readytorunbook Chapter 169 Ningguta
Chapter 169 Ningguta
Ningguta was bitterly cold, Zhen Yuandao was old, and the two female relatives, Madam Zhen and Zhen Yurao, had lived a life of luxury in the past. They were frail and weak, but also beautiful.
Once they go to Ningguta, it's easy for something to happen on the way; a cold could cost them half their lives.
Not to mention if they ran into some bad guys, what if they took a fancy to the two women and planned something bad to them...
The journey is difficult and the environment is harsh. Even if you can get there safely, how many lives can survive?
Zhen Huan has the help of Prince Guo, which also benefits her family.
But this was a great opportunity to do a favor. Huimin had just received news about his grandfather Maizhu, and the emperor had sent him to inspect Ningguta.
Since they are going to Ningguta, Huimin can also ask Maizhu to take a look at the situation of Zhen's family. Even if he does nothing else, he can write a letter to Huimin to tell her about the current situation of Zhen Huan's family. Huimin can then ask someone to send a letter to Zhen Huan to inform her.
A letter from home is worth a thousand pieces of gold. Now that Zhen Huan can't see her relatives and can't receive letters from home, it's good to be able to learn about her family's current situation from other people.
Let Mai Zhu take care of the Zhen family, or tell Madam Zhen that although her daughter is in Ganlu Temple, her life is not so difficult because of the money given by Concubine Xian. How can they not remember this favor of helping in times of need?
Now Zhen Yuandao is in Ningguta as a criminal, and Zhen Huan has been banished from the palace. The Zhen family has no chance of turning things around, but Huimin helps them without gaining any benefit, which shows her true love for them.
Although it is not a big favor, since they are willing to lend a helping hand, they will naturally remember Huimin's kindness.
Huimin wrote a letter to her grandfather, and soon Maizhu sent a reply, expressing his full support for his granddaughter.
If you have any ideas, just tell your grandfather.
Mai Zhu's absence would take several months, so he wouldn't be able to report back on the Zhen family's situation quickly, but Huimin was not in a hurry.
After all, Zhen Huan's matter was handled easily, and the most important thing now is to prepare for the birth.
This is Huimin's second child, so she has some experience.
It won't be long before Shen Meizhuang's mother will go to the palace to accompany her in childbirth.
Huimin and Shen Meizhuang were due only one month apart, so the emperor showed special favor and allowed Xitala and Madam Shen to enter the palace at the same time.
"I can also spend more time with Consort Xian."
This is what the emperor meant, and he also expressed his honor and favor for Huimin and the Xilin Gioro family.
Huimin felt particularly reluctant to let her mother go when she thought about the last time she left the palace. They both thought it would be difficult for them to spend such a long time together again.
Unexpectedly, Huimin became pregnant again, and Xitala was able to stay with her for a longer time.
All in all, I can stay for more than three months.
During these three years, the mother and daughter could only see each other once at important banquets or when Xitala was occasionally ordered to enter the palace.
This time, maybe I can speak my mind.
And Huimin already has Hongyao, so there is no rush whether it is a boy or a girl this time.
During this pregnancy, Huimin was an honorable imperial concubine and had many people under her.
Many things become easier.
It was a sunny day when Xitala entered the palace, and Huimin waited early like last time.
However, this time is a little different.
When Hongyao heard that Guo Luo's mother was coming, he was very excited. He got up early to pick up Xitala.
The child didn't see Xitala very often, but every time they met, Xitala would hug him and often brought him some gifts. Whatever Hongyao wanted, Ortai and Xitala would always respond.
From time to time, Hongyao’s childish words would be added to the letters home.
Hongyao also knew that Xitala loved him very much.
Hongyao was very happy to be able to spend more than three months with Xitala.
He was going to pick up Xitala, and Hongjun found out and also wanted to go.
Shen Meizhuang is pregnant and cannot accompany Hongjun, so she is still worried.
But Hongjun was a stubborn child and no one could stop him. He insisted on going with his brother.
Shen Meizhuang had no choice but to agree and arranged for many people to accompany her.
When Xitala and Madam Shen arrived, they saw two little balls in golden clothes.
A round one with a strong-looking body and a smiling face.
One of them gently held the other's hand, but his face looked a little pale and he was smaller.
Looking at the two of them, Xitala and Mrs. Shen reacted immediately.
"I have met the Seventh and Eighth Princes."
Hongyao threw himself into Xitala's arms, "Mother Guoluo, get up quickly. Hongyao is here to pick you up."
Hongyao's voice was cheerful, and he did not forget to greet Hongjun, "Come on, brother, this is my mother Guoluo."
Hongjun watched his brother let go of his hand and rushed out. Before he could react, he heard Hongyao calling him, so he obediently moved forward.
"Brother's Guo Luo mother?"
Mrs. Shen on the side also looked at Hongjun with expectation. This was the grandson born to the Shen family by her daughter. Her daughter said that although Prince Hongjun was weak, he was very smart.
Mrs. Shen is not like Xitala who can see her grandson several times a year. Her husband is a third-rank official. Such large-scale banquets usually only invite officials of the second rank and above. The Shen family does not have that kind of money.
Since Hongjun was born, they had only met two or three times. It seemed that Prince Hongyao still had an impression of Xitala, but Hongjun was a complete stranger to him.
But Mrs. Shen also hopes that her grandson can be close to her.
But Madam Shen just watched Hongjun ignore her and follow the Seventh Prince towards Xitala.
The child was very reserved. He hid behind his brother and didn't say a word.
But Hongyao started to introduce him to Hongjun as usual.
"This is my mother Guo Luo,"
Then, Hongyao looked at Mrs. Shen who was standing aside expectantly, and introduced her naturally: "This is your mother Guo Luo."
Hongyao acted as if he had seen Mrs. Shen many times.
Seeing Mrs. Shen's expectant look, Hongyao patted his brother's back and said, "Hongjun, go quickly."
After hearing what his brother said, Hongjun hesitated for a moment, but finally took a step forward.
"Mother Guo Luo."
"Ugh!"
In fact, this is the Manchu name. Hongyao called Xitala Guoluo "mother" because Xitala was from the Manchu military flag. If Hongjun called Madam Shen, it would be more appropriate to call her grandmother.
But Mrs. Shen didn't care so much. It was good that the prince was willing to be close to her.
Why would you care so much?
Mrs. Shen thinks Hongjun is perfect in every way.
Although he is a little thinner than the chubby Prince Hongyao, this kid looks energetic even if he is thinner.
Yes, being thinner will make you look more energetic!
Just take more supplements in the future.
Seeing Madam Shen staring at him, Hongjun shrank back uncomfortably. He seldom interacted with outsiders. Even with his brothers and sisters, except Hongyao, he didn't spend much time with them on weekdays, let alone his grandmother.
Hongjun was very uncomfortable and couldn't help but look at his brother.
But Hongjun found that his brother had adapted very well. He had already leaned on Xitala's arms and started chattering.
Hongjun looked at Madam Shen again, and imitated his brother, extending his hand to Madam Shen.
Mrs. Shen was surprised and took his hand. Although the prince didn't quite recognize her, it seemed that he was very close to his grandmother.