activa-t Chapter 23 Ye Yuhang Returns Safely
Chapter 23 Ye Yuhang Returns Safely
"All brothers of Liuyun Village respectfully bid farewell to our Chieftain!"
Everyone knelt down in unison.
Their shouts were perfectly synchronized.
Meanwhile, in a quiet valley village.
Li Lizhi was sitting under the corridor, twisting a silk handkerchief in her hands.
Since Ye Yuhang left last night, her heart has been restless for a moment.
"Mother, what are you looking at?"
The third daughter, Ye Qingwan, ran over pushing her beloved little bicycle.
The little girl tilted her head, her big eyes filled with innocent curiosity.
"It's alright, Mother is looking at the clouds outside."
Li Lizhi forced a smile.
She gently rubbed her daughter's cheeks, but her heart was already filled with extreme anxiety.
"Second sister, I haven't seen father all day. Where did he go?"
Seeing that her mother ignored her, Ye Qingwan turned to look at Ye Shuyao, who was reading a book in the courtyard.
She pouted and refused to ride her bicycle, feeling utterly aggrieved.
Ye Shuyao put down the book in her hand, but did not answer.
She looked up at her eldest sister, Ye Lingyu, her eyes revealing a wisdom far beyond her years.
"Father's armory is missing that ten-stone longbow."
Ye Lingyu walked out from the backyard, her voice somewhat low.
"And the heaviest silver spear is also gone."
Ye Lingyu bit her lower lip worriedly, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes.
"Waaah... I'm so scared something will happen to Daddy..."
Upon hearing this, Ye Qingwan's eyes instantly reddened.
"Little Wan'er, don't cry, your father is a great hero."
Ye Lingyu quickly went over and hugged her youngest sister.
Although she was also afraid, she had to put on the demeanor of an elder sister.
"We are all worried about Father, but we can't show it."
Ye Shuyao also came over and whispered her instructions.
She glanced at Li Lizhi, who looked dejected, in the corridor.
"Otherwise, Mother will worry even more. We must be good."
Ye Shuyao patted Ye Qingwan's head, and the three sisters snuggled together.
The sky gradually darkened.
Li Lizhi had prepared a table full of dishes, and the aroma filled the entire house.
"Dinner's ready, children."
Li Lizhi walked into the courtyard and called out.
Her voice was a little hoarse, and her gaze kept drifting towards the entrance of the manor.
The three sisters sat around the table, but no one touched their chopsticks.
They looked at the plates of their favorite braised pork and steamed fish, but lost their appetite.
"Why aren't you eating?"
It won't taste good when it's cold.
Li Lizhi put a piece of fish on each child's plate.
Her hands trembled slightly.
"Mother, let's wait for Father to eat together."
The three sisters said in unison.
They sat upright and sensibly.
Upon hearing this, Li Lizhi felt a sudden pang of sadness in her heart.
Tears welled up in her eyes, and she quickly looked up towards the courtyard.
He tried to cover up his embarrassment.
Just then, a familiar figure appeared at the entrance of the village.
The man held a long spear in his hand and walked steadily.
"They're back...they're really back!"
Li Lizhi suddenly stood up.
Her eyes instantly reddened, and tears of joy finally streamed down her cheeks.
"Your father is back!"
She shouted into the house.
That was the most beautiful sound she had heard in a long time.
The three sisters crossed over in unison.
When they saw that tall figure,
They immediately jumped off their seats and rushed over.
"Father!"
Ye Qingwan ran the fastest and plunged headfirst into Ye Yuhang's arms.
The little girl cried her heart out, letting out all the worries she had been holding in.
Ye Yuhang casually tossed aside the heavy longbow and silver spear.
He opened his arms and scooped all three of his daughters, who rushed towards him, into his embrace.
His face, which was as cold and ruthless as iron on the battlefield, was now filled with a gentle smile.
"Father, are you alright?"
Ye Lingyu and Ye Shuyao, one on each side, carefully examined his clothes.
They blinked their big eyes, as if afraid he might have hidden a wound somewhere.
"I'm fine, completely unharmed!"
Ye Yuhang grinned.
He gently patted their little heads.
"I knew Daddy was a great hero!"
Ye Shuyao proudly raised her chin.
Although she wiped away her tears, her eyes were full of admiration.
"Daddy, I want to grow up quickly from now on."
Ye Lingyu held Ye Yuhang's hand earnestly, her expression very solemn.
"I want to go down the mountain with you and help you fight the bad guys!"
Ye Yuhang felt a warmth in his heart, and all his fatigue seemed to vanish.
"Daddy, I want kisses, hugs, and to be lifted up high!"
Ye Qingwan lingered in his arms, refusing to get down.
She tugged at Ye Yuhang's stubble and giggled.
Ye Yuhang smiled and agreed, carrying the three children as he walked step by step to the dining table.
He looked up at the woman who had been standing there watching him.
"My wife, I'm back."
Ye Yuhang's voice was gentle.
Looking at Li Lizhi's face, which was filled with love, he felt a pang of guilt.
"It's good that my husband is back."
Li Lizhi wiped away her tears and nodded heavily.
She stepped forward and gently tapped her three daughters on the head.
"Come down quickly, let your father eat."
Li Lizhi pretended to be serious.
Her cheeks were slightly flushed, making her look exceptionally beautiful in the candlelight.
The three sisters reluctantly climbed off Ye Yuhang.
They sat back down, but their eyes remained fixed on their father.
Ye Yuhang's mind wandered, and he reached out to give Li Lizhi a hug.
His movements were somewhat clumsy, with a hint of ingratiation.
"Everyone's watching..."
Li Lizhi blushed and pushed him away.
She lowered her head shyly, her heart pounding.
The three sisters instinctively covered their eyes with their little hands.
"We didn't see anything!"
Their clear, youthful voices betrayed them.
Actually, they were all secretly observing through their fingers.
They covered their mouths and chuckled, filling the courtyard with a joyful atmosphere.
Li Lizhi was even more helpless and could only repeatedly urge everyone to start eating.
The family finally sat down together.
"Oh dear, why didn't you put salt in these two dishes?"
Ye Qingwan took a bite of the greens, and her little face scrunched up.
Li Lizhi was stunned for a moment, then quickly took a bite.
She was instantly embarrassed.
I was so focused on Ye Yuhang that I forgot the most important step.
"I'm sorry, Mother will go and cook it again right away."
Li Lizhi blushed as she stood up, picked up the plate, and headed towards the kitchen.
"It's alright."
Ye Yuhang grabbed her wrist.
He forcefully pulled Li Lizhi back to her seat, his eyes full of doting affection.
"Even the blandest food made by my wife smells delicious."
Ye Yuhang swallowed a mouthful of green vegetables, a satisfied look on his face.
This simple flavor is the true essence he risked his life to protect.
"Yes, when the whole family is together, everything tastes delicious!"
The three sisters echoed their sentiments.
They imitated their father, eating the unsalted food in large mouthfuls.
The family sat around the dining table, looking exceptionally peaceful.
Meanwhile, inside Qingyang City.
Li Shimin, along with the three dukes, has returned to the governor's mansion in Hezhou.
The people in the city have gradually returned, but a lingering sense of fear still permeates the streets.
"That felt great! That really felt great!"
As soon as Cheng Yaojin entered the room, he started shouting.
He gulped down a large bowl of cold tea, looking radiant.
"Those men from Liuyun Village are all heroes!"