After I killed him for 9,000 years, he was reborn.

"Fang Ruo, have someone go to the small kitchen and prepare a few more dishes, including the steamed duck with taro and crispy pork with cherries that the emperor likes. The emperor will come over for lunch today."

Concubine Yun, who was not much younger than Emperor Jiade, did seem a little old in front of the new batch of fresh and young girls who poured into the harem every year.

In recent years, Emperor Jiade had more trust and affection for Concubine Yun, but she rarely received his favor. More often, Emperor Jiade would come over to sit with her and have a meal when he had something to do, and reminisce about the beautiful days of their youth.

Today, Emperor Jiade suddenly sent someone to Zhongcui Palace to say that he would come over for lunch. Concubine Yun was a little surprised and hurriedly ordered the small kitchen and the imperial kitchen to prepare. At the same time, she was still thinking in her heart that the emperor, who had not come for a while, suddenly came to Zhongcui Palace. She was afraid that he had something important to tell her.

After thinking it over and over and finding no clue, Concubine Yun simply put the matter aside. After all, Emperor Jiade would be here soon and the mystery would be solved.

…………

They neither talked while eating nor spoke while sleeping. Emperor Jiade and Concubine Yun had lunch in a relatively harmonious atmosphere. They were sitting opposite each other with a cup of tea and chatting to help digest their food.

"How is Concubine Yun these days?

I have been busy with government affairs recently, and I haven't been to the harem for a while. I wonder how my beloved concubine is doing these days, and whether there is anything going on in the palace?"

“In reply to the emperor, please rest assured that everything is fine in the palace.

Concubine Lu has been pregnant for more than 7 months. The imperial physician said that the fetus is fine and judging by the pulse, it is most likely a little prince.

I, your humble servant, would like to congratulate His Majesty in advance on the birth of his precious son."

Concubine Yun, who had been in a good mood recently, took the initiative to mention Concubine Lu.

Concubine Lu is the younger sister of Lu Fuyin in Yuanjing City. She has a gentle appearance and is intelligent. She is cautious and low-key in the harem. She is not particularly favored, but she still has some face in front of the emperor.

The relationship continued like this for many years, and two princesses were born. The emperor felt that the former Noble Lady Lu, now Concubine Lu, had made great contributions to the pregnancy, and had been conscientious in fulfilling her duties in the palace for many years. She was also knowledgeable and sensible, so she was promoted to Concubine Lu four years ago.

Concubine Lu has been in the palace for many years and has a good relationship with people. At least the current big boss of the harem, Concubine Yun, is willing to lend a hand to her. After all, the emperor's favor is limited, and if she shares it with others, she will have less for herself. Concubine Yun's behavior is already very precious.

Concubine Yun had lost the emperor's favor in her early years, so who the emperor liked had no bearing on her. In addition, Concubine Yun had no children, so it would not make much difference to her who ascended the throne in the future.

Therefore, in the harem, Concubine Yun was more at ease than the three previous queens. When she wanted to win over someone, she considered more about her own preferences and interests rather than interests.

The emperor has always been aware of this situation and is happy to see it happen.

Emperor Jiade had a good impression of Concubine Lu to begin with, and since Concubine Yun had mentioned it on her own initiative, Emperor Jiade simply waved his hand and said, "Come here, Concubine Lu has made great contributions to pregnancy, and she will be rewarded handsomely. By the way, ask the people at the Imperial Hospital to make preparations and make sure Concubine Lu gives birth to a prince safely..."

"Your Majesty, rest assured. The imperial physician goes to check Concubine Lu's pulse every day. Concubine Lu is in good health. Both mother and child will be safe."

"Okay, okay, I will leave the harem to Concubine Yun. I am very relieved. Concubine Yun will also receive a reward..."