Chapter 363: Good wine deserves good food (1)
A Blessed Daughter
Chapter 363: Good wine deserves good food (1)
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In recent days, she had been going out under the pretense of attending classes at Tianqin Courtyard.
Now that Master Wang Caiwei was indeed teaching at Tianqin Courtyard, Madam Yuan had even invited several young women from the Yuan family to attend the classes. Everything was exactly as Wei Ruo had previously explained to her family.
However, Wei Ruo herself had been skipping class more frequently than before. Master Wang Caiwei didn’t comment on this, only saying, “For some things, personal experience is more valuable than what textbooks can teach.”
Wei Mingting didn’t doubt Wei Ruo’s explanation. He went on to tell her, “In the past few days, a colleague from Xingshan County brought news. The people working the newly cultivated land in the south of the city are all safe. County Head Magistrate Qian has properly settled them. You can rest assured.”
The weather had gotten colder. Knowing that Wei Ruo cared about those hardworking and impoverished people, Wei Mingting made sure to pass along this message.
“Mm. I’m glad they’re okay. I hope they all stay safe,” Wei Ruo said, genuinely happy for the elderly and children among them.
Soon after, Wei Qingwan arrived as well.
Recently, she had resumed her studies, attending lessons at the Magistrate’s Residence. She left early each day and returned late, diligently pursuing her studies. In the past, she would only arrive home around mealtime, so today she was actually back earlier than usual.
Upon seeing Wei Mingting, Wei Qingwan lowered her head and greeted him softly, “Daughter greets Father. Father, you’ve worked hard these days.”
“For your father, it doesn’t feel hard at all. You needn’t worry, Wanwan,” Wei Mingting replied.
“Will Father be able to rest at home for a few days this time?” Wei Qingwan asked with concern.
“I’ll return to the camp after dinner tomorrow evening,” Wei Mingting said. He only had two days of leave and didn’t want to delay duties, so he would stay home for just one night.
Hearing this, Wei Qingwan looked at him with a heartache in her eyes.
Seeing his daughter’s concern, warmth filled Wei Mingting’s heart.
Wei Yilin arrived late, sweating all over.
“Father! Today I learned a new sword technique! Master said that once you’re on the battlefield, a saber is more useful than a sword. A sword is all flair—it’s not as fierce as a saber!”
Before Wei Mingting could ask about his recent training, Wei Yilin had already launched into an enthusiastic account of what he had been learning.
Wei Mingting was quite pleased. “Mm, your master is right. On the battlefield, a saber is indeed more effective than a sword. After dinner, let’s head to the courtyard— I’ll see if you’ve improved.”
“Alright!” Wei Yilin agreed confidently, full of confidence.
Not long after, Yun Shi arrived and asked Wei Ruo and the others to freshen up before returning for the meal — especially the mischievous Wei Yilin, who had spent the whole day training and was drenched in sweat.
This holiday, only five members of the family were home to celebrate together: Wei Mingting, Yun Shi, Wei Ruo, Wei Qingwan, and Wei Yilin. Wei Yichen and Wei Jinyi hadn’t returned home, so the previous suggestion from Yun Shi about separating tables by gender was dropped for the day.
Looking at Wei Mingting, Wei Ruo paused for a moment, then returned to Tingsong Courtyard and brought back a jar of wine.
“Father rarely gets to come home, so you should have a drink and relax.”
Wei Ruo knew her father loved wine, but never touched a drop in the military camp. Only when resting at home would he allow himself a small taste. But he was always so busy that, in truth, he hardly had any chances to enjoy it.
When he saw the wine jar Wei Ruo brought, a smile appeared on Wei Mingting’s face. “My dear Ruo’er knows me well.”
Now that Master Wang Caiwei was indeed teaching at Tianqin Courtyard, Madam Yuan had even invited several young women from the Yuan family to attend the classes. Everything was exactly as Wei Ruo had previously explained to her family.
However, Wei Ruo herself had been skipping class more frequently than before. Master Wang Caiwei didn’t comment on this, only saying, “For some things, personal experience is more valuable than what textbooks can teach.”
Wei Mingting didn’t doubt Wei Ruo’s explanation. He went on to tell her, “In the past few days, a colleague from Xingshan County brought news. The people working the newly cultivated land in the south of the city are all safe. County Head Magistrate Qian has properly settled them. You can rest assured.”
The weather had gotten colder. Knowing that Wei Ruo cared about those hardworking and impoverished people, Wei Mingting made sure to pass along this message.
“Mm. I’m glad they’re okay. I hope they all stay safe,” Wei Ruo said, genuinely happy for the elderly and children among them.
Soon after, Wei Qingwan arrived as well.
Recently, she had resumed her studies, attending lessons at the Magistrate’s Residence. She left early each day and returned late, diligently pursuing her studies. In the past, she would only arrive home around mealtime, so today she was actually back earlier than usual.
Upon seeing Wei Mingting, Wei Qingwan lowered her head and greeted him softly, “Daughter greets Father. Father, you’ve worked hard these days.”
“For your father, it doesn’t feel hard at all. You needn’t worry, Wanwan,” Wei Mingting replied.
“Will Father be able to rest at home for a few days this time?” Wei Qingwan asked with concern.
“I’ll return to the camp after dinner tomorrow evening,” Wei Mingting said. He only had two days of leave and didn’t want to delay duties, so he would stay home for just one night.
Hearing this, Wei Qingwan looked at him with a heartache in her eyes.
Seeing his daughter’s concern, warmth filled Wei Mingting’s heart.
Wei Yilin arrived late, sweating all over.
“Father! Today I learned a new sword technique! Master said that once you’re on the battlefield, a saber is more useful than a sword. A sword is all flair—it’s not as fierce as a saber!”
-Saber is a single-edged, curved weapon, used for slashing, which is easier to use in close combat and more practical for soldiers.
-Sword is a double-edged blade that emphasizes thrusting and precise technique, more refined and balanced.
Before Wei Mingting could ask about his recent training, Wei Yilin had already launched into an enthusiastic account of what he had been learning.
Wei Mingting was quite pleased. “Mm, your master is right. On the battlefield, a saber is indeed more effective than a sword. After dinner, let’s head to the courtyard— I’ll see if you’ve improved.”
“Alright!” Wei Yilin agreed confidently, full of confidence.
Not long after, Yun Shi arrived and asked Wei Ruo and the others to freshen up before returning for the meal — especially the mischievous Wei Yilin, who had spent the whole day training and was drenched in sweat.
This holiday, only five members of the family were home to celebrate together: Wei Mingting, Yun Shi, Wei Ruo, Wei Qingwan, and Wei Yilin. Wei Yichen and Wei Jinyi hadn’t returned home, so the previous suggestion from Yun Shi about separating tables by gender was dropped for the day.
Looking at Wei Mingting, Wei Ruo paused for a moment, then returned to Tingsong Courtyard and brought back a jar of wine.
“Father rarely gets to come home, so you should have a drink and relax.”
Wei Ruo knew her father loved wine, but never touched a drop in the military camp. Only when resting at home would he allow himself a small taste. But he was always so busy that, in truth, he hardly had any chances to enjoy it.
When he saw the wine jar Wei Ruo brought, a smile appeared on Wei Mingting’s face. “My dear Ruo’er knows me well.”
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