As he took the womanās pulse, the doctorās heart filled with joy.
His trip had proved fruitful; he would be able to celebrate a prosperous year. His wife at home was always craving meat and had her mind set on new jewelry. Now, with the reward money, he could afford to buy more meat and maybe even get her a bracelet.
"How is it?"
Ye Ziāan saw the doctor smiling without saying a word which slightly displeased him. What was there to smile about?
Hearing Ye Ziāanās cool voice, the doctor finally brought his mind back to the present.
"Congratulations to you, Lord, congratulations to the Madam. The lady is with child, and itās been two months already."
Upon hearing that Yang Chuxia was pregnant, Ye Ziāanās face broke into a wide, foolish grin. He was overjoyed.
"Wife, wife, our daughter is on her way." He had been longing for this moment for so long.
At his words, everyone in the room couldnāt suppress their laughter.
"Youāre already certain itās a daughter? Sheās not even born yet." Yang Chuxia shot him a playful glance, her heart also filled with joy. Their two buns were already three and a half years old; having a second child now was perfect timing.
The Ye Familyās lineage was thin, with Brother An being the only male heir. Having more children would certainly compensate for this deficiency in their family.
"Hehe, a daughter, it must be a daughter."
The doctor found this strange upon hearing the words. Most families hoped for a son, but the County Magistrate was an interesting exception.
"Doctor, how is the ladyās pregnancy progressing? Is there anything amiss?"
Mama Li, seeing that the couple was wholly focused on their child, took the initiative to inquire with the doctor.
At the sound of Mama Liās question, Yang Chuxia and Ye Ziāan both turned their attention to the doctor.
"All is well. The lady has a strong constitution, and the pregnancy is stable. As long as there are no issues in the coming month, the pregnancy will be secure."
Upon hearing this, Ye Ziāan smiled broadly and waved his hands, "Good, Mama Li, please escort the doctor out, and remember to give him a big red envelope."
Once Mama Li and the doctor left, he told Mama Li, "With the New Year coming and the Madamās pregnancy, itās a double celebration. Everyone in the mansion should be rewardedādouble their monthly allowance and, um, add a set of clothes for each person."
"On behalf of everyone, this old servant thanks the young master for his generosity, and thanks to the Madam as well!" Mama Li said with a beaming smile.
After the servants had departed, Lele and Yangyang approached Yang Chuxia. "Mother, are we going to have a little sister?"
Yangyang curiously stared at his motherās belly, wondering how his sister could be so small.
"Itās not certain whether itās a sister or brother until the baby is born."
"Then why did Father say itās a sister?" Lele asked.
"Your father is just rambling. He doesnāt know either, but he hopes for a sister." Brother An often spoke of wanting a daughter, making her wish for one too.
Upon hearing this, Yangyang said, "I also want a little sister. But she sure is taking her time to come."
"Little sisters are sweet and soft and tend to be more obedient, so I want a little sister too."
Leleās comment made Yangyang unhappy. "Am I not obedient?"
Lele immediately looked up at the roof beam, pretending he had not heard anything.
"Brother, brother..."
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After dinner, both buns had returned to their rooms.
Ye Ziāan gently touched Yang Chuxiaās belly, his face radiating the happiness of having his wish fulfilled, "Finally, itās happened. I have been waiting for too long."
"Iām starting to hope itās not a daughter," Yang Chuxia said suddenly, seeing him staring at her belly as his eyes nearly sparkled.