Dethroned the Crown Princess? Then she became your mother

Chunmei seemed to be hesitating, not leaving yet. At this moment, the door curtain was slightly lifted, and the figure of her grandmother walked in quietly.

"Grandma is here." Zhang Tianai's voice was filled with surprise. She hadn't expected her grandmother to arrive so quickly. Her eyes involuntarily turned to Murong Shuo, as if asking why her grandmother was so anxious.

However, that inquiring look contained concern and respect for his grandmother.

Murong Shuo caught this subtle eye contact. He stood up slightly, signaling the imperial physician to continue taking Zhang Tianai's pulse, and at the same time ordered the servant to invite his grandmother in.

A smile instantly broke out on Zhang Tianai's face, which was the joy for her grandmother's arrival and gratitude for Murong Shuo's thoughtfulness.

The imperial physician's fingers gently rested on Zhang Tianai's wrist. After a moment, he slowly spoke, "Although Concubine Liang's pulse is a little slippery, it's nothing serious. It's probably due to fatigue from recent travels. Your Majesty and Concubine Liang can rest assured."

Zhang Tianai heard this, retracted her wrist, and gently placed her other hand on her pulse, as if she was also feeling the comfort from the imperial physician: "That's very good."

Murong Shuo's gaze lingered on Zhang Tianai for a moment, as if he wanted to say something, but hesitated. An inexplicable emotion welled up in his heart, a mixture of concern for Zhang Tianai's health and admiration for her strong and optimistic attitude.

"Has Concubine Liang been feeling unwell recently?" the imperial physician asked again, his tone full of concern.

Zhang Tianai thought for a moment and said softly, "It's just that after returning home, I sometimes feel a little chest tightness."

"Chest tightness?" Murong Shuo's nerves instantly tensed up. He stared at Zhang Tianai, his deep eyes revealing endless worry. He secretly thanked himself for bringing her back in time today, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous.

Zhang Tianai gently called out "Your Majesty", and Murong Shuo came back to his senses. He nodded slightly without saying anything more.

Upon seeing this, the imperial physician quickly comforted her, saying, "Her Majesty Liang Fei is not seriously ill. Perhaps it's due to recent fatigue. She will recover after a short rest."

Although Murong Shuo felt a little relieved, he still felt that Zhang Tianai should come back and rest soon. He ordered the servants to prepare some food and ordered the imperial physician to leave. The whole room suddenly became quiet.

At this moment, Yuan, Yu Mama, and Li Mama walked in together. They seemed to have heard some of the conversation, but did not hear the whole content, so they seemed a little hesitant, not knowing how to start.

"Your Majesty." Yuan finally mustered the courage and bowed. Nanny Yu and Nanny Li followed suit, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

Murong Shuo smiled and raised his hand: "No need to be so polite, old lady, please stand up. I asked you to come here today to keep Concubine Liang company. You don't need to be formal or overly polite here, just treat it as your own home."

His tone was relaxed and natural, without the slightest hint of the emperor's airs, as if he were speaking to a long-lost relative. Yuan Shi looked at the emperor before her, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She had never imagined that the emperor would treat them so kindly; it touched and surprised her.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Yuan's voice was a little choked. She looked at Murong Shuo with gratitude, as if she wanted to remember this kindness forever in her heart.

Nanny Yu and Nanny Li also looked at her with gratitude. They knew that all this was Zhang Tianai's blessing and the glory of their Weiyuan Marquis Mansion.

Zhang Tianai watched this scene, her heart filled with joy and satisfaction. She gently patted Li Ma's shoulder and asked, "Grandma, why are you here so soon?"

Nanny Li smiled and replied, "The old lady is worried about you and can't wait a moment."

Zhang Tianai felt a surge of warmth in her heart when she heard this. She asked Chunmei to hand her grandmother the osmanthus branches she had prepared long ago. She had picked them especially for her while shopping.

"Grandma, isn't Mid-Autumn Festival coming soon? When the emperor and I were shopping, we saw people selling lanterns and mooncakes everywhere in the capital, so we thought of buying some gifts for you. I picked this osmanthus branch specially, I hope you like it." Zhang Tianai's voice was full of warmth and respect.

Yuan took the osmanthus branch and sniffed it gently. The faint fragrance instantly spread. Tears glistened in her eyes, which were touched and comforted by her granddaughter's filial piety.

"Thank you, Ai Yatou." Yuan's voice was trembling. She wanted to say something but didn't know where to start.

Zhang Tianai smiled and comforted her, "Grandma, the emperor is here, you don't have to call me Concubine Liang. We can chat and talk just like at home."

Upon hearing this, Yuan looked up at Murong Shuo, only to see him smile and nod. Only then did she feel relieved and resumed chatting with Zhang Tianai about family matters.

Seeing this, Murong Shuo knew that they had something to say, so he stood up and said goodbye: "You guys chat, I'll go out for a walk first."

"Your Majesty." Zhang Tianai called softly. Murong Shuo looked back at her, smiled and nodded. His eyes were full of tenderness and encouragement, as if telling Zhang Tianai that he would always be by her side to support her.

A warm feeling welled up in Zhang Tianai's heart. She asked Chunmei and Li Ma to escort Murong Shuo out. Murong Shuo smiled and waved his hand to refuse, but before leaving, he turned back and said to Yuan: "Old Madam, you don't have to be polite. Just treat this place as your home."

Yuan nodded repeatedly in agreement. After Murong Shuo left, the room fell silent again. Nanny Li and Chunmei tactfully withdrew, leaving Yuan, Nanny Yu, and Zhang Tianai alone.

"I didn't expect that the emperor is so kind and amiable in private." Yuan sighed, her eyes flashing with admiration and gratitude.

