Forbidden Autumn, Summer, Winter and Spring Rebirth

Chapter 1 1. Waking up from the dream of rebirth
  It was getting dark, and Xia Dongchun was lying on the bed, staring directly at the tent ceiling.

She hadn't slept a wink all night, and she still couldn't accept that she was a wandering soul from a Forbidden City, and suddenly returned to the situation at home before she entered the palace.

She was drafted into the palace, offended Concubine Hua, and was rewarded with ten feet of red. The emperor decreed that she would live in the palace until her death. However, although she had a permanent position, she was in name only, and her life was no different from that of a lower-class maid in the palace.

Thinking about her sister who wears clothes and wears collars, she is loved by thousands of people in the family, and her brother does not respond to her. How has she ever experienced such suffering in the world? However, the situation is stronger than the person. She is stupid and ignorant, and has offended a high position. How can she fight back after giving an order?

She could only live in the dilapidated palace, enduring the pain of old injuries and corroding bones every day, and crying every night. Fortunately, my elder brother lived in the official position of Bao Yi Zuoling. Most of the servants in the palace were from Bao Yi background, so they had to give Xia Zuoling some face. Therefore, although Xia Dongchun's legs were disabled, a few days after being tortured, the palace maid secretly arranged by Xia Wei, who learned the news, secretly asked the young doctor to treat her. However, the injury was really serious, and there was no good medicine to treat it. He also suffered from the pain of repeatedly festering in the wound, which persisted for a long time, and was as painful as ant bites every day.

Finally, in the winter of the third year of Yongzheng's reign, in the heavy snow falling in the Forbidden City, during the New Year's Eve banquet in the palace, in the dilapidated palace courtyard, in the side hall as cold as an ice cellar, on the bed with thin bedding, Xia Dongchun was in pain with his residual limbs. Under torture, he breathed out with regret.

However, after Xia Dongchun died, he turned into a wandering spirit and wandered in the Forbidden City for decades. She watched her enemy Concubine Hua cooking oil with flowers and brocade fire until her family was exterminated and the emperor ordered her to die. She watched the queen who came from a wealthy family ruthlessly destroy the harem, and was finally rejected by the emperor and never saw each other again. She watched With Zhen Huan being favored and favored but no longer in love, her family was shattered and prosperous, she returned to the palace and finally sat on the throne of the Queen Mother, looking at An Lingrong, Qi Concubine, Shen Meizhuang, the rich and noble...

Day after day, year after year, Xia Dongchun didn't know how long he had been wandering in the Forbidden City, only watching the beautiful Zhen Huan grow old. Until one day, Xia Dongchun felt pain for the first time in decades. It was heartbreaking pain, like burning fire, and like ice biting. After a long period of pain, Xia Dongchun came back.

Yesterday afternoon, Xia Dongchun, who was taking a nap, woke up leisurely on the wicker chair in the pavilion. He opened his eyes and opened his mouth as if he was frightened but could not say a word, frightening all the maids and women. The little maid Bai Guo hurriedly went to invite the mistress of the house, and Xia Wei's Fujin came over.

When Ye Jia heard the maid's report, she didn't want to come to Xia Dongchun's yard. This sister-in-law was usually arrogant and domineering, and she was also very picky about herself. If it weren't for Zuo Ling and her husband being so gentle on weekdays, Ye Jia wouldn't even have the face. I don't even want to take care of it.

The little maid only said, "If you don't feel well, please call the doctor. I still have some things to do here..."

When Bai Guo heard that Fujin didn't seem to want to ask anything, he said anxiously, "Madam, don't be surprised. Miss, she seems to be possessed by a nightmare. The palace doctor, Granny Peilan, has already been invited. I dare you, madam, to take charge of the overall situation." Kneel down.

Seeing this situation, Ye Jia felt impatient. He had no choice but to order the maid next to him to help Ging Guo up.

"Let's go, talk as we go." Ye Jiashi thought that her assistant had not returned from the office, and she was very fond of this little girl on weekdays, so she had to speed up and walk towards Xia Dongchun's yard.

Xia Dongchun has been carried back to the inner room by his servants. At this moment, his eyes are still wide open, his eyes are frightened, and his mouth is speechless. Ye Jia had already listened to Bai Guo's detailed account of the incident on the road, and just said that he woke up from a nap.

The two doctors had already made a diagnosis and were discussing the symptoms. Ye Jia was shocked to see Xia Dongchun like this and hurriedly asked the doctor about the situation.

"The young lady is not seriously ill, but she seems to be frightened now. It would be good to say it was a nightmare. I will wait for the servant to prescribe a soothing soup for the young lady to take. If it fails, I have to ask Zuo Ling to ask the palace doctor. Come and take a look.”

Ye Jia didn't say anything and ordered the doctor to withdraw. Hearing that Xia Dongchun was fine, Ye Jia secretly felt relieved. The news came from the palace the day before yesterday that there might be a draft this year, and the rank of assistant leader is not low. Naturally, her little sister will be selected for the palace, but she can't Something went wrong at this juncture.

Ye Jia came forward and sat on the edge of the couch, took Xia Dongchun's hands, and called out, "Little sister, little sister, how are you? Tell your sister-in-law, I am your sister-in-law."

Seeing that my sister-in-law, who used to be very unruly, is now like this, even if she has a lot of grievances, she can't help but feel worried at this time, not to mention that Ye Jia is a soft-hearted person.

Sister-in-law? Xia Dongchun's eyes moved when he heard these two words. It took him a while to focus his eyes and recognize that the person in front of him was his sister-in-law.

