Chapter 455: The cargo may be unloaded today and tomorrow

As Jiang Ruo was about to give birth, Sheng Yunshao and his family of three moved into the palace.

When she had nothing to do, Princess Anran would accompany Jiang Ruo for a stroll around Yongle Palace.

She looked at Jiang Ruo, who looked haggard, and said distressedly, "Ruoruo, you've worked so hard."

Hearing this, Jiang Ruo curled her lips and said, "Aunt, don't worry."

I've been severely sleep deprived lately.

After giving birth, you must have a good sleep.

"Let's just wait for the two babies to be born." Princess Anran's eyes were slightly red.

Yun Shao said that Ruoruo was very likely pregnant with twins...

The palace maids in Yongle Palace were on high alert, keeping a close eye on Jiang Ruo.

There seemed to be a tension in the air.

In the imperial study.

Xiao Chengjin was worried about Jiang Ruo and had no intention of paying attention to his official duties.

Ning Jinghuai looked at the absent-minded Xiao Chengjin and raised his eyebrows.

He cleared his throat and said, "Your Majesty, if you are truly worried about the Empress, please call His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and let me assist His Royal Highness in handling state affairs."

I heard from Qian'er that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is very smart...

Alas, when did my son become so studious like others!

It would be better for me to take over my own shift earlier.

How could they know that the clever little prince they talked about had been spending an hour every night in the space since he was three years old to carry out "pulling up the seedlings to force their growth" style of learning.

At this moment, Xiao Chengjin was very satisfied with Ning Jinghuai's proposal.

"Okay, starting tomorrow, I will only attend the morning court. I will temporarily hand over these official duties to you."

Haha, you are worthy of being my right-hand man.

Xiao Chengjin thought, since his assistant was so helpful, he should give him some "benefits".

"Prince Ning, the position of Prime Minister is vacant. Why don't you take on the role?"

Ning Jinghuai shuddered when he heard this.

The position of prime minister is poisonous, I don’t want to be the prime minister.

So, under Xiao Chengjin's astonished eyes, Ning Jinghuai stood up and knelt in front of the imperial desk, "I only want to serve the emperor, not to be the prime minister."

Xiao Chengjin raised his eyebrows, "Get up and answer."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Ning Jinghuai stood up.

Xiao Chengjin coughed lightly, "Tell me, what reward do you want?"

Such a high level of awareness must be rewarded.

Ning Jinghuai glanced at Xiao Chengjin and said darkly, "Your Majesty, I don't want any reward... I just want to stay at home and take care of my wife and daughter."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chengjin couldn't help but chuckle.

Taking care of your wife and educating your daughters...that's a nice idea.

"When I abdicate, you can go home and take care of your wife and daughter."

Ning Jinghuai: “….”

Abdicate?

The prince is only seven years old now, so it will take at least ten years for you to abdicate!

Thinking of this, Ning Jinghuai asked helplessly, "Your Majesty, please forgive me for asking such a disrespectful question."

"Ask, you are not guilty." The smile on Xiao Chengjin's lips deepened.

Ning Jinghuai said in a whisper, "When will you abdicate?"

Three years later, five years later...

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chengjin stroked his chin and was silent for a moment before replying, "Wait until the day when the Crown Prince can rule independently."

Ning Jinghuai scratched his head and sat back in his seat to deal with memorials.

Oh, just bear with it!

......

The next day, after lunch.

A secret guard brought the dusty Ji Yunce and Aunt Liu to Yongle Palace.

Steward Lin caught a glimpse of Ji Yunce and the other two and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, the Empress, Steward Ji and Madam Liu are here."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ruo put down the water cup in her hand and said, "Manager Lin, please invite them in."

"Yes, Your Majesty." Manager Lin responded and turned to leave the main hall.

Ji Yunce and Aunt Liu stopped and tidied their appearance.

After two months of stopping and walking, we finally arrived at the palace.

