The Eldest Daughter Returns: Imperial Uncle, I'm Pregnant!

“Silly Xiao Kui, what do you know? Even if Master doesn’t care about his wife’s family and only cares about his son, Qing’er is already registered under Madam Ning’s name. What can I do…”

After hearing this, Xiao Kui thought for a moment, then stepped forward and helped Aunt Li to the dressing table to remove her hairpins and hair ornaments.

“Auntie, I’m not very bright, but I’ve heard that the eldest young lady has been expelled from the family register, and that the madam has also divorced and returned home with the help of the Duke of Ningguo.”

"Yes, Madam was a blessed woman. Even though she is dead, she still has her family members who are willing to support her."

"What I mean is, since Madam has already divorced, how can Young Master Qing hold a grudge against Madam who has returned home after the divorce? Wouldn't that mean he should be taken back to the Ning family as well? Such a relationship doesn't make sense. I'm too stupid to understand."

Xiao Kui stopped there, saying, "Auntie, don't overthink it. It's getting late, and there are still many things in the manor waiting for your decision. Let's get settled in a bit."

What was said in jest was taken to heart by the listener. Lying alone in bed, Aunt Li began to ponder the words Xiao Kui had just spoken.

Perhaps... perhaps it's not impossible for Qing'er to come back... I suppose the master wouldn't want to see his only son taken to the Ning family.

After Aunt Li figured it out, she felt a little better. She needed to plan this matter carefully. Fortunately, it would be a while before the master returned, so this period of time would be a good opportunity for her to make careful arrangements.

Gu Qingwan sat on the soft couch, engrossed in reading a military book, while the Prince of Chu diligently combed her hair behind her.

Gu Qingwan chatted casually about what happened at the Gu family home during the day.

"Gu Ziming will remarry sooner or later, so I think we shouldn't let him choose for himself too easily, otherwise it will be quite troublesome."

"Then what do you think?"

"My idea is simple: find Gu Ziming a powerful wife so that he can't bear to give up the seemingly glorious support of his wife's family, but he also has to endure such a powerful and stifling life. Most importantly, this person doesn't participate in the factional struggles in the court. As long as she has a high status, that's fine. It doesn't matter if she's older or it's her first marriage."

"hehe."

Hearing the god behind her laugh, Gu Qingwan couldn't help but turn around and ask, "What are you laughing at?"

"I think Gu Ziming is very lucky to have my princess go to such lengths to arrange his marriage."

"So sarcastic." Gu Qingwan didn't know what to say about Xiao Jingchen. He seemed so wise and capable from the outside, but how come he acted so childishly behind closed doors?

Xiao Jingchen wasn't really angry. He put his arm around her shoulder from behind and sat down behind her, pulling her into his arms.

"People like that aren't hard to find."

"Oh? You already have someone in mind?"

"My father had several brothers, but they all passed away one after another. Even those who did not die mostly had no real power and were all obedient and did not dare to stand out."

Gu Qingwan nodded in agreement. The Prince of Chu was not only a prince but also the current patriarch of the Xiao family. Although their marriage was short, she was aware of the general state of the Xiao family.

"One of them was an imperial uncle, but he was born with a leg disability, which excluded him from the list of candidates for the throne from the very beginning. Fortunately, he survived because of this."

"He has a daughter, whom the emperor bestowed the title of Princess Zirui at a young age."

Gu Qingwan was initially confused, not knowing what the prince was talking about or what the royal uncle was doing, but when she heard about Princess Zirui, she suddenly understood that it must be related to this princess.

“Princess Zirui, this… I have heard that. Wasn’t she said to have married far away?”

"This princess is already a widow, and her husband passed away at a young age."

"Her status is suitable, but she is, after all, a royal princess. Would she be willing?"

"You can send someone to inquire and you'll find out. This princess... the princess consort should be satisfied."

Xiao Jingchen has never been a talkative person, so it was already quite an achievement that he remembered and told her about such trivial family matters.

Gu Qingwan nodded and replied, "I'll have Ning Yi investigate tomorrow. If it's really suitable, it's best to plan ahead as soon as possible."

"There's no need to send someone to investigate matters within the clan. If you have any questions, you can ask the steward. He's been managing the clan's affairs for years."

Gu Qingwan suddenly felt sorry for Butler Hua. He was already so old, yet he still had to worry about this troublesome prince.

For a moment, the two were silent, and time flowed slowly between them, with only the occasional popping of the candle. This was the epitome of peaceful and serene life.

"Why do you like reading military books? Shouldn't you women like reading storybooks and the like?" Xiao Jingchen said to her while combing his hair, occasionally glancing at the contents of the book behind her.

"It's not a matter of liking or disliking, it's just that the closest one is the one you casually put here, so there's nothing wrong with picking it up and taking a look."

"I've read this book before, but I took it out again today while waiting for you at home because I was bored. If you don't like it, I won't bring it to the bedroom anymore."

“I don’t dislike it. I’ve read this book before. I read it in my grandfather’s tent. I was young then and couldn’t sit still. I was bored in the military camp.”

Thinking of what Gu Qingwan looked like when she was a child, Xiao Jingchen couldn't help but smile.

Before the smile could even fade, Gu Qingwan pinched her cheek and said fiercely, "How dare you sneer at this princess! Believe me, Your Highness will punish you!"

Xiao Jingchen let her little hands roam freely over his face, and in a good mood cooperated, saying, "Your Highness, please have mercy. There's no need for Your Highness to do it yourself. I will cooperate immediately."

As she spoke, she stood up and began to undress, which startled Gu Qingwan.

"Why are you taking off your clothes for no reason?"

"So that the princess can punish him with a cane."

"No need, no need. It's so cold outside, Your Highness shouldn't get cold. Let me get you a glass of water."

Xiao Jingchen wasn't about to let her escape so easily; he closed in on her while still wearing his undergarments.

Gu Qingwan was not someone to be trifled with; her hands were incredibly soft and boneless, and somehow she managed to escape from Xiao Jingchen's large grasp.

Xiao Jingchen seized her ankle, and Gu Qingwan raised her other free foot to kick. Xiao Jingchen dodged by tilting his head, and then used his other hand to grab that foot and place it on his shoulder.

"Your Highness has such impressive martial arts skills."

Gu Qingwan was somewhat embarrassed and angry at Xiao Jingchen's laughter, "Then let Your Highness see my even more impressive martial arts skills."