The most beautiful lady in the harem

Chapter 43

Cairen Zhou looked at the back of Emperor Yongjia as he turned his head away. Her face, which had been rosy and shy just now, had become whiter than snow and colder than frost.

There was a floor heating in the bedroom, but for some reason, she felt cold all over. The bustling room suddenly became cold because of the departure of Emperor Yongjia.

The hooks of the bed curtains had not been moved, the candle was still burning, the flame was flickering, and for a moment Zhou Cairen wanted only to fall down on the couch.

The scent of Emperor Yongjia just now seemed to still linger on the tip of my nose and on my fingertips, and the touch of his body, firm and lean, seemed to still remain.

Zhou Cairen felt weak all over and was about to sit down when he heard a noise outside.

Zhou Cairen immediately stood up straight, puffed out her chest and held her head high. She was very sad, but she would not let others see it.

The person who came in was Zhu Wanxi, who was beside Emperor Yongjia. Zhu Wanxi came in with a bow, saluted to Zhou Cairen, and said with an awkward smile: "Greetings, Cairen, the emperor has gone to Changxin Palace, and I'm afraid he will be late when he comes back. The emperor is afraid that you will have to wait for a long time, so he asked me to take you back to Yuxiu Palace."

Zhou Cairen had a fake smile on her face. It was impossible for Emperor Yongjia to come back late. He was just afraid that she would have to wait for too long.

Zhu Wanxi made up this excuse because he was afraid that he would never come back.

Zhu Wanxi looked at Zhou Cairen anxiously. Seeing that she was standing straight and motionless, he thought she had some objections and asked worriedly, "Cairen?"

Zhou Cairen then moved her body and said with a smile, "Then I'll trouble you, Eunuch Zhu."

Zhu Wanxi smiled and said, "I will prepare it right away."

This task was not easy to do and would offend people. He was really afraid that Zhou Cairen would make a fuss.

It's better to be sensible. If you are more sensible, there will be blessings waiting for you in the future.

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Emperor Yongjia was in good health and full of energy. He usually did not like to ride in a sedan chair or be carried around. Whether it was to the faraway Shuyuexuan or the nearby Changxin Palace, he would always walk there.

When they arrived at Changxin Palace, the maid guarding the gate saw Emperor Yongjia coming and immediately bowed and walked in front holding a lamp to lead the way.

Emperor Yongjia was worried about Concubine Ning Shu, so he hurriedly strode into the main hall.

At this time, Concubine Ning Shu was wearing her pajamas, lying on the bed, her face was rosy, her eyes were shining, and she even smiled when she saw Emperor Yongjia coming.

When she heard Emperor Yongjia coming, she smiled and lifted the quilt, sat up, and shouted, "The Emperor is here."

Concubine Ning Shu was nearly thirty years old and had been favored by Emperor Yongjia for many years. She no longer had the coquettishness of a younger concubine.

Because she gave birth to Princess Changle and took excellent care of herself, she had more charm and maturity that young people did not have.

This shout made Emperor Yongjia unable to help but say, "My beloved concubine doesn't look uncomfortable."

Despite saying this, Emperor Yongjia still took Concubine Ning Shu's hand and sat down next to her.

The imperial physician and maid were still standing in the bedroom. Emperor Yongjia talked to Concubine Ning for a few words before he called out.

Concubine Ning Shu took Emperor Yongjia's hand and placed it on her chest, and said angrily, "What is your Majesty talking about? Can a concubine deceive your Majesty?"

Only Concubine Ning Shu dared to challenge Emperor Yongjia's doubts in this way. However, this was also because Emperor Yongjia said it in such a kind tone, which meant that he did not really doubt her, so Concubine Ning Shu could say it back in such a teasing manner.

Emperor Yongjia did not doubt her. Although Concubine Ning Shu had a bad temper and was a little arrogant, she had never tried to curry favor in this way. Therefore, Emperor Yongjia was not displeased as he was a few days ago when he treated Li Chongyuan for using illness to curry favor.

Seeing Emperor Yongjia was laughing, Concubine Ning Shu said, "Your Majesty, please don't think I am sick. I look good on the outside, but I am a very capable person on the inside!"

Emperor Yongjia curled his lips, "Oh? What kind of medicine did my beloved concubine buy for me?"

Concubine Ning Shu's eyes rolled around, with a bit of charm and joy. She held the hand of Emperor Yongjia on her chest, held it, and then moved it down to her lower abdomen. "This gourd of mine contains a small gourd. Your Majesty, tell me, isn't this tormenting me?"

Emperor Yongjia was delighted when he heard this. "Really?"

Concubine Ning Shu leaned over to the ear of Emperor Yongjia and said in a voice that only the two of them could hear, "The dragon seed that the emperor planted, can the emperor's words be false?"

Only someone like Concubine Ning Shu, who was an old couple with Emperor Yongjia, could say such words without batting an eyelid.

After hearing what Emperor Yongjia said, the imperial physician beside him immediately knelt down to congratulate him, "Congratulations, Your Majesty, congratulations, Your Majesty, Your Majesty is pregnant, and it has been almost three months."

The maids in the palace all knelt down to congratulate Emperor Yongjia and Concubine Ning Shu, "Congratulations to the Emperor, Congratulations to the Empress!"

Emperor Yongjia was really happy and immediately asked Zhu Wanxi to send someone to give rewards.

Concubine Ning Shu sat on the bed and said, "I know that the emperor has summoned someone to sleep with him tonight, but if I don't tell the emperor the news immediately, I will feel unhappy, so I asked someone to tell the emperor."

Emperor Yongjia pinched Concubine Ning Shu's nose and said with a smile, "You call this talking? You clearly tricked me into coming here."

Concubine Ning Shu smiled and said, "I want to tell the emperor myself!"

"You are so old, but you still act like a little girl."

Concubine Ning Shu said angrily, "Your Majesty, do you think I'm too old?"

Emperor Yongjia whispered in her ear, "If I think you are too old, can you bear my child?"

Concubine Ning Shu blushed. Maybe an old couple does have their own advantages. Her words were full of meaning.

Emperor Yongjia did often praise her, saying that she served him much better than those young people.

Concubine Ning Shu thought for a moment and then said thoughtfully, "But I did steal Lady Zhou's man. Your Majesty, you must treat Lady Zhou well, otherwise it will be my fault."

It may be said that Concubine Ning Shu is indeed a smart person. Although she is happy, she still has to take care of what needs to be done.

Although someone in her position is not afraid of offending small minions like Zhou Cairen, she still has to consider the face of Emperor Yongjia and must not leave a bad impression on him. She does not care about Zhou Cairen, but she cares about Emperor Yongjia.

Emperor Yongjia nodded and said, "I will take care of it over there."

Since it is such a happy event, Emperor Yongjia has come and will naturally stay in Changxin Palace tonight.

The next day, Emperor Yongjia really did as he and Concubine Ning Shu had promised and arranged for Concubine Zhou to help her.

Since she had been disappointed, after the court session, Emperor Yongjia asked Zhu Wanxi to personally reward Zhou Cairen, and also issued an advance decree, saying that Zhou Cairen must serve him again tonight.

Zhu Wanxi respectfully took his people to Yuxiu Palace to bestow rewards. Zhou Cairen, whose face had been pale all night, finally looked much better.

After Zhu Wanxi bestowed the reward, he was amazed and thought that the reason why Concubine Qin was favored was not just because she was born beautiful.

Just say that the emperor had stood her up several times, and she might not have been favored for a long time after the new emperor ascended the throne, but Concubine Qin would not be as smiley as Concubine Zhou, which was really shameful to see.

Zhu Wanxi sighed and went back to report.