Conquering the entire Qi State was truly a Herculean task.
Chu Yihan didn't force her, but embraced her within his arms and together they bid farewell to Su Hao and the army, watching until their figures were no longer visible.
Su Yingxue had been cooped up in the palace for several days, and taking the opportunity of seeing off Su Hao, she finally got to leave the palace. She couldn't wait to hop over to the Marquis's Manor, and Chu Yihan, doting on her, didn't detain her from returning.
Su Han smiled and said, "If the emperor doesn't mind, why not join the empress for a midday meal at the Marquis's Manor?"
"How could I mind? But I wonder if there will be sister's homemade bird's nest roast duck at the Marquis's Manor?" Su Yingxue said with a profound look on her face.
Su Han laughed softly, "How dare we not, if it's commanded by Your Majesty the empress?"
