Chapter 19 - Chapter 19: Chapter 19 First Outing_l (1/2)
Chapter 19: Chapter 19 First Outing_l
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“Pack some snacks, in case you get hungry,” Wei Ruo replied.
Upon hearing this, Lady Yun raised her eyebrows slightly and explained to Wei Ruo, “Ruoruo, today we will have a vegetarian meal in the Huafa Temple after our prayers, so you will not go hungry.”
“It’s just snacks, it won’t affect the main meal. In case any other ladies get hungry along the way, I can share with them.”
Hearing Wei Ruo’s explanation and seeing the delicately adorned food container that would not cause embarrassment if shown in public, Lady Yun refrained from saying anything else. She just requested the maid Cuiping to take care of the food container during the mountain trip.
To control the number of people traveling together, besides the accompanying coachman and guards, only Lady Yun brought along maid Cuiping. Neither Wei Ruo nor Wei Qingwan brought their maids.
Wei Qingwan also arrived at the entrance, immediately spotting the well-dressed Wei Ruo. Astonishment flashed in her eyes for a moment, however, she quickly turned her face away.
Wei Ruo paid no attention to Wei Qingwan as her mind was preoccupied with thoughts of farming and making money.
Distractedly following Lady Yun into the carriage, Wei Ruo looked out the carriage window, her mind far away.
Lady Yun, seeing her half-awake demeanor, didn’t say anything.
Turning to Wei Qingwan, she said, “Wanwan, climbing up the Huafa Temple mountain to pray today requires trekking by foot. I’m worried your body might
not be up to it.”
“Mother, don’t worry. Whether I can complete it or not, I will try my best. Every step I take, it’s all for praying blessings for father and the soldiers. I hope they can be victorious in every encounter with the Japanese pirates and return safely. I also hope that the Japanese pirates can be driven away soon, so that Xingshan County can return to peace.”
“Your father would be very happy knowing that you care like this,” Lady Yun
said.
“Our father and soldiers are defending the country, fighting bravely, shedding blood and sweat. The least I can do is climb a hill to pray. It is not comparable to their sacrifices.”
Watching Wei Qingwan’s well-behaved and understanding manner, Lady Yun inevitably revealed a warm smile, her gaze exceedingly gentle.
Her daughter was full of wisdom, gentle yet pleasant, displaying filial piety, and was simply impeccable.
Thinking about the upcoming meeting with the other noble ladies, her mood became especially good. Wanwan was always the one receiving the most compliments on such occasions.
Everyone has a sense of vanity, and Lady Yun was no exception. Having her daughter being praised was undoubtedly a joyous occasion for her.
However, today’s situation might be a bit different…
She looked at Wei Ruo, who was lost in thought by the window, and couldn t help feeling a little worried. She didn’t expect Ruoruo to be as outstanding and praised as Wanwan, she just hoped she wouldn’t cause any troubles.
Although she had expressed her full confidence in Wei Ruo the day before when Wei Ruo asked her, she couldn’t help worrying as soon as it was time to
leave.
The carriage set out from the Military Prefecture, heading north across the city. The first half of the journey followed the same path that Wei Ruo took during her previous inspection trip.
After leaving the city, the carriage turned onto a country road, following the path to Fairy Mountain.
By the time they reached the foot of the mountain, the carriage stopped. Lady Yun and Wei Qingwan disembarked from the carriage, followed by Wei Ruo leisurely stepping out.