After thinking about it for a while, Geng Youran felt that this matter still needed to be resolved eventually.
Staying here for a man does seem a bit foolish; in modern terms, it's called being "love-struck."
But her return obviously carries unknown risks.
First of all, everyone connected to him will be implicated. Even if Yinzhen becomes emperor in the future, it's not certain that he can cover it all up.
Secondly, she wasn't sure if her modern physical body still existed. If it did, would her soul return? What would happen to Xinyi then? If it didn't, she would most likely return with this body. Would her modern relatives and friends still recognize her?
After thinking about it, Geng Youran decided to call Xinyi over to discuss it together.
Xinyi was already considered an official's wife. She was newly pregnant and usually helped Amut manage several estates and shops. With the money and shares that Geng Youran had given her before, she lived a very easy life.
Seeing that Xiao Anzi had come to invite him personally, he guessed that something had happened to Geng Youran.
"Xiao Anzi, what exactly happened to our master?"
"Sister Xinyi, nothing's wrong with our master, but he's been spacing out a lot these past few days."
Seeing that Xiao Anzi really didn't know anything, Xinyi thought she should wait until she saw Gege before asking.
"This servant greets Your Highness."
Geng Youran quickly helped Xinyi up.
"You're considered an official's wife, so please stop referring to yourself as a 'servant'."
Qianxue smiled as she served the tea:
"Sister Xinyi, look at how happy you are. It seems like Amut treats you very well."
As he spoke, he nudged Xinyi with his elbow.
“Little girl, you’ve only been with your master for a few days, and you already dare to tease me.”
As he spoke, he raised his hand as if to tap Qianxue on the head.
Qianxue quickly covered her head and ran away, while Xiao Anzi retreated outside to stand guard.
Xinyi picked up the teacup in front of her and took a small sip:
"Princess, you must have something important to tell me this time, right?"
Geng Youran took out the jade pendant and handed it to Xinyi:
Do you still remember this jade pendant?
Xinyi took it, turned it over and looked at it.
"Wasn't this given to you by Abbot Yuan Yi before he passed away?"
Geng Youran gave a wry smile and nodded.
“A few days ago, I accidentally discovered the secret of this jade pendant. There are some words in the hidden compartment of this jade pendant, which record the way back to my hometown.”
Xinyi instantly understood what Geng Youran meant, her face turned ashen, and she clutched her lower abdomen:
"You...you want to go back?"
Geng Youran shook her head.
"To be precise, I haven't decided yet."
Xinyi lowered her head, first touching her lower abdomen, then, as if she had thought it through, she loosened her clenched fist:
"If you want to go back, then go back. After all, that's your home."
"And what about you? Have you ever thought about what you'll do if I leave?"
Xinyi couldn't help but cry.
“Gege, I’m pregnant. I can’t selfishly abandon Amut and this child. But I also can’t selfishly keep you here.”
Geng Youran was stunned. She hadn't expected that Xinyi, who was always so strong, would burst into tears in front of her. She hurriedly tried to comfort her:
"You...you don't cry. I've already thought this through. Besides, there are too many unstable factors in this matter. If we act rashly, I'm worried that something unpredictable might happen."
Geng Youran has always been very realistic; she doesn't like to act when so many unstable factors are still uncertain.
Geng Youran told Xinyi all her thoughts, and Xinyi probably guessed what Geng Youran was thinking.
Xinyi then wiped away her tears and sighed with relief.
"Princess, you don't want to leave, right?"
Geng Youran suddenly stopped pacing.
Yes, she doesn't want to leave.
Xinyi's words hit her right where it hurt.
Geng Youran walked to the lotus pot in the center of the main room and seemed to be talking to herself:
"No matter where I am, all I want is a peaceful life. Going back, I might not have that kind of life anymore. I've gotten used to life here. I'm selfish, but I'm willing to bear the consequences."
Xinyi walked to the side and asked in confusion:
"You mean you only have one chance to go back?"
Geng Youran smiled with relief:
"It doesn't matter anymore, does it?"
Xinyi and Geng Youran smiled at each other. At this moment, they truly became 'Xinyi' and 'Geng Youran'.
"Alright, sit down. You're newly pregnant, don't overexert yourself. Qianxue!"
Qianxue carried the soup that had been kept warm in the small kitchen.
"Sister Xinyi, this was made by Gege herself this morning, and she's been keeping it warm for you."
Xinyi looked at Geng Youran in surprise.
"Princess, do you know I'm pregnant?"
Geng Youran and Qianxue exchanged a smile.
“Amut boasts every day. If we weren’t stuck in this palace, we would have gone to see you long ago.”
Xinyi lowered her head shyly.
After Xiao Anzi took Xinyi home, Geng Youran flopped onto the couch with a thud, as if a huge weight had been lifted from her heart.
That evening, the Fourth Prince came to Geng Youran's courtyard, where, coincidentally, Niohuru Wanru brought Hongli to play with Hongzhou.
The Fourth Prince smiled for the first time in a long time when he saw his two youngest sons playing together.
He hugged Hongli first, and then hugged Hongzhou in order.
"This kid is actually heavier than Hongli."
Geng Youran looked at her son with satisfaction, having started preparing various dishes for him ever since Hongzhou was able to eat complementary foods.
"Just like you."
"What do you mean by 'same as me'?"
Wanru covered her mouth and laughed, trying her best to keep quiet.
"My lord, my sister, then I will take the child and return home first."
"Okay, have Huangli take the food box I prepared back."
Since Geng Youran had nothing else to do, she made some steamed cakes for Hongzhou and also prepared some for Hongli.
The Fourth Prince, however, vaguely sensed that Geng Youran was different today.
That evening, after the two had dinner, Yinzhen stayed overnight in Geng Youran's courtyard.
"Your analysis of Eighth Brother's situation a while ago was quite good."
Geng Youran quickly waved her hand:
"My lord, you wouldn't dare say that. I was just speaking casually. Please don't take it to heart."
Knowing that Geng Youran was cautious by nature, Yinzhen didn't say anything more.
After washing up, the Fourth Prince leaned against the couch reading a book, when he suddenly said...
"Hongzhou, you've taken good care of him."
Geng Youran was sitting in front of her dressing table combing her hair when she heard Yinzhen say that. She turned her head in surprise:
"Sir, what are you saying? Hongzhou is my own son, of course I'll treat him well. What's wrong with you tonight?"
Ever since Yinzhen came over this afternoon, Geng Youran felt that something was off about him; he had more expressions and talked more than usual.
"sleep."
Mentioning her son Hongzhou reminded Geng Youran of what happened that morning.
I probably won't wear that jade pendant anymore.
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