kingnovel Chapter 729: Interesting Naming in Shanyue
Chapter 729: Interesting Naming in Shanyue
Shamoke had already departed before Ma Chao and returned to the Shanyue camp early. Upon entering, he eagerly announced that Ma Chao and his personal guards would soon be returning to the Shanyue. Instantly, the entire Shanyue camp erupted in excitement, as if infused with boundless energy. Soldiers rushed to share the news, and the women's faces beamed with joy. Everyone bustled about preparing for the welcoming ceremony, with lights and decorations adorning the grounds. The atmosphere was bustling with activity, a festive and festive atmosphere permeating the air.
Sally was overjoyed. Ever since she heard the news, she'd dressed meticulously every morning and carefully carried Ma Chao's son to the camp gate. The little one, wrapped in soft swaddling clothes, waved his fists and babbled adorably. Sally's eyes were filled with tenderness and anticipation. She gently rocked the child in her arms while gazing into the distance, hoping for Ma Chao's return.
It wasn't just Sally; the wives of Gan Ning, Wu Anguo, Pan Feng, and even Ma Chao's personal guards were equally thrilled. Recalling their departure, each was already heavily pregnant. Now, years later, they were each holding a lovely little girl or a lively little boy. Upon hearing the news of Ma Chao and his men's return, they couldn't contain their excitement. Led by Sally, this group of women spontaneously formed a special welcoming procession. Dressed in vibrant colors and clutching their babies, they arrived early each day at the camp gates, chattering about their husbands' experiences away from home and imagining the reunion. Their laughter and chatter echoed through the camp gates, creating a unique and heartwarming scene.
The Shanyue camp waited anxiously. Finally, amidst the billowing dust in the distance, the figures of Gan Ning, Wu Anguo, and Pan Feng, leading their personal guards, slowly emerged. Surprise flashed in Sally's eyes, and she hurried forward, her gaze anxiously scanning the crowd. But after scanning the entire force, she couldn't spot Ma Chao. Her heart sank, and her smile vanished.
Meanwhile, the wives of Pan Feng, Wu Anguo, and their personal guards were already filled with tears of excitement. They clutched their children and trotted towards their husbands, their faces brimming with uncontrollable joy. Some couples embraced tightly, while others, tears welling in their eyes, whispered words of longing. The children, too, were caught up in the warm atmosphere, waving their hands excitedly and giggling.
As Sally gazed upon this heartwarming reunion scene, the sense of loss in her heart grew stronger. She instinctively hugged her child tighter, sighing softly, her eyes filled with despair. She wished Ma Chao were here with her at this moment, so that the family could enjoy the joy of reunion like everyone else.
Gan Ning quickly dismounted, bowed respectfully to Sally, and said, "Madam, it's been a long time since we last met." Then, straightening up, he hurriedly explained, "Madam, the general was originally returning with us, but something unexpected happened in Wancheng. General Zhang Ji passed away, and the situation on Zhang Xiu's side became unstable. The general, concerned about their old friendship, had to rush to deal with it. Time was short, and he also had to go to Wujun. He considered that everyone had been away from home for a long time, and their wives and children were eager to reunite in Shanyue, so he asked us to return first. The general also instructed that after everyone had a brief reunion with their families, you should bring the young master to Wujun to meet him. So, he asked us to inform you to go as soon as possible."
Wu Anguo and Pan Feng also stepped forward, bowed, and echoed, "Yes, Madam, the general repeatedly asked us to take good care of you and the young master before he left. Please don't worry."
After hearing this, Sally frowned slightly, her eyes filled with worry, but she forced herself to remain calm, nodded slightly and said, "I understand. In that case, you've all been tired from traveling all the way, so go and rest first."
Shamoke keenly sensed the unconcealed disappointment in his sister Sally's eyes, and a pang of bitterness welled up in his heart. He looked up and saw Gan Ning and the others reunited with their families. The scene was as warm as the spring sun, laughter and joy mingling, overflowing with the joy of a long-awaited reunion. He couldn't bear to let any cloud overtake this beautiful scene.
Shamoke strode forward, facing Gan Ning, Wu Anguo, Pan Feng and others, with a warm smile on his face, and said in a loud voice: "Brothers, you must be exhausted after traveling all the way! Don't say anything, go home quickly, spend time with your wives and children, and have a good family reunion!" When everyone heard this, their faces lit up with happiness, and they nodded in thanks, then hugged their families tightly and walked towards home happily.
Shamoke turned around again, patted Sally's shoulder gently, and comforted her in a warm voice: "Sister, don't be too sad, your brother-in-law must be stuck with important things." Then, he raised his voice and said to everyone present: "Tonight, let's light a bonfire in the center of the camp and set up a sumptuous banquet to welcome everyone! Let's have a good time!" Everyone cheered and their excitement was beyond words.
