Why My Domineering Prince Regretted Filing for Divorce?-Chapter 828 - 622: I Still Have Something to Say to Him

As dusk approached, the heavy clouds overhead finally parted slightly, and a beam of golden light spread over Cangbai Mountain. The rainwater, not yet dry, reflected the setting sun and shone brightly, illuminating the foot of the mountain.

Thanks to this brightness, the camp was finally set up.

Soon after, the sky gradually turned dark, but campfires were lit throughout the camp once more. The smell of rich meat soup boiled in iron pots wafted through the cold, damp air, invigorating the weary and hungry soldiers nearby.

The firelight also illuminated Wo Xue’s fair and delicate face.

The cook filled the first bowl of hot soup and sent it to the Central Army Tent. The second bowl was handed to her standing nearby. This time, with Yu Wenye leading the troops, half of the soldiers were gathered from the battle of Fufeng. These men were clear about Shang Ruyi’s accomplishments in Fufeng, so even though the army was unaccustomed to the presence of women, they still showed great respect toward Princess Qin.

Along with that, they treated Wo Xue politely. Besides, this delicate and fragile-looking girl had been riding and climbing with them without a word despite being drenched, truly earning their admiration.

Several soldiers laughed and said, "Quickly deliver it to the Princess. When the meals are ready, we’ll call you."

Wo Xue nodded, "Thank you."

She then carried the hot soup through a few tents, finally reaching the tent beside the Central Army Tent, lifting the flap to see Shang Ruyi sitting on a blanket, lost in thought staring at a candle flame.

Wo Xue immediately said, "Princess, the soup is ready. Drink some to warm up."

Shang Ruyi seemed to be returning to her senses, turned to her with a smile that was somewhat forced.

When Wo Xue handed the soup bowl to her, she just took it and asked, "Has food been delivered to Prince Qin?"

Wo Xue smiled, "Of course, the first bowl was sent to Prince Qin."

Only then did Shang Ruyi nod, lifting the bowl to take a sip. The hot steam warmed her body, and the blood that was nearly frozen began to flow, the pallor of her face receding, soon replaced by a warm blush.

With her body warmed by the hot soup, she felt significantly more comfortable.

Soon after, the meal was served, just a plate of white-cut meat, apparently sliced from the meat boiled for soup, and a bowl of greens. Wo Xue, though not very particular, glanced at Shang Ruyi and quietly said, "I hope the Princess doesn’t mind."

Shang Ruyi smiled, "Why would I mind?"

She was not particularly indulgent and, moreover, everything was simplified during the march. Yu Wenye would not allow another person like Kou Junliang to appear in his army.

So she invited Wo Xue to sit and eat with her, but when she picked up the bowl, she asked again, "Has food been delivered to Prince Qin?"

Wo Xue replied, "I saw someone delivering meals to the Central Army Tent just now."

Shang Ruyi nodded, "That’s good."

Wo Xue excused herself and sat by the side, glancing at Shang Ruyi. Quietly, she said, "Princess cares so much for Prince Qin, why not go see him? Actually, dining together is fine."

Shang Ruyi glanced at her without a word.

Although she understood that in the camp, Yu Wenye naturally had to stay separate from her because deputies and soldiers constantly came and went in the Central Army Tent to report news and discuss military plans, making it inconvenient for her to stay there, dining together was indeed possible.

But...

She herself could feel Yu Wenye’s deliberate distancing, so eating separately was best.

However, it was not too late, and shortly Yu Wenye would likely gather people to discuss military strategy. As someone approved by His Majesty the Emperor to participate, she could also listen in.

So she just smiled, "Let’s eat first, we’ll talk after."

"...Oh."

Wo Xue could see that her smile was a bit forced but dared not say more. Despite accompanying Princess Qin in life and death, some overly intimate words were not suitable to say given her status, unlike Tushere.

So she quietly finished the meal with Shang Ruyi. Once the dishes were cleared away, Shang Ruyi tidied her clothes and exited the tent.

As she looked up, she saw a few people entering the Central Army Tent.