Chapter 166 Zhao Yu Returns to the Capital
After dinner, Madam Zhang personally escorted Xu Chumian back to Heyun Courtyard, lest she trip and fall on the way if she didn't see clearly.
Madam Zhang spoke gently and took great care of her daughter-in-law.
Xu Chumian felt conflicted. Even now, she still couldn't get along with Zhang Shi like a normal person, but it was much better than in her previous life.
It can't be that they reject it.
Back at Heyun Courtyard, Xu Chumian took a bath and then went to her inner room, where she crossed out a section on her schedule.
She started flipping through books, preparing a name for the child in her womb.
With Zhao Yu gone, the room became much quieter.
During the daytime, Xu Chumian would call in a few maids and servants to chat, and occasionally Xiao Tao would read to her by the bedside.
But Xu Chumian still felt empty.
She covered herself with the blanket, one hand stroking her belly, the other reaching towards Zhao Yu's bed.
She missed Zhao Yu.
I really want to.
Meanwhile, in the government office of Hongzhou in Jiangnan.
Zhao Yu and several officials lived in the backyard of the government office.
They were so busy every day that their feet barely touched the ground. Seeing that the disaster was almost under control, several officials and yamen runners in the government office suggested going to a restaurant for a simple drink to celebrate.
Zhao Yu was among them. He didn't drink much, but he only showed up once, drank a few cups of wine, and then returned to the yamen. Guan Yan went with him.
But this time, as soon as Zhao Yu entered the courtyard, his face darkened.
Even after drinking, Zhao Yu's martial arts skills remained as sharp as ever.
He had Guan Yan kick the door open.
Inside, a scantily clad young woman was resting her head on Zhao Yu's bed.
Zhao Yu's eyes were icy cold, and his voice was like ice, "Get out here."
The woman shrank back and said in a soft voice, "My lord."
Zhao Yu glanced at Guan Yan expressionlessly, his meaning crystal clear.
Guan Yan shuddered. If he didn't deal with this girl, he would be the one who got dealt with.
Guan Yan, with a cold face, dragged the person out directly.
Guan Yan asked directly, "Who sent you?"
The woman trembled all over, her exposed shoulders and chest were snow-white and delicate.
In the courtyard, Zhao Yu stood tall and imposing, his face like that of Yama, the King of Hell. He watched coldly, showing no mercy whatsoever.
Guan Yan glared at her, and the woman quickly put on her clothes.
"This concubine..."
Upon closer inspection, the more familiar the person seemed.
Just then, a hidden weapon flew out from the woman's sleeve and headed towards Zhao Yu.
Zhao Yu's lips curled into a cold smile. He drew the sword from Guan Yan's waist and began to fight with the woman. Before the woman could even see how Zhao Yu made his move, he stabbed two holes in her chest and abdomen.
Zhao Yu said coldly, "Drag him away and interrogate him properly."
Guan Yan: "Yes!"
I wonder where this spy came from.
Since someone else had taken over Zhao Yu's room, he didn't want to sleep there anymore. Fortunately, there was a side room next door.
During this delay, Zhao Yu's mind became very clear, so he simply wrote a letter to Xu Chumian under the window.
The moonlight outside the window was bright and pure, just like Xu Chumian in his heart.
It's been almost two months since I left Beijing.
Chu Mian never mentioned the pain of pregnant women in her heart.
With a belly almost seven months along, you can barely see your toes anymore.
She is shy and doesn't like others to do things for her. She has difficulty turning over in bed and has always been a light sleeper, sometimes waking up several times during the night. She can't eat or sleep well.
She never mentioned these things in the letter, only instructing Zhao Yu to be careful in everything and to return to the capital safely.
Zhao Yu took a deep breath, suppressing his frustration, and went to his study to look at the memorials.
If he resolves the matter in Jiangnan sooner, he can return to the capital sooner.
The capital city.