Steward Lin came to Ji Yunce and the others with an excited look on his face, "Steward Ji, Madam Liu, you are finally here."

Aunt Liu couldn't wait to ask, "Steward Lin, where is the Empress?"

Chief Steward Lin chuckled, "The Empress is chatting in the main hall, please follow me!"

"Will we disturb the Queen?" Ji Yunce whispered.

Steward Lin waved his hand and said, "The Empress is waiting for you."

As they were talking, the three of them arrived at the entrance of the main hall.

"This old servant pays homage to the Emperor, the Empress, Her Royal Highness the Princess... Father-in-law..." The two men knelt down and saluted one by one.

Xiao Chengjin raised his hand slightly, "Housekeeper Ji, Aunt Liu, please get up!"

Sheng Yunshao smiled, "Brother Ji, Aunt Liu, you have worked hard along the way."

"Father-in-law, please forgive me for embarrassing you." Ji Yunce replied with a bow.

Jiang Ruo looked at Aunt Liu who was silently wiping her tears and said, "Aunt Liu, you've been traveling hard these past few days."

"Empress, I am not tired at all." Madam Liu's voice was choked with sobs.

Finally, he arrived in the capital before the Queen gave birth.

Jiang Ruo looked at the two tired people and instructed Dongxue, "Dongxue, first arrange accommodation for Steward Ji and Madam Liu, and then prepare lunch."

"I obey your command." Dongxue's face was full of joy.

Afterwards, Jiang Ruo said to Ji Yunce and the others, "Butler Ji, Madam Liu, please go down and have a good rest first."

"Yes, Queen."

"Your servants and old servants will take their leave!" Dongxue and the other two bowed and retreated.

Jiang Ruo nodded slightly.

Xiao Chengjin looked at Jiang Ruo, who looked tired, and said, "Ruoruo, I'll help you take a nap."

Sheng Yunshao stood up and said, "You guys go take a nap. Your aunt and I will take a stroll around here."

In this way, Xiao Chengjin supported Jiang Ruo back to the bedroom.

Jiang Ruo lay on the bed, smiling and saying, "I have a feeling that we might be 'unloading' today or tomorrow."

I have a slight pain in my stomach.

Xiao Chengjin lay beside Jiang Ruo and kissed her forehead.

"My Ruo Ruo is going to suffer again."

Jiang Ruo curled her lips slightly, "Actually, I hope they are born earlier."

This late pregnancy is so tiring.

Xiao Chengjin sighed slightly, "Ruoruo, get some sleep!"

"Okay." Jiang Ruo closed her eyes.

Xiao Chengjin raised his hand and stroked Jiang Ruo's eyebrows, tears flashing in his eyes.

.......

It was three o'clock in the morning.

Jiang Ruo, who was awakened by the pain, pushed Xiao Chengjin and said, "Xiao Chengjin, I'm going to give birth."

Xiao Chengjin, who had just fallen asleep, was suddenly awakened.

"Ruoruo, I'll go call someone right away."

Xiao Chengjin turned over and got out of bed, then ran out in his slippers.

"Someone come, the queen is about to give birth." After he shouted, he immediately returned to the bedroom.

After hearing this, several secret guards immediately jumped down.

"Father-in-law, please wake up. The Queen is about to give birth."

"Midwife, the Queen is about to give birth."

For a time, Yongle Palace became busy.

Two midwives came to the bedroom and comforted Jiang Ruo softly.

"Your Majesty, don't be afraid. Relax."

Jiang Ruo nodded, "I understand."

Sheng Yunshao quickly put on his clothes and went to the bedroom.

"Ruoruo, giving birth to twins will be a bit hard, just bear with it."

"I'm not afraid as long as my father is here." Jiang Ruo held Xiao Chengjin's hand tightly.

The little phoenix sleeping in the side hall heard the noise and felt inexplicably panicked.

Why does this feeling come about?

Could it be that my sister...