Chapter 164 Heading to Jiangnan for Disaster Relief
After returning to Beijing, the days passed by one by one.
Xu Chumian's body became increasingly cumbersome.
Zhao Lingyao would come to keep Xu Chumian company every day to talk and relieve her boredom.
Therefore, Zhao Yu was much more amiable when he saw Zhao Lingyao.
As evening fell, Zhao Yu entered the room and saw Xu Chumian asleep by the bedside. Her eyes were closed, and her long, curled eyelashes looked like two small fans.
Zhao Yu curled his lips into a smile.
His gaze, however, kept drifting downwards.
Xu Chumian likes to wear a soft robe when she sleeps, and the collar has become a little loose from rubbing against the ground.
From Zhao Yu's perspective, one can vaguely see the curve within.
Zhao Yu looked away, tucked the blanket around Xu Chumian again, and turned to leave.
The meal was still being prepared in the outer room.
Zhao Yu recalled the summons he received from the palace earlier that day.
The Yellow River floods prompted Zhao Yu to immediately travel to Jiangnan to provide disaster relief.
Xu Chumian is now more than five months pregnant.
It might take three or four months for Zhao Yu to make it back to the capital.
Zhao Yu's heart sank slightly.
Xu Chumian's soft voice came from behind, "He'an, what are you doing standing under the eaves?"
Zhao Yu turned around, his cold and stern face softening considerably. He said gently, "Let's have a meal."
It wasn't until after dinner that Zhao Yu brought up the matter of Jiangnan.
Zhao Yu did not intend to hide this from Xu Chumian.
After Zhao Yu finished speaking, Xu Chumian lowered her head and remained silent for a long time.
Zhao Yu gently stroked her profile.
"Chu Mian, I'll be back as soon as possible."
Xu Chumian looked up, her eyes welling up with tears. She nodded. "When are you leaving?"
Zhao Yu sighed softly, "The day after tomorrow."
Xu Chumian frowned slightly, "Since it's so urgent, then I'll go with you..."
Zhao Yu touched her forehead and held Xu Chumian's hand. "Jiangnan is dangerous. I can't let you take the risk with me."
Xu Chumian's tears fell instantly.
“He’an, but you’re not here… I’m scared…”
Zhao Yu held her in his arms and comforted her for a long time, "Chumian, I will definitely try my best to come back when you give birth."
Zhao Yu was truly unwilling to let Xu Chumian give birth to the child alone.
From the moment Xu Chumian became pregnant, Zhao Yu read many medical books.
Childbirth is extremely dangerous for women; even the slightest problem could lead to an accident.
Zhao Yu was unwilling to gamble.
He blamed himself again in his heart, cursing himself as a bastard.
I was furious that night in Chenzhou and wouldn't let Xu Chumian escape no matter what, which led to the situation we have today.
Not only did Xu Chuming have to keep the baby's true month of gestation a secret, but she also had to live in constant fear.
Zhao Yu hugged Xu Chumian tightly, repeatedly saying sorry.
Xu Chumian bit her lip and hugged Zhao Yu tightly. Her hot tears almost melted Zhao Yu's heart.
After crying for a while, Xu Chumian felt a little better.
The image of me taking Mumu to the capital for medical treatment alone is still vivid in my mind, but now she has become so timid...
Xu Chumian wiped her eyes, trying to suppress her unease, and said, "He'an, you must be careful. The baby and I are waiting for you to come back at the manor."
Having finally reunited, Zhao Yu naturally wouldn't abandon his mother and daughter.
Zhao Yu wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and said softly, "I will write back to you every day."
Xu Chumian shook her head in his arms, "No need for daily rest, you need to get some rest."
That night, the two talked a lot.
Xu Chumian couldn't bear to go to sleep, wishing she could take a few more glances at Zhao Yu.
In both his past and present lives, the last time Xu Chumian was this clingy was when Zhao Yu was about to lead troops to fight in the north. At that time, Xu Chumian was worried terribly every day, and like a little tail, she would follow him around after returning to Wenju from Zhao Yu.
They were afraid that one day they would not be able to see Zhao Yu again.
The same is true today.
Upon learning that Zhao Yu was going to Jiangnan, Xu Chumian got up early in the morning, helped Zhao Yu tidy his clothes, and saw him off at the mansion.
When Zhao Yu returned from his shift, he waited for him on the road lined with camellias.
Their past and present lives overlapped repeatedly, but the difference was that Xu Chumian was pregnant, and Zhao Yu had a new family.
After many twists and turns, thanks to the grace of heaven, Zhao Yu found Xu Chumian again.
Zhao Yu strode towards Xu Chumian, pulled her into his arms, and kissed her earlobe. "Have you been waiting long?"
Xu Chumian shook her head. "About 15 minutes, I've only been here a short time."
Zhao Yu chuckled and tapped her nose.
"You're pregnant, so don't come next time."
Xu Chumian pursed her lips; Zhao Yu was leaving tomorrow.
That evening, the entire Zhao family had dinner together.
After the meal, Zhao Yu spoke at length to Madam Zhang.
Madam Zhang nodded, "Alright, I understand. Don't worry, we will take good care of Chu Mian."
Duke Zhao never expected his son to be so long-winded.
On the way back, the couple walked hand in hand.
As Zhang watched the two figures disappear, she couldn't help but wipe the corner of her eye.
Fortunately, He'an finally got what he wanted.
Back in Heyun Courtyard.
Xu Chumian was like a busy little bee, constantly checking Zhao Yu's luggage, afraid of forgetting anything.
Zhao Yu looked helpless and held the person in his arms for a long time.
Zhao Yu kissed the top of her head, "More than anything else, I want to talk to you right now."
Xu Chumian hummed in agreement and obediently hugged Zhao Yu's waist.
Zhao Yu carried the person directly to the bed.
On the eve of parting.
I always feel very reluctant to part with it.
But there's nothing I can do.
Zhao Yu could only try his best to make Xu Chumian happy.
Xu Chumian's belly was swollen, and Zhao Yu kissed it. Before long, it would flatten out, and there would be another child in Heyun Courtyard.
Zhao Yu felt as if he were a taut bow, and he was in great discomfort.
Xu Chumian turned to the side and slid her fingers down.
I don't know how much time has passed.
...
Zhao Yu wiped Xu Chumian's fingers with a handkerchief.
Xu Chumian was drowsy, but she still forced herself to stay awake.
Zhao Yu kissed Xu Chumian's profile.
First sleep, I love you.
The next morning, before dawn, Zhao Yu woke up.
Xu Chumian got up with him and had just seen him off as he left the mansion.
The entire Zhao family waited at the entrance of the mansion. The carriage was ready, and there were also some guards.
Zhao Yu held Xu Chumian in his arms for a long time before saying, "Wait for me to come back."
Xu Chumian's eyes stung with tears. "He'an, be careful."
The two embraced for a long time.
Finally, Duke Zhao said, "Go early and return early."
Xu Chumian kept wiping away her tears. Looking at Zhao Yu, she really wanted to follow him.
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