A Mei was sleeping soundly when a faint pain came from her abdomen. She opened her eyes groggily, her brows slightly furrowed. Just as she turned her body over in Ansheng's embrace, she felt a sudden surge of warm dampness beneath her.
A Mei pitifully nudged the chest next to her. Seeing that her husband didn't move, she simply nudged him again.
Ansheng opened his eyes to see A Mei frowning adorably, her pink lips half-pouting. Her newly awakened eyes were still hazy with moisture. Blinking her teary eyes, she whispered to him coquettishly, Husband, A Mei's time of the month is here.
Ansheng immediately sat up. He lifted the blanket and looked beneath A Mei, sure enough seeing the stained marks.
Does your stomach hurt? Be good, wait here first. I will go get your menstrual belt and clean clothes.
This was the second time since their marriage that Ansheng had encountered A Mei's time of the month. Although he knew that her abdominal pain had eased a lot since she started nursing her health, remembering how pitifully she had hurt back then still brought a trace of tension into his voice.
A Mei lay there, not daring to move recklessly. She could only nod shyly and say, Rest assured, Husband, it doesn't hurt like it used to. A Mei can bear it.
Ansheng got out of bed, put on his clothes, and went out the door to give a series of orders. Then, he personally fetched A Mei's menstrual belt and undergarments.
Ansheng naturally wanted to change them for A Mei himself, but A Mei immediately blushed, looking deeply embarrassed. Helpless, Ansheng could only turn his back to her.
After a burst of rustling sounds, A Mei finished changing her clothes and handed out the soiled undergarment. Husband, I'm done.
Ansheng turned around and took the clothes. His gaze fell on A Mei's slightly pale face, a flash of heartache in his eyes. Lie down for now. It's cold outside, so don't go out for the next two days. I will stay home and keep you company.
A Mei obediently hummed in agreement, feeling both touched and sweet inside. She said somewhat shyly, Actually, it didn't hurt that much during my last time of the month either. It doesn't hinder me from doing anything, so you don't need to do all this, Husband.
Ansheng's expression turned serious. That won't do. Your constitution is weak, how could you recover so quickly? Naturally, we must pay careful attention to it.
As he spoke, the maidservants arrived with hot water and a hand warmer. Ansheng had A Mei hold the hand warmer against her abdomen, and he personally used a cloth dipped in hot water to wash her hands and clean her face.
At this moment, Xiao Zhengzi came in from outside.
My Lord, you called for this servant.
Ansheng casually tossed him a waist token, his tone light. Go to the Imperial Hospital and invite Imperial Physician Song and Medical Officer Yao to the manor to take the Madam's pulse.
Yes.
Xiao Zhengzi turned to leave, but before he could take two steps, A Mei called out to stop him.
Ah, wait! A Mei grew anxious. She hadn't forgotten how much silver it cost to summon an imperial physician even once, let alone hearing her husband ask for two. She immediately reached out and tugged at Ansheng's sleeve, blinking at him.
There's no need, really no need, Husband. Why summon an imperial physician for such a small matter? Wasn't the previous prescription working quite well?
Ansheng raised the corner of his eyes, instantly seeing through A Mei's little thoughts. His face darkened slightly, and he spoke helplessly, Why wouldn't we need to? It's precisely because it works that we must invite the imperial physician over to carefully see if the dosage needs adjusting.
But... A Mei opened her mouth.
Ansheng gave a cold snort, leaving no room for argument. No buts. I have the final say in this matter. With that, he shot a glance over, and Xiao Zhengzi vanished in a flash.
A Mei cast a coquettish sidelong glance at Ansheng. Alright then. But, Husband, why are you inviting two doctors?
Ansheng was about to speak when several maidservants carrying hot soup and food entered the room.
Suddenly, Ansheng leaned down close to A Mei's ear, his entire body enveloping her at the head of the bed. His large hand moved to the softness at A Mei's chest and gently stroked it. Exhaling slowly, he said in a voice only the two of them could hear, These past two days when I kneaded them, I clearly didn't use much force, yet you blamed me for being too rough. However, they do feel a bit larger than before to my touch; they must have grown. Medical Officer Yao is a female doctor, so I'll have her examine you as well, and ask if it has anything to do with your time of the month, and what to look out for on normal days.
At this moment, Ansheng's expression was calm and earnest, his tone indescribably serious. But when these words fell into A Mei's ears, her whole body shivered. Her eyes widened, and a crimson flush instantly spread from her ears, turning her small face completely red in the blink of an eye.
After a good while, she finally reached out and pushed Ansheng's chest, whispering reproachfully, Husband! There are people here, don't be so...
Ansheng raised an eyebrow, teasing her. Don't be what?
A Mei spoke in shy indignation, Don't be so close, it's so embarrassing if someone sees!
Ansheng chuckled, gritting his teeth, the corners of his mouth twitching slightly. Who would dare to look? If anyone dares to look, I will gouge out their eyeballs.
A Mei: ...
A Mei opened her mouth. I'm hungry.
Ansheng stood up, walked to the table, and brought over a bowl of soup, his movements practiced and attentive. This is just right to eat. The crystal buns and milk crisps are still a bit hot, so I will feed them to you after they cool down a bit.
Husband, A Mei can do it herself.
No, I will feed you.
Oh my, I'm not that delicate.
How are you not? My wife naturally needs to be pampered a little.
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