An Lingrong after rebirth

"After they returned to the main hall and sat down, the emperor took a look at An Lingrong's bulging belly and reached out to touch it. Rong'er is already four months pregnant, right?"

"An Lingrong turned around and smiled. Your Majesty is still worried about me. Imperial Doctor Luo just came to check my pulse these two days. It has been four months."

"Have you still had morning sickness recently?" Thank you, Your Majesty, for your concern. I had some morning sickness three months ago, but I am much better now.

"I don't know if it's a prince or a princess. I think her face looks worse than when I was pregnant with Hong Zhao." As he said this, the emperor reached out and touched An Lingrong's cheek.

"Tomorrow I will ask Su Peisheng to go to the warehouse and find this tonic and send it here to you. An Lingrong waved her hand and said, Your Majesty, don't worry about it. I am fine now. Doctor Luo also said that the child is fine!"

"Rong'er, there is no need to refuse. You are pregnant, so no matter how good the things are, they will be of use to you. An Lingrong smiled and said, "Yes, I will take care of the child to thank the emperor for his grace."

"Why are they thanking me on behalf of my child, but you are not thanking me? If An Lingrong gives the emperor a dirty look after hearing this, he will make fun of me."

"After he finished speaking, the emperor laughed loudly. When the other party's laughter stopped, he said again; Your Majesty, this time it is all thanks to Sister Mei. Yes, yes! You are pregnant and cannot be tired. Mei'er has really worked hard this time."

"According to the report from the people below, these palace affairs are handled well, so let her continue to assist in the palace affairs! An Lingrong nodded with a smile, yes!"

"When the emperor looked at An Lingrong like this, he felt a little emotional for some reason. Rong'er and Mei'er have a really good relationship. They haven't changed at all in all the years since they entered the palace."

If everyone in the harem was like this, there would be a lot less trouble!

Look at what the emperor said. Even if lips and teeth are good, there will be friction. What's more, the women in the harem are the most outstanding women in the world. It would be great if they were a little dirty.

"What's the big deal? Sister Mei and I have been in the same situation before! Besides, there is the Empress as the Queen, so the Emperor doesn't need to worry so much."

"An Lingrong said this, but she knew in her heart that the emperor was definitely not talking about the concubines' discord. Several different thoughts flashed through her mind, thinking about the fact that she had just returned to the palace today."

"The Queen Mother will not immediately explain to the other party that the concubines are interfering in government affairs."

An Lingrong simply pretended not to understand and gave a random reply. As long as she didn't make any mistakes, it would be fine. As expected, when the emperor heard this, he smiled and shook his head, "Rong'er is simple-minded. Just take good care of the child."

"Your Majesty, do you think I am stupid? I pretended to be arrogant and made the emperor laugh."

"An Lingrong is pregnant now, so she naturally doesn't have to get up early to wait on the Emperor in the morning court. But this is the first time the Empress has paid respects to the Emperor since returning to the palace, so naturally she cannot be absent."

"The next morning, just after the Emperor left, An Lingrong got up with Lian'er's help. When she was ready to go out, she saw Shen Meizhuang waiting at the door."

"Although it is close to Mid-Autumn Festival, the palace is different from the garden. It is still hot in Zijing City. An Lingrong saw that Shen Meizhuang's forehead was already covered with a thin layer of sweat."

"Sister Mei!"

"An Lingrong shouted with a smile: Shen Meizhuang turned around and smiled when she saw An Lingrong, Rong'er!"

"Sister, why are you waiting here? It's so hot right now. An Lingrong looked a little weird and handed over the handkerchief."

"Let Shen Meizhuang wipe the sweat off her forehead. Shen Meizhuang took it with her hand and said with a smile: I didn't wait long. It was just that it was getting late and Rong'er should have come out, so I didn't go in."

"Sister, don't do this next time!" An Lingrong responded, and held Shen Meizhuang's arm. "Is Jun'er still asleep?"

"That's right, this kid seems to be sleeping all day long like me. The two of them went to Jingren Palace while talking."

