She is the Side Character! — Watch Her Change her fate!-Chapter 13: The Princely Heir Is a Woman

"Since this is what Third Sister hopes for, and she has no reluctance in her heart, I shall not try to dissuade further."

"However, childbirth is always a matter of risking one’s life. I can’t do much else but have some midwives and female doctors come over to help you take care of your body."

Upon hearing Ah Chen’s words, Ning Yutao finally understood what those people standing in the hall were there for, and her heart felt a warm comfort.

Father doesn’t care about the lives and deaths of daughters once they’re married off, only Ah Zhen would care so much.

She wishes to bear a son for her husband, who treats her exceptionally well, allowing her to experience the gentleness she never felt in Prince Ning Mansion. Childbirth indeed risks a woman’s life, and frequent births can deplete her strength, yet she is willing.

Ning Yutao understands that Ah Zhen cares deeply for her, but her husband holds just this one obsession, otherwise there’s nothing wrong.

"Ah Zhen..." Ning Yutao had countless words in her heart, but didn’t know how to express them when she opened her mouth. Perhaps Ah Zhen feels helpless seeing her so determined. Despite having the same experience, she still walks the old path of Father, insisting on having a son. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

But she swears to the heavens, even if it’s to fulfill her husband’s fixation, she will treat her daughters well and not let them suffer.

"Ah Zhen, you should let them return, I... can’t afford the expense," Ning Yutao said somewhat embarrassedly, "If there’s really any issue, I’ll send someone to invite them for a look."

Currently, her health is relatively good and doesn’t need much care, which is because she recuperated well after each childbirth, aided by in-laws who aren’t harsh people, which is one reason she made up her mind.

"Third Sister need not worry about this, they will settle down in the adjacent courtyard from now on and will come daily to help you nourish your body, all without troubling you. Consider it my concern for you; I don’t wish any harm to befall you," Ah Chen said, noticing Ning Yutao still wanted to say something, she added in a pleading tone, "I don’t want to lose you, my sister, to any accident. My heart will be at ease only when you sisters are well."

Ning Yutao couldn’t refuse this, thinking about the recent events, Ning Yutao felt touched. Facing Ah Chen’s gaze, she agreed almost involuntarily. It was only after nodding that she realized it, but having already agreed, it was hard to retract.

"I know you disapprove of such things, but since you’re willing, I can’t stop you much. Because of this, wherever you feel uncomfortable, express it promptly to the female doctor," Ah Chen warned, "Also, if someday you decide not to bear more, you can let me know. Your courtyard in Prince Ning Mansion will always be reserved for you and you can return whenever you wish."

Ning Yutao was moved to tears, nodding repeatedly.

"And those three nieces, don’t overlook them, Third Sister," Ah Chen remembered, suddenly asking, "Given the current state of the Fan Mansion, raising children shouldn’t be a problem, right?"

Ning Yutao was momentarily at a loss, quickly saying: "For now, it’s manageable."

Bringing up this topic, there was a hint of worry in her brow.

Now it’s okay, but as the children grow and new ones are born, life might get tight. Raising children aside, preparing for their future is also necessary. A daughter’s dowry, a son’s betrothal gift, none of these can be omitted. Thinking of these, Ning Yutao felt overwhelmed.

"So there might be problems in the future?" Ah Chen looked thoughtful, "That’s not acceptable. Adults can endure hardship, but the children shouldn’t have to."

Ning Yutao found herself speechless, for indeed, her three daughters are well-behaved and lovely. Her husband can’t be accused of not loving them, as he often teaches them to read and write, yet he is particularly fixated on having a son.

"Third Sister, this must be planned ahead of time."

Ning Yutao felt somewhat bewildered, she doesn’t really have the skills, and although she was given a shop as part of her dowry from Prince Ning Mansion, its income is quite modest, occasionally running at a loss. Even achieving a small profit is commendable. Lacking expertise, she simply rented out the shop later on. The household expenses are covered by her husband’s salary, but the shop’s rent right now is being saved, though it’s not enough for even one daughter’s dowry, let alone some occasional additional expense.

The more she thought about the future, the more anxious Ning Yutao became.

"If you don’t mind, Third Sister, I do have a solution," Ah Chen smiled a little, "I noticed Old Madam Fan and Mr. Fan are still quite hale and hearty; they could engage in some work to save some Silver Coin."

"Moreover, Third Brother-in-law isn’t particularly busy; he rarely drinks and idles away, usually spending time reading or writing at home. Why not use that spare time doing some work to supplement the household income, which would also lay a financial foundation early for your children," Ah Chen lifted her eyes, then praised, "Third Brother-in-law is a person of integrity who’s unlikely to accept my charity, but earning Silver Tael through labor, he probably wouldn’t refuse."

If you’re going to have children, then raise them well and save a good amount for them, right?

Otherwise, why have so many children just to see them with empty bowls?

"Third Brother-in-law, Old Madam Fan, Mr. Fan, what do you think?" Ah Chen, being a doer, decided to wait and discuss the matter further with Fan Wenjue after proposing the idea, amidst Ning Yutao’s inner conflicts.

Hearing her words, the Fan Family remained silent.

"I’ve heard Mr. Fan and Old Madam Fan were once skilled farmers," Ah Chen complimented, "Coincidentally, there’s an estate at Prince Ning Mansion attempting to cultivate good seedlings; it’s just the right place for you two."

Today, having come here, Ah Chen had naturally investigated the Fan Family, and indeed, these two were exceptional in producing crops.

At only forty or fifty, why consider retiring already? Stand up and earn more for your grandchildren’s future!

Mr. Fan and Old Madam Fan were intrigued.

Since their son’s success as an official, they, being farmers by birth, had been brought to the Capital City to enjoy life, yet their bodies didn’t quite adjust. Only after tending the flowers and plants in the mansion had they found some comfort.

Mr. Fan rubbed his hands, moved closer to Old Madam Fan and whispered, "Wife, I think it’s feasible."

It was much better than those meaningless social gatherings, surely farming was more satisfying.

"I also think it’s doable," Old Madam Fan whispered back, stealing a glance at their son, curious about his thoughts.

Prince Ning was right, there were many kids to take care of at home. Instead of idling away all day at the mansion, wouldn’t it be better to do some work and save for their grandchildren? In their village, even octogenarians didn’t fully retire, and they were still young at forty or fifty, certainly able to work the fields.

"Besides that, Third Brother-in-law writes beautifully; Prince Ning Mansion has started several study houses, needing individuals like him to help transcribe books."

Beixia had introduced printing, but the technique at that time was not as good as handwriting, especially when the writing was beautiful, the book’s value soared.