Chapter 266 Urging to Bear Children

Chapter 266: Urging Childbirth

"If you don't plan to have a second child so soon, it's best to take contraceptive measures in advance, so you won't be caught off guard by an unexpected pregnancy."

Hua Ruyue awkwardly twisted her handkerchief, her face flushed with embarrassment as she muttered, "Thank you for the reminder, Princess Ye. We'll be more careful in the future."

Ji Yuntang finished writing the prescription and had someone fetch the medicine, then she took out silver needles to perform acupuncture on Hua Ruyue.

Fifteen minutes later, Ji Yuntang removed all the needles from Hua Ruyue's body and said to her, "It's done. Take the medicine I just prescribed on time every day, and after resting for a while, you'll be fine."

"Thank you, Princess Ye."

Hua Ruyue was deeply grateful. She personally offered payment, but Ji Yuntang refused it. Instead, she stood up and walked out.

Standing in the hallway outside the door, she gazed up at the sky for a while and let out a helpless, wry laugh.

Who would have thought that she herself, having lived two lives without ever experiencing such matters, would already be treating women's health issues for ancient women?

That's understandable, but in ancient times, which was so conservative, many women with such conditions were too shy to speak up, missing the optimal time for treatment.

They let minor ailments drag into serious illnesses, which only got worse over time, eventually costing them their lives.

Hua Ruyue had definitely come to the right person.

Just then, Tao Zhi came looking for her and said, "Princess, Heir Xie sent me to fetch you. The banquet is about to begin."

"Alright, let's go then!"

The banquet at the Xu residence was quite traditional, with male and female guests seated separately, divided by a large screen.

When Ji Yuntang arrived, she saw Madam Cai beckoning her, "Tang'er, come over to your mother. I've saved a seat for you."

Ji Yuntang smiled and walked over, when suddenly a head popped out from behind, startling her.

Qin Zhiyi stared at her with big, shiny eyes, and upon seeing Ji Yuntang, she looked very surprised and happy.

"Princess Ye, it really is you! When I saw you from over there, I thought I'd mistaken you!"

"This banquet is so boring. My father made me come out to see the world, make some friends, and get familiar with the capital. But I don't know a single person here. Fortunately, I ran into you, or I'd be bored out of my mind."

Madam Cai looked at Qin Zhiyi, who was wearing a yellow dress, and smiled warmly.

"Tang'er, do you know this young lady?"

Ji Yuntang took Qin Zhiyi's hand and sat down, introducing her with a smile.

"Yes, Mother. This is Qin Zhiyi, the second young lady of the Dingyuan General's Mansion. She's also my friend."

"Zhi Yi, this is my mother, the Duchess Rong."

Qin Zhiyi covered her mouth in surprise, her eyes sweeping over the two of them before she quickly broke into a grin.

"Princess Ye, I always thought your mother was the Lady of Yongning. I never imagined you were the Duke Rong's daughter."

Having arrived late, she had no idea what had just happened here, so she naturally missed the big family reunion scene.

Just then, a surprised but restrained voice came from the men's side.

"What? You want me to call you 'Big Brother' from now on?"

"Xie Liuzheng, you've really got some nerve now! Can't you even tell who's older and who's younger anymore?"

Ji Yuntang raised an eyebrow, recognizing Luo Sinian's voice.

Then, Xie Liuzheng's cheeky voice rang out.

"You call Tangtang 'Third Sister-in-law,' and now Tangtang is my sister. By seniority, doesn't that make me your elder? We've been brothers for so many years, and letting you call me 'Big Brother' is already a good deal. You're not even grateful!"

"Let me tell you, this opportunity won't come again. Watch out, or I'll have Tangtang beat you up."

Luo Sinian: "..."

Before he could finish speaking, Qin Zhiyi burst out laughing.

"The way they talk is so funny. They seem to have a good relationship, but who is this 'Tangtang'? Do you know her, Princess Ye?"

Ji Yuntang: "..."

Under Qin Zhiyi's confused gaze, her mouth twitched.