Zhang Tianai smiled and nodded: "Yes, the emperor is very easy to get along with when he is in a good mood."

"What about feeling bad?" Yuan asked worriedly. Although she was full of respect and gratitude for the emperor, as a mother and grandmother, she still couldn't help but worry about Zhang Tianai's future.

Zhang Tianai gently patted the back of Yuan's hand and said soothingly, "Don't worry, Grandmother. The Emperor rarely loses his temper with his granddaughter. And as you know, I have always been sensible and obedient. I wouldn't make the Emperor angry."

Yuan felt a little relieved upon hearing this, but she still couldn't help but admonish, "My dear girl, Grandmother knows you are sensible and obedient. But you must remember that in the palace, it's different from being at home. You must always be cautious and not take advantage of your favor and become arrogant."

Zhang Tianai smiled and nodded in agreement: "Don't worry, grandma, I'll remember this."

Upon hearing this, Yuan smiled with relief: "Could it be that some of your usual behavior has revealed any clues?"

Zhang Tianai blinked mischievously, a sly smile on her lips. "Grandma, you just said don't worry, but now you're worrying too much, right? I just miss you, grandma, and there's nothing else to it. The emperor is only taking special care of me because of the child in my belly."

Upon hearing this, Yuan patted her hand gently, her eyes full of love and concern, "My dear, we don't need to pray to the emperor for such a matter."

"Granddaughter understands." Zhang Tianai nodded obediently, and the two of them chatted for a few more words.

Changing the subject, Yuan mentioned Zhang Tianai's father, "The Emperor has already sent people to look for your father."

Zhang Tianai felt a little worried when she heard this, "Is father okay?"

Yuan sighed softly, a trace of worry flashing in her eyes, "He drank all night last night and continued drinking today. He's like crazy."

Then, Yuan recounted in detail the various trivial matters that had occurred in the mansion during these days, especially how Zhang Tianai's father was addicted to wine, living a life of drunkenness and debauchery every day, ignoring family affairs and never even stepping out of the mansion.

The same was true of Zhang Tianai's mother, who made noises all day long, shrouding the entire mansion in a haze.

Zhang Tianai felt mixed emotions when she heard this. She gently held her grandmother's hand and said, "Grandma, are you worried? Do you need my help with anything?"

Yuan shook her head gently, her eyes filled with determination and kindness. "My dear, remember, no matter what happens, you don't need to intervene. Just focus on taking care of your baby and protect yourself and your unborn child."

Zhang Tianai felt a surge of warmth in her heart when she heard this, and she gently responded, "Grandma, I understand."

Zhang Tianai then recounted her life in the palace, her pregnancy, and the various interesting experiences in the garden. She spoke of her residence in the garden, its beautiful and pleasant surroundings, which made her feel very comfortable. She also mentioned meeting the empress dowager, who softened her attitude towards her and was extremely happy about her unborn child.

"That's good." Upon hearing this, a trace of relief flashed in Yuan's eyes. "You live comfortably in the garden, and the Emperor takes care of you personally. He has also sent someone to accompany you, so you won't be disturbed in any way. The Empress Dowager is also very pleased with you because of the child you are expecting. From now on, you must not mention the past."

Zhang Tianai nodded gently, "Grandma, don't worry. The Emperor has already told everyone that I'm pregnant, and my condition is much more stable now."

Upon hearing this, Yuan showed a satisfied smile on her face.

Changing the subject, Yuan asked if anyone from the Lin residence had visited the garden. Zhang Tianai shook her head, indicating that no one from the Lin residence had come. Upon hearing this, Yuan felt a surge of worry. She knew that people outside had been discussing the gift Zhang Tianai had presented to the Empress Dowager and her fate.

"Grandma, are you talking about what people outside are saying?" Zhang Tianai keenly caught the worry in her grandmother's words.

Yuan nodded slightly and told Zhang Tianai what the people outside were saying.

However, Zhang Tianai just smiled lightly, as if these things had nothing to do with her.

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Meanwhile, in the study of the mansion, Murong Shuo stood quietly. The person he had sent to look for Marquis Weiyuan had returned and reported to him the various actions of the Marquis Weiyuan's mansion and the recent situation of Marquis Weiyuan.

Murong Shuo frowned upon hearing this. He thought of Weiyuan Hou, drunk and reeking of alcohol, and a wave of disgust welled up in his heart. How could such a man be worthy of being Zhang Tianai's father?

He silently repeated "Weiyuan Marquis Mansion," as if to etch the name deeply into his heart. However, at this moment, someone else walked in. Murong Shuo asked a few brief questions and then gave his orders.

He sent someone to inquire whether dinner was ready. If so, he would bring it over. He planned to dine alone here, not disturbing Concubine Liang and the old lady of the Weiyuan Marquis's mansion. He would go over to join them after he finished his meal.

After a while, someone came to report that dinner was ready. Murong Shuo nodded and had dinner brought in. However, he put down his chopsticks after just a little. He felt that the food was far inferior to what Concubine Liang had cooked.

After finishing his meal, he stayed alone in the study for a while before getting up and heading to the main room. Meanwhile, in the main room, the old lady of the Weiyuan Marquisate and Zhang Tianai had already finished their conversation. Knowing that the emperor might be returning, Yuan suggested going to rest.

Although Zhang Tianai was a little reluctant, she knew her grandmother needed to rest, so she reluctantly sent her grandmother away.

As soon as Yuan left, Murong Shuo walked in at the perfect time. Zhang Tianai looked at him and asked with a smile, "Is the emperor back?"

Murong Shuo responded softly. Just then, another person walked in. They were the people who had taken the woman who had hit the carriage to see a doctor, and they were also the ones who had followed to gather information. They reported to Murong Shuo what had happened and what they had gathered.