After crossing, I was forced to hold on to my thighs and build a kingdom

After giving Huanyan some detailed instructions, Jinchu quickly returned to Shaoguangyuan.

Today she was on duty at the Salt Administration Bureau when she suddenly received news from the mansion that Huanyan was not well. She was so scared that she got up and rushed back.

Huanyan has always been in good health. Although she has lost some weight recently, there is nothing unusual. Jinchu just thinks that she is like this because she misses her third brother who has gone to the northwest, so he doesn't pay too much attention to her health.

But he was fine today, why did he suddenly faint?

Could it be that she really has contracted some serious illness? If so, then she must be treated immediately. She must not be allowed to get hurt. That would be unfair to her brother who is thousands of miles away.

With these surging thoughts in his mind, Jin Chu returned to the palace with a heavy heart.

She didn't even step into her own Shaoguangyuan, and went directly to Mancuixuan where Huanyan and Zhaoer now lived.

When I asked, I found out it was a false alarm. My sister-in-law was actually nearly two months pregnant!

While she felt relieved, she began to worry about Huanyan's pregnancy life in the next eight months.

She might be able to help with other things, but she really has no experience in pregnancy and childbirth.

Although he had heard a few words about pregnancy care in his previous life, they were just empty talk and very vague. Jin Chu had no idea how much help they would be to Huanyan.

Forget it, since you don’t understand, just stop being a self-righteous layman and guiding the experts!

The most urgent thing is to ask Princess Du to recommend a reliable woman who can take care of Huanyan.

Thinking of this, Jin Chu didn't bother to change his clothes and went out to Hanzhang Courtyard again.

It was almost the beginning of the evening, and the sun was gradually moving westward, like an old beauty, losing its sharp edge during the day and staining the sky with orange and yellow.

Princess Du, wearing her casual robe, was half lying on a rocking chair in the yard, dozing with her eyes closed.

The light and shadow of the setting sun were cast in front of her feet, as if putting shackles on this beauty, as if it would sweep her away in the next moment.

Jin Chu suddenly felt a strong sense of reluctance to leave. She suppressed the inexplicable emotion in her heart and called out softly, "Mother."

Princess Du slowly opened her eyes. The emptiness in her eyes turned into a hint of joy when she saw the girl in front of her: "Ajin is here."

Jin Chu nodded, took two steps forward, and squatted directly beside Princess Du. He smiled and said, "I have stolen a moment of leisure from my busy life. It's rare to see you so relaxed."

"Mother isn't a Bodhisattva, do you really have to act like one every day?"

Princess Du sat up, looked at the remaining clouds in the sky, and a smile appeared on her lips again. "Today is a warm spring day, and I have nothing important to do, so I felt like lying down. I didn't expect to fall asleep."

"When I came in and saw my mother just now, the only thing that came to my mind was the painting of 'Sleeping Beauty'."

Princess Du was not offended by her daughter-in-law's teasing. She burst out laughing and said, "Only you, Jin, are so shameless that you close your eyes and flatter your mother. If you said this ten years ago, I might have believed you."

She patted Jinchu's hand, stood up from the rocking chair, and said with a self-deprecating smile in her eyes, "You and Yizhi have been married for half a year now, and I'm about to become a grandmother. How can I still be worthy of the 'beauty sleeping in spring' you mentioned?"

"Mother, you are not old at all. Although you are not in your twenties, you have your own charm."

Jin Chu spoke slowly, his face full of sincerity.

She really thought that Princess Du was beautiful and charming, and she was so beautiful that she could captivate the whole country.

"Tell me! You come to me at this time with such sweet words, what do you want your mother to do?" Princess Du smiled and changed the subject, leading Jin Chu towards the hall.

Although these words were blunt, they still made Jinchu blush slightly. She pretended to be unwilling and scolded: "Mother, you said this as if Ah Jin is an ungrateful person."

"That's not the case. Ah Jin's filial piety towards Mother is unquestionable. It's just that you always like to come to Hanzhang Court in the morning, but you came at this time today. I bet besides seeing Mother, you must have something else to say!"

Princess Du picked up the teacup in a calm tone and gestured for Jin Chu to sit down.

Jin Chu sat down below and said with a smile: "Mother is really as meticulous as a hair. Ajin can't hide anything from you."

Then she asked the doctor to help her and told him in detail how Huanyan fainted and was found to be two months pregnant.

Finally, she added, "Ajin has never been a mother, so she doesn't know how to take care of a pregnant woman. Besides the maidservants, my sister-in-law doesn't have any experienced maidservants around her."

"Third brother isn't around, and this is my sister-in-law's first child. As a sister and sister-in-law, I can't help but feel even more nervous for her. I just hope she can give birth safely in eight months, so I can give an explanation to my brother who is thousands of miles away, fighting the enemy so hard."

Princess Du nodded slightly. After thinking for a moment, she spoke to Jin Chu, "I'll find two experienced housekeepers for you. The court doctor will also follow your instructions and come to check your sister-in-law's pulse every three days. If she feels unwell during this period, she can come back at any time."

"That's great. Ah Jin thanks Mother for taking care of my sister-in-law."

"What are you talking about, kid? Your brother took the risk for our Dingbei Palace. Now that his wife is a guest at the palace and is pregnant, it's time for our palace to do its utmost to take good care of your sister-in-law."

She turned her gaze to Jin Chu and asked, "You are busy outside every day, so you may not be able to take care of the house. Your sister-in-law needs special attention now. Are the two maids in Man Cuixuan enough?"

"That's enough. The two maids my sister-in-law brought with her are very loyal. And since I'm often away from home, I thought of sending one of my maids over there every day. Three maids plus the housekeeper my mother gave me are only responsible for taking care of my sister-in-law. That should be more than enough."

"What about Zhao'er?" Princess Du asked.

"Zhao'er, let him move back to Shaoguang Courtyard. Only sister-in-law and her caregivers will live in Mancuixuan. It will be quieter this way, allowing her to rest and recuperate during the pregnancy."

"You're busy with external affairs every day, and you have to find time to visit your sister-in-law. Why don't you move Zhao'er to my Hanzhang Courtyard first? He's a well-behaved and sensible child. My courtyard has been empty for so long, and I'd like to take this opportunity to get closer to him."

Jin Chu frowned slightly at Princess Du's suggestion, and a hint of hesitation appeared on her face. "Will this be too much trouble for Mother? Although Zhao'er is a bit well-behaved, he is still a child after all. I'm afraid he will disturb Mother's peace and quiet."

"I'm actually hoping Zhao'er will come and disturb us! Your mother isn't a Bodhisattva, so why would she want peace and quiet? Hanzhang Courtyard has been quiet for so many years! Life is all about three meals a day, four seasons, and the hustle and bustle of life. Only when it's lively and lively can it be popular."

"Just do it!"

Princess Du made the final decision, "Your sister-in-law is the top priority right now. The others can be put aside for now. Even if Zhao'er is moved to my place, I will still have him come over to check on you often in the evenings, so that you two can rest assured."

"And if Zhao'er is placed in Hanzhang Court, I'll have another child to keep me company, and he'll have another aunt to love him. You can also devote your remaining energy to taking care of your sister-in-law. That way, everyone will be well served!"

"Then Zhao'er will trouble my mother for her concern." Jin Chu nodded in thanks.