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Chapter 358 A family of four, all neatly dressed.

He really didn't know what it was about her that he saw in her.

Was it her bold drinking style? Or her straightforward speaking style? Or perhaps, her "heroic" kicking of people while she was asleep?

Dr. Qian gave a self-deprecating smile, the pain in his cheek reminding him of the disarray he had endured last night and this morning.

On the soft couch next to her, Yu Ling turned over and began to snore softly. She was clearly quite drunk and unaware of everything that was happening around her.

As the daylight grew brighter, the faint sounds of servants sweeping and cleaning could be heard outside the window.

Doctor Qian straightened up, took one last look at Song Ruyan who was still fast asleep, and gently tucked the blanket in again, his movements showing a care he himself was unaware of.

He couldn't stay any longer.

When she wakes up and sees herself like this, along with her "heroic feat" from last night, the situation will likely be even more awkward.

He straightened his wrinkled and stained robes, walked silently to the door, gently opened it, and slipped out.

Only silence remained in the room, and two drunkards slept soundly.

On the other side, Yun-ge and Xuan-ge were sleeping soundly, squeezed together on a small bed.

Yun-ge'er's little mouth was slightly pouting, as if he was still having a sweet dream.

Xuan-ge'er's little foot restlessly rested on his older brother's body.

Chu Ruohan slowly opened her eyes.

Gu Junze, who was beside her, had already woken up and was quietly looking at her, his dark eyes filled with soft light.

The hustle and bustle of yesterday still seems to echo in my ears: the joy and reluctance of my sister's wedding, the surprise of Yun-ge's sudden return, and that dazzling fireworks display.

Everything has settled down, leaving only the tranquility of this moment.

Chu Ruohan curved her lips into a smile, feeling the slight fetal movement in her abdomen.

Gu Junze reached out and gently placed his warm palm on her protruding belly.

The movements were gentle, filled with immense tenderness.

He didn't speak, but conveyed his deep affection through his eyes.

Chu Ruohan turned to the side, getting closer to him, her nose filled with his refreshing and pleasant scent.

She remembered what the servants had told her when she returned last night.

The scene of Song Ruyan and the others making a ruckus in the bridal chamber, and the disheveled state of Dr. Qian when he later escorted Song Ruyan back to her room.

I wonder how they are doing now.

The thought only flashed through my mind and was quickly replaced by the warmth before my eyes.

A few clear birdsongs drifted in from outside the window.

Gu Junze lowered his head and placed a light kiss on her smooth forehead.

"Sleep a little longer?"

Chu Ruohan shook her head, propping herself up on her arms as she tried to sit up. "Yue Shu is returning to her parents' home today, let's go back early."

Gu Junze immediately reached out to support her waist, carefully adjusting her posture, and then took a soft pillow from the side to place behind her.

"Slow down," he gently instructed.

Chu Ruohan leaned against the pillow, watching him get up and dress. His movements were swift and elegant, and his broad shoulders and narrow waist made him appear particularly tall and straight in the morning light.

A rustling sound came from outside, followed by Yun-ge'er's nasal muttering.

"Hmm... Is it dawn yet?"

Then came Xuan-ge'er's groggy voice: "Brother... Brother..."

Chu Ruohan and Gu Junze exchanged a smile.

"I'll go take a look." Gu Junze got up and walked towards the outer room.

Chu Ruohan slowly got up, put on her coat, and followed.

Yun-ge'er had already sat up, rubbing his eyes. His hair was a little messy from sleeping. When he saw Gu Junze, he immediately grinned.

"father!"

Xuan-ge'er was still lying down, his little hands clutching the hem of Yun-ge'er's clothes. He opened his eyes, saw his parents, and babbled as he reached out his little hands to be held.

Gu Junze picked up Xuan Ge'er and bounced him around, and the little guy immediately giggled.

Yun-ge quickly climbed off the bed and ran to Chu Ruohan, looking up at her with his little face.

"Mom, I'm hungry."

Chu Ruohan smiled and patted his head: "Okay, Mother will have the kitchen prepare breakfast right away."

She took Yun-ge'er's hand, then took Xuan-ge'er from Gu Junze's arms, and said softly, "Go wash up and change your clothes first. Breakfast will be ready soon."

"Mmm!" Yun-ge nodded vigorously, pulling Xuan-ge, who was still yawning, towards the washroom, looking every bit like a little adult.

Chu Ruohan's smile deepened.

After having breakfast, the family got ready and set off for the Chu residence.

The general's mansion's carriages were spacious and comfortable, enough to accommodate a family of four with room to spare.

Yun-ge'er was at a lively and active age. He sat by the window, curiously watching the street outside gradually become more bustling.

Xuan-ge'er nestled obediently in Gu Junze's arms, his little head nodding slightly, seemingly still a little sleepy.

Chu Ruohan leaned against the soft cushion, feeling the slight swaying of the carriage, and the little one in her belly moved along with it.

As the carriage approached a familiar street corner, a sweet aroma wafted through the air.

It tastes like chestnut cake.

Chu Ruohan unconsciously looked in the direction from which the fragrance was coming, a slight smile playing on her lips.

Gu Junze noticed the subtle change in her expression.

"parking."

He gave a brief instruction.

The coachman immediately stopped the carriage.

Gu Junze carefully handed Xuan Ge'er over to Chu Ruohan, then got up and got off the carriage.

A moment later, he returned with a small packet of chestnut cakes wrapped in oil paper, steaming hot and with an even stronger aroma.

He handed the chestnut cake to Chu Ruohan, a smile in his eyes.

"It's still hot."

Chu Ruohan took it, her heart warmed. She picked up a small piece of chestnut cake and put it in her mouth. It was soft, sweet, and fragrant, just the taste she liked.

"Thank you, my husband." She smiled, her eyes crinkling.

Gu Junze moved his arm slightly. If it weren't for the children's presence, he would have pulled her into his arms. Chu Ruohan rarely called him that.

Yun-ge'er also came over, looking on expectantly.

"Mom, I want to eat too."

Chu Ruohan smiled and gave him a piece, then fed a little bit to Xuan-ge'er in her arms.

The little guy smacked his lips, clearly enjoying the sweet taste.

The carriage started moving slowly again, with people coming and going, and the sounds of hawking and laughter filling the air.

Yun-ge'er's gaze was drawn to a lavishly decorated shop.

Above the shop's door hung three large, gilded characters: "Treasure Pavilion." Inside the stained-glass windows, various exquisite jewelry pieces were displayed, shimmering with light and color.

His little finger pointed to one of the delicately designed tassel hairpins inlaid with pink gemstones.

"Mother, look at that hairpin!"

Yun-ge'er's voice was filled with surprise.

"looks great!"

Chu Ruohan looked in the direction he pointed, and the hairpin was indeed elegant.

Yun-ge turned his head and looked at her with bright eyes.

"Mother, I want to buy that hairpin for you!"

Chu Ruohan's gaze fell on the plaque that read "Treasure Pavilion," and a faint smile appeared on her lips.

She reached out and touched Yun-ge'er's head.

"This Treasure Pavilion is our own shop."

Yun-ge'er's mouth gaped open in surprise. "How come I didn't know our family owned a shop?"

Chu Ruohan nodded with a smile.

She raised her hand and pointed to another shop not far away.

"Not only that, do you see that Jinxiuge over there?"

"That was also part of Mother's dowry."