Chapter 068
When Shen Jin had cried enough, Chu Xiuming asked someone to bring water for her to wash up, and he also asked someone to prepare water, as he also needed to wash up. After Shen Jin washed her face and put on some cream, she puffed up her cheeks and grabbed Chu Xiuming's hand and walked into the inner room. After entering, she let go. Chu Xiuming opened the wardrobe, took out a bundle and put it on the table. After opening it, he saw a complete set of clothes inside, and muttered, "If you come back later, you won't be able to wear them."
This winter coat was made by Shen Jin himself. It didn't have many patterns embroidered on it, but the stitches were dense, and you could tell at a glance that she put a lot of thought into it, even the shoes and socks. Chu Xiuming touched the clothes, looked at Shen Jin, and suddenly smiled and said, "Luckily I made it in time."
Shen Jin said in an annoyed tone, "Change it quickly." Unfortunately, his eyes were red and he sniffed, without any momentum at all.
Chu Xiuming did not change immediately, but just said, "I'm going to take a shower."
Shen Jin responded, and then moved closer, putting his hand in Shen Jin Chu Xiuming's hand, "My roasted sweet potatoes are all burnt."
"Let Anping bake you a good one." Chu Xiuming held Shen Jin with one hand and gently put his other hand around her belly.
Shen Jin responded, and the two of them didn't speak for a while. When the hot water was ready, Shen Jin followed Chu Xiuming to take a bath like a little tail, and didn't want to separate for even a moment.
Chu Xiuming looked at his young lady and felt even more distressed. His eyes softened. He did not allow maids to serve him when he was bathing. He gave it to the servants. After Shen Jin and others added hot water, they sent the servants out. They rolled up their sleeves and washed Chu Xiuming's hair and back. After confirming that Chu Xiuming did not have any extra scars, they were completely relieved and whispered, "They all said you were missing."
"Yes." Chu Xiuming's voice was gentle, and the coldness and murderous intent on his body had completely dissipated. At this moment, Chu Xiuming did not look like the invincible general at all, but more like a gentle nobleman. "I promised you that I would come back safely." Shen Jin had never helped anyone with washing and dressing, so it was inevitable that he was a little clumsy, but Chu Xiuming just felt comfortable all over.
Shen Jin smiled, stretched out his hand in front of Chu Xiuming and said, "It's sore."
Chu Xiuming rubbed her back with amusement, and Shen Jin continued to rub Chu Xiuming's back with satisfaction. "Princess Ruyang and her husband have gone to the border town. I asked Manager Zhao to send a letter to my brother, asking him to raise the person."
"My wife is so smart." Chu Xiuming said with his eyes closed.
Shen Jin laughed when he heard this, "The little one has gained weight again."
Chu Xiuming gradually calmed down, his eyebrows and eyes became softer. He listened to Shen Jin's constant chattering without feeling annoyed. Shen Jin was pregnant after all. After wiping Chu Xiuming's back, she sat back in the chair and did not move. Chu Xiuming changed her clothes after washing herself. An Ping and An Ning came in to serve. Aunt Zhao held Shen Jin's hand and said, "Madam, be careful, it's slippery."
"Yeah." Shen Jin agreed and looked at Chu Xiuming. When Chu Xiuming's hair was half dry, he walked over and took Shen Jin's hand, and the two returned to Shen Jin's room.
Nanny Zhao had already prepared the meal, but it was nothing complicated. She only served beef noodle soup and Shen Jin's roasted sweet potatoes. Shen Jin first picked a few pieces of beef from Chu Xiuming's bowl and ate them. Then he sat beside him and ate the roasted sweet potatoes, feeding Chu Xiuming from time to time. Nanny Zhao took a dry cloth and continued to wipe Chu Xiuming's head.
When Cui Xi came over, Shen Jin was holding Chu Xiuming's bowl and drinking the soup in it. After drinking two sips, she returned it to Chu Xiuming and asked, "Is there something wrong with mother? I wanted to wait for my husband to eat something, and then go to greet father and mother."
"In reply to the princess, the princess asked me to tell Earl Yongning and the princess that you don't have to go there today. She said that Earl Yongning has just returned and you should have a good rest." Cui Xi said with a smile.
Shen Jin smiled and narrowed his eyes and said, "It's still my mother who cares about me."
