Chapter 83 I Want a Daughter, Give Me One
"What good news?"
Yun Si took the letter with suspicion, but upon seeing the handwriting on the envelope, she immediately became excited: "It's a reply from Father!"
She quickly opened it, and was pleasantly surprised to see what was inside.
"My sister-in-law is pregnant?!"
The letter said that her sister-in-law had been diagnosed with pregnancy and was suffering from severe morning sickness these past two days. They couldn't come back as soon as possible and had to ask their precious daughter to wait a little longer until her condition stabilized. They would then set off to return immediately.
The signature reads: "Her beloved father and mother, and her brother and sister-in-law."
After reading it, Yun Si was both moved and amused.
Even at this point, they were still worried that they might wrong her.
Of course, my sister-in-law's health is the most important.
She's waited so long, it feels like a lifetime has passed... so what's a few more days?
All she wanted was for them to return safely and smoothly.
"Your sister-in-law is pregnant, is that why you're so happy?"
Qin Ye rested his forehead on his hand, his eyes filled with tenderness as he looked at her.
He seemed to be thinking about something, his gaze shifting from her face to her abdomen.
"I'm so happy, I'm going to be an aunt!"
Yun Si was oblivious to Qin Ye's gaze, lost in her own joy.
She recalled her past life, and the story of her elder brother and sister-in-law was only brought back from Jinzhou five years later, after Qin Ye ascended the throne as emperor.
My sister-in-law gave birth to a boy who looks exactly like my brother.
Qin Ye only met them once, and therefore, she only met them once as well. She didn't even see her mother. At that time, she desperately wanted to return to the Marquis's mansion, but Qin Ye wouldn't go, so she couldn't go no matter what. And then…
Fortunately, God took pity on them and gave them the opportunity to reunite as a family.
"Qin Ye."
"Um?"
Yun Si moved a little closer to him, her eyes sparkling with a smile that seemed to shatter starlight: "It's so good to have you."
She protected her family in both her past and present lives.
Qin Ye chuckled softly, the corners of his lips barely concealing a smile: "I'm so good to you, how will you repay me?"
What do you want?
Yun Si seriously considered this question.
She should do something to properly thank Qin Ye.
But what can she do?
Yun Si was still thinking when, unexpectedly, Qin Ye leaned over and kissed her, his voice low and husky: "I want a daughter, you give birth to one for me."
"ah?"
"You don't want to?"
He seemed a little nervous and expectant, worried that Yun Si would refuse, so he immediately said, "A son is fine too, as long as it's your child."
He's not picky.
"..."
Yun Si hadn't thought about it that way at all. Hearing him say that, her ears turned slightly red, and a soft feeling welled up in her heart.
Now that her great revenge has been achieved, her parents will be back soon, and her health has almost recovered. If she could have a child with Qin Ye, it seems... not bad at all.
Moreover, as Qin Ye's principal wife, if she doesn't have children, it will give those with ulterior motives an opportunity to take advantage of her.
Seeing that Yun Si remained silent, the hope in Qin Ye's eyes gradually faded. He was about to straighten up and back away when Yun Si grabbed his collar and pulled him back.
"born!"
Yun Si followed his example and kissed him, boldly and directly expressing her thoughts: "We'll have two children, one son and one daughter."
In a struggle for the throne, how can one not have a son?
Qin Ye was stunned.
There's a feeling that happiness came too suddenly and is almost unreal.
Seeing that expression on Qin Ye's stunning face, Yun Si smiled secretly and asked, "You don't want to?"
"willing!"
Qin Ye was more excited than ever before. A hint of being flattered flashed in his dark eyes. He couldn't help but pick up Yun Si and spin her around in place.
"How could I possibly refuse? But your body..."
"Don't worry, I've been taking care of myself for a few months, so I should be fine."
"Then tonight..."
He knew she was menstruating and had been suffering terribly these past few days.
Some things, once started, become addictive and difficult to control.
Yun Si blushed and said, "Then, is this considered a way of repaying you?"
"Calculate!"
Qin Ye looked at her with unwavering determination and aggressive eyes: "On the condition that it lasts a lifetime."
"good."
She thought that once she had it, it didn't count.
Qin Ye's answer reassured Yun Si.
Yun Si inspected the pastries and candied fruits sent by Princess Lin and found no problems.
But she didn't eat it, nor did she let Awu, Lanxin, or Luyu eat it. She just left it aside to wait until it spoiled before throwing it away.
After her rebirth, she admitted that she had become somewhat gloomy, always thinking the worst about everything, and rarely trusting anyone.
Especially given the current situation, even if the Princess Consort is genuinely grateful, she will still harbor some reservations.
They didn't have absolute confidence in their own medical skills.
After lunch, Qin Ye did not go out today, but returned to his study in the main courtyard.
It seems they are preparing to expose Dillon's secrets.
Is the information accurate?
Qin Ye sat behind his desk, his expression now cold and indifferent.
An Ye bowed his head and reported, "An Mang has been keeping an eye on things for two days and has confirmed that they will meet tonight in Mao'er Hutong in the north of the city to discuss the raw materials."
