Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

043 I haven’t thought of a title yet

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Through the exquisitely carved window lattices of Suiyuxuan, the sunlight falls on the bluestone ground, creating mottled light and shadows.

Yinzhen had just returned from the court, and his fatigue seemed to be slightly relieved by the soft light.

He walked hurriedly through the corridor and headed straight for Shuiyuxuan.

Today, he was less solemn than before, and his face was filled with a rare sense of ease and joy.

Zhen Huan had been waiting in the hall. When she saw Yinzhen come in, a gentle smile appeared on her face.

She turned around and ordered the small kitchen beside her: "Go and serve all the delicacies I prepared. The emperor must be hungry today."

As soon as Yinzhen sat down, he spoke anxiously: "Hanhuan, my stomach is growling with hunger." As he spoke, he stroked his abdomen gently, as if he was really hungry.

Zhen Huan couldn't help but chuckle when she heard this: "Is it really that exaggerated? Eunuch Su has always been considerate and thoughtful, how could he let you go hungry?"

Yinzhen sighed and shook his head slightly: "The court affairs were busy today, and I forgot to eat. In addition, I hurried to Suiyuxuan, so I am indeed a little hungry."

After hearing this, Zhen Huan couldn't help feeling a little pity.

She walked to Yinzhen and gently poured him a cup of hot tea: "Your Majesty, please have a sip of tea to warm your stomach first. The delicious food will be served soon."

A moment later, palace maids from the small kitchen came in one after another and carefully placed plates of colorful and fragrant delicacies on the table.

Yinzhen gazed at the feast of delicious food in front of him, a look of satisfaction in his eyes.

He gently picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of tempting braised pork, and chewed it carefully.

Zhen Huan sat aside, looking at the joy on Yinzhen's face that was hard to conceal, and couldn't help but ask softly: "I see that the emperor is in a very good mood today, is there any good news?"

Yinzhen smiled and responded: "Huanhuan is really thoughtful. Yes, it is precisely because of the frequent victories in the southwest war and Nian Gengyao's bravery and skill in fighting that he successfully recovered Anzhao, Youbing and the six states."

Zhen Huan heard this and smiled happily, "Your Majesty is wise and brave, and you won a victory thousands of miles away. It is a blessing for the country. I will use tea instead of wine to congratulate Your Majesty."

Yinzhen smiled and held Zhen Huan's hand, jokingly saying, "Do you think you can avoid the drinking ritual this way?"

Zhen Huan responded with a gentle smile and said softly, "Your Majesty, please don't embarrass me."

Yinzhen began to talk about business, with a hint of guilt and uneasiness in his tone. He slowly said, "Now that we have returned to the Forbidden City, the Mid-Autumn Festival has just passed, and there are many things to do in the palace. I am worried that the Queen's body cannot bear this burden, so I would like to ask Concubine Hua to assist the Queen and share some of the affairs with her. What do you think of this arrangement?"

Zhen Huan kept her usual calm expression, "The Emperor's proposal is for the Empress's consideration, but I wonder what the Empress herself thinks of it?"

Yinzhen was slightly startled, then explained: "I haven't mentioned this to the Queen yet, so I came to ask your opinion first."

Zhen Huan responded lightly: "Your Majesty, you are considerate of the Queen. This arrangement is naturally out of concern for the Queen. I think that as long as the Queen has no objection, then this arrangement is appropriate."

Yinzhen said in a deep voice: "Hua Fei's actions sometimes seem too impatient. I originally intended to cultivate you, but you have only been in the palace for a short time and lack experience. Duan Fei is weak and sickly, and Qi Fei seems mediocre. Only Hua Fei can still help the Queen."

Zhen Huan bit her lip, thought for a moment, and then whispered softly, "The emperor's original intention was good, and Concubine Hua will understand it. However, as soon as the victory news came from the front line, the emperor immediately restored Concubine Hua's power to assist in the six palaces. People with common sense will naturally understand that the emperor is sympathizing with good generals and meritorious officials, but those who do not know the truth may misunderstand that the emperor relied on the power of the Nian family to achieve victory, so he hurriedly reused Concubine Hua to show his winning."

