Parents are busy farming

However, Zhang Gaoyi didn't care about other people's behavior. As soon as the court was over, he couldn't wait to go straight to the princess's mansion.

When he arrived at the princess's mansion, Ye Zifen had already gotten up and was in the backyard, so it was not convenient for him to go over.

At this moment, she was playing with Ye Zifei's little daughter.

The little girl called "Fifth Auntie" again and again in her childish voice, which made people's hearts melt.

This is completely different from Zhang Chengye when he was a child. The little guy back then always acted like a little adult, while this little girl is so delicate and cute that people are reluctant to make her feel unhappy in the slightest.

The little girl is very sweet-talking and always praises Ye Zifen for her pretty looks, which makes Ye Zifen very happy.

When Ye Zifen is in a good mood, she will frequently go in and out of the kitchen to prepare various delicious foods for the little girl.

The little girl loved it very much, but Ye Zifen didn't dare let her eat too much.

Afterwards, Ye Zifen walked into her own yard again, looking for jewelry suitable for the little girl. She tried them on her one by one and gave them to her whenever she felt they were suitable.

I have to say, the little girl really made a profit this time.

Some of them were given to Ye Zifen by the Hong family, some were given by Wang Hong, some were collected by Ye Zifen over the years, and some were beautiful jewels brought from overseas.

Ye Zifei, who was standing by, was so angry that her teeth almost fell out.

The other sisters looked at them with smiles on their faces. Ye Zifang smiled and said to Ye Ziwei, "Sixth sister, you must give birth to a daughter as soon as possible after you get married. Fifth sister likes this kind of soft and cute little girl the most!"

Ye Ziwei just watched with a smile and didn't respond.

Ye Yongwang was also very happy watching from the side.

He has many daughters and has the deepest feelings for them, so he is particularly fond of his granddaughters.

Ye Zifen was having a lot of fun playing with her little niece in her arms, until a little girl came running over to tell her that Zhang Gaoyi had already left the court and was waiting for her out front.

She reluctantly returned her niece to Ye Zifei and gently discussed with her: "Fifth Aunt has something to do. She will play with mother and other aunts first. Can she come to see you after Fifth Aunt is done?"

The little girl nodded obediently, "Okay! Fifth Aunt, don't forget it!"

Ye Zifen smiled and nodded, "Nannan is so cute, how could Fifth Aunt forget her!"

However, just as Ye Zifen finished her words, Aunt Qi came in with Wang Tingfeng and Wang Hongshi.

Wang Hong began to ask from a distance: "Nannan, do you miss your grandmother?"

The little girl immediately answered happily, "Yes!"

Ye Zifen looked at this scene and couldn't help but laugh and joked, "It's different now that I have a granddaughter. I used to be my aunt's darling, but now my position is being replaced."

Wang Hong hurried forward and grabbed Ye Zifen, carefully looking around, and then said distressedly: "Who dares to replace you? You are my aunt's biological daughter! But you are such a heartless little thing, making my aunt worry all day long."

Ye Zifen quickly hugged Wang Hong's shoulders and whispered to comfort her: "Aunt, why did you come here suddenly? I was planning to visit you and uncle today!"

Wang Hong leaned close to Ye Zifen's ear and whispered, "We guessed that you would come today, so we came specially to avoid seeing those unpleasant things and making you feel uncomfortable."

Ye Zifen lowered her voice and asked worriedly, "Did she bully you and your uncle?"

Wang Hong's voice became even quieter as she answered, "We are her parents-in-law after all. She still has some reservations and doesn't dare to be too presumptuous. But the servants in the courtyard are in trouble. It's really unlucky to have such a master..."

She only dared to say this to Ye Zifen. If it were anyone else, she would never reveal a word.

That's why she has always wanted a little cotton jacket.

Ye Zifen nodded to show her understanding, and then said firmly: "Aunt, I still have some things to deal with, please wait a moment. When I am done, I will chat with you. You and uncle can stay here today. As a niece, I should be filial to you. I am sure that person will not dare to say anything. If there is any problem, let her come to me."

Every time she faces the people she cares about the most, Ye Zifen finds it difficult to suppress the urge to protect them.

When Wang Hong heard this, she quickly said, "Okay, I won't leave today. You go and do your work. I'll accompany Nannan as well."

Ye Zifen finally walked towards the front yard. Zhang Gaoyi was standing in the pavilion yesterday waiting for her arrival.

And this time, she stepped forward without hesitation.

When Zhang Gaoyi saw Ye Zifen coming, he quickly picked up the empty cup beside him, then picked up the kettle from the small stove and filled a cup of brewed hot tea for Ye Zifen.

This way of drinking tea was a habit he developed in the military camp. He always felt uncomfortable when others poured tea for him.

So when he was at the princess's mansion, he specifically asked Madam Qi to prepare a small stove. Originally, this stove was used to boil medicine, but now it became his tool for making tea.

Ye Zifen sat steadily opposite Zhang Gaoyi, her expression unusually indifferent, even a little serious.

Although Zhang Gaoyi felt a little guilty, he still tried to appear calm.

After all, he had made a promise to her, but he had yet to fulfill it.

Ye Zifen said slowly: "The emperor intends to establish a navy and intends to let the Tiger Army be responsible for training soldiers."

Zhang Gaoyi nodded in agreement and replied, "The ministers in the court also have some speculations about this matter. They think that the emperor may wait another two years before implementing it."

Ye Zifen frowned slightly and said slowly, "If we could have waited another two or three years, Daxia would have had more opportunities to recover, but now the situation is different. The emperor's health is not as good as before, and I'm afraid he can't wait too long. He took the initiative to talk to me about building a navy, and it seems that he hopes that I can support the court to build a strong navy first."

Zhang Gaoyi's eyes flashed, and then he asked: "Does the emperor want you to help with money?"

Ye Zifen nodded and said solemnly, "Not only do you need me to provide financial support, but more importantly, I need to fully support the emperor's decision. I need to help with money, materials, and connections. In addition, the emperor also expressed his hope that he can grant us a marriage as soon as possible."

After hearing this, a hint of joy flashed across Zhang Gaoyi's face, but he soon realized that Ye Zifen was not happy.

Thinking of his parents who were in the General's Mansion, that trace of joy was quickly suppressed.

Seeing this, Ye Zifen knew exactly what Zhang Gaoyi was thinking, so she gently waved her hand, signaling him not to ask any more questions.