" Master, can you tell me more about them?". Su Mi asked. The way he copes with such shocking news, revealed the leadership character inside him.
" I'm afraid not, it's not the time yet. But I can tell you that, they are the reason of the great wars in 300 years ago. The saying that your enemies know you the best is true. Scoff, they know what my plan for all Lians, but little did they know, I also have plan for them! "
At first, I thought they want the blood of dragon's descendants from Bai family. But, it was futile, as the essence of dragon's blood decreases in each generation. What are they planning?
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" Don't afraid, Ming er. They just want to take your measurements for your new clothes", Xuě Lian patted Li Ming's head after make sure he's standing straight.
After Li Ming woke up from nap. Su Mi asked the worker come and take his measurements. But, Li Ming didn't want to loosen his grip on Xuě Lian's clothes, so they have to done it while both of them is standing.
" Hwarghhh... Aunty! ", Bai Li try to reach out Xuě Lian while she's on Li Hong's lap. Behind them, a few workers who's worried about the baby.
" There, my baby. You must feel uncomfortable with this hot weather after playing all around. " Xuě Lian took the crying baby in her arm, and patted her back softly.
" Hiccup, hiccup. ", Felt the cold yet relax sensation from Xuě Lian's body, Bai Li calmed down and hiccups.
" Aunty, don't blame the worker. They didn't know why Li er cried suddenly. " This angel, Li Hong speak for the worker. Just now, Bai Li was playing happily, but suddenly she just cried loudly. Figured, she wants Aunty so, he bought her here.
Xuě Lian didn't intend to punish or blame them at all. Kids are very sensitive, but they didn't know how to express their discomfort aside from crying. " It's fine. Just prepare a bathtub, half full of not too warm water. Also, bring me one set of summer clothes for her."
As the burdens lifted, they quickly to prepare all the orders. " Yes, Master! "
After make sure Li Ming's measurements taken, Xuě Lian took Bai Li to shower room. Then, the freshly showered and changed baby, sleep soundly in Xuě Lian's arm.
" It's getting late; we must go back now. Su Mi, let me borrow your portal. ". The sun was down; it was really late.
" Of course, My Master. All the summer attires and toys for Young Masters and Young Miss already packed. We will send them out later. "
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When they arrived at the Lian County, the light lanterns already light up and brightening the dark night. As a good steward, Head Steward Cheng already there to welcome them.
" Welcome back home, Your Grace and also our Young Masters and Young Miss. "
" Gwampa! ", Bai Li was very excited to see the familiar face. As usual, Xuě Lian just cast floating magic on Bai Li, making her movement less restricted.
" Hahahaha, how was the trip, Young Miss? This servant thought you will forget about me.". Old Cheng carried Bai Li in his arm. Bai Li shook her head, " Li er miss Gwampa! "
" Ahem, Old Cheng. We also miss our princess. Let us greet her too! " Who knows from where, more and more people came and greets Bai Li.
The trio escort: "....". Are we forgotten again? (ʘᗩʘ')
Li Hong : "....". So many people! ⊙.☉
Li Ming : * hide behind Xuě Lian*
" Let's go in. The night breeze is too cold for kids. " . Xuě Lian was very familiar with their attitude. Then she leads them into the hall at the Southeast wing.
Arrived at the hall, Li Hong saw more people but this time, he saw kids aged around him and also elderly people. Without care of differences, all of them socializing together, makes the hall filled with laughter. Having met many people after followed the Duchess, he managed composed himself and be more confident even he is moving using the wheelchair.
Xuě Lian sat on the highest sit. While Li Hong and Li Ming on the left seat. Bai Li sit with her Nanny Liu, babbling whatever she remembered. In front them, there was variety of food served with juice and tea.
Then, all of people at lower seat stopped talking to stand up, cupping their hand and greet, " We welcome back Your Grace the Duchess of Lian and Our Princess! To our Young Masters, welcome to your new home!". After the greets, they bowed slightly and sat down.
Home. Li Hong felt very happy and comfortable with the word. Here is where both brothers will stay. Saw his brother tried to seat with Her Grace, it seems he also felt comfortable here.
" News do move fast here! Li Hong and Li Ming will be living here starting this night as a child of Lian County, so do treat them well. Cheers!!" Xuě Lian gave a speech to introduce the brothers and drink the warm tea.
One of the eldest, Su Zhou stand up and said, " Aiyoo, Master! You forget about one thing! " . The hall started bustling again. Then a child loudly said, " Can we swimming at the creek or at the river this year, Your Grace? "
" This stinky brat, always thought about playing! Ah Zhou, you just want join them is it? " The hall instantly full with laughter. " Hahaha! "
Elder Zhou crouched alone in the corner, " Humph, so what if I do! All of you also want the same thing! ".
" Ehem! This year, not only we are having the summer festival. Our Li er is turning one-year-old this summer. So, we have to celebrate more grandly and festive! " Xuě Lian announced.
" Hurray!!! "
" I wonder what to give to princess? "
" This time, I want to wear that new dress ..... "
" I want to swim until my fingers shrink...."