An Lingrong after rebirth

Chapter 229 Sisters Talk

"As expected, as soon as An Lingrong asked, Shen Meizhuang nodded. Yes, it's not that I don't want to treat Longyue, but no matter how close someone is, they can never compare to my own mother."

But I really can't persuade her. If she really insists on doing it, I can only bring Longyue to Yonghe Palace.

"An Lingrong listened to Shen Meizhuang's words and thought silently for a moment. Whether Zhen Huan left the palace or not was not her business."

"But when I think of my past life, when the Emperor used half of his empress's clothes to bring Zhen Huan into the palace, and even made Si'er her own son, An Lingrong feels a little weird."

"The Third Prince is not very smart, but the Fourth Prince is very hardworking. At this moment, although An Lingrong did not see who would sit on the throne of the new emperor in her previous life, it would definitely be the Fourth Prince or Zhen Huan's biological son who would be there."

"In her previous life, Zhen Huan was given such an honorable farewell, which might be because the emperor had not seen her for many years. If she were to suffer the same fate in this life, would she also give birth to twins to steal the limelight from her own children?"

"An Lingrong is a little hesitant. If it's because of these, should she let Zhen Huan stay in Zijing City just because she said a few words in front of the emperor?"

"Before I could figure out the reason for this thought, Shen Meizhuang spoke again. The emperor's favor is the most unpredictable thing in this world."

"Who among us lives for ourselves? We all live for the sake of our family and honor. Only she is obsessed with love between men and women and cannot extricate herself."

"And has she ever thought about this? If she leaves like this, Longyue will be a royal princess and won't suffer any injustice, but what about her father in prison, her helpless mother and sister? How should she deal with them?"

"Sometimes people should be more selfish, but people like us cannot do such things. Shen Meizhuang is very insightful, and An Lingrong has already seen it."

"After hearing what he said, I agree with him. For a woman who enters the palace, even committing suicide is a serious sin. Who would be obsessed with love and unable to extricate themselves?"

"Sister Mei, everyone has their own aspirations. We cannot persuade Concubine Wan to do what she thinks. If she is really determined, I am afraid that even the emperor cannot persuade her, not to mention sister."

"As for her family, I'm sorry to say that we can't take too much into consideration. So let her decide for herself."

"How could Shen Meizhuang not understand the truth behind what An Lingrong said? It's just that she really doesn't want to watch Zhen Huan do this."

"But if you think about it carefully, she was just powerless and waved her hands. How can I care about other people's life or death? Let her do whatever she wants."

"An Lingrong shook her head helplessly after hearing this. Yes, sister, we have to take care of ourselves first. Seeing that the children are going to the Shangshufang, sister promised to teach them to read first."

"How can you be so anxious? He didn't go to the Shangshufang until he was six years old, and Zhao'er is only four years old! Sister has never seen it, but Zhao'er has already started pestering the Queen to teach him calligraphy."

"I don't know how such a young child can have so many thoughts. You still have to criticize a child for being studious, but you have said everything you want."

"Sister, just protect him." An Lingrong turned her head and glanced at Shen Meizhuang with a smile, and then said, "Recently, Wen Lin has been going to Concubine Jing's palace quite often. It seems that she is getting along better with Wen Yi and is closer to her."

"Shen Meizhuang was stunned, her eyes moved slightly, and then she said, "You mean, you want Concubine Jing to raise Wen Lin?"

"Sister, do you remember that I told you before that Wen Lin is not close to me. Of course, there is no need for you to say this, I can see it myself."

"But Wenlin has been raised in your palace since she was a child. If you suddenly change her foster mother, I'm afraid it will cause criticism from everyone in the harem."

"An Lingrong was somewhat moved by Shen Meizhuang's words. When she mentioned Longyue, she thought of Zhen Huan's neglect of the child, and now when she mentioned Wen Lin, the first thing Shen Meizhuang thought of was her own situation."

"They are all children, but there is such a big difference between them. It is natural that they have feelings for each other. How can she not be grateful?"

"Sister, I have thought about this, but the child is growing up and is very thoughtful. Instead of keeping her by my side and worrying about her every day, it is better to send her away early."

There's nothing wrong with Sister Jingfei. Two girls can play together.

"Wen Lin doesn't get close to you. Have you ever thought that maybe someone is gossiping about you behind your back? Shen Meizhuang frowned, looking worried and anxious?"

"Sister, this may make me seem too heartless, but then again, could it be that Concubine Ding has done me a great favor?"

"No, on the contrary, when she first entered the palace, she used to give me trouble. I have been supporting Wen Lin for all these years, all because of the emperor's order."

"In other words, is there really so much entanglement between the child and me? To put it bluntly, even if she immediately becomes someone else's daughter, she won't care at all?"

