Reborn in the last years of Kangxi

Chapter 230
Inner courtyard, main courtyard, upper room.

Chuyu and Zijing sat on the kang, and planned to send gifts to various prefectures in the capital at the end of the month. At the end of May, although they asked the steward of the Thirteenth Prince's mansion to bring some earthen rituals back to Beijing, they were just children's belongings and could not be considered formal. human relations.

Not to mention other families, here in Shanchun County Prince's Mansion, there are: July 25th, the sixth elder brother Hongjing's first birthday; July 32th, Chunjun King's 22nd birthday; August 35th, Er Gege's birthday; The seventeenth day of the lunar month is the birthday of Wu Gege; the [-]nd day of the eighth month is the [-]th birthday of Chu Fujin Nala.

Pingjun Palace, Jueluo's House, Zhaojia's House, Wanyan's House, Fucha's House, etc., all have some contacts in July and August.Although it is possible to ask the capital to buy it, everyone knows that their husband and wife are in Shandong, so it seems a little coping. How can it be better than sending people back from Shandong to give gifts?
Whether it is a close relative or a close friend, in the status of Cao Yong and Chu Yu, more etiquette is not to be afraid of, but it is not less; hurt feelings.

What can Yizhou have?It's not easy to send someone to the capital to buy it, so I have to draw up a list first, see what is there now, and where it needs to be added or subtracted, and send someone to Jinan or Xuzhou to buy it.

See Cao Yong come in, Amethyst smiled and got up.

Cao Yong thought of taking over the wind for Cheng Mengxing, and said to Zijing: "Cheng Mengxing is here, let the kitchen prepare wine and vegetables, and welcome him at night! I was going to invite him to drink, thank him for helping us repair the garden, and I have been delaying Until now, I have not had this opportunity, but today is a great gift!"

Zijing raised her eyebrows slightly, a little surprised, she thought she remembered Cheng Mengxing, but she didn't ask any more questions, and went out with a smile.

Chu Yu didn't seem to be a stranger when she saw Zijing, she knew that this person must have some contact with Cao's family, vaguely, she also felt that the name was familiar, as if she had heard of it before Cao Yong, but she couldn't remember it.A look of confusion could not help but appear on the round face.

Seeing Chuyu's puzzled face, Cao Yong said with a smile: "Didn't you say that our Wutong Garden is exquisite and comfortable? It was created by this Yangzhou talent. He is a friend of Mr. Wang, who is extremely elegant!"

Chu Yu called Zhu'er, Xi Yun and others to come in with water, and waited on Cao Yong to change the long gown outside, and then said: "I remember that year I heard that my son-in-law mentioned that he was a gentleman in the capital who was preparing for the Jinshi examination, and it was he who came here. gone?"

Cao Yong wiped his face, changed into clean clothes, and while fastening the buttons, he replied: "It is Mr. Cheng, who has already passed the rank and appointed a good scholar. This time he is returning to his hometown to visit his relatives. He just passed by." Shandong, I am here to visit you!"

Chu Yu said: "Since this is the case, I should really thank you. Not only our Wutong Garden, but also the gardens in the capital's mansion are also very elegant!" Compared with the gardens in the garden, the present one is really a bit of a sight! But there is nothing to do, a place as big as a palm can be walked to the end a few steps away, even if you know how to tidy up the garden, you can't arrange it!"

Cao Yong heard the sense of melancholy, helped Chuyu to sit on the edge of the kang, and asked with a smile: "Chuyu wants a big garden?"

Although Chuyu is pregnant, she is very happy, but she is still young and extremely shy.It was better when I was not pregnant; after I was pregnant, I only went out of the mansion once when I went to the temple to pray for blessings on the eighth day of April.

Cao Yong is a man after all, how can he know that his wife's reluctance is because of shyness?I thought that not moving was a common symptom of pregnancy, and I was afraid that her body would be weak, which would be bad for giving birth, so I advised her to move around more.

