Chapter 94

"Qingnian, how are you doing in the palace?" Aunt Liu asked Shen Qingnian somewhat nervously.

She was afraid that Qing Nian would be wronged, and even more afraid that she would be useless and unable to help...

Shen Qingnian patted Aunt Liu's hand and said softly, "Aunt, I'm doing very well in the palace. If nothing unexpected happens, I can leave the capital with you after I give birth to the child."

After saying that, she patted her lower abdomen.

Aunt Liu's eyes widened: "Qing Nian, you're pregnant so quickly!"

Although the news of Shen Qingnian's pregnancy had been circulating widely both inside and outside the palace, Aunt Liu was unaware of it. Confined to this small world, she had no idea about what was happening outside, and not even anyone to talk to.

Shen Qingnian did not respond to Aunt Liu's words, but said seriously, "Aunt, although my child may not be the eldest son, you should still be prepared."

Shen Zheng arranged for us to stay in Lincheng, but we can't follow his arrangements. I'm currently over two months pregnant. Considering the days leading up to and following my delivery, you must keep that silver note with you every day!

Aunt Liu's expression also turned serious, and she nodded solemnly: "Qing Nian, don't worry, Aunt Liu will do as you say."

All she can do now is to obediently listen to Qing Nian and try her best not to cause her any trouble.

Shen Qingnian's eyes were filled with determination. She squeezed Aunt Liu's hand tightly, then turned and strode out of the courtyard.

Aunt Liu followed her to the door. Although her eyes were filled with reluctance, she did not say a word.

Qing Nian once said that a small act of impatience can ruin a great plan, so she had to suppress these emotions and not let Qing Nian have any worries.

After a brief meeting with Aunt Liu, Shen Qingnian returned to the Shen residence, changed out of her clothes and into formal attire, and then boarded the carriage to return to the palace.

Time was of the essence, and she had no time to look at Madam Shen now.

As dusk settled, Shen Qingnian returned to the East Palace in a carriage, where Song Xuan, dressed in a moon-white robe, was already waiting at the palace gate.

His expression was gentle; he was waiting for her...

Looking at the tall and elegant man, Shen Qingnian felt a pang of sadness, but she immediately suppressed it and kept it to herself, not letting her emotions disturb her peace.

Looking at Song Xuan again, her eyes were filled with tenderness. She reached out her hand to him, and his large hand immediately enveloped her slender one. His gentle voice rang out: "Was it successful?"

“It went smoothly,” Shen Qingnian said, her eyes filled with affection.

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The following days were spent resting and recuperating during pregnancy.

Shen Qingnian did not experience any discomfort symptoms due to pregnancy at first. After a few days, it was the end of her second month of pregnancy.

One day, while having breakfast with Song Xuan, she felt her stomach churn when she smelled the fish porridge. The fish porridge, which she usually found delicious and fragrant, now tasted fishy for some reason.

"This fish was caught today and is very fresh and sweet. Qingnian, you should try it," Song Xuan said, placing the fish porridge in front of Shen Qingnian.

Shen Qingnian felt a churning in her stomach.

"vomit!"