"An Lingrong is pregnant and can't walk fast, so she walked slowly. When the two of them entered Jingren Palace, there were already several people sitting inside the palace."

"After they exchanged greetings, An Lingrong and the other woman sat down, chatting from time to time. Not long after, the concubines came in one after another."

"The palace became quiet only after Yixiu entered and everyone paid their respects. Today is the first time that the sisters have paid their respects since returning to the palace. Thank you for all the hard work you have endured from the journey yesterday."

"Thank you very much, Queen, for your consideration!"

"After a few polite words, Yixiu turned to look at An Lingrong. "The dragon fetus in Shupin's belly has been four months old, right?" An Lingrong glanced at the first seat on the left."

"Stand up and kneel down. Thank you for your concern, Queen. It has indeed been four months."

"You are a blessed person. You just gave birth to a child safely. The emperor will reward you when the time comes. Yes, I will respectfully follow the instructions of the queen."

"An Lingrong sat down in response, a trace of doubt rising in her heart. Although Concubine Hua was often late in paying respects to her, the Queen couldn't help but ask her some questions!"

"But today, the Queen watched helplessly as the Concubine Hua's position was vacant, but she didn't even glance at it. This..."

"Could something have happened in the garden? But I haven't heard that Concubine Hua was under house arrest?"

"Full of doubts, An Lingrong turned to look at Xinpin, and only when she saw that she nodded slightly did she calm down."

"Well, after the greetings are over, Xinpin will tell you! The Queen asked the Third Prince a few words of concern, and finally changed the subject and looked at An Lingrong again."

"Shupin's pregnancy is now four months old, so it should be stable. I came back late last night, and I haven't had time to ask the imperial physician yet!"

"Yes! Thank you for your concern, Queen. I am doing better with this pregnancy than when I was pregnant with Hong Zhao."

That’s good!

"Yi Xiu laughed and continued, "Then Xianpin should have handed over the matter of assisting in the affairs of the six palaces to Shupin earlier. After all, she is more familiar with it."

"Now that I and my sisters have returned to the palace, Xianpin will help out a bit, so I think it won't be too tiring."

"When Yixiu said this, the two looked at each other, and a thought arose in their hearts that it was indeed the case."

"When the news came from the garden that Shen Meizhuang was asked to assist in managing the six palaces, the two of them had already analyzed it carefully. This matter might be the Queen's handiwork."

"Now that the other party suddenly said this, it can be seen that the two guessed correctly. The person sitting in the palace is a smart person. Concubine Jing was the first to react."

She turned her head and glanced at the two of them, with a trace of worry in her eyes, but An Lingrong and the other two did not show any change in their expressions! She lowered her head and smiled and said, "Thank you, Queen, for your concern."

"But the emperor has already spoken about this last night, saying that since I am pregnant, I don't need to manage the affairs of the six palaces anymore. From now on, it will still be Sister Xianpin who will assist in managing the six palaces."

"When An Lingrong said this, Yixiu was stunned, but she stood up and knelt down, saying, 'This happened suddenly, and I didn't have time to report to the Queen. Please forgive me, Queen.'"

Yixiu's expression froze, and she waved her hand, "Well, since the emperor has issued an order, then we'll do as the emperor says. Just take good care of your pregnancy."

Yes, thank you, Queen!

"Forget it. It's getting late today. You should all go back and rest. We spent the whole day in the carriage yesterday. Before the Mid-Autumn Festival, the palaces don't need to come and pay their respects."

Naturally, these words from the Queen caused all the concubines to stand up and express their gratitude!

After they left Jingren Palace, An Lingrong called out to Concubine Xin, and they slowly walked towards Yanxi Palace. Fortunately, Yanxi Palace was not far from Jingren Palace, so she did not speak in a hurry, and waited until they entered the palace and sat down.

An Lingrong finally spoke up, "Sister Xinpin, I'm here to pay my respects to you today. Why isn't Concubine Hua here?"

"Xinpin was afraid of the heat, so she took the fan from the maid beside her and fanned herself vigorously a few times before saying, "Don't even mention you, my sister. I, who am in the garden, haven't seen Concubine Hua for half a month."

