[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace":3,"chapter-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-963":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},410994,676,"Chapter 963: Mountain Villa","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-963",963,"\u003Cp>Along the way, they toured the mountains and waters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a journey of two hundred miles, they took four or five days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time they arrived at The Summer Resort, half of June had already passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Except for Xia Caiying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing and Ni Manxue were not visiting for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Getting off the carriage and seeing the beautiful scenery in front of them, both of them were filled with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Time really flies by!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Last time we came, it was already a few years ago!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ni Manxue laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed! I wasn’t even married then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the blink of an eye, my child is this big!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps it was because she was still unmarried at that time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back then, Ni Manxue possessed a gentle grace even amidst her intelligence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now... after getting married, having children, and being the household lady for a few years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She not only became more intelligent but also acted more skillfully and gracefully, her nature becoming more straightforward and lively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply put, she became even more likable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, Sister-in-law, stop reminiscing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The sun is scorching! Let’s go inside first!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, yes, yes, I almost forgot!\" Ni Manxue laughed while holding her belly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, the three sisters-in-law helped each other by the hands of the servants and went inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Summer Resort had many courtyards, but fewer people came this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides the children, it was just the three of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So they chose to stay in three nearby exquisite courtyards along the stream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The courtyards at The Summer Resort were different from those in the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The houses were slightly smaller than the palace palaces, with small pavilions and exquisite rooms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though there weren’t many residents, it didn’t feel empty at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The furnishings inside were even more splendid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Capital City had sent people to tidy up early.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The floors and beds were covered with new linens, matched to the style of the house, giving a very leisurely vibe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The area around the courtyard had no walls, just bamboo fences all around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vines of all kinds climbed on the fences, blooming with various colorful wildflowers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once outside, the neighbors could easily chat from their respective courtyards, which was very delightful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The courtyard was surrounded by mountains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, dense forests spread like a weave, while nearby streams flowed gently, with wildflowers and lush green grass spread all around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A light breeze blew, filling the air with fresh, sweet fragrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing went inside the house for a turn and then came into the courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting on a chair woven from vines beside the fence, she closed her eyes and took a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fresh, sweet air quickly filled her entire chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she gently exhaled slowly, feeling refreshed all over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The air here is so refreshing! A few deep breaths, and I feel completely revitalized!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue brought over a light cloak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, the mountain air is cool; at least cover your stomach!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing smiled and took it, draping it over her as she sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Speaking of which, when I was in the Capital City, it was blazing hot every day. Coming here, it’s indeed not hot!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course! We came here to escape the heat!\" Zi Yue laughed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing fanned herself with a cloth fan a few times and looked around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where are Henger and Yeye? Weren’t they just running wild everywhere?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the first time these two children traveled so far.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was also their first time seeing such sights; they were thrilled along the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once they got off the carriage, the two of them paired up and went off running wild, and they hadn’t been seen since.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, there were always people with them, so she wasn’t too worried!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue laughed and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Madam, it’s already the Shen Hour now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The two princes have been playing all day and are both tired and hungry, so Sister Liang and Sister Jiang fed them some food and put them to rest!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No wonder I haven’t seen them for a while!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue looked at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Madam, you’ve also been in the carriage for most of the day, and lunch wasn’t great. Would you like to eat a bit more and then rest?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing touched her belly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not hungry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But now that you mention it, I am a bit sleepy. I’ll go take a nap!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aye!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue happily helped her up and went inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The small courtyard was a two-story pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it was small, the sun hadn’t fully penetrated it, so once inside, a cool breeze greeted them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The interior was furnished simply yet elegantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The high-quality sandalwood bed was draped with a canopy of emerald willow smoke veils.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of the bed was a beauty couch made of agarwood, covered with a mat woven from reeds and topped with a silk blanket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could be used as a cover or a mat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the beauty couch, Xia Ruqing didn’t even want to sleep on the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had Zi Yue lay the silk blanket out for her, and she lay down on the beauty couch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her head rested on a buckwheat husk pillow, and she was covered with a thin summer quilt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A breeze blew, laced with the warmth of summer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It caressed her face, gently and warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within a few breaths, Xia Ruqing had fallen into a deep sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To the left of Xia Ruqing lived Ni Manxue’s family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the right was Cai Yang’s family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Shen Hour in the afternoon, both families, after being lively for a while, quieted down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, no matter how comfortable a carriage is, it can’t compare to a bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After several days on the road, the three pregnant women were each more tired than the last.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ni Manxue ate a little and then fell into a deep sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Xia Caiying wasn’t quite the same. Perhaps due to the bumpy ride or some other reason, her appetite was poor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t eat much at lunch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By Shen Hour in the afternoon, she hadn’t eaten anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The head maid Du Juan was a bit concerned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, how can you not eat?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The master will be here shortly, and if he sees you like this, won’t he worry?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying lay on the bed, looking a bit fatigued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just don’t tell him, I’ll be fine!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Juan wanted to say more but was stopped by Xia Caiying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, I’m sleepy, you can go now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With no choice, Du Juan bowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was about to turn and leave when she saw a figure entering from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing dark clothes and moving with a nimble step, who else could it be but the master?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Juan quickly saluted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Greetings, Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stand up!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without even looking at her, Yang Chenyi waved his hand dismissively and went straight to the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing his voice, Xia Caiying started to get up, but Yang Chenyi stopped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t move!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying’s eyes were filled with tenderness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why did you come, Master? Are you hot?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll have the maid bring some mung bean soup to cool you down!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Chenyi stopped her again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need, just lie back down!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words were few, but each word was steady and strong, giving a sense of safety from the heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unable to resist, Xia Caiying obediently lay back down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Chenyi furrowed his brows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard from the maid that you haven’t had much of an appetite these past few days, is it because of the bumpy journey?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying quickly shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please don’t worry, Master, I’m fine!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Chenyi thought for a moment and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then get up and have something to eat before you go back to sleep!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard the maid say you didn’t have much for lunch!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, Xia Caiying looked a bit hesitant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not hungry, just a bit tired, maybe I’ll feel better after some rest!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Chenyi nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s no need to force yourself if you don’t want to, but make sure to speak up if you’re uncomfortable. We have an Imperial Physician with us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1369,"2026-05-30T07:41:24.511Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","29ab70664fd0f90e39ede8487fb13fb4e05e29701a2b32549c509a88f9dc5734","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-964","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-962",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]