The Noble Lady's Rebirth: She just wants to Rest in Peace!-Chapter 320 - 312: Congratulations

Sister Hui glanced at her brother before reaching the bedside.

Mrs. Dong had been struggling all night and all morning, to the extent that she passed out from exhaustion. Fortunately, she managed to give birth to the child, otherwise, she might have lost her life, not to mention the child’s.

Seeing her mother in such a state, Sister Hui felt deeply distressed. She heard a movement behind her and turned to see her grandmother. Sister Hui forced a smile, "Grandmother."

Mrs. Dong Sr. nodded, "Your mother’s health is weak. She will recover after a few days of rest. That’s why being a woman is tough; they all have to go through this. Fortunately, your mother’s suffering was not in vain this time, and there is finally a male heir. In the future, there will be no need to worry about others saying anything."

Sister Hui nodded; she understood all this.

She had witnessed the suffering her mother endured over the years but couldn’t help, only able to watch from the side. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

Now that her mother had a brother, perhaps the relationship with her father would improve, and even grandmother might not dislike mother as much anymore.

Mrs. Gu Sr. also came over after receiving the news, and she first went to see her grandson. Noticing how frail he was, just like Sister Hui when she was young, Mrs. Gu Sr.’s brow furrowed.

She had advised Mrs. Dong to take care of her health during her pregnancy, but she didn’t listen. Look how frail the child is; who knows if he can survive.

Unwilling to look further, Mrs. Gu Sr. went to see Mrs. Dong.

She gave some caring advice to Jingfu, instructing them to take good care, and then accompanied Mrs. Dong Sr. to the flower hall for tea.

"I can finally have some peace of mind this time." Mrs. Dong Sr. smiled at last, "It’s fate. After so many years, there’s finally a boy."

Mrs. Gu Sr. nodded, "But the child is too weak. Have the Imperial Physician take a good look and prescribe some medicine to stabilize him. After all, he’s the first legitimate son of the Marquis Mansion."

"Sigh, back then I also advised her to let go of such thoughts. The Marquis is serving the court at the border; she can’t have those thoughts of a small-minded woman, always wishing for a man to be by her side. But whether she listens sincerely isn’t up to us. Now, seeing such a frail son born makes my heart ache. But when I see how exhausted she is, I can’t bring myself to blame her. This truly feels like a debt from a past life." Mrs. Dong Sr. spoke, clutching her chest in distress.

Mrs. Gu Sr. didn’t even lift an eyelid, "Fate decides these things; they can’t be forced."

Mrs. Dong Sr. agreed with a smile, "What my old sister says, I believe. But I heard my daughter went into premature labor due to fetal movement; I wonder what happened?"

"You should ask her when she wakes up." Mrs. Gu Sr. didn’t want to say more.

This attitude did not give Mrs. Dong Sr. any face.

Mrs. Dong Sr.’s eyes narrowed, looking as if she was about to get angry, when a young maid reported that the First Lady had arrived. Her gaze shifted.

When Lin Youning entered, she came forward to greet, "I waited until late last night without hearing any news, so I rested first. Congratulations, Aunt."

"You girl, with your poor health, why did you come over? It’s not like we’re outsiders; you can visit any time. No need to be so formal." Mrs. Gu Sr. smiled, "Come here quickly."

When Lin Youning approached, she was pulled into a warm embrace and carefully examined, "You’ve gotten thinner, but you look stronger. Indeed, going out more often is good, and you’ve grown into a young lady."

Lin Youning blushed slightly, "Aunt, Mrs. Dong Sr. is still here."

It was Mrs. Dong Sr.’s first encounter, and she was already angered. Thinking about how her daughter had to face this daily, she wondered what it felt like.

Now seeing Lin Youning mention herself, Mrs. Dong Sr. snorted, "No matter; I’m not an outsider here. You’re like both a daughter and daughter-in-law to the old lady, being separated for so long, naturally, you have a lot to talk about."

The words sounded kind but were full of hidden jabs.

Lin Youning hadn’t expected Mrs. Dong Sr. to like her, but seeing her disregard face in public, she naturally wouldn’t hold back. She smiled gently, "Old Madam, what you say is true. Aunt and Sister Ning are indeed dearer than any family; such sentiments are hard for outsiders to understand. It’s truly commendable that you recognize this."

Finishing her words, she respectfully saluted Mrs. Dong Sr.

Fuming, Mrs. Dong Sr.’s nose nearly tilted in anger.

Yet Mrs. Gu Sr. laughed, "Alright, Mrs. Dong hasn’t woken yet; there’s no use looking at her now. Let’s head back to Shi’an Garden to chat."

Understanding the situation, Lin Youning assisted her aunt. With a nod to Mrs. Dong Sr., they left together with Sister Ning.

When Sister Hui entered, her grandmother’s gloomy expression, coupled with her earlier encounter with her grandmother and aunt in the courtyard, made her understand.

She avoided mentioning it, "Grandmother, I’m unsure what to prepare from the kitchen. Can you suggest any nourishing dishes?"

With her attention diverted, Mrs. Dong Sr. started discussing meals with Sister Hui, and her expression softened.

Sister Hui quietly sighed in relief.

Meanwhile, as Lin Youning supported her aunt through the passage, she worriedly asked, "Did I cause trouble for Aunt by doing that?"

If Mrs. Dong opposed Aunt, wouldn’t it be her fault?

Yet, seeing Mrs. Dong Sr.’s arrogance at the time, she rebutted without a second thought. Now she regretted it, thinking her brother spoiled her, making her always act on impulse.

Returning to the Capital, she forgot this wasn’t the border; she couldn’t act freely here.

"You’re just too cautious. Today, it was the Dong Mansion losing face on their own. Your response was gentle." Mrs. Gu Sr. disliked the Dong Mansion’s ways, "You don’t need to worry; you did nothing wrong. But although you look stronger, you’re still quite frail. You need to eat more; the Imperial Physician said yesterday your digestion isn’t well. It needs proper care."

Lin Youning wasn’t surprised her aunt knew the physician’s diagnosis and just nodded in agreement. They returned to Shi’an Garden, where lunch was also served.

Gu Yifeng returned in the afternoon. After visiting Mrs. Dong and the child at Yingshui Courtyard, he came to Shi’an Garden.

Lin Youning always trusted her elder brother’s words, yet she thought, since Mrs. Dong had a child now, he would spend more time there before returning, but he came back sooner than expected. As he talked to Aunt, he kept glancing at her, causing Lin Youning to lower her head, ears slightly warm.