Chapter 375: Chapter 374: Sweetness

Yunluo sat up, slipped on her shoes, and was about to go out to greet.

Madam Yang lifted the curtain and entered. Seeing her movement, she quickly gestured, "My dear, rest yourself."

Yunluo looked down at her flat belly, smiled at Madam Yang.

Madam Yang sat down beside the Arhat Bed, holding Yunluo’s hand and carefully asked about her condition.

Yunluo smiled and said, "In April, when my period came, I felt a bit disappointed. Then last month, it didn’t come at all, and I began to wonder if I was pregnant.

Hong Jinbao’s family told me not to worry, that it was too early to tell.

This day finally arrived, and we invited the medical woman over. She said it’s confirmed."

Madam Yang listened, her face lit with joy. It seemed certain from the account. She eagerly said, "When Hong Jinbao’s family brought the news, I sent someone to invite Doctor Feng. I couldn’t sit still for even half a moment, so I urged your sister-in-law to come along."

Madam Yan pursed her lips, smiling, "Fifth Aunt, my mother was even happier than when I was pregnant. I got quite jealous."

"Sour and jealous!" Madam Yang said teasingly, spitting lightly towards her, "When you were pregnant with Brother Duan, I asked you about it, and you were too shy to speak. Look at your younger sister, she’s so clear and candid."

Madam Yan smiled and lowered her eyes.

Madam Yang continued to speak to Yunluo, "You’re going to be a mother, so don’t worry about losing face.

This is your first pregnancy, with no experience. Whenever you feel something, you should speak up openly.

Your aunt has raised children and taken care of pregnant women, so she can tell you everything, good or bad, and it’ll be better than being confused.

Yes, you should report to Hong Jinbao’s family; she’s right by your side, and it’s the fastest way to tell her.

Remember never to let your mind wander off on its own."

Madam Yang gave careful instructions.

The mood of a pregnant woman can fluctuate strangely, especially with the first child, often unable to discern good from bad, thereby constantly overthinking.

Madam Yang, having been through it, specially advised Yunluo.

Yunluo chuckled softly, coquettishly said, "Aunt, I may not have many skills, but I am thick-skinned. My mother and eldest sister often say, my face could even boil donkey-hide gelatin, so rest assured."

Madam Yan couldn’t hold back her laughter, Madam Yang was exasperated and amused.

Just in the midst of conversation, Doctor Feng arrived.

Yunluo raised her eyes and assessed her.

Doctor Feng appeared to be in her forties, wearing a slightly worn coat and a motif-patterned stone blue horse face skirt. Her hair was neatly combed, with a wooden hairpin inserted, devoid of any other adornments, carrying a medicine box.

Doctor Feng bowed and greeted, "Madam, Ma’am, Lady."

Yunluo raised her eyes towards Madam Yang.

Madam Yang introduced, "Doctor Feng is skilled in medicine; whenever we have headaches or fevers, we always ask her to consult."

Yunluo nodded, understanding Madam Yang’s implication.

Madam Yang hadn’t revealed Yunluo’s marital status to Doctor Feng, only mentioned she was her niece from her family, hence Doctor Feng’s reference as "Lady."

It seemed better to avoid extra trouble.

Doctor Feng took out a large pillow from the medicine box to support Yunluo’s hand.

During the pulse-checking, Yunluo smelled a faint medicinal scent from Doctor Feng.

Doctor Feng examined and asked Yunluo a few questions, then stood and said, "Congratulations Lady, though it’s early, you are indeed pregnant.

From the pulse reading, it’s smooth and healthy, but since it’s not yet stable, you should rest more and be cautious these days.

I will prescribe a formula for Lady to take."

Yunluo nodded, Jin Rui accompanied Doctor Feng to write the prescription.

Madam Yang softly spoke to Yunluo, "I know you dislike socializing, so I didn’t speak too plainly."

Yunluo light bit on her lip.

With her status, if revealed, Changping Marquis Mansion would definitely involve her.

In Xuancheng, the wives of officials, if they could establish a connection, would visit during holidays even if they didn’t intend to curry favor.

Yunluo didn’t enjoy such things.

More importantly...

Yunluo’s gaze shifted; Madam Yang wouldn’t actively disclose her identity to Changping Marquis Mansion.

Du Huarang kept an eye on Changping Marquis, which was also what Mu Lianxiao was directed to do.

If Changping Marquis were a man of integrity, staying as a leisurely noble in Lindong Territory, he wouldn’t pay attention to the reassigned soldiers at Shanyu Pass, nor to Mu Lianxiao, nor notice Yunluo’s arrival.

But Yunluo knew, Changping Marquis intended to rebel.

Du Huarang and Mu Lianxiao secretly observed him, while Changping Marquis remained vigilant, and Changping Marquis Mansion somewhat grasped Yunluo’s situation.

They understood but didn’t disclose it, mutually watching.

Yunluo wasn’t afraid of Changping Marquis Mansion watching, but compared to him, Mu Yuanmou and Madam Lian were more concerning.

Doctor Feng finished writing the prescription, Jin Lan accompanied her to get the medicine.

Madam Yang softly said to Yunluo, "I’ve been thinking, to wait until things are more stable before sending word to the capital."

Yunluo pressed her lips together, slowly said after a moment, "You’re worried..."

"You’re just over two months along. At three months, send word; by the time the capital receives it and mulls over it, nearly half of your pregnancy will have passed. No matter what they plan, by the time people from the capital reach Lindong, you’ll be nearly delivering." Madam Yang carefully analyzed for her.

Yunluo felt warmth in her heart, smiled towards Madam Yang.

Madam Yang was shouldering the responsibility, and Yunluo appreciated her care.

Not in a hurry to send word to the capital, but Yunluo was eager for Mu Lianxiao to know.

After seeing off Madam Yang and Madam Yan, Yunluo sought out Jiuxi.

Jiuxi already knew, and upon entering, smiled widely and bowed deeply to congratulate Yunluo.

Yunluo giggled, "Go to Shanyu Pass and report to the Princely Heir."

Jiuxi nodded repeatedly, "Rest assured, Madam. I will head out immediately; once Master knows, he’ll be overjoyed."

Yunluo smiled softly.

Her pregnancy signaled joys and concerns for various households.

Mu Lianxiao delighted, while the second branch was certainly displeased.

Nonetheless, they couldn’t inconvenience her, as Madam Lian’s influence couldn’t reach Lindong just yet.

Jiuxi was about to exit when Yunluo suddenly thought of something and instructed him, "If the Princely Heir intends to send word to the capital, tell him I’ve already done so, so he need not worry."

Just as Jiuxi departed, Jin Rui brought the medicinal soup.

"Don’t worry, Jin Lan checked with two other pharmacies, confirming the prescription as fetus-preserving medicine." Jin Rui said.

Yunluo raised her head, drank it, then took a sip of honey syrup.

The bitterness faded, leaving a sweet taste. Yunluo couldn’t help but curl her lips, laughing.

"It doesn’t taste sweet enough." Yunluo muttered.

Her mood was far sweeter than the honey syrup.

Two lifetimes, finally she was pregnant with a child belonging to her and Mu Lianxiao.

Though it was still early, with no tangible sense of the child yet, Yunluo’s heart was already overflowing with happiness and sweetness.

Leaning against the pillow embroidered with a golden python, she squinted her eyes, imagining how happy Mu Lianxiao would be upon hearing the news.

Would he be as joyous as Shao Yuanzhou, stumbling into pillars while walking?

She couldn’t bear him bumping into pillars.

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