by many esteemed individuals todayThinking back on the hardships of guarding the border in icy snow during their youth, the destitution after retiring from the army, the anxiety of fleeing south, and...Li Laer and Mr. Wen couldn't stay idle, so they called a servant to fetch the chessboard, intending to play two games.

But Mr. Wen, having been a scholar since childhood, was naturally familiar and proficient in chess as a common game.

Li Lao Er became a monk halfway through life, and he was no match for Mr. Wen.

When things came to a point where there was no turning back, Li La Er simply discarded his pieces and pushed his young niece onto the battlefield.

"Fú Niūr, why don't you play a game with Mr. Wēn Your second uncle needs a break. This stuff is too taxing on the mind; we're both about to have one eye white and the other black."

“Okay, Uncle Two, just wait for me. I'll get you back!” Jiayin smiled and poured tea for Uncle Two and Mr. Wen, then sat down opposite Mr. Wen.

Mr. Wen was a bit complacent. Although he knew Jia Yin was intelligent, she was just a young girl. He hadn't seen her show much interest in chess before, so he didn't think she would be very good.

Unfortunately, he frowned soon after and put his full effort into it.

Jiayin chuckled with delight, successfully pretending to be a pig eating a tiger.

In her past life, when she was in elementary school, she had an interest class in Go. Her talent impressed the instructor so much that he would almost always pull her aside for a one-hour special training session after school every day.

Later, she participated in many Go competitions and won several awards.

Unfortunately, her irresponsible parents and grandparents didn't think she could make a living playing Go.

So, she was cut off from the world of Go in high school.

She was obedient since she was young, and she didn't have much resistance. As a result, she gradually gave up playing Go.

After arriving in this world, she occasionally played a few rounds with her elder brother. Most of the time, she accompanied her godfather in studying chess strategies, and managed to regain seven or eight points.

Now, with the skills and experience accumulated over two lifetimes combined, dealing with Mr. Wen is naturally effortless.

Mr. Wen was killed in a flurry of activity, dodging left and right.

Jia Yin giggled and still had the mind to peel a banana for herself as a snack.

Li Lao'er sat on the side, his pride so great that he seemed to wish for a tail to wag like a fan.

He's a bad chess player, but his niece is amazing!

Rounding, you could also say he's amazing!

Sizzle, sizzle!

As he thought about this, he sipped his iced tea, finding it tastier than ever before.

Mr. Wen glared at him and continued to frown, pondering a retort.

Jia Yin stuck her tongue out at Er Bo and then quietly started to go easy on him.

Li Laoliu became more and more pleased, looking at his niece who had grown up from childhood. He was incredibly satisfied.

The little girl who used to be chubby and white has now grown into a beautiful young lady.

She wore a sky blue dress, with no complicated embroidery. It looked fresh and clean.

She had a pair of white jade bracelets on her wrist and a pair of silver clove earrings, very simple.

Black hair, the upper half styled into two buns, the lower half braided with two flowers inserted. There is a certain refinement to it.

His hair was styled with a fringe that complemented his willow-shaped eyebrows, making his large eyes appear even more captivating. His slightly plump cheeks added to his charming and adorable appearance.

Whenever Li La Er thought about his lovely niece getting married soon, his good mood would dwindle.

Mu Xu that kid even if he is a thousand times good to his little niece, it's still not as good as home.

However, he was orphaned and homeless, with a defiant nature that defied worldly constraints...

Well, it's not bad either. At least it's much better than those stuffy, rule-bound big families!

Jia Yin didn't know she had put so much effort into a single game of chess, and her second uncle had added so much inner drama to himself...

Mr. Wen dropped a chess piece and sighed, "Well, I've lost. The times are changing, with new talent emerging. I never thought I'd lose to a young girl."

"Hahaha, you have your day now! You always killed me mercilessly in the past. Now you know how it feels, right!" Li Laoer was delighted and wished he could worship his niece as a goddess.

Mr. Wen refused to show weakness and coldly snorted, "What are you so proud of The county princess is also my niece! It's not shameful for an uncle to lose to his niece!"

"Yeah, no shame, no shame!" Li Lao Er echoed, but a sly grin played on his lips.

Jia Yin was picking up the chess pieces on one side, and she laughed along with him.

This period in the new capital is full of unpredictable changes, leaving everyone in the family feeling weighed down.

A few laughs like this are also rare.

At this time, Mu Xu finally climbed in from outside the wall. As soon as he entered the study, he heard laughter and said with a smile, "I'm back!"

As expected, Jia Yin immediately leaned out the window and exclaimed in surprise.

"Come in quickly, are you hungry Have something to eat before we talk."

Having said that, she quickly told the nimble water spirit at the door to go to the kitchen and fetch the food.

Today, good news came into the city, Mu Xu is definitely coming back.

So, by dinnertime, she had everything prepared.

Mu Xu was not polite either. He entered the house and bowed to Mr. Wen and Li La Er, then went to wash his hands and face.

Just then, a large bowl of chicken shredded cold noodles with sesame sauce arrived, accompanied by a plate of nuts and spinach and a plate of braised meat.

Mu Xu had been traveling for several days and was extremely exhausted.

He gulped down the cold noodles and side dishes in one go, and let out a long sigh of relief.

"The county princess's culinary skills are truly impressive. In such hot weather, it's best to eat cold noodles."

Jia Yin gracefully took the empty bowl, also in a good mood, she replied, "I'll make you cold noodles later, that will be even more refreshing."

Li La Er coughed twice, interrupting their conversation, and asked, "How is the battle in Jiangbei going Today's good news only says how many enemies were killed, but not about our own losses. The barbarians are fierce, it's impossible they wouldn't fight back!"

Mu Xu nodded, his expression a hint of gloom, and replied, "Over 300 Northern Expeditionary soldiers were killed in action, and more than 800 were wounded. "

Fortunately, the Marquis personally led the vanguard, charging at the forefront, and boosting the morale of the army. The barbarians also knew that the situation was hopeless and felt a retreat in their hearts.

"Morale is high on our side, low on theirs. This battle will naturally be a great victory. Within ten days, the Northern Expeditionary Army will surely recapture the border passes and seal the country's borders."

Over three hundred deaths means that over three hundred families have lost loved ones, even their pillars of support.

Everyone felt heavyhearted, but they also knew this was the best possible outcome.

There's no battle where the immortal are unconquered, this kind of three hundred for three thousand victory is truly unprecedented.

"Are my stepfather and father hurt" Jia Yin worried about her relatives and asked.

Mu Xu quickly shook his head, “No, I asked carefully, everyone in our family is fine. But the lord's meaning is that the wounded soldiers should be sent back to recuperate. He doesn't trust the arrangements of the Ministry of War and fears they will be placed in Suijin Beach first.”

"About how many days will it take these wounded soldiers to reach Jiangnan" Li Lao Er immediately asked.

"There are many seriously injured, they can't walk too fast, it's estimated to take half a month." Mu Xu made a guess at a date.

Li Laoer let out a sigh of relief and replied, “We have plenty of time. We can build row houses in Ercun first to settle the wounded soldiers. Later, when family members get married and run out of space, we can also move some there. It won't be wasted.”

Jia Yin also said, "As for the medicine, I'll take care of it. Food, clothing, shelter and transportation can be left to Xiao Cui!"

After chatting about some trivial matters, everyone dispersed.

Mu Xu still wanted to say a few more words to Jia Yin, but the back-and-forth trips between Jiangnan and Jiangbei were really tiring. Jia Yin couldn't bear to part with him, so she pushed him to rest.

Mu Xu fell asleep as soon as he touched the pillow. Jia Yin instructed the maids to take good care of him and then returned to the backyard.

Receiving the wounded, it seems simple, but in reality there are many things to arrange.

Unable to sleep on either side, Jia Yin simply drove Shui Ling and Shui Yun away to sleep. Then she entered the space and carefully made a plan…ughed as they made their way back to Xincun. Old Lady Li had been anxiously waiting at the door.Until her granddaughter, like a little bird, jumped out of the carriage and chirped to her about making...