The Legend of Concubine Su

At dawn, as the first rays of morning light quietly penetrated the intricately woven window lattices, they gently streamed down into the magnificent, meticulously carved courtyard of the Princess's residence like countless fine golden threads. These faint yet warm rays, as if imbued with life, leaped and danced in the air, finally gently enveloping the historic residence, draping it in a hazy yet captivating golden glow.

At this moment, Princess Xingrou, beloved and cherished by all, sat dignified and quiet beside an exquisite dining table. She was adorned in a gorgeous palace dress, her figure graceful and her face beautiful, like a flower in full bloom. Beside her sat the imposing and majestic General Bai Yuan. Clad in armor, his brows sharp and his eyes gleaming, he exuded an awe-inspiring aura of extraordinary valor.

On this beautiful, quiet morning, Xingrou and Baiyuan savored this rare moment of peace and warmth. Their eyes occasionally met, revealing deep affection; their smiles blossomed like the brightest spring sunshine. A bountiful feast lay on the table, but for them, the most important thing at this moment was their company, their precious time together. The entire scene resembled a vibrant and poetic painting, so captivatingly beautiful that one could hardly bear to disturb the tranquility and peace.

Yet, just as things seemed peaceful and tranquil, something unexpected happened! Without warning, Princess Xingrou reached out and clutched her abdomen. Her once beautiful face instantly seemed drained of all life force, its color instantly draining away, leaving it as pale as winter's first snow. A fine layer of sweat formed on her smooth, jade-like forehead, and glistening beads of sweat trickled down her cheeks. At that moment, her beautiful eyes, filled with endless pain and deep helplessness, like two shattered stars, were heartbreaking.

Witnessing this scene, General Bai Yuan's heart suddenly clenched, as if gripped by an invisible hand. Even the chopsticks he'd been holding slipped from his grasp. He abruptly rose to his feet, his movements swift as the wind. Without hesitation, he took long strides and dashed toward the princess. In the blink of an eye, he reached her, gently and carefully cradling her in his arms, his gesture as gentle as if he were cradling a rare and unparalleled treasure. His firm steps were steady and resolute, each one a testament to his deep, burning affection for the princess and his meticulous care and love.

On the way to the palace, General Bai Yuan comforted the princess while quickly ordering a maid to summon the imperial physician. His eyes were filled with anxiety and worry, but even more so, a deep love for the princess. He knew that the princess was experiencing unprecedented pain, and he had to do something for her.

The imperial physician quickly arrived at the bedroom. After a quick inspection of the princess's condition, he solemnly addressed General Bai Yuan, "General, the princess is about to give birth. This is urgent. We must prepare for the delivery immediately." General Bai Yuan, despite his immense anxiety, knew he couldn't afford to lose his composure. He quickly calmed down, methodically dispatched his maid to fetch a midwife, and personally oversaw the arrangements within the bedroom, ensuring every step was flawless.

The midwife's arrival brought a touch of hope and warmth to the delivery room. Looking at the princess struggling in pain on the bed, her eyes flickered with heartache and admiration. She knew full well that becoming a mother was every woman's greatest mission and honor. So, she walked to the princess's bedside, held her hand tightly, and offered encouragement in a gentle yet firm voice: "Princess, stay strong! You're about to become a great mother. Push hard, and your child will soon be born into this world."

With the midwife's encouragement, Princess Xingrou seemed to find a source of strength. She gritted her teeth, clutching the bedsheets tightly, as if transforming all the pain into the motivation to welcome a new life. Sweat and tears mixed together, blurring her vision, but she refused to give up. She knew this was the inevitable path to life's birth, and it was her mission and honor as a mother.

As time passed, the atmosphere in the delivery room grew increasingly tense and solemn. Princess Xingrou's every breath seemed like a heavy gasp, her heartbeat beating like a drum against her eardrums. But she persisted, striving, anticipating the arrival of her new life. Finally, with a clear and resounding cry, a brand new life entered the world. With her eyes closed and her mouth open, she sobbed loudly, as if announcing her arrival and existence to the world.

Princess Xingrou lay exhausted in bed, her face brimming with happiness. She gazed at the tiny life, her daughter, carefully swaddled by the midwife, her heart filled with endless joy and contentment. She knew all the pain and effort had been worth it, for she had become a mother with a precious little treasure of her own. General Bai Yuan, on the other hand, took the infant from the midwife's arms and cradled it in his arms. His eyes were filled with tenderness and doting as he gazed upon this tiny being, so closely connected to his own blood. He knew this little life would be the fruit of their love and the most precious treasure of their future lives.

Her skin was as rosy as a newly opened peach blossom, and her hair was as soft as silk, gently tinged with a golden glow by the morning sunlight. General Bai Yuan held this little life carefully, his eyes filled with tenderness and care. He gently rocked the baby, trying to soothe her cries, while watching Princess Xingrou from the corner of his eye, his heart filled with gratitude and admiration.

Princess Xingrou watched this scene, her heart overflowing with unprecedented happiness and contentment. She struggled to sit up, and General Bai Yuan, observing this, quickly and gently placed the baby beside her, allowing her to touch this new life. Princess Xingrou gently touched the baby's cheek with her fingertips, feeling its delicate softness. Tears flowed again, but this time, they were tears of joy.

The sunlight outside the window grew brighter, as if celebrating the arrival of this new life. The delivery room was filled with warmth and harmony. General Bai Yuan and Princess Xing Rou clung to each other, guarding their new home together. Their hearts were filled with hope and longing for the future, knowing that no matter how difficult the road ahead, as long as they walked hand in hand, nothing could stop them from moving forward.