Afterwards, Zijing saw that something was wrong with Chuyu, she was better in the yard, followed Lianqiu to ask her about her pregnancy reaction, and listened to Mrs. Han and Mrs. Lu nagging about taking care of the child; Depressed, as if he didn't want to meet people with such a big belly, he told the maid in the inner house not to go to the garden after dinner, and specially reserved the place for her.

Not only is the garden not a little big, but also because I transferred it to others to avoid it, Chu Yu didn't like to go after going there a few times.

Listening to Cao Yong's question, Chu Yu raised her head to look at her handsome husband, stretched out her chubby little hand, and answered irrelevantly: "Chu Yu still thinks she is too fat!"

Cao Yong looked at her frowning slightly, and couldn't help regretting for a while. She was pregnant and gave birth when Fang Duoding was a little older, and she had no parents around her.

Cao Yong blamed himself very much, sitting next to Chu Yu, holding her fleshy right hand and said: "It's all my fault, I wanted you to be pregnant two years later, who would have thought... ..." Before he finished speaking, Chu Yu covered his lips with his left hand.

Chu Yu said slightly annoyed: "Don't say that, my son-in-law, Chu Yu is full of joy, Chu Yu has a baby!" As she spoke, she put down her left hand that covered Cao Yong's lips, and gently stroked her own raised lip. His belly was like stroking the most precious treasure in the world, his eyes were bright, and his face was filled with endless joy.

Cao Yong couldn't help but gently put his hand on Chuyu's belly, it was really indescribably miraculous, it really happened when the baby kicked his legs and stretched his arms.Now the husband and wife have banned intercourse, and most of the conversations in the boudoir are about the child in the womb.

Both of them are first-time parents, and sometimes when the baby kicks their legs, they will be very happy.

Although in Cao Yong's heart, daughters and sons are the same, and he has no intention of "preferring sons to daughters" or "femdom to sons", but in order for Chuyu to avoid the pressure of family succession, let her take good care of her after giving birth, and will The time for the second birth was delayed by three to five years, and he still hoped that the first birth would be a son.

Cao Yong thought of his previous life, because he was an old man, he rarely interacted with his father, in contrast, he was more dependent on his elder brother; in this life, it is also an era that emphasizes "strict father and loving mother".

It's okay to be older, when Cao Yin was in front of him when he was young, he rarely turned his face.Whenever father and son meet, no matter when and where, they must first be reprimanded harshly, and then they can speak with a cold face.It's as if his son, if he doesn't suffer a few words of scolding, he won't be able to make a living, and he will become a rebellious son of the family.

At first, Cao Yong was still a little uncomfortable, especially when he returned to Zhizao Mansion after being in distress.However, later, seeing Cao Quan smiling and Mimi talking to him, turning his head and immediately glaring at Cao Song, spitting out "bastards", he found helplessly that this kind of pattern seems to be the common sense of father and son getting along in this world.

Seeing Cao Yong stroking her stomach, Chu Yu kept silent and asked cautiously, "Is the eunuch angry with Chu Yu? Isn't there a guest in the front yard? Would it be impolite to delay like this?"

Cao Yong said with a smile: "I'm thinking about what kind of game to play with this child in the future? If he is disobedient, he will have to be taught a few words and kicked. Whoever told him to be dishonest, he will know how to bully him before he comes out of the stomach." little mother!"

"Little mother?" Chu Yu heard the word fresh, Cao Yong nodded: "Isn't it little mother? Your birthday is late, and the child will not be sixteen years old when it is born."

It took quite a while to return to the inner courtyard, after all, there were guests ahead, just as Chu Yu said, if you delay for a long time, you will be a little rude.

Cao Yong stood up and said to Chu Yu: "I'm going to accompany the guests to have a drink, and I will invite Zijing to accompany you to eat later! I have a gift for you, and I will take you to Nancheng to have a look tomorrow morning while it is still not hot. , but I don’t know if it suits you! Even if you don’t agree, it’s okay, it’s not because everyone is here!”

The words in the front are clear, but the words in the back are confused. Chu Yu wanted to ask, but Cao Yong had already picked up the curtain and went out.

