His entire family perished in battle; he rose from the ashes to conquer the world.

Mu Yuan didn't react for a moment, and asked blankly, "What is it?"

Lin Xueshang said with a smile:

"Of course it's because my sister-in-law is angry!"

Upon hearing this, Mu Yuan immediately felt a headache coming on.

These days, Qin Hongxiu has been deliberately avoiding Mu Yuan. Even on the way back, she rode in a separate carriage, unwilling to share a carriage with Mu Yuan.

This clearly shows that Qin Hongxiu's resentment towards Mu Yuan was extraordinary.

Mu Yuan didn't want to risk trouble at this time, so when Lin Xueshang brought it up, he showed a pained expression.

Lin Xueshang noticed that Mu Yuan was somewhat resistant and said:

"Actually, your sister-in-law isn't an unreasonable person. Ever since you took over the Xifu Army, she's always been by your side. Now that she's angry with you, you should find a way to appease her."

After thinking it over carefully, Mu Yuan sighed and said, "I'll give it a try!"

They took a break while the carriage stopped.

Mu Yuan arrived at the carriage where Qin Hongxiu was riding. He originally wanted to stand outside and chat with Qin Hongxiu, but there were other outsiders present in the procession.

Afraid of being overheard by outsiders, Mu Yuan jumped onto the carriage and crawled inside.

Mu Yuan suddenly burst in. Qin Hongxiu was slightly taken aback, then said sternly, "What are you doing up here? Get down!"

However, when Qin Hongxiu tried to shoo him away, Mu Yuan simply sat down to the side, neither speaking nor showing any intention of leaving.

Seeing his attitude, Qin Hongxiu felt a mix of emotions. Since he wasn't going to say anything, she decided to ignore him.

The two stared at each other, and the atmosphere became tense.

Even the carriages started moving again.

Neither of them spoke first to break the silence.

In the end, Mu Yuan spoke first:

"Are you still angry?"

Qin Hongxiu rolled her eyes at Mu Yuan, as if she were looking at an idiot.

Clearly, when it comes to how to win a woman's heart, Mu Yuan is no different from a complete novice.

Seeing that Mu Yuan was really bad at coaxing people, Qin Hongxiu was both angry and anxious. She was indeed very angry when she caught Mu Yuan and Su Su hugging and kissing.

But after learning that Susu was from Black Cloud Village.

Qin Hongxiu realized she had misunderstood Mu Yuan, and felt relieved.

As for why she was still angry, it was all because after she took the initiative to express her feelings, when she asked Mu Yuan to give his opinion, Mu Yuan was ambiguous.

This is why Qin Hongxiu is still angry.

As a widow, it took a lot of courage and determination for her to take the initiative to express her feelings.

I just want the same response.

Even if Mu Yuan rejects her, at least she'll have an answer.

But Mu Yuan neither refused nor expressed his feelings, which made Qin Hongxiu angry.

Unable to tolerate Mu Yuan's awkwardness any longer, Qin Hongxiu finally took the initiative and asked, "So, what exactly is your attitude towards me?"

Seeing that she had brought up the old matter again, Mu Yuan didn't know how to answer for a moment.

At first, Mu Yuan was extremely excited to be able to take in seven widows at once and expand his harem, but that was all based on the fact that he was the heir of the Mu family.

The situation is completely different now.

He was the only male member of the Mu family, facing internal and external troubles. If he were to focus on matters of the heart, it would undoubtedly allow the enemy to slip in with a false sense of security.

Mu Yuan's true idea was that things would fall into place naturally.

Instead of expressing their feelings now.

"You may leave!"

Mu Yuan remained silent for a long time, showing no attitude whatsoever, which made Qin Hongxiu even angrier. She directly told Mu Yuan to get out of the carriage and refused to share a carriage with him.

Faced with Qin Hongxiu's attempt to drive him away, Mu Yuan felt conflicted. He sighed deeply and said:

"You are very important to me!"

"Anything else?" A glint flashed in Qin Hongxiu's eyes, but her face remained cold and aloof.

Mu Yuan racked his brains and continued, "I hope you can stay by my side in the days to come."

Qin Hongxiu frowned. Mu Yuan's words sounded strange no matter how she listened to them. They didn't seem like he was expressing his feelings at all, but rather like he was just going through the motions.

Since Mu Yuan took over the Western Army, she has been by his side, playing an important role.

Sensing the complete lack of emotion in Mu Yuan's words, Qin Hongxiu could no longer bear it and angrily said:

"I don't want to hear you talk anymore, get out of the car!"

Mu Yuan had never seen Qin Hongxiu so out of control, and he couldn't help but wonder if he had really gone too far. All Qin Hongxiu wanted was an attitude, but he had been making excuses.

Thinking of this, Mu Yuan mustered his courage and took Qin Hongxiu's hand.

Qin Hongxiu instinctively tried to shake him off.

Mu Yuan tightened his grip on Qin Hongxiu's hand and said:

"The Mu family is currently facing internal and external difficulties. Once these are resolved, I will definitely give you a satisfactory answer. If you insist on me making a statement, my actions now are the best proof."

Seeing Mu Yuan holding her hand tightly, Qin Hongxiu understood Mu Yuan's intentions. Some things don't necessarily need to be said; actions can prove them just as well.

Qin Hongxiu lowered her head, tears streaming down her cheeks and dripping onto Mu Yuan's hand.

Upon noticing the teardrops on the back of her hand, Mu Yuan felt a pang of heartache. He got up, sat down beside her, and embraced her.

After a day of travel.

Finally, after nightfall, they arrived at the Xifu Army's garrison.

Upon learning of Mu Yuan's return, the soldiers rushed to the barracks where he was stationed, eager to see him.

"The commander-in-chief must be exhausted from his journey, so please don't disturb him. Let him get some rest tonight, and you'll see him tomorrow!"

Yang Daye kept the soldiers outside.

Yang Daye could understand the feelings of the soldiers who wanted to see Mu Yuan.

The events in Diancheng had already left Mu Yuan physically and mentally exhausted. Coupled with the bumpy journey back, he knew his body wouldn't be able to handle meeting the soldiers.

The soldiers left dejectedly after learning that Mu Yuan had already rested.

The next day.

Mu Yuan got up very early.

After a good night's sleep, Mu Yuan is now full of energy.

Qin Hongxiu, dressed in heavy armor, arrived at Mu Yuan's place early and thoughtfully brought him steamed buns and mantou.

Although Qin Hongxiu would bring steamed buns and mantou for Mu Yuan in the past, there was no romantic feeling involved. But now it's completely different. A hint of shyness appeared on Qin Hongxiu's face as she handed the steamed buns and mantou to Mu Yuan.

Mu Yuan looked around and, finding no one nearby, secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He quickly took the steamed buns from Qin Hongxiu's hands and reminded her:

"Don't send them anymore."

Upon hearing this, Qin Hongxiu was taken aback, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes, and asked in confusion:

Why?

Mu Yuan explained, "If outsiders see you looking so shy, it won't look good."

"Yes, yes, I won't see you off anymore, so as not to damage the image of our Western Army Commander." Qin Hongxiu was not angry at all, but readily agreed, and even teased Mu Yuan on purpose.

As the two were talking.

A familiar voice rang out:

"When did you two become so close?"

Following the sound, they saw Lin Xueshang walking towards Mu Yuan, with...