TFWYH – Chapter 600 Do you want to rebel?

Before Jiang Shi could speak, Ling Yue quickly said, “When we moved, we brought some cooking utensils and ingredients with us. I’ll go make some braised pork, cook a pot of potato rice, and stir-fry a couple of simple dishes. Let’s just have a simple meal—how about that?”

Li Dashan immediately chimed in, “Oh man, hearing Yue’er say that just made me even hungrier.”

As he spoke, his stomach growled right on cue, making everyone burst into laughter.

After teasing the two of them a bit, Ling Yue hurried off to prepare the meal.

Though the grand residence didn’t have many people yet, it gradually grew lively.

Even the simple dishes at the table couldn’t hide the family’s cheerful atmosphere.

Before long, Ling Yu returned as well.

When Ling Sheng and Li Dashan saw him, their expressions turned slightly odd for a moment, but they quickly returned to normal and greeted him with smiles.

Ling Yu showed no surprise at all upon seeing them. He chatted with them casually and even shared a few drinks.

After the meal, Jiang Shi took Tang Wan and Ling Yue to clean up, leaving the three men alone. Only then did Ling Sheng and Li Dashan start to feel uneasy.

Ling Yu raised an eyebrow slightly. “What’s wrong? Not enjoying life in the army?”

“No, no!” Ling Sheng quickly shook his head, then said worriedly, “Ling Yu, what exactly are you planning? Why did Yan Cheng tell us that you want the Black Scale Cavalry?”

Li Dashan nodded as well. “Yeah, Yan Cheng has been secretly meeting with us lately, teaching us martial arts. He also mentioned that you want the Black Scale Cavalry. What do you want it for? Even if the emperor reclaims military authority, it wouldn’t be your turn to take over, right?”

What was the Black Scale Cavalry?

It was the most elite force in the empire—each soldier capable of fighting ten enemies alone.

Even if Huangfu Yi stepped down, it still wouldn’t fall into Ling Yu’s hands!

Ling Yu smiled faintly. “You don’t need to ask about the rest. Just perform well in the army and help me win over people’s hearts.”

The two of them: …

How could they not ask?

Don’t tell us you’re planning a rebellion?!

“Enough,” Ling Yu said before they could think further. “Since we’ve finished eating, you should head back early. I can’t tell you everything, but I can assure you of one thing—I’m not planning a rebellion. What you’re worried about will not happen.”

Ling Sheng frowned. “Really? You promise?”

Ling Yu nodded. “Of course. His Majesty governs with benevolence, and the Second Prince is also a man of great virtue. The people live in peace and prosperity, and the empire is flourishing. What reason would I have to rebel?”

That was reassuring.

Only then did the two of them relax.

“In that case, military discipline is strict, so we’ll take our leave for now. We’ll come visit often.”

“Mm. This is your home—come anytime.”

After a brief farewell, Ling Sheng and Li Dashan departed.

By the time Jiang Shi finished tidying up and came out, the two of them were already gone.

Jiang Shi sighed helplessly. “Oh dear… your aunt and Sister Yang asked me to give Shengzi and Dashan some banknotes, and I completely forgot.”

Ling Yue smiled. “It’s fine, Mother. They know where we live—they’ll come again. You can give it to them then.”

“That’s the only way…” Jiang Shi sighed again and went back to her tasks.

Having just moved, there was plenty to organize and many things still needed to be purchased.

She needed to take stock while it was still daylight and make a list.

Ling Yue understood and immediately followed her to help.

Once the mother and daughter left, Tang Wan walked over, watching their retreating figures before speaking thoughtfully:

“I think we should hire a few servants.”