The delicate little cabbage was pushed by the old emperor

After lunch, Shen Leyan suggested going to the Imperial Garden to appreciate the ice sculptures.

Emperor Yong'an readily agreed, and the group headed towards the Imperial Garden.

The snow on the road had not melted yet, and Emperor Yong'an held Shen Leyan's hand tightly for fear that she would slip again.

When we arrived at the Imperial Garden, we saw ice sculptures everywhere, crystal clear.

Shen Leyan was as excited as a child, looking around.

The ice sculptures in the Imperial Garden are exquisitely designed, with a variety of shapes, including auspicious dragons and phoenixes, as well as blooming flowers.

Shen Leyan looked around curiously, while Emperor Yong'an followed behind her lovingly, answering her questions from time to time.

While they were watching, several concubines passed by with their attendants. Seeing how close Emperor Yong'an and Shen Leyan were, they couldn't help but feel jealous.

But outwardly, he still bowed respectfully, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Queen."

Emperor Yong'an nodded slightly and ignored them.

However, they still followed Emperor Yong'an and Shen Leyan without giving up, trying to attract the emperor's attention.

After all, opportunities are rare, so we have to seize them!

The news that Shen Leyan was pregnant spread throughout the harem like a gust of wind.

Although the concubines appeared submissive on the surface, they had their own plans in mind.

They all hoped to regain the emperor's favor during the queen's pregnancy.

No one would believe that Emperor Yong'an could endure for so long...

So now they have to rack their brains to attract the emperor's attention as soon as possible.

Especially Concubine Wan, she prides herself on being young and beautiful, and has a sixth princess under her name. If she can regain the emperor's favor and conceive a prince, she will be a winner in life!

At present, Concubine Ye has been deposed and imprisoned for life, and she will never cause any trouble again.

She has been a concubine for a long time. No one can compare to her now, whether in terms of the time she entered the palace or the status and position of her family.

How could she be willing to be on equal footing with Concubine Lan, who had no children?

In order to become a noble concubine as soon as possible, Concubine Wan racked her brains.

She said in a delicate voice, "Your Majesty, this ice sculpture is beautiful, but it would be a pity if no one could explain its exquisiteness."

"I know a little bit about ice sculpture. How about I explain it to Your Majesty and the Empress?"

Before Emperor Yong'an could speak, Shen Leyan laughed and asked, "When did Concubine Wan learn this skill?"

"Your Majesty has not been in the palace for long, so naturally you don't know my little hobby." Concubine Wan had a smile on her face, but her eyes secretly glanced at Emperor Yong'an.

Sima Zhao's heart is well known to passers-by.

Concubine Lan sneered, "The Empress entered the palace late and didn't know about it, but we old people in the palace never knew that Concubine Wan had this hobby!"

When Concubine Wan heard this, she was very angry and was furious at Concubine Lan's meddling.

"I don't even know when Sister Lan Fei learned to be so talkative."

"Sister, you're joking. I'm just a little curious."

"you……"

Emperor Yong'an's face darkened slightly. He hated the concubines making a lot of noise in a group.

"That's enough. If you want to argue, go somewhere else."

"I just want to take the Queen out for a walk today and take a look around. If you have nothing else to do, please leave."

She knew that Emperor Yong'an hated women's noise the most, so she immediately shut her mouth.

Damn it, it was all Concubine Lan’s fault for causing trouble here and almost causing her to miss her important task.

She quickly changed the subject and said, "I heard that the Queen is pregnant, but I haven't congratulated her yet."

The concubines all echoed, "Congratulations, Queen!"

Shen Leyan smiled and thanked, "Thank you, sisters."

Seeing this, Concubine Wan continued, "Your Highness is now pregnant with the heir, so you must take good care of yourself."

"Although this Imperial Garden is a beautiful place, it is cold in winter, so Your Majesty should not stay for long."

Shen Leyan heard the hidden meaning in her words, but she was not annoyed. She just said softly: "Thank you for your concern, Concubine Wan. I know my own body well."

At this time, Emperor Yong'an said: "The Queen is in good health. I will take good care of her. There is no need for you to say more."

Concubine Wan was disappointed and felt secretly resentful.

Concubine Lan couldn't help but taunt her, "Don't blame me, Your Majesty. Sister Wan has always been a troublemaker, and you know that."

puff……

Shen Leyan suppressed her smile and glanced at Lan Fei. Her mouth was still as poisonous as ever.

She didn't need to look to know that Concubine Wan was probably so angry that she wanted to strangle Concubine Lan to death.

"Lan Fei, what do you mean?"

"I kindly pleaded with the Emperor on my sister's behalf, why are you being so mean to me?"

"Alas, good intentions are not rewarded..."

Concubine Wan was so angry that she was shaking all over, but she didn't dare to lose her temper in front of Emperor Yong'an.

She gritted her teeth and forced a smile, "I misunderstood Concubine Lan. I have something else to do, so I won't accompany you."

"Concubine, please retire!"

After Concubine Wan left in a hurry, the other concubines also left one after another.

Before leaving, Concubine Lan reminded him, "Concubine Wan is right. Although this ice sculpture is beautiful, it is not suitable for staying here for a long time."

"Not only is the fetus in your womb vulnerable to the cold, but your body is also vulnerable. It's better for you to return with the Emperor as soon as possible."

"Thank you, Sister Lan Fei, for the reminder!" Shen Leyan smiled with her eyes curved.

"The roads are slippery in the snow, so be careful on your way back. We can practice piano together some other day when we have time."

When Lan Fei heard this, her expression softened and the corners of her mouth lifted unconsciously, "I'll wait for you!"

After saying this, she turned around and left with the palace maid, without even glancing at Emperor Yong'an the whole time.

She now regards Shen Leyan as her soulmate and has long lost all thoughts about Emperor Yong'an, so she has no feelings for him.

Now she is also really happy for Shen Leyan. Having such a confidant in this deep palace makes her feel much more fulfilled.

After Concubine Lan left, Emperor Yong'an also took Shen Leyan's hand and slowly strolled back to Jingren Palace.

On the way, he asked with some doubt: "When did Yan'er and Concubine Lan become so close?"

"Do you often practice piano skills?"

"Since I entered the palace, Sister Lan Fei has often helped me, so our relationship has naturally become familiar."

"When we have free time, we will practice piano together to kill time."

"No wonder. I was wondering why she was talking so much today. In my impression, Concubine Lan doesn't seem like the type to cause trouble."

"Humph, it's all your fault that this romantic debt is caused!"

Emperor Yong'an smiled helplessly, "I already know my mistake, Yan'er, don't be angry."

"Look, I'm completely absorbed in Yan'er right now, and my heart is filled with you. How could I dare to think of anything else?"

Shen Leyan had no doubt about this. Since the two of them had been together, Emperor Yong'an had indeed never touched any other woman.

In fact, Emperor Yong'an had not entered the harem for a long time before he met her.

However, Shen Leyan didn't care about these past events. Since she had already made her choice, she would of course accept it with pleasure.

After all, they are living a happy and fulfilling life now.