When Wei Hanzhou returned home at night, he felt that his home seemed different from before.

But if you ask him what's different specifically, he can't tell. It seems to be the same as before.

The people are still the same people, and the things are still the same things.

Wei Hanzhou was just thinking about it when he saw Nanny Shao coming out of the room.

"Aunt is back." Nanny Shao bowed to Wei Hanzhou.

As soon as he saw Madam Shao, Wei Hanzhou quickly saluted: "Madam."

After all, Nanny Shao is someone close to the elders, so it is reasonable for her to do so.

"The eldest lady is waiting for you, please come in quickly." Madam Shao said with a smile.

"Um."

After meeting Madam Shao, Wei Hanzhou's doubts increased. Madam Shao was someone close to his mother-in-law, so why did she suddenly come to the mansion? Moreover, from what she said, his mother-in-law should not have come.

Moreover, he finally realized that something was not right. It seemed that everyone in the mansion was in a good mood, with smiles on their faces and hurried steps.

Is there any happy event?

Although Wei Hanzhou was confused, he thought it would be better to go in and ask his wife.

As soon as he entered, Wei Hanzhou found Liu Tangxi sitting on the couch eating an apple.

"You're back~" Liu Tangxi greeted him with a smile.

Although Liu Tangxi looked fine, Wei Hanzhou was still a little nervous.

There was no other reason, because Liu Tangxi was sitting on the couch at the moment, and the people serving him also looked cautious.

Wei Hanzhou was very anxious. He walked over quickly, sat beside the couch, and asked as calmly as possible, "What's wrong? Has the doctor been here?"

Liu Tangxi shook his head and nodded.

Wei Hanzhou was even more confused.

Liu Tangxi had been holding it in for a long time, and couldn't help but explain it to him: "I went to the Marquis' Mansion today and visited Fu Yao and Shu Lan. My mother saw that I didn't look well, so she invited an imperial physician to come home to check on me."

As he said these words, Liu Tangxi couldn't stop smiling.

Wei Hanzhou originally thought that his wife was ill, but now looking at the bright smile on her face, he thought, my wife looks so happy, could it be that she is not seriously ill?

But if she wasn't seriously ill, why was she sitting on the couch? Also, why did Madam Shao come along? Everyone in the mansion was laughing...

Could it be that...

Wei Hanzhou's eyes widened slightly, and he lowered his head to look at Liu Tangxi's belly.

Looking at the direction of Wei Hanzhou's eyes, Liu Tangxi said somewhat unhappily: "Wei Hanzhou, you are too smart. You knew it before I even told you."

What a disappointment!

She originally wanted Wei Hanzhou to guess, but now, there is no need to guess.

Hearing this, Wei Hanzhou further confirmed his previous thought.

So, my wife is really pregnant?

Wei Hanzhou's gaze moved from Liu Tangxi's belly to her face.

Seeing the expectation in Wei Hanzhou's eyes, Liu Tangxi said affirmatively: "I have it."

Although he had been looking forward to this day for a long time, Wei Hanzhou still felt very excited when it really came.

However, the way he expressed excitement was different from others; he looked silly.

Seeing that Wei Hanzhou's expression was finally different from before, Liu Tangxi's depressed mood improved a little. He raised his hand and hit him, saying proudly: "Look at you, you are so stupid."

She had completely forgotten how silly she looked when she found out she was pregnant.

After being hit by Liu Tangxi, Wei Hanzhou finally came to his senses and raised his hand to hold Liu Tangxi's hand.

"Really...?"

Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "Of course, the imperial physician diagnosed it. It's been more than two months."

"More than two months?" Wei Hanzhou repeated subconsciously.

My parents have been here for more than two months.

Wei Hanzhou suddenly thought of the first few days when his parents arrived, so the child was conceived at that time.

Thinking of this, Wei Hanzhou glanced at Liu Tangxi, his eyes full of deep meaning.

Liu Tangxi seemed to think of what happened in the past few days. His face was slightly hot and he whispered, "Well, congratulations, Master Wei. Your efforts have paid off."

"Well, thank you for your cooperation."

Although there was no obvious change in Wei Hanzhou's expression, it was not difficult to hear the joy in his voice.

