Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 668

Chapter 668: Chapter 665: Able to Hold On - Part 1

The Eldest Princess gripped the tiger head cane in her hand tightly and sighed. "She is worried that her mother in distant Shuoyang might worry. That’s why she is hastening to depart for Shuoyang. Well then... Travel slowly along the way! Otherwise, her body might be in Dadu, but her heart in Shuoyang, which will be exhausting."

"Why not bring Madam to Dadu City!" The Crown Prince suddenly suggested.

The Eldest Princess shook her head. "Initially, the Bai family moved their entire household back to Shuoyang. Without mentioning how my eldest daughter-in-law cannot leave the Bai family’s affairs, if she comes back to Dadu, people will inevitably talk... His Majesty is severely ill and has entrusted the state affairs to the Crown Prince. And now the Crown Prince brings Princess of Zhen back to Dadu to pave the way for himself. This is not good for the Crown Prince! His Majesty, being elderly, is inevitably suspicious at times. How could we let His Majesty doubt the Crown Prince over such trivial matters!"

The Eldest Princess’s words were beautifully spoken, entirely considering the Crown Prince’s perspective.

The Crown Prince became increasingly grateful to the Bai family and nodded. "However, the road back to Shuoyang is not very peaceful. I will have my personal guards escort Princess of Zhen."

"Thank you, Your Highness!"

Upon hearing that the Eldest Young Lady had returned, Chun Tao quickly warmed the bedding and ordered several hot water bottles to be prepared. The Earth Dragon had just been lit, so there was no warmth yet. Chun Tao had to bring in a brazier as well.

It was already the twentieth of October, and the weather in Dadu City had turned cold. The leaves in the courtyard had turned yellow and fell with the wind, giving a desolate feeling.

In previous years at this time, Mrs. Dong had already ordered the Earth Dragon and brazier to be prepared in the Qinghui Courtyard, and the hot water bottles as well.

This year, Bai Qingyan’s health had improved, so she said no need to prepare so early. Chun Tao did not prepare. Who could have thought that their Eldest Young Lady would suddenly get injured so severely again?

A few days ago, it was fine. Just now, while sitting in the room, Chun Tao already felt a bit of chill. Seeing that it was going to rain again, and with each autumn rain bringing more cold, the Eldest Young Lady still injured... It was better to prepare early.

It didn’t take long before the sedan chair entered the courtyard. Chun Tao hurried to greet them and, along with Bai Jinzhi, helped Bai Qingyan into the house from either side, removing her cloak and placing her on the bed.

Chun Tao stuffed a small warm stove into Bai Qingyan’s arms and poured her a cup of hot water. "Eldest Young Lady... feeling chest tightness? Should I call for Doctor Hong?"

As soon as Chun Tao finished speaking, Mrs. Hong had already arrived.

Doctor Hong examined Bai Qingyan’s pulse with a serious demeanor. Knowing that Bai Qingyan was recovering well, he kept a neutral expression. He only mentioned changing the medicine prescription tomorrow and advised Bai Qingyan to rest well before leaving with his medical kit.

Bai Jinzhi, with teary eyes, tucked Bai Qingyan in properly and choked, saying, "Eldest Young Lady, you should rest well."

"Is Uncle Ping outside the courtyard?" Bai Qingyan asked.

Chun Tao nodded. "Lu Huwei came with the sedan chair and is still waiting outside the courtyard."

The matters were resolved, but Lu Ping knew Bai Qingyan might have other instructions. So he didn’t leave.

Sure enough, not long afterward, Chun Tao emerged from the main room of Qinghui Courtyard and called Lu Ping inside.

Through the screen, Lu Ping bowed to Bai Qingyan.