Yinzhen's face darkened when he heard this, but he remained restrained. "How could there be such a rumor?"

Zhen Huan hurriedly said, "It's just the unfounded speculation of those who don't know the truth. Your Majesty, don't take it too seriously."

Zhen Huan noticed that Yinzhen's expression had eased a little, so she continued, "I am worried that if the emperor gives Concubine Hua great power at this moment, General Nian might get carried away, which would be detrimental to the war."

Yinzhen was silent for a long time. Seeing this, Zhen Huan knelt down and said, "I spoke carelessly for a moment and dared to interfere in state affairs. I hope Your Majesty will forgive my mistake."

She bowed her head and knelt on the ground, and Jinxi and others behind her also knelt down.

At this moment, Zhen Huan felt that the Shu Yuxuan was extremely quiet, as if she could even hear the sound of a needle falling to the ground.

Yinzhen gently helped Zhen Huan up and said slowly, "It's okay. I once said that you can participate in political affairs." He then sighed, "I'm afraid that in this palace, except for you, no one dares to analyze the pros and cons with me so frankly."

Zhen Huan said calmly: "What I said today is not out of jealousy towards Concubine Hua, but I sincerely hope that the emperor can think carefully and put aside the decision to restore the power of the empress to assist the six palaces. This move can first calm the outside world's discussions, secondly, it will not damage the emperor's majesty, and thirdly, it will be legitimate to wait until the festival to confer the title, so that the six palaces can celebrate together and share the joy."

Yinzhen stared at Zhen Huan, with a hint of admiration in his eyes. "It's rare that you can think so carefully. This arrangement is good, but it will be more difficult for the Queen."

Zhen Huan smiled and replied, "Your Majesty, don't worry about the Queen. The Queen is already familiar with the affairs of the six palaces. Besides, there is Concubine Jing to assist her. I'm sure nothing will go wrong. Please rest assured, Your Majesty."

"Perhaps this decision should be made after the Lantern Festival," said Yinzhen.

Zhen Huan then picked up a carefully pickled dish with chopsticks, gently placed it in Yinzhen's bowl, and said gently: "Your Majesty, please try this dish, which I specially pickled for you."

Yinzhen tasted it and praised: "You are not only beautiful, but also have superb craftsmanship. I have never fully appreciated your ingenuity before."

To Zhen Huan, these words seemed to have a deeper meaning, but she just smiled and said nothing.

(Yanxi Palace)

- Body Yuan Hall

At this moment, Xia Dongchun's figure seems to be getting more plump, and her steps reveal the steadiness of pregnancy.

Doctor Xu had just carefully examined her pulse and showed a gentle smile on his face: "My lady, your pulse is stable and the fetus is fine."

After hearing this, Xia Dongchun immediately showed a happy smile on his face, as if all his worries had disappeared.

However, Doctor Xu's next words made her feel nervous again.

"It's just..." Doctor Xu paused, seeming to find it difficult to speak.

"Just what? Doctor Xu, please tell me quickly!" Xia Dongchun asked anxiously. She was worried that there was something wrong with the fetus.

Doctor Xu sighed and said slowly, "It's just that you need to control your diet these days. You must not be as greedy as before. You need to have a balanced diet during pregnancy. Eating too much may cause you to gain weight too quickly, which is not good for the fetus or your body. Excessive obesity may increase the difficulty of childbirth."

After hearing this, Xia Dongchun's expression changed slightly, but she quickly adjusted herself and nodded seriously: "I understand, Doctor Xu, I will pay attention to it."

After Doctor Xu left, Xia Dongchun asked Baojuan to go to the small kitchen to prepare some light meals.

However, at this moment, Xia Dongchun suddenly felt uncomfortable, and a warm current seemed to flow out of his lower body.

She was shocked and quickly asked Baoque to call for Doctor Xu.

Fortunately, Doctor Xu did not go far and came back soon.

After a careful examination, he breathed a sigh of relief: "Don't worry, young master, it's just a slight bleeding, but you need to rest well and remember not to overwork yourself."

After hearing this, Xia Dongchun felt a little relieved, but she knew that this was a warning.

She decided to pay more attention to her diet and rest from now on, for the sake of her own and her child's health.