The smile on Lu Zhengping's face was about to overflow, and he kept speaking flattering words. This was because he represented the Queen Mother, so he had to act humble and submissive in front of her and lower himself very low.

The resentment in his heart grew like weeds. He recalled that when he was the Minister of Rites in the past, those slaves would be trembling with fear and respectful when they saw him. How could they dare to act so recklessly and show off their power like today!

The hatred in his heart gradually shifted to Lu Wanru. Everything started with her. If she hadn't been married off, they wouldn't have found Yan Wanwan. If Yan Wanwan hadn't returned to the Shangshu Mansion, the subsequent events wouldn't have happened.

What annoyed him most was Lu Wanru's stupidity. He had spent over a decade cultivating her, yet her methods were so foolish that they repeatedly caught on to her and led to her retaliation, even ruining his second son's future.

Although he hated Yan Wanwan in his heart, at this moment he needed Yan Wanwan's help to resume his official position, so he could only bury this hatred deep in his heart and dared not express it.

As soon as Chen Mei'e stepped into the room, before the nanny could even open her mouth to speak, he launched into a barrage of curses like a lit firecracker. The curses were so fierce that the nanny couldn't help but frown.

Although she was somewhat dissatisfied with Mrs. Lu, it was Lord Lu's uncultured appearance that really opened her eyes. She secretly thought that such behavior was really unbecoming.

"Lord Lu, it's almost time. Don't delay the Empress's work."

The nanny couldn't stand it any longer and started to remind her. Then she looked at Chen Mei'e and said, "Madam Lu, the queen asked this old servant to teach Miss Lu. Please lead the way."

Chen Mei'e, with a pale face, bowed to her and said, "Please forgive me, Madam. My daughter has caught a cold and is still bedridden. Can your teaching be postponed for a few days?"

The nanny immediately frowned and asked unhappily, "The emperor has issued an edict. Are you planning to disobey Madam Lu?"

"No, no, I have absolutely no intention of disobeying your order, but my daughter is truly unwell, so please, Madam..."

Chen Mei'e quietly stuffed a sachet into the nanny's pocket. The nanny felt around and took out the banknotes. She said coldly, "Madam, what do you mean by this?"

"Madam, please put in a few good words for my daughter in front of the Empress."

The nanny forcefully stuffed the sachet back into her mouth. "Madam Lu, Miss Lu has been granted the title of Prince's Consort by Heaven's grace. This is a great honor. However, if you are so complacent as to think that your status as a Prince's Consort allows you to transcend the rules of the imperial family, then you are openly defying the majesty of the royal family and bringing disgrace to the royal family."

Her expression was solemn as she stared directly at Chen Mei'e and Lu Zhengping. "Master Lu, could it be that Miss Lu is ill and has something to hide? That's why she's making all sorts of excuses and doesn't want to meet you."

Lu Zhengping's eyes suddenly turned and looked at Chen Mei'e, with an unquestionable command in his eyes, as if to say that if this matter was not properly resolved, she would be in trouble.

Chen Mei'e was extremely anxious, like an ant on a hot pan. She could only hum and groan, unable to utter complete words.

A cold light flashed in the nanny's eyes, and she knew there must be something fishy going on, so she rushed to the backyard without thinking.

The courtyard was small, and she found Lu Wanru's residence in a moment. As soon as she stepped into the courtyard, she saw that the maids in the courtyard all looked guilty and frightened when they saw her.

Seeing this, she suddenly became alert, as if an alarm bell had ringed. Without thinking, she ran straight to the door to find out what was going on.

Chen Mei'e screamed, "Mammy, no!"

She hurried to the door and stretched out her arms to block the other party from breaking in.

"Mrs. Lu, please move aside!"

The nanny's face was so gloomy that it looked as if water could drip out of it, and it was extremely ugly.

"Mammy, I'm really feeling unwell right now and can't be exposed to the wind."

She stared at Chen Mei'e with a dark gaze, with a captivating aura. "What if I must see you?"

