The Humble Family's Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket! novel Chapter 971

Chapter 971: Chapter 821, Absolute Medicine

Chen Courtyard.

Luo Qiong sat by the window, tenderly stroking her belly with a gentle expression.

For the love she felt towards that man, she thought she had to bury it in her heart forever, but to her surprise, the heavens were merciful and let them meet again.

Thinking of the child she carried, the beloved one’s, hope in Luo Qiong’s eyes grew stronger—she would not have to continue a life devoid of interest any longer.

At that moment, there came a noise from the direction of the Clean Room.

Luo Qiong looked up and saw Xue Ling helping a freshly bathed Xue Qiao walk out.

Seeing Xue Qiao’s pale complexion, Luo Qiong’s gaze lowered slightly before she raised her hand to have her sit down, "Last night, you served the young master. He didn’t notice anything amiss, did he?"

Xue Qiao bowed her head, biting her lips tightly and shook her head.

Upon hearing this, a slight smile appeared on Luo Qiong’s face, "That’s good to hear." As she said this, she glanced at Xue Qiao and took her hand, "I know what happened last night was somewhat unfair to you, but you and Xue Ling are the only ones I can trust."

"You have a figure similar to mine, only with you taking my place could the young master remain unsuspecting."

Xue Qiao shook her head again and after hesitating for a while, finally spoke, "I... I do not feel aggrieved. It is my... fortune to be able to alleviate Mistress’s worries."

Luo Qiong showed a satisfied look and turned to Xue Ling, "Help Xue Qiao back to her room to rest. She has to come and continue serving the young master tonight."

Upon hearing this, Xue Qiao’s body stiffened sharply.

Xue Ling noticed Xue Qiao’s unusual reaction and hurriedly helped her out of the room.

Back in her own room, Xue Qiao lay down on the bed like a deflated balloon, staring blankly at the ceiling.

Xue Ling felt heartache for her at the sight, but also relief.

Fortunately, the one who resembled the mistress in figure wasn’t her.

She and Xue Qiao had grown up together in the Duke Residence, witnessing numerous spousal conflicts, never dreaming of becoming a concubine to the young master but hoping to serve the mistress well enough to be matched with a better attendant in the future.

Unfortunately, it seemed that Xue Qiao would not be able to fulfill that wish now.

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Pingxi Hall.

Xiao Yechen went to rest in Luo Qiong’s chambers, and Ping Ji’s wife informed Daohua at the earliest opportunity. _{freeωebnovēl.c૦m}

Knowing that Luo Qiong had actively sought reconciliation with Xiao Yechen, even deigning to perform such humiliating acts, Daohua frowned, feeling that something was amiss.

"Keep watching."

Afterwards, Daohua’s visits to Pingxi Hall increased, whether to bring food to the Prince or to pay her respects.

As a result, she saw Luo Qiong more frequently.

On the fourth day of April, Daohua arrived just at mealtime, and the Prince invited her to sit and eat together. She immediately agreed.

At the dining table, Daohua noticed that Luo Qiong’s face had become rounder and her appetite had grown considerably, her eyelids involuntarily twitched.

"Second sister-in-law, is there something on my face? Why do you keep looking at me?" Luo Qiong asked, catching Daohua’s gaze with a smile.

Daohua replied casually with a smile, "I was just looking at the unfamiliar maidservant behind sister-in-law, and you caught me."

Daohua spoke nonchalantly, but Luo Qiong’s hand paused while she was picking up food. Princess Consort Ma also looked over. Luo Qiong smiled and explained, "Xue Qiao has been feeling a bit unwell lately, so I’ve promoted a second-tier maidservant."

Princess Consort Ma nodded in response, not pressing further.

These days, since her son had been staying continuously in his wife’s chamber, she was happy to give her a bit more face.

Luo Qiong soothed Princess Consort Ma, then looked at Daohua and, after a moment’s thought, still smiled and prodded, "I never thought my second sister-in-law would take such an interest in those beside me?"