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"Elder Brother Li said, 'There is something we need to do now.'
'What is it?' the other four asked in unison.
Hanno smiled and replied, 'There are more villages near the Enclosure than just the one we visited before. The people from those villages also cannot access clean water. We need to teach them how to create simple filtration devices so that everyone can drink clean water.'
Upon hearing this, the four nodded in agreement and asked Hanno how they should proceed.
Hanno inquired, 'Did you all clearly see the steps I demonstrated for the people of Zhang Family Village to make the simple filtration device?'
After receiving confirmation, Hanno continued, 'We will split into four groups and head in different directions to guide the villagers in those areas on how to make these devices. It is essential that everyone has access to clean water.'
'Alright!' the four responded in unison, filled with enthusiasm.
Hanno smiled and paired off the two couples to take charge of the south and west directions, while he and Elder Brother Li would have to separate, each responsible for the north and east. In no time, the six of them covered a hundred miles around the Enclosure, ensuring that all villagers troubled by contaminated water could finally drink clean water. Later on, Elder Brother Li even sent people upstream and downstream along the river to teach those living along its banks how to create simple filtration devices, improving their lives with access to clean water.
The actions of these individuals caught the attention of the emperor and others in the Enclosure. The ministers praised their good deeds, with some even submitting memorials requesting that the emperor recognize them. The emperor complied, issuing an edict rewarding the six with a hundred gold pieces while smiling alongside other ministers as they commended their benevolence. However, no one knew what the emperor truly thought—whether he admired their selflessness or saw it as a means to win over people's hearts depended on his future actions.
Due to teaching the villagers how to make simple filters, Elder Brother Li and Yue Yunfei missed out on the hunting competition. At that time, the competition was set to conclude just before the Autumn Hunt. Everyone entered the forest, judged by who could catch the most or largest game. The winner would receive a reward from the emperor and could make one wish. Besides this competition, there were private betting pools on who would win—similar to previous horse racing events. Hanno had planned to place a bet on himself for a big profit, but Elder Brother Li worried that drawing attention from the emperor might lead Hanno to keep a low profile. As a result, Hanno lost his bet—almost everyone had wagered on Elder Brother Li and Yue Yunfei winning, but since they did not attend, many ended up losing money. By evening's banquet, Elder Brother Li and Yue Yunfei were met with a circle of resentful glances.
'Wei Feng, it seems we've drawn some ire,' Yue Yunfei said as he shrank back slightly.
Elder Brother Li replied, '...They lost their bets; what does that have to do with us?'
Although their absence from the hunting competition left some feeling disappointed, the Autumn Hunt concluded successfully. Upon returning to the capital, Hanno and Elder Brother Li received a warm welcome from their families. Li Yishu and her companions had also returned from school, while Li Zhoule personally directed the kitchen staff in preparing a delicious feast featuring freshly bought bass.
'Sister-in-law, this is freshly purchased bass; it's incredibly tasty! You should try it,' Li Zhoule cheerfully urged Hanno to taste her dish. Her belly was quite large; after examining her pulse, the doctor revealed she was expecting twins—a fact that brought both joy and concern to Wen Zixia."
"Alright," Hanno replied, concern evident in her voice. "How have you been feeling lately?"
Li Zhoule said, "Although my legs are a bit swollen, everything else is fine. Thank you for your concern, Sister-in-law."
Hanno continued, "The midwife and nursemaid need to be prepared. Tomorrow, I'll have someone help you find a nursemaid, and the midwife will also come to stay at the house."
Li Zhoule was surprised. "Is it really time to bring them in this early?"
Hanno replied, "It's not too early. You are already over six months pregnant. Twins are different from a single child; they can arrive earlier."
Wen Zixia gasped and immediately supported Hanno's decision, earnestly urging her to find a good midwife and nursemaid. Hanno nodded in agreement, initially planning to return to the modern world that night for some rest and to handle matters there. However, she realized she couldn't go back until the arrangements for the nursemaid and midwife were settled.
"Eat up; the fish will get cold," Elder Brother Li said as he carefully picked out the fish bones and placed the fish meat into Hanno's bowl.
Hanno smiled sweetly at him and took a bite of the fish. A strong, unpleasant smell overwhelmed her, causing her to gag uncontrollably.
"Nono, what's wrong?" Elder Brother Li exclaimed in alarm, quickly dropping his chopsticks and rushing to hold Hanno. The other men looked on with worry, while only Li Zhoule blinked in surprise and asked with a hint of excitement, "Sister-in-law, could it be that you're pregnant?"
A faint blush crossed Hanno's face as she nodded.
Elder Brother Li was stunned. Li Yishu poked him with her finger. "Elder Brother? Elder Brother?"
Elder Brother Li suddenly jumped up, flipping three times in mid-air before landing and bursting into laughter. "Haha! I'm going to be a dad! I'm going to be a dad!"
