Tianliangyuan

Chapter 408 Less than 3 months

Xu Zhaozhao naturally heard this as well, and for a moment she didn't know whether she should tell them that she was pregnant.

Her hesitation led others to misinterpret her words.

Madam Yu quickly supported the old lady's arm: "Mother, you can't say that. Our Xie family is all doing well."

As she spoke, Madam Yu gave the old lady a meaningful look.

Xiao Lin, who was standing to the side, also came to her senses. Although she didn't like Xu Zhaozhao, it didn't mean she wanted to see her family members have disagreements, especially now that Xie Zheng was still fighting outside, and Xu Zhaozhao had just received an award from the palace, so she couldn't afford to offend her.

"Mother, are you missing Sanlang? Look at me, haven't I taken my medicine today? Someone, quick, bring the old lady's tonic over here."

Xu Zhaozhao finally realized what was happening, and looked at the three of them with a hint of helplessness, unsure of where to begin.

Xie Xiaolin had already put away the battle report and turned to say, "Mother, Sanlang has won the first merit, which is great news! The Shiwei Kingdom is a small country and nothing to fear. I believe he will return in triumph soon."

That was a consolation, I suppose.

Xie Xiaowei gave an awkward laugh. Who would dare to criticize Xu Zhaozhao now?

Xu Zhaozhao could tell that everyone was being very cautious with her, and she felt both amused and exasperated.

"Actually, there is something I wanted to say to some of the elders, but this good news came at an inopportune time. With this interruption, I am embarrassed to say it."

Madam Yu chimed in, "What's there to be embarrassed about? We're all family, so just say what's on your mind. If anyone bullies you, the old lady and we will stand up for you."

The old lady realized she had misspoke and quickly retorted, "Yes, yes, yes! Whoever dares to bully you, this old woman will not let them get away with it!"

Seeing the tense expressions on everyone's faces, Xu Zhaozhao found herself even more unable to speak.

She turned her head and looked at Granny Yu, who had been taking care of her, with a hint of shyness.

Granny Yu understood that her mistress was just embarrassed. Besides, this was her first time being a mother, so it was natural for her to be a little reserved.

"Let me explain."

Granny Yu took two steps outside, curtsied, and said with a smile, "This servant wishes to congratulate the Old Madam and the Duke."

Everyone was stunned!

Congratulations?

Xie Xiaolin replied almost without thinking, "Hey, it's not worth it. It's just a small victory. There's no need to congratulate me."

Xu Zhaozhao blushed and lowered her head, while Granny Yu smiled even more happily: "Your Highness, this servant is talking about the joyous occasion of the addition of a new member to the family!"

This time, Ms. Yu reacted the fastest, immediately looking at Xu Zhaozhao's stomach.

Is Zhaozhao pregnant?

Xu Zhaozhao nodded: "It's just that it hasn't been three months yet, so I haven't dared to make a fuss. A few days ago, I received a letter from Sanlang, and I thought that in order to put the old lady and father at ease, I decided to tell them."

"My goodness!"

The old lady clapped her hands, wishing she could immediately help Xu Zhaozhao to bed, for she was carrying a golden nugget!

The eldest and second sons already have children, but everyone knows that what the old lady hopes for most is that Xu Zhaozhao can give birth to one soon.

I originally thought there was no hope this year, since Xie Zheng went out to fight and he definitely wouldn't be coming back this year.

The result was such a big surprise!

"Good, good! Oh my, my good child, sit down quickly. Less than three months? How long is it now?"

"Reporting to Madam, if I have calculated the dates correctly, we will be able to hold him/her next April."

The three men looked completely bewildered, but Madam Yu was quick-witted: "So, she's only a little over two months pregnant?"

"Yes, I originally planned to announce the good news after the baby was three months old. But what a coincidence! Yesterday, the doctor took the baby's pulse and everything was fine. The baby is healthy, and the young master's wife is also in good health. That's why I thought of telling the old lady this good news."

"Good, good, good! Rewards, everyone gets a reward!"

This was the happiest day for the old lady since Xu Zhaozhao married into the Duke's mansion.

Xie Xiaolin was also happy, after all, he only had Xie Zheng as his son, and now he was going to be a grandfather.

The entire Duke's mansion was filled with joy afterward.

The Marquis's residence naturally sent a message, and that very day Wang Ruolan brought a large amount of tonics. Not only that, she also brought the little tiger over, saying that she wanted the little tiger to touch her belly more often so that it could bring her a son.

Xu Zhaozhao does not have any preference for sons over daughters.

But when you're under someone's roof, you have to bow your head.

Xie Zheng is the only male heir of the eldest branch of the family. If he can only give birth to daughters and not sons, he will become a sinner to the Xie family.

Of course, Xu Zhaozhao wasn't afraid of this; in fact, she was confident.

Even if she only has a daughter, she can simply find a husband to marry into her family.

However, the title and honor of the Duke's Mansion should still be reserved for true members of the Xie family.

Xu Zhaozhao knew her mother meant well, so she naturally wouldn't refuse, and she genuinely liked the little tiger.

It would be nice to have a son like that in the future.

The key is that the little tiger is not only good-looking, but also has a good temperament; it's so well-behaved!

"Auntie, Mom said I'll have a little brother next year, is that right?"

Wang Ruolan was overjoyed to hear this. Children often speak innocent and witty words, and they are often quite clever.

"Oh dear, maybe next year it will be a little sister?"

“Okay!” The little tiger thought about it seriously and said solemnly, “If it’s a younger brother, I will teach him martial arts. If it’s a younger sister, I will protect her and buy her jewelry.”

Xu Zhaozhao chuckled: "Who taught you that?"

"No need to teach! Father said that boys should grow up through rough and tough times so that they will be successful in the future. But girls should be pampered. Father said that Mother will definitely give me a little sister."

Wang Ruolan laughed and scolded, "That brat Jun'an, he talks nonsense all the time, doesn't he know how to keep things in the dark about the children?"

Xu Zhaozhao thought this was a good idea; at least her older brother's point of view was correct.

Boys shouldn't be spoiled too much, or they'll easily develop a spoiled and arrogant personality.

And it's also clear that the older brother really wants a daughter.

Do you have enough people here? Should I send a few more over?

"No need. Look how many people are here, inside and outside. The old lady even specially sent over a nanny who knows about childbirth. Now she's just idle and has nothing to do. But we'll still have to trouble Mother to find a wet nurse."

Wang Ruolan nodded: "That's right. We should start looking early, and we must find someone strong and healthy, preferably someone who has given birth to a son."

Xu Zhaozhao didn't care whether she had given birth to a son or not.

She actually prefers to breastfeed her child herself, but she doesn't know what these wealthy women are thinking. If she breastfeeds her child herself, she might be ridiculed by people of the same social class.

That reason...