I traveled back to the Qin Dynasty, and the First Emperor begged me to become his empress.

Chapter 264 Changes in Chen Ping's Family

After careful consideration, Ying Wuyou decided not to keep Chen Ping's family in the bustling city of Xianyang, but instead arranged for them to stay in a quiet and peaceful estate. She knew that such an environment was more suitable for their lifestyle. After all, Chen Ping's parents and elder brother came from a peasant family and had long been engaged in farming; working the land on the estate would make them feel at ease and content.

When Ying Wuyou arrived at the estate, Chen Ping's family was enjoying lunch around the table. The food on the table had all been delivered by someone Ying Wuyou had specially sent: several bowls of fragrant millet porridge, accompanied by a few refreshing side dishes. The family sat together happily, each face beaming with contentment, eating with gusto, and bursts of cheerful laughter frequently echoing through the air. The warm and harmonious atmosphere was truly enviable.

However, when they noticed Ying Wuyou's arrival, the previously relaxed and pleasant atmosphere instantly froze. The family members put down their bowls and chopsticks, stopped eating, and each of them appeared somewhat uneasy and cautious. Faced with their sudden restraint, Ying Wuyou quickly smiled and reassured them, "You don't need to be so nervous. Just continue eating in peace. I came here simply to see if you're used to living here."

Despite Ying Wuyou's earnest words, no one present dared to make a move. Finally, it was Chen's father who broke the silence first, respectfully replying, "Your Highness's kindness is beyond our ability to repay. Everything is fine here, please rest assured, Your Highness."

Ying Wuyou nodded slightly to show her satisfaction, and then asked with concern, "I heard from the imperial physician that your health was fine and you only needed to rest and recuperate. I wonder how your recovery is going now?"

Mr. Chen hurriedly replied, "Thanks to Your Highness's concern and your blessing, my legs have improved a lot and I can now walk on the ground. As for my wife, she is much better too."

Ying Wuyou smiled and then asked with concern, "That's wonderful. I wonder if your family is getting used to living on this estate?"

Mr. Chen quickly replied, "Yes, yes, the people here are very friendly and kind, and they treat us very well."

Hearing this, Ying Wuyou's smile widened, and then she asked curiously, "Has Uncle Chen already gone to school?"

Uncle Chen nodded excitedly and replied, "Yes! Everything at school is so much fun!"

Seeing Chen Bo's energetic and joyful appearance, Ying Wuyou couldn't help but be infected and smiled as well. She turned to Chen Ping and asked softly, "And what about you, Chen Ping?"

Chen Ping looked up, met Ying Wuyou's gaze, and smiled brightly, replying, "I went too."

Ying Wuyou leaned down slightly, gazing at Chen Ping's youthful face, and asked with concern, "Can you understand the teacher's lessons?"

Young Chen Ping blinked his bright eyes and answered earnestly, "When I don't understand something, I study with my brother."

Ying Wuyou nodded in satisfaction and encouraged them, "That's great! You two should study hard." Chen Bo and Chen Ping nodded vigorously in unison.

Ying Wuyou's gaze fell on Chen's father. Although he still walked with a slight limp, his smiling face was full of energy, as if he were radiating new life. Looking at Chen's mother, her once sunken eyes were no longer tired; instead, they were bright and spirited, and her expression was relaxed and joyful.

And what about Uncle Chen? His patched, shabby clothes were long gone; now he wore a brand-new outfit and looked exceptionally neat and tidy. Moreover, Uncle Chen was no longer the wary person he had been when he first arrived; he was becoming more and more like a real child.

Of all the family members, Chen Ping had undoubtedly changed the most. When they first arrived at the village, little Chen Ping was practically skin and bones. His body was so thin it seemed a gust of wind could knock him over; he walked unsteadily, making one worry he might fall at any moment. His large, bright black eyes were extremely lively and intelligent, but unfortunately, his tattered clothes were not only clearly too big and ill-fitting, but also looked extremely worn, as if they had weathered countless years. Especially in the cold weather, Chen Ping's nose would always run from the cold, and his pitiful appearance was truly heartbreaking.

However, after only half a month of recuperation, Chen Ping was completely transformed! His once thin face had gradually gained some weight, becoming round and adorable; his gait was much more steady, with powerful and confident strides. More importantly, Chen Ping finally wore clothes that fit him well, no longer hanging loosely on his body as before. In addition, Ying Wuyou specially prepared a sweater for him made of soft and warm wool, so that the little guy could feel endless warmth and care in the winter.

Witnessing such a remarkable change in this family, Ying Wuyou was filled with joy and satisfaction. Over these days, she had personally witnessed the Chen family gradually move from initial hardship and difficulty to stability and happiness. This change was not only reflected in the improvement of their material lives, but also in the tremendous transformation of each person's spirit. Seeing the Chen family getting better and better, Ying Wuyou felt that all her efforts had been worthwhile.

At this moment, Ying Wuyou straightened up and said gently, "Then you can continue to enjoy your meal. I came here today mainly to see if you are getting used to living here. If you encounter any problems, remember to tell Uncle Liu and the others." After saying that, she prepared to turn around and leave.

Seeing this, Mr. and Mrs. Chen quickly stood up and earnestly tried to persuade Ying Wuyou to stay and have dinner with them. However, Ying Wuyou smiled and shook her head, politely declining, "Thank you for your kindness, but I do have other matters to attend to, so I must take my leave." Despite Mr. and Mrs. Chen's insistence, Ying Wuyou resolutely left.

Only after Ying Wuyou's figure gradually disappeared from sight did Chen's father say with deep emotion, "This princess is truly a kind-hearted person." Chen's mother, standing beside him, nodded repeatedly, her eyes filled with gratitude.

Standing to the side, Uncle Chen quickly nodded in agreement, saying, "Yes! I will definitely study harder in the future, and when I grow up, I will repay the princess for her great kindness to our family!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Ping's small figure quickly came over, clenched his pink little fists tightly, and shouted with a determined look, "That's right! I also want to study hard like my big brother, grow up quickly, and then repay the princess." After saying that, he blinked his bright and clear eyes.

Hearing the sincere and endearing words of the elderly woman and the young child, Chen's mother couldn't help but smile with relief and tenderness, gently patting their heads in approval. Afterwards, the family was once again immersed in relaxed and joyful laughter, enjoying the delicious meal while chatting about the little things in life and their bright hopes for the future. The whole scene was filled with a warm and harmonious atmosphere, allowing everyone to feel the deep affection and love between family members.