"I feel really bad that you've gone to so much trouble for me, sister-in-law. It's rare for me to come home, but I'm already troubling you to get up so early to prepare breakfast for me."
"What makes you say that?" Madam Yang waved her hand, her expression carrying a hint of reproach. "We're family, why be so polite? Besides, you've been so considerate to me, I'm willing to take care of these trivial matters for you, it's just a pity..."
She sighed and continued, "Things at home have improved; we no longer lack servants and maids. But sadly, there's less and less I can do to help you..."
“Sister-in-law,” Jiang Huaiyu gently shook her head, her voice soft and warm, “You and my brother have been managing Han Yi Fang so carefully, which in itself is a huge help to me. By the way, I haven’t had a chance to ask yet, what brings you back this time?”
A hint of embarrassment crossed Yang's face as she sighed, "Well, it's nothing really... Yesterday, while I was moving goods with the workers, I was accidentally hit on the ankle by a box. It was just a slight swelling, but your brother insisted that I come back to rest for a few days. I thought, since that's the case, and I haven't seen Fengyun and Huiyi for quite a while anyway, and I miss them, I took the opportunity to come back."
"Are you injured?"
Jiang Huaiyu immediately put down the bowl in her hand and wanted to get up to check, but was gently pressed down by Madam Yang.
“Don’t worry, I’m really fine,” Mrs. Yang said, taking a few steps inside the house to show that she was alright. “Look, I walk steadily and there’s no sign of me limping. It’s just a slight bruise. I’ll apply some herbal medicine and it will heal in a few days.”
Jiang Huaiyu was relieved. "That's good. Sister-in-law, you should rest well at home these next few days and don't overwork yourself. Yingxiang and Granny Liao can take care of things like cooking. I will never let myself go hungry."
Feeling her deep concern, Yang was warmed and smiled as she agreed, "Alright, alright, sister-in-law, I'll listen to you. Don't say anything more about me, or your porridge will get cold."
Jiang Huaiyu picked up the bowl again, took a bite, and before she could swallow, a strong feeling of nausea welled up in her throat. She couldn't help it and immediately leaned over the bed and began to dry heave violently.
"Ugh...cough cough cough..."
She coughed incessantly, which startled Yang, who quickly poured her a cup of hot tea.
After Jiang Huaiyu calmed down and rinsed her mouth, Yang asked with concern, "Sister-in-law, what's wrong? You vomited without eating anything. Are you feeling unwell? We should call a doctor to take a look as soon as possible!"
Just as Madam Yang was about to get up and call Yingxiang to fetch a doctor, a thought suddenly flashed through her mind. She turned around and asked, "Sister-in-law, have you been feeling nauseous a lot lately?"
Jiang Huaiyu shook her head gently, her tone slightly tired, "It's nothing serious, it's just that I haven't had a good appetite lately, perhaps because I've been busy with academy affairs and am physically and mentally exhausted."
"This is unusual..."
Yang turned back to Jiang Huaiyu's side, held her hand tightly, and asked with concern, "Sister-in-law, tell me, when was your last period?"
"Last time?"
Jiang Huaiyu pondered for a moment, then murmured softly, "It seems there was no bleeding last month, so it must be around the first month of the lunar calendar..."
She suddenly realized something, her eyes widened, and her expression instantly turned extremely shocked.
"Sister-in-law, do you mean... I'm really pregnant?"
Madam Yang's face lit up with joy. "If you haven't had your period in February, then it's almost certain you're pregnant! You're so young, you might not understand, but I've been through this. Early pregnancy does cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Such a serious matter, and your personal maid, Yingxiang, was completely oblivious! She's so careless! But then again, she's just an inexperienced young girl; it's no wonder she was so negligent..."
She held Jiang Huaiyu's hand tightly, talking to herself as she suddenly stood up.
"That won't do. We must get a doctor to make a diagnosis right away so we can feel at ease!"
Jiang Huaiyu stopped her, and said hesitantly, "Sister-in-law, I still have to go to the private school, I'm afraid I won't have enough time."
Madam Yang shook her head, her tone resolute. "Sister-in-law, I can agree to anything else, but this is not something I can compromise on. During pregnancy, the body is at its most vulnerable, and we must have a doctor come to confirm the diagnosis immediately. Besides, you haven't eaten a single grain of rice since last night, and you're too weak to teach. Just listen to me, rest well at home first, and have Granny Liao prepare some light and palatable food for you. We can decide whether to go to the private school after the doctor's diagnosis."
Jiang Huaiyu was still somewhat hesitant, "But if I delay going, won't the private school fall into chaos?"
Madam Yang suddenly burst out laughing. "Sister-in-law, everyone says pregnant women become a bit confused, and that's absolutely true. With your intelligence, how come you're suddenly so inflexible? Your maid Yingxiang, who has served you since childhood, has been accompanying you to the private school every day since she came to our house. Later, have her take Fengyun and Huiyi to school, and tell the students that you have something to attend to and that they should preview the material on their own. Wouldn't that be perfect?"
"That is indeed feasible."
Since taking over the private school, Jiang Huaiyu had never been late before, so she really hadn't considered this point.
Madam Yang smiled and patted her hand, "Then you should rest well and wait for the good news from the doctor!"
After saying that, she hurriedly left the room and busied herself arranging everything.
Jiang Huaiyu sat alone on the bed, her mind still somewhat confused. Her heart was racing, her head was spinning, and she unconsciously placed her hand gently on her lower abdomen, feeling the potential pulse of life.
Is she really pregnant?
If this is true, then that period of time must have been planted in that quiet little courtyard in Yuqian Lane...
Whenever she recalls those heartwarming moments, a shy blush instantly rises to her cheeks.
...
Soon after, Granny Liao brought over some light and delicious dishes that Jiang Huaiyu reluctantly ate. After the meal, the physician arrived gracefully.
After taking the pulse, the doctor smiled, clasped his hands in congratulations to everyone.
"Congratulations! Madam Bai is already two months pregnant. I will prescribe a remedy for her to take every morning. It will definitely alleviate her pregnancy discomfort."
Upon hearing this, Lady Bai was overjoyed. "That's wonderful!"
She looked at Jiang Huaiyu with concern in her eyes, "Good daughter-in-law, this is the first baby of our Yujing. You must take good care of your body and not overwork yourself. I think it would be better to put aside your job as a private tutor for now and focus on your pregnancy!"
Jiang Huaiyu shook her head gently. "Lecturing is just a matter of talking, and it doesn't make me feel tired. Besides, how can I abandon those children who are eager for knowledge just because I'm pregnant?"
Bai Qishi glared at her with displeasure.
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