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

On August 28, five days after the Dingbei Palace issued the proclamation of war, Crown Prince Su Cheng'an personally led 50,000 troops south and began to besiege the capital.

Jinchu had just sent Su Chengan away when Qingguo came running over breathlessly to report, "Prince's Consort, I'm afraid my wife is about to give birth!"

Jin Chu's sorrow was still in his heart when he hurried into Mancuixuan.

Mancuixuan, which is usually quite quiet, now has several unfamiliar faces. Everyone is standing in the yard in an orderly manner, looking towards the main house with serious eyes.

"How is my sister-in-law?"

When everyone heard Jin Chu's voice, they hurriedly turned around and saluted her. Jin Chu just nodded slightly without stopping.

As soon as I entered the main room, I saw Huanyan wearing only a middle-length dress, with her hair disheveled and her hairpins scattered, and she was slightly hunched over and moaning softly. Mother Chu stood by her side with a nervous look on her face, comforting her softly. There were also two midwives who had been prepared long ago, standing on her left and right.

"Is sister-in-law about to give birth?" Although Jin Chu pretended to be calm, the trembling in her voice still showed her panic.

"The Crown Prince's Consort is here." Mother Chu looked up and saw Jin Chu, and greeted her with a smile.

Jin Chu hummed an "hmm" and was about to move forward, but was stopped by the two midwives. "The Crown Prince's Consort is as precious as gold and jade, and her status is extraordinary. Please do not come any closer. Childbirth is said to be a bloody disaster. This is so ominous that it may taint your noble aura. Please step back and stay away."

Huanyan raised her head and forced a smile at Jinchu. "Sister, please don't come any closer. You've never given birth before, so it's really not easy for you to witness this kind of scene. I have Mother Chu and two midwives here, so the baby will definitely be born safely."

"Okay, I'll listen to my sister-in-law and not go in to disturb you. The two midwives and Mother Chu are all experienced people. My sister-in-law's fetal position is very good. Just follow their instructions and she will definitely give birth to my little nephew smoothly."

Huanyan nodded and was about to say a few more words, but a new round of pain came, causing her to let out another low cry, but she no longer cared about Jinchu.

Jin Chu hurriedly took two steps back and said loudly, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. I will be outside to watch you and your nephew's birth. The court doctor is also outside. Just relax and give birth to the baby!"

Huanyan inside felt a surge of warmth in her heart when she heard this, and her whole body seemed to suddenly gain a bit more strength. She nodded vigorously and whispered back, "I believe my sister."

In a hurry, the old nicknames came out again.

Jin Chu stood outside, feeling both amused and helpless. He didn't bother to remind her that she had called him the wrong name. He paced back and forth nervously for a few steps. He glanced at the court physician beside him and hurriedly ordered Qing Guo, "Go and take Doctor Chen to the next room to have some tea and wait."

"You are also pregnant, Princess. You must not panic too much. Madam Ye has taken good care of this baby and will surely give birth smoothly. It usually takes several hours for women to give birth. Madam Ye is unlikely to give birth for a while. Princess, you should sit down and rest."

Before leaving, the court doctor gave her some caring advice.

Jin Chu nodded randomly. Although she sat down obediently, she still looked absent-minded. Huan Yan didn't make her worry, but Huan Yan made her feel distressed. In short, she couldn't calm down.

She knew that giving birth in ancient times was like going through the gates of hell for women. Now that she had seen it with her own eyes, she realized that it was still such an agonizing experience.

Now Huanyan is giving birth, but her husband's third brother is far away in the northwest and cannot return. Huanyan has only one close relative around her, and she is now Huanyan's reassurance.

Thinking of this, Jin Chu forced himself to suppress the panic in his heart, took two deep breaths, and his disordered emotions gradually calmed down.

At this moment, another sound of footsteps was heard. Jin Chu looked up and saw that it was Mother Zhao and Liuyun who were accompanying Princess Du.

Jin Chu was delighted and stood up to greet her, calling out with joy, "Mother."

Princess Du quickly stepped forward and grabbed Jin Chu's hands.

Princess Du couldn't help but feel a bit of pity when she glanced at the slightly trembling fingers.

The girl who used to be calm and composed was so nervous today.

She spoke soothingly and gently, "Don't be afraid, Jin. Your sister-in-law has been pregnant for ten months, and her birth today is the inevitable step towards welcoming a new life. We've already hired the most experienced midwife in the city, and Mother Chu is by her side. Everything has been arranged, so just wait patiently. Huanyan will surely have a smooth birth, and both mother and child will be safe."

"Mother is right. I will listen to you." Jin Chu nodded repeatedly in affirmation, as if this could calm her confused mood.

A cry of "Ah" was heard, and Jin Chu's face turned pale with fright. Is Huan Yan in pain again?

Princess Du saw Jinchu like this and said solemnly, "Giving birth is inherently painful for women, and crying out is inevitable. If you were alone right now, it wouldn't be a problem, but you've just become pregnant and need careful care. How can you stay here for long?"

Jin Chu's heart tightened, and he quickly smiled: "Mother, I'm fine."

"I'm here today to personally take charge and ensure the safety of your sister-in-law and her child. As a girl who has never given birth, it's best not to stay here and watch."

Princess Du turned to Yu Cheng and ordered, "Help your Crown Princess return home. Don't let her stay here any longer! We don't know when Madam Ye will give birth. If your Crown Princess continues to stay like this, I think she will collapse first."

"Mother, I'm fine."

Jinchu had barely begun to speak when Princess Du interrupted her harshly, "Ajin, look at yourself. Your face is as pale as paper, and your body is shaky. I know you and your sister-in-law are deeply in love, and I'm worried about Huanyan, but everything is ready at the mansion. How much help can you provide by staying here?"

Jin Chu stammered, but never said a word of rebuttal.

Princess Du sighed and coaxed her gently, "You're just pregnant and your body is still weak. Childbirth is no small matter. Your sister-in-law will scream in pain every time, and these sounds are like swords and knives to you right now. How can you bear it if it continues like this? If Huanyan knew that you were guarding her like this, would she be able to give birth with peace of mind?"

The last sentence, like the moon appearing after the clouds have cleared, instantly woke up Jin Chu who was in a stubborn state.

Yes, she stayed with Huanyan to make her feel at ease. If her waiting brought Huanyan worry, wouldn’t she be doing something bad with good intentions?

Thinking of this, she stopped struggling, stood up and bowed respectfully to Princess Du: "Mother, you are right. This time, it was Ah Jin who was confused. Ah Jin will return to Shaoguang Courtyard to wait for news. Sister-in-law, please take good care of me here!"

Seeing Jinchu regain his composure, Princess Du smiled with satisfaction: "This is a good child. You can go back now. I will stay here with your sister-in-law and ensure that both mother and child are safe. Then you can wait to become an aunt!"

Jin Chu nodded, and with Yu Cheng's support, he returned to Shaoguangyuan.

I had no taste for lunch. The news from Man Cuixuan was that Huanyan was doing well and was now eight fingers dilated. If all went well, we would be able to see the baby being born in the afternoon.

Jin Chu nodded, pretending not to know, and asked someone to bring Huan Yan the account book that she had not finished reading. At two o'clock in the afternoon, Yu Xing's joyful voice came along with the sound of footsteps.

"Girl, Madam Ye has given birth! A big fat boy weighing 6.8 jins!"