All I care about are my sister and our children. Having said this, An Lingrong picked up the teacup, took a sip, and breathed a sigh of relief.

"I went on to say, 'I don't even need to think about the person who gossiped behind my back, I know it must be Fu Cha Gui.'"

"Yes, her sister died, and she followed him into the palace. It would be reasonable to place the princess under her lap and raise her."

"Yes, but I will not let the Fucha clan have their wish. A dangerous light flashed in An Lingrong's eyes. Sister knows what her mother did in the past."

"Even if Wen Lin and I are not close, I would not send her to Noble Lady Fucha. Who knows if she will be like her mother and try to use the princess to win favor?"

It is despicable if a good child is plotted against like this.

"Shen Meizhuang nodded slightly. What you said makes sense. After all, the reason why her mother wanted to take action against the princess was probably because of Noble Lady Fucha."

"But if you think so clearly, why do you still want to send the princess away? After all, a princess doesn't need much thought."

Of course, I'm not saying that the princess is bad, it's just...

Sister, how could I not understand what you mean?

"After saying soothing words, An Lingrong propped her head up with her hands and leaned on the table, but she still said, Dingpin and I don't have a friendship that would allow me to be open and honest with Wenlin."

"Instead of watching this child being dissatisfied with me in the future, why should I waste my energy and time making plans for her?

After An Lingrong finished her words, she grabbed Shen Meizhuang with both hands and said, "Sister Mei, do you think it's cruel of me to say this?"

"Shen Meizhuang pursed her lips and chuckled. How could it be? We should be so open and honest with each other. She responded and then said, "But now that Concubine Jing is raising Wen Yi, would she be willing to let Wen Lin be raised by her knees?"

"Wen Lin has been to Xianfu Palace more than once or twice. Every time the nurses report back, they say that she is very happy in Xianfu Palace and that Concubine Jing is taking good care of her."

Besides, she doesn't have any children of her own, so how could she refuse to raise another child?

"I'm sure she will agree. But I'm afraid it's hard to bring this up. If you mention it to the emperor, he'll inevitably feel..."

"Before Shen Meizhuang finished her words, An Lingrong already understood what she meant. She was probably worried that the emperor would think that she only cared about her own children and ignored Wen Lin."

"Don't worry, sister. I won't rush into this matter. After all, the emperor will probably only care about Concubine Wan's affairs now."

"Oh, that's right. Never mind. Let's just take care of ourselves first."

"As they were talking, they heard children laughing outside. They turned around and saw Hong Zhao pulling Hong Jun in."

"The two children shouted in unison: Mother, Mother. They both rushed forward, one holding a brush in his hand."

"An Lingrong couldn't help but hold her forehead and said, "Where did you get this from? The Empress Dowager gave it to me."

"The two children answered at the same time. An Lingrong felt her ears buzzing. She reached out to take it and carefully checked it, but found nothing wrong."

"I thought I had to let Luo Rui see this thing before I could let the children use it. I put the brush on the table. I ran all sweaty. Go change your clothes and we can talk later."

"He was not as indifferent to these things as other children. He responded and turned around to follow the nurse."

Shen Meizhuang looked at An Lingrong's actions and said: Rong'er, do you think there is something wrong with this thing?

"Sister, you have to be on guard against others. I won't feel at ease until Luo Rui has seen it. It's good for you to be cautious."

"We had originally planned to have dinner with the children, but not long after we sat down, Xiao Xiazi came to report that the emperor would come to Chengqian Palace for dinner tonight?"

"Shen Meizhuang was unwilling to go with us, so we had no choice but to let Shen Meizhuang take the two older children to Yonghe Palace."

"Before dinner, An Lingrong asked the wet nurse to bring Hong Sheng and Jin Yu over, thinking that the emperor would always ask."

"The two children can now babbled simple words. An Lingrong was making the two children laugh non-stop. This was the scene the emperor saw when he entered the palace."

He raised his hand to avoid the servants' call, and took a few steps forward, and heard An Lingrong's instructions over and over again, calling him Father-in-law, calling him Emperor Father-in-law...

"The emperor looked even better when he heard this. He reached out and gently placed his hand on An Lingrong's shoulder, which startled her and made her tremble with fear."

"Turning around and seeing the emperor, An Lingrong gently pushed him and said, 'Look, the emperor is here, but he didn't even let anyone know. You scared me.'"

"Looking at Rong'er's loving mother and filial son, I really can't bear to disturb them. An Lingrong stepped forward and said, "The emperor also said that when Zhao'er was young, he never asked me to teach him much."

But these two little ones still can't call for help! The emperor laughed softly and said, "I think you have become more demanding now that you have such a smart child like Zhao'er."

"How old are Sheng'er and Jinyu? Just teach them slowly. Also, it is thanks to Your Majesty that I was able to give birth to them both, so I should pamper them well."