Conan's physique? The Crown Princess is involved in a murder case again

"What's the matter?"

Xu Xingyin lowered her head in a coquettish manner, "There are three unfilial acts, and the worst is not having an heir. Although Your Highness and I have only been married for a short time, having an heir to the Eastern Palace is a big deal. Father has reminded me of this in words and deeds, but my belly has not moved yet..."

Chen immediately understood and sighed:

"That's true. Originally, you were still young, and mother didn't want to rush you. After all, it's better for your health to raise children when you're older. But the heirs of the East Palace are related to the foundation of the country, so we should pay more attention to it."

Xu Xingyin nodded in agreement. "I heard that the Funing Temple is very effective in praying for children. Why don't we go and pray?"

"Alright."

Chen patted Xu Xingyin's hand to comfort him. "Call the eldest wife along. Feng'er has been worried about having an heir. As her younger sister, it's not a big deal for you to go with her."

Xu Wanfeng has been married for a long time, so it is normal for her to pray for a child, but if it were a newly married Crown Princess, it would easily lead to gossip.

Chen's consideration of this point was more thorough than Xu Xingyin's.

Therefore, Xu Xingyin smiled.

"Mother has thought of everything. With my aunt, we can also visit my eighth sister."

"That child is also a pitiful one. We should go and see him."

Xu Xingyin was afraid that Chen would worry about this, so he quickly changed the subject.

"Speaking of which, my daughter has something she doesn't understand, so she wanted to ask her mother for advice."

"What's the matter?"

"Father used to look so serious, but now that he has changed his identity, he seems to be completely different. But I always feel that the relationship between father and Your Highness seems strange, as if father is always cautious?"

"Well, this is mother's fault. I should have told you earlier. You have not been in the capital since you were a child, so it is possible that you don't know the inside story."

"Inside story?"

Chen nodded with emotion, "In fact, the early death of Empress Mingzhen is directly related to the current emperor."

"how do I say this?"

"I guess you know about the two lucky beads."

Xu Xingyin nodded, "In the eighth year of Yanning, natural disasters continued. A wandering monk predicted that only two lucky beads could resolve the disaster. For this reason, my father appointed two concubines. One is your aunt, the current Concubine Lian; the other is the current Concubine Yun."

"That's right." Chen sighed, "In fact, before Concubine Lian entered the palace, she had an engagement with her childhood sweetheart."

"You mean, my father forced me to marry you..."

"You really have no taboos with your mouth!"

Xu Xingyin's eyes widened in shock. Before he could finish his sentence, Chen covered his mouth. "In fact, the responsibility for this matter is not entirely on the emperor's shoulders. The emperor was still alive at the time, and it was not up to the emperor to decide on the matter of taking a concubine."

"So, Empress Mingzhen became estranged from my father because of this?"

Chen nodded. "Many people knew about Concubine Lian's marriage at the time. It was a great shame for the royal family. Therefore, the young man who was originally engaged... died that night. Concubine Lian was forced to enter the palace as a concubine. Empress Mingzhen felt sorry for her younger sister and was angry at the cruel methods of the royal family. In addition, Concubine Lu set up a trap for Empress Mingzhen in order to gain imperial power. Under these multiple blows, Empress Mingzhen was exhausted both physically and mentally. She became estranged from His Majesty and died of depression."

"Little Lu? But is she the current Little Empress Lu?"

"Exactly."

Chen's words were full of pity. "Back then, Empress Mingzhen and Xiao Lu were close friends. Xiao Lu took the opportunity to climb into the dragon bed and gave birth to a prince. Originally, the legitimate faction was dissatisfied with Xiao Lu. As a result, after Empress Mingzhen passed away, His Majesty appointed Xiao Lu as the successor. It is normal for Your Highness to be dissatisfied."

Understanding the twists and turns, Xu Xingyin couldn't help but sigh. Jing Zhichen...

Beneath the cold mask lies the helplessness and pain that have been buried by time.

Fortunately, even in the face of strong winds and heavy rains, he still maintained a pure and innocent heart, never made any wrong steps, had a broad mind, was upright and brave, and that is why he has become such a proud and dazzling existence today!

The atmosphere in the room was depressing when someone knocked on the door. Mei Hanrui pushed the door open with tea in her hand.

"May the Crown Princess be blessed with good health. I am here to serve you tea."

"No need to be so polite." Xu Xingyin smiled and helped Mei Hanrui up personally.

After Mei Hanrui returned to Beijing, she was sent back to the Duke's Mansion by Xu Xingyin.

Chen knew that her sister Mei Hanxuan had saved Xu Xingyin's life, so she let Mei Hanrui hold an empty position in the courtyard, waiting for Chen to find a good family for her to marry in style when she was free, which was also to fulfill the promise she made to Mei Hanxuan at that time.

Even though Mei Hanxuan had saved him before, Xu Xingyin was still on guard against Mei Hanrui, so he no longer discussed business matters with Chen and only chatted about trivial topics.

After chatting for a while, it was time for lunch. The mother and daughter went to the banquet hall together. On the way, they happened to meet Jing Zhichen and others from the Duke's Mansion chatting in the corridor.

Jing Zhichen, dressed in a moon-white brocade robe with gold brocade, stood with his hands behind his back, his face immersed in the white snow, the gorgeous winter plum blossoms were reflected in his eyes, just like the flowing clouds and white moon in the sky, untainted by the slightest bit of human dust.

There are gangsters, like cuts are like consultations, like cuts like grinding.

Such a scene is worthy of all the beauty in the world.

Such a thought inexplicably popped up in Xu Xingyin's heart, and before his brain could react, he had already quickly taken a few steps and grabbed Jing Zhichen's hand.

Even Jing Zhichen, who was usually calm and composed, was stunned on the spot.

But Xu Xingyin smiled nonchalantly, so brightly that it was dazzling, "Why are your hands so cold? It's cold by the lake, you should stay a little longer."

Jing Zhichen also smiled back, which was rare, "I'll listen to Jiaojiao."

Seeing the loving couple, everyone was happy to see it. They laughed and joked a few times, then invited them to the banquet hall.

Xu Xingyin pulled Jing Zhichen and deliberately fell one step behind, following the crowd from a distance. The red plum blossoms were in full bloom at that time. She gently grabbed the corner of his sleeve and called Jing Zhichen for some unknown reason.

"Your Highness's clothes are mostly dark and white, which I find a little plain. Now walking in this red plum forest, Your Highness has a little more color, which is very good."

"Jiaojiao, you look down on me..." Jing Zhichen paused, pondering for a long time before uttering a suitable word, "Cold?"

"Do not."

The little girl smiled, her voice clear and firm. "I hope Your Highness can be happy. I sincerely hope so."

The unexpected dialogue, like a moving ballad, lingered in Jing Zhichen's ears and heart. Although it was a snowy winter day, Jing Zhichen's heart was warmed by Xu Xingyin's words.

"Thank you," he said.

"Uh."

The meaningful gaze made Xu Xingyin's heart tighten. He quickly looked away and ran a few steps, "Let's eat! I'm hungry!"