Time Travel: The Noble Family

Thinking about this, Yueyao smiled. The Lian family achieved what they have today partly thanks to her. If she hadn’t forced Lady Mo back to her hometown, the Lian family wouldn’t have such glory now: "Do you know how Lady Mo is doing back home?" Lady Mo’s fiftieth birthday is coming up soon, and she’s wondering if Tingyi and Tingli will persuade Lian Dongfang to let her come back.

Xiang Wei hadn’t paid attention to this bit of news: "I’ll have someone find out." She really detested that vicious woman.

Yueyao nodded slightly.

While the two were talking, Kexin arrived. Ever since Kexin learned about Yueyao’s pregnancy, she has taken over all the internal affairs of the Earl’s Mansion.

Kexin observed that Yueyao looked quite well, appearing happy. Since Yueyao became pregnant, apart from having some odd tempers during the first two months, she hasn’t had any other reactions. This made Yueyao convinced it was going to be another daughter. An Zhichen also thinks there’s a good chance this baby is a girl.

Since their master has said so, naturally everyone below believes that Yueyao is expecting a girl this time. The matriarch already has three sons before, so whether it’s a boy or a girl doesn’t impact her in any way.

The mother and daughter chatted for quite a while until Brother Shengsheng and his brothers returned, which halted their conversation. As soon as Brother Xuxu returned, he raised his voice and asked: "Mother, was the baby naughty today?" Unlike Yueyao and An Zhichen, Brother Xuxu stubbornly believed the baby would be a brother. The reason is simple: he doesn’t want to be the youngest anymore; he wants a younger brother to manage.

Yueyao smiled and said: "No, very well-behaved. Just like when I was pregnant with your sister, not fussy at all."

Brother Xuxu quickly asked: "What about us? Were we also well-behaved?"

Xiang Wei chuckled: "You guys? When Madam was pregnant with you three, she suffered greatly, nearly losing her life in the end." Fortunately, our madam’s health is incomparable to others, otherwise, it would have been really dangerous. Not to mention triplets, many in the Capital City with twins had difficult births and didn’t make it.

Brother Xuxu widened his eyes and asked: "Mother, is that true?"

Yueyao laughed and said: "It’s all in the past, so why bring it up."

Brother Xuxu, who was naturally the most curious, persistently hung onto Yueyao, insisting she tell them about the events of those years. Yueyao couldn’t resist and let Xiang Wei narrate.

Xiang Wei described in detail the tribulations Yueyao went through. Some things even Yueyao had forgotten, to the point that Yueyao couldn’t help but say: "Xiang Wei, it’s a pity you’re not a storyteller." Indeed, Xiang Wei would be perfect as a storyteller.

Xiang Wei pouted: "I don’t have the energy for that."

Yueyao chuckled.

Time passed quickly, and soon it was the day of Tingzheng’s wedding. Yueyao planned to help greet the guests the next day. It wasn’t that Yueyao was playing favorites. When Madam Lin married into the family, Yueyao was pregnant with triplets and too exhausted to help. Although she’s pregnant now, the baby is very well-behaved, so there’s no issue with Yueyao greeting guests.

On the wedding night, Ninth Madam accompanied her daughter in conversation. Ninth Madam now considered one of her concerns resolved, as her second daughter’s marriage had been arranged last month, with the date set for early next year. As for her son, a delay of a year or so to discuss marriage isn’t a problem.

Ninth Madam instructed her daughter: "Lady An has the grace of raising the lord-in-law, so you must show her respect in the future, and naturally, the lord-in-law will appreciate you more." Actually, Ninth Madam had reiterated this before, but she couldn’t help but repeat it again.

Seventh Lady Li nodded and said: "Mother, don’t worry, I will respect Lady An as I would my mother-in-law." If previously, influenced by rumors, she feared Yueyao, over these six months, she has nothing but respect and gratitude for Yueyao. Yueyao bestowed upon her great honor, allowing her to marry without regrets.

Ninth Madam nodded and said: "It’s best you think that way. Previously, the lord-in-law’s future depended on the Earl, so it’s crucial to maintain a good relationship." Over these few months, she had seen Yueyao several times. Although proud and seemingly unattainable, Ninth Madam didn’t mind. As the only female Great Painter in the world, she had every reason to be proud! However, despite the pride, Yueyao was a reasonable person, and as long as one is reasonable, getting along isn’t hard.

If Yueyao knew that Madam Li, the Ninth Lady of the Li Family, thought of her this way, she’d surely feel it was unfair. How was she proud? Obviously, she was approachable!

Seventh Lady Li comforted Ninth Madam, saying: "Mother, don’t worry! Your daughter won’t do anything foolish." It was just Madam Lin who was confused, ruining such a good match.

The next day, the weather wasn’t bad, just overcast. Tingzheng rode a chestnut horse to the Li family for the wedding procession.

At his last wedding, Tingzheng was full of joy and excitement; this time, he was more composed. He hadn’t met Miss Li yet, but any woman chosen by both his sister and Uncle Li couldn’t be bad.

The new bridal chamber was still in the main courtyard, symbolizing the matriarch’s status. However, the main room had been thoroughly cleaned and all the furnishings replaced. With the joyful event, the entire area was decked in red, exuding an aura of festivity.

Getting married is a complex affair, but Yueyao was only assisting in welcoming guests. Yueyao’s presence was symbolic, indicating that the sibling relationship remained as strong as before. Otherwise, why would she come to greet guests despite being heavily pregnant?

After lunch, Yueyao returned home. Though the baby is not fussy, pregnant women tire easily; lasting a shichen was already quite good for Yueyao.

The next day, Tingzheng brought his bride over. This time, An Zhichen was at home and hadn’t gone to the yamen early. Unlike before, Tingzheng didn’t kneel to present tea, following the normal etiquette instead.

A new bride visiting for the first time is supposed to give meeting gifts. An Zhichen gave a red envelope, while Yueyao gifted a pair of top-quality jade bracelets.

Pregnant women tire easily, and after chatting with Tingzheng and his wife for about half a shichen, Yueyao started feeling drowsy. So shortly after, Tingzheng took his leave.

An Zhichen said to Yueyao: "This Miss Li seems to be a sensible person." As long as she’s sensible, she’ll know what’s best, and Yueyao can be at ease.

Yueyao playfully scolded: "Even if I misjudged, Uncle Li wouldn’t have." This Seventh Lady Li is definitely capable. With Miss Li around, she no longer had to worry about the second branch.

An Zhichen disagreed slightly, saying: "Take good care of the pregnancy, no more overworking. Although you’re in good health, you still need to be careful." After all, Yueyao is older now, not like ten years ago.

Yueyao smiled and agreed.