After entering the book, the vicious female supporting role became the heroine

Chapter 272: Acknowledging a Daughter

Shen Xu had a decadent look on his face, as if he had lost his soul. His beard was not shaved clean, his hair was messy, and his clothes were draped casually, making him look very sloppy.

He sighed and shook his head, his tone full of self-mockery: "Alas, I am really alone now!"

At this moment, a maid came in with a bowl of steaming ginseng soup. Xiao Xiao quickly took the ginseng soup and walked to Shen Xu's bedside and sat down. She handed the ginseng soup to Shen Xu and said softly, "General Shen, you haven't eaten for a long time. Drink some ginseng soup first. I also made chicken soup for you. You can eat some chicken later to replenish your body."

After hearing what Xiao Xiao said, Shen Xu slowly raised his head. Only then did he carefully look at the woman in front of him, frowning slightly, and asked in confusion: "You...Aren't you Xiao Jingyi's adopted daughter Xiao Xiao? Why are you here?"

Xiao Xiao's face suddenly turned as pale as paper, and she said in a trembling voice: "I... I am Zheng Xiao, the daughter of Zheng Fei, the former governor of Nanyi!"

Shen Xu's eyes widened, and he said angrily, "That corrupt official Zheng Fei who took bribes and embezzled the imperial court's money? Wasn't his entire family executed? How could a daughter like you survive?"

Xiao Jinghan quickly explained: "Uncle Shen, please listen to me! That's because Zheng Fei was framed by Xiao Jingyi, with the purpose of letting his own people take the position of prefect. And now, my men have found evidence that Xiao Jingyi framed Zheng Fei, which can prove his innocence!"

Shen Xu sighed deeply, his eyes flashing with anger and helplessness: "Xiao Jingyi, this bastard! How could he so cruelly kill a loyal and honest person! Don't worry, child! We will definitely redress the injustice for your father!"

Xiao Xiao nodded gratefully, her heart filled with hope and expectation. Finally, she saw a glimmer of hope, perhaps justice would be served and her father's unjust case would be vindicated.

Luo Lingyue said from the side: "General Shen, we have another unwelcome request. We want you to recognize Xiao Xiao as your adopted daughter! She is already a dead person in Emperor Wen's eyes! If she wants to fight in the battlefield and become a female general! She must have a new identity!"

Shen Xu then noticed Luo Lingyue next to him. He narrowed his eyes, looked at her, and asked, "Who are you, little girl?"

Luo Lingyue introduced herself generously: "I am Luo Jing's youngest daughter Luo Lingyue!"

After hearing this, Shen Xu smiled and said, "Oh, so you are the little girl from the Luo family. I know you are the granddaughter of Duke Anguo! You are the only precious daughter of the Luo and An families! What are you doing in Nanyi? It's not safe here, go home quickly!"

Luo Lingyue shook her head, stretched out her hand to hold Xiao Jinghan's arm, and said with a sweet smile: "Uncle Shen, I can't go back! I am the Princess of Wu'an now! Just tell me whether you will accept Xiao Xiao as your adopted daughter or not?"

Shen Xu pursed his lips, looked at Xiao Xiao firmly and said, "I have no children, so why should I adopt a daughter? From now on, you are my biological daughter!" His tone was full of kindness and determination.

A touch of emotion flashed in Xiao Xiao's eyes. She carefully handed the ginseng soup bowl in her hand to the maid beside her, and then knelt on the ground without hesitation, with a solemn and pious expression. She kowtowed deeply to Shen Xu, making crisp kowtow sounds, and each time she kowtowed was filled with gratitude and respect.

Shen Xu was so excited that tears welled up in his eyes. He helped Xiao Xiao up with trembling hands and said in a choked voice, "My dear daughter, please get up quickly!"

Xiao Xiao stood up, tears in her eyes, but a happy smile on her face. She held Shen Xu's hand tightly, feeling the warmth and love, her heart filled with joy. From then on, she was no longer alone, but had a home that truly belonged to her.

Shen Xu stroked Xiao Xiao's hair gently, his eyes full of love. He whispered, "From now on, you will be called Shen Zheng, which is the homonym of your father's surname. I hope you can fly freely in the sky like a kite."

Xiao Xiao nodded vigorously, tears flashing in her eyes. She knelt down again and kowtowed three times. Her voice was firm and sincere: "Shen Zheng thanks father for giving me a name!"

Shen Xu's eyes were filled with relief. He gently pulled Xiao Xiao up and said with a smile, "My dear daughter, from now on, we will depend on each other and spend every wonderful time together."

Xiao Xiao smiled and nodded, with hope in her eyes. She knew that from this moment on, she would have a warm family and a father who loved her. In the days to come, no matter how big the difficulties and challenges she encountered, she would no longer be alone, because her father would support her.

Xi Ruming looked at Shen Zheng with a smile and said, "Shen Zheng, go find a rickshaw. Your father is still weak and not suitable for walking for a long time. But don't worry, as long as he takes medicine for a period of time and takes good care of himself, he will be able to recover to his previous healthy state!"

Just at this moment, a maid walked in carefully carrying a bowl of steaming chicken soup and a few exquisite side dishes, and then whispered to Shen Xu, "Master, please have your meal." Then she placed the food on the small table beside the bed with light and skillful movements.

Shen Xu sat on the bed, looking at Xi Ruming with tears of gratitude, and couldn't help but sigh: "I thought I wouldn't live long! Who knew that the prince would come to visit me in person and bring Dr. Xi to treat me. What surprised me even more was that I actually have such a filial daughter! This is really so happy! After I recover, I will definitely pass on everything I have learned throughout my life to my precious daughter!"

Shen Zheng came slowly, pushing a plain carriage, with a bright smile on her face: "Father, you must get well soon! Your daughter is still waiting for you to teach me martial arts! And those military books, I know that you are a master at using troops! Don't hold back from me when the time comes!"

Shen Zheng's words made Shen Xu burst into laughter: "Haha, you little girl, with your eloquent mouth, I'm afraid your husband won't be able to argue with you in the future!"

After Shen Zheng heard what her father said, her pretty face flushed slightly and she lowered her head shyly: "Father, you really love to joke! Zheng'er is determined to become a female general! Zheng'er doesn't want to get married!"

Shen Xu raised his eyebrows, with a faint smile on his lips, and said in a relaxed tone: "Being a female general and getting married are not contradictory! Look at Chen Manting, the eldest daughter of Jing'an Marquis's Mansion, she is a well-known female general of Dazhao! And her husband is Luo Linghuai, the eldest son of the Luo family! The two of them have accomplished each other, which is a good story! I believe that with my daughter being so heroic and high-spirited, she will definitely bring back an equally outstanding general son-in-law to me in the future! Hahaha!"

After hearing what Shen Xu said, Shen Zheng couldn't help but blush. She stamped her feet and said to Luo Lingyue in a coquettish voice, "Princess, please take care of my father! He bullies me..." As she spoke, she glanced at Shen Xu, with a hint of shyness and helplessness in her eyes.

Seeing this, Luo Lingyue couldn't help but chuckle. She waved her hand gently and responded jokingly: "Uncle Shen is really good at talking! I dare not provoke him easily!" There was a hint of smile in her eyes, and she seemed to find Shen Xu's words quite interesting.