"What are you talking about? You're so reckless!" Liu Tangxi hit him lightly.

Wei Hanzhou grabbed Liu Tangxi's hand and held her in his arms. Looking at his gentle movements, it felt like Liu Tangxi was not a person but a treasure.

Feeling Wei Hanzhou's cautiousness, Liu Tangxi raised her arms, wrapped them around his waist, and rested her head in his arms.

Smelling the unique and strange scent on Liu Tangxi, Wei Hanzhou felt his whole heart was filled.

In his dream, he lost almost everything and was alone.

But in reality, he has everything.

How lucky I am.

The next morning, Nanny Cheng came back. She felt very guilty and knelt on the ground to apologize.

Liu Tangxi, on the other hand, comforted her with a few words.

After that, Nanny Cheng took even better care of her.

Nanny Shao stayed for a few days, and when she saw that the place was quite suitable, she went back.

When Li and others learned that Liu Tangxi was pregnant, they were very happy and brought some fresh vegetables grown by themselves to see her.

There were even more things sent from the Marquis' Mansion, and all kinds of supplements flowed into the mansion like water.

A month later, the third prince married the girl from the Marquis's mansion.

Liu Tangxi has been pregnant for more than three months. Although the weather is getting hotter, her appetite is much better than before.

I was shocked to hear the news.

Isn't it too fast for this prince to marry a queen?

It has been just over a month since the imperial edict was issued.

Isn't the Ministry of Rites the one that loves to procrastinate? Why are they so quick now?

At night, after turning off the lights, Liu Tangxi asked Wei Hanzhou.

"Isn't it too hasty for the Third Prince to marry a queen? I heard recently that things seem to be getting uneasy outside. What's going on? People are so worried."

Wei Hanzhou pondered for a moment, and without hiding anything, he whispered in Liu Tangxi's ear: "The court is getting more and more chaotic now. The Crown Prince and the Third Prince are making a lot of noise. Two officials had a fight at the morning court yesterday."

He didn't want to say it, nor should he, after all, his wife was pregnant. However, the court was already in chaos, and a bigger storm was about to come.

Rather than letting my wife know about it from somewhere else and get scared, it is better to tell her clearly in advance.

However, as he spoke, Wei Hanzhou placed his hand on Liu Tangxi's back, stroking her gently to calm her nervousness and uneasiness.

Liu Tangxi was a little surprised.

However, because she had read the book and also knew some of the actions of the King from Wei Hanzhou, she could accept such news. She was surprised because it was unexpected. This day came suddenly and she was not mentally prepared.

"After all, the crown prince is the heir apparent, and the third prince is eager to gain the support of the military commanders. The Ministry of Revenue was exposed for withholding military pay, and the crown prince insisted that it had nothing to do with him. Some people have suspected that the emperor did it on purpose. Although those wars were won, many soldiers were killed or injured because of the lack of timely supplies. The emperor's control over the military commanders has become weaker and weaker, so he supports the third prince's decision. Not only that, the emperor also wants to select the daughters of several ministers to enter the palace."

Liu Tangxi felt like he was listening to a story.

What a mess this is.

After the surprise, I was left speechless.

Emperor You, the Crown Prince, the Third Prince...are they all brainless? In the book, only Emperor You and the Crown Prince are brainless, but the Third Prince is. Now it sounds like the Third Prince is also so incompetent. Is it because the plot has changed and the heroine's halo is no longer on him?

However, these were not what Liu Tangxi cared about most, and she could not care about them. What she needed most was to save her life. Therefore, she just wanted to know who would win this war.

"But was it Prince Jian who did it?" Liu Tangxi asked in a low voice.

Wei Hanzhou said softly: "Yeah."

Hearing this affirmative answer, Liu Tangxi smiled.

"My lady, don't worry. No matter how chaotic other places are, the capital will not be in chaos for the time being. My lady, just be the same as before. Do whatever you want to do and don't worry about what's happening outside." Wei Hanzhou said.

He is still by Emperor You's side, and the Crown Prince and the Third Prince all want to win him over and will never provoke him.

So, my lady is safe now.

"Okay. I believe you." Liu Tangxi's eyes were full of trust.