Chu Xiuming nodded and said, "Then I won't be polite. Tell my mother-in-law that I will bring my wife to pay my respects to my father-in-law and mother-in-law tomorrow."
Cui Xi agreed, and Shen Jin smiled and said, "Don't leave in a hurry. Go to the next room with An Ning to finish drinking the soup. It's cold on the road, so don't catch a cold."
"Thank you, Princess." Cui Xi knew Princess Rui's attitude towards Earl Yongning and Shen Jin, so she did not seem polite.
An Ning smiled and led Cui Xi downstairs.
After knowing that he didn't have to go to the main courtyard, Shen Jin yawned and said, "I'm a little sleepy." After crying for a long time, he was inevitably tired. With Chu Xiuming by his side, he became lazy.
Chu Xiuming also finished his meal, tied his hair up with a headband, and said, "Then go to bed."
Shen Jin did not speak, but looked at Chu Xiuming, who said, "Together."
"Yes." Shen Jin finally agreed.
Nanny Zhao didn't say anything. Both Chu Xiuming and Shen Jin must have been tired during this period of time, so she simply helped them wash and dress. Chu Xiuming said, "Put your things in order."
"Yes." Nanny Zhao understood what Chu Xiuming meant. Now that he was back, it would be inappropriate for him to live in Mo Yun Courtyard. He would pack up his things and say hello to Princess Rui tomorrow, then move back to the original courtyard. Logically, Chu Xiuming should move back to the Yongning Marquis' Mansion, but the New Year was coming soon, and the Yongning Marquis' Mansion was too cold and quiet, and Chu Xiuming also wanted to make his wife happier.
Seeing that Chu Xiuming had no other instructions, Nanny Zhao left and carefully closed the door. Shen Jin was sitting in the bedroom looking at Chu Xiuming. Chu Xiuming walked over and rubbed her head, then took off his clothes and got on the bed. Shen Jin comfortably got into the bed and leaned against Chu Xiuming's arms, whispering, "The child can move now."
Chu Xiuming gently placed his hand on Shen Jin's belly and said, "Are you tired?"
"Not tired." Shen Jin closed his eyes, yawned again and said, "The child is very well behaved. Do you think it will be a daughter or a son?"
"No matter which one it is, I like them all." Chu Xiuming was telling the truth.
"But I have been reading military books to my child. If it is a daughter, would it be bad?" Shen Jin asked in a low voice.
Chu Xiuming lowered his head and kissed Shen Jin's hair, saying, "No."
Shen Jin felt relieved. She reached out and grabbed Chu Xiuming's hand, interlocked his fingers, and said, "Husband, it's great that you're back."
"Yes." Chu Xiuming's voice was a little hoarse, "Sleep peacefully."
Shen Jin responded and closed her eyes to rest. Although Chu Xiuming felt tired, he didn't want to sleep. In his arms were his wife and son. He listened to Shen Jin crying about so many grievances, but there was no complaint in her words. She didn't blame herself for leaving her when she was pregnant and vulnerable. In the final analysis, she was just acting coquettishly. It was because of this that Chu Xiuming felt even more distressed. There were some things Shen Jin wouldn't say, but it didn't mean Chu Xiuming wouldn't ask. "Go to sleep, I'm here." His voice was low and pleasant. Shen Jin, who was half asleep, rubbed against Chu Xiuming's arms.
Shen Jin slept particularly comfortably that day, but she didn't know that there was a commotion outside. Who would have thought that Shen Jin, who seemed fine all along, actually fell ill after Chu Xiuming came back. Chu Xiuming found her in the middle of the night. Although Shen Jin's body temperature was higher than usual because she was pregnant, her breath was not so hot. Chu Xiuming quickly got up and called Nanny Zhao and others, and also summoned the doctor.
Fortunately, Shen Jin did not catch a cold, but had a weak internal heat, which must have happened some time ago... News came that Chu Xiuming was missing. Even though Shen Jin always believed that he would come back, she could not help but feel scared, but she could not show it, because the person who could protect her was not around, and there were many people with bad intentions outside. Although Shen Jin did not show it, she was still worried.
Chu Xiuming sat beside the bed and held Shen Jin's hand. Even though Shen Jin hadn't woken up yet, she would cry softly as soon as she felt Chu Xiuming was not around. The whimpering sound was like that of a wounded animal, which was particularly heartbreaking to hear.
