretly scolded in his heart for a moment, but his face didn't show any expression.

  "Whatever, let's just go and talk about it later." Things had come to this point, Tang Guan knew that he couldn't drag his feet any longer. He said: "Following Father's and Uncle's instructions."

  Chen Yunsheng suddenly smiled and said, "Wang Xiangtang Weixi", Tang Weixi hesitated for a moment and said: "Since so, brother Yunsheng, when do you think it's suitable to start?"

  Chen Yunsheng would have loved to leave immediately, but seeing his old friend's reluctant expression, he said: "Tomorrow then"

  "Tomorrow!? So soon!" Tang Wei's eyelids twitched with excitement upon hearing this.

  "It's late, it's late"

  Tang Guan and three others looked at the two of them, you speaking one word and I speaking another. Xiao Qi's expression suddenly fell, knowing that Tang Guan was leaving.

  Tang Guan smiled and looked back at the two of them, then turned his head and said: "Can I take Big Brother and Little Brother with me?"

  "Nonsense!" Tang Wei immediately rebuked, although he doted on his son, it didn't mean he would indulge in his misbehavior.

  Entering the capital to pay respects is not a trivial matter, and he has always been immersed in the spiritual dynamics of the Tang crown. He didn't treat him like a child at all, but now that he's heard this, his childishness has come up again.

  Tang Niu clicked his tongue, wanting to speak but hesitated. However, Xiao Qi was over the moon with excitement, being the most lively and active one, going to the prosperous Chang'an of Shengjing was a great opportunity for him.

  Tang Guan slightly pouted and said: "Dad, I suddenly feel a headache"

  Chen Yunsheng's eyelid twitched upon hearing this, and he couldn't help but laugh and cry at the same time. This little brat was playing tricks again.

  Tang Wei Xi was also shocked, his own son at such a young age already knew how to put on airs, it's really strange.

  Chen Yunsheng and Tang Weixi exchanged a glance, Chen Yunsheng first slightly shook his head, then looked at Tang Guan who seemed confident, and could only nod quietly.

  Tang Wei Xi was about to speak when Tang Niu suddenly said: "Dad, I want to stay and accompany you and mom."

  Xiao Qi Tang was taken aback by the words, and looked at Tang Niu with some surprise. They had all agreed to come to Chang'an together for a "free trip", but unexpectedly Tang Niu changed his mind.

  Tang Cow glanced at the two brothers and smiled: "Young master, take good care of Little Seven on your way"

  He is a kind and honest person, this nickname has been used for so long that it can't be changed suddenly, unlike Xiao Qi who is easy-going.

  Tang Wei's heart warmed up upon hearing this, and Tang Guan could only say: "Since big brother has such filial piety, then let little brother accompany me on a trip, it's also good to have some company"

  Chen Yunsheng also let out a sigh of relief. The larger the team, the slower the journey, and he wasn't a nanny, how could he take care of three kids?

  Xiao Qi saw Tang Niu change his expression and hesitated, but after glancing at Tang's crown, he didn't say anything more.

  "Tomorrow morning, prepare the car and horse, go to the county's upper dock, cross the river to Chang'an." Tang Weixi hesitated for a moment, then made a decision.

  Chen Yunsheng saw the situation and immediately stood up and said: "Then I'll go back to gather my men, prepare to set off, goodbye."

  Having said that, he turned around and went out the door.

  Tang Weixi looked at his three sons and sighed softly: "Qubing, this time you're going a thousand miles away, be careful on the road with Xiaoqi."

  Tang Guan's heart skipped a beat. Tang Wei Xi had been an official in the capital after all, and since he said so, there must be some subtle details that others couldn't think of.

  He also didn't want to ask more questions and immediately nodded in agreement.

  "You all go back and prepare too, no need to go to your mother's side, she is soft-hearted"

  Upon hearing this, Little Seven stepped forward and softly said to Tang Guan: "Guan Ge, if you'd rather I didn't go either, I'll stay home and keep my parents company."

  Tang Guan furrowed his brow, thinking to himself: "Great, now I'm a commander without an army again."

  But thinking about it, they had just lived a stable life, had parents, and now they were going to leave again. Xiaowu was eager for Chang'an, but still couldn't bear to part with them.

  "No, Liang Jun, you go with your brother" Tang Wei Xi suddenly changed his mind and encouraged Xiao Qi instead.

  "Xiao Qi, you and Xiao Lang Jun take care of each other on the road, relieve boredom." Tang Niu also spoke up.

  Xiao Qi was delighted and accepted, bidding farewell to Tang Weixi.

  After going out, Tang Guan was no longer as cheerful as he used to be, and seemed a bit worried. His own boundless strength was like the moon in the mirror, the flower in the water.

  That day, he suffered a severe humiliation. The strange warm current flashed and disappeared. After his injury healed, he also tried to lift heavy objects, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't lift them up.

  Apart from recovering extremely quickly from injuries, it seems like I'm no different from ordinary people again.

  "Brother Guan, let's say goodbye to Xun Er Jie Jie and Hua Hua."

  Xiao Qi interrupted Tang Guan's reverie, and only then did Tang Guan remember Lin Yu Xun, also feeling a little melancholy. After all, this gentle hometown still had to be left behind, and he couldn't remain eight years old forever.

  Tang Niu originally wanted to follow the two of them together, but after a moment's thought, he seemed to think of something and turned around to head towards Tang Guan's study.