As he said that, he hugged Wei Hanzhou and gave him a kiss.

Wei Hanzhou is becoming more and more lovable. He tells her everything and never gives her any perfunctory response.

"Hey, don't move, go to sleep."

"Oh, okay."

After saying that, Liu Tangxi closed his eyes.

In almost an instant, Wei Hanzhou heard the sound of breathing beside his ear.

Liu Tangxi is in very good health now, able to eat and sleep well, and he started going to the shop outside again from the next day.

Now there are three shops selling candied haws, and she originally wanted to open more branches. But after what Wei Hanzhou said to her last night, she gave up the idea. Judging from the current situation, it will not be long before the court will be in chaos. Who will win or lose is unknown, and she is pregnant and has limited energy, so she should not make any big moves.

She exchanged the money in her hand for silver bills accepted by all countries, and also exchanged part of it for gold, and put all of it in a small box.

If Wei Hanzhou really lost, she could take the money and run away with her family.

Another half a month passed, and Liu Tangxi took a horse carriage and slowly went to Li's place in the suburbs of Beijing.

As a result, she found that only Zhang and Zhou were embroidering at home, while Li and Wei Lao San were not at home.

"Where are mom and dad?"

Zhou smiled and explained, "They went to the city to sell vegetables."

"Ah? I went to sell vegetables. I haven't been feeling well these past few months and haven't been able to come here."

Zhang poured Liu Tangxi a cup of warm water and said, "Drink some water, third sister-in-law."

"You are pregnant now, so don't run back and forth. If you miss us, send someone to send a message and we will go to see you," said Zhou.

Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "I'm tired of staying at home all day, so I want to go out for a walk."

After sitting for a while, Wei Lao San and Li came back in a carriage.

Seeing them sweating profusely, Liu Tangxi said, "Dad, Mom, don't work so hard to sell vegetables in the future. If you need money at home, just tell me."

Li smiled and said, "We are not short of money. We still have some on hand. I can't embroider. There is no work in the fields now, and your father doesn't have to work. We thought we would be idle anyway, so why not take some vegetables to sell in the capital. It's just a little hot today."

"Then let's wait until it's cooler before going." Liu Tangxi said.

Li said, "If it gets colder, there will be no vegetables left. It is better to go and buy some now."

Liu Tangxi knew that it was useless for her to say anything more, so she stopped talking.

Li turned around and asked about her health. She was relieved to learn that she was able to eat and sleep well, and that she looked in good spirits.

Then, a few people started chatting.

"The price of vegetables in the capital is really expensive. We make more money than selling candied haws in the countryside. If I had known earlier, I would have planted more this year." Li said with some regret.

Liu Tangxi said, "Then wait until next year when Dad and Mom plant more. If there is any hard work, let me know and I will ask the servants to help."

Li waved her hands and said with a smile, "No need. We have a big family, so we can just do whatever we want."

After a while, Li went to cook, and Liu Tangxi went to the field to pick some cucumbers and made a cold salad.

After dinner, she fell asleep here.

There was a private room next to the main house which was reserved specifically for her and Wei Hanzhou.

Staying here, I feel like the chaos in the capital city has disappeared all of a sudden, and everything is still as peaceful as ever.

Liu Tangxi really likes this peaceful and quiet feeling.

As for the chaos in the capital, she did not tell Li and others, nor did Wei Hanzhou.

Liu Tangxi stayed here until the evening before returning.

After that, Liu Tangxi's appetite increased a lot and his figure gradually became plump.

But Wei Hanzhou became increasingly busy.

He used to be busy, but at least he would come home for dinner. But now he is so busy that he can't come home, and often comes back after Liu Tangxi falls asleep.

Liu Tangxi knew what Wei Hanzhou was busy with, so she was very considerate at first, she said nothing, supported him silently, and tried not to disturb him. And the baby in her belly was also sensible, except for some discomfort when she was first pregnant, it was fine after three months.

But, perhaps because she was pregnant, after two or three months, Liu Tangxi finally couldn't help but complain: "Why did you come back just now? You haven't been back to accompany me for many days."

Wei Hanzhou looked down at Liu Tangxi's aggrieved expression, then saw her slightly bulging belly, and felt very guilty.