"Sister-in-law...sister-in-law," Xia Dongchun said in a hoarse voice, her first words after her rebirth, "Sister-in-law, am I back? Where is this?" She choked up as she spoke.

"Don't be afraid, don't be afraid." Seeing that he was really scared, Ye Jiashi pulled her into his arms and patted her back gently. "I'm back. I'm back. My sister-in-law is here, isn't she? This is our home, don't be afraid." .”

Ye Jiashi comforted her softly, Xia Dongchun held the corner of Ye Jiashi's clothes and sobbed softly, crying so hard that she could not speak. Ye Jiashi didn't rush her and let her cry.

Is she really having a nightmare? She seemed to have lost her soul just now. She has never had nightmares on weekdays. She still needs to discuss it carefully before she comes back. As Ye Jia thought this, Xia Dongchun gradually stopped sobbing and came back to her senses.

"Sister-in-law, where is my brother? Where is my brother?" "He has not returned home from the office yet. Don't worry, my sister-in-law has sent the servant to look for him. I think he will be here soon."

Before he finished speaking, a powerful voice sounded in the courtyard, "Little sister, Suning, how is little sister? How did the servants serve me? How could I let the young lady take a nap in the pavilion?"

As he was talking, he saw a strong figure opening the curtain and entering the inner room. Seeing Xia Wei's figure, Xia Dongchun's eyes were hot, tears rolled down, and she also cried when she spoke.

"Brother..." After calling her brother, Xia Dongchun was speechless.

Xia Wei was very surprised to see this. He knew very well what kind of temper his little sister had. On weekdays, she only wanted to make others suffer. Why did he actually cry today?
  Not caring about anything else, Xia Wei stepped forward to check, and held Xia Dongchun who was about to get out of bed with one hand. He asked worriedly: "Little sister, what's wrong? My brother heard that you were feeling unwell, so he hurried back. What's wrong with you, tell him quickly."

"Don't be anxious, sir. The doctor in the palace has just made a diagnosis and said that the little girl was frightened and thought it was a nightmare. Now that the little girl has come to her senses, please keep your voice down and don't scare her anymore." Ye Seeing that Xia Wei was anxious and Xia Dongchun was crying hard, Jia Shi had no choice but to speak.

Xia Zuoling felt relieved after hearing what Ye Jia said. At this time, Xia Dongchun saw her brother and completely felt relieved. She knew that she had lived a new life, and she felt infinite joy in her heart.

"Excuse me, brother and sister-in-law are worried. My sister is fine. She just suffered from a nightmare during her nap. She is fine now." Xia Dongchun said in a weak voice, still crying.

Ye Jia felt strange that her sister-in-law had never been so gentle and soft-spoken, let alone called her troublesome.

Brother Xia Wei didn't notice anything strange about Xia Dongchun. When his little sister said it was okay, he looked relieved and comforted, "It'll be fine if nothing happens, it'll be fine if nothing happens. Take the medicine and let you have dinner later." Sister-in-law, prepare more of your favorite food, don’t be afraid, have dinner and have a good sleep."

Seeing that Xia Dongchun was still in shock, Ye Jiashi said wisely, "Master, please stay with me here. I'll tell the kitchen to prepare dinner."

"Okay, thank you for your hard work, Suning. Go and do your work." Xia Wei said.

Mrs. Ye Jia led everyone to retreat. She had no good qualities, and her appearance was only average. However, she was well-informed and able to understand people's hearts. Therefore, everyone in the Xia family was unconvinced.

When Xia Wei saw everyone retreating, he asked, "Little sister, what dream did you have that made you so scared? What's so bad about it?"

"Brother, don't worry. I just dreamed that I offended a powerful person and was ordered to have my legs broken. I couldn't find my brother and he died of pain soon." Xia Dongchun suppressed the turbulence in his heart and did not dare to say anything. I understand too well and am afraid of causing unnecessary trouble.

"Hey, don't be afraid, that's just a dream. Although I'm not a high-ranking official, I can guarantee that I'll protect you." When Xia Wei heard Xia Dongchun's dream, he suddenly felt that it was no big deal, not to mention it was just a dream.

"Moreover, if you are worried, your nephews will also grow up. The eldest and the second will also be thrown into the army this year. They will only stay in a few years and earn military honors. Brother, I will tell them later. They must be brave. Be diligent and fight to become a prince or count, so that they can protect their little aunt for the rest of her life." Although Xia Wei is a big boss, his love for his sister is uncompromising.

Xia Dongchun felt warm in her heart when she heard Xia Wei's comforting words, and her fear faded a little for a moment. She just touched her brother's rough hands and felt his temperature, and she felt a bit more real.

After a while, the sky outside the house had darkened, and Xia Dongchun calmed down a little. After drinking the soothing medicine brought by Ging Guo, she felt that her body was soft and she could not lift up any strength at all.

Looking at Xia Wei's still worried eyes, Xia Dongchun said softly, "Brother, I'm a little sleepy and want to take a nap. I won't need dinner. My brother sent a message to my sister-in-law and asked her to prepare dinner for Chun'er. It's just that Chun'er I’m too tired and want to rest.”

"It doesn't matter, you can sleep peacefully. Your sister-in-law won't blame you. Just go to sleep. My brother is gone. If anything happens, send someone to call me." Xia Wei saw that she was really tired, so he didn't say much and comforted her to sleep. Got off.

After that, Xia Wei tucked her in, put down the bed curtains, and went out quietly. At this time, only Ging Guo and Nanny Peilan were left waiting outside.

Xia Dongchun's eyes turned red again when she looked at her brother's back as he went out.

(End of this chapter)