Rebirth: The Fourth Lady Wants to Lie Down

On the other side, Wu Gege dragged her heavy steps back to her courtyard. The afterglow of the setting sun shone through the sparse clouds, onto the bluestone path, illuminating her slightly tired figure.

The fatigue from the long journey, coupled with the mixed joy and anxiety of finding out she was pregnant, made her mood even more complicated.

Especially when she learned that Yinzhen went to visit Fujin Yiya as soon as he returned home, she couldn't help but feel an indescribable jealousy and resentment in her heart.

"Why does he always think of her first? Am I just a concubine in his heart, without any special status at all?"

Wu Gege pondered secretly, with mixed feelings in her heart. She recalled every detail of the southern tour, and Yinzhen's attitude towards Yi Ya seemed to exceed her previous belief of "respect", and there seemed to be a deeper emotion hidden in it.

This made her start to re-examine her relationship with Yinzhen and her future in the mansion.

"I can't just sit there and wait to die." Wu Gege's eyes gradually became firm, and she realized that she had to do something for herself and the child in her belly.

Thinking of Niuhulu, who was also pregnant, an idea quietly formed in her mind.

"Perhaps, I can use her pregnancy to achieve my goals."

Once this idea came into being, it spread like wildfire and could not be stopped.

However, the long period of thinking made Wu Gege feel even more tired. She realized that she needed to rest in order to better plan the next action. So, she called out softly, "Lianxiang."

Lianxiang came over when she heard the noise, and hurried forward when she saw the situation, carefully helping Wu Gege into the house.

"Princess, are you tired? I will help you wash and rest right away."

With Lianxiang's help, Wu Gege slowly took off her clothes and prepared to go to bed.

While washing up, she did not forget to instruct Lianxiang: "For dinner, ask the kitchen to prepare some light food. I have a poor appetite now and cannot eat greasy food."

Lianxiang nodded repeatedly, remembering it in her heart. When Wu Gege finished washing up, she quickly put on her pajamas for her. When she was about to leave, Wu Gege called her again: "Lianxiang, go call Lianye as well, I have something to ask her."

"Yes, princess." Lianxiang responded. Although she had some questions in her mind, she did not ask more. She turned around and called Lianye.

She understood that the princess only brought herself with her on the southern tour and left Lian Ye in the mansion so that she could always keep abreast of the dynamics of the mansion. Now that she was back in the mansion, she naturally had to understand the situation immediately and prepare for the next plan.

As Lianxiang left, Wu Gege sat alone in front of the bronze mirror, looking at her slightly haggard but still determined face in the mirror, and secretly vowed in her heart: "No matter how difficult the road ahead is, I must do my best for my future and for our children."

Lian Ye stepped into the house lightly, her steps were light and cautious, for fear of disturbing Wu Gege's quiet time. She walked in front of Wu Gege, performed a standard palace etiquette, and then stood quietly aside, waiting for Wu Gege's inquiry.

Wu Gege's gaze moved away from the teacup in her hand and slowly fell on Lian Ye, with a hint of inquiry and expectation in her eyes.

"Lian Ye, has anything special happened in the mansion during the time I have been away from home on a tour to the south?" Her voice was soft but majestic, revealing the calmness and composure of a master.

Lian Ye thought for a moment and then replied respectfully, "My dear Princess, there is indeed something very important. Princess Li gave birth to a little prince safely in the mansion, and the whole mansion is immersed in joy. But unfortunately, Princess Li suffered a heavy hemorrhage during the delivery. Although her life is not in danger, the imperial physician said that she may not be able to get pregnant again in the future."

When Wu Gege heard this, a hint of jealousy flashed across her face. After all, in this deep palace, the number of offspring one has is directly related to one's status and future.

But then, this trace of jealousy was replaced by another emotion - a kind of joy and relief that was difficult to conceal.

When she thought of the news that Li Gege could no longer get pregnant due to heavy bleeding, the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise slightly, as if a huge rock that had been pressing on her heart had finally fallen to the ground.

"Oh? It's really unpredictable."

Wu Gege gently stroked her growing belly, her eyes flashing with maternal tenderness and expectations for the future.

"The baby in my belly needs to be more promising. It would be even better if it could be a little prince."

After saying that, she seemed to feel a little tired, so she waved her hand, signaling Lian Ye that she could leave.

"Lian Ye, please step back and leave me alone. It's time for me to rest."

Lian Ye hurriedly bowed again and withdrew. Before leaving, she did not forget to gently remind Wu Gege to take care of herself.

After Lian Ye left, Wu Gege sat alone in the house, stroking her belly gently, her heart filled with mixed emotions. She felt sorry for Li Gege's experience, but also had great expectations and hopes for the child in her belly.

In this backyard full of intrigues, she knows that she needs to move forward cautiously at every step, but she believes that as long as there is love and faith in her heart, nothing is impossible.