Rebirth: The Fourth Lady Wants to Lie Down

The disturbance in Jinling was like a receding tide, gradually disappearing in the long river of history, but the undercurrent in the capital was like an abyss, becoming more and more turbulent. On a sunny afternoon, an unusually tense atmosphere permeated Li Gege's house.

Li Gege sat on the couch, holding a book tightly in her hands. Although her face was pale, her eyes were shining with determination and perseverance. She was about to give birth, and although her body was weak, her expectations and worries for her son were like a heavy shackle that made her unable to rest at ease.

Ever since Yinzhen went on his southern tour and only took Honghui with him, leaving Hongpan in the capital, Li Gege knew that she needed to work harder for her son's future.

"Hongpan, how are you doing with this article?" There was a hint of severity in Li Gege's voice, but more of expectation.

Hong Pan stood in front of his mother, holding a book tightly in his hands, the sweat on his forehead gleaming in the sunlight.

"Mother, I've tried my best, but the meaning of this article... I still don't quite understand it." There was a hint of helplessness and frustration in his voice.

Li Gege's brows were furrowed, with a hint of disappointment in her eyes, but more of it was understanding and tolerance for her son.

"You've been reciting for so long, why are you still so unfamiliar with it?" she asked softly, with a hint of blame in her tone.

Hong Pan lowered his head and said in a trembling voice: "Mother, I know I'm not smart enough, but I really tried my best." His eyes were slightly red, as if tears would fall at any time.

When Li Gege saw her son like this, her anger instantly subsided. She knew her son had done his best, but she couldn't let go of her expectations.

"Hongpan, you must memorize this article today, otherwise..." Her words were filled with unquestionable determination, but also revealed a hint of helplessness.

However, at this moment, Hong Pan stuttered due to nervousness and spoke the article in fragments.

Li Gege's patience finally ran out. She shouted angrily, "What's wrong with you? It's been so long and you still can't memorize it!"

Hong Pan was so frightened that he trembled all over, and he stammered for a long time but couldn't say anything. He lowered his head, not daring to look his mother in the eye.

Seeing this, Li Gege became even more furious. She waved her hand and asked Liu Ma to take Hong Pan away. "Tell him to reflect on himself. He is not allowed to come out until he has memorized it well today!" Her voice was full of disappointment and anger.

Aunt Liu responded quickly and took Hong Pan out of the room. She looked at Hong Pan's aggrieved and helpless back, and her heart could not help but ripple.

She knew how high Li Gege's expectations were for Hong Pan, and how much pressure there was behind it. But she also understood that Li Gege did this for Hong Pan's future.

Back to Li Gege, Madam Liu comforted her softly, "Gege, don't be too angry, take care of yourself. Master Hongpan is still young, he will understand slowly."

Li Gege sighed, leaned back on the couch and closed her eyes. Her heart was filled with fatigue and helplessness, but more of it was expectation and worry for Hong Pan.

She knew that in this capital city full of conspiracies, only by making Hong Pan stronger could she protect him from harm. And all these efforts and dedication were for her son to have a better future.

However, at this moment, she suddenly felt a sharp pain coming from her abdomen, as sharp as a knife. She clenched her teeth and grasped the edge of the soft couch with both hands, trying not to let the sound of pain escape.

But the pain came so suddenly and violently that she couldn't help but cry out, "Madame Liu!"

Although the sound was faint, it was unusually clear in this quiet palace.

Nanny Liu was preparing snacks for Hong Pan. When she heard the sudden call, she was startled. She quickly put down the work in her hands and walked quickly to Li Gege.

"Gege, what's wrong with you?" she asked with concern, her tone full of tension.

Li Gege took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She looked at Liu Ma's anxious eyes, nodded gently, and said with difficulty: "I... I'm afraid I'm about to give birth."

As soon as these words came out, Madam Liu's face suddenly changed. She knew very well that the situation in the capital was tense at the moment, and all parties were competing secretly. Li Gege's childbirth would undoubtedly affect the nerves of many people.

She did not dare to delay for even a moment and immediately ordered her servants to notify the imperial physician, while at the same time she personally began to prepare for Li Gege's delivery.

"Hurry, help the princess to the delivery room!" Nanny Liu decisively ordered the servants. Although her voice was calm, her eyes flashed with determination.

She knew that at this moment she was not only responsible for Li Gege's safety, but also had to consider the future of the royal family.

Under the command of Madam Liu, the whole palace immediately became busy. The imperial doctors rushed over to examine Li Gege and prepare for the delivery; the palace maids were busy preparing hot water, clean cloth and other necessities; and Madam Liu personally stayed by Li Gege's side, wiping her sweat, feeding her water, and constantly encouraging her to persevere.