Princess Rui and Shen Qi came over in person. Seeing Concubine Chen crying with red eyes, Princess Rui sighed and said, "Usually, this child seems to be fine. Who would have thought that she would keep it all in her heart."
Concubine Chen said, "My Lady, you are pregnant now, so don't let yourself get sick."
"It's fine." Shen Qi also knew that Shen Jin didn't have a cold. "Sister hasn't woken up yet?"
"The doctor said to let her fall asleep." Concubine Chen explained in a low voice.
Because Shen Jin had been holding Chu Xiuming's hand, Chu Xiuming could only sit on the edge of the bed. When he saw Princess Rui and the others come in, he was unable to get up. Princess Rui didn't care and said, "Sit down, don't disturb Jin girl."
Chu Xiuming nodded without saying anything. He took the handkerchief from the maid and gently wiped Shen Jin's forehead. Shen Jin's face was flushed from sleep, and there was sweat on her forehead. If it weren't for her overheated body temperature, no one would think she was sick. Princess Rui just came to visit and said, "Take good care of Jin, I'll ask the prince to ask for leave for you in the court."
"Thank you, mother-in-law." Chu Xiuming said.
Princess Rui didn't say anything more and took Shen Qi away. Because Shen Qi was pregnant, they came in a sedan chair. After leaving Mo Yun Courtyard, Shen Qi suddenly said, "Mother, I don't know why I feel a little scared when I see my brother-in-law."
"It's natural." Princess Rui glanced at the snow outside and said, "When Xuan'er was still studying, he might have gone to the battlefield. Chu Xiuming is a beast that has seen blood." Only Emperor Cheng was as naive as he was, treating Chu Xiuming as a domesticated animal and wanting to control him at will.
Shen Qi said, "It's better for my sister to go earlier."
Princess Rui responded. Chu Xiuming was still rational now. If something happened to Shen Jin... Princess Rui slowly exhaled and said, "You should also take care of yourself and go back."
"Yes." Shen Qi then got into the sedan chair.
Seeing Chu Xiuming's expression, Concubine Chen in the room didn't know how to persuade him. She couldn't do anything either, so she simply went to the small Buddhist temple in the yard, just praying that her daughter would have peace and happiness in her life.
Madam Zhao said, "General, would you like to have some food?"
"Bring it here." Chu Xiuming handed the handkerchief to the maid, then tidied up Shen Jin's hair and said.
Nanny Zhao agreed, and An Ning quickly moved a small table and placed it in front of Chu Xiuming. Nanny Zhao brought the food. Because Shen Jin had been holding Chu Xiuming's hand, Chu Xiuming could only eat with one hand. Nanny Zhao served the soup and placed it next to Chu Xiuming's hand.
Smelling the aroma of food, Shen Jin, who was lying on the bed, moved and scratched Chu Xiuming's hand with her fingers. Chu Xiuming, who was picking up food, paused, put down his chopsticks and turned to look at the bed. Shen Jin yawned with her eyes closed, then moved her lips and opened her eyes. She felt that she had slept very comfortably, but her body was sore and tired. She was a little confused for a while, staring at Chu Xiuming stupidly, then yawned again, let go of Chu Xiuming's hand, then stretched out her hands from the quilt, rubbed her eyes with the back of her hand, and said, "I'm hungry too..."
Because I just woke up, my voice was still a little hoarse and soft. I couldn't help but yawn again, and I blinked my eyes before I became a little more awake.
Nanny Zhao was delighted and quickly went to pour some warm water. Chu Xiuming held Shen Jin with one hand and made her sit up, and with the other hand he held the cup to her lips. Shen Jin lowered her head and began to drink in small sips, leaning softly against Chu Xiuming, she was too lazy to exert any strength.
Shen Jin looked at the food not far from her, put her arms around Chu Xiuming's neck, and said coquettishly, "I'm so tired, but the baby in my belly says it's so hungry, what should I do?"
Chu Xiuming lowered his head and kissed Shen Jin's forehead, which was still very hot. Shen Jin shyly hid her face in Chu Xiuming's arms, "Mammy is still here."
"I didn't see anything." Seeing Shen Jin wake up, Madam Zhao said happily, "I'll have someone prepare some water. Madam, you can wash up and have dinner."
