Even after returning to the manor, Heyue still ignored Thirteen, offering no explanation or comfort whatsoever.
It was a rare opportunity to reunite with Hongchang and the others, so Heyue spent the next half day playing with them in the side room.
Heyue had someone bring over the toys she had prepared earlier, such as the Huarong Road puzzle and spinning tops, and sat on the carpet spread on the ground to play with the children.
After being separated for many years, although the children remember each other well, there is still some distance between them. Children's hearts are the most fragile, and the estrangement left over the years cannot be easily eliminated.
Heyue felt guilty and wanted to make up for her absence over the years, so that the children could feel her love for them.
To prevent the child from accidentally hurting Heyue's stomach, Hailan and Zhizhu stayed by her side at all times.
An afternoon passed, and with Heyue by their side, the three children had pure, happy smiles on their faces. They became closer to Heyue and even pestered her to tell them stories.
He Yue then told the story of the Three Kingdoms.
Although they are still young and don't understand some things, it doesn't affect their admiration for the characters in the story, and they listen with great interest.
Being able to play and joke around with the children like this makes Heyue very content.
Thirteen came by a few times during this period, but seeing that Heyue and the children were playing intently, he returned to the main room in a sullen mood.
Seeing that the Prince had left silently once again, Hailan leaned down and whispered to Heyue, "Princess Consort, are you really not going to keep the Prince company?"
Knowing her worries that Thirteen might be angry with Heyue, Heyue didn't care at all and waved her hand: "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. It's rare for the children to be so happy, so it's okay for me to spend more time with them. Prince won't be angry."
Hailan was speechless. "Your Highness, you are so heartless. My master is a prince, how can you neglect him for the sake of the young master?" But she dared not say anything more.
The Princess Consort has always been very opinionated, and I can't interfere with her.
He Yue was exhausted, and the children were tired too. After watching them sleep in their own rooms and arranging for people to take good care of them and not allow any mistakes to happen, she slowly returned to the main room.
Thirteen was lying alone on the bed, staring at Cheng Chen with his eyes open, seemingly lost in thought, his face looking rather pale.
When Heyue returned, he only glanced at her before his face darkened, and he turned his head away, ignoring her.
He Yue found it amusing, so she had her hands washed by a maid and then had the meal served.
As for the children, we'll have them prepare meals after they wake up.
Heyue walked to the bedside and nudged her, saying, "Get up and have your meal."
Thirteen closed his eyes and remained silent.
Heyue ignored him and sat down at the table to begin her meal.
Thirteen, smelling the aroma of the food, had long been craving it. Seeing that He Yue only said one sentence and then ignored him, he sulked for a while, but was still unwilling to give up. Suddenly, he sat up, his handsome face dark, walked over quickly, sat down at the table, picked up his silver chopsticks, and began to eat without saying a word.
He Yue smiled slightly.
It's a competition, it's about who can't sit still first.
As the saying goes, whoever cares more will be the first to get restless. In fact, Heyue still won.
Thirteen ate very quickly, finishing all the food on the table, leaving very little behind.
In the end, He Yue was at a loss and quite frustrated. She hadn't even had her fill yet, and she was really domineering.
She glared at him angrily, only to see Thirteen sitting there staring intently at her, as if she were a piece of fat meat.
He Yue was stunned, confused, and felt uneasy under such a naked gaze. She involuntarily swallowed and had no choice but to order the dishes to be cleared away. She then made a move to get up and prepare to rest.
Unexpectedly, the next second He Yue was lifted into the air, exclaimed in surprise, hugged Thirteen's neck, and looked over in astonishment.
Thirteen pursed his lips, glared at her fiercely, and then strode towards the east wing.
The maids in the room all smiled and withdrew.
"Hey! What are you doing?" He Yue asked hurriedly, startled.
"Do what I'm supposed to do!" Thirteen huffed and puffed, but despite his harsh tone, he carefully placed Heyue on the bed and then lay down on his side to hold her.
Judging from his expression and tone just now, He Yue was really afraid that he would suddenly lose his mind. But then she saw him carefully touch He Yue's stomach, his expression showing some hesitation. Then, as if he had made up his mind, he began to unbutton the Chinese knot buttons on He Yue's clothes.
He Yue grabbed his hand and warned, "Hey! Don't mess around!"
Thirteen snorted, his gaze unfriendly: "Where have I been being reckless? Don't worry, the doctor said that I'll be fine after three months. As long as I'm careful, I'll be alright."
Sure enough, he really did have such thoughts.
He Yue's face darkened, and she pinched his arm hard: "Let me tell you! Don't even think about it!"
Thirteen didn't take it seriously. He grabbed Heyue's hands with one hand and raised them above his head, while starting to move with the other hand.
Although Heyue was resolute, seeing the other party's determined attitude, she was afraid that if she struggled too much, Thirteen would hurt the child, so she reduced the intensity of her struggle.
Thirteen saw this and became even more unscrupulous, a smile playing on his lips.
Out of consideration for Heyue's health, the two only made love once before Thirteen lay down on his side, wrapped his arms around Heyue's swollen waist, looking unsatisfied, and his hands were still brazenly caressing Heyue's waist.
In the past, when her pregnancy progressed further, Heyue never allowed Shisan to touch her, not only because she was afraid of hurting the baby, but also because her waistline was no longer slender and slim, and she looked very unattractive.
Heyue has always loved beauty, so naturally she didn't want Shisan to see her like that.
Now, being forced during her pregnancy and being touched like this by him, He Yue angrily raised her hand to slap his hand away, her face turning dark: "Don't touch me!"
Thirteen blinked, complaining aggrievedly, "How can that be? I have to check if the child is alright."
Would you still dare to do that?
He Yue was utterly speechless at his blatant lying and couldn't help but roll her eyes.
This guy is getting more and more shameless!
Thirteen wrapped his arms around her waist contentedly, knowing exactly what she was thinking. He coaxed her softly, "Don't worry, I don't mind you. No matter what you look like, I'll love you."
Heyue turned her head away, but she couldn't deny that such sweet words were quite effective, and her anger subsided a bit.
Seeing her slightly softened expression, Thirteen's eyes flashed with a hint of smugness. He seized the opportunity to speak, "Heyue, let's not be angry anymore, okay? I promise you, I won't get angry because of Tenth Brother anymore, and you won't mention him again, okay?"
"Hmph, does he cease to exist just because I don't mention him? You're clearly being petty!" He Yue wasn't about to give in easily, her tone quite unfriendly.
Thirteen gave an awkward smile, but her tone was still sour: "Who told you to want to marry Tenth Brother in the first place? If it weren't for the fact that I got the imperial decree from Grandmother first, you would probably have entered Tenth Brother's mansion long ago."
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