Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

045 Fu Cha is pregnant

(Jingren Palace)

At this moment, Yizheng was sitting on the couch, his face full of disappointment. Jianqiu couldn't bear to see this, so she comforted him softly, "Your Majesty, according to Doctor Xu, the reason why Zichangzai suffered this disaster was because she took too much nourishing food during pregnancy, which caused the fetus to be too large, and eventually led to the tragedy of one corpse and two lives."

Hearing this, Yixiu felt deeply regretful. If she had chosen another way, perhaps she would not have ended up in this situation today, and even the innocent child could not be saved.

"Perhaps I was wrong in this matter." Yixiu sighed.

"Your Majesty, you don't have to blame yourself so much. Zichang was unlucky not to give birth to a prince. It has nothing to do with you." Jianqiu gently rubbed Yixiu's temples and comforted her softly.

Yixiu gently patted the back of Jianqiu's hand, her voice revealing a bit of sadness: "When I see the unborn child, I will think of my eldest prince Honghui..."

"My queen..." Jianqiu called softly, with a hint of worry in her eyes.

"So, what does the emperor think about this?" Yixiu asked, as if trying to change the subject.

"The Emperor only instructed us to properly appease Concubine Zi's family, and he did not give any other instructions." Jianqiu answered truthfully.

Yixiu didn't say much after listening to it. She could foresee that, after all, the emperor's attitude towards Zi Changzai was indifferent and he didn't pay too much attention to her.

(Smashed Jade Pavilion)

Under Yinzhen's order, An Lingrong moved to Suiyuxuan, nominally so that she could have a companion with Zhen Huan, but actually so that she could take care of her pregnancy and ensure the safety of mother and child.

At this moment, while she was chatting with Zhen Huan, An Lingrong said with emotion: "Sister, Zi Changzai's fate is really unfortunate. She carried the baby for ten months, but when she was about to give birth..."

Zhen Huan gently comforted him: "The world is unpredictable. Perhaps that is why the Emperor arranged for you to move to my Suiyuxuan. I hope everything will be safe and smooth for us. After you move in, we can take care of each other and support each other."

"Sister, Concubine Chun once mentioned to me that she intended to move back to Sui Yuxuan, but the Queen resolutely rejected her." An Lingrong said.

When Zhen Huan recalled the time when she pretended to be sick and Chun'er visited her frequently, she couldn't help feeling a little emotional. It was because of her "illness" that Chun'er was forced to move away.

She sighed softly and said, "If she really wants to come back, I can go and ask for the emperor's grace, but if I do so, I'm afraid Sui Yu Xuan will attract too much attention and become the focus of everyone's attention."

Shen Meizhuang walked in at this moment and said with a smile: "What are you two sisters whispering about? Why not share it with me?"

When Zhen Huan saw Shen Meizhuang, her eyes immediately lit up and she called out enthusiastically, "Sister Mei."

An Lingrong also bowed respectfully: "Hello, Sister Mei."

Shen Meizhuang looked at An Lingrong gently: "Sister An, you are pregnant now, so don't stand anymore, sit down quickly."

She went on to say, "I specially asked Caiyue to make some lotus root powder and osmanthus sugar cakes. I know you like them, so I sent them over. Of course, there are also rose milk cakes that you like, Lingrong."

As Shen Meizhuang finished speaking, Caiyue had already placed the exquisite pastries one by one on the rosewood table.

"Sister Mei, you are so considerate that you even remember my taste so clearly." An Lingrong said gratefully.

Shen Meizhuang smiled slightly and continued, "You and Huan'er are like sisters to me, so I will naturally miss you."

She paused and continued, "I've also heard about what happened to Zi Changzai. It's really a pity."

Zhen Huan nodded, "Yes, that's why I always remind Lingrong to be careful. Fortunately, Doctor Wen is here, and all the diets are matched according to his suggestions to ensure balanced nutrition."

Shen Meizhuang looked at Zhen Huan with admiration: "You have always been the most careful and attentive. I really can't compare to you in this respect."

"I heard that sister has been going to the Empress Dowager's palace to keep her company recently?" Zhen Huan asked softly.

Shen Meizhuang smiled slightly and said, "Yes, the Queen Mother likes me, and I am happy to keep her company. It is more peaceful there, without all the disturbances in the palace."

