mtl008 Chapter 323 Yu Ying'er's Decision
Chapter 323 Yu Ying'er's Decision
Upon hearing this, Hongli was silent for a moment, then sneered.
"Is this the palace rule? I've made note of it."
"Ying'er, get Li Yu up and fetch the imperial physician as soon as the palace gates open tomorrow morning."
In order to show the emperor his frugality and the hardship of his life, Hongli only brought Yu Ying'er, who came out of the palace, and Li Yu, who had served him since childhood, when he entered the palace this time.
If Li Yu caught a cold at this moment, it would be equivalent to breaking one of his arms.
"The slaves obey."
After Yu Ying'er went out, she dragged the stubborn Li Yu to a corner and persuaded him in a low voice.
"Master has to go to Shoukang Palace to keep vigil every day. If you collapse, who will be by your side to serve you?"
"Little Li, I know you're blaming yourself in your heart, but as long as you stay by the master's side, he can also drink a sip of hot tea in Shoukang Palace."
"We are insignificant and our words carry no weight. All we can do is not cause trouble for our master."
Seeing that Li Yu did not respond, Yu Ying'er pushed him into the small room.
There is a floor heating system in the small room, as well as a small clay stove for boiling water, which makes sleeping more comfortable at night.
Yu Ying'er stuffed a steamed bun that was being baked on a clay stove into his hand.
"You didn't have dinner, so I brought this back from the kitchen. It'll at least fill your stomach."
"Thank you Madam Yu for your advice. Li Yu has learned from your words."
Li Yu bowed respectfully towards Yu Ying'er.
Yu Ying'er had served her master in bed, but her master did not give her a title. In order to show respect, Li Yu and the people around her privately called her Madam Yu.
"Eunuch Li, you should rest early."
The master was still waiting for her to return and report, so Yu Ying'er didn't dare to delay too long.
"Master, I have advised Eunuch Li to go back and rest."
Seeing that he didn't get angry immediately, Yu Ying'er felt relieved and continued to use snow balls to reduce the swelling on his knees. She said softly, "Master, snow can temporarily relieve the swelling and pain. Tomorrow morning, Li Yu will go and call the imperial physician."
"I know."
Hongli closed his eyes and carefully felt the coolness coming from his knees.
It was a good thing that Li Yu failed to find ointment, but the fact that his knees were injured from kneeling made people see his filial piety.
After a moment, he opened his eyes, and the sharp light swept towards Yu Ying'er who was caring for his knee.
"What do you think of Concubine Lan?"
Yu Ying'er paused when she heard this, but quickly recovered and whispered, "Empress Lan comes from a distinguished family and has a gentle temperament."
"I've also heard that Concubine Lan is extremely filial and often goes to Shoukang Palace to bring supplements to the late Empress Dowager."
Hongli nodded gently. "Tomorrow, when you have nothing to do, find out more about Concubine Lan. Remember to do it in secret and don't let anyone know."
"The slaves obey."
Yu Ying'er replied respectfully.
Her hands kept moving, but she was analyzing quickly in her mind.
Why did the Fourth Prince want to know about Concubine Lan?
Thanks to the grace of Concubine Shu, Yu Ying'er always paid attention to the news in the palace even though she was far away from the palace.
Ulanara Sulan was from the same family as the deposed empress, and was able to enter the palace to serve the emperor thanks to the blessing of her aunt, the Empress Dowager.
Despite her distinguished background, she was given the title of Concubine Lan as soon as she entered the palace, which was enough to show how much the emperor valued her.
If she is lucky enough to give birth to a prince...
Brother!
Yes! Concubine Lan has no children!
Could it be that this is what the Fourth Prince is planning? He wants to find a foster mother for himself?
Yu Ying'er was shocked by her own guess, and her heart was in a mess.
According to her understanding of the Fourth Prince, this man had set his sights on Concubine Lan less than a day after entering the palace, and he must have longer-term plans.
"Ying'er, the snowball is melting, stop kneading it."
Hongli gently held Yu Ying'er's wrist and reminded her with a smile.
"Hurry up and help me wash up, I have to get up early tomorrow."
After receiving the order, Yu Ying'er withdrew her red, frozen hands.
She rubbed her hands several times before handing the handkerchief soaked in hot water to Hongli.
After tidying up the hall, Yu Ying'er tactfully helped Hongli into the inner room.
After helping the man lie down, she climbed onto the bed with ease and snuggled into Hongli's arms to warm the bed.
"Ying'er, when this prince succeeds, I will definitely give you a title."
"Thank you very much, Master, for your kindness."
Yu Ying'er responded softly and shyly buried her head in the Fourth Prince's chest.
This was the first time that the Fourth Prince made a promise. She understood that the prerequisite for obtaining the status was that she would do the things assigned by her master well.
Listening to the even breathing sounds coming from above her head, Yu Ying'er couldn't fall asleep.
Ever since she met the Fourth Prince, the lover in her dreams has a face.
Yu Ying'er is not a smart person, but she knows that only what she holds in her hands belongs to her.
If the Fourth Prince had a promising future, he would definitely look down on her.
She thought of the Concubine Shu mentioned by her former good sister today, and an idea came to her mind.
Before dawn, Yu Ying'er carefully moved her legs away from her body and tiptoed out of the inner room.
After quickly washing up, she woke up Li Yu in the small room.
"I'll go get breakfast from the kitchen. Please go get the doctor as soon as possible."
Each palace would go to the kitchen to collect food in the morning, and only the master whose residence did not have a small kitchen would go to collect meals.
Yu Ying'er was not sure when the people from Yongshou Palace would arrive in the kitchen, so she could only go there early and wait.
Bao Ge came to pick up the ingredients for Yongshou Palace in person. After accidentally seeing Yu Ying'er winking at her, she deliberately stayed in the kitchen for another half a minute.
There was no communication between the two, only a brief contact when they passed each other.
"Master, Yu Ying'er slipped a note into my hand this morning."
"Bao Ge, haven't both sides agreed to let things go their own way? Why would she send a message at this time?"
An Lingrong opened the note with confusion, and there were only two words "Lan Fei" on it.
"Your Majesty, I suspect Yu Ying'er is grateful for your help."
Bao Ge replied with a smile.
Because his master was open and honest and treated the palace maids well, many palace maids from the Ministry of Internal Affairs were vying for jobs in Yongshou Palace.
An Lingrong showed the note to Baoque and Baoge and asked in a gentle voice.
"What do you two think?"
Bao Ge spoke first.
"Master, I think Yu Ying'er is hinting that our Fourth Prince has feelings for Concubine Lan."
Baoque nodded and added.
"The Fourth Prince has always lived outside the palace. This is his first time entering the palace. I dare to guess that he wants to take this opportunity to stay in the palace, and Concubine Lan is the person he has chosen to help."
"I think what you said makes sense. The Fourth Prince has had his own ideas since he was young. He and Prince Guo had a conversation yesterday, and since they live in the same residence, it would be difficult for him not to be influenced."
The conversation between the two in Shoukang Palace yesterday had reached An Lingrong's ears, and Prince Guo clearly had bad intentions.