"Your Majesty, why did you come here suddenly today? Is there something wrong?" The Queen spoke, changing the subject.

Yinzhen didn't look at her. He kept fiddling with the string of jadeite glass beads in his hand and said, "Today, I received news that Princess Chaogui had been married to Junggar for only half a month when Yingge Khan died suddenly."

After these words were spoken, the person who was most excited was Concubine Cao.

Concubine Cao was obviously ill and although her tone of voice remained the same as before, one could clearly hear her fatigue.

"Then can the princess return to the court on a chosen day?" Concubine Cao asked.

Yinzhen glanced at her and said, "According to Junggar customs, Princess Chaogui needs to marry a new tribal leader, the new Junggar Khan. So she cannot return to the court."

As soon as these words were spoken, all the concubines who had princesses showed distress on their faces.

Even those who have never given birth would feel humiliated to hear this.

"This humiliation will make it even more difficult for Princess Chaogui to gain a foothold in Junggar. As the princess's mother's family, we can only try our best to provide her with confidence."

Nian Shilan spoke, and the provocative and teasing look on her face disappeared.

Yinzhen looked at her, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly without a trace, "Oh? What do you think?"

Nian Shilan covered her mouth and laughed, "How could I understand the affairs of the court? But since it involves the princess, I can't help but think of Wen Yi. I have always loved that child. If one day Wen Yi is forced to face this situation, I will definitely ask my father and brother to find a few available people to secretly protect the princess. I believe that when Junggar sees the power of the Qing Dynasty, he will not easily disrespect Princess Chaogui."

This speech was spoken very fluently.

However, after saying this, Nian Shilan still felt that it was not enough. However, it was not appropriate to say more at this moment, so she did not mention it anymore.

Yinzhen looked at her with a smile, but Nian Shilan couldn't figure out the meaning of the deep smile in those dark eyes.

Concubine Cao was particularly excited when she heard her words, and she quickly stood up and added, "Your Majesty, I think what Concubine Hua said is very good. After all, the princess is just a weak woman and she is thousands of miles away."

But before she could finish her words, Yinzhen raised his hand to interrupt her.

Yinzhen asked Concubine Cao to sit down, and he looked at Nian Shilan the whole time, and said with a smile, "You said it very well. It hits the nail on the head. I have the same idea. I'm just still hesitating about the choice."

As soon as these words were spoken, the queen frowned without leaving any trace.

The Nian family has already made a contribution once. If they make another contribution, I am afraid that one day, the position of queen may change hands.

But she didn't expect that.

Nian Shilan's answer was surprising.

"I heard that there is a General Li in the Cavalry Battalion who is kind and friendly. I think he may have a suitable candidate to introduce to the emperor. However, these are just my guesses. The specific decision will depend on the emperor's decision."

It was common knowledge that Commander Li of the Cavalry Battalion had always been at odds with Nian Gengyao.

Obviously, Yinzhen was also very surprised that Nian Shilan recommended Commander Li.

His original guess was that Nian Shilan would most likely recommend Nian Fu's son.

He just looked at Nian Shilan. Her eyes were clear and bright, and she was wearing a gorgeous purple dress that matched her elegance very well.

"This color dress is nice, but I remember that this piece of fabric was given to you by me last year. Although it still looks good this year,

It looks a bit old-fashioned, I will ask the Ministry of Internal Affairs to make a few more for you later."

Yinzhen spoke slowly.

Looking at Nian Shilan, he recalled the wonderful night last night and reminisced about it.

He had never realized that his Concubine Hua could be so charming and alluring, and also so sensible and proper.

It is undeniable that a certain decision in his heart was somewhat shaken.

Nian Shilan thanked the emperor with a smile.

"Sister Hua Fei is blessed with divine beauty, which is truly enviable. Now the whole palace is waiting for the good news from your belly." The Queen smiled gracefully.

The smile on Nian Shilan’s face froze.

The Queen knew clearly that she would not survive but she did this to anger her.

Nian Shilan sighed, a trace of sadness on her face, "My body is not doing well, I don't know when I can let the queen hear the so-called good news. I only hope to stay by the emperor's side in this life, nothing else."

Her show of weakness this time puzzled the Queen and even Concubine Qi was bewildered.

Is this still the same Concubine Hua?

The emperor coughed, obviously not wanting to continue this topic, and interrupted, "You are thoughtful. Just now, when Concubine Cai mentioned Wen Yi, I just remembered that I haven't seen her for a long time."

Concubine Cao stood up and coughed a few times uncontrollably before answering.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me. I have been feeling unwell recently and have been ill, so I seldom take the princess out for a walk."

He answered with this sentence and couldn't help coughing in the middle.

I think he is really seriously ill.

The Queen frowned, "What did the doctor say?"

Concubine Cao shook her head. "The imperial physician only said that it was due to internal and external weakness. He is already stepping up the treatment. I'm afraid it will take some time for him to recover."

"Lady Cao is so pitiful. I had someone send me a lot of supplements a few days ago. Did they help you?" Nian Shilan said.

Concubine Cao replied, "Thank you, Madam Hua, for your concern. I have already used it. The tonic is very good."

Nian Shilan smiled politely, "That's good. I'll have someone send some more over so you can keep using them."

"Concubine Hua is thoughtful, but since Noble Lady Cao is ill, you should pay more attention to her on a daily basis. Wen Yi is still young and needs more careful care." Yinzhen said slowly.

"Yes." Concubine Cao replied.

Suddenly, Nian Shilan said in a serious tone, "It's just that Concubine Cao's illness came on suddenly, and there were no signs. The princess is a precious girl, what will happen if she gets sick? I think we can entrust her to someone else to take care of her for a while, and then send her back when Concubine Cao gets better."

Yinzhen thought about it and felt it was a good idea, but he asked, "Who is suitable to take care of the princess?"

The Queen raised her eyebrows and said, "I think the princess is young, and it is very appropriate to have the care of the imperial physician and servants. I just don't know if she will be unhappy if she leaves Concubine Cao."

This move really made Yinzhen waver in his thoughts.

It was obvious that Concubine Cao did not want the princess to be fostered by someone else.

Seeing the change in the situation, Nian Shilan immediately said, "Although Wen Yi is young, she is not an unreasonable child. As long as we explain it to the princess, I believe the princess will understand the emperor's painstaking efforts. The servants and the imperial doctors are not as attentive as the concubines. I am afraid that my clumsy hands will delay the princess."

"Besides, there are many respected concubines in the palace. I think Concubine Jing is a good choice. Concubine Duan is now in good health and can take care of the princess."

After he finished speaking, Concubine Jing, who was suddenly mentioned, looked a little unnatural.

She was suddenly asked to raise Concubine Cao's child, and no one knew what Nian Shi Lan'an was thinking.

If anything happened to the princess, she would be the first person to be held accountable.

So she immediately said, "Your Majesty, I have never given birth and I am also clumsy and stupid. I am afraid I will not be able to take good care of the princess."

She looked embarrassed and politely declined.

This was also what Nian Shilan expected.

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