Lanqin, heavily pregnant, strolled with Fourth Master in the small garden behind the front yard. Knowing Fourth Master's mood, Lanqin didn't say much, but simply placed her hand in his palm and let him lead her around.
Lanqin looked at the dark clouds in the sky, which resembled an ink painting, and how they moved freely like fairies in the sky, riding the wind and waves. She couldn't help but sigh and said, "Master, look at those clouds on the horizon. They come and go freely. How carefree and happy they are!"
The Fourth Prince looked in the direction she indicated, paused, and said, "Does Lan'er want to be like the clouds in the sky? Blowing away with the wind, disappearing without a trace?"
Lanqin said coquettishly, "Lan'er wouldn't dare to wander off. Lan'er is a little flower by my side, and I will always stay with you no matter what."
The Fourth Prince forced a smile and looked into Lanqin's eyes, saying, "Why didn't you tell me?"
Lanqin knew he was referring to the charcoal, so she deliberately pouted and said, "Back then, didn't you suspect me, Master? But I wasn't sure, so naturally I didn't dare tell you."
The Fourth Prince gently tapped Lanqin's forehead with pity. Although there was still little joy on his face, he didn't want the little princess to be too upset, so he forced a smile and said, "Since when have you ever been willing to wrong yourself?"
Lanqin puffed out her cheeks and said angrily, "I can't tell you about the grievances I've suffered. I just do whatever I want and find some fun for myself. It's a bit boring not having to wait for you all the time."
Fourth Master knew that Lanqin was outspoken and said whatever came to mind, so he didn't mind what he was saying. He looked at her large belly and slowly placed his hand on it. The little one inside was quite cooperative and actually kicked.
The Fourth Prince's expression softened considerably, and he said gently, "What an active little fellow! Will he be the prince who rides horses and draws a bow with me in the future?"
Lanqin glanced at him and said coquettishly, "What if she's a tomboy?"
What, a tomboy?
The Fourth Master pondered these words and couldn't help but burst out laughing.
"That's right, maybe she's a tomboy like you..." Fourth Master finally smiled, the things that had been lingering in his mind were finally dispelled by Lanqin's few words of laughter.
"thump!!!"
Suddenly, a splash came from behind the artificial hill where they were standing, followed by a child's cry.
"It sounds like the Third Prince's voice!" Lanqin exclaimed, her expression changing.
"Go ahead, slow down." With that, Fourth Master strode towards the back of the artificial hill, where there was an artificial pond.
Lanqin was anxious and, disregarding her own feelings, quickened her pace and headed in that direction. Nianxue was left behind and did not follow.
The Fourth Prince rushed to the edge of the Reed Pond and saw what appeared to be a person struggling in the water. Upon closer inspection, it was none other than the Third Prince!
Fourth Master didn't have time to think it through. Without even taking off his clothes and shoes, he immediately jumped inside.
Just as Lanqin arrived at this side, she saw that the Fourth Prince had already grabbed the Third Prince and was pushing him toward the shore.
"Master, quickly grab this branch, I'll help you." Lanqin looked around and picked up a slightly thicker, longer branch from the edge of the pond. She had just wanted to call for help, but she was worried about the Fourth Prince and the Third Prince, so she followed them instead.
"Where did you get your strength? Don't hurt the baby in your belly," Fourth Master said, panting.
"It's alright, Master. Quickly grab onto the branch. You're soaking wet and dragging someone along. It'll be hard to climb up without help. I'm feeling heavy now, and it's difficult for me to lean back." Lanqin had already found her position, leaning back with one foot in front and the other behind, gripping the branch with both hands.
The Fourth Prince was indeed struggling. He was kicking the water with all his might, while he had to hold onto the Third Prince with one hand and hold onto the bank of the Reed Pond with the other, unable to find a good foothold.
But seeing Lanqin's large pregnant belly, Fourth Master was really worried about hurting her, so he said, "Go and call someone. I'll just hold on like this for a while longer."
Lanqin was unwilling to let him go. She clearly saw that Fourth Master's breathing was getting heavier and heavier. If he didn't go up soon, he might not be able to get up at all.
"Help! Is anyone there?!" Lanqin still refused to leave and immediately shouted loudly.
However, this is the back garden of the Fourth Prince's front courtyard. Usually, no servants come here, only a few servants who are responsible for cleaning. Now that the Fourth Prince has come in, they have all made a point of avoiding him.
"Master, quickly grab the branch, I can manage!" Lanqin cried out anxiously.
Seeing her like that, Fourth Master, panting heavily, slowly reached out to reach the branch.
With great difficulty, he managed to reach the branch.
Lanqin felt a sudden tightness and quickly leaned back, putting all her weight down, which worked.
Fourth Master grabbed the tree branch, which provided a foothold, and began to push Third Prince toward the shore.
Slowly, the Third Prince's body began to move towards the shore. He was unconscious and his fate was unknown.
Just then, two cleaning servants came over and spotted them. They quickly dropped their tools, ran up, lifted the Third Prince up, and then tried to pull the Fourth Prince up. The Fourth Prince had almost no strength left; he was just clutching the muddy bank with his hands, as if he had used up all his strength.
Lanqin anxiously directed two servants to pull the Fourth Prince up, while she herself went to the Third Prince's side to check on his condition.
After the Fourth Prince came up, the two servants went to help Lanqin press water for the Third Prince.
"Lay him flat first, then press on his abdomen with your hands, quick!!" Lanqin glanced at the Fourth Prince, who was lying on the ground gasping for breath, and felt relieved. At this moment, the most important thing was to save the Third Prince.
Following Lanqin's instructions, the two servants took turns pressing water for the Third Prince. After about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the Third Prince began to spit out water continuously.
When Lanqin saw that Lanqin had started vomiting water, she thought to herself: I'm finally saved.
When more servants arrived, Lanqin instructed them to carry the Third Prince to her room and immediately fetch Doctor Wu. The Fourth Prince also followed along, supported by servants. Lanqin quickly ordered Su Peisheng to be found and asked him to prepare clothes for the Fourth Prince to change into. She herself, holding Nianxue's hand, also went to see the Third Prince.
When Doctor Wu arrived, the Third Prince had already woken up.
The Fourth Prince was still worried, so he naturally had Doctor Wu check the Third Prince's pulse. Su Peisheng hurriedly helped the Fourth Prince change his clothes. He was now filled with regret for not secretly following behind, but instead staying in front with Nianxue. If it hadn't been for Princess Niu's large pregnant belly pulling the Fourth Prince up, he, as her personal servant, wouldn't be alive today.
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