Li Yishu looked at Hanno with confusion. "Sister-in-law, what does 'dad' mean?"
Hanno explained, "It's just another way to say 'father.'"
"Oh!" Li Yishu exclaimed, suddenly enlightened, and then burst into laughter. "That's great! Big sister-in-law is having a baby! Not only will I be an uncle, but also a great-uncle!"
Li Zhoule was even happier than Li Yishu, clasping his hands together and murmuring his gratitude to the gods and ancestors. "Our Li Family finally has descendants."
Once the excitement subsided, Elder Brother Li calmed down and rushed to Hanno, taking her right hand to feel her pulse. He found it smooth and flowing under his fingers, as if he were pressing on a rolling ball, unable to suppress a broad smile. "The pulse is smooth and lively, just like beads rolling on a plate. It truly is a joyful pulse."
Wen Zixia was astonished. "When did you learn medicine, big brother?"
Elder Brother Li chuckled. "I learned a bit from Geng Shi'an."
In reality, after traversing several lifetimes, Elder Brother Li's medical skills were not much inferior to Geng Shi'an, though he had kept this hidden from others. Today, overwhelmed with joy, he inadvertently revealed his knowledge in front of family.
Li Zhoule held Hanno's hand excitedly. "Big sister-in-law, shall we arrange a betrothal for our children? When they grow up, they can marry each other. What do you think?"
Hanno shook her head vigorously. "No, we cannot arrange that."
"Why not?" Li Zhoule asked with a hint of grievance. Wasn’t Sister Han someone who looked down on them?
Hanno patted Li Zhoule's hand gently. "In our world, marrying close relatives is forbidden because it can harm the children born from such unions. They may suffer from congenital heart disease, dementia, albinism, and other ailments. Even if they don't have these conditions, their physical health is often much poorer than that of ordinary babies. Therefore, our laws prohibit marriage between blood relatives within three generations."
"I see." Both Li Zhoule and Wen Zixia felt disappointed; however, for the sake of their children’s well-being, they abandoned the idea of marrying their children to Hanno's offspring.
The family banquet was filled with joy. Originally meant to welcome Hanno and Elder Brother Li, it turned into a celebration for them instead. Except for the two pregnant women and the eldest Wen Zixue, the other four got drunk. Elder Brother Li, who was tipsy but not fully intoxicated, held Hanno's hand repeatedly saying, "We have a child now—one that shares our bloodline. Nono, I am truly happy."
In his past life as an orphan, Elder Brother Li longed for family and yearned to have children connected by blood. However, after traversing several lifetimes, both he and Hanno remained childless, leaving a lingering sense of regret in their otherwise fulfilling lives. Now that they finally had their own child, Elder Brother Li's joy multiplied tenfold, a happiness so profound that even the alcohol he consumed had little effect on him as a cultivator; he ended up getting himself drunk.
Hanno helped Elder Brother Li to bed and lay down beside him, kissing his forehead. "Sleep now. When you wake up, you'll need to earn some milk money for our son and daughter."
The next day, Hanno began assisting Li Zhoule in selecting a midwife and a nursemaid. Hanno researched the best midwives in the capital with excellent skills and good character, bringing one to their home. As for the nursemaid, instead of following the suggestions of Mo Yan, the Princess, and Qi Xueru to choose two, Hanno opted for just one healthy woman. She explained to Li Zhoule and the other two women the benefits of breastfeeding their children, encouraging them to use their own milk as much as possible after giving birth. The nursemaid's role would merely be to care for the child and provide additional milk if needed, ensuring that they remained vigilant about not letting the nursemaid become too close to the baby, lest the child recognize her over its own mother.
Li Zhoule suggested that Hanno also prepare a nursemaid for herself, but Hanno declined. She intended to give birth in the modern world; otherwise, she wouldn't pass muster with Han Dad and Mom Han. Moreover, modern birthing techniques were far superior and safer than those of ancient times; it would be foolish for Hanno to stay in ancient times to give birth.
"I've learned something new," Mo Yan, the Princess said with a giggle. "No wonder when I was born, my mother sent the nursemaid away. I thought she had done something wrong; turns out it was for this reason."
Hanno replied, "Ordinary families wouldn't casually send a nursemaid away. There must have been something your nursemaid did that the princess couldn't tolerate."
"Perhaps," Mo Yan said nonchalantly; she had long forgotten what her nursemaid looked like.
Qi Xueru touched her belly enviously and said, "You and General Li just got married and you're already pregnant. I've been married to Jiang Shi'an for so long; why am I not pregnant yet?"
Mo Yan cast a resentful glance at Qi Xueru and touched her own belly. "You're not alone; I'm in the same boat."
Hanno scanned both women's bodies with her Divine Sense and smiled. "Don't be envious of me; you two might already be pregnant."
"Really?" Mo Yan's eyes widened as she stared at Hanno with eager anticipation.
Hanno replied, "You can have Xueru check your pulse."
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