An Lingrong interrupted, "Sister Mei seems to have met with the Emperor less frequently these days."

Shen Meizhuang responded calmly: "With the two of you by the emperor's side, I am also happy to be free and at ease."

Zhen Huan observed Shen Meizhuang's expression and seemed to have sensed something, but was not sure, so she tactfully advised: "Sister, even if you don't consider yourself, you have to think more about your family."

Shen Meizhuang nodded to show that she understood, but then changed the subject: "It's getting late, I should go to pay my respects to the Empress Dowager." Obviously, she didn't want to talk too much about topics related to Yinzhen.

"Sister Mei, take care." Zhen Huan saw her to the door.

When Shen Meizhuang walked out of Suiyuxuan, she happened to meet Wen Shichu who came to pay his respects.

She nodded as a greeting, but her heart was filled with joy because of this unexpected encounter.

-

The next morning, the sun shone on the glazed tiles of the imperial palace, and Zhen Huan and An Lingrong went to Jingren Palace to pay their respects.

On the way, they happened to meet Shen Meizhuang. The three of them smiled at each other and decided to travel together.

They walked side by side along the long street of the palace, talking in whispers and enjoying this rare moment of peace and quiet.

(Jingren Palace)

Zhen Huan, An Lingrong, Shen Meizhuang, Concubine Qi and Concubine Jing all arrived at Jingren Palace on time, but Concubine Hua's seat was empty.

The queen's face did not show much emotion, she just greeted each concubine with a smile.

"I have just received a batch of the best pre-rain Longjing tea, and I brought it here specially to share with you all today." Yixiu said gently, motioning Huichun beside her to pour tea for the concubines.

Concubine Qi gently picked up the teacup, took a sip, and praised: "Thank you, Queen, this tea is really fragrant and sweet."

After hearing this, Yixiu's eyes flashed with satisfaction, and she responded gently: "As long as you like it, I still have some in stock. You can bring some back later and let the Third Prince have a taste."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Qi showed joy on her face and quickly bowed and said, "Thank you very much, Queen, for your kindness."

At this moment, Concubine Hua arrived late. Her hair was covered with pearls and jade, and she was wearing a rose-red cheongsam, which made her already fair skin look even more delicate.

She walked into Jingren Palace with an air of dignity, yet her tone revealed a hint of disdain.

"I'm sorry I'm late, please forgive me, Your Majesty." There was no trace of apology in Hua Fei's words.

Yixiu didn't look up, but just said lightly: "Sit down." She didn't want to argue too much with Concubine Hua.

After Hua Fei sat down, her eyes swept over the tea on the table. She picked up a cup, sniffed it gently, and then frowned, "Your Majesty, this tea must have been stored for a long time. Why does it smell moldy?" As she spoke, she deliberately covered her mouth and nose to show her dissatisfaction.

Yixiu smiled slightly and responded calmly: "The tea is good, but the people who taste it are different. Maybe in my sister's eyes, any tea can have different flavors." Her words were full of profound meaning that was hard to understand.

-

At this moment, Fu Cha Peiyun suddenly vomited, which attracted everyone's attention.

Yixiu asked with concern: "Noble Lady Fucha, what's wrong with you? Did you eat something bad?"

Fu Cha Peiyun's maid Sang'er happily answered: "To answer the Queen, my young lady didn't eat something bad, but she is pregnant!"

When Fu Cha Peiyun heard the maid's words, although she was happy in her heart, she still pretended to be reserved and smiled, saying lightly, "Don't talk nonsense."

When Concubine Hua heard this, she immediately asked curiously, "Is it true? Has the imperial physician gone to see him?"

Fu Cha Peiyun raised her head and replied, "Doctor Xu, Doctor Lin, and Doctor Wen have all come to see me. I don't want to be framed like Concubine An."

Her words revealed her contempt for An Lingrong's previous experience, and she also hinted that the news of her pregnancy had been confirmed by many imperial doctors.

When Concubine Hua heard this, her expression became obviously unnatural. She rolled her eyes, seeming dissatisfied with Fu Cha Peiyun's showing off.

However, she did not get angry, but just turned in a different direction silently.