The princess regretted it.

The words of the imperial physician resonated like a thunderclap in the room. Changsun Hongze was startled for a moment, his eyes frantically looking at the imperial physician before he stiffly turned his gaze to Concubine Chun, unable to recover for a long moment. Concubine Chun's pupils contracted sharply before her face lit up with joy, and she subconsciously placed her hand gently on her belly. She turned her head and glanced at Changsun Hongze, only to be met with the Emperor's dazed expression. Her face paled instantly, her heart sinking as she wondered if the Emperor disliked her pregnancy.

Meanwhile, Fuquan and Gancao were first filled with surprise upon hearing the imperial physician's words, then a surge of joy filled their hearts. Fuquan quickly knelt, and pulled Gancao, whose face was brimming with joy and whose eyes were tearful as she gazed at Concubine Chun, down with him, shouting, "Congratulations, Your Majesty, Your Majesty."

At this moment, Changsun Hongze was awakened from his trance by Fuquan's loud cry. Upon hearing Fuquan and Gancao's congratulations, he was overjoyed and filled with excitement. After so many years, he was finally going to have another child. He quickly walked to the bedside and sat down, tightly grasping Concubine Chun's hand. With a slight tremor in his voice, he said, "My beloved, thank you for your hard work."

When Concubine Chun saw the emperor's reaction, her worries immediately dissipated. With tears in her eyes, she said with emotion: "Your Majesty, this is my honor."

Changsun Hongze gazed at Concubine Chun tenderly, his heart filled with tenderness and anticipation. However, something suddenly occurred to him. He gently stroked Concubine Chun's hand, pondered for a moment, and then said to the crowd, "The Empress's pregnancy should not be revealed for the time being." Fuquan and Gancao naturally understood what this meant. Doctor Fang, of course, also understood the Emperor's caution, and they all kowtowed and replied "yes."

Changsun Hongze then turned to the imperial physician and said, "Doctor Fang, how is Concubine Chun's pregnancy?"

Doctor Fang said, "Your Majesty, the Empress is still young and needs extra care. She should eat a light and appropriate diet, avoid overexertion, and maintain a positive mood. However, the Empress is in good health and the pregnancy is stable. As long as you follow my advice and take good care of yourself, you will surely give birth to the Dragonborn safely."

Zhangsun Hongze nodded at this. "Starting tomorrow, under the pretext of taking care of Concubine Chun's health, you will be solely responsible for the Empress's pregnancy. You must do your best and not neglect anything. If the Empress and the fetus are all well, I will reward you handsomely. If anything goes wrong, I will hold you accountable. You can contact Fuquan directly for anything you need."

Doctor Fang kowtowed again and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, rest assured. I will do my utmost to ensure the safety of Your Majesty and the fetus."

Changsun Hongze then instructed Fuquan, "Fuquan, you must follow the imperial physician's instructions and arrange all matters for the Empress without making any mistakes."

Fuquan replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, rest assured. I will do my best."

Changsun Hongze turned his head to look at Concubine Chun on the couch, and said with an apologetic look in his eyes: "My beloved, from now on, you must take good care of your pregnancy. You are alone here with Gancao, and I will arrange for more people to serve you and protect you, and make sure that you and your child are safe. But I have to inconvenience you for a while."

Concubine Chun looked at the series of arrangements that the emperor had just made. While she was delighted, she also realized what kind of uproar it would cause in the harem if she was pregnant at this time. The emperor's arrangement was actually the best protection for her. She was very grateful for the emperor's intentions. She nodded slightly, her eyes full of happiness. The arrival of this child was her long-awaited wish. She would certainly protect this hard-earned treasure well. She said softly: "Your Majesty, don't worry. I will be careful and cautious to protect our child well. I don't feel wronged. I am full of joy to receive such care from Your Majesty."

Changsun Hongze held Concubine Chun's hand and said gently, "My beloved concubine is sensible, and I am very pleased. You just need to rest assured and take care of your pregnancy. There is no need to worry about anything else. The food you eat and the things you use must also be tested by Doctor Fang. But fortunately, your small courtyard is usually deserted, so I don't think anyone will disturb your peace and quiet."

Concubine Chun nodded slightly, her eyes filled with tenderness, and she said softly, "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. I am also well-versed in medicine, and I will be more careful with what I eat and drink. Over the years, besides Your Majesty, only Princess Jin'an has come to my little courtyard sometimes. But Princess Jin'an is a pure and filial person, and she will certainly not harm me or the unborn child. I believe that with Your Majesty's love and care, I and the child will be safe and sound."

After hearing Concubine Chun's words, Changsun Hongze felt a little relieved. He was also thinking about going to Jin'an tomorrow to inform her first so that she could take care of the baby. He looked at Concubine Chun gently and said, "My beloved concubine, you are absolutely right. I am relieved about Jin'an's child. Just rest assured and take care of the baby. I will visit you often."

Concubine Chun showed a happy smile on her face and replied softly, "Your Majesty, I thank you for your grace."

"It's getting late. I won't stay with you tonight. You should have a good rest. I will come to see you tomorrow. No need to get up." Changsun Hongze said gently.

Concubine Chun nodded obediently and said, "Your Majesty, take care. I respectfully send you off."

Changsun Hongze patted her hand to signal her not to get up, and then he left Concubine Chun's courtyard with Doctor Fang, accompanied by Fuquan.