The Legend of Zhen Huan: Year after year, we share the spring breeze

Chapter 470: Watching the Fight Between Tigers

Zhen Huan, Shen Meizhuang and An Lingrong walked side by side.

As the night deepens, the palace lanterns sway gently in the wind, casting mottled light and shadows that shine on our bodies, making it seem particularly quiet.

The three of them returned to Yongshou Palace in silence.

Seeing An Lingrong silent, her brows slightly furrowed, as if lost in thought, Shen Meizhuang couldn't help but ask, "Rong'er, what's wrong? What are you thinking about?"

An Lingrong raised her head, her tone filled with doubt: "The Emperor is already over fifty, right? How can he still... still have children?"

After hearing these words, Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang were both stunned, and then looked at each other, not knowing what expression to make for a moment.

Is it possible to say this?

Zhen Huan coughed lightly and lowered her voice, "Rong'er, did you know that the Holy Ancestor was still giving birth when he was 62 years old? What's so strange about that?"

An Lingrong suddenly understood what was going on. A flash of understanding flashed in her eyes, and she nodded, "Oh, so it's inherited from our ancestors. That's not surprising!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Meizhuang was speechless for a moment, the corners of her mouth twitching slightly, as if she wanted to laugh but was forcing herself to hold it back. She shook her head helplessly and sighed softly, "You two... If this gets out, it would be really disrespectful."

Zhen Huan chuckled softly, "Don't worry, Sister Mei. This is Yongshou Palace. If anything we say here gets out, wouldn't my role as Imperial Noble Consort be in vain?"

Shen Meizhuang glanced at the two of them helplessly, her tone filled with a hint of doting: "You guys are really becoming more and more unruly."

An Lingrong then became more serious and asked, "I wonder if there will be any unexpected problems with Shunpin's pregnancy this time!"

Zhen Huan thought for a moment and shook her head: "I don't think so. She is a smart person. As long as she behaves herself, doesn't make trouble, and doesn't cause any trouble, this baby will be born smoothly."

Shen Meizhuang nodded: "That being said, we still have to be on guard."

An Lingrong interjected, "You two should stay away from her. Don't send anything to Changchun Palace, lest someone else become interested and push the blame onto you."

The two nodded.

After Sun Heyin came out of Changchun Palace, she quickened her pace and hurried back to Yanxi Palace.

As soon as she entered the main hall, she couldn't wait to ask, "What's going on? Why is someone else pregnant?"

Bai Zhi lowered her head and thought for a moment, then replied softly, "My lady, according to the timeline, Concubine Shun must have been pregnant while she was at the Old Summer Palace. You weren't there at the time, so the Emperor's health may have recovered a little during that time, leading to the good news about Concubine Shun."

Upon hearing this, Sun Heyin's face darkened, a flicker of regret and resentment flashing in her eyes. Had she known this, she shouldn't have refused to go to the Old Summer Palace. She had originally intended to take this opportunity to rest up, but she had actually done the opposite, causing Yongzheng's health to improve somewhat.

Seeing her face grow increasingly gloomy, Bai Zhi continued cautiously, "In my opinion, Concubine Shun's baby...is unlikely to be born safely."

Sun Heyin raised her eyebrows, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes: "Oh? What do you mean?"

Bai Zhi whispered, "Essence and blood are the essence of vital energy, and they must be transported and transformed by the kidneys and gathered at the gate of life. Your Majesty has been sleeping with you for a long time. Although there is nothing obvious on the surface of his body, his kidney energy has long been damaged. Even if the imperial physician regulates and nourishes him, it is only a temporary solution. I dare to assert that Shunpin's child will not survive for more than five months."

After listening to this, the gloom between Sun Heyin's brows dissipated slightly, and she felt a little relieved.

However, thinking of Shunpin's joyful face today, she felt a little reluctant and sighed: "Judging from Shunpin's behavior today, she shouldn't know about this yet, right? Alas, when the city gate is on fire, the fish in the pond will be affected..."

Just now when she was in Changchun Palace, she saw Shunpin's face full of joy, her eyes full of anticipation, and her whole body overflowing with the happiness of becoming a mother. She didn't look like someone who knew she couldn't keep the child.

Bai Zhi shook her head: "No, my lady, she might know."

"How do you know she knows?"

"My lady, do you remember the Imperial Physician Wu who was with Concubine Shun today? Before entering the palace, I had heard that there was a famous doctor in Jiangning Prefecture named Wu Ye, with superb medical skills and a great reputation, especially in gynecology and conditioning. A year ago, he was recommended by the Governor of Jiangsu to join the Imperial Hospital. I wonder if this Imperial Physician Wu is the same Doctor Wu."

After hearing this, Sun Heyin's expression changed slightly. After pondering for a moment, she connected the things together and it made sense.

"It's most likely him. It seems Shunpin is also cautious. After so many years of infertility in the palace, she was worried about the palace physician, so she asked her family to find a doctor and send him to the palace to help her recuperate. Now, she has indeed achieved her goal. But she didn't expect that I would appear as a variable."

It is true that man proposes, God disposes.

Bai Zhi nodded: "If Doctor Wu was sent to the palace by her family, then he is very likely to tell the truth to Concubine Shun."

Sun Heyin sneered, a sharp light suddenly flashing in her eyes. "I underestimated this Shunpin. She couldn't keep the child she had obtained with great difficulty, yet she remained calm. She is truly a man of deep thoughts. Since she wants to use this pregnancy to make a fuss, let her do it."

Bai Zhi asked in a low voice: "I just don't know who her target is."

Sun Heyin relaxed her body, leaning lazily on the couch. A faint smile appeared on the corner of her lips, and her tone was a bit nonchalant: "Who else could it be? It's just those who blocked her way. However, this has nothing to do with us. We can only sit back and watch the fight."

Bai Zhi responded, "I understand!"

"Alright, you can go down and rest now. Keep an eye on Changchun Palace these few days. Report any disturbances immediately."

She slowly closed her eyes and tapped her fingertips lightly on the armrest of the couch.

Bai Zhi took a few steps, hesitated for a moment, and then turned back: "My lady, do you want to remind Concubine Wen?"

Sun Heyin then opened her eyes, thought for a moment and said, "No need. She doesn't have a prince, so Shunpin's target shouldn't be her."

Bai Zhi nodded and said no more.