The weather is getting colder, and Xu Chumian didn't sleep well last night; she was awakened by a nightmare.
In her dream, Zhao Yu was assassinated and wounded. Xu Chumian was extremely anxious in the dream, and blood was drawn the next morning.
Granny Liang was shocked to see this and immediately went to fetch a doctor.
This matter also alarmed Old Madam Zhao and Madam Zhang, and even the Second Madam rushed over.
"How is Chu Mian doing?"
The doctor stroked his beard. "The Crown Prince's wife is probably having many dreams at night and is having trouble sleeping. However, the pregnancy is not very stable. I will prescribe some medicine to calm the fetus and soothe the mind. Let's rest for a while and see how it goes."
Xu Chumian hummed in agreement, having no other choice.
Her face was still very pale, and she kept touching her stomach.
Xu Chumian was terrified that what she dreamed of would come true, so she dared not tell her elders to avoid causing them worry.
"Mother, you should go back and rest first. I won't get out of bed for the next few days. We'll talk again when things are more stable."
Zhang couldn't help but tear up.
Chu Mian's pregnancy was extremely difficult, and Zhao Yu was not by her side.
After Xu Chumian finished taking the medicine, Madam Zhang watched her until she fell asleep before leaving.
Xu Chumian slowly woke up in the evening, then had a small table brought over. She wrote an urgent letter on the bed and handed it to Zhao Nai, who was waiting outside, saying, "Find a way to deliver this to your young master."
"Yes, madam."
Xiao Tao couldn't help but say, "Madam, don't worry, the young master or young lady is destined for good fortune, they will definitely be alright."
Xu Chumian was still trembling slightly. She pursed her lips, unsure of who to tell about her dream...
In the following days, Xu Chumian's pregnancy became more stable, but she still dared not be careless and rarely left Heyun Courtyard.
For the sake of the child, they tried to eat as much of the food they couldn't finish in the past, and the tonics and medicines in Heyun Courtyard were always provided.
As the days went by, Xu Chumian counted down the time until she received Zhao Yu's second letter.
The letter mentioned that Zhao Yu was doing well. He had indeed encountered assassins, but everything had been resolved. In ten days, he would be preparing to return to the capital.
When Xu Chumian received the letter, she almost cried with joy.
She gently stroked her belly, "Baby, Daddy is going back to Beijing soon."
In the following days, Xu Chumian became much more energetic.
When her baby was almost nine months old, Xu Chumian found it difficult to even turn over in bed. She often had trouble breathing at night, but fortunately, Xiao Tao was in the room and could press on her breasts to help relieve the pain.
Xu Chumian was still a little unaccustomed to staying up late last night and not being able to get used to it when she opened her eyes this morning.
She was about to turn to the side when she quickly noticed something was amiss beside her.
She looked to her side in disbelief.
Zhao Yu hadn't even had time to change his clothes, and he was covered in dust from his journey. He stood by the bed, his eyes fixed on the woman on the bed.
His voice was extremely hoarse, "Chumian, I'm late."
Xu Chumian looked at him, tears welling up in her eyes, and reached out her hand to him, "He'an."
Zhao Yu steadied her with his long arm, and with his other hand gently wiped the moisture from her face. "Chu Mian, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."
Xu Chumian didn't know what to say. She wrapped her arms around Zhao Yu's neck, her eyes filled with tears that seemed to scald his heart.
Why did it take you so long to get back?
Xu Chumian was not spoiled at all. On the contrary, she would not tell Zhao Yu many things she could do herself. Zhao Yu used to enjoy Xu Chumian's dependence on him, but now, hearing his wife's extremely aggrieved cries, he felt a dense, dense pain in his heart.
He kissed away Chu Mian's tears, "I'm sorry for leaving you to watch over him alone for so long."
Xu Chumian cried for a while, her eyes red and swollen. She looked Zhao Yu up and down anxiously and asked, "Are you alright?"
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