After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

In the days that followed, the years flowed peacefully like flowing water, and the rotation of seasons seemed unable to take away the heaviness and tranquility of the palace. Time passed quickly, and the autumn was gone. With the falling of a leaf, the earth quietly put on a silver winter coat. In the sky, snowflakes fluttered like catkins, quietly covering the entire palace. This was the first heavy snow since the beginning of winter this year.

Wen Chongyi's belly was bulging, heralding the arrival of a new life. Her face was filled with the glow of motherhood, but she couldn't hide her nervousness and anticipation for the upcoming birth. Zheng Xiyan had been ordering people to keep an eye on Zhong Huagong's every move.

On this day, all the palaces came to pay their respects. Concubine Zhao had already resumed her position as a concubine, but she did not show off because of this. Instead, she became more low-key and humble. She wore a simple and elegant long dress, and her behavior revealed a calm temperament.

When everyone walked into the hall, they saw Zheng Xiyan sitting on the phoenix throne. She was wearing a bright yellow queen's dress, which was embroidered with a lifelike phoenix pattern, highlighting her noble status. She had a faint smile on her face, but her eyes revealed an unquestionable majesty.

"Your humble concubine/your humble concubine pays respect to Her Majesty the Queen, may Your Majesty be blessed with good health and happiness."

Zheng Xiyan said, "No need to be polite, just sit down!"

"Thank you, Queen."

After everyone was seated, Zheng Xiyan said, "It is the coldest time of the year in winter, and the weather is cold, making it inconvenient to walk on the road. I understand everyone, and from today on, you don't have to come to pay your respects anymore." Her voice was soft and firm, as if it had a magical power that made everyone present feel at ease.

"Thank you, Her Majesty, for your consideration," Xu Chongyuan stood up first and said respectfully, "We are grateful." Her voice was full of gratitude.

Everyone stood up and bowed to Zheng Xiyan to express their gratitude. The atmosphere in the hall was harmonious and peaceful, as if even the falling snowflakes were moved.

In the days that followed, life in the palace became increasingly peaceful. As Wen Chongyi's due date approached, Zhonghua Palace was enveloped in a tense and expectant atmosphere. The palace servants were busy and orderly preparing various items to ensure that everything would go smoothly for the arrival of the new life.

Although Zheng Xiyan looked calm on the surface, she was worried in her heart. There must not be any accidents with Wen Chongyi's pregnancy.

On this day, Empress Zheng Xiyan personally walked through the snow to visit Wen Chongyi at Zhonghua Palace. The snowflakes, illuminated by the palace lanterns, sparkled with glittering light, as if adding a bit of solemnity and mystery to this special journey.

Walking into Zhonghua Palace, the warmth hits you in the face, in stark contrast to the ice and snow outside. Wen Chongyi is lying quietly on the bed at this moment, her face is slightly pale, but her eyes are shining with maternal tenderness and expectation. Seeing the Queen coming in, she wants to struggle to stand up and salute, but is stopped by Zheng Xiyan in time.

"Don't be so polite. You feel heavy now, so just lie down." Zheng Xiyan's voice was full of care. She gently pressed Wen Chongyi's shoulders and let her lie down with peace of mind.

Wen Chongyi nodded slightly, with a look of gratitude on her face, "Thank you, Queen."

Zheng Xiyan sat on the bed, staring at Wen Chongyi's belly, with a glimmer of anticipation and joy in her eyes, "I think it will be a few days soon, you should rest well these few days, conserve your energy, and give birth to a prince for His Majesty as soon as possible, this is the most important thing."

Wen Chongyi nodded slightly after hearing this, with a hint of a smile on her face, "I understand, I will definitely do my best."

Zheng Xiyan comforted him again: "Don't be afraid, there are the best midwives and imperial doctors in the palace. They are experienced and will definitely keep you and your baby safe." Her words were like a spring breeze, which dissipated a lot of the tension and worry in Wen Chongyi's heart.

Wen Chongyi nodded again, with a firm light in her eyes, "Yes, I believe in you, Your Majesty."

The two chatted about some family matters, and then Zheng Xiyan got up and left Zhonghua Palace.

A few days later, heavy snow fell, and the entire palace was shrouded in a blanket of white. Zheng Xiyan sat by the stove, holding a cup of hot tea in her hand. The aroma of the tea was lingering, but it could not dispel the worries in her heart. Her eyes passed through the falling snowflakes and drifted involuntarily towards the direction of Zhonghua Palace.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the tranquility of the palace, like a gust of wind in the cold winter. Zheng Xiyan looked up and saw Biluo hurriedly walked in, with an unprecedented nervousness and anxiety on her face. Zheng Xiyan's heart moved, and she quickly stood up and asked, "What are you so anxious about?"

Biluo took a deep breath, trying to calm her breathing, and then quickly said: "Reporting to the Queen, there is news from Zhonghua Palace that Wen Chongyi is about to give birth."

Zheng Xiyan kept a calm face when she heard this, but she felt an indescribable tension and expectation in her heart. She quickly ordered, "Quick, follow me to Zhonghua Palace to take a look."

Surrounded by palace servants, Zheng Xiyan hurried to Zhonghua Palace. Along the way, snowflakes fell one after another, as if adding a bit of mystery and solemnity to the upcoming new life.

When they arrived at Zhonghua Palace, the midwife's encouraging voice could be heard from the bedroom: "My queen, push harder, my queen, push harder!" Her voice was full of determination and encouragement. Zheng Xiyan walked into the main hall and saw the imperial physician standing by, nervously observing Wen Chongyi's condition. When he saw Zheng Xiyan coming in, he quickly bowed and said, "Greetings to the queen."

Zheng Xiyan nodded and asked anxiously, "How is Wen Chongyi?"

The imperial physician replied, "Don't worry, your majesty. The fetus is in the right position, and with us here, both mother and child will be safe."

Zheng Xiyan was slightly relieved, but her worries were not reduced at all. She asked again, "Have you sent someone to inform His Majesty and the Queen Mother?"

The imperial physician replied, "I have sent someone. Your Majesty and the Queen Mother are on their way to Zhonghua Palace."

Zheng Xiyan nodded, indicating that she understood. She walked to the window and looked into the distance through the falling snow.

Soon, the emperor and the empress dowager hurried to Zhonghua Palace. The emperor's face was full of anxiety and expectation, while the empress dowager's face was full of kindness and concern.

"Greetings to His Majesty, and to the Queen Mother."

"No need to be polite, Queen."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The midwife in the bedroom encouraged, "My queen, push harder, the little prince will be out soon."

Suddenly, a loud cry broke the silence of the bedroom, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief. The midwife came out holding the baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, her face full of joy: "Congratulations, Your Majesty, the Queen Mother, and the Queen Mother, it's a prince, and both mother and child are safe!"