Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

Everyone in the hall was shocked when they heard this, and they all gasped. Premature birth and difficult labor were undoubtedly a matter of life and death! Everyone couldn't help but sweat for the mother. At this time, the palace maid kneeling in the center of the hall said tremblingly, "The imperial physician can't make up his mind, should we save the mother or the child? Please, my masters, make the decision!"

These words resonated through the hall like thunder. Everyone's eyes were fixed on Emperor Qian and Empress Kun, awaiting their decision. At this moment, their expressions differed. Emperor Qian's brows were furrowed, his face solemn, as if he were weighing the pros and cons; Empress Kun's brows furrowed slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of worry, but more of a calm and decisive expression.

Although the Crown Prince had been having an affair with Qiao Xinran, she was his legal wife after all, so he was deeply concerned about her and their firstborn child. When the Crown Prince heard the maid say something like "save the elder one" or "save the younger one," he was furious and shouted, "What do you mean by 'save the elder one' or 'save the younger one'?! Get back here! Tell the doctors to do their utmost to save this child at all costs! If anything goes wrong, they will be buried with him!"

Qian Huangran watched the Crown Prince scolding the palace maid, but he also felt the same way. After all, these were the people who had conquered the world with him, and they were all watching. He couldn't let these brothers who followed him to conquer the world feel cold. Then, Qian Huangran's expression became serious, and he said in a low voice: "Go down quickly and tell the imperial physician to do his best to save them all for me. There can't be the slightest mistake!"

His gaze revealed a firmness and majesty, letting everyone know how seriously he took this matter. At this moment, the entire palace was filled with a tense and heavy atmosphere. Everyone understood that this was not just a simple medical treatment, but a critical moment concerning the future of the country.

After hearing his father's words, the prince realized the seriousness of the situation. He immediately turned and left, following Qian Huangran's instructions to convey the order that the prince should not stay here and hurried to the door of Wang Yuyan's delivery room. At this moment, Qian Huangran showed the decisiveness and determination that an emperor should have. He knew that his responsibility was heavy and he could not afford to be negligent in the slightest.

Emperor Qian watched the Crown Prince's retreating figure, a trace of relief crossing his face. He turned to Eunuch Huang beside him and said, "Hurry to the warehouse and deliver the century-old ginseng and all the nourishing herbs to the Crown Princess's delivery room. Ask the imperial physician if they need these items. Go now!"

Eunuch Huang immediately turned and left, hurriedly heading for the storeroom. His heart raced along the way, anxious to complete his mission quickly and provide assistance to the Crown Princess. Upon reaching the storeroom, he quickly located the precious, century-old ginseng and selected a few other nourishing herbs. He then hurried back to the Crown Princess's delivery room and handed these precious herbs to the imperial physician.

The imperial physicians took the herbs, carefully examined them, and inquired about the situation. They promised to do their best to treat the Crown Princess's condition, but they also reminded the Emperor that her condition remained critical and would require more time and effort to recover. The Emperor felt heavy-hearted, but he remained resolute in encouraging the physicians to continue their efforts and ensure the Crown Princess's safe birth.

When the child arrived at the door of Wang Yuyan's delivery room, he heard Wang Yuyan's wailing and intermittent sobbing, and his heart was suddenly filled with anxiety and uneasiness. He stood nervously at the door of the delivery room, pacing back and forth constantly, as if this could relieve the pressure in his heart.

He pressed himself against the door, trying to peer through the crack to see what was happening inside, but all he could hear was Wang Yuyan's painful cries. His hands clenched unconsciously, his nails digging deep into his palms, yet he was completely oblivious. His gaze remained fixed on the delivery room door, as if that door was his only hope.

"Yan'er, you must hold on!" the child murmured, his voice filled with unconcealed worry. He knew that childbirth was a life-or-death ordeal for a woman, especially for Wang Yuyan, a first-time mother. But he firmly believed that she would be able to survive this ordeal.

"This is our first child. You must insist on keeping him safe." The child prayed silently, hoping that God would bless them and their child with safety. He believed that as long as Wang Yuyan could get through this ordeal with strength, their future would be even brighter.

"Yan'er, you must hold on. I'll wait for you outside." The child gently touched the door of the delivery room, as if this could give Wang Yuyan strength. His eyes were firm and persistent, as if telling Wang Yuyan that no matter what happened, he would always be by her side.

The delivery room was filled with tension and anxiety. Wang Yuyan lay on the delivery bed, sweat soaking her forehead, her face as pale as paper. She was experiencing the darkest moment of her life, struggling in agony, trying to bring her child into this world.