"Sorry, it's my fault."

Liu Tangxi pouted and blurted out a question: "Tell me, are you tired of me?"

Wei Hanzhou frowned slightly and said, "What nonsense."

Wei Hanzhou had clearly denied it, but Liu Tangxi still felt wronged. She was a very strong person, but now she couldn't help shedding a few tears.

Seeing his wife crying, Wei Hanzhou panicked and wiped her tears. However, the tears were still falling, and Wei Hanzhou became more and more anxious and distressed. He raised his hand to hold Liu Tangxi in his arms and kept stroking her back to comfort her.

"Sorry." Wei Hanzhou apologized again, "I said the wrong thing."

After crying for a while and venting her emotions, Liu Tangxi felt much calmer and regained her rationality.

She left Wei Hanzhou's arms, wiped the tears from her face, and said with a smile: "It's okay, I was wrong just now, I shouldn't be so unreasonable. I know you are busy, I couldn't help it, you don't have to worry about me, just be busy with your own things, don't worry about the family, I will take care of my parents too."

She knew that the situation in the capital was very dangerous. If Wei Hanzhou made a wrong move, they would fall into an abyss of no return just like in the book.

Compared with daily companionship and life, it is nothing.

Only by surviving can the lives be together every day.

Liu Tangxi's tears were like needles, piercing Wei Hanzhou's heart. He thought that after he told her about the situation, he could be at ease and busy outside, but he ignored her feelings and ignored that she was different after she became pregnant.

It was his fault.

After wiping Liu Tangxi's tears with warm cotton cloth, the two of them turned off the lights and lay down on the bed.

"Among the military commanders, most support Prince Jian. Among the civil officials, some support the legitimate son, who were originally dissatisfied with the emperor's ascension to the throne. At the same time, Zheng Xiang's disciples also support Prince Jian."

Everything Wei Hanzhou said was good news.

"But I heard that something bad happened in the north due to the continuous increase in taxes, and Dayun is also preparing to make a move on the border." Liu Tangxi said in a low voice.

"□□ is true, and the border issue is false. The border is guarded by the three cities of Yunbei, so there will be no chaos."

Liu Tangxi widened his eyes.

Wei Hanzhou gently stroked Liu Tangxi's back over and over again, saying, "Don't worry, everything is under the control of the prince."

"Oh, that's right, the prince's fiefdom is there."

As he spoke, Liu Tangxi's mood calmed down and he gradually fell asleep.

Wei Hanzhou breathed a sigh of relief.

Things were far from being as simple as he said. The Crown Prince and the Third Prince were not comparable to Prince Jian, but Emperor You was the ruler of a country. Even though he was incompetent and had many problems with collecting taxes year after year, he had ruled Dali for many years and was personally appointed by the previous emperor, so he was legitimate.

However, Prince Jian has been secretly gathering power in the capital over the past year, and his control over the capital is much stronger than before.

Now that Emperor You has discovered it, it can't be changed.

Now, Emperor You didn't know how powerful Prince Jin was, so he didn't dare to attack him openly. He was afraid that if he really angered Prince Jin, Prince Jin would send troops to fight him head-on. He only dared to send people to assassinate him in private, or to eliminate Prince Jin's men.

Before Prince Jian has complete control over the capital, he will not confront Emperor You head-on, for fear that both sides will suffer losses.

Listening to the wind blowing outside and the leaves rustling, Wei Hanzhou thought that this winter would not be peaceful.

There will be results by early next year at the latest.

Liu Tangxi was sleeping soundly. Listening to the rustling sound of the wind, she frowned slightly and was about to wake up.

Wei Hanzhou collected his thoughts, raised his hand and gently stroked her back, saying softly: "Go to sleep, I'm here."

Soon, Liu Tangxi's brows gradually relaxed and he fell asleep again.

The next morning, Liu Tangxi woke up and felt a little cold in the quilt. She unconsciously wrapped herself tightly in the quilt. Wei Hanzhou, who was beside her, had already left.

Nanny Cheng heard the noise and came in.

"Ma'am, are you awake?"

Liu Tangxi said: "Hmm. Why does it feel so cold? Is it raining outside?"

