Chapter 268: 268: In This Life, I Will Only Wear My Bridal Gown Once

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Chapter 268: Chapter 268: In This Life, I Will Only Wear My Bridal Gown Once Zhan Lan’s days of recuperation were joyful with Mu Yan by her side each day. Mu Yan had a full schedule every day, always leaving early and returning late, taking her to prepare for the wedding after the morning court. The best part was not having to attend the morning court. Mu Yan had taken long-term sick leave for her, and she was happy to have some leisure time to focus on her own matters. In the yard, Zhan Lan grasped the spear Wuming, and as she just started to wield it, suddenly, her spear was pinned down by a sword. Looking up, Zhan Lan saw Mu Yan sheathing his sword, “Rest for now, don’t overexert yourself. I’m here for everything.” His smile was faint, “Lan’er, if you want to practice martial arts, I’ll accompany you once you’ve recovered.” Zhan Lan smiled at him, “Okay, I’m afraid I’ll get rusty without practice, but I feel quite good today.” Mu Yan took her hand and had Zhan Lan sit down. Sitting on the bench, she watched as Mu Yan moved behind her, then he put his hands on her shoulders, gently massaging them. Not far away, Xiao Tao and Liu Xi turned away with smiles after seeing such an intimate scene between the young lady and her lord. Xiao Tao turned back excitedly, covering her eyes to peek, and exclaimed, “The Prince is really good to the young lady. She gets whatever she says, and he’s so considerate.” Liu Xi laughed, “I never thought the Prince would be different from what everyone imagined, but it seems like it’s only towards the young lady.” “Yes, I always feel a bit scared when I see the lord, but when I see him smile at the young lady, I’m not scared anymore. Ah, Liu Xi, the young lady said she’d find you a good match, why aren’t you looking?” Xiao Tao curiously asked. Liu Xi replied with a graceful smile, “The young lady says: It’s better to rely on oneself than on others. Love is certainly not all there is to life. Let nature take its course, having it would be icing on the cake, but one shouldn’t always rely on others for charity.” Xiao Tao nodded, “Liu Xi, I don’t want to find a man. I just want to be with the young lady for a lifetime. I’ve never met a master as good as her.” Liu Xi took her hand, “Me too. Let’s go, we shouldn’t disturb the young lady.” “Okay, I’ll make some peach gum and bird’s nest for the young lady. The Prince sent them, and I heard they help with a woman’s complexion.” Liu Xi nodded in agreement, “I see the young lady’s skin getting better and the scars on her hands fading a bit. By the time of the wedding, she will certainly be stunning!” Xiao Tao covered her mouth and giggled, “Liu Xi, you’re being naughty.” Liu Xi gave Xiao Tao a gentle punch, “You’re the naughty one.” After they left, Mu Yan glanced and said, “Lan’er, the number of servants in your household is quite small, should we hire some more?” Zhan Lan shook her head, pressing down his massaging hand, “No need, fewer servants are better, I only use those I trust.” Mu Yan grinned, sitting beside Zhan Lan, “Come to my room with me.” Zhan Lan looked at him sideways, “What for?” Mu Yan leaned in, teasing her, “What do you think?” Zhan Lan thought of the erotic paintings on Mu Yan’s bed from the other day and her ears turned red instantly. Mu Yan pulled up her hand with a smile, “Just kidding, the wedding attire is ready and has been delivered.” Zhan Lan lifted her gaze to see his hair fluttering in the wind, composed and confident. The difference between a mature man and a youth is that every movement exudes charm. Without a word, Zhan Lan’s lips curved into a smile as she took his hand and walked towards Mu Yan’s courtyard. Mu Yan noticed her footsteps were quicker than usual, following behind with a pleased mood. Zhan Lan pushed open the door to Mu Yan’s room and saw two exquisite racks holding two red wedding outfits. A flamboyant red bridal gown gleamed with pearls and jewels, golden threads and embroidery as if naturally formed, with layers of sheer fabric adding extravagant elegance. Zhan Lan looked at Mu Yan’s wedding attire that was grand yet elegant, knowing he’d look good in it. “Lan’er, want to try it on?” Mu Yan looked at her with anticipation. Zhan Lan shook her head and looked towards Mu Yan, “No need, I will only wear a wedding dress once in my life, let’s save it for the big wedding day!” If she won the bet, she would grow old with Mu Yan. If she lost, she would never wear a wedding dress again. Mu Yan was moved as he gazed into her eyes. Suddenly, they heard giggling from outside the window. Zhan Lan caught sight of Zhan Rui and Zhan Heng, two little kids resting their heads on their hands, watching them. “Kids, come over here!” Mu Yan waved at the two little ones. Liu Xi quickly brought Zhan Rui and Zhan Heng in. “Did you have them brought over?” Zhan Lan curiously asked. “Mhm.” Mu Yan, with a smile at the corner of his lips, looked at the two little ones. Zhan Rui was dressed in a red dress with rabbit head accessories, and Zhan Heng looked like a little scholar. Both hugged Zhan Lan together. Zhan Lan touched their heads and asked, “Did your parents agree to let you come over?” Zhan Heng waved his little hand and said, “They didn’t agree, but Mu Yan’s people said, ‘Sister missed you guys.'” Zhan Rui, also waving her little hand excitedly, said, “Mom said sister is getting married. Are you marrying this handsome brother?” Mu Yan looked at the two kids and softened his voice, “Not handsome brother, call me brother-in-law.” The two little tykes’ eyes shone brightly as they called out with voices clearer than the last. “Brother-in-law!” “Brother-in-law!” Zhan Rui curiously asked, “What’s a brother-in-law?” Mu Yan patiently explained, “Brother-in-law is your sister Lan’er’s husband.” “What does husband mean?” Zhan Rui’s eyes blinked as she continued to ask. Zhan Lan wanted to explain, but Mu Yan bent down and said, “It’s the same relationship as your dad and mom.” Zhan Rui had an epiphany and said with clenched little fists, “I get it now, it means you and sister Lan’er have to sleep together at night, right?” Zhan Heng, with a bright smile, added, “And you have to kiss too!” Mu Yan looked at Zhan Lan with half a smile, and Zhan Lan kicked him in the leg, “Don’t encourage them.” She knew about Mu Yan’s penchant for startling statements. Mu Yan said with a laugh, “You’re both right. In the future, I’ll sleep with your sister Mengmeng every day, and then we can have lovely children like you.” Zhan Rui’s grape-like big eyes turned to Zhan Lan, “Wow! Sister Mengmeng, can you have a little sister for me?” Zhan Lan: “...” Mu Yan was a bad influence on kids. “No, sisters aren’t fun. I want a brother!” Zhan Heng was not pleased and jumped up, saying, “I want a brother!” Mu Yan saw Zhan Lan pouting. He smiled indulgently and said to the two kids, “How about we have both?” “Okay!” Zhan Rui and Zhan Heng excitedly clapped their hands. Mu Yan added, “However, they won’t be your brother or sister by then. They should be your nephew and niece...” “What’s that...” Zhan Rui’s curiosity was piqued. Zhan Lan covered Zhan Rui’s pouting mouth and said, “Don’t listen to your brother spouting nonsense.” Zhan Lan turned to Mu Yan, who had a mischievous smile, and asked, “Did you bring them here for a reason?”

Chapter 268: 268: In This Life, I Will Only Wear My Bridal Gown Once

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