The imperial doctors gathered around the bed, anxiously discussing how to correct the fetus's position. Their voices echoed in the air, making people tremble with fear. The midwife was also busy nearby, telling Wang Yuyan what to do from time to time, but she was exhausted and could hardly respond.

Time passed by minute by minute. Wang Yuyan had been in labor for two hours. Her strength was gradually exhausted and she felt that she could not hold on any longer. At this time, her wet nurse, Li Ma, hurried forward and put some food to Wang Yuyan's mouth, hoping to replenish her energy. When she felt the pain eased a little, Li Ma immediately picked up the bowl and fed her food, whispering: "Miss, you must eat something, otherwise you will not have the strength to give birth soon."

Wang Yuyan forced herself to open her mouth and chewed the food with difficulty. Every bite was filled with bitterness. But she knew that if she didn't eat, she might really lose her strength and be unable to complete the delivery. So she gritted her teeth and continued to eat hard, hoping to hold on.

When Wang Yuyan's labor pains eased, the midwife carefully lifted her up and gently guided her out of bed. She then explained that proper exercise could help the fetus adjust its position, facilitating delivery. Her mother-in-law also encouraged her to walk around, believing Wang Yuyan's libido wasn't fully developed yet. Only by getting out of bed and moving around could she maximize her libido and achieve a smooth birth.

By this time, Wang Yuyan was exhausted by the waves of pain, but for the sake of her unborn child, she gritted her teeth, endured the excruciating pain, and struggled to move forward. Each step was accompanied by a sharp contraction in her abdomen, causing her entire body to tense as if it were being torn apart. But when the pain subsided slightly, the midwife would support her again, encouraging her to continue taking slow but firm steps. Wang Yuyan repeated this process over and over, hoping for the arrival of her new life.

After more than an hour, Wang Yuyan was unable to move a single step. The midwife and Nanny Li worked together to help her to the bed and prepare for delivery. The imperial physician felt her pulse and commented that she was too weak and premature. He quickly placed two slices of ginseng in her mouth and fed her some Qi and blood-tonifying medicine, hoping to help her regain her strength.

Wang Yuyan's face was pale as paper, beads of sweat dripping down her forehead, and her breathing was rapid and weak. She clenched her teeth tightly, enduring the pain, but she couldn't help but let out a low moan. The midwife and Nanny Li looked at her with heartache, comforting her and encouraging her to persevere.

The imperial physician nervously observed Wang Yuyan's condition, constantly adjusting the prescriptions and treatment plans. He knew that this birth would be extremely difficult for Wang Yuyan, and that the slightest misstep could be life-threatening. Therefore, he had to give his all to ensure that everything went smoothly.

As time passed, a tense atmosphere filled the room. Everyone prayed for Wang Yuyan, hoping she would survive this difficult time. Finally, with a painful scream, Wang Yuyan's child was born.

An experienced midwife skillfully placed the newborn baby on a fresh blanket, her movements quick and gentle. Then, she took a pair of sharp scissors and carefully cut the umbilical cord connecting mother and child. After cutting, the midwife gently placed the newborn in a basin of warm water, carefully washing away the amniotic fluid and dirt from the baby's body.

Meanwhile, another midwife focused on Wang Yuyan's health. She held her abdomen tightly, massaging her to help expel lochia and other impurities. This process required meticulous care and patience to ensure everything was properly cleared, allowing Wang Yuyan to quickly recover.

After the operation, the midwife happily announced, "Congratulations, Princess! It's a little prince!" Hearing this, Wang Yuyan breathed a sigh of relief, a gratified smile on her face. However, her body was still very weak and she needed to rest and recuperate.

The imperial physician immediately went forward to check on the baby and left the room after confirming that he was healthy. The midwife and Nanny Li were busy taking care of Wang Yuyan and the newborn, providing them with the best care and nursing.

The prince heard the baby's loud cry outside the door and was overjoyed. It had finally been born! His face was filled with joy, and he couldn't wait to know the sex and condition of this new life.

He knocked on the door hurriedly, his voice anxious and excited: "How is it? What's the baby?"

From inside the door came the midwife's excited reply: "Congratulations, Your Highness the Crown Prince! Congratulations, Your Highness the Crown Prince! The Crown Princess has given birth to a little prince! Both mother and child are safe!"

The Crown Princess's weak voice was also heard: "Child..." She seemed to want to say something, but was interrupted by the midwife.

The midwife comforted him, "Don't worry, Princess Consort. The little prince is fine. You need to rest well too."