Yang Ruqing smiled and comforted Daguanshi: "Aunt, you worry too much. We have the government offices in Changhuizhou."

“From the magistrate of Chang Huai Prefecture, to the county magistrate of Qing An County, to the county magistrate of Wang Hai County, and even to the headman of our Qing Shui Town...”

“It takes so many hurdles to get through each level, those officials protect the order of their posts. If things get chaotic, it's hard to explain to the emperor, and they risk being dismissed or investigated.”

"So, we ordinary people don't have to worry too much. If there are too many refugees, the local governments will take corresponding measures."

Upon hearing Yang Ruqing's words, Da Sun's worries finally eased a bit.

"Auntie, how long has Huang Mao been pregnant for?" Yang Ruqing asked again.

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A few days ago, I vaguely heard Sun mention something, but there are unwritten rules in this area.

Before being three months pregnant, it is generally not common to tell others and one will keep it a secret unless sharing with the closest family members.

"More than a month, less than two months." Da Sun said.

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Yang Ruqing nodded: "It's mid-April now, and next January we'll have a new addition to the family!"

The eldest granddaughter-in-law nodded repeatedly, "This Huang Mao child hasn't been feeling well these days. He's been terribly nauseous. Chicken, duck, fish, meat, shrimp... he doesn't just get sick from eating them, even the smell makes him want to vomit."

“She's getting thinner by the day, both I and your grandma are worried sick, we don't know what to feed her! Qinger, help us come up with some ideas!” Da Sun said again.

Yang Ruqing thought for a moment and said, "If she doesn't like to eat meat, just make something light for her."

"Sticky rice balls, or red date dumplings, for example. Shredded chicken can be made into noodles, and fish and shrimp are mixed with wheat flour to form meatballs. Then, combine them with vegetables and eggs to make soup. This way, you can subtly get her to eat it without making a fuss."

"Besides that, get some fruit and snacks too. Don't let her go hungry." Yang Ruqing said.

Grandsun Shi patted her palm: “Good method, good method. I’ll go back and do this right away. Hey, these are the fourth generation of our Old Sun family. We just hope that the two of them will be well.”

After Da Sun hurriedly left, Yang Ruoqing couldn't help but sigh that this yellow-haired boy was really lucky.

The daughter-in-law of this family was still doing all the housework even though she was pregnant. She had to cook for everyone, wash their clothes, feed the pigs and chickens; she didn't get to miss out on any chores.

Huang Mao's mother, Da Yun, is said to have gone to the pond to wash clothes three days after giving birth to Huang Mao...

Now Huang Mao is lucky, she married Da Jie. Her mother-in-law and grandmother are both the most tolerant and kind.

Da Jie was a scholar, still studying in preparation for this year's autumn examination. His parents were raising pigs publicly, and their life at home was also good.

Huang Mao is indeed fortunate.

However, Yang Ruqing remembered again when in the first lunar month she had accompanied Da Sun and Sun to visit Li Shenpo.

When Da Sun consulted the fortune teller, Li Shenpo, about whether she could have a grandson this year, Li Shenpo replied that there would be no change in population this year.

What's the mystery here again?

Huang Mao is clearly pregnant, isn't she?

Could it be that even Ma has a misstep, and Li Shenpo could make a mistake?

Yang Ruqing smiled and shook her head, not delving deeper. Everything could change, everything was predetermined in the dark, just let it be.

More and more news about refugees from the north is coming in these days.

At the town's wine houses and teahouses, people are discussing it.

Those who buy groceries in Washi also discuss it.

In the village, peasants working in the fields and women washing clothes at the village entrance were almost all talking about it.

“This person is just incapable of tolerating even the slightest matter. Sometimes they jump to conclusions without any real evidence.” Let me know if you have any other text you'd like me to translate!

While having dinner at Yang Huazhong's place, Yang Huazhong took a sip of wine to moisten his throat and said.

“One by one, they spread rumors about the refugees as if they were murderers and bandits. They said that wherever they went, they burned, killed, looted, and committed all sorts of evil deeds.”

“They said which village was robbed of how much grain and livestock, they said which village’s young daughter-in-law went back to her mother’s house and was taken away…”

"One or two people were filled with anxiety, this kind of fear was no less than when there was talk of war in the latter half of last year, food was scarce and prices soared..."

Upon hearing Yang Huazhong's words, Mrs. Sun was also filled with anxiety.

“While I was washing clothes in the pond, I also heard them say that the soldiers couldn't control the situation anymore. Those refugees were killing and setting fire to things, even daring to kill soldiers.”

"All in all, the outside world these days is said to be quite chaotic. Fortunately, you three siblings are all safe and sound at home," Mrs. Sun remarked.

At the dinner table, Yang Ruqing and Dayan exchanged glances. Yang Ruqing said, "Dayan, why don't you tell our parents yourself?"

Da An nodded, then placed the chopsticks in her hand neatly to the side and picked up a napkin to wipe her mouth.

“What are you guys talking about?” Mrs. Sun was taken aback. “Are you siblings playing riddles? I don't understand.”

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The woman asked again.

Yang Huazhong also looked at the two siblings, “What's the matter? Tell us, your mother and I are listening.”

Da An glanced at Yang Huazhong and Sun Shi, with some entanglement in his eyes.

“Father, mother, I received an internal message that the emperor might send me to He Lanzhou to aid in drought relief and appease the displaced people…”

"Bang!"

Everyone followed the sound and saw that Xiaohua's chopsticks had fallen onto the table. She was also staring at Dongan in astonishment.

Perhaps seeing that everyone was looking at her, Xiaohua realized her faux pas. She quickly picked up her chopsticks and bowed her head, pretending to eat.

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But what's in your mouth is a giant clove of garlic.

Da'an stroked his forehead, looking a little embarrassed. This girl...

“Da An, when did this happen? How come your father and I didn't know about it?”

Here, Mrs. Sun's anxious voice sounded again.

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The woman leaned forward, her face etched with anxiety and worry.

"Bigan said, "This morning my sister told me this, and I'm still hesitating whether to tell my parents."

“You, child! How could you keep such a big matter from me and your father?” Mrs. Sun was even more anxious, her face flushed like fire.

Yang Huazhong also spoke up, but he asked Yang Ruqing: "Ruqing, how did you get this news? Is it reliable?"

Yang Ruqing said, “It was Zichuan who sent a message by carrier pigeon. He said that the Emperor has been troubled by the drought in Helan Prefecture these days, and he appointed Zichuan as a special envoy to go to Helan Prefecture to fight the drought. Zichuan recommended our Da'an to accompany him as his assistant.”

“While the pigeons were carrying messages to Zichuan, the imperial decree had already been drafted and should arrive in a few days,” she said.

“Huh? Referred by Zichuan? Zichuan is... Da'an, can we not go?” Mrs. Sun frowned, her eyes filled with confusion and worry.

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“Mother, you absolutely must not blame Brother Zichuan because you’re worried about my safety. Brother Zichuan recommending me is actually a way of supporting me! He's helping me!”

Yang Ruqing said, "Dayan is right. This is a good opportunity for Dayan to perform. By following Zichuan, Dayan can learn everything he couldn't learn from books before. It's a good thing for Dayan."

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"Is that so?"

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