This Blood Agate Jade is a unique treasure of Beiyuan, nourished by a large amount of beast blood. Even those at the Cold Resistance Level can use it to restore their vitality, and for ordinary people, it enhances the skin mbrane’s tolerance. I heard that in the Camp Supply Departnt, one tael costs 500 contribution points, and madam’s piece weighs over four pounds; it’s truly an extraordinary treasure, showing the lord’s favor towards the madam."
Upon hearing Han Shuang’s eager defense of Xia Hong, Li Xuanling looked up at her, her expression suddenly turning a bit peculiar, quickly forgetting her displeasure.
She realized that not only Han Shuang, but also those responsible for serving her, Nong Ying, Qiu Ru, Ming Yue, Hua Ling, including Han Yue, all the maids were almost fanatically obsessed with Xia Hong, the lord. They not only defended his image everywhere publicly, but also would not allow anyone to defa him privately.
As long as she showed any disapproval towards Xia Hong, Han Shuang and the others would imdiately speak for Xia Hong, partly to maintain his image, and apparently also fearing disharmony between the two.
"Han Shuang, I rember you and your sister Han Yue both ca from Hanqiong to Great Xia, not too long ago, right?"
Han Shuang first nodded and then rembered sothing, her face full of reverence, saying, "Back then, when Hanqiong was in trouble, if not for the lord’s rescue, my sister and I would not be alive, nor could we live the life we have now."
Li Xuanling’s expression paused, and she imdiately recalled the events of Hanqiong Gourd Valley, instantly understanding why the two sisters were so loyal to Xia Hong.
She suddenly felt a bit of mischievousness and quietly asked Han Shuang:
"Your basic strength is over twenty thousand pounds now, aning you could live a normal life. Are you really willing to stay at the Star-picking Hall serving ?"
Sure enough, upon hearing her question, Han Shuang’s complexion imdiately turned pale, her eyes reddened, and she knelt down with a thump.
"Madam, did Han Shuang do sothing wrong? Please, madam, don’t send away. I willingly choose to stay by your side forever. Han Shuang is truly willing, please, madam..."
"No, no, no, what are you so nervous about? I was just teasing you!"
Li Xuanling, of course, didn’t let her kneel; she reached out to help her, soothing her gently upon seeing her tense, fearful deanor, feeling a bit guilty.
It’s understandable, not to ntion Hanqiong Camp, but compared to life in Long Mountain, life in Great Xia is undoubtedly superior.
Moreover, Han Shuang could live in the Star-picking Hall; not to ntion anything else, living with Xia Hong ans what Han Shuang wears, eats, and uses is beyond imagination for most people in Great Xia.
Her status is also special; having served Xia Hong long-term, she can even speak with Xia Chuan from ti to ti. Just this privilege alone is unimaginable for many in Great Xia.
Even those at the Cold Resistance Level in the camp greet Han Shuang proactively, let alone ordinary people.
To live a normal life is almost a punishnt for maids like Han Yue and Han Shuang.
"Alright, enough of that. What’s happening in the city lately?"
Seeing Han Shuang still looking anxious and worried she might overthink, Li Xuanling hurriedly changed the subject, asking about happenings in Xia City.
Han Shuang stood up and wiped her teary cheeks, replying with a sobbing tone, "The most lively event recently, of course, is the two His Highnesses in madam’s belly. Everyone in Xia City is guessing when the two His Highnesses will be born. People who co to the main building inquire about it every day, and when Nong Ying and I go to the Camp Supply Departnt to get things, we’re asked several tis."
Li Xuanling couldn’t help but smile when hearing her speak with a crying tone, then continued asking, "Besides this matter?"
She knew the attention her unborn children received well. Her second uncle, Li Tiancheng, nearly inquired every few days, making her quite weary.
Han Shuang thought for a mont, then her eyes brightened, saying, "Oh, there’s another thing I forgot to tell madam. Minister Xiao Yu, the Second Madam of Xiao Ning’s family, seems to be due this month. I heard from my sister that the lord inford the Camp Supply Departnt recently to prepare gifts, presumably for the young master."
Xiao Yu is due to give birth!
Li Xuanling imdiately recalled Xiao Yu, the slightly younger second wife of Xiao Ning she t in early Xia City last year.
"Also this month..."
Li Xuanling pondered for a mont, then glanced at the Blood Agate Jade on the table, gently breaking off a small piece, handing it to Han Shuang, saying, "You take this piece of Blood Agate Jade to the Craftsn Departnt later, have them carve it into two jade rings for . When Madam Xiao gives birth, send them over together as a gift from , the aunt, to the two young masters."
"Han Shuang obeys!"
Han Shuang took the Blood Agate Jade, smiling, "My sister and I guessed today whether the two His Highnesses will be older or younger siblings. Would madam like them to be born later or earlier?"
Li Xuanling smiled upon hearing this, gently stroking her belly with a maternal glow, saying, "Certainly, being younger is better. I hope Yu’er gives birth before so the two children can have an older brother or sister."
Compared to others’ cautiousness, Li Xuanling was much more casual; she thought it was the sa whether the baby was a boy or a girl, so she directly ntioned having a brother or sister.
Han Shuang naturally didn’t correct anything, smiling, "Then Han Shuang also hopes the two His Highnesses will be born a few days later; madam will surely have her wish co true."
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