Forbidden Autumn, Summer, Winter and Spring Rebirth

Chapter 2 2. Whether to enter the palace
  Xia Dongchun just lay on the bed, staring at the tent above her head, thinking over and over again in her mind, thinking about Concubine Hua's cruelty and her hatred for Concubine Hua, thinking about the days when her legs were crippled and bleeding and painful every day, and thinking about wandering in the Forbidden City. After decades of confusion, I wanted to see with my own eyes Zhen Huan’s cleverness and smoothness compared with her own stupidity...

Over the past few decades, she had already figured it out and understood it. She also learned some useful things in the Forbidden City and knew some things that others didn't know. All the events in the past life seemed to be vivid in my mind, and I was indeed so stupid that I became the first victim in that struggle.

My brother must be very sad that I died in the palace with hatred. I remembered that my brother told me to be careful before entering the palace in my previous life, but I didn't remember it in my heart. I just felt that I was young and beautiful, and my family background was not low, so I must be qualified to be the same as all the concubines. Even higher, now that I think about it, it's really stupid.

But Concubine Hua... I hate her.

Xia Dongchun could not stop the hatred in her heart. Concubine Hua was ruthless, not to mention herself, but seeing Fuzi and Chun Guiren, Concubine Hua's cruelty was evident.

Or maybe such a woman is worthy of being the emperor. The one who took the throne in Jiulong was the one who took the throne. Later, even though she doted on Zhen Huan so much, she showed no mercy to Zhen Yuandao's family, which shows that the emperor is ruthless.

With such random thoughts, it was daybreak. Xia Dongchun stared at it all night and thought about it. Although he didn't come up with a clue, he probably accepted the fact that he was back before the draft. Now he could only take one step at a time.

"Miss, get up and have some breakfast, don't get hungry." It was Aunt Peilan.

"Okay." Xia Dongchun said in a hoarse voice.

Then Ging Guo and several little maids came to help Xia Dongchun get up and freshen up.

"Miss didn't sleep well last night, the circles under her eyes were black and blue." Bai Guo looked at the haggard Xia Dongchun in the bronze mirror and said distressedly.

"Miss was frightened yesterday and needs to be recuperated for a while. At this age, energy and energy are particularly important. Don't dare to be careless." Mammy said seriously.

"Mommy, I'm a little hungry, let's have breakfast." Xia Dongchun said lightly, a little weakly.

Breakfast was delivered by Ye Jia family early in the morning. Because the weather was hot, she was not afraid of the food getting cold. It consisted of a few light side dishes, two sweet and salty porridges, and it was quick to put together.

Maybe she was really hungry, so Xia Dongchun ate two or three small buns and drank two bowls of sweet porridge with side dishes, and then she felt she had the strength to lift.

After breakfast, he went to sit in the pavilion where he woke up yesterday, staring blankly at his yard. Now Xia Dongchun could really understand what it was like to feel like he was in another world.

Both Mammy and Bai Guo looked at her with worried eyes, as if they were afraid that she would suddenly be frightened again in this pavilion.

When Ye Jia came in, she saw such a scene. Xia Dongchun was sitting in the pavilion, with a nanny and a maid standing on both sides of her in preparation.

"Little sister, you are feeling better today." Ye Jiashi's soft voice sounded.

Xia Dongchun regained consciousness and stood up to greet them.

"Sister-in-law, you're here, I'm feeling much better." Xia Dongchun took Ye Jia's hand and sat on the bench in the pavilion together.

Ye Jiashi looked at the hands held by her and her sister-in-law, and was confused. She always felt that something was wrong with her sister-in-law. She felt like this yesterday. She thought it was because she was frightened by the nightmare. Today, she really saw it more clearly. I have gotten closer, and my speech is no longer as bossy as before.

"Have breakfast ready? Did you use much? You need to eat well these days, take more nourishment, and drink the calming soup prescribed by the doctor on time."

Ye Jia is more than ten years older than Xia Dongchun and has a daughter herself, so it is natural that she would not be wrong to care for a sick girl. Although Xia Dongchun is usually arrogant and arrogant, the two of them don't have much affection for each other, but the elder sister-in-law is like a mother, and the husband is busy with official duties, so he should pay more attention to her both emotionally and rationally.

"Sister-in-law is worried. She ate a lot for breakfast and is really hungry. She ate two or three steamed stuffed buns stuffed with chicken and tofu. She also drank two bowls of porridge." Xia Dongchun thought, as if she had never spoken to her sister-in-law like this before. , I just think she is boring, but I don’t know what my brother likes about her. Now my mood is different, and I am extremely moved by my sister-in-law's concern.

When Ye Jia heard what she said, she smiled and said, "Sister-in-law will make soup for you at noon. My second brother came back from the army today and said he wanted to bring snacks from the Honey Crispy Shop on the street to my little aunt."

Xia Dongchun smiled knowingly.

"I have consulted the doctor in private. Your health is fine. You are just slightly deficient in qi and blood. A woman's lack of qi and blood can be serious or minor. I discussed this with your brother last night. My mother's family has a doctor who specializes in women's medicine. I have sent a letter to the doctor this morning to invite him. He will stay in the house for a few months and help you take care of yourself, little sister."

"Why trouble my sister-in-law to invite your family doctor? It's a lot of inconvenience for my aunt and sisters-in-law. Chun'er is really sorry." Xia Dongchun didn't expect Ye Jia to be so considerate and felt embarrassed.

"Don't refuse, little sister. It only takes a few months. My mother is also very supportive. Besides, I often feel that my health is not as good as before, so I just want to take this opportunity to take care of myself." Ye Jiashi said with a smile.

