The beauty who wears fast has many babies

"Sister, how come you have time to come to my palace?" Wu Li looked at Concubine Xue, who had an extraordinary temperament and was as natural as if she was in her own palace.

"What's wrong? Sister, don't you welcome me?" Concubine Xue seemed unaware of Wu Li's displeasure, and sat down and spoke to herself.

Having said that, Wu Li naturally wouldn't give face. "Of course not, Xiuhong, serve tea to Concubine Xue."

"Ever since I heard that my sister was pregnant with twins, she has had a harder time than ordinary people. In addition, the weather has been cold recently, so I specially ordered people to prepare the best silver charcoal." Concubine Xue said with a look of concern for Wu Li.

"Thank you so much, Sister Xue Fei, for your concern." Wu Li said flattered.

"By the way, I heard that my sister sent a palace maid to the imperial kitchen to ask for some duck and goose feathers. What do you want these filthy things for?" Concubine Xue said with disgust on her face, as if she had already smelled the fishy odor.

"Of course it is useful." Wu Li was talking nonsense, but he was thinking in his heart that he was here to get some information. It was true that one would not come to the temple for no reason.

"Oh? What's the use? Tell me about it." Concubine Xue continued to ask.

"This..." Wu Li showed an embarrassment, "The imperial physician said that my body has been cold since I became pregnant, and I need these things to keep warm."

"Is that so?" A hint of doubt flashed across Concubine Xue's eyes, but she quickly regained her smile. "Since it's the imperial physician's order, I must obey. However, these things are not clean after all, so be careful when using them."

"Thank you, Concubine Xue, for your concern. I will pay attention to it." Wu Li bowed her head to express her gratitude.

Concubine Xue chatted for a few more words, then stood up to say goodbye. Wu Li watched her leave and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"System, is there any problem with this silver carbon?" Wu Li asked cautiously, as one must be on guard against others.

[Host, silver carbon is non-toxic, no problems were detected.]

It's strange. Concubine Xue never attacked me from beginning to end, but I can't rule out the possibility that she would use someone else's knife to kill me.

However, what she didn't expect was that after Concubine Xue left, she immediately sent people to investigate the real purpose of Wuli wanting duck feathers and goose feathers.

"Your Majesty, why don't you take action against Concubine Li?" Cuilan, Concubine Xue's confidante, asked in confusion.

"No rush. Even if we have to do it, we can't go there in person." Concubine Xue said while trimming the branches.

"How is Concubine Li doing lately?" Concubine Xue paused what she was doing and asked.

"Your Majesty, this lady has been very successful recently. She asks the imperial kitchen to prepare different kinds of food every day. In just a few days, her palace has changed several waves of chefs. She is very high-profile!" The palace maid Cuilan reported to Concubine Xue vividly.

Concