The Princess and Her Rough-Rider Khan
Chapter 197 I support you in doing anything you want (second update)

Chapter 197: 197 I support you in doing anything you want (second update)

Yelu Yan had always been gentle with Li Xianyun, his lips always curling with a hint of a smile.

Li Xianyun rarely saw him without a smile, which to be honest, was quite frightening.

Seeing him deep in thought without an answer, she continued to rest her little head on the bend of his arm, "I understand."

Her voice was calm, neither joyous nor sorrowful, carrying an indescribable tenderness.

Actually, she had anticipated that Yelu Yan probably wouldn’t agree, and she had only asked tentatively.

The border was so far away, a round trip would take a long time, and there were many unforeseen dangers; indeed, it wasn’t a very good option.

Yelu Yan raised his hand and touched her smooth, porcelain-like little face, and pulled her into his arms.

Her faint fragrance enveloped him.

"Let’s go after the August Festival."

The deep tones of Yelu Yan’s voice were pleasant and gentle.

Li Xianyun couldn’t help but look up at him, and he was also looking at her.

His tiger-like eyes held an intense depth, and the sharp contours of his handsome face were softened with a tender adoration.

Li Xianyun smiled, "I thought you wouldn’t agree."

Yelu Yan chuckled softly, "As your husband, I’ve said I would support you in anything you wish to do. The reason I didn’t agree immediately was because I was considering the best time for you to go."

So he had agreed with her from the very beginning.

Li Xianyun was quite moved, she took hold of Yelu Yan’s clothes, pulled his head closer, and slowly leaned in to kiss his lips.

This was the first time she had taken the initiative to kiss him.

Yelu Yan felt an overflowing joy and excitement like a young lad, his palms sweating with nervousness.

He quickly took control and kissed her back.

...

The next day, the Liuwang Residence was filled with joy and celebration, colorful streamers hanging everywhere, and guests filling the doorway—it was extremely lively.

Since it was inappropriate for the womenfolk to show their faces, the greeting of guests was managed by the Great General, Yuchi Qing, and the butler of Liuwang Residence at the entrance.

After exchanging pleasantries with Yuchi Qing, the female guests were directly escorted by the servants to watch the opera singers at the floral stand, which also included performances for the children to enjoy.

The male guests, on the other hand, were led to a thatched cottage to drink, talk, and watch the opera.

The men’s section also had an opera troupe, just without the variety acts.

Li Xianyun arrived relatively later; for one, she didn’t know anyone and arriving early would be quite awkward, and secondly, an early arrival would mean a lot of people greeting her, making everyone rather constrained.

This was the first time Yuchi Qing was meeting the life-saving benefactor of his grandchild, and he thanked her very politely.

As Li Xianyun reached the floral stand, many of the women who had seen Li Xianyun coming stood up from afar.

Yuchi Qian was especially excited as she led Yelu Xuan to greet her.

In the past, due to Guli’s reasons, Liuwang Residence was deserted, but on this occasion, it was packed with people, all because they knew Li Xianyun was coming.

Some were there just to see what divine presence Li Xianyun had, to bewitch the Khan to such a degree.

Others came to form connections, hoping to leave a good impression on Li Xianyun so they could gain favor in the eyes of the Khan in the future.

With their own motives, only a few were truly there solely to celebrate Yelu Xuan’s birthday like Li Xianyun.

Yelu Xuan broke free from Yuchi Qian’s hand and ran towards Li Xianyun, "Godmother!"

The matter of Yelu Xuan recognizing Li Xianyun as his godmother was well-known, so nobody found it surprising.

Li Xianyun took hold of Yelu Xuan’s little hand and squeezed it, "Xuanxuan, can you hardly wait for your birthday present?"

Yelu Xuan smiled sheepishly.

Yuchi Qian bowed to Li Xianyun, smiling and said, "Xuanxuan woke up before dawn today, and the first thing he did was ask when his godmother would come. He must have looked out for you hundreds of times this morning."

"It wasn’t that many times," Yelu Xuan, a boy who cared about his image, protested.

Li Xianyun raised her hand and touched Yelu Xuan’s round little head, "My Xuanxuan is simply too adorable."

As she spoke, she looked towards Youlan and Zhuo Ma.

Youlan and Zhuo Ma immediately presented the birthday gifts.

Li Xianyun looked at Yelu Xuan with a smile and said, "Xuanxuan, inside the purple sandalwood box is the Luminous Pearl your great-grandmother gave you; the long box contains a wooden sword gifted by your godfather, and in the small case is the Kongming Lock your godmother made for you."

Yelu Xuan was so overjoyed that he couldn’t close his mouth, his little face all flushed with excitement.

Yuchi Qian naturally expressed her gratitude respectfully.

The three chatted and laughed as they made their way to the guest seating area near the flower terrace, where the seat at the head was specially reserved for Li Xianyun.

As Li Xianyun approached, everyone bowed in greeting with a bend of the arm.

"Dispense with the formalities," she said.

The Princess Consort of the Sixth Prince came with her children as well, smiling joyfully at her.

Li Xianyun nodded at the Princess Consort of the Sixth Prince and sat down.

As the Family Head and hostess, Yuchi Qian took her seat next to Li Xianyun to keep her company.

Yelu Xuan sat on the other side of Li Xianyun.

Actually, the seating arrangement should not have been like this, but since both mother and son wished to talk with Li Xianyun, they resorted to this method.

In the meantime, there was a burst of singing from the stage followed by juggling acts—many of the guests today were children, and the scene was slightly out of control with laughter of little kids everywhere.

Just then, a maid brought Li Xianyun and Yuchi Qian each a cup of tea.

Li Xianyun smelled a pungent odor on the person and glanced over; the maid’s right hand, the one placing the teacup, had calluses on the base of the thumb from handling weapons for years—this person did not seem to be a maid.

After the maid placed the tea and left, Li Xianyun leaned towards Yuchi Qian and whispered, "How long has the maid who brought the tea been serving in the mansion?"

Yuchi Qian replied, "She has been in the Prince’s Mansion since I got married, at least five or six years. Why do you ask?"

Li Xianyun lowered her gaze and remained silent, picked up the teacup, lifted the porcelain lid, and pretended to take a sip.

Despite honey and fragrant powders being added to the tea to enhance its scent, they could not mask the smell of the potent drug.

An ordinary person might not detect it, but for her, a physician who frequently dealt with medicinal herbs, it was all too easy to recognize.

Such a cunning plan, killing two birds with one stone, not only causing her trouble but also framing the Liuwang Residence.

Eliminating two thorns in the side with a single move, it was a well-played game of chess, and the one who stood to benefit directly from this incident was probably...

Li Xianyun casually asked as she held the teacup, "Why hasn’t the Grand Imperial Consort come?"

Yuchi Qian was also somewhat surprised and shook her head, "The Grand Imperial Consort mentioned she was feeling unwell and did not come."

Li Xianyun looked at Yuchi Qian and said softly, "There is a traitor within the Liuwang Residence. Would you like me to help you catch them?"

Yuchi Qian’s heart thumped wildly, and she nodded her head.

Li Xianyun picked up the teacup again, pretended to take another sip, and then set it down.

A moment later, Li Xianyun claimed she felt sleepy and asked Yuchi Qian to find her a room to rest in.

Yuchi Qian and her maid supported Li Xianyun as they headed to the nearby study for rest.

Looking concerned, Youlan asked, "My lady, are you alright?"

"I’m fine; I just didn’t sleep well last night and suddenly felt a bit drowsy," she replied.

Once in the study, Li Xianyun lay down on the bed and said, "Princess Consort of the Sixth Prince, go tend to the guests. You need not worry about me here."

"Very well, you rest up. I will come to check on you later," said Yuchi Qian.

Li Xianyun nodded, and Yuchi Qian hurriedly left.

"You two can go out as well," Li Xianyun told Zhuo Ma and Youlan. "I will take a little nap. Call for you if I need anything."

"Yes," responded Youlan and Zhuo Ma.

Li Xianyun cast a deep glance at Zhuo Ma.

Zhuo Ma caught the hint.

The moment the door closed, the spacious study became even quieter.

Just then, a man emerged from a corner cabinet and walked towards the couch.