Thrown out of the house, the wet nurse enters the noble household and becomes a person of high statu

The men each presented their own version of events, citing classical texts and historical records.

They debated everything from the Book of Songs to the Chu Ci, from allegory to phonetics, their voices growing louder, startling the baby on the bed who frowned and looked on the verge of crying.

Liu Wenying gently patted the baby, looked up at everyone, and said helplessly, "Please keep your voices down, the baby just fell asleep, and you're all making noise."

The group fell silent, glaring at each other, none of them willing to concede to the other.

Pei Yaojun thought Xiao Yiheng's choice of name was too sour, while Xiao Yiheng thought Pei Yaojun was too martial.

Pei Zeyu criticized Xue Bi's ideas as too abstract, while Xue Bi thought Pei Zeyu's ideas were too simplistic.

In short, nothing else's is good, only your own is the best.

Pei Dingxuan rubbed his temples and suddenly said, "This kind of arguing will not lead to anything, and it will only disturb Wenying and the child's rest."

He looked at Liu Wenying and said gently, "Why don't we each go back and think of a few names, write them down on paper and give them to you for you to decide?"

Xiao Yiheng nodded: "Alright."

Pei Zeyu nodded, "It's time for Mother to make the choice."

Xue Bihe wrote back: "I will go back and look through the classics again."

Pei Yaojun snorted and did not object.

The suggestion was finally accepted by everyone, and they all left.

Lu Ye, who had been silent all along, walked at the back. When he looked back, Pei Yaojun caught him red-handed.

Pei Yaojun already harbored resentment towards Lu Ye, feeling that this Northern Barbarian with mixed bloodlines had impure intentions.

Seeing him dawdle and fall behind, it's clear he has ulterior motives.

"What are you doing here? Aren't you coming out?"

Liu Wenying also saw Lu Ye clearly, and it seemed he had something to say to her.

"Third Master, please let him stay. Perhaps there's something he needs to do."

"What could it be? I'm afraid he has ulterior motives towards you."

Liu Wenying chuckled, "Third Master, don't overthink it."

But Pei Yaojun still refused to leave, so Liu Wenying softened her voice, "Please, Third Master, okay?"

She rarely acts coquettishly, but Pei Yaojun is always drawn to her charm.

"Alright."

Pei Yaojun reluctantly agreed and went out.

Inside the room, only Lu Ye, Liu Wenying, and the child sleeping in the rocking crib beside the bed remained.

"Brother Lu, is there anything you want to say?"

Lu Ye stood three steps away from the bed and suddenly felt like he didn't know what to do with his hands and feet.

Liu Wenying was inevitably weak after giving birth, and her complexion was a pale porcelain white, but it did not diminish the beauty in her eyes and brows.

Her long, delicate eyelashes drooped slightly, concealing the weariness in her eyes.

Her nose was small and delicate, and her lips had lost their usual rosy red, replaced by a touch of pale pink.

Her dark hair, all gathered over her left shoulder, made her appear even more delicate and fragile.

Lu Ye had to hold his breath and be careful not to hurt her with his clumsy hands and feet.

The more he acted this way, the more Liu Wenying looked at him with clear, curious eyes, like a fawn in the forest.

Lu Ye swallowed hard, took something out of his pocket, held it in his palm, but hesitated to hand it over.

"I... haven't read many books, and I don't know how to name myself, but this is the tooth of the first wolf I hunted when I was a boy."

Grandma said that if a wolf's tooth is made into a pendant, it can protect the child and make them brave and strong.

Lu Ye spoke haltingly, a blush of embarrassment spreading across his honey-colored face.

Fearing she might be disgusted, he added, "I washed it very clean, it's not dirty."

Liu Wenying took the wolf tooth pendant. The tip of the tooth was polished smooth while remaining in its original shape, and a hole was drilled at the root of the tooth, where a red string was tied.

The red rope was also carefully made; although it was woven crookedly, each knot was tied meticulously.

She could picture Lu Ye, by the candlelight, twisting the thin rope between his fingers, trying again and again.

"Did you make this yourself?" Liu Wenying wanted to confirm.

Lu Ye hesitated, "Well, the rope isn't tied very well. If you don't like it, I'll make another one."

How could I not like it? It's a small gift but carries great meaning, and besides, this gift is anything but light, containing the giver's heartfelt sentiments.

"Lu Ye, come here."

Liu Wenying waved to him.

Upon hearing this, Lu Ye slowly stepped forward, slightly bending down his tall body. His well-proportioned muscles and strong chest muscles were faintly visible through his open collar.

Before he could react, Liu Wenying tilted her head slightly and placed her soft lips on his cheek.

Lu Ye froze like a stone statue that had been struck by acupuncture.

Her face flushed instantly, and her heart pounded like a drum.

My ears and brain were buzzing, like a million bees were flying around.

"I really like it, and I'm sure the child will like it too. Also, thank you for carrying me down from the carriage last time."

Lu Ye stared blankly at her, feeling as if the aroma of medicine in the room had turned into a cloying sweetness, making him dizzy.

Finally, when Lu Ye left, he stepped out with his hands and feet moving in unison, almost tripping over the threshold.

Liu Wenying couldn't help but laugh out loud. The child was startled, frowned, smacked his lips, and went back to sleep.

Liu Wenying lowered her head, kissed him, and placed the wolf tooth pendant beside the swaddling clothes.

It's not good to hang things on a young child, lest they get tangled.

I'm thinking that I'll definitely put it on him when he's a bit older.

The next day, Granny Tian brought in breakfast and reported the meal.

"Master, the young masters have all sent over the names they've chosen. Please take a look and see which one you prefer?"

Originally, the task of delivering things was not supposed to fall to Granny Tian; all of them were vying to do it.

But Pei Dingxuan said that if so many people went in, it would inevitably disturb Liu Wenying, so why not choose one person?

The person ultimately chosen was Granny Tian, ​​who delivered breakfast.

After finishing her breakfast, Liu Wenying picked up the paper and looked at it.

The Xuan paper was filled with neatly written characters, and was covered with names chosen by many people.

An, Xiao, Jing, Cheng, Nian... and a few other names added.

Each one harbors a wealth of expectations, whether it be for peace, ambition, or warmth.

The morning light outside the window was just right; the clouds had dispersed, and the distant mountains and rivers were faintly visible, clear and bright.

Suddenly, Liu Wenying had a flash of inspiration, "Why not call him Jichuan, Liu Jichuan?"

I only wish that the clouds would fall, the rain would stop, and the mountains and rivers would be clear and bright.

May the child's life be free from storms and turmoil, and may he see clear skies and bright rivers.

May this chaotic world eventually see the clouds disperse and the seas and rivers return to calm.

After Liu Wenying finished speaking, she touched the child's face with her finger. The child seemed to understand and smiled broadly.

Liu Wenying smiled and lowered her head to kiss his forehead.

Jichuan, her Jichuan.

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