Chu Yu felt a little apprehensive at the thought of going out of the house, maybe this potbellied appearance would be seen by others.But since it was her husband's intention, looking at her expression, she seemed to have spent all her time thinking, how could she refuse?
It's just that it can't be taken back to the mansion just what it is, and needs to be seen in person.Chu Yu pondered for a while, but couldn't guess the answer.

After arranging the banquet in the front yard at the kitchen side, Zijing took her maid to deliver the food to the main yard.

Chu Yu was still thinking about it, and Zijing smiled and said: "What is the princess thinking about? It's exhausting to watch, let's eat first! Don't be hungry, it will make the little master uncomfortable in the stomach, and you have to toss again Princess!"

Zhu'er, Cui'er, Xiyun and Xicai who came in to serve were all smiling.

With Xiyun and Xicai waiting on her, Chuyu removed the jadeite bracelet on her wrist, washed her hands, and then sat back on the kang.

Zijing persuaded her several times, saying that since her body is inconvenient, don't wear these hairpins and rings temporarily, so as to save the trouble of taking them off and on.

But Chu Yu refused, because her body was slightly bloated and obese after showing her pregnancy, and she paid more attention to dressing up, for fear that something bad would fall into Cao Yong's eyes.Fortunately, after she married into Cao's family, she no longer used lead powder. After she became pregnant, she listened to Cao Yong's words. Apart from drawing thrushes, she no longer put rouge on her face.Therefore, I turned my face to the sky and gradually got used to it.

Although Zijing is not married, seeing that Chuyu is doing well in front of Cao Yong, she is very uneasy in private, and she can vaguely guess why.Originally wanted to speak to persuade, but when the words came to her lips, she swallowed them back.

Although I know that my uncle is considerate, but if the wife is pregnant, it is reasonable for the man to take a housemate to wait on him.

No matter how noble a woman in the world is, she is bound by etiquette, and the word "jealousy" must never be touched.

The princess is so uneasy, not only because she is afraid of her husband's empathy, but also because she is secretly guilty, thinking that she has committed the evil act of "jealousy".

It's okay if the baby is a boy, otherwise, I'm afraid that if my uncle doesn't want it, the princess will help her husband take concubines for the sake of her husband's family.At that time, even if you feel sad in your heart, you will still smile and be a "sensible" daughter-in-law.

Thinking of these, Zijing felt a headache and couldn't help being a little confused.I don't know whether to believe in my uncle's special feelings, or to think that "men are so lucky in the world".

If it is "dedicated", then what is the reason for the woman in the garden house in Nancheng?If it's "thin luck", who looks bad from the youngest to the adult, who waits by your side?Just say that Zhu'er and Cui'er who are waiting by his side now are also outstanding in appearance, not to mention Xi Yu, who is not welcome in the capital mansion, but I don't see him taking a second look or saying a word.

After dinner, Chuyu was still thinking about what the gift was, and couldn't help but tell Zijing, asking Zijing to help think about it.She cats in the yard all day long, and she has become stupid. After thinking for half an hour, she still can't guess what the gift is.

A few days ago, Zijing had vaguely heard about the garden house in the south of the city.Then after Cao Yong sent away the servants over there, he asked Zijing to choose two stable people to look at the house.Because of the rumor of "Golden House Cangjiao", Zijing was not sure, so she refused to ask more questions, so she didn't know very well.

However, now that Chu Yu said that she was going to Nancheng to see presents, Zijing finally breathed a sigh of relief, and was really happy for Chu Yu from the bottom of her heart.I can't blame my uncle for going out early and returning late these few days, coming and going in a hurry, as if he was very busy, it seems that he is going to clean up the garden over there.

Seeing Chuyu's look full of anticipation, Zijing smiled and said: "The princess can't think of it, how could the slave girl think of it! However, the slave girl thought, since the master took the trouble to prepare it, it must be in line with the princess's thoughts." present!"

I think my uncle didn't tell the truth directly, but wanted to surprise the princess, since that's the case, why should I talk too much, disturbing the interest of the young couple.Amethyst thought so, and refused to say more.

