The Self-cultivation of a Salted Fish Concubine

Bai Fu said softly, "No, you didn't say anything wrong."

"Sister Kong and I have a good relationship. She's pregnant, and someone wants to harm her. I have to protect her."

"I must protect the safety of mother and child and give birth to a son for the Emperor!"

The more Bai Fu spoke, the clearer her mind became, and she made up her mind.

Caiyue was confused: "Master, what are you talking about?!"

"You want to protect Lady Kong?! But she...she's the one who's trying to compete with you for your favor?!"

Caiyue thought her master was very kind by not harming Lady Kong, but who knew she would actually go so far as to protect her?!

Bai Fu looked at Caiyue with a deep and dark gaze, "Caiyue, you don't understand. Lady Kong has never been my enemy..."

"Just follow my instructions."

Bai Fu knew the emperor's temperament too well.

If she wanted to harm the baby in Concubine Kong's belly, the emperor would definitely not let her live.

But if she helped Kong Meiren give birth to a child, she would at least have some credit.

This achievement would give her the opportunity to catch the emperor's eye.

Bai Fu knew very well that the only thing she lacked to gain favor was an opportunity to be in the emperor's sight.

Only if the emperor truly remembered her would he show her favor and trust from time to time.

Otherwise, she would really die of old age in the palace without favor.

Concubine Kong's pregnancy is her own opportunity, but if handled properly, it is also Bai Fu's opportunity!

While Concubine Xue had not returned yet, Bai Fu took people to find Concubine Kong.

After a round of greetings, she asked softly, "Is my sister pregnant?"

Lady Kong looked bewildered: "What are you talking about, sister?"

"What's up?"

Bai Fu lowered her voice and said, "Pregnant!"

Lady Kong was also stunned for a moment, "Why did my sister suddenly bring up this matter?!"

"This...this, I don't know either."

Bai Fu: "I just suddenly remembered that you said you always feel uncomfortable during your period and have to lie down for three days each time. But it's been more than a month now...you haven't had your period yet?"

Lady Kong realized belatedly and said, "It seems so. But delayed periods are normal, so it doesn't necessarily mean you're pregnant."

She was timid and honest, and even though she thought about her delayed period, she didn't dare to think about being pregnant.

Bai Fu had a sincere attitude and spoke in an exceptionally gentle tone.

"Sister, please don't think I'm overly concerned. The Empress passed away suddenly, and we newcomers haven't been in the palace for long before we have to observe mourning. Who wouldn't worry about their future?"

"I'm not afraid of being laughed at, sister. I was just counting my menstrual period and realized there was no hope, so I thought of you."

"If my elder sister is lucky enough to get pregnant, then I, my younger sister, would also like to share in her good fortune."

Lady Kong was a little confused. "This...what if she's pregnant? If not, I'm afraid it will be a false alarm."

Bai Fu held Lady Kong's hand and soothed her softly, "Sister, first you need to confirm whether you are pregnant."

"Go get a royal doctor to take your pulse. I'm afraid this matter can't be hidden from the others in the harem."

Lady Kong listened attentively, but her mind was actually in a mess.

Bai Fu: "If Sister isn't pregnant, it's just a small matter. She can just say she's feeling unwell. If she is... I'm afraid we'll have to make more careful plans."

"But sister, you have to know that if the imperial physician reveals that you are pregnant, everyone in the harem will probably know."

Lady Kong belatedly realized what was happening and looked at Bai Fu. "Sister, what you mean is... someone wants to harm me?"

Bai Fu smiled bitterly and said, "Sister, why don't you think about it? There are seven of us entering the palace together. If only you are pregnant, will the others be jealous?"

"Besides, would the elders in the palace want us to have children?"

"Perhaps. After all, we are of low status and have no right to raise children. The children we give birth to will eventually have to be raised by them."

"But they're also afraid that if we get pregnant, we'll be favored and take away their love."

Lady Kong said in panic, "This... I don't know whether it's better to be pregnant or not."

"You'll get pregnant naturally!"

Bai Fu interrupted Lady Kong, her gentle expression showing a hint of competence.

"I'm not afraid that Sister will doubt my intentions, so I'll have a heart-to-heart talk with her."

"My sister once relied on her family background and beauty, thinking that even though she wouldn't be favored by the emperor after entering the palace, she could at least win his favor. But who knew that my sister was not up to the task? She only served the emperor once and was then forgotten."

"I don't want to be childless and lonely for the rest of my life, so I came to find you, hoping to share in your blessings."

"If you're lucky enough to get pregnant, I'm willing to help you. I just hope you can make a name for yourself in the future. I don't ask for too much favor..." Bai Fu said with a wry smile, "I just hope you don't die of old age in Baolin's position."

Lady Kong already had a good impression of Bai Fu, and after hearing her heartfelt words, she began to believe Bai Fu a little.

She also held Bai Fu's hand and said, "I am a confused person and I don't think as much as my sister, but I also know that life in the palace is not easy."

"If my sister treats me sincerely, I will treat her sincerely and will never let her down in the slightest!"

After the two men finished discussing it, they went to send a letter to invite the imperial physician.

Concubine Jingshu was in charge of all the affairs in the palace. When Concubine Kong was unwell and wanted to call the imperial physician, the news was immediately heard by Concubine Jingshu.

Concubine Jing Shu thought for a moment and asked the people around her, "When was the last time she served the emperor?"

Tao Yao thought for a moment and said, "It's been a month already, right? I can't remember exactly how long it's been. Should I go get the records from the Imperial Household Department for Her Majesty to see?"

"No need." Concubine Jing Shu said this, she already had an idea in her mind, "Go and get her a doctor."

"Yes."

Xie Run has been assisting the six palaces for quite some time, and her spies are already everywhere in the palace.

As soon as Kong Cairen found out she was pregnant, she got the news.

"Is Concubine Kong pregnant?" Xie Run smiled faintly, "It's a good thing that happened in the palace."

Influenced by her, Dan Tao and Xiao Shu no longer care about who is favored or pregnant in the palace. What they care more about is whether the matter itself can bring benefits or harm to Xie Run.

"There are seven newcomers this year, and they haven't even had a few nights with the Queen before she passed away. It's pretty bad luck."

"Now that Lady Kong is pregnant, it's a good thing."

Dan Tao was massaging Xie Run's legs and whispered, "If Concubine Kong can give birth safely, there will be more princes and princesses in the palace."

"The emperor has many offspring, which is a good thing for the former dynasty and the harem."

Xie Run half-closed his eyes and suddenly thought of Bai Fu.

"I heard that Concubine Kong and Bai Baolin have a good relationship and often visit each other?"

Xiao Shu nodded, "They live close to each other, and they were both newcomers to the palace, so it's inevitable that they'll get closer."