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

Princess Du acted quickly. The next morning, just as Jinchu got up, Yucheng came to report, "A certain Madam Chu has been sent from Hanzhang Courtyard, along with a cook named Song who specializes in medicinal cuisine."

Jin Chu quickly called the person in.

Two middle-aged women in padded jackets walked in respectfully.

The leading woman was about forty years old, of medium height, with fair skin and hair neatly tied behind her head. She looked very neat.

Following behind her was a woman in her thirties, with a petite figure, a round face and big eyes, who looked quite young.

The two of them bowed to Jin Chu together.

"This servant Chu pays homage to the Crown Prince's wife."

"This servant Song pays homage to the Crown Prince's wife."

"Hurry up, both of you." Jin Chuxu helped the two women up and said to the older one, "I guess this must be Mother Chu, right?" Then he turned to the slightly younger one and said, "This must be Aunt Song?"

The two nodded in agreement.

Jinchu then instructed Yuxing to give the two of them seats and serve tea.

Mother Chu and Aunt Song thanked them, then sat halfway up the seat, heads lowered, waiting for the Crown Prince's wife's instructions.

Seeing the two of them being so respectful and courteous, Jin Chu was pleased, so he smiled and said, "Don't be nervous, both of you. You were both recommended by Mother, so your abilities and character are naturally excellent. I'm sure you both know who you're here to take care of, right?"

After the two exchanged a glance, Chu spoke, "My dear Crown Princess, I received instructions from the Princess Consort before I came here. She informed me that your sister-in-law, Madam Ye, is pregnant. We have been specially dispatched to personally serve Madam Ye in all matters of daily life, so that she can rest and have a smooth pregnancy."

Jin Chu nodded in satisfaction and added, "Besides what Mother has told you, I have another request. My sister-in-law is almost two months pregnant, and now is the time to be very careful and attentive to her. Since we don't have a knowledgeable and experienced mother or an aunt who is good at medicine and diet at home, I am asking you two to come in."

Having said this, Jin Chu paused, and the two of them lowered their heads quietly, not asking any questions in a hurry.

There are two people with calm temperament.

"You've mobilized so many people. I'm sure you two should know how much my sister-in-law holds in my heart. Although you two are not serving me in Shaoguang Court this time, I still need to know the health status of my sister-in-law in Mancuixuan from time to time."

"The Crown Prince's Consort and Madam Ye have a deep bond, and it's only natural for them to care for each other. These two servants will serve Madam Ye wholeheartedly, and will also report Madam Ye's daily routine and diet to Shaoguang Courtyard, so that the Crown Prince's Consort can rest assured."

Jin Chu smiled slightly at Madam Chu's knowledge and understanding. "If that's the case, then I'm relieved. Since I'm usually out during the day, if there's an emergency at Man Cui Xuan that needs urgent attention, you can go directly to Shao Guang Yuan and have someone come find me outside the mansion."

Chu and Song nodded in agreement, but they were shocked in their hearts. They had heard that the Crown Prince's wife's sister had married her brother, and the two sisters-in-law had a very close relationship.

Now, seeing with my own eyes how much care the Crown Princess has for her sister-in-law, it is truly touching to see how she has thought everything through and prepared for a rainy day.

The two of them both secretly increased the importance of Madam Ye, whom they had never met.

After talking about the duties, we naturally have to talk about clear rewards and punishments.

You can know a person's face but not his heart, so it never hurts to give him a few more warnings beforehand.

Thinking of this, Jin Chu looked at the two people who were respectful and solemn, and spoke again: "I have to say one thing, eight months later, my sister-in-law must be safe and sound with both mother and child! In addition to the normal monthly allowance of the mansion, my Shaoguang Court will give you two an additional two taels of silver every month. When the fruits are ripe, I will reward you generously. But..."

She changed the subject, "If my sister-in-law is in danger because of your two negligence during this period, I will definitely not show mercy to you. At the very least, I will punish you by beating you out of the house, or at the worst, I will beat you to death with a stick!"

"I will serve Madam Ye with all my heart and soul, and will not dare to be negligent or lax in the slightest. I only hope that Madam Ye will be successful, and I will not let down the Crown Prince's Consort."

After saying that, Chu and Song looked at each other and saw the mixed emotions of joy and sorrow in each other's eyes.

Jin Chu pretended not to know about the interaction between the two and said with a smile, "I feel much more relieved after hearing what you two said. In that case, please follow me and go to my sister-in-law's place!"

Chu and Song stood up respectfully and followed Jin Chu to Mancuixuan.

Huanyan was leaning against the head of the bed feeling uncomfortable. When she saw Jinchu coming over, she forced a smile and then sat back dejectedly.

"What's wrong?" Jin Chu went over and grabbed Huanyan's hand. "Why are you still in such a bad mood? You don't look well either."

Before Huanyan could say anything, Qingzhi, who was standing beside her, spoke anxiously, "Princess Consort, please persuade Madam to eat something. Since waking up this morning, I've brought her her favorite fish porridge, but she only took one bite and threw it up. She even retches at the mere smell of her other favorite snacks, and hasn't even had a sip of water yet!"

"Everything was fine yesterday, wasn't it? How come you're like this after just one night's sleep?"

Jin Chu frowned and looked at Huanyan on the bed with heartache.

"Sister, I'm fine. I just woke up this morning..."

Before she could finish her words, her face suddenly changed and she turned her head hastily. Qingzhi beside her quickly brought her a spittoon. Huanyan reached out and grabbed it, holding the spittoon and began to dry heave. Seeing her like that, Jinchu, who was not far away, felt uncomfortable too.

"How could it be so serious?"

Jin Chu lost his usual composure. He stared at Huan Yan intently, a cloud of worry spreading across his face as he murmured to himself, "What should I do?"

Huanyan, who had felt a little relieved after vomiting, saw Jinchu's worried look and hurried to comfort her: "Don't worry, I'm fine. I just feel chest tightness and acid in my stomach when I wake up this morning. I can't help but retching when I smell meat. It makes me feel a little uncomfortable."

Jin Chu retorted in a low voice, "You still call this okay? You look like you're seriously ill. You can't even eat. Even the strongest person can't stand it. What are you going to do in the future?"

"Maybe this reaction happens when pregnancy is young. I'm already two months pregnant, so this is already late. Give me some time. Maybe I'll be able to eat after a while."

Huanyan held Jinchu's hand, as if to comfort her, or as if to comfort herself.

"Yu Ning, go find the palace doctor and tell him that Madam Ye is unwell—"

"Don't go!" Huanyan tried to stop her. "This is just a normal pregnancy reaction. I just saw the court doctor yesterday. How can I have the nerve to go and find another one now?"

"Don't you know how to cherish your body?"

Jin Chu was anxious and distressed. Just as he was about to speak, he saw Mother Chu following him and whispered, "Don't worry, Princess. I think your symptoms suggest morning sickness."

Jin Chu was startled and turned to look at Mother Chu. Huan Yan also looked at her and asked, "Who is this?"

Jin Chu then remembered that she hadn't had time to introduce Chu and Song. She pointed at them and said, "This is Mother Chu, whom your mother found for you. She has extensive experience in protecting pregnant women. The other is Aunt Song, who specializes in medicinal diets and is well versed in the principles of medicine and food properties. These two will be by your side until you give birth safely."

"Mother Chu, Aunt Song, I will rely on you two to take care of many matters in the future. Huanyan is very grateful." Huanyan spoke politely to the two of them.

"Taking care of you is our job, and we are not worthy of your gratitude." The two bowed again.