Reborn, seduced the prince and killed his wife to become his favorite concubine

We can't just lose our composure because of this almost non-existent threat, right?

"Mammy is right. Unless that person shows up and causes trouble, otherwise... Mother, from today on, let's pretend nothing happened and live a good life in this palace."

Shen Zhishu held the Queen Mother's hand and spoke sincerely.

If things could remain peaceful like this and they were always on my side, I would be willing to keep their secret for the rest of my life.

"I can live my life no matter what. I am already this old and I am the queen mother. There is nothing to fight for. But you... I heard recently that the emperor has a concubine named Wan. In the past two days, even Yu Changzai has been walking around the study."

So what the Queen Mother meant was that the Emperor didn't come to see her and she had fallen out of favor.

"There are many beauties selected to enter the palace, but there is only one emperor. I am mentally prepared for this."

"Why don't you fight for it?"

"My greatest wish now is to give birth to the child safely."

She had lost a child before, so she had to be extremely careful with this one. For the sake of this child, Shen Zhishu was unwilling to conflict with those people.

So if they want to fight and grab things, let them do it, as long as they don't cause trouble to us.

child?

The Queen Mother looked at her still flat belly and could hardly believe that there was a child inside.

Just as she was about to say something, Aunt Du interrupted her.

"Your Highness is right. No matter who the Emperor favors, it may be fleeting, but the child will always belong to you."

"Yes, he belongs to me."

In her previous life, she was reduced to a plaything and was infertile.

So in this life, she must have her own children.

"Okay, since you have such an idea, I will definitely protect you. This is my promise to you, and it is also a reward."

The Queen Mother looked at Madam Du deeply and spoke in a firm tone.

She helped her get rid of a major worry.

Then protecting a child in the deep palace would be her way of returning the favor.

"It's just that your child is still a little young. The Queen's child is already five months old and will be born in a few days. She is of noble status, and the birth of a legitimate son is also the first child after the Emperor ascended the throne. It is of great significance."

But the Queen Mother seemed to have thought of something else and shook her head regretfully.

"If you can keep your previous child, I'm afraid you can compete with her for the position of the eldest son."

But now it seems like there is no chance at all.

"I don't care about these."

Shen Zhishu smiled faintly, hiding his true thoughts.

"In this deep palace, you can't just not care."

The Queen Mother said earnestly.

"But whatever, the facts are irreversible and cannot be changed, so why bother yourself with them?"

Having said that, the matter seemed to be over.

Shen Zhishu smiled and looked down at the bowl in silence.

"You were so kind that you shared it with her, so why aren't you eating enough now?"

The Queen Mother mistakenly thought that she was greedy, and seemed to be mocking Shen Zhishu, but that playful look was clearly directed at Nanny Du.

"Of course, no matter how much of these delicious dumplings there is, there is no such thing as enough. But the doctor said that pregnant women should eat less sweets, so I will do just that. I will eat a few less each time and have more frequent intercourse."

"Why, do you still want to come here every day to eat and drink for free?"

When the Queen Mother heard this, she laughed unhappily.

"Not really. Madam, make some glutinous rice balls when you have time. I will come over later."

Shen Zhishu looked at Nanny Du, feeling a little guilty and afraid that the Queen Mother would be angry, so he lowered his voice and spoke.

"Well, you are not here to show filial piety to me, but to get closer to Nanny. Concubine Xian, you have really made great progress."

"This son and Madam are destined to be together. If she were not someone close to the Queen Mother, this son would still want her to accompany this son."

She smiled slightly.

Although he didn't flatter the Queen Mother, every word he said could make her happy for a long time.

Shen Zhishu stayed in the Cining Palace until the evening and returned only after dinner.

But on the way back, he met Xiao Guizi from Shangshu Hall, Zhou Defu's adopted son, and also a servant who served Yan Chu personally.

He was holding a lantern, and Tong Yuer was following behind him.

"Your servant greets the virtuous concubine."

Shen Zhishu could tell what was going on at a glance.

She really never thought she would meet him.

"I have seen the virtuous concubine."

Yu Changzai, as if worried that Shen Zhishu couldn't see her, walked up to her and bowed without waiting for her to speak.

Next, I should ask her where she is going?

But in the gentle breeze, she smelled a special fragrance on Yu Chang's body, just like honey, which tasted sweet when she smelled it.

Look at her clothes again, they are the clothes of the Miao people.

Her black hair was spread out behind her head, with a blue gem adorning her forehead.

"Yu Chang, are you going to the Shangshu Palace?"

Even though she knew this was the situation, she still managed to be patient and pretended to cooperate with Yu Changzai.

I guess she just wanted me to know.

"Yes, the Emperor turned over my name card tonight, but he is busy with government affairs and will not come to my bedroom, so I have to go there."

Tong Yuer's lips curled up into a faint smile, feeling somewhat proud.

"Where's the queen? Why are you still walking around outside so late?"

Then he asked Shen Zhishu in return.

"I just came out of the Empress Dowager's palace. It's unfortunate that I blocked Yu Changzai's way. Since the Emperor wants you to serve him, you should hurry up and don't delay the time."

In order not to cause trouble, Shen Zhishu calmly took two steps to the side to make way for her.

Tong Yuer was also surprised.

Why is the virtuous concubine so easy to talk to?

Although she never loses her temper, she always uses soft means.

Why don’t you even use a soft knife this time?

She couldn't believe it, but the virtuous concubine in her eyes was still calm and showed no emotion.

It was as if he sincerely hoped that she would be favored by the emperor.

"Your Highness, please return to the palace as soon as possible. It is important to take care of your health. The Emperor has always been concerned about you."

However, Xiao Guizi, who was standing by, became very anxious when she saw Concubine Xian like this.

He was afraid that it was because of him that the virtuous concubine misunderstood the emperor. If the emperor became estranged from the virtuous concubine in the future and made the emperor unhappy, wouldn't it be his fault?

Even though the Emperor never went to Kunning Palace during this period, he still asked Concubine Xian three times a day and showed great concern for her.

"Okay, I'll go back now, so as not to run into anyone I shouldn't run into again."

Shen Zhishu's attitude towards the palace maids was always gentle, and he had no intention of making things difficult for them.

Then, he left first.

Tong Yuer was a little confused.

She was a little confused. The Emperor had neglected Concubine Xian for a long time. Did she really not care?

If it were me, one day or two days...

Don't lose your composure.

But ever since Concubine Wan became favored, she hasn’t seen the emperor for almost a month, right?

How is it possible to be so calm?

She must be pretending.

That’s right, he must be just pretending not to care, but he actually hates her to death in his heart. Maybe after he goes back, he will lose his temper and try to win favor.