This time, the people in the general's mansion took turns traveling with the young lady. This matter, Zhuang Kang already knew from Shuang Zihua that she would let them decide for themselves. So he didn't think much of anything. At least there was still someone to take care of this place for him. Including the head butler who sent the deputy butler to manage the affairs of the He Province on his behalf. Personally, the head steward will go take care of trade and help the people of Zhuang Kang's tribe for a few years before returning to take care of affairs in the He Province as before.
The big butler's family also traveled. They didn't want to be separated for many years so they asked to come along. Zhuang Kang allowed them to travel as well. He definitely doesn't intend to disrupt the family living together. Even he didn't want to be separated from his wife and son either. And how dare he stop his people?
This time the convoy had almost twice as many people as the previous ones. But even though there were many people, the journey was not difficult at all. Because Shuang Zihua asked for everyone to travel normally and not rush. She wanted everyone to not be tired from the journey so she had them do this. And at every meal, she would control the food she ate by herself. So that everyone's health will be strong until the Xiongnu clan arrives. Until Zhuang Kang's convoy stopped to drop off people at the border town. They traveled for nearly five months. After leaving the border city, it took another nearly three months to reach his palace in the Xiongnu Clan.
Grand Uncle and his relatives had received news earlier that they would be arriving today. Everyone came out in front of the clan entrance to greet them in droves. The people in the tribe who wanted to meet the Prince's wife, who had not come last time, also gathered together to wait and see the charisma of their clan leader.
Zhuang Kang's carriage arrived in front of the gate and stopped before Zhuang Kang supported his wife and son and followed behind to pay respects to Zhuang Kang's remaining elders. Shuang Zihua, who had always had good manners, respectfully paid respects to her husband's elders. Zhuang Kang's aunts hurriedly gathered to support Shuang Zihua in shock. They didn't think that their grandson would really have such a beautiful and well-behaved granddaughter-in-law.
" Hi! You are the royal wife. Why do you bow your head to us who are just ordinary people, granddaughter-in-law? " Grand Auntie-in-law said not very seriously.
" Even though my position is that of the Queen's wife. But I still consider myself just one of your granddaughters-in-law. Please don't be disgusted by my heartfelt homage. "
Shuang Zihua explained her thoughts to everyone. She didn't like many formalities either. And even though her position was large But she was still considered a child to her husband's relatives in front of her.
The people in the surrounding tribes heard her words and admired her in their hearts. Their Prince was truly fortunate to have such a good wife. If it were any other woman, she would have held her head high as a royal consort at them long ago. It wasn't that they didn't know the habits of the people in the He Province. They just didn't think that the Prince's wife, who was from the He Province, would really not hold herself like this.
Zhuang Kang saw that they had been staying here for quite some time. So he invited everyone to return to the palace to rest first. Tonight, a banquet will be held in the central courtyard to celebrate the alliance with the He Country. Plus they still have a lot of work to do tomorrow. Tonight's event is therefore just a simple meal with the tribe. Shuang Zihua that the husband had told earlier She also prepared for her people to help cook food that the people in the tribe could eat as well. Including all kinds of sweets that she is good at. She would also make as much as possible for everyone to eat after the meal.
After their people had packed up their things and put them into the palace. Shuang Zihua and Zhuang Kang, who had been resting for almost an hour, came out to take care of the banquet in the central courtyard. Shuang Zhizhi also brought many strange inventions, including paper lanterns that he had bought and had people help them hang them up at night.
Shuang Zihua saw the outdoor kitchen where the tribe members were cooking. So she called her men to bring more stoves to make dessert with them. The regular cooks who often cooked together at outdoor banquets were surprised to see that the Prince's wife looked quite familiar with cooking. Shuang Zihua's servant then explained to them that the princess was very good at cooking and desserts. Wait for them to taste it and they will be hooked.
The people in the tribe still didn't believe much in the words of the Prince's men. They wait to taste it before they can tell if it's true or not. It's good that they don't have the habit of gossiping about each other from time immemorial. So they continued to cook as usual. Shuang Zihua himself didn't say much. She worked together with her people to prepare so many desserts that she had no time to care about who looked at her or what they said about her. Her duty now was to make sure there were enough snacks for everyone. Including the part of her husband and son who often compete with each other even though there is a lot of snacks. They told her that competing for food was more delicious than eating whoever was eating it. Shuang Zihua could only watch as the father and son played with each other like crazy.
When the sun goes down The lights in the large bonfire in the middle of the courtyard were lit. The lanterns that Shuang Zhizhi had previously placed around the plaza were lit as well. It made the atmosphere at the event a little more lively. General Ye was the one who opened the banquet to welcome the Duke in place of the elderly Patriarch.
After the party started and everyone started to eat food together. They were quite surprised at the taste of the food and desserts that the Prince's wife and her men had prepared together. They remembered what the Prince Consort's people said that she was good at cooking and desserts. They have proved to be true what they boasted about. The cooks of the tribe, who liked the taste of the princess's food, asked the prince for permission to talk with the princess.
Zhuang Kang saw that they probably had something to ask his wife. So he nodded, allowing him to speak. It wasn't until after listening to the ending that they realized that they wanted Shuang Zihua to teach them how to make food and snacks. Shuang Zihua turned to look at her husband with a smile. She promised everyone in the tribe that she would teach her without hiding anything. If anyone wanted to learn from her, they could come to the palace at any time. She welcomes everyone. Or you can have her teach in the outdoor courtyard every morning as well.
When the people in the clan acknowledged that His Royal Highness Princess really didn't mind teaching them, they allowed Her Royal Highness to choose the place and time at her convenience. Because they liked cooking, they rarely left the tribe to hunt like other people, but usually stayed to prepare food and wait.