mtl008 Chapter 343: Longyue Fainted
Chapter 343: Longyue Fainted
Yu Ying'er knelt on the ground skillfully and apologized, "Master, it is my fault. I should have prepared these long ago."
Ever since the Fourth Prince injured his face, his mood has often been changeable.
Even though he is smiling now, no one can predict what he will look like in a few breaths.
However, Hongli was in a good mood today after receiving the scar-removing cream.
He exerted force with his hands, pulled up the person kneeling on the ground, held him in his arms, and made a promise with a smile.
"Ying'er, you've done very well these years. When Fu Jin comes into the family, I'll have her allocate a courtyard for you."
Yu Ying'er leaned her head on his chest and expressed her obedience.
"Thank you so much for your kindness, Master. From now on, I will always put you and your wife first."
"I believe you can take good care of the master."
After Hongli finished speaking, he pushed the person out of his arms.
"I am currently in mourning for the Emperor, so I cannot get too close to women, or I might leave any evidence against them. Remember to come early tomorrow to serve me."
"The slaves obey."
Yu Ying'er suppressed the discomfort in her heart and obediently helped the Fourth Prince wash up.
As soon as she came out of the thatched cottage, she took a deep breath of cold air.
Li Yu, who followed closely behind, spoke in a low voice.
"Madam Yu, it's getting dark outside. I'll give you a ride."
"Then it's all your fault."
Yu Ying'er did not refuse. She was not alone now and could not withstand the slightest shock.
The sight of two lanterns walking side by side in the dark palace path gave people a sense of security.
Seeing that the person next to him was silent, Li Yu took the initiative to bring up the topic.
"Madam Yu, according to the master, there will definitely be a place for you in the backyard. I congratulate you in advance."
Yu Ying'er rolled her eyes and sighed softly.
"Li Yu, we are all family, I won't hide it from you. In fact, I think it is better to be a maid serving the master, so that I can see the master every day."
"If I enter the master's backyard, my wife... my life will be like that."
Li Yu understood Yu Ying'er's unspoken intention, and he comforted her in a low voice.
"The master has spoken with Madam Xilinjueluo and Madam Fucha, and both ladies have a good impression of the master."
"A princess carefully nurtured by a great family must be virtuous, kind-hearted, and tolerant."
The princesses of big families are proud of their status and will not bother with the maids and concubines who have served their masters.
With him helping her, although there is no guarantee that Yu Ying'er will be favored, at least she will have no worries about food and clothing in the future.
Yu Ying'er was shocked and asked in surprise.
"Is the Lady Xilinjueluo you are talking about from Lord Ortai's family?"
Li Yu nodded.
Yu Ying'er knew without asking that the other person must be Lord Ma Qi's wife.
These two are now the favorites of the emperor. Girls from their two families can be made the crown princess or even the queen. The fourth prince, who has lost face and has no strong support from his mother's family, is really daring to think about it.
Yu Ying'er glanced at Li Yu in the light of the lantern and decided not to show up in front of him anymore and definitely not let him find out that she was pregnant.
If Li Yu knew this news, he would definitely not hide it from the Fourth Prince, and they, mother and son, would be stumbling blocks on the Fourth Prince's way to find help.
After lying in bed in the prince's house for most of the night, Yu Ying'er decided to report the Fourth Prince's plot to Concubine Shu.
It’s not that Yu Ying’er doesn’t want the Fourth Prince to have a better future, but her body and the baby in her belly can’t withstand the hardship.
"Master, Yu Ying'er has sent me news. She is over a month pregnant and her body is seriously damaged. I beg Your Majesty to protect her and help her give birth to the child."
An Lingrong asked without even looking up.
"What does she want me to do?"
Didn’t I show her a way a few days ago?
As long as this child can have a good reputation with the emperor, Hongli, who cares about his reputation, has to grit his teeth and serve Yu Ying'er no matter how unwilling he is.
Bao Ge shook his head and said doubtfully.
"Your Majesty, Yu Ying'er didn't say anything specific, but she did mention two unrelated things."
"Wen Shichu prepared a scar-relief ointment for the Fourth Prince, and the Fourth Prince, under the pretext of mourning, became very close to the wives of two important ministers."
"Okay, I understand. Baoge, please pay more attention to Yu Ying'er's movements."
The two pieces of information she provided were indeed important.
However, based on An Lingrong's understanding of the emperor, he would definitely send someone to keep an eye on him after he warned Hongli last time.
The emperor is at the age where he wants to make great achievements. How could he allow his grown-up son to collude with important officials of the court under his nose?
Just looking at the Emperor's swift and decisive approach to the Imperial Household Department, one can tell how much harm the Empress Dowager and the Fourteenth Prince have inflicted on him.
Now, if anyone shows any desire for the throne, the emperor will definitely take ruthless measures to suppress them.
After breakfast, An Lingrong took the children to Shoukang Palace.
Keeping vigil is a tiring job, and Hongyao's fat chin looks smaller.
An Lingrong took a quick look before entering the main hall. Although the wives of the ministers were dressed simply, their simple white jade hairpins, pearls and other accessories made them look extraordinary.
When she passed by Hongli today, she smelled the faint fragrance of medicine.
An Lingrong was just trying to identify what medicinal ingredients were contained in the ointment when she heard singing chorus outside the door.
"The Emperor has arrived, everyone kneels to welcome him!"
"My concubine pays your respects to the Emperor."
An Lingrong hurried back to her seat and greeted everyone with her three children.
She took the opportunity to steal a glance at the emperor as she stood up. Although there was a dark spot under his eyes, he looked energetic.
"Everyone is free of charge."
When the emperor passed by, he helped Princess Longyue, who was staggering and almost fell.
"Princess Hui, is Longyue feeling unwell?"
"Your Majesty, Longyue is young and sleepy, perhaps because he didn't get enough rest."
Shen Meizhuang expressed her guess.
After trying to get pregnant for several months without success, she turned her attention to Longyue.
Every morning she would go to the east side hall to wake her up. This morning, Longyue was particularly nostalgic for the warmth in the quilt.
Shen Meizhuang directly put herself in the situation and said, "Longyue must be tired from keeping vigil."
But she certainly wouldn't tell the truth to the emperor.
"The child is young, please take good care of him. If he feels unwell, please seek medical help immediately."
When the emperor was giving instructions to Shen Meizhuang, he looked at all the children in the room.
He looked around and found that the one who looked the worst among these children was Longyue.
"Noble Concubine Hua, you will take charge of the Phoenix Seal. You will be responsible for the harem."
"I obey my orders."
Concubine Hua agreed without hesitation.
Although she couldn't stand Shen Meizhuang's false righteousness, she didn't have any major objections to the emperor's children.
Since Anle came into being, Concubine Hua has become more tolerant of the children in the palace.
The quiet harem was now filled with the children's laughter, which added a lot of fun to everyone's boring life.
Shen Meizhuang's face turned pale when she heard this. The emperor knew that Concubine Hua was vicious, but he still asked her to take care of Longyue.
But no matter how dissatisfied she was, she could not refute the emperor's words.
The next day, when they met at Jixiang Gate, Concubine Hua caught An Lingrong and complained to her.
"Shen Meizhuang is ungrateful and refused to allow the imperial physician brought by Songzhi to see Princess Longyue."
After An Lingrong said a few words in a low voice, Concubine Hua's eyes lit up and she thanked her with a smile.
Five days later, the emperor was leading everyone in kneeling to pay homage to the empress dowager when a sharp voice came from behind.
"Princess Longyue fainted!"