  Tang Guan and Xiao Qi directly came to Lin Yuxun's room and lightly knocked on the door.

  The door was opened, and it was Xiaohua who poked his head out. He was wearing a quilted jacket with flowers on it, which suited his name quite well.

  It was Tang Guan and Xiao Qi, Hua Hua also got excited and shouted: "Xun Er sister, the young master is here"

  Xiao Qi saw Hua Hua, who only mentioned Tang Guan. Suddenly, her little face pulled back, and Tang Guan slightly shook his head and walked into the room. He saw Lin Yuxun had just put down a book, and there were some papers on the table, with crooked words written on them.

  Tang Guan felt quite curious, picked it up and took a look, only to find that there were names of himself and Xiao Qi on it.

  "With nothing better to do, I'm teaching Flower to recognize some characters."

  Tang Guan nodded slightly and put down the paper, looking at Lin Yuhong: "Tomorrow I will set out to Chang'an"

  "Chang'an?" Lin Yuxun's eyebrows furrowed slightly at the mention of this name, which she was all too familiar with. In her memory, every year her father would disappear for a period of time, and the adults in the house would tell her that he had gone to Chang'an.

  The last time with his father was also a sentence "Father is going to Chang'an"

  At this time, I heard that Tang Guan was also going, and I couldn't help but feel a bit uncomfortable in my heart.

  "Xun'er sister! And me, I'll go with Guan brother too!" Xiao Qi said with a proud tone, plopping herself down on the chair.

  Lin Yuxun couldn't help but smile at the sight, Xiao Qi was always like a living treasure, taking everything lightly.

  Xiao Qi picked up the paper on the table and looked at the words on it, couldn't help but laugh: "Hua Hua, do you recognize what's written here?"

  Hua Hua's face turned red with anger upon hearing this, seeing that Xiao Qi actually looked down on her, she indignantly said: "I wrote this!"

  "Hey, you can still write, then what's the pronunciation of these three characters?" Little Seven asked, pointing at the only impression he had of the three characters "Tang Liang Jun".

  "That's Chou Xiao Qi's name!"

  Xiao Qi suddenly felt a wave of embarrassment upon hearing this, never expecting that Hua Hua would become somewhat outgoing after being with Lin Yuxin for several days.

  "Haha" Seeing the appearance of the two, Tang Guan couldn't help but burst out laughing.

  Lin Yuxun also slightly shook her head, reached out and pulled Tang Guan's hand, Tang Guan noticed and silently followed Lin Yuxun to the other side, leaving Xiao Qi and Hua Hua staring at each other in a stalemate.

  "Little gentleman, my father says there are many bad people in Chang'an..."

  Tang Guan thought she was going to bid him farewell, but instead he smiled and said: "Don't worry, you go take care of your sick brother. I'm worse than them. I'm a murderer, a fugitive youth."

  Lin Yuxun heard this and smiled wryly: "You're always so unserious"

  Tang Guan smiled slightly and reached out to touch Lin Yuxuan's nose, but stopped.

  "I'll be back in glory within half a year"

  Lin Yuxun looked a bit dazed, she didn't have much impression of the word "prosperity", if she had to say it, the Lin family in the past was more prosperous than the Tang family, but in the end, it still ended up with the family being destroyed.

  Tang Guan took a deep breath, not wanting to indulge in sentimental farewells. He needed to adjust his state of mind to face the prosperous Chang'an! To confront that most terrifying woman in history.

  Later generations will record Wu Zetian as the one who continued the prosperity of the Zhenguan era and paved the way for the Kaiyuan era. He really wanted to see this segment of prosperous Tang Dynasty Chang'an, which had long been buried by history.

  Tang Guan called out, and Xiao Qi, who was still arguing, walked out of the room. Lin Yuhong sat on the chair, looking stunned. Xiaohua saw this and asked softly: "Yuhong sister, where is Chang'an?"

  Lin Yuxun gently stroked Xiaohua's little head and smiled: "Not far"

  The moon is above the treetops, and the lights in the Tang's mansion have gone out.

  Tang Guan and Xiao Qi had already gone to bed early, as they had to get up early tomorrow. Tang Guan also rarely slept in late.

  Mrs. Tang's room had an oil lamp that was sometimes bright and sometimes dim.

  Mrs. Tang sat under the lamp, her plump hands pinching a thin needle, sewing a piece of cloth with a symbol-like pattern with narrowed eyes.

  On the other side, another figure emerged with a lantern in hand and walked over. Tang Wei Xi put on his clothes and sat down in front of Mrs. Tang, saying: "Take a rest."

  "Almost done"

  Mrs. Tang ignored Tang Weixi and concentrated on threading her needle.

  Mrs. Tang's body was stout, but her needlework was extremely skilled. Under the dim light, she embroidered one stitch at a time, and the object in her hand gradually took shape.

  It was originally a peaceful charm, with "peace" embroidered on the back and "Liang Jun" on the front, while another similarly styled embroidery read "go disease".

  "Two children go out for the first time, come back safely and soundly." Mrs. Tang muttered to herself while embroidering.

  "Tomorrow I won't be going, remember to give these two peace charms to the child."

  "Alright, alright, how many times have you told me, take a break first." Tang Weixi looked at his nagging wife, but didn't show any impatience.

  Until Mrs. Tang finished the last stitch, she blew out the oil lamp...