"Thank you so much, sister-in-law." Xia Dongchun stopped refusing and accepted Ye Jia's kindness.

Seeing that Xia Dongchun looked a little tired, Ye Jia stood up and said that she had some housework to do. Before leaving, she told Xia Dongchun to get more rest.

Summer, winter and spring are indeed tiring, after all, I stayed up all night. After sending Ye Jia away, she held Bai Guo's hand and returned to the house.

"Mom, sister-in-law, have you always treated me like this?" Bai Guo untied Xia Dongchun's clothes and untied her hair. Xia Dongchun sat beside the bed and said softly. "Madam has always been kind to others, let alone to young ladies. She is like a mother, and she has always done her best," said Sister Peilan.

"I was very rude to my sister-in-law before. My brother spoiled me and my sister-in-law must have suffered a lot." Xia Dongchun looked out the window and spoke in a daze.

Peilan was stunned, and Bai Guo answered from the side, "What are you talking about, young lady? I haven't read a book, but I also know that acknowledging mistakes can make a lot of improvements. There will be a long time to come."

"Yes, Miss. Moreover, although Zuoling is partial to Miss, he also loves Madam. Privately, he would not let Madam be wronged. I see that Madam really treats you as her little sister." Peilan said.

"Yes, the days will be long in the future." Xia Dongchun murmured. "I'll take a nap and call me during lunch."

After sleeping, it was time for lunch.

Xia Dongchun went to the main courtyard to have lunch with Ye Jia. Xia Dongchun's second nephew Xia Tengyun returned from the army today, and together with his two nieces Xia Jingyan and Xia Jingshu, even if Xia Wei didn't go home for lunch recently from work, the main courtyard was busy enough today.

"aunt."

"aunt."

Before entering the main courtyard, the two little nieces saw Xia Dongchun first and called her aunt affectionately. The two little nieces are twin girls, just eight years old this year, the second one is thirteen years old, and the eldest Xia Lingyun is one year older. They are all at a lively and active age, and Xia Dongchun is not dignified, so they can naturally have fun.

Xia Dongchun took the hands of her two nieces and entered the main courtyard, and saw Xia Tengyun flexing her muscles in the courtyard.

"It's finally my time to come back, and I'm not idle. You're wielding swords and guns, so don't scare your sisters."

Xia Tengyun stopped moving and spoke with a smile.

"Auntie is here. Teng Yun has grown up recently and wants to show off his skills to auntie. Why is it that auntie only cares about the two little girls?"

"I heard from my mother that my aunt visited the doctor yesterday, but she felt uncomfortable. Is she feeling better today?"

It's hard to tell children about nightmares, so Xia Tengyun didn't know the details.

"It's okay, my aunt. I'm fine today. Teng Yun has really grown up. I see that my body is much stronger, and I'm more considerate and sensible."

"Auntie, come in quickly. Mother has already ordered lunch to be prepared. Father sent someone to say that he is going home for dinner today." Xia Tengyun's face turned slightly red after being praised, and he hurriedly called Xia Dongchun into the house.

Ye Jiashi was still busy, and after a while, Xia Wei also returned to the house, and everyone was ready to take their seats. Seeing that it was rare for people to gather together, Ye Jia sent someone to the backyard to tell his concubine Liu and the third child Xia Chengyun to come to the main courtyard for lunch.

Xia Wei is a rough man, and Ye Jia is also easy-going, so the Xia family does not have many rules, and the children are all out-tempered. Although the third child is steady, he is also friendly with everyone, and the lunch is lively. Noisy.

After lunch, Xia Wei left Xia Dongchun to talk in the study. It is said to be a study room, but it is much less bookish and contains a lot of weapons. Only the third among the boys is better at studying. The eldest and second have both been practicing martial arts since childhood. It's no wonder that the two of them were thrown into the army by Xia Wei when they were thirteen or fourteen years old. Taking the path of military generals can be regarded as making use of their strengths and avoiding their weaknesses.

Xia Wei is very good to Xia Dongchun, and you can tell just by looking at her unreasonable temper.

Liu Xia Dongchun was naturally concerned about her health, and told her that Ye Jia had hired a doctor specializing in women's medicine from her parents' family to take care of her health. He said that the doctor's surname was Zhang, and he was known as Madam Zhang. Having worked in the house for more than ten years, it was used by the female family members of the Ye Jia family, and they could settle down in Xia Mansion in the afternoon.

Xia Dongchun here has already understood that this lady is really capable. Her sister-in-law is in good health and has given birth to two sons and two daughters. This is rare among the female relatives of officials in the capital. Now it seems that this lady is It’s because of Ye Jia’s long-term conditioning.

After saying this, Xia Wei seemed to have something else to say but couldn't say it. After struggling for a long time, he finally said it.

"Little sister, are you willing to enter the palace?"

When Xia Dongchun heard these words, his mind went blank, and his body even trembled slightly uncontrollably. Entering the palace through the draft was the beginning of her nightmare.

"The palace clearly issued an edict that the emperor's period of filial piety has passed, and the general election will be held this year. According to the rules, you will naturally run for election, but I promise you that if you are unwilling to enter the palace, I will have many ways to prevent you from being elected."

Xia Wei didn't notice anything unusual about Xia Dongchun and kept talking to himself.

"Although my brother is a rough man, I have heard that people in the palace can eat people without spitting out their bones. I only have a sister like you, and I usually indulge you a little. Your temperament is indeed not suitable for the palace."

(End of this chapter)