Then, Shamoko looked at Gan Ning and the others and said solemnly, "Tomorrow, I will escort Sally to Wujun to reunite with her brother-in-law. Let's leave early so she can reunite with him sooner." Upon hearing this, Sally's eyes lit up with hope, and she looked at her brother with gratitude. Gan Ning and the others quickly agreed, and a heartwarming reunion, meticulously arranged by Shamoko, unfolded in an orderly manner.
In the evening, a blazing bonfire burned in the center of the camp, its light illuminating everyone's face. A banquet filled with delicious food and wine filled the air, and everyone sat around, their laughter echoing throughout the camp. Everyone was immersed in this joyful atmosphere, their spirits high.
Wu Anguo seized the opportunity, ran quickly to Pan Feng's side, and whispered mysteriously in his ear: "Brother Pan, you have a boy, and I also have a boy. Everything is fine, but there is one thing that worries me." Pan Feng looked puzzled and asked hurriedly: "What's going on?" Wu Anguo curled his lips and said helplessly: "My wife insisted that I give the child a name. I am a rough man who can't read a single word. How can I come up with a name?"
As they were talking, Gan Ning came over with his baby in his arms, smiling broadly. He asked curiously, "What are you two talking about? You seem so animated!" Wu Anguo replied with a wry smile, "We're just worried about naming the child!" Gan Ning waved his hand nonchalantly, saying, "Well, why bother? Why not wait for the lord to come back and let him choose it?"
Pan Feng shook his head and retorted seriously, "Well, how can I trouble you with everything? Besides, your child hasn't even been named yet. If you ask me, it's just a name, I can do it. What's the big deal?" Gan Ning raised an eyebrow, his face full of suspicion, "You? What name can you give?"
Pan Feng shook his head, acting confidently as he spoke non-stop, "Hey, we're all military commanders, and our strength is the foundation of our lives. People often say to describe a person's strength, he has the strength of nine oxen, two tigers, or one elephant. Our children will surely be heroes like us in the future. In my opinion, we should name them One Elephant, Two Tigers, and Nine Oxen. These names are loud and unique, and you'll know they're the children of our military commanders. How impressive! Now, we've got some good names."
Gan Ning was stunned at first, then he couldn't help laughing so hard that tears almost came out. He patted Pan Feng's shoulder as he laughed, "Brother Pan, you are really a genius. This name is unprecedented. Aren't you afraid that your child will be laughed at by teachers and classmates when he goes to school?" Wu Anguo also laughed so hard that he doubled over, and said jokingly, "Brother Pan, your naming method is really unique. Why not just name the cattle, horses and sheep at home as well?" Pan Feng disagreed. He put his hands on his hips and said confidently, "What do you know? This is called simplicity. When the children grow up, they will know how powerful their father was just by hearing the name!"
Wu Anguo curled his lips and said with disgust, "No, no, this name is too outrageous. Gan Ning's child is older, and calling him Yixiang is barely acceptable. But my child is the youngest, and he's called Jiuniu. How are you going to let him go out and meet people in the future? And you, Old Pan, your child is called Erhu. The key is that if the eldest child is named Wu Jiuniu, people who don't know him will think he has eight older brothers. How ridiculous is that!"
Gan Ning couldn't help but laugh out loud, and then agreed, "That's right, Brother Pan, your naming is too hasty. In my opinion, you could just drop the '129' and name our son Gan Xiang, which is much more catchy. Or Old Pan, your son could be named Pan Hu, which sounds like a tiger, and An Guoguo's son could be named Wu Niu, which is simple and easy to remember, and much better than yours."
After hearing this, Pan Feng scratched his head, looking a little embarrassed, but still argued: "Why is my name not good? It's so powerful! But since you all say so, that's fine. Anyway, we can't let our child's name be ruined." Everyone talked and laughed, and they had a great time discussing the issue of naming their children at this lively bonfire dinner.
After the banquet, the camp gradually quieted, but Sally's tent was brightly lit. She was filled with excitement, quickly rummaging through her clothes, folding each piece of clothing into her bag. She thought that after meeting Ma Chao, she would be able to return to his hometown with her child and start a new life. Although she hadn't been able to see the husband she missed so much today, the thought of reuniting tomorrow made her smile, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
At this moment, footsteps were heard outside the tent, and Shamoke appeared at the door. Sally quickly put down the things in her hands and walked over to him: "Brother, why are you here?"
Shamoko walked into the tent, his expression concerned, and slowly said, "Sister, I heard that you plan to go back to his hometown with your brother-in-law this time?"
Sally nodded heavily, her eyes firm. "Yes, big brother. Marry a chicken, follow the chicken; marry a dog, follow the dog. Since I'm married to him, I naturally have to go back with him. From now on, this will be my home."
Shamoke scratched his head, his face showing embarrassment. "Sister, I don't mean to discourage you. Think about it, the child is so young. Even if we don't even talk about returning to Xiliang, let's just say we return to Lujiang County, your brother-in-law has a large army to lead. The affairs in the military camp are complicated, and the environment is not suitable for you and your daughter. Besides, the weather is getting colder and colder. By the time you return to the Central Plains, it will probably be winter. The child is still too young. What if something goes wrong on the way?"