Perhaps it was because she managed to divert her attention from the baby in her womb, Chu Yu hesitated for a long time that night, and finally couldn't help asking.

Cao Yong originally wanted to hide it for another night and give her a surprise tomorrow morning, but when he saw her staring, with a look of "I really want to know, I really want to know" on her face, my heart softened, and I gently put her in my arms .

Chu Yu is very well-behaved, no longer the little adult in front of people, whispered: "Chu Yu wants to know, otherwise, I'm afraid I won't be able to fall asleep!" As he said, he lifted the jade pendant hanging on his chest: "Except for this, This is the second time Prince Consort has given Chu Yu a gift!" His voice was full of joy and anticipation.

Cao Yong is extremely guilty, sighed.Chu Yu was married to him for a year and a half, and she was so busy all day long that she rarely had time for her.All his thoughts are on the situation of the court and the safety of the family, and he doesn't think about loving his little wife well.

Seeing Cao Yong sigh, Chu Yu felt uneasy, and murmured: "Did Chu Yu say something wrong again?"

No matter how careless Cao Yong was, he still noticed Chu Yu's abnormality.Cao Yong frowned slightly, thinking about it, is this the same as not moving, is it a pregnancy syndrome?Inadvertently, how did you become so timid and pitiful?

Although Chu Yu held back, the tears still overflowed slowly.Maybe he was afraid that Cao Yong would see him, so he lowered his head and grabbed Cao Yong's arm with both hands.

Hot tears fell on Cao Yong's skin, which made him feel distressed. He quickly sat up, helped Chuyu up, and asked with concern while wiping her tears: "What's wrong? Mother?"

Chu Yu closed her eyes, but the tears seemed endless, and she couldn't wipe them away.

Cao Yong also panicked, wondering what happened to make Chuyu feel wronged like this?Although he didn't become a thief, he couldn't help feeling guilty when he thought of the two sisters in Nancheng.Could it be that some news reached Chu Yu's ears?This is really wronged, I have already planned to tell her that I know tomorrow morning?

"But... What kind of gossip has been heard, and you are unhappy?" Cao Yong continued to ask.

Chu Yu was still crying silently, the tip of her nose was slightly red, and she looked very pitiful.

Cao Yong was hesitating whether to "confess" right away, when Fang saw Chu Yu shook his head lightly, and then whispered: "Chu Yu...Chu Yu...so scared..."

Seeing Chuyu's weak and helpless appearance, besides being full of heartache, Cao Yong also felt a little unspeakable annoyance. Could it be that he is not someone who can be trusted and relied on?What is the reason why Chuyu endured it silently, but was unwilling to tell herself?
Where would you be willing to get angry?Although Cao Yong was a little depressed, he still said softly: "What is Chuyu afraid of? Is she afraid of the pain of giving birth? Don't worry too much. I will accompany you when the time comes, and the two of us will wait for the baby to be born together!"

Chu Yu finally stopped crying, and murmured, "Chu Yu is afraid of having a daughter!"

The birth of a boy and a girl can only depend on luck. Although I have various concerns, I also look forward to having a son, but I don't want Chuyu to bear such pressure, lest she be disappointed and sad when she gives birth to a daughter.Therefore, he frowned and said, "What about my daughter? I like my daughter the most, no better than Tao Boy! This little mother is really partial, and she is not afraid that the baby in her belly will hear it!"

Chu Yu whispered: "Chu Yu also likes her daughter, because she is worried about disappointing her father and mother!"

This father and mother naturally refer to Cao Yin and his wife in Jiangning. Cao Yong shook his head: "Aren't you stupid? Don't mention this in front of your mother! Don't forget, our family is also Xiantian's sister. After three years Only my mother has me!"

Chu Yu hadn't thought of this before, but now that Cao Yong mentioned this in a serious manner, she really thought she was thinking about it, and her face was a little more ashamed.He was uneasy, but also smiled shyly, but his brows were still unfurled.

After Cao Yongkai solved his wife, he thought everything would be fine now, but he saw Chuyu's face was very stiff, he didn't look like he was resolving his knot, he held her hand, and he didn't know where to persuade her...
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