An Lingrong frowned after hearing this. Why?

"Xinpin shook her head. I don't know? It seemed that Qingliang Palace fell silent overnight. I heard that the emperor had been there several times, but no news came out about what happened."

"Such an anomaly, didn't the Queen ask about it?"

"How could that be? The Queen naturally asked, but she didn't get anything out of her. She only said when she was paying her respects that Concubine Hua was not feeling well, but she didn't reveal anything else."

"An Lingrong frowned after hearing this, and rubbed her fingers unconsciously on the table for a moment, muttering in her heart. An Lingrong knew Hua Fei's temperament very well."

"She has never been the kind of person who keeps herself silent. It's been half a month... It's really abnormal!"

Now it’s not time for Concubine Hua to be completely silent!

"An Lingrong wanted to visit the Yikun Palace, but when she thought of the Huanyi incense burning all year round in the Yikun Palace, she backed off."

"Well, the Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon. Although the musk has made Concubine Hua unable to get pregnant, she has a good body and has always been healthy."

"I never heard of her having any illness until she died in her previous life. Although this incident happened suddenly, I don't think it should be a big deal."

It depends on whether the other party will show up at the Mid-Autumn Palace Banquet. With these thoughts in mind, An Lingrong nodded, "So that's why. No wonder the Queen didn't show any dissatisfaction when I didn't see Concubine Hua when I paid my respects today!"

Yes, this happened suddenly, and I was thinking about returning to the palace, so I didn't send a message to my sister. Xinpin responded, and moved her nose, "What kind of incense is my sister using here? It smells good."

"In this weather, smelling it also gives me a cool feeling. An Lingrong glanced at the incense burner and smiled, "I had morning sickness a few days ago, so I looked through some ancient relics and found the formula for this spice."

"It's just a little thing I made myself. It's nothing special. If you like it, I'll ask Lian Er to make it for you and bring it back."

If you find it useful, come back to me after you use it! "That's great, I'd like to thank you, sister!"

You’re welcome, sister!

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Shoukang Palace

"After the emperor finished his morning court session, he received a message from Su Peisheng saying that the empress dowager invited the emperor to have breakfast at Shoukang Palace!"

"It's rare for the Empress Dowager to come to such a moment, so the Emperor naturally wouldn't refuse and left in a hurry without any delay."

"Greetings to the Emperor's Mother!"

"The Emperor has worked hard in the morning court, so there is no need to worry about such empty formalities. Get up, Bamboo Breeze will serve the meal!"

"Not to mention after the Emperor ascended the throne, even before he left the palace to set up his own residence, he was not able to eat at the same table with the Empress Dowager."

"The only chance was during the palace banquet. Now the mother and son are sitting opposite each other like this. The emperor can't even remember when it happened."

"But the palace rules state that one should not talk while eating or sleeping. Even if they were sitting opposite each other, they did not speak while eating!"

"The emperor, however, was looking at this strange atmosphere, wondering in his heart what the empress dowager's purpose was in inviting him here?"

"It wasn't long before breakfast was served. The Queen Mother had the table cleared. The two sat down on the chairs. The Queen Mother picked up the teacup and took a sip. The Emperor has been in the garden for several months. Are the people who serve him devotedly?"

"Thank you for your concern, Madam Empress. I am doing fine! The Emperor Yun'e has indeed been executed and is now feeling relieved for a few days."

"The emperor listened to the Queen Mother's unusual tone and slowly sat up straight. In order to ensure the stability of the country, I have no choice but to do this."

"I have seen the emperor's efforts in governing the country over the years, but there is one thing I must say."

"Please speak, Madam Empress!"

"The emperor doesn't remember that concubines in the harem are not allowed to participate in politics?" The son naturally didn't dare to forget it, but why did the empress dowager suddenly ask this?

"Although Yun'e was captured by the emperor, when he was still a prince, he asked for the title of Imperial Concubine Wenxi. I wonder whose idea it was?"