Logically, Huangfu Zedan should have sent an envoy to meet them, but they were almost at the imperial capital and hadn’t seen a single person.
Old Ten rode his horse beside the carriage window, turning his head to smile: “Wife, don’t worry. His Highness the Crown Prince must be very busy, or he would have sent an envoy to meet you earlier.”
Li Weichen rode forward a few steps: “His Highness the Crown Prince misses you very much. Although he never mentions you, I can see he’s been longing for you.”
Qin Yuhang held her on his lap, patting her back: “Wife, don’t worry. If my senior brother doesn’t want you, just come with me. We’ll find a secluded paradise away from the world, have children, and be an immortal couple.
Don’t worry, my dear, you won’t be alone. If that day truly comes, we’ll all be with you,” Old Eleven said boldly, riding his horse over and pushing his elder brother’s mount to the roadside.
Ye Hui laughed. If that day really came, having so many men accompanying her would be quite fortunate!
Qin Yuhang asked, “After returning to the imperial capital, will you stay in the Eastern Palace?”
Ye Hui paused. Her primary husband was the legitimate spouse, and by right, she should live in the Qin family home.
But if she didn’t stay in the Eastern Palace, it would be disrespectful to Huangfu Zedan. As such a lofty crown prince, being neglected by his wife would surely invite mockery from court officials.
“My dear, rest assured. The Qin family doesn’t know I’ve brought you back. I’ll first accompany you to stay in the Eastern Palace,” Qin Yuhang said. Having left home at twelve, his attachment to his master was far deeper than to his family.
“We’ll stay in the Eastern Palace for a few days, then I’ll accompany my husband home to visit, and also our Ye family.” Regarding her own family, she had always felt apologetic. She had gone to Pingzhou shortly after her wedding and, though she had sent letters, she hadn’t mentioned becoming the crown princess.
