Although Jiang Yuzhu has never performed obstetric surgery, she is very familiar with the structure of the human body.
Several old women cried and were worried about being implicated, so they were all driven out by Jiang Yuzhu.
In the room, only Hong Jin was left as an assistant.
Jiang Yuzhu performed an episiotomy on Lanhua in front of Hong Jin.
Hong Jin couldn't help but shudder when she saw this scene.
"Don't be afraid, just wait until the baby is born and then sew it up."
There was no time to use anesthetic, Jiang Yuzhu cut with a pair of scissors, and the unconscious Lanhua was awakened by the pain, her face full of tears.
"Aunt Lanhua, push harder, the baby will be out soon!"
Perhaps thanks to Jiang Yuzhu's guidance, Lanhua felt a little more energetic and used all her strength despite the pain.
Finally, the child was born safely, a boy with a penis.
The baby's face was purple, his breathing was weak, his eyes were closed and he was not crying.
Hong Jin took the kid and slapped him on the butt. Only then did the kid start to whimper and cry.
Lanhua breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this, but then fainted again from exhaustion.
While Lanhua was unconscious, Jiang Yuzhu helped her sew stitches.
After tossing and turning all night, the sky was turning pale.
Jiang Yuzhu's hands and feet felt weak and her hands were trembling slightly.
She had always known about the risks of childbirth for women, but she had no specific concept of it.
Only after witnessing Aunt Lanhua's difficult childbirth did Jiang Yuzhu realize how difficult it was.
If she had not performed an episiotomy using modern methods, it is hard to say whether the child could have been saved.
If an ordinary family does not have the old ginseng soup to keep them alive, and they suffer from severe bleeding during labor, they can only do their best and leave the rest to fate.
After returning to the room, Jiang Yuzhu couldn't sleep after washing up, so she leaned on the bed in a daze.
Xie Zhao sat by the bed, patted his wife's back gently, and said softly, "Yuzhu, you don't have to work so hard."
As a master, it is rare for him to be gentle and not beat or scold his servants.
Xie Zhao found that Jiang Yuzhu was very contradictory. She didn't like to meddle in other people's affairs, but at certain times she chose to stand up and had her own principles.
"Yuanhe, I understand what you mean."
Jiang Yuzhu smiled bitterly. She was not a kind-hearted person and liked to watch from the sidelines.
Maybe she got so much after entering the book that she always wanted to give something back.
"Aunt Lanhua follows me, so she's one of my own. If there really were two deaths, I wouldn't be able to taste her cooking."
Jiang Yuzhu found a tenable excuse and casually dealt with Xie Zhao.
Xie Zhao didn't care and coaxed her softly: "You didn't sleep all night, your husband will read you the travel notes written by your cousin..."
Chen Tao always thought that he was unparalleled in talent and knowledge, and well-versed in both ancient and modern times.
Because of this, the travel notes were too detailed and the long sections were too straightforward, making them uninteresting.
Before leaving, Chen Tao left behind several travel notes, which have become Jiang Yuzhu's bedtime reading.
"Yuanhe, I might not be able to sleep."
Jiang Yuzhu stared at the bed curtain with wide eyes, her mind blank, and said uncertainly.
Xie Zhao opened the travelogue and read it in a clear voice without any emotion, like chanting a sutra. After a while, Jiang Yuzhu's breathing became even.
"Master, the lady hasn't had breakfast yet."
Hong Jin peeked in with the food box in hand, and seeing the master was there, she only dared to answer from the doorway.
Xie Zhao waved his hand and said, "Come in."
As he spoke, he handed a few travel notes to Hong Jin and said calmly, "Keep them. They will be very useful."
From then on, when Jiang Yuzhu couldn't sleep, she would read Chen Tao's travel notes to hypnotize herself.
Xie Zhao thought about it and decided to write a letter to the Chen family when he had time, praising Chen Tao's talent and asking someone to bring a few more books over.
With Chen Tao's years of accumulation, it is definitely enough for Jiang Yuzhu to avoid insomnia for several years.
"Princess Yutan and the Second Young Master have arrived at the mansion and are waiting for you in the side hall."
Hong Jin was in charge of delivering the message. Seeing Xie Zhao about to leave, she closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and gritted her teeth, "Master, please stay."
"What's up?"
Xie Zhao's voice was calm, but it sounded extremely tense to Hong Jin's ears.
After pondering for a while, Hong Jin mustered up the courage to say, "Master, I didn't intend to eavesdrop or peek in the room before. It was just a coincidence."
"Don't worry, I have no other advantages except my tight-lipped nature. I didn't see you fake a fall, nor did I see you pretending to be weak to elicit Madam's sympathy..."
Hong Jin hid the secret from his wife. Although she felt a little uncomfortable, she thought about the consequences of telling everything and finally chose not to expose the master.
My life is important. How can I serve my wife if I lose my life?
There were footsteps in the inner room. Jiang Yuzhu yawned and asked, "When did it happen?"
Xie Zhao: "..."
Hong Jin: “…”
There was an awkward silence in the room.
Jiang Yuzhu was still a little dazed. She was very sleepy and her mouth was dry. She just took a sip of tea and went back to bed to sleep.
Xie Zhao glanced at Hong Jin calmly. Hong Jin felt a chill on her neck and felt like she was finished.
Oops, the more she talked, the more mistakes she made. She shouldn't have decided to speak out because she was afraid that the master would hold a grudge against her!
If Hong Jin wants to survive, she has to cling to the Madam desperately. The Madam is her support!
In the side hall, Princess Yutan and Jiang Huaiqing had been waiting for a while, and several generals from the north city camp also came with them.
"Thank you, sir. There was a heavy snowstorm outside the city, which collapsed the barbarian tents. The barbarians are short of food and clothing, and have already planned to retreat."
It sounds like it is beneficial to their side, but in fact it is exactly contrary to Xie Zhao's plan.
Once the barbarians return to the territory of Sishui City, the confrontation between the two armies will last longer.
By this calculation, it will be delayed for at least a few months.
The North can wait, but the capital can no longer.
If she cannot capture Sishui City and ensure the stability of the north, Princess Yutan will not be able to return to the capital to help Xiao She.
"The border town suffered a severe snowstorm. The streets haven't been cleared yet, and the camp is short of firewood. The soldiers can't leave the city to fight."
There have been similar situations in previous years, and the two countries have tacitly reached a truce.
Now that the other side has retreated voluntarily and our soldiers are unable to launch a surprise attack, there is no better way than to continue the stalemate.
The generals had discussed the matter and were at a loss as to what to do, so they all came to Xie Zhao for advice.
Xie Zhao leaned back in his chair, playing with his teacup, his expression not at all troubled. He turned to Mo Qianyu and asked, "Do you have a map of the area outside the city?"
"Thank you, sir. What you mean is..."
Princess Yutan frowned. Was she still planning to kill the barbarians outside the city?
"This is like hurting the enemy a thousand times and hurting yourself eight hundred times."
Although Princess Yutan wanted to return to the capital, she would not watch her soldiers being pushed into the fire pit.
Some veterans have been with her for many years, sharing life and death countless times, and getting along like brothers.
As one of the main generals, there must be sacrifices to gain, but Princess Yutan is reluctant to do so and is caught in a dilemma.
"Don't worry, my lady."
Xie Zhao always acted calm, and the anxious hearts of Jiang Huaiqing and others gradually calmed down.
After checking the map, Xie Zhao circled a few points and said with a deep look in his eyes, "Since the barbarians have changed their route, we should also change it in time. I have a better idea."
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