Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

127 Dumbhead vs. Complex Mind

(Shoukang Palace)

When Shen Meizhuang was carefully serving the Queen Mother medicine, Zhen Huan walked in lightly. A strong smell of medicine immediately filled the air, making her feel a little uncomfortable.

She secretly endured the discomfort and walked slowly towards the inner room.

"Your servant pays homage to the Queen Mother and prays for her good health and longevity." Zhen Huan bowed slightly to show her respect.

"Forget it, get up. Since you are pregnant, there is no need to go through all these formalities. Just sit down." Wu Ya Chengbi said gently.

"I am eternally grateful for the grace of the Queen Mother." Zhen Huan slowly sat down with the help of Jin Xi.

"I haven't seen you for a long time. Today I specially called you here to chat with me." Wu Ya Chengbi said with a smile.

"Your servant is all ears and would like to hear the Queen Mother's golden words." Zhen Huan responded respectfully.

"Empress Dowager, the medicine seems to have cooled down a little. Please allow me to warm it up for you." Shen Meizhuang interrupted at the right time.

Shen Meizhuang quietly retreated from the Empress Dowager's side with extremely gentle steps, each step revealing her delicacy and gentleness. She then turned around and went to the side hall to warm up the medicine.

The Empress Dowager Wu Ya Chengbi's gaze briefly followed her back, and then turned gently to Zhen Huan, with a faint smile inadvertently appearing at the corner of her mouth, and that smile seemed to contain deep meaning.

"How have you been lately? Is the baby in your belly safe and sound?" Wu Ya Chengbi's words were full of concern.

Zhen Huan gently stroked her belly, which had not yet shown any signs of pregnancy, with a hint of tenderness and determination in her eyes, "Replying to the Queen Mother, I am fine, and the fetus is also very well-behaved, without any discomfort. Thank you for your concern, Queen Mother."

Wu Ya Chengbi nodded slightly, as if she was quite satisfied with Zhen Huan's answer, and seemed to be deep in thought. "I am relieved that you can do this. There are many disputes in the harem. You need to be more careful."

Zhen Huan heard this, her expression slightly restrained, and her tone revealed a hint of caution, "I will be careful in my words and actions, and live up to the expectations of the Queen Mother and the Emperor."

"I once heard the Queen praise your outstanding abilities. I was skeptical at first, but after seeing you today, I find that what the Queen said is true." Wu Ya Chengbi praised.

Zhen Huan responded modestly: "It is all thanks to the careful guidance of the Queen. I am just doing my best to assist. How dare I think I have made great achievements?"

At this moment, Shen Meizhuang had returned with a bowl of moderately warm medicine in her hand. The aroma of the medicine and the curling hot air intertwined and filled the entire inner room again.

She respectfully handed the bowl of medicine to Wu Ya Chengbi, who took a sip and nodded with satisfaction.

"Mei'er, you have always been very considerate. It is my luck to have you by my side. It also makes me feel at ease." The Queen Mother's words were full of admiration and love for Shen Meizhuang.

Upon hearing this, Shen Meizhuang just smiled modestly and said softly, "Your Majesty, you are overpraising me. I am just doing my duty and doing my best."

"However, I still hope that you can pay more attention to the emperor, give birth to an heir to the royal family as soon as possible. By then, I would like to name your child myself and have high hopes for him." Wu Ya Chengbi changed the subject and expressed her expectations.

After Shen Meizhuang heard this, her face remained calm and she nodded gently, saying, "What the Queen Mother said is absolutely right. I will do my best."

Zhen Huan, who was standing by, was watching this scene quietly, thinking to herself.

She knew very well that the importance of offspring in the harem was self-evident, and she also understood the Queen Mother's high expectations for Shen Meizhuang.

But she knew that Shen Meizhuang was not interested in these topics, so she spoke gently and skillfully shifted the focus of the topic: "Empress Dowager, I have had the honor of reading a Buddhist scripture recently, and I have gained a lot of insights. I wonder if Your Majesty is interested in it. I would like to hear more about it."

When the Queen Mother heard this, a hint of curiosity and interest flashed in her eyes. She asked softly, "Oh? What kind of Buddhist scripture can give you such a deep understanding? Why not tell me about it?"

Then, Zhen Huan slowly spoke about the wisdom and virtues in the Buddhist scriptures in a soft and clear tone.

Her words were full of a profound understanding and reverence for Buddhist principles, while also cleverly incorporating respect and admiration for the Queen Mother.

Wu Ya Chengbi listened with great interest, nodding in praise from time to time. She was obviously moved by Zhen Huan's story, and the distance between them was quietly shortened in the process.

As the conversation between Zhen Huan and the Queen Mother deepened, the scenery outside the window also changed quietly.

The sun is no longer as scorching as it was at noon, but gradually sets in the west, casting a soft and warm glow, covering this quiet afternoon with a layer of warm and peaceful veil.

Inside the room, the two people were either talking in whispers or smiling at each other. The atmosphere was harmonious and friendly, as if even time had slowed down at this moment, making people intoxicated.

(Yanxi Palace)

Yixingxuan.

Chunyi pouted her lips and said with a smile: "Sister Shu's craftsmanship is really exquisite. Every time she visits, she always brings me a wide variety of handmade products. I am really grateful and guilty at the same time."

"Sister Zhen is too modest," Mu Wanrou responded gently, "It's just that we are both pregnant now. I have a poor appetite during pregnancy, so I thought maybe Sister Zhen would be picky, so I prepared some extra small things as a way of showing my concern and care for Sister Zhen."

Chunyi's pregnancy has quietly entered its sixth month, just in time for the turn of midsummer.

This year's scorching heat seems to have come later than usual. The weather is not too hot, but rather a bit more pleasant.

Each palace was stocked with ice for the concubines to cool down and dispel the boredom of the hot summer.

"Look at you, you are only two months pregnant. You need to rest more, lest anything goes wrong. If the emperor knows about it, he will be very distressed." Chunyi advised with concern.

Mu Wanrou thought to herself, "Really? If he really misses me so much, why hasn't he stepped into my palace to give me some comfort?"

Her thoughts drifted away gently, with a hint of barely perceptible loneliness.

Chunyi naturally did not notice the subtle emotions in Mu Wanrou's heart, and still maintained that bright smile, "The emperor specifically mentioned a few days ago that he wanted to find a master chef who is proficient in various cuisines. Do you think the emperor has a special preference for me?"

Her words were full of satisfaction and joy at this favor.

Hearing this, Mu Wanrou forced a gentle smile and responded softly: "Yes, my sister has a lively and cheerful personality, and is innocent. The emperor naturally likes her."

After saying this, she looked at the sky and said softly, "It's getting late. I should return to my palace. I will take my leave today."

"Okay, let's go quickly. It's getting cold on the road late." Chunyi agreed, while still putting the delicious food into her mouth, enjoying this simple happiness.