Madam Cheng smiled and said, "No, it was just that the wind suddenly started blowing last night."

Liu Tangxi nodded.

"Would you like to lie down for a while or get up now?" asked Nanny Cheng.

Liu Tangxi didn't want to get up, but it was getting late and she was a little hungry.

"Start now."

"Okay, I'll go get you some clothes." Nanny Cheng smiled and went to the side to look for clothes. "Your previous clothes are no longer wearable. Fortunately, the Marquis's wife had someone make you some new autumn clothes two days ago, otherwise it would be troublesome."

"Well, mother is still thoughtful."

After a while, Liu Tangxi got up.

When I walked outside, I could feel a cool breeze. The leaves in the yard were all over the ground and Mrs. Chen was cleaning.

"Did you sleep well last night, madam? Were you woken up by the noise?" asked Mrs. Chen.

Liu Tangxi shook his head: "No, everything is fine."

In the late afternoon, when Liu Tangxi woke up and was about to make dinner, he saw someone coming.

"Fuyao, Shulan, why are you here?" Liu Tangxi asked in surprise.

Fu Yao smiled and said, "The crops in the fields are about to be harvested. Grandpa, grandma, dad and mom are busy harvesting the crops and have no time to look after my second sister and me. So we went to look for my third aunt."

Liu Tangxi is now pregnant and worried about the situation. She is not in a good mood and has forgotten such an important matter.

I guess not only the food is about to ripen, but the fruits in the fields are almost ripe as well.

Now that the manager hasn't come to see her, I guess she was taken away by her mother.

However, it was great that Fu Yao and Shu Lan came to see her.

"Okay, since Auntie San has nothing to do, you can come and keep me company."

"Um."

"What do you want to eat tonight? Auntie San will make it for you." Liu Tangxi asked with a smile.

"I want to eat diced chicken with grapes, candied sweet potato, and sweet and sour spare ribs." Fu Yao started to order food.

After hearing this, Shu Lan swallowed.

"Shulan, what do you want to eat?" Liu Tangxi asked.

Shu Lan glanced at Liu Tangxi's belly and said, "No need, Auntie San, I can just eat the same thing as Big Sister. I want to eat what Big Sister said."

Shulan has always been such an obedient and sensible person. When Liu Tangxi saw her looking at her belly, he understood.

"It's okay. If Third Auntie can't cook, just ask the kitchen to make it for you. It's not a big deal. Tell me, what do you want to eat?" Liu Tangxi said.

Shulan's thoughts were exposed. She pursed her lips and said a little embarrassedly: "I want to eat... I want to eat candied haws with red bean paste."

Hearing this, Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "That's not difficult. Just let them go to the store to buy it. Don't be so formal with Auntie San."

Shu Lan nodded and smiled with her lips pursed.

Seeing how cute she was, Liu Tangxi couldn't help but pinch her face.

Liu Tangxi turned around and said to Madam Cheng, "Have someone make two strings of red bean paste, green bean paste, and glutinous rice candied haws and send them over."

"Yes, ma'am."

"Okay, go review your lessons first, I'll go cook for you."

In the evening, Wei Hanzhou still did not return until the hour of Hai.

After he came back, Liu Tangxi started to talk: "This afternoon, Fuyao and Shulan came to our house and said that the grain from the fields was about to be harvested and there was no one at home to look after them. This was also my negligence, I almost forgot about the autumn harvest. I asked someone this afternoon and they said that our grain would be harvested in two or three days. My parents are old, and my sisters-in-law still have to embroider to earn money. I'm afraid it's not easy for my two brothers to ask for leave, so I thought, when the grain is harvested, let the servants on the farm help. What do you think?"

Wei Hanzhou looked carefully at Liu Tangxi's face and found that although she was busy, her face looked much better than yesterday. He immediately felt that it was a very correct decision to let the two sisters Fu Yao and Shu Lan come over.

"Well, my lady, you can do whatever you want." Wei Hanzhou said, "But, will the two sisters disturb you here? If they do, let them go back."

Liu Tangxi immediately retorted, "No, let them stay at our house. I'm so bored alone, and you don't come back at night, so I have no one to talk to. I feel like it's lively when they come."

"Well, let them stay here."

Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "Okay."