I died tragically in my previous life, and I want to be an empress in my next life

Pei Zhiyan took a few quick steps and caught up with Zhao Wanru, and the two walked side by side.

"Crown Princess, you must carefully select supporting roles before you perform next time." Pei Zhiyan's voice was emotionless, cold and distant.

Zhao Wanru's expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure and said in a puzzled tone, "I don't quite understand what Princess Jing said."

Pei Zhiyan smiled lightly, with a hint of coldness in her eyes, "The Crown Princess has no sisters, so naturally she doesn't understand what sisterly love is. You fell twice in the same place, and you still don't learn your lesson?"

She said as she quickened her pace and walked away from her.

"You!" Zhao Wanru was angry in her heart, but she also understood a little bit of what Pei Zhiyan meant.

This Pei Zhixuan! At the end of today's commotion, Pei Zhiyan was not in any trouble at all. Last time at the Queen Mother's birthday banquet, it was she who instigated me to deal with Pei Zhiyan. This time, it was also she who instigated me to do it. On the surface, she was on good terms with me, but in fact, she was playing me in the palm of her hand.

If she hadn't come up with this idea today, she would never have thought of treating Pei Zhiyan like this.

If I don't throw dirty water on her this time, Pei Zhiyan will hate me, and she will kill someone with a borrowed knife!

Zhao Wanru twisted the handkerchief in her hand angrily and glared at Pei Zhixuan with flaming eyes.

Pei Zhixuan was feeling uneasy. She nervously clutched the handkerchief in her hand, not knowing what to do.

Just at this moment, Pei Zhiyan turned around and shouted, "Sister, hurry up, the prince is waiting anxiously."

"Yes, I'm coming." Pei Zhixuan responded softly, carefully walked past Zhao Wanru and walked towards Pei Zhiyan.

Pei Zhiyan stood beside the carriage, lowered her head to straighten Pei Zhixuan's collar, and said in a light tone, "Sister, you must remember that in the past, your surname was Pei, but now, you belong to Prince Jing's Mansion!"

"You can't do anything that would harm the interests of Prince Jing's Mansion!"

Pei Zhixuan's heart trembled, and she responded in a low voice, "Sister, you know it in your heart."

On the second day after the Cuju game, Lin Xiaoyu went to the training ground to practice Cuju with Xuanyuan Ping.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!" Lin Xiaoyu said respectfully.

"Mr. Lin, please don't be polite!" Xuanyuan Ping smiled slightly, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes, "Please follow me."

As he said that, he turned and walked to the center of the Cuju field to personally instruct Lin Xiaoyu in practicing Cuju. Although Lin Xiaoyu was playful, he had a passion for Cuju. He carefully imitated Xuanyuan Ping's movements, sometimes using too much force, sometimes not enough, which made Xuanyuan Ping laugh.

"Mr. Lin, the key to Cuju is to move your mind as you wish and use moderate strength." Xuanyuan Ping patiently instructed, "You need to feel the rhythm of Cuju with your heart and become one with the ball."

Lin Xiaoyu remained silent after hearing this. He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and tried to feel the rhythm of Cuju. Suddenly, he opened his eyes and kicked the ball into the air. The ball drew a perfect arc in the air and landed accurately in the opponent's goal.

"Good shot!" Xuanyuan Ping clapped his hands in praise, "Mr. Lin, you already have a talent for Cuju."

From then on, Lin Xiaoyu officially joined Xuanyuan Ping's Cuju team and often went in and out of the training ground to practice Cuju. Xuanyuan Ping felt relieved and was tied together with the General's Mansion.

Lin Xiaoyu may look like a dandy young man, but he actually represents the General's Mansion. Xuanyuan Ping doesn't dare to neglect him at all.

However, Lin Xiaoyu was a playful person after all. He only played Cuju for three days and rested for two days. After persisting for a few days, he became lax again. Only when he was in the mood, he would go to the training ground to practice.

Ever since returning from the Cuju field last time, Pei Zhixuan has been deliberately avoiding Pei Zhiyan.

Although the matter of that minor official had nothing to do with Pei Zhiyan in the end, what Pei Zhiyan said to her before getting on the carriage showed that she must have realized that she was conspiring with Zhao Wanru.

However, a few days later, when Pei Zhixuan saw that Pei Zhiyan did not pursue the incident that day, she became proud again. After all, she had no evidence. Could it be that she would drag the Crown Princess to confront her?

Even if she brought the Crown Princess here, would the Crown Princess admit it?

Xuanyuan Ping has been in a good mood these days. Whenever he has time, he goes to Yuxiangxie and even stays there every day. This makes Pei Zhixuan's tail rise again.

At lunch time that day, Xiao Cui had just brought a plate of steamed sea bass. When Pei Zhixuan smelled the fishy odor, she suddenly felt nauseous and then vomited.

Xiao Cui was horrified. She stepped forward and stroked Pei Zhixuan's back, while asking another maid to bring her mouthwash.

Xiao Cui carefully helped Pei Zhixuan rinse her mouth and wiped the sweat off her forehead. When Pei Zhixuan felt better, Xiao Cui asked, "Concubine, what happened to you? Did you have an upset stomach?"

Pei Zhixuan shook her head, feeling very confused. She didn't know why she suddenly vomited, after all, she didn't eat much just now.

Mother Xu also walked in at this time. After hearing what Xiao Cui said and seeing Pei Zhixuan's appearance, she couldn't help but feel happy. Could it be that the concubine was pregnant? This thought made her excited instantly.

She asked tentatively, "Concubine, have you felt unwell recently? Or do you have any special symptoms?"

Pei Zhixuan frowned slightly. She thought about it and suddenly her eyes lit up. "That's right! I've been feeling a little tired lately, and... and my period has been late for a while."

"Concubine, are you pregnant?" Mother Xu was startled when she heard this, and then a look of surprise appeared on her face.

"Quick, go and get the court doctor."

The little maid next to her responded and ran out quickly.

The court doctor arrived soon and took Pei Zhixuan's pulse.

Pei Zhixuan lay quietly on the bed, her face pale, with a hint of barely perceptible tension in her eyes. Mother Xu stood by the bed, clasped her hands together, and prayed silently in her heart.

Xiao Cui and the other maids stood nervously by the side, their breathing became cautious, for fear of disturbing the doctor's diagnosis. The atmosphere in the whole room froze, only the doctor's fingers gently slid across Pei Zhixuan's wrist.

After a long while, the court doctor finally let go of Pei Zhixuan's wrist. His face showed obvious joy, which made everyone present feel relieved.

He turned to Pei Zhixuan, his voice full of congratulations, "Congratulations, concubine, you are pregnant."

Pei Zhixuan's eyes flashed with surprise, and the corners of her mouth slightly raised. She had finally waited for this good news. From then on, she had her own child and had new hope and sustenance.

When Xiao Cui and Mother Xu heard the news, they were overjoyed. Pei Zhixuan was pregnant, which was a huge joy for Yuxiangxie.

Mother Xu quickly asked Xiao Cui to take the reward money to the court physician, who thanked her and left.

In a short while, the news spread throughout the palace, and the atmosphere in Yuxiang Pavilion became joyous.