Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 590

Chapter 590: Chapter 586: War-Time General_1

Bai Jinxiu looked in the direction of the carriage, her eyes moist. If it weren’t for her eldest sister placing Yingshuang by her side, today... she and Brother Wang might have quietly died in the palace without a sound. But Yingshuang...

Thinking of Yingshuang, Bai Jinxiu turned her head and wiped away her tears with a handkerchief. If her eldest sister saw Yingshuang missing an eye and being perpetually sleepy, she wouldn’t know how to bear the sadness. Fortunately, the little girl was open-minded; with food, she was content and could take things in stride.

The carriage slowly stopped in front of the Princess of Zhen’s mansion, and Bai Jinxiu, holding onto Cuibi’s hand, walked down the steps to see Chun Tao first helping Bai Qingyan down.

Seeing Bai Qingyan in her silver armor, heroic and gallant, Bai Jinse rushed over and childishly hugged Bai Qingyan’s thin waist. "Eldest Young Lady!"

"Big Miss..." Lu Ninghuan nodded towards Bai Qingyan. Outside, Lu Ninghuan was considered Bai Qingyan’s nominal aunt, and naturally had to maintain a decorum to avoid others seeing through the pretense.

"Eldest Young Lady!" Bai Jinxiu’s eyes were moist.

Bai Qingyan’s deep, pool-like eyes had a warm glimmer of sunlight. She gently patted Bai Jinse’s head, her gaze falling on the newly turned mother, Bai Jinxiu. She then greeted Second Madam Liu and Lu Ninghuan.

Doctor Hong stroked his beard and smiled, saying that once they got home, everything else could wait; he needed first to check Bai Qingyan’s pulse.

With laughter, the Eldest Princess also supported herself with Nanny Jiang’s hand as she got down from the carriage. "Our family should stop greeting outside and head inside... let Kid change clothes!"

Mrs. Liu hurriedly took small steps forward. After greeting the Eldest Princess with a smile, she supported her on one side. "Mother is right, let’s head inside first! Nanny Luo, go check if the little kitchen has finished stewing the pigeon soup for Kid. If it’s ready, serve a bowl quickly so Kid can drink it, then take a bath and change clothes, freshen up!"

"Second Madam, don’t worry. When I saw the Eldest Princess’s carriage, I already ordered someone to take care of it!" Nanny Luo, with her hands folded across her abdomen, laughingly replied.

Seeing that Bai Qingyan had returned without injuries, Mrs. Liu hurriedly urged Bai Qingyan to take a bath and change her clothes. Lu Ninghuan and Bai Jinse accompanied the Eldest Princess back to Changshou Courtyard, while Bai Jinxiu escorted Bai Qingyan back to Qinghui Courtyard.

On the way, the maid lowered her head and followed ten steps behind the two sisters, respectfully not interrupting their conversation. _{freewebnoveℓ.com}

Bai Jinxiu, holding Bai Qingyan’s arm, spoke to Bai Qingyan about Left Prime Minister Li Mao: "Li Mao was impeached by the Imperial Censor for being involved in the Second Prince’s rebellion case years ago. Later, when it was discovered that the letters were forged... the Emperor had already transferred the governance of the court to the Crown Prince. I guess it’s because of Li Mao’s son, Li Mingrui, being close with King Liang’s mansion. The Emperor didn’t mention letting Li Mao return to the court... the Crown Prince pretended not to know and ignored it."

Bai Qingyan lowered her eyes, slowing her steps as she fiddled with her fingers, shaking her head. "With Li Mao’s abilities, if the case was clarified... and if he wanted to return to court, he would just need to hint to his disciples to submit a memorial. Even if the Crown Prince didn’t approve, he would have a way. Not returning to court now means Li Mao temporarily doesn’t want to."

"Now that business is settled, let’s talk about you..." Bai Qingyan set down her sweet porcelain gold-rimmed teacup, looking at Bai Jinxiu. "Why did you give birth prematurely? Grandmother said you must tell me personally."

Upon hearing this, Bai Jinxiu gently clenched the handkerchief in her hand and put down the teacup. "This incident wasn’t targeting me, but Aunt Lu!"

Bai Qingyan’s deep, dark pupils remained calm as she stared at Bai Jinxiu, her eyes showing a hint of killing intent. "The Empress?"

"The Empress’s pregnancy made the Emperor happy, and he hosted a banquet in the palace! That day, Aunt Lu happened to be in the palace to administer acupuncture to the Emperor, and she stayed for the banquet. During the banquet, the Empress suddenly had severe abdominal pain. The Emperor ordered Aunt Lu to diagnose her. The Empress initially refused... claiming she didn’t trust Aunt Lu. Later, the Emperor’s command forced Aunt Lu to diagnose and treat the Empress, alleviating the pain. Aunt Lu said the Empress’s pregnancy was not stable and required bed rest."

Glimpsing outside the window to ensure no one was around, Bai Jinxiu then leaned closer to Bai Qingyan and whispered, "Aunt Lu discovered that the Empress’s pregnancy months didn’t match..."

Though unexpected, it was within reason. Knowing the deep affection between the Empress and Fu Ruoxi and their secret meetings, it was understandable.

No wonder Fu Ruoxi, at Anping Camp, panicked and frantically sought to kill the Crown Prince.

Seeing Bai Qingyan silent and solemn, Bai Jinxiu continued, "The Empress left the banquet due to the pain, the Emperor worried about the imperial offspring and followed her..."