tion and quickly left that battlefield.The ripples swept around in a circle, and then he took out his whistle and blew it softly. The sound traveled far away. Two hours later, the first to arrive was...The ripple played with the whirlwind for a while, then asked the meadow grass to prepare food and a nest for it. She decided to raise the whirlwind in her bedroom.

"Madam, since you are pregnant, it is best to avoid contact with the whirlwind."

Fangcao said something she wasn't quite sure about.

"It's fine, he's just a little kitten. He couldn't possibly eat me, could he I raised him myself, after all."

The ripples said calmly.

"Yes, this servant will bathe Feng first and trim his claws so he doesn't hurt the young mistress."

Fangcao immediately said.

Go!

This time, Ripples didn't stop him. After all, Cyclone was tough and wouldn't be hurt easily.

At this time, Granny Sun rushed out and returned quickly to report:

"Madam, Mei Zhi has fainted. She was just carried out from the latrine. The doctor has examined her and said that she was indeed drugged and injured her vitality. She needs to rest for a while."

With a slight curl of her lips, Lian Yi listened. This plum branch was quite ruthless towards herself, using such self-deprecating methods to avoid becoming a concubine. Since that was the case, she would grant her wish once.

"Why is this happening now"

Liàn yī whispered something, then said to Sūn Māmā:

"Tell the imperial physician to do everything they can to heal her. She doesn't need to come and serve me until she is well."

"Yes, Mistress."

The maids in the house all had different expressions. Some were gleeful, while others thought more deeply, believing that someone else had given the medicine to prevent Mei Zhi from rising in power. After all, she was the prettiest among them all.

When Lin Yaizu arrived at Lianyi's room in the evening, he asked seemingly casually:

"Madam, where is your chief maid"

"Oh! Don't mention it! This morning, I just casually mentioned to Mei Zhi that she should serve her husband well. But at noon, someone drugged her, and she got sick and was carried back to the servants' quarters. Luckily, she didn't fall into the latrine."

Ripple pretended to be helpless.

After hearing the ripple's words, Lin Yaozu's mouth twitched involuntarily. Suddenly, he lost interest in Mei Zhi.

Ripple looked at the other person's expression and could guess what they were thinking. She immediately frowned and lowered her voice, saying:

"Husband, is it that your mother doesn't want Mei Zhi to serve you, but she can't say it directly, so..."

"How could that be I'm already married, my mother certainly wouldn't interfere with what goes on in my home."

Lin Yazu immediately said solemnly.

"Who could that be They picked such a convenient time!"

The ripples muttered something.

"My lady, why are you pushing me into the arms of another woman I don't want to cause any scandal with illegitimate children to bother you."

Lin Yaizu immediately stated his position.

"Naturally, I know your intentions towards me. But this is not about my physical inconvenience. Besides, Mei Zhi was chosen by my mother specifically. She should simply attend to her husband well during my pregnancy. She can no longer conceive, so what do I have to worry about"

The ripples said coquettishly.

Having heard this, Lin Yaozu could only chuckle. The mistress of the Hou Mansion was no simple woman; she truly spared no effort for her daughter.

Her smile was playful, she was enjoying watching everyone else squirm and try to get under her skin. She knew they wouldn't succeed because with the child she carried, everyone in the entire Shangshu Mansion had to cater to her every whim.

Another two months passed in such tranquility. Lian Ri's belly was showing, but her complexion remained excellent. Due to the twins, her belly was larger than that of a normal pregnant woman.

When the imperial physician checked Lian Yi's pulse again, he brought good news, saying she was carrying twins. This not only made Lin Yaizu happy, but also Mrs. Lin and Master Lin were overjoyed.

Mrs. Lin specially sent someone into her son and daughter-in-law's courtyard. After all, there were now two of them, which was a good omen.

Mrs. Lin held Ripples' hand and smiled so broadly her mouth wouldn't close.

"Ripple, I knew you were a lucky one. You're pregnant with twins this time! You have to take good care of yourself. I've prepared a small kitchen for you here. You can't stand hunger right now, so having a small kitchen will be convenient."

"Thank you, Mother. I will definitely take good care of the baby in my belly."

Ripples also chimed in with a smile.

"You shouldn't just focus on supplementing your child, you should also supplement yourself. That way, when you give birth, you won't suffer as much."

As an experienced woman, Madam Lin immediately began sharing her own experiences with Lianyi. Lianyi's face was always smiling and she listened quietly.

After seeing off Mrs. Lin and receiving the good things her mother-in-law had sent, Liàn Yī held onto Xuēnfēng, basking in the sunshine contentedly and petting the cat.

After Lin Yaizu returned home, he learned that his wife was carrying twins. He was overjoyed. This proved that he still had the ability.

"My lady, you've worked hard!"

"It's not hard work, it's my duty as a wife to bear children and bring forth grandchildren for my husband. All the credit goes to him."

Ringlets giggled shyly.

"Haha! The wife's contribution is not small either."

Lin Yaizu immediately said happily.

The Ministry of Officials was overjoyed, and the Hou mansion also received the news. Only An Dinghou was truly happy; his wife's smile seemed rather strained.

And when Xue Lianyi heard the news, she dropped the medicine bowl in her hand and started to wipe away her tears.

"Miss, please don't cry. At least drink the medicine. Your health is the most important thing."

The maidservant by her side earnestly advised,

Even if you take good care of your body, what's the point You'll still have to raise other people's children.

As a close maid, Xue Lianyi spoke without any reservation.

"Miss, you can't think like that. You should focus on taking care of your own health and giving birth to a child who is truly yours. Why would you raise a child for someone else"

Big maid Yu Mei's words were still very persuasive.

Xue Lianyi also reacted, immediately sat up, and said to Yu Mei:

"Reboil the medicine for me, and clean this place up."

"Yes, Miss."

Just as Xue Lianyi served the second bowl of soup medicine, Madam Hou rushed over to comfort her beloved son.

"Mother, how did you get here"

"I'm worried about you. Have you heard the news your elder sister had Sun Ma sent back to the estate"

Mrs. Hou looked at her daughter and asked.

"I heard, elder sister has good fortune, eh,"

Xue Lianyi sighed.

"Don't overthink it, just think of your older sister as helping you secure your position. After all, having a child and not having one are different things."

Mrs. Hou immediately said, her brow furrowed.

"I know, Yumei has already advised me. The most important thing for me now is to take good care of my health, and I can put other things aside for later."

Xue Lianyi, being very understanding, said.

"That's good, dear. That's all that matters."

This time, Mrs. Hou's visit was brief, only the length of a tea ceremony, and then she returned to her own courtyard with her attendants.

After returning, Madam Hou furrowed her brows and pondered for a long time before hesitantly saying to her confidante, Mother Yao:

"Grandma Yao, don't you think Lian Yi's appearance has changed, and it looks a bit ugly"

"This is probably because the young lady hasn't fully recovered from her illness. Someone who is sick certainly wouldn't look as beautiful."

Grandmother Yao immediately said.

She also noticed that in just a few days, the young lady's complexion had become increasingly dull.

I always feel something is off. You go and ask Lao Wen, the imperial physician, to come and take a look at Lianyi's pulse.e Rhodesman family at all.I actually thought of what you said last night. The reason both our families don't object to Liansi and Tangning's relationship is that their union would solidify the ties be...