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Chapter 429 Dr. Qian, when should we have one?

"Mother, it's delicious!" Xuan-ge licked his lips contentedly, holding up his empty bowl to indicate that he wanted another bowl.

"That's enough, drinking too much will make you feel bloated." Chu Ruohan gently patted her son's head.

Just then, Yuling strode in and bowed respectfully: "Madam, the Second Miss has arrived."

Chu Ruohan's eyes lit up: "Let Yue Shu come over."

Little Qingchen finished her milk and let out a small, satisfied burp. The wet nurse gently patted her back, coaxing her to sleep. Chu Yueshu walked slowly into the room, wearing a light purple dress. Her face looked slightly tired, but she couldn't hide the joy in her eyes.

"Sister." Chu Yueshu called out, her gaze falling on Xiao Qingchen, her eyes full of affection.

"Yue Shu's here, come and sit down." Chu Ruohan pulled her younger sister's hand and sat her down, asking with concern, "Why don't you look well?"

Chu Yueshu pursed her lips, walked to Xiao Qingchen's side, and gently teased her little niece: "Xiao Qingchen is so cute, she looks more and more like her brother-in-law as she grows up."

Chu Ruohan smiled, and seeing her hesitant expression, she couldn't help but ask, "Yue Shu, is there something you need?"

Chu Yueshu's cheeks flushed slightly, and her fingers unconsciously twisted the hem of her clothes: "My period hasn't come this month."

Chu Ruohan was taken aback, then her face lit up with joy, and she excitedly grabbed her sister's hand: "Are you pregnant?"

Chu Yueshu blushed even more, smiling shyly, "I don't know yet."

Chu Ruohan turned to Yuling and instructed, "Quickly go and invite Doctor Qian over."

Yu Ling responded and left. Soon after, Doctor Qian came in, accompanied by Song Ruyan.

During this time, the two were inseparable, and everyone in the mansion had long since become accustomed to it.

"Dr. Qian," Chu Ruohan greeted, "Could you please take a look at my sister?"

Dr. Qian nodded, his expression professional: "Please sit down, Miss. Let me take your pulse."

Chu Yueshu sat down, extended her wrist, and Doctor Qian gently pressed it down. She closed her eyes and concentrated.

The room fell silent for a moment, and even Xuan-ge stared at Doctor Qian curiously, not daring to make a sound.

A moment later, Doctor Qian withdrew his hand, a smile on his face: "Congratulations, Miss, you are indeed pregnant, more than a month along."

"Really?" Chu Yueshu covered her mouth in surprise, her eyes slightly reddening.

Chu Ruohan clapped her hands happily: "That's great!"

"Congratulations, Second Miss!" Yu Ling said with a smile.

A hint of envy flashed in Song Ruyan's eyes.

Chu Ruohan held her younger sister's hand, her expression turning serious: "Yueshu, you need to be especially careful at this time; the first three months are the most crucial..."

"You must not overwork yourself, you must not catch a cold, and you must be extra careful with your diet. You can't be careless."

Chu Ruohan carefully instructed, her eyes full of concern, "You must listen to Dr. Qian's advice. You cannot eat raw, cold, or spicy food, and you must not lift heavy objects."

Chu Ruohan thought for a moment and then added, "I'll ask my mother to send a few more experienced old women over here to take care of you. Mother will definitely be happy to hear that."

Chu Yueshu nodded, her face full of a happy smile: "Yes, sister, let's keep it from Yingqing for now. I want to tell him myself tonight."

"Okay, you can tell her the surprise yourself." Chu Ruohan gently patted her sister's hand.

Song Ruyan suddenly interrupted, looking intently at Doctor Qian: "We're about to have a baby, Doctor Qian, when are we going to have one?"

Startled by the sudden question, Dr. Qian stumbled and almost fell, his face turning bright red.

"We're not married yet!"

"Oh, tonight will do!" Song Ruyan said, surprising everyone, her expression as natural as if she were discussing what to eat for dinner.

Chu Ruohan and Chu Yueshu exchanged a glance, barely managing to suppress their laughter.

Even Xuan-ge'er was giggling, though he didn't understand what the adults were laughing about.

Dr. Qian was extremely embarrassed, his head almost touching the ground, and his voice became stammering: "This matter must be brought up by a man first."

"Okay, go ahead and bring it!" Song Ruyan crossed her arms, looking completely at ease.

Dr. Qian was speechless for a moment and could only stand there awkwardly, not knowing what to do.

Chu Ruohan couldn't stand it anymore. She stood up, pulled Song Ruyan aside, and whispered, "Ruyan, marriage isn't that simple. First, the groom's family has to propose, then both sets of parents have to agree, then their birth dates have to be matched, an auspicious day and time have to be chosen, the betrothal gifts have to be exchanged, and the dowry has to be prepared..."

She patiently explained to Song Ruyan the complicated details of a woman's marriage.

Song Ruyan frowned, her eyes filled with impatience: "So troublesome?"

“This is a man’s respect for a woman; propriety must not be disregarded,” Chu Ruohan explained gently. “Marriage is a serious matter and should not be taken lightly.”

Song Ruyan pouted, clearly not satisfied with the set of formalities, but still nodded reluctantly: "Alright."

She turned to look at Dr. Qian, whose face was still flushed, and pointed at him: "Hurry up, I'm waiting."

Dr. Qian took a deep breath, mustered his courage, and nodded: "Okay."

Chu Ruohan and Chu Yueshu exchanged a smile. Song Ruyan's straightforward personality always brought a lot of joy to people.

Watching Song Ruyan interact with Doctor Qian, Chu Yueshu suddenly thought of something and turned to Chu Ruohan, saying softly, "Sister, Yuling is not young anymore, and Miss Song is about to get married."

Chu Ruohan turned her gaze to Yu Ling, who was standing to the side, and carefully examined her personal maid.

Yu Ling had followed her for many years without ever complaining and was extremely loyal to her.

Indeed, Yuling is not young anymore and should have been thinking about marriage long ago.

“Indeed, Yuling is already eighteen, it’s time for her to consider marriage,” Chu Ruohan nodded and said seriously.

Hearing her masters' conversation, Yu Ling blushed and lowered her head, not daring to look at them.

She twisted the hem of her clothes with both hands, seemingly a little nervous.

"Yu Ling, do you have someone you like?" Chu Ruohan asked gently.

Yu Ling quickly shook her head, her voice barely audible: "No, no, Madam."

Chu Yueshu smiled and said, "Are you shy? Don't worry, my sister and I will find you a good family."

Yu Ling suddenly raised her head, her eyes filled with pleading: "Madam, this servant does not want to get married."

Chu Ruohan was slightly taken aback: "Why?"

Yu Ling's face turned even redder, but her tone remained firm: "This servant wants to stay by Madam's side and serve her forever. This servant has no father or mother; it was Madam who raised me and taught me to read and write."

"This servant only wants to stay by your side, and serve the young master and young lady as they grow up."

As she spoke, Yu Ling's eyes welled up with tears.

The room fell silent for a moment. Chu Ruohan looked at Yu Ling, a wave of emotion washing over her.

This maid who had been with her for many years was no longer just a mistress and servant; she was more like family.

Song Ruyan couldn't stand it anymore and said bluntly, "Yuling, your thinking is wrong."

"No one can grow old alone. Don't you want a home of your own and children of your own?"

Yu Ling lowered her head and did not answer.