The Princess and Her Rough-Rider Khan-Chapter 655 - 653 You look good no matter what (First update)

Yelu Yan opened the carriage window with Li Xianyun’s permission.

The outside commotion poured in palpably.

As Li Xianyun gazed out the window, Yelu Yan watched her with a smile, as if he could never get enough of her.

Two light carriages and followers riding tall horses passed through the bustling streets, along smooth official roads, from noisy to peaceful meadows and mountains.

When the crowd thinned, Yelu Yan took Li Xianyun into his arms, embracing her as they both enjoyed the scenic vistas.

Occasionally, Li Xianyun would point out a beautiful view to Yelu Yan, and he would point out a felt tent halfway up the mountains to her.

The two of them chatted and laughed, wonderfully comfortable and relaxed.

Since the outing was purely for pleasure, both were quite relaxed.

"Xianxian, when you were in Houtang, did you go out in the springtime for outings?"

"Yes, I did."

Back then, following tradition, Li Xianyun had to join the royal ladies for these outings.

And these high-born ladies loved to stir up trouble during these outings.

Li Xianyun had to always be wary of other people’s schemes, which was very exhausting.

Even if the spring scenery was beautiful, how could she have peace of mind to enjoy it?

Now, however, it was completely different, no one was scheming against her, and she could enjoy the beautiful scenery with ease and comfort.

"The scenery in Houtang must be more beautiful than here," Yelu Yan said a bit wistfully.

Central Plains had clear mountains and beautiful waters, whereas Khitan was covered with grasslands and Gobi deserts.

For Yelu Yan, who had grown up on the grasslands, this was nothing new, but he thought that these monotonous landscapes might seem dull to Li Xianyun.

Li Xianyun probably really wanted to go back to Central Plains.

As soon as Yelu Yan finished speaking, Li Xianyun stretched out her arms, embraced Yelu Yan’s neck, and sweetly said, "No matter how beautiful the scenery, having to constantly watch out for intrigue takes all the enjoyment away. I rather prefer now; it’s very delightful."

Yelu Yan watched her with a smile.

This girl knew how to comfort someone.

Her words completely dispelled the shadows in his heart.

The carriage took a small path and turned around a mountain.

Li Xianyun then smelled a strong sweet fragrance.

She leaned out and saw a large swath of peach blossoms at the mountain’s foothills, their pink trunks looking like drifting clouds.

Beneath the trees, there were men and women walking together.

Such a scene was rare in the grasslands.

Li Xianyun’s smile spread across her face, "My dear, is this the place you wanted to bring me?"

"Do you like it?"

"I love it," Li Xianyun smiled demurely, looking towards the approaching peach grove.

Yelu Yan was so good to her, always thinking of ways to please her.

Yelu Yan watched Li Xianyun’s happy expression, his handsome eyebrows and eyes brimming with smiles.

He was naturally good-looking, his eyes particularly deep, and his eyelashes long; his tender gaze was intoxicating, making one want to indulge and never pull away.

When they arrived, Jinwu and Bater, dressed as followers, set up the horse stools and opened the carriage door.

Yelu Yan got down first from the carriage and then helped Li Xianyun down.

The pair immediately attracted quite a bit of attention.

Such a striking man and such a delicate woman were indeed rare.

Yelu Yan held Li Xianyun’s hand as they walked under the peach trees, overhead were branches laden with blossoms against a sky as smooth as damask silk.

A breeze passed, petals floated down from the branches, gathering together like a rain of peach blossoms.

Where there were many people, there were peddlers selling their wares.

There were those selling snacks, trinkets, handcrafted items, and more, a bit of everything.

A peddler selling hair ornaments came over.

"This gentleman, why not buy a hair ornament for your lady? It will look lovely on her."

Yelu Yan turned to look at Li Xianyun, his attractive thin lips curving into a smile, "Xianxian, pick one for yourself."

Li Xianyun had originally wanted to pick two, one for herself and one for Youlan.

But then she thought, buying hair ornaments is a task for a husband, so she let Jinwu have the chance.

Li Xianyun picked one.

Yelu Yan took it from her and lifted his hand to put it on Li Xianyun.

Li Xianyun smiled, "My lord, do you know how to wear it?"

"Why not try and find out?"

After it was on, Li Xianyun touched it and nodded in approval. "Does it look nice?"

"Beautiful, you always look beautiful," Yelu Yan replied with a smile.

He took Li Xianyun’s hand and continued walking forward, leaving someone else to pay the bill.

A few steps later, Li Xianyun glanced back and indeed saw Jinwu picking out hair ornaments with Youlan, causing her to smile to herself.

"What are you looking at?" Yelu Yan followed her gaze.

"Nothing, let’s go."

The spring sunlight was warm and gentle, not too harsh even at noon.

Yelu Yan found a secluded place and commanded the servants to lay a felt mat under a lush peach tree, where he and Li Xianyun sat.

In the distance, the green grass was almost imperceptible, while nearby, pink petals surrounded them, creating a comfortable and refreshing atmosphere.

Youlan brought over a food box and set it on the mat, arranging the food for them before sitting elsewhere with Jinwu.

Other attendants settled nearby as well.

After Yelu Yan and Li Xianyun had eaten,

Yelu Yan rested on his elbow, half lying on the mat, while Li Xianyun sat beside him.

Their chosen spot was near a canal.

The sunlight scattered across the blue stream, mingling with falling petals that drifted off into the distance.

The spring breeze carried the fragrance of flowers and the coolness of the water, refreshing the heart and delighting the senses. frёewebnoѵel.ƈo๓

Yelu Yan took Li Xianyun’s hand, "Lie down, rest for a while."

They had been walking and pausing earlier, and although Yelu Yan’s rugged body hardly felt it, he was afraid Li Xianyun might be tired.

Li Xianyun looked around, and seeing other women lying on mats, she too lay down.

Yelu Yan shifted closer to her, lying next to her, looking through the gaps in the peach branches at the high blue sky and white clouds.

Every now and then, a yellow butterfly fluttered by before them, and bees buzzed among the petals.

Li Xianyun turned her head towards Yelu Yan, her eyes like tranquil autumn waters, her smile like a delicate flower, "My lord, what made you think of suddenly bringing me out for the day?"

"Didn’t I tell you yesterday? I’ve been too busy lately and wanted to relax."

"You’re not being honest," Li Xianyun said, watching him with a smile, "Do you feel like I’ve been neglecting you recently?"

Yelu Yan stubbornly replied, "Not at all."

"That’s good then."

Li Xianyun said, still looking at Yelu Yan with an observant expression.

Yelu Yan sighed, "Alright, I admit it. We’ve spent so little time talking, I’m afraid you’ll grow bored of me."

He wasn’t good at cheering people up.

Unlike the Imperial Physician, who had a knack for making people laugh with ease.

Li Xianyun grabbed Yelu Yan’s rough hand and squeezed it, "My lord, right now, you kind of look like a complaining wife."

Yelu Yan grasped her hand back, "If you keep spouting nonsense, be careful—I might use force right here in front of all these people."

Li Xianyun wasn’t scared of him, but knowing Yelu Yan’s impulsive nature, she decided not to provoke him further.