"Maybe, perhaps, it's me they're talking about."

Qin Zhiyi: "..."

Qin Zhiyi: "!!!"

It was only then that she realized: Ji Yuntang, Tangtang—'Tang' is right there in her name!

She stared wide-eyed at Ji Yuntang, who stared back just as wide-eyed. The two couldn't help it and burst out laughing simultaneously.

Qin Zhiyi, being outgoing, said directly, "Haha! So they all call you Tangtang! I've also realized that calling you 'Princess Ye' seems too formal. From now on, I'll call you Tangtang too!"

"...Whatever makes you happy." Ji Yuntang was dumbfounded. She had expected Qin Zhiyi to scold Xie Liuzheng and Luo Sinian for being so informal, but instead, she accepted it quickly and was very familiar with it.

With the people from the Yongning Marquis Mansion gone, the banquet became lively. Ji Yuntang felt the food on the table tasted much better. Qin Zhiyi stood up to leave.

"Tangtang, I have to go. Remember to think of me when you get back!"

Ji Yuntang: "..."

She felt that this was Qin Zhiyi's true self—the heroic and domineering woman from before was just an act.

Ji Yuntang nodded, watching Qin Zhiyi leave. "I will, I will."

Madam Cai came over and asked with a smile, "Tang'er, this friend of yours is quite interesting. Is she married or betrothed? Does she have a love interest?"

Ji Yuntang thought for a moment and said, "Zhiyi just came back from the military camp not long ago, so she's probably not engaged yet."

"Mother, why do you ask?"

Madam Cai smiled and said, "I think she's a good person, and her background is fine. I was thinking of betrothing her to your brother Zheng'er. What do you think?"

Ji Yuntang was slightly startled. Her first reaction was that if Madam Cai wanted to introduce Qin Zhiyi to Xie Liuzheng, but what about Luo Qingge?

She strongly felt that Luo Qingge and Xie Liuzheng, that quarreling couple, were more suited to each other.

Moreover, Qin Zhiyi might not necessarily take a liking to Xie Liuzheng's roguish and unruly nature.

"Mother, Zhiyi is a good person, but she doesn't really know Brother well. I think with feelings, it's better for the two to get to know each other first before we can tell if they're a good match."

One big problem in ancient times was that once parents took a liking to someone, they'd ask the emperor to decree a marriage, or go propose, send betrothal gifts, and set a wedding date, without giving the couple a chance to get to know each other.

As a result, many couples ended up at odds after marriage, and their households were thrown into chaos.

Just then, Xie Liuzheng and Luo Sinian walked out together.

As soon as he came out, Xie Liuzheng overheard Ji Yuntang's words.

Without a second thought, he immediately objected.

"Mother, I disagree. Please stop playing matchmaker. Miss Qin is simply not my type."

"Don't you try to introduce me to every decent girl you see. How many have you tried to set me up with already?"

Xie Jinrong twisted his ear and said indignantly, "You little punk, didn't you see Prime Minister Hua today mocking your father because he doesn't have a grandson?"

"You're already twenty, almost twenty-one, and still not married. Are you trying to drive your father crazy?"

Xie Liuzheng, with his ear twisted, jumped up and down in frustration.

"Father, although I haven't married, Sister Yuntang is already married. Instead of pressing me to marry, why don't you urge Sister Yuntang and Prince Ye to have a grandson for you? That'd be faster, wouldn't it?"

The corner of Ji Yuntang's mouth twitched.

She could have killed Xie Liuzheng. He was really bringing up an unwelcome topic. Why didn't he notice that Luo Junhe was still recovering?

Sure enough, after Xie Liuzheng finished speaking, Xie Jinrong and Madam Cai stared straight at her, their eyes gleaming with hope.

Ji Yuntang thought, "Not good. Xie Jinrong and Madam Cai have been longing for a grandson for years. They might have become obsessed!"

At this moment, it was quite possible they would urge her to have a child.

Before the two could speak, Ji Yuntang quickly made an excuse and hurried off.

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