That day, the entire Huaxi Village was in high spirits, and the farmers, weary from a day's toil, made a point of detouring to Changmen to offer a few congratulatory words to the Village Chief's wife.
Besides, they politely asked,
"When will the king return to the court in triumph?"
The villagers, mostly ignorant of state affairs, knew the distant victories of the Prince of Yonghuai in the northwest had limited actual bearing on their lives. This casual inquiry was like asking about the weather—either as idle chatter or out of concern.
Feng Yun smiled as she replied, "Soon, soon."
Along with the quick dispatch, there was a family letter from Pei Jue.
"Spring has come to Andu, yet the border remains cold. Lady Yun, you have a delicate constitution and fear the chill, do not toil, ensure your well-being, and prioritize peace and safety."
