mtl008 Chapter 297 Intimate
Chapter 297 Intimate
Concubine Hua was originally interested in watching the fun, so she did not stop the spread of the news.
Shen Meizhuang just spent a few silver coins, and the news spread like wildfire.
The news reached Su Peisheng's ears before lunch the next day.
He was at a loss as to what to do. Thinking that his master had been unhappy these days, he took the opportunity to report the matter while serving tea.
"Your Majesty, I just heard from someone below that Concubine He of Changchun Palace fainted from anxiety when she learned she could no longer sleep with you."
The emperor paused while holding the chess piece, his face darkening slightly.
"This noble lady He is too weak and needs to be taken care of."
Prince Guo continued with a smile.
"Brother Emperor, in my humble opinion, it is because you are so charming that people miss you so much."
"Seventeenth brother, why are you teasing me too?"
As the emperor spoke, the white jade chess piece fell, making a crisp sound.
"I've heard that Seventeenth Brother is quite famous among the noble ladies in the capital, but he's devoted to his mute concubine. Are you planning to stay with her for the rest of your life?"
"Your Majesty, you are joking. When I meet someone I like, I will definitely ask Your Majesty to make the decision."
Prince Guo placed a black piece without hesitation.
He wanted to ask Zhen Huan to accompany him when he entered the palace to take care of the sick, but unfortunately she was unwilling, saying that she had to prepare for her trip after the New Year.
The emperor called out the name of his sister-in-law Chunyuan in his sleep. It would be great if she could hear it.
These days, Zhen Huan's attitude towards him has returned to the rudeness she had when they first met, which has left him confused. He has tried to coax her for several days but to no avail.
He thought it would be a good idea to leave the person alone for a while.
Hearing about Huanbi's news as soon as I entered the palace was a kind of fate, wasn't it?
The emperor looked up and saw Prince Guo who looked thoughtful, and waved his big palm in front of him.
"Seventeenth brother, I see that you are a little distracted, but what happened between you and the mute concubine?"
"My dear brother, my mother knows that I have taken a mute concubine as my own, and she has written to urge me to get married soon. But I..."
He gave a wry smile.
"You know me well. I want to seek a sincere man."
"Seventeenth Brother, this is easier said than done."
The emperor felt a bitter taste on the tip of his tongue. Rou was the true lover he wanted, but God could not bear to see it.
Even though he was a prince, he couldn't keep Rouze and her son.
This has been his regret for many years.
He picked up the teacup beside him and drank it in one gulp. His face wrinkled with bitterness.
"Su Peisheng, why is this tea so bitter?"
Su Peisheng quickly knelt on the ground and reported.
"Your Majesty, Imperial Doctor Zhang said you have a bad temper, so he prescribed Coptis chinensis tea."
"You little dog slave, don't you know to say something before serving tea?"
The emperor took another sip of the Coptis chinensis tea. It smelled bitter and tasted even more bitter, so bitter that it went right to the heart.
Prince Guo handed his untouched tea to the emperor and smiled to help him out.
"Royal brother, Eunuch Su was concerned about your health and followed Imperial Physician Zhang's instructions. I never expected Coptis chinensis to be so bitter."
"Why don't you call a close servant from the harem to serve you? Perhaps she can offer you some sweet fruit or preserves to alleviate your bitterness."
"I knew you didn't want to stay in the palace to entertain me."
The emperor gave the order while turning sideways.
"Su Peisheng, since He Shi wants to serve me so much, then summon her to the Yangxin Palace to serve me."
Prince Guo, realizing the emperor's teasing intention, retorted with a smile.
"Brother Emperor, I am wronged. I have always loved sticking to you since I was little, but now that I have grown up, it is not convenient for me to go to the palace all the time."
According to the rules set by our ancestors, after an adult prince has established his own residence, he is not allowed to enter the palace without being summoned.
Some of the unpopular dragon sons and grandsons never had the chance to come back after leaving the palace.
Prince Guo knew that the current emperor's mind was unpredictable and none of his brothers or relatives were willing to get close to him, so he wrote down his experiences during his travels to him.
The young prince did not have time to participate in the fight for the throne, so in order to demonstrate his brotherly love, the emperor treated Prince Guo quite well.
As soon as he learned that the emperor was seriously ill, he rushed back to the palace at full speed without even having time to pay his mother a visit.
Seeing the two masters chatting and laughing, Su Peisheng tactfully withdrew and asked someone to summon Concubine He from Changchun Palace to serve him.
Huanbi, who was embroidering a purse on the couch, heard that someone from the Yangxin Palace wanted to see her. The needle in her hand shook and pierced her finger hard, causing her eyes to become hot in pain.
She immediately pulled out the needle and gave instructions in a gentle voice while enduring the pain.
"Fubao, don't keep Eunuch Xia waiting for too long. Please invite someone in."
Huanbi glanced at Bai Wei, then hurried into the inner room. When she came out, she had a purse in her hand.
"Eunuch Xia, please take a seat. May I ask if the Emperor has any instructions?"
"I thank you very much, Mr. He."
When Concubine Wan was in favor, Concubine He was arrogant and thought she was superior to others. She looked down on people without any roots in her words.
Xiao Xiazi, who was self-aware, would not get close to her. After he bowed, he explained his purpose with a smile.
"Noble He, the Emperor has summoned you to the Yangxin Palace to attend to his illness. This servant is here to fetch you."
He pretended not to notice the fleeting stiffness on Huanbi's face and waited quietly for her reply.
At this time, Fubao, who was serving on the side, poured a cup of hot tea and handed it to Xiao Xiazi with a smile.
"Eunuch Xia, please take the trouble to come here in the snow and wind. Have a cup of tea to warm yourself up first."
Fubao's words brought Huanbi back to her senses quickly, and she discussed it in a gentle voice.
"Eunuch Xia, I have some things to pack. Please wait for a moment."
"This is a small gift from me. Please have some wine to warm yourself up."
Bai Wei handed over the purse in her hand. A hint of surprise flashed across Xiao Xia Zi's eyes, and she thanked her with a smile.
"Thank you very much for your reward, Mr. He. Please go and pack up. I will wait for you here."
Although Xiao Xia Zi was not serving in the main hall, he was guarding the door and understood that the emperor had summoned people to take care of the sick at the persuasion of Prince Guo.
Lady He's trip should really be to take care of the sick, and she has to do the same work as the imperial maids.
The emperor is accompanied by Prince Guo, so he probably won't be in a hurry.
"Bai Wei, serve Eunuch Xia well. Fu Bao, follow me in to pack my things."
Huanbi assigned tasks to the two of them.
She was going to the Yangxin Palace to take care of her sick husband, and she had to bring Fubao with her.
As soon as she entered the inner room, Huanbi's face fell.
"Fubao, I've never been a sick person before. Do you know what I need to bring?"
Fubao was also a little confused, but she remembered the news she had heard from other palace servants and made a tentative proposal.
"My lady, how about I pack you a few changes of clothes, your usual jewelry, and some cosmetics?"
"We don't know how long we'll be there. If there's anything missing, I'll come back and get it."
"Okay, you take care of it."
Huanbi was extremely upset, and Prince Guo was also in the Yangxin Palace taking care of his patient, so they were bound to meet.
When she thought about the stupid things that happened between them, she felt she couldn't face him.
Prince Guo put so many banknotes in the gift box, probably with the intention of keeping it secret.
Huanbi could only deceive herself at this time. Prince Guo, like her, wanted to treat what happened that night as a dream.