When Duoduo left the Bamboo Pavilion, her legs were trembling.
In the end, Baihe really could not bear to watch anymore and carried Duoduo on her back.
Duoduo had not expected Nanny Li to be so strict.
When smiling, she could not show her teeth; when walking, she could not show her feet; when sitting, she could not slouch; when standing, she could not sway...
This was more than twice as intense as her previous training.
Moreover, before they left, Nanny Li said that Duoduo had to continue going tomorrow.
When Pangya secretly watched from outside the door, she felt extremely gleeful.
She felt that Nanny Li was punishing Duoduo in disguise.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang was startled when she saw Duoduo being carried back by Baihe.
After asking what happened, her heart ached endlessly.
The Prince is too impatient. Duoduo is still so young, why does she need to be so strictly disciplined?
I think Duoduo is perfectly fine the way she is now.
Mother, do not worry, I will be fine tomorrow! Duoduo comforted the Princess Consort of Pingyang.
Nanny said I am just doing this for the first time, so I am not used to it.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang stroked Duoduo's cheek. It has been hard on you, good child.
It is not hard. Duoduo smiled at the Princess Consort of Pingyang.
Mother, can I sleep with you tonight?
A look of anticipation flashed in Duoduo's eyes.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang hesitated for a moment, but then immediately agreed.
Alright, Mother is also worried about your wound.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang got into bed and pulled Duoduo into her arms, making sure she would not press on the wound on her back.
Smelling the fragrance on the Princess Consort of Pingyang, Duoduo's eyes slowly turned red.
She raised her little hands and hugged the Princess Consort of Pingyang's neck, pressing her tiny body tightly against her.
Ever since Duoduo was born, she had never been intimate with her mother for even a single day.
She did not know what it felt like to be held by a mother.
She also did not know what it felt like to be loved and cherished.
However, the Princess Consort of Pingyang had given her all these things she had never experienced before.
So this was what it meant to be cared for, someone aching when you ache, caring about whether you are full, whether you are warm, and whether you are happy every day.
So being held by a mother was warm, fragrant, and soft.
Duoduo's tears flowed out and dripped onto the Princess Consort of Pingyang's neck.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang felt a cold sensation on her neck and wanted to turn her head to look.
But Duoduo hugged her tightly.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang felt a pang in her heart. She could only avoid Duoduo's wound and gently stroke her hair.
She had no children of her own, and she never knew that a child's joys and sorrows could actually tug at her own emotions.
To be honest, she was initially very conflicted about Duoduo.
She liked children, but no one would willingly accept a jinx as their own child.
Even if she could never give birth herself.
But the longer she spent with Duoduo, the more she slowly grew to love this child.
This child was well-behaved, sensible, and pitifully endearing. She wished she could give her all her love.
She had never been a mother and did not know what she should do to be good to a child.
Both she and The Prince were learning how to treat Duoduo. They both hoped that Duoduo would get better and stronger.
One day, Duoduo would prove herself to the world. Even if everyone abandoned her, she could still become strong!
The Princess Consort of Pingyang remembered The Prince once saying that even if everyone in the world abandoned Duoduo, Duoduo could still become strong enough to control the people of the world!
At that time, when the Princess Consort of Pingyang heard this, her heart skipped a beat.
However, The Prince then added that she must not be soft-hearted, for being soft-hearted would only make Duoduo weak.
Mother!
A voice that sounded like a murmur rang in the Princess Consort of Pingyang's ear.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang completely froze.
Mother!
The Princess Consort of Pingyang felt a weight on her shoulder. She turned her head and saw that Duoduo had fallen asleep.
There were still two streams of tears on her face, but a smile had appeared on it.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang's heart felt as if it had been fiercely pinched by something.
She smiled bitterly.
It seemed that only The Prince could play the role of the strict father.
She could only ever be the loving mother.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang carefully went to pull Duoduo's hand, wanting to let her sleep more comfortably.
But Duoduo's little hands held on tightly, as if afraid to leave her.
Left with no choice, the Princess Consort of Pingyang hugged Duoduo a little tighter and closed her own eyes.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang thought she would not be able to sleep, but surprisingly, she slept soundly until dawn.
This was unprecedented for her.
Ever since she married the Prince of Pingyang, managing the household chores every day, she always woke up before dawn.
Later, when the Prince of Pingyang went to war, she suffered from sleepless nights.
Even later, when the Prince of Pingyang had his accident, she could not sleep for entire nights on end.
During the day, she still had to drag her exhausted body around to manage the household.
She knew better than anyone that her health was deteriorating day by day.
She only thought about just getting by one day at a time.
Being able to sleep soundly until dawn like this was simply a luxury for her.
But last night, she had actually slept through the night until dawn!
When the Princess Consort of Pingyang opened her eyes, there was still a hint of daze in them.
Then she saw Duoduo slowly open her eyes. Her large eyes reflected her figure.
Then, those large eyes curved into crescents.
Good morning, Mother.
A soft, moist touch brushed against the Princess Consort of Pingyang's cheek and then quickly pulled away.
Duoduo was a little shy. This was a gesture she often saw her sister do when being affectionate with their mother.
She had wanted to do it for a long time, but her mother had never allowed her to get close.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang was stunned. Seeing the shyness on Duoduo's face, she smiled.
Rather clumsily, she also planted a kiss on Duoduo's cheek.
Good morning, Duoduo.
A radiant light burst forth in Duoduo's eyes, dazzling and brilliant like the morning glow on the horizon.
She touched the cheek that the Princess Consort of Pingyang had kissed, looking at her in disbelief.
Mother...
The Princess Consort of Pingyang felt a little embarrassed. Just as she was about to get up, Duoduo suddenly threw herself into her arms, hugging her tightly.
Mother, I like you!
The Princess Consort of Pingyang felt a warmth in her heart and gently patted Duoduo's little bottom.
Be careful not to touch your wound!
Duoduo wiggled her little bottom. It is already all better!
The Princess Consort of Pingyang thought Duoduo was just acting shamelessly, saying this because she did not want to drink her medicine.
You cannot lie! Be a good girl, Mother will have someone prepare candied fruits for you!
Duoduo released the Princess Consort of Pingyang, looking a little hesitant.
Mother, I am not lying!
The Princess Consort of Pingyang pinched Duoduo's nose. Mother understands that the medicine is bitter and tastes bad, but you have to take it to heal quickly.
Be good and listen to me. Once your wound heals, we will not have to drink those bitter medicines anymore!
Duoduo grew a little anxious; she did not want to deceive her mother.
Duoduo flipped over, sat up, and started to take off her clothes.
The Princess Consort of Pingyang quickly held her down. Do you want to change clothes? Mother will help you. Be careful not to touch the wound, it will hurt if it tears open again.
Duoduo let the Princess Consort of Pingyang help her take off her clothes.
Mother, look, my wound is already healed!