Chen Mei'e seemed at a loss at this time. She kept looking at Lu Zhengping. Her panicked eyes revealed her inner confusion and she was in a state of great confusion.

But Lu Zhengping turned his head to the side, looking as if he was watching and not doing anything, which made her feel depressed.

Finally, she managed to utter three words, "You can't come in."

"Good good."

The nanny laughed in anger, "Since Madam Lu said Miss Lu has caught a cold, why not summon the imperial physician immediately to examine her thoroughly? Only if she recovers quickly can we ensure her wedding with the Second Prince goes smoothly as planned, without delaying this auspicious time."

Although Chen Mei'e had the idea of ​​asking the imperial physician to treat Lu Wanru's injuries, she was not willing to actually call the imperial physician in the current situation.

Just when she didn't know how to respond, Lu Wanru's voice rang out from inside the room, "Thank you very much, Ma'am."

The door slowly opened, and Lu Wanru walked out gracefully. She wore a bamboo hat with a wide brim pulled down, cleverly concealing her face. Her entire body was wrapped tightly in clothes, leaving no gaps.

She bowed to the maid and said, "Madam, I wish you good health. My daughter has fallen ill with a rather strange condition, and it has already affected several servants in the courtyard. Mother is worried about your health and fears that you might be affected, so she has resorted to this desperate measure to prevent you from entering the courtyard. I hope you will forgive my daughter's disrespect."

The nanny was slightly startled, and then the light in her eyes deepened. The scrutinizing gaze was as real as substance, and it was obvious that she did not believe this excuse.

"What's wrong with Miss Lu's body?"

"There aren't any other particularly severe physical symptoms, just a severe headache, extreme fatigue, and occasional vomiting. Also, I'm extremely sensitive to the smell of fish; even the slightest bit is unbearable."

After she finished speaking, she muttered to herself, "It's strange, normally I like eating fish the most, but now I can't eat it."

When Mammy heard this, a bright smile suddenly broke out on her face.

"Miss Lu, please take good care of yourself. I will report this to the Empress immediately and summon the Imperial Physician to treat you."

After saying this, she left happily, her steps so light that she didn't look like someone in her thirties.

Chen Mei'e looked at Lu Wanru in panic, only to see her weakly leaning against the wall and shouting, "Mom, it hurts."

When her veil was slowly removed, what came into view was a face already covered in blood and flesh, which was shocking.

"You...doctor!"

The doctor rushed over to rebandage her and sternly reminded her, "Miss Lu's injuries are too serious. She must rest and not overwork herself."

Chen Mei'e nodded slightly, indicating that she understood. Just as she was about to turn around to discuss things with Lu Zhengping, she caught a glimpse of him staring blankly at her and the people around him, his eyes expressionless and cold. It was as if he were looking at a stranger, revealing an endless sense of strangeness and estrangement, which chilled her heart.

After Lu Wanru applied the medicine, the pain was relieved a lot. She called out softly, "Mom, don't worry, I'm fine."

Chen Mei'e looked at her disapprovingly and said, "Wanru, how can you say that? If the imperial physician really comes, won't it be exposed?"

Lu Wanru's words were too blunt just now. Nanny would definitely think she was pregnant with the Second Prince's child. This was a heinous crime of deceiving the emperor, no matter how serious it was, it was unbearable for an ordinary person.

"Don't worry, mother. As long as the imperial physician can speak for us, we can keep it a secret. We can also ask him to heal my face and help me recover as soon as possible."

She knew in her heart that relying on Lu Zhengping to invite an imperial physician for her was like trying to catch the moon in the water. So, she decided to take the initiative and make her own plans, determined to invite the imperial physician.

At this moment, her only goal is to regain her former appearance. What else matters?

Lu Zhengping looked at them both deeply and said, "You guys take care of yourself."

After saying that, he turned away angrily.

Lu Wanru sneered at his back. Her father was still as cold and shrewd as before. He was gambling that she could be useful to him and had a certain status in the Second Prince's heart.

But this time, he would probably be greatly disappointed, because he would never be able to help him in this life.

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