Instead of exposing it in court, it's better to catch them red-handed and also capture the Northern Yan spy—killing two birds with one stone.
"Make arrangements and warn Anmang to be careful and not to alert them."
Qin Ye tapped his fingers lightly on the table, his eyes cold and sharp: "It doesn't matter how well he hides. Once we cut off all his tendrils one by one, he won't be able to resist jumping out on his own."
Dark Night nodded and was about to leave.
Qin Ye called out to him, "Have you been preoccupied these past few days?"
An Ye's expression changed almost imperceptibly, then immediately returned to its cold and stern state: "Your Highness, I will take care."
Qin Ye looked at him for a long time, then asked again, "Because of A-Wu?"
"..."
A bitter smile appeared on An Ye's lips, tinged with a hint of self-mockery.
"It was my fault for having such inappropriate thoughts. Miss Awu, you deserve better. I will correct myself and never do it again..."
"Nothing will happen?"
Qin Ye interrupted him.
“If you like someone, you like them. There’s no question of whether you should or shouldn’t. It’s just that A-Wu’s situation is a bit special, but that doesn’t mean that Qin Yan is a better choice for her. You really should adjust your mindset. Qin Yan has his advantages, but you’re not bad either.”
Dark Night listened to these words in astonishment, his heart filled with shock.
Your Highness... you can actually comfort people?
Is Your Highness in such a good mood today?
However, upon hearing His Highness's words, his dejected and heavy mood seemed to lighten considerably.
"Understood."
An Ye smiled with relief, bowed to Qin Ye, and then strode out.
...
at the same time.
The Prince's Mansion.
Princess Zhu Yurou returned to the Prince's residence.
As soon as I passed through the corridor, I saw a familiar figure hurrying away from the direction of the study.
She paused slightly, instinctively moving behind the artificial hill.
The man's back was straight, and his steps carried a calm composure that came from years of experience in power. However, he deliberately lightened his pace, even the sound of his clothes brushing against the bluestone slabs was kept extremely low.
Clearly, they didn't want their whereabouts to be discovered.
Zhu Yurou recognized this person at a glance.
actually.
Many ministers have come to visit the Prince's residence in the past two days, but this person's visit is clearly not an ordinary one.
She understands everything.
But she could neither stop it nor do anything to betray the Prince.
Even though she knew that Prince Lin did not love her and that he only married her because he was forced to by Consort Hua's oppression, she was still grateful that he had pulled her out of the fire pit of the Zhu family.
She felt sorry for him, having experienced the same thing as herself, and only wanted to be devoted to him.
But after more than two years of marriage, she slowly realized that she seemed unable to enter his heart no matter what...
His heart harbored hatred and a thirst for power.
Zhu Yurou stood at the door of the study for a while but did not go in.
Just as he was about to turn and leave, he heard the indifferent voice of Prince Qin Huai from inside: "Where have you been? Why are you standing at the door and not coming in?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yurou had no choice but to push the door open and go inside.
She curtsied and said, "I made some pastries and sent them to Princess Xiao. I am very grateful to her for saving Your Highness's life this time."
Qin Huai's attitude towards her was relatively mild, but Zhu Yurou always felt a sense of distance from him, as if he were keeping her at arm's length.
Moreover, after being married for so long, they only have one daughter, and he has never mentioned taking a concubine.
She offered to make arrangements, but he refused each time.
"The Princess is so thoughtful."
Qin Huai's injuries have mostly healed, but his face is still slightly pale due to excessive blood loss.
He looked at Zhu Yurou calmly for a long time before saying, "However, isn't it too stingy to only give some pastries to repay a life-saving debt?"
"I will choose a few more suitable gifts to send later."
Zhu Yurou hesitated for a moment before speaking, "I think that Princess Xiao is a very good person. She was able to take out such a precious medicine as the Tianshan Snow Lotus to save Your Highness's life. I suppose she wouldn't care about these material things. In the future, I will make a few more trips to repay this kindness."
"Yes, very generous."
Qin Huai smiled faintly, a smile that seemed almost unreal: "Why does Your Highness think she saved my life?"
Zhu Yurou's heart skipped a beat: "Naturally... she's kind-hearted."
"The princess is still as simple-minded as ever."
Qin Huai suddenly stood up and slowly walked to her.
He reached out and lifted her chin, his gaze deep and unfathomable: "Have you forgotten the suffering you endured in the Zhu family?"
"In this capital city, no one will be kind to you for no reason. They do everything with a purpose."
"You saved me, didn't you also earn Father's praise?"
Zhu Yurou saw the coldness gradually emerging in his eyes and took a step back in shock.
She wanted to argue, opened her mouth, but what she finally said was, "This concubine... understands."
Qin Huai released his hand, turned and looked out the window: "The court has been quite turbulent lately. When you associate with Princess Xiao, remember to be careful."
"…yes."
Zhu Yurou curtsied and said no more: "This concubine takes her leave."
After saying that, she left the study.
Qin Huai watched her departing figure, his face expressionless, completely unlike the timid man who dared not raise his head on ordinary days.
"Send someone over to inform them."
He suddenly spoke, looking out the window, "Let's not make any rash moves tonight. Let them wait patiently."
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