Shocked! The salty concubine was spoiled by the cold prince

Pei Xu was concerned about Gu Jiaorong and stopped looking at her. Instead, he focused on eating, and Gu Jiaorong was able to enjoy the happiness of dinner.

However, after dinner, she wanted to go running as usual, and Pei Xu was determined to accompany her.

Gu Jiaorong just felt that this man was too clingy.

Are you so insecure?

Pei Xu didn't know her little thoughts, and even if he did, he wouldn't point it out. Having just experienced the poisoning incident, he was still like a frightened bird, and could only feel at ease when he saw Gu Jiaorong.

"I'm afraid the days ahead will be even hotter. Even walking around at night will make you sweat."

Gu Jiaorong sighed. She was most afraid of heat.

Pei Xu couldn't help feeling pity when he saw the beads of sweat on her forehead.

"You've worked hard these days. After the summer, I'll take you out for a walk to relax."

Pei Xu calculated the time. By the time the autumn weather was clear and cool, Gu Jiaorong's pregnancy would have been three months. By then, the fetus would be stable and she would be able to go out.

She had not expected such a promise.

Therefore, Gu Jiaorong turned her head to look at him, with surprise in her eyes.

"Your Majesty, are you telling the truth? Are you trying to cheer me up?"

Even if you really want to coax her, coaxing her like this is very effective.

"Of course it's true. When have I ever lied to you?"

Pei Xu nodded. He never made promises that he couldn't keep, and he would always fulfill any promise he made.

Gu Jiaorong thought about it carefully and realized that Pei Xu had indeed not lied to her.

"Thank you very much, Your Highness. I'm waiting for you to take me out to relax."

Gu Jiaorong thanked him with a big smile on her face, her little face full of joy, it was obvious that she was really holding it in.

Since she came here, in about half a year, she has only left the palace twice. Once she went to attend the banquet of Princess Nan'an with Xie Wanning, and the other time she went to attend a banquet at Xu Qingwan's house.

Pei Xu couldn't help but raise his hand and pinch her cheek. She was still so thin. It had been so long, but she still hadn't recovered.

Gu Jiaorong was somewhat dissatisfied with his actions, which seemed like he was teasing a little pet, so she stared at him with wide eyes.

"My Lord, if you pinch my face again, I will be angry."

Pei Xu couldn't help but laugh when he heard this.

So cute, she even notifies him before getting angry.

But he had no intention of causing any offense, so he let go of her hand and walked side by side with her.

The bright moonlight fell on Gu Jiaorong's face, adding a touch of softness to her.

Pei Xu looked at her gravely and said, "I'm leaving Beijing tomorrow and will be back the day after tomorrow at the earliest. You must remember what you promised me and take good care of yourself."

He didn't want to say it at this time, after all, it was rare for him to accompany Gu Jiaorong for a walk.

But they don't have much time left to spend together. When they return to the room, Gu Jiaorong will surely be sleepy. Now is the best time. While her mind is clear, he can give her a few more instructions.

"I know, Your Majesty, there is no need to worry."

Gu Jiaorong raised her little hand, covered her mouth, and yawned lazily.

"Although I don't understand the affairs of the court, I also know that I can't cause trouble for the prince. Only when the prince is well can my child and I live a good life."

Her mind was still clear, not so confused that she couldn't see the main point.

Now she relies on Pei Xu and depends on him for support. Even if she doesn't have him in her heart, she can't cheat him.

When Pei Xu heard this, he fixed his dark eyes on her.

He was not afraid that Gu Jiaorong would cause trouble, but he was afraid that she would be in danger, but he did not say it in the end.

"Go back. You must be tired after walking for so long."

Pei Xu saw that she was sweating lightly and yawning, so he knew that she had little energy left.

Gu Jiaorong nodded sleepily. She was indeed not in good spirits today.

The next day, Pei Xu left the palace early.

The three people from Jiang Yunxuan have been waiting for this opportunity.

After all, they were carefully trained and had keen insights. No matter what happened in the palace, they could see it.

Even though the people around Gu Jiaorong kept the news secret and Fu'an's actions were very subtle, He Xiangning and others still noticed it, so they did not dare to act rashly until the prince left the mansion in the morning and did not return in the evening.

Pei Xu was very busy with official duties, so it was not uncommon for him to stay at the Dali Temple. He Xiangning did not think much about it, she just felt that she should seize this opportunity.

The prince's secret letter had already been delivered to her, and Pei Xu's son could not be born.

The prince was not the only one who had this idea.

Every person in power in the palace was eyeing the baby in Gu Jiaorong's belly.

With blood, there is inheritance.

The emperor has always been very wary of Prince Su's lineage, otherwise he would not have sent the three of them to act as spies.

"I don't care what you two are planning. Now that Aunt Gu has a child, regardless of whether it's a boy or a girl, it's very disadvantageous to us. The prince was out of the house yesterday and hasn't returned yet. Perhaps they have let down their guard. This is a good opportunity for us."

Although He Xiangning's words were not completely clear, they were almost the same.

Shen Qingwei's eyes flashed, but she didn't say anything. She was an impulsive person, but she also knew that the more she talked, the more mistakes she made.

Du Ruoyun stopped being silent and spoke.

"Sister Xiang Ning, the three of us entered the palace together. No matter what our relationship was like when we were in the Ministry of Education, we are now inseparable. I know what you are thinking, but as the saying goes, you can't eat hot tofu in a hurry. We shouldn't rush things, but go meet the princess again."

Du Ruoyun had noticed last time that the Princess of Su was not a generous person and might be able to be used by them.

Even if they can do it themselves, wouldn't it be better if they had someone to take advantage of them?

He Xiangning was not stupid. After hearing what she said, she naturally understood the reason.

"You're right. When we first entered the palace, the princess sent a maid to deliver gifts, and later invited us to a small gathering. Now it's time for us to go meet the princess."

Whether it is exploitation or alliance, it is easier than going it alone.

As for whether Xie Wanning turned hatred from love, or was jealous and wanted to kill Gu Jiaorong and then deal with them, it was their chance.

Seeing that the two of them had already reached a conclusion, Shen Qingwei stopped making decisions. Now that they had the same goal, there was no need to argue.

Xie Wanning seemed to have guessed that they would come and had already prepared refreshments.

"Have a seat and try my freshly brewed tea."

Xie Wanning greeted them with a smile, a decent and gentle smile on her face, looking more dignified than the last time they met.

"Before I got married, I hated doing these things. I just thought they were troublesome, and I had servants to look after me. Now that Chunzhi has fallen ill and passed away, I've learned that I can't rely on others for everything. Otherwise, I won't even be able to drink a satisfying cup of tea."

Regardless of their expressions, Xie Wanning continued to talk about the inconveniences of being without Chunzhi. It seemed that being away from Chunzhi had really had a huge impact on her and had changed her.

After He Xiangning sat down, she did not rush to drink tea, but instead spoke to comfort her.

"Princess, please accept my condolences. We sisters have also heard about Chunzhi's situation. It's such a pity! But if she knew how heartbroken you were for her, she would surely be heartbroken. The dead are gone, and the living are like this."