Harem Daily Life

Tao Yanyan picked up little Yucheng and rubbed his Yingxiang, Yintang, and Fengchi points. "Don't pick your nose all the time, little hands. Otherwise, dirty things will get into your nose. Okay, your mother has rubbed you, you can go play."

Little Yucheng twisted his chubby body and went to his sister to grab the toy.

The fifth prince was brought in by the wet nurse. He was almost three months old. Because he worked hard to eat, he became a plump and heavy milk ball on his own.

However, his real name was never decided, so his brothers and sisters had to call him: He Xiaobao.

He Xiaobao was a very clever child. During the day, he only looked for his mother when he was eating. Nestling in her arms was his happiest time, kicking his chubby feet and looking very happy while eating. But at night, he only looked for his wet nurse when he was eating, never adding to his mother's workload.

Looking at this little rascal, Tao Yanyan was also drunk.

After feeding the child, Qingfeng brought her some specially prepared fish soup to nourish her body.

"Have you visited Princess Xinlan? Her due date is approaching. Are all the necessary preparations ready?" Tao Yanyan asked after wiping his mouth after finishing his soup.

Mingyue stepped forward and reported, "All the preparations have been sent, and Imperial Physician Liu has also been told that he will be staying at the Ningyuan Marquis's residence for the next few days. However, Marquis Gu's wife has asked several times when General Gu will be able to return victoriously, saying that she is the only one in the residence and is afraid that she will not be able to make a decision when the time comes."

Giving birth is like walking through the gates of hell for a woman. Princess Xinlan's mother died early, and Prince Changping couldn't be there to watch her give birth. Marquis Ningyuan was not at home either, so it was understandable that Marquis Gu's wife would be worried.

"I have already finished my confinement. If it really doesn't work out, I will go and take care of her myself." Gu Yi had just finished the war with the State of Yan, and it might not be so fast for him to return to the capital. It was only natural for Tao Yanyan to take care of his wife and children for him.

"You can always ask around. On the day of the birth, I will go over there."

After Tao Yanyan finished his instructions, Mingyue quickly agreed.

He Linzhang came in very late at night, exhausted. Tao Yanyan massaged his shoulders and neck. "It seems like today is the latest day. Yunuo waited for His Majesty for a long time, but he didn't come. Several people held him and coaxed him to sleep."

Thinking of this clingy daughter, He Linzhang's fatigue dissipated a little, and he smiled and said, "She was easy to coax when she was little, but she became more and more attached to me as she grew older. She is indeed my little cotton-padded jacket."

Listening to his proud voice, Tao Yanyan said unhappily, "I think she's just a little troublemaker. Yu Cheng is the same age as her and can fall asleep on his own at night, but she insists on being coaxed to sleep by Your Majesty. You don't know how many people took turns holding her and coaxing her, and their hands are numb."

The two children are plump and beautiful, and their weight is extremely heavy.

Tao Yanyan couldn't hold the baby himself, so Qingfeng, Mingyue, Xianglan and Shuang'er took turns holding the baby, with Shuang'er being the main person in holding the baby.

He Linzhang jokingly pulled her over and held her on his lap: "Why, are you jealous of your daughter? Okay, okay, I will slowly train her to sleep independently, and I will only coax you from now on."

Tao Yanyan's ears flushed red, and she pushed him aside, "Who needs your Majesty's coaxing? I'm not that clingy."

He Linzhang looked at her calmly and pinched her face. "I don't know who Nuo'er inherited her clingy skills from. She knows how to coax people, but she also knows how to throw tantrums. She has me under her thumb. Especially that soft and cute little look. When I look at her, I vaguely think of Yan Yan."

Tao Yanyan had no way to defend himself, because - it was all true.

Thinking of giving birth to a smaller version of herself, Tao Yanyan chuckled, "I wonder which young master will be lucky enough to marry her in the future. I can't think of anyone who would be a good match for such a lovely daughter."

He Linzhang felt a little sad for a moment. His precious daughter hadn't even grown up yet, but he was already worrying that she would be taken advantage of by a pig in the future.

Seeing him start to think about other things, Tao Yanyan quickly changed the subject: "By the way, Your Majesty, when will Gu Yi return to the court? Xinlan is about to give birth, and I wonder if the army will be back by the end of March."

If possible, Tao Yanyan still hopes that Gu Yi can accompany Xinlan. The two of them are often apart and it affects their relationship. Besides, it is always a pity for a woman to give birth without her husband.

He Linzhang said, "I've already asked him to rush back and escort Qi Yizheng and Jiang Yingying back. They both made great contributions this time, finding the treasure map of Yanyun Mountain. Unfortunately, they were both seriously injured. I don't know how they've been arranged. I'll have the Ministry of War send a letter to inquire."

Seeing that it was getting late, He Linzhang got up and went to the inner room to wash up. After coming out, he fell asleep while holding the little queen.

In the middle of the night, Tao Yanyan was gently awakened by Mingyue, who said that Princess Xinlan had already launched an attack and she came to report it.

Tao Yanyan didn't expect that she would give birth so soon, so she quickly got up and got dressed.

He Linzhang reached out and embraced her. Tao Yanyan leaned over and kissed him. "Xinlan is about to give birth. I will go over and watch over her. I will leave the children to Your Majesty. I will return after Xinlan gives birth."

He Linzhang's hand was pushed away, Tao Yanyan got out of bed, put on her clothes, washed up briefly, combed her hair into an ordinary bun, and hurried out of the palace.

Xinlan originally lived alone with Gu Yi in a mansion outside, but after her belly grew bigger, Mrs. Gu became worried and took her to the Ningyuan Marquis Mansion to live and take care of her.

As she grew older, Madam Gu no longer had the harshness she had in her youth. In addition, her two sons were not doing well and would definitely have to rely on Gu Yi in the future, so she became more and more concerned about Gu Yi and his wife.

Xinlan had the best food and accommodation in the mansion and was well taken care of. Now that Xinlan was about to give birth, she did everything herself, asking for a midwife and inviting Doctor Liu.

When Tao Yanyan arrived, he saw that everything that needed to be prepared in Ningyuan Marquis' Mansion was ready, just waiting for the baby to be born.

"I feel much more at ease now that the Empress has come in person. The palace has already sent someone to inform them, but it's inconvenient for the Prince to come in the middle of the night. I'm afraid he won't come until daybreak. Imperial Physician Liu has already taken the pulse and it will take several hours before the baby is born. Your Majesty, why don't you go and rest first? I'll come and fetch you when I have more news."

Tao Yanyan didn't want to rest, so she sat on the couch outside the delivery room and said, "I'll stay with my aunt. If you're tired, take a nap."

Madam Gu was indeed exhausted, but mainly mentally. If anything happened, she, the stepmother, would surely be condemned by all sides, so she didn't dare to take it lightly and her nerves were constantly on edge.

During the delivery, Tao Yanyan went in to see Xinlan twice, told her about his previous childbirth experience, and told her not to worry and just cooperate with the midwife to use the correct force.

Xinlan took it all in, but she was still worried. Seeing her fear, Tao Yanyan simply stayed inside and stayed with her.

After being given the labor-inducing drug, Princess Xinlan still couldn't give birth, and everyone, including Doctor Liu, was extremely anxious.

"Xinlan, try harder. When you feel something falling, push harder. The baby will be born after a few more times." Tao Yanyan held Xinlan's hand and encouraged her.

"My Lady, I'm afraid I can't make it..." Xinlan was already weak and powerless. "Is he... back?"

Tao Yanyan had no way to answer her, so he said, "We're on the way. You must hold on. Your cousin will be here soon."