CHAPTER 195: CHAPTER 195 BORN FROM ADVERSITY

This coming and going has eased much of Lin Wanyi’s homesickness.

Yet at the same time, it has also brought her some anticipation.

She hopes that life could continue like this forever.

Unfortunately, the news about the peaceful birth of the Fourth Prince still reached Ruiyang Pavilion.

Though delayed, it upset the Second Prince for several days.

On this day, Lin Wanyi took the Second Princess and the Second Prince to bask in the morning sunlight in the small garden.

Aunt Yun said that basking in the sun frequently is good for the Second Princess’s health.

So, every day they spend half an hour in the small garden.

It’s the beginning of September now.

The feeling of autumn is getting stronger.

A few maple trees were planted in the small garden, adding a touch of beauty during autumn.

Lin Wanyi held the tambourine sent by the Inner Court Department.

Amusing the Second Princess.

She is very sensitive to sounds now.

Wherever the sound of the tambourine goes, her head follows, making it quite fun.

Everyone was delighted to see the Second Princess waving her hands and feet.

Except for the Second Prince, who sat nearby looking gloomy.

If Nanny Du hadn’t "forced" him out today, he probably wouldn’t have wanted to leave the house.

Lin Wanyi turned and saw the Second Prince’s expression, feeling quite strange.

They are living almost like celestial beings in the traveling palace, so why does the Second Prince have a sad little face?

She then asked with concern.

"Didn’t sleep well yesterday? Why are you so listless?"

The Second Prince shook his head.

Still hanging his head, without any energy.

Lin Wanyi glanced at Nanny Du, who gestured lightly with four fingers, and Lin Wanyi understood.

It turns out he’s worried about the Fourth Prince.

She smiled gently and comforted the Second Prince.

"Our Second Prince has gained a little brother, this is a good thing. The Fourth Prince is even younger than the Second Princess. Next time we meet, perhaps the Second Princess and the Fourth Prince will both be able to sit up."

Although the Second Princess is ill, her health has improved greatly under Nanny Ji’s care.

Every day she either practices lifting her head or sometimes is held upright.

All to ensure that the Second Princess will be robust in the future.

So by the end of the year, she will be four or five months old, and might even be able to sit up for a little while.

And the Fourth Prince is well cared for by Noble Princess Consort Ying, so he should be healthy too.

So Lin Wanyi’s words were not empty comfort.

Originally meant to reassure the Second Prince, but instead made him even more upset.

His little face puffed up with frustration.

Lin Wanyi thought for a moment, then said to the Second Prince.

"The Princess will stay here to sunbathe, I want to walk in the front, do you want to come with me?"

The Second Prince initially wanted to refuse, but seeing that Lin Wanyi had something to say to him alone, he got up and followed.

Nanny Du and Xia An stayed behind to watch over the Second Princess.

The small garden in Ruiyang Pavilion is not very big.

But it is exquisite and well-thought-out.

The two of them arrived under the red maple trees, just as one of the branches bloomed perfectly.

Sadly, the Second Prince was in no mood to enjoy the scenery.

Lin Wanyi spoke directly without beating around the bush.

"Is the Second Prince upset about the Fourth Prince’s birth?"

The Second Prince was briefly embarrassed at his emotions being seen through.

But since it was Lin Wanyi before him, he didn’t mind.

After thinking for a while, he nodded and said.

"I have never been loved by Father, and there was an already strong Third Brother compared to me, but now there’s a Fourth Brother. Will there still be anyone in this palace who remembers me, the second in line?"

So that’s what he is worried about.

Lin Wanyi felt for a moment that the people in this palace were naturally early-bloomers.

In ordinary families, the birth of a child is usually a happy event.

But not in the palace, whenever a new child is born, there’s either a life-and-death struggle or intense jealousy.

Like the Second Princess, she was snatched back from King Yama.

And this Fourth Prince is destined to be the target of many since birth.

If Noble Concubine Ying protects him well, he may have some peaceful days.

But if she doesn’t, he won’t be more comfortable than the Second Prince either.

Thinking about it, Lin Wanyi could not help but sigh.

The word ’power’ seals the fate of every Prince and Princess in this palace, as born into worry.

Looking at the Second Prince’s lost expression, Lin Wanyi couldn’t help but feel.

Although his body gradually healed, the emotional wounds are not so easily cured.

After all, he is just a six-year-old child.

He naturally has his innocent and lively side, as well as his worried about his future side.

So, Lin Wanyi squatted down to meet his gaze.

Her eyes had a newfound calmness, which gradually pacified the Second Prince.

"Have you noticed that each season’s garden is different? Spring has the fragrance of peaches and plums, summer has the scent of lotus leaves and blooming flowers, autumn has the beauty of red maples, winter has the grace of Lamei and Lingshuang."

"Different flowers bloom in different periods. Peach blossom has its tenderness, Lamei has its sturdy character, if forced to bloom at the same time, it would lead to mutual destruction."

"This applies to everyone. It’s impossible to excel in everything or succeed at everything. To be bold, even someone like your Father, who is the ruler of the realm, will have his times of helplessness."

"So, instead of worrying about others, focus on yourself. The Third Prince has his merits, the Fourth Prince has his future, and you, too, have your path to follow."

"You are considerate and humble, with insight into the worldly affairs and wisdom beyond it. Are you not?"

Lin Wanyi’s comfort entered deep into the Second Prince’s heart.

With insight into worldly affairs yet wisdom beyond it!

The Second Prince seemed to take these words to heart, thinking them over, feeling clearer each time.

In moments, days of worry dissipated like clouds.

Gratefully looking at Lin Wanyi, he said.

"My greatest fortune is being able to be Lady Lin’s son."

Lin Wanyi had previously treated the Second Prince like a younger brother, caring and concerned for him.

Now hearing him say this solemnly, she suddenly felt a deep sense of maternal compassion.

Their connection is quite extraordinary.

Originally, they were two people struggling to live in the palace, now they’ve become genuine, non-blood family.

With a hint of a smile, Lin Wanyi patted the Second Prince’s shoulder.

Also smiling, she said.

"To gain the Second Prince’s full trust is my good fortune as a mother."

This is the first time Lin Wanyi referred to herself as a mother in front of the Second Prince.

She is only eleven years older than him, not enough to be his mother, but right now, she only wants to respond to the Second Prince.