"Okay." Shen Jin felt weak all over and whispered, "Why don't you wake me up?"
Chu Xiuming asked Anping and Anning to clear away the food first, then he sat on the bed and held Shen Jin in his arms across the quilt and said, "Are you awake?"
"Yeah." Shen Jin moved to a more comfortable position, holding Chu Xiuming's hand and said, "I still wanted to sleep, but I woke up when I smelled the food."
Chu Xiuming thought about how he and Nanny Zhao couldn't wake Shen Jin up. If the doctor hadn't said that it would be fine to let Shen Jin sleep more, they would have used cold water to wake Shen Jin up long ago. But who would have thought that the smell of food alone would wake Shen Jin up. He really didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but... it was good that he woke up. Even when he was surrounded by the enemy and the barbarians were at the gates, he was not as helpless and anxious as he was last night.
"You are sick." Seeing that Shen Jin still hadn't realized it, Chu Xiuming rubbed Shen Jin's hair with his chin and spoke.
"Ah?" Shen Jin was a little slow to react. After a pause, he said, "No wonder I feel so tired. I thought I slept too much."
Chu Xiuming couldn't help but sigh and said, "Silly girl."
"I'm so smart!" Shen Jin said angrily, "Don't think you can bully me just because I'm sick."
Chu Xiuming was amused, "Silly girl, get well soon."
Shen Jin grabbed Chu Xiuming's hand, opened his mouth and took two bites before saying, "I'm smart!"
Chu Xiuming responded and suddenly said, "Give me a daughter." Give me a daughter who is as obedient and silly as his wife.
"Next time." Shen Jin thought for a while before saying, "I've been studying military books for such a long time."
Chu Xiuming already looked as good as a person in a painting, and his eyes full of doting and love at this moment made people even more intoxicated, "Okay."
An Ning brought hot water over, and without Shen Jin having to get out of bed, she placed everything by the bed, and then helped Shen Jin wash up. Shen Jin felt that since she was sick, she could be a little more pampered, so she leaned contentedly in Chu Xiuming's arms and was served, like a little fox that had stolen grapes, feeling a little proud and happy.
After Shen Jin woke up, An Ping went to tell Concubine Chen, who hurried over and saw her daughter sitting in bed, while Chu Xiuming was kneeling on one knee, holding Shen Jin's feet with one hand and putting shoes on her with the other. Shen Jin saw her mother's toes move and smiled, "Mom."
Concubine Chen knew that the Earl of Yongning had always doted on his daughter, but she had no idea that he doted on her to this extent. Her silly daughter actually took it for granted and put her other foot in Chu Xiuming's hand, and even moved it, urging Chu Xiuming to put on her shoes.
Chu Xiuming also saw Concubine Chen and called out, "Mother-in-law."
Concubine Chen took a deep breath and saw that Madam Zhao and Anping looked normal. She didn't say much. After all, it was fine as long as they were willing. "Are you feeling uncomfortable?"
"It's not uncomfortable." Shen Jin waited for Chu Xiuming to put on her shoes, then she put one hand on Chu Xiuming's shoulder and the other hand on her lower back and stood up.
Nanny Zhao supported Shen Jin, and Chu Xiuming went to the side to wash his hands. Shen Jin felt a little weak after taking two steps, and frowned. Concubine Chen said, "Hurry and sit down."
"Yes." Shen Jin responded. Madam Zhao helped Shen Jin sit on the chair. An Ning took a cushion and put it behind him for Shen Jin to lean on. "Mother, have you eaten yet? Let's eat together?"
Concubine Chen narrowed her eyes and said, "I couldn't wake you up earlier, how come you woke up all of a sudden?"
Shen Jin wrinkled his nose and said, "Don't tell you."
Concubine Chen tapped her daughter's forehead and said, "I know it even if you don't tell me."
Shen Jin touched her belly and asked, "Mom, let's eat together?"
"Okay." Concubine Chen had no appetite for food because of Shen Jin's illness. Now that she saw Shen Jin had woken up and although he was still sick, he looked energetic, she felt a lot more relaxed.
After Concubine Chen agreed, Nanny Zhao went outside to have someone serve the meal. Chu Xiuming walked to Shen Jin and poured her another glass of water. Shen Jin wrinkled her nose and then slowly drank the water from the cup.
