Good luck in pregnancy, the daughter of the prime minister's mansion has a soft waist

After hearing this explanation, the old woman from the outer courtyard who was confused just now but now suddenly realized the truth couldn't help but pat her chest and sighed: It really is a shocking gossip!

Who could have imagined that a "phoenix" that was once so glorious and invaluable would be reduced to a dusty and insignificant little "sparrow" overnight.

"The Duke and his wife were quite kind. They didn't drive the Second Miss away, and they let her live in the mansion as a lady."

This seems very generous to outsiders.

After all, in a wealthy family, daughters who are not born out of wedlock often find it difficult to receive such treatment.

The maid in the inner courtyard looked around and confirmed that no one was around before she carefully lowered her voice and said, "Actually, although she is not a legitimate daughter, she is engaged to Prince Xuan and may become a princess in the future. Therefore, even the Duke's Mansion cannot just kick her out."

After hearing this, the maid from the outer courtyard sighed deeply and said with a hint of envy, "Second Miss is truly lucky. Although she's not the legitimate daughter of the family, if she can marry Prince Xuan in the future, she will be extremely glorious. Who knows, she might even become the Empress in the future."

Upon hearing this, the inner court maid winked, her tone adding a hint of mystery. "It's true. The current emperor is already over thirty years old and still has no son or daughter. Rumors are circulating that Prince Xuan is very likely to inherit the throne. If that's the case, doesn't our second young lady have an infinitely bright future?"

This major event was not only a topic of conversation within the Duke's Mansion, but also a focus of discussion throughout the capital.

Who would have thought that the person who had always been high and mighty and regarded as the most noble lady in the capital was actually an imposter.

This is quite ironic, but also quite interesting.

When Prince Xuan learned about this, he was speechless for a moment.

After all, the emperor has no heir so far, and he is currently the most likely person to inherit the throne.

It was for this reason that the Duke of Anguo readily agreed to marry his eldest daughter to him as his fiancée.

However, the real eldest daughter of the Duke of Anguo now appeared as if she had become a different person, making the marriage agreement between him and the so-called "eldest daughter" seem less clear.

It only took Shen Luoxi one day to get familiar with the situation in the Duke's Mansion.

At night, he still seemed very excited and curious. He pulled his sister Shen Muxue to ask questions non-stop, wanting to know everything from the empress dowager's life experience to various things in the emperor's daily life.

Shen Muxue reviewed the information provided by the system and said slowly, "I'm not very familiar with this emperor. He's either too busy with state affairs to have any free time, or he's simply absorbed in chanting sutras. However, the Empress Dowager and my grandmother used to have a very good relationship. When my grandmother was still alive, she often brought me to the palace to meet the Empress Dowager. I remember that the Empress Dowager at that time was very kind and gracious. You'll know when you meet her."

Hearing this, Shen Luoxi's eyes flickered with curiosity. She nodded with longing, then tugged at Madam Kang's clothes and asked coquettishly, "Mother, I heard that my sister is going to the palace today to deliver a copied Buddhist scripture to the Queen Mother. Can you take me with you? I also want to see what the palace looks like with my own eyes."

Mrs. Kang looked at her son's expectant expression, a smile breaking across her face. She nodded without hesitation and said, "Of course. Your grandmother and the current Empress Dowager have a deep friendship. You've just returned to our home, so you should indeed go and pay your respects to the Empress Dowager. I'll take you there tomorrow."

Early the next morning, when the first ray of sunlight just shone into the capital, Shen Muxue and Kang's mother and son had already arrived outside the Changping Palace of the imperial palace.

The environment inside Changping Palace was elegant and quiet, and there was a faint fragrance in the air.

Although the Queen Mother is old, she still looks energetic and very kind and friendly.

Because there was no other concubine to accompany her in the harem, she especially liked someone to take the time to visit her.

"Xiaoxue'er, come to me quickly so I can take a good look at you. I haven't seen you for such a long time, you won't forget me, right?"

The Queen Mother said gently.

She and Shen Muxue have a deep friendship. It can be said that she grew up under his care, and he loves her like his own daughter.

Feeling the Queen Mother's loving gaze, Shen Muxue felt a warmth in her heart, and then she replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, please rest assured. I am always thinking of you at home. This is the scripture I copied specially for you. Please take a look."

After saying this, she presented the scripture in her hand.

After taking the scriptures, the Queen Mother nodded with satisfaction and patted the back of Shen Muxue's hand and said, "What a well-behaved child. I understand your sincerity. However, copying scriptures is a very laborious job. You must pay attention to protect your eyes."

Afterwards, the Queen Mother took Shen Muxue aside to talk about many topics, ranging from trivial matters at home to new things happening outside, and she was concerned about everything.

It was not until then that her gaze turned to the Kang mother and daughter who were standing aside looking a little reserved.

"Whose daughter is that girl next to you?"

Seeing the Empress Dowager's attention shifted to her, Madam Kang hurriedly took a half step forward, bowed, and replied, "Your Majesty, this is my long-lost daughter. I accidentally took the wrong child away, and now I have finally found her."

Listening to Mrs. Kang's explanation, the Queen Mother showed a relieved smile on her face, as if she also felt the joy brought by this reunion.

Shen Luoxi bowed respectfully according to etiquette. Her voice was clear and respectful: "Your humble servant pays homage to the Empress Dowager."

The Queen Mother's expression was first filled with kindness and gentleness, but then became extremely serious. She locked her eyes with Madam Kang, and her tone was filled with a hint of reproach: "Mrs. Kang, how could you possibly have mistaken the child? Are you sure now?"

Madam Kang's waist ached from kneeling on the ground for so long, but she didn't dare slack off even a bit as she carefully answered the Queen Mother's words, "After careful verification and the Crown Prince's extensive investigation and confirmation, all the circumstances now match up. Furthermore, through observation, I've discovered that Luo Xi bears a strong resemblance to me, which further proves her identity beyond a doubt."

Afterwards, the Queen Mother gently took Shen Muxue's hand and asked her to sit next to her. Then, in a relatively calm but authoritative voice, she said to Madam Kang, "Now that everything is clear, you can stand up."

Shen Muxue was delighted to feel the Empress Dowager's continued care and support for her. A bright smile bloomed on her face, as beautiful as a flower. "Empress Dowager, I always heard you complain that I was rarely with you. From now on, I think I can bring my sister with me so that we can spend more time with you."