Chapter 671 The Little Princess is Pregnant
Shang Ruyi's heart sank.
Although Ashina Shali and Lady Jiayuan were standing behind her and couldn't see the fleeting surprise in her eyes, Ashina Shali still keenly noticed her rapid breathing at that moment.
He frowned and looked down at Shang Ruyi by the bedside: "What's wrong?"
"without--"
Shang Ruyi looked at Lei Yu's furrowed brows and subconsciously wanted to hide it, but she immediately came to her senses. She glanced at Lei Yu's pale face, took a deep breath, and lowered her head.
"Um?"
Ashina Shali felt increasingly uneasy and was about to ask again when a woman, led by the maid from before, hurriedly entered. Just as she was about to pay her respects to the Khan and his wife, Lady Jiayuan said impatiently, "Quickly go and check on the little princess. Make sure she is not hurt."
"yes."
The woman immediately went to the bedside. She had initially thought that Shang Ruyi was in the way and was about to ask her to move aside, but when she looked down, she saw that even in her unconscious state, the little princess was tightly holding her wrist with one hand. She immediately knew that the two had a close relationship, so she said no more and simply said, "Please put the little princess's hand here."
Shang Ruyi remained silent and placed Lei Yu's hand on the edge of the bed.
The woman held Lei Yu's wrist, which was much thinner than before, and pressed two fingers against his pulse point. After taking a while, she suddenly jolted, then hurriedly turned Lei Yu's face to check his complexion and touch his neck.
Seeing her actions, Lady Jiayuan behind her became even more worried and hurriedly asked, "What's wrong with her?"
Shang Ruyi remained calm and watched quietly as the woman's expression gradually brightened with joy. She then lowered Lei Yu's hand, turned to Ashina Shali and Lady Jiayuan, and bowed respectfully, saying, "Congratulations, Khan! Congratulations, Lady! The little princess is pregnant!"
"What!?"
Lady Jiayuan could hardly believe her ears, staring wide-eyed at the woman: "You, you said the little princess—"
The woman exclaimed with delight, "The young princess is pregnant, and she's already more than two months along!"
This confirmation, once again, weighed heavily on Shang Ruyi's heart like a boulder.
She felt her heart pounding heavily, and her breathing seemed even more difficult than before. Looking down at Lei Yu's pale face and furrowed brows, a feeling of heartache welled up inside her.
I was right after all.
Lei Yu is really pregnant.
Moreover, it's been more than two months...
At that moment, a multitude of thoughts surged through her mind, churning within her heart as if in competition with that bittersweet feeling. She didn't even know whether she should be happy or sad, or whether she should be happy for Lei Yu or sad for Lei Yu.
Just then, Ashina Shali's deep voice sounded from behind. Compared to Lady Jiayuan's joy, he was clearly calmer and asked, "Did she hurt the baby when she fell from her horse?"
The woman hurriedly said, "The little princess is in good health and has no external injuries. Judging from her pulse just now, the fetus is also quite stable and has not been harmed. However, there must be no more such bumps and injuries in the future."
Lady Jia Yuan breathed a sigh of relief, still shaken, and said, "Good, good!"
As she spoke, she became happy again and turned to Ashina Shali, whose expression had softened slightly, saying, "Khan, quickly tell everyone this good news—Iasu has an heir, so you, Khan, also have a successor!"
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi turned back and glanced at her again.
Ashina Shali Na, with only one eye left, which was filled with fierceness, also showed a hint of joy at this moment. He nodded slightly and was about to say something when he was interrupted by a very soft voice.
"Don't……"
Upon hearing that voice, everyone's heart skipped a beat.
Shang Ruyi hurriedly turned her head and saw Lei Yu, who had been unconscious with her eyes closed, slowly open them. For the first time, a weak and tender expression appeared on her beautiful yet sharp face. She looked up at Ashina Shali and Lady Jiayuan and whispered, "Don't tell anyone..."
Upon seeing her awake, Madam Jiayuan was overjoyed: "Lei Yu, you're awake."
Lei Yu nodded gently, but her gaze slowly shifted to Shang Ruyi beside her. Shang Ruyi didn't say anything, but silently sat down on the edge of the bed and helped her lean against her. The intimate relationship between the two made Ashina Shali frown again, but when she looked at Lei Yu again, her displeasure was eventually washed away by joy.
He said, "Lei Yu, you must take good care of yourself."
Lei Yu lowered his head: "Yes."
"But what did you mean when you said not to tell anyone?"
"Khan, this news—I want to keep it a secret for now."
"Why?"
"Because Iasu has not yet returned."
"..."
"I want to wait until he comes back, and then I'll tell him in person first."