When the food outside was ready, Anping came in and said, "Concubine, General, and Madam, you can eat now."
Concubine Chen nodded and wanted to ask the maid to help her daughter, but she saw Shen Jin sitting on the chair and stretched out her hand to Chu Xiuming. Chu Xiuming bent down and picked her up. Shen Jin put her arms around Chu Xiuming's neck, looked at Concubine Chen and said, "Mother, let's go."
She couldn't say what she wanted to say anymore, so Concubine Chen asked, "Have you sent someone to tell the prince and princess?"
"I've already said it." Shen Jin said.
Concubine Chen nodded and went out first. Chu Xiuming carried Shen Jin and followed Concubine Chen to the small hall outside. After Concubine Chen sat down, Chu Xiuming put Shen Jin on the chair and sat next to her. Anping served Concubine Chen and Chu Xiuming a bowl of mutton and radish soup, and rock sugar and white fungus soup for Shen Jin.
Mutton is a hot food. Although eating it is good for the body in winter, it is not suitable for Shen Jin.
After all, Shen Jin had a fever and his appetite was not very good. After taking a few bites, he naturally put the rest into Chu Xiuming's bowl. Chu Xiuming did not mind and occasionally put some dishes into Shen Jin's bowl, as the doctor told Shen Jin to eat more.
Concubine Chen looked at her daughter and felt that she was now more lively and happy. She was not like when Chu Xiuming was not around. Although she was still happy every day, she was so sensible that it made people feel distressed. After finishing the meal, Concubine Chen suddenly said, "You should go back to the border town."
"Mother?" Shen Jin looked at Concubine Chen in confusion.
Concubine Chen smiled and said, "Go back."
Chu Xiuming saw what Concubine Chen meant and said, "I will take Madam back home after she finishes her confinement."
Concubine Chen nodded and said, "From now on... no matter who writes to you, don't come back."
Shen Jin bit her lip and looked at Concubine Chen and shouted, "Mother..."
Concubine Chen just smiled and said, "Okay, I'm going to rest now. Let my son-in-law take care of you."
Shen Jin nodded, and Chu Xiuming said, "Mother-in-law, I'll take you out."
Concubine Chen shook her head and said, "It's just two steps away." Then she left with her maid.
Shen Jin frowned and scratched Chu Xiuming's palm and said, "What happened to mother?"
Chu Xiuming reached out and touched Shen Jin's neck. Shen Jin shrank his neck and said, "Don't make trouble."
"Mother-in-law just wants you to be happy." This time, Chu Xiuming did not hug Shen Jin again. Instead, he put his arm around her waist and walked slowly around the room with her.
Shen Jin thought for a moment and asked, "When are we going back to Yongning Marquis's Mansion?"
Chu Xiuming looked down at Shen Jin and said, "Why don't you want to stay in Prince Rui's Mansion?"
Shen Jin said, "Although my mother is here, I still want to go back to the Yongning Marquis's Mansion."
Chu Xiuming originally stayed in Prince Rui's Mansion just to make Shen Jin happy. Now after listening to Shen Jin's words, he had nothing to disagree with. What's more, it was more convenient for Chu Xiuming to stay in the Yongning Marquis' Mansion.
"Okay." Chu Xiuming said, "Wait until you recover."
Shen Jin nodded. After all, she felt more comfortable in her own place. Princess Rui was the one who made the decisions in the Rui Palace. Shen Jin was used to it and didn't care. However, Shen Jin couldn't bear to see Chu Xiuming suffer any grievance. How could Chu Xiuming not understand that? He only agreed when he saw that Shen Jin didn't show any reluctance or reluctance.
"Want to sleep a little longer?" Chu Xiuming waited for Shen Jin to sit down before he reached out and touched her forehead and asked.
Shen Jin thought for a moment and said, "It's time to read military books to the child." As he spoke, his eyes were fixed on Chu Xiuming.
Chu Xiuming heard this and said, "You lie down, I will read it."
Shen Jin was satisfied and asked An Ping to help her take off her clothes. After Shen Jin lay down, Chu Xiuming asked everyone to go down and he got on the bed in his slippers. He didn't need to take the military book. He thought for a while and then started to talk. Unlike Shen Jin who just read the book, Chu Xiuming spoke with explanations, as if he was telling a little story, which attracted Shen Jin's attention.
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