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi's breath caught in her throat. Ashina Shali and Lady Jiayuan exchanged a glance, both of them showing a hint of joy on their faces. Lady Jiayuan, in particular, said happily, "That's true. He should indeed be told to be a father by you personally."
Ashina Shali frowned again: "Why hasn't he come back yet? Didn't he say he was just going to the neighborhood?"
"this--"
Lady Jiayuan hesitated for a moment, and before she could say anything, she heard Ashina Shali say angrily, "Useless thing."
Although he was scolding, his eyes and brows were full of joy.
It's clear that although he verbally expressed dissatisfaction with his youngest son, he secretly loved and doted on him.
Seeing his reaction, Lady Jiayuan breathed a sigh of relief. She glanced around, composed herself, and then ordered, "Listen carefully, all of you. The news of the young princess's pregnancy must not be revealed before Iasu returns. Anyone who leaks this information will be killed!"
The woman, along with several maids, hurriedly knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly in agreement.
Lady Jiayuan asked Lei Yu a few more questions, and then noticed that although Lei Yu was trying to keep up her spirits, her eyelids were still drooping, which meant she was very tired. So she decided to go back with Ashina Shali first and let her rest. Before leaving, she ordered someone to quickly bring hot water for Lei Yu to wash up and also to bring her some medicine to help with pregnancy.
Ashina Shali did not leave immediately, but instead looked down again at Shang Ruyi sitting by the bed.
He said, "Don't let her stay here and bother you anymore."
"No……"
Lei Yu shook her head, about to say something, when Shang Ruyi raised her head and said to Ashina Shali, "Khan, I know medicine. Lei Yu is my friend. I will stay by her side and take care of her body and her unborn child."
"..."
"As for what to do with me—the Khan can do it anytime."
These words made the atmosphere in the tent tense once again.
Lei Yu, in particular, immediately looked up at Ashina Shali, her eyes flashing with weakness and pleading. Ashina Shali, under her gaze, frowned and revealed a fierce look, but this fierceness could not be sustained.
After a long silence, he said, "I will not forget how I dealt with you."
"..."
"But since you can take care of the little princess's health—"
Lei Yu hurriedly said, "Thank you, Khan!"
Ashina Shali's eyes flashed with displeasure, clearly knowing that he was being coerced. However, at this moment, the fact that his beloved youngest son had an heir could indeed alleviate much of his unhappiness. Moreover, Shang Ruyi was still in Turkic territory, and if he wanted, he could tear this enemy's daughter to pieces at any time. There was no need to rush.
So he said, "Alright, you should rest."
After saying that, he turned and walked out.
Lady Jiayuan also breathed a sigh of relief. She glared at Shang Ruyi with a serious expression, but didn't say much. She only gave Lei Yu a few more instructions before following Ashina Shali away.
Just as they opened the tent flap and went outside, Shang Ruyi subconsciously glanced outside.
Outside the tent, it was still pitch black.
But in the darkness, some figures lingered nearby, and she recognized them at a glance—the tallest, with the brightest eyes, a figure that, despite his best efforts to maintain composure, seemed to burn with a flame.
Ashina Zhuxie.
He stood not far away, quietly watching this side.
Upon seeing Ashina Shali, who had just stepped outside, his tall frame seemed to stiffen for a moment. He immediately closed the tent flap behind him, and in the instant the cold wind was cut off, Shang Ruyi vaguely saw Ashina Zhuxie lower his head under the pressure of his gaze.
Inside the tent, peace returned once more.
This time, however, the calm was tinged with a sense of oppression, even suffocating.
Shang Ruyi helped Lei Yu sit up against the headboard and placed several soft cushions under her lower back to make her more comfortable. Then she sat down on the edge of the bed, facing Lei Yu directly into her eyes.
She asked softly, "Are you... really alright?"
Lei Yu smiled faintly.
There was a hint of relief in her smile, but also a touch of weariness. She said calmly, "Don't worry, I know how to protect myself."
"..."
"I'm fine."
As she spoke, she looked down at her stomach, her eyes dimming slightly.
She murmured, "This child is alright too."
"..."
Shang Ruyi's breathing became heavier and heavier. She looked at Lei Yu's long eyelashes, which completely covered her bright eyes. However, some emotions could be seen without looking at her eyes. These emotions were not only tormenting her, but also tormenting Shang Ruyi at this moment.
After an unknown period of silence, Shang Ruyi finally spoke, her voice dry and hoarse, as if it had been rubbed by sand and gravel.
"You don't want to be the first to tell Iasu, do you?"
"...!"
Lei Yu was slightly startled.
She hesitated for a moment, then finally looked up at Shang Ruyi. But before she could say anything, Shang Ruyi continued, "You probably haven't decided whether or not to keep this child."
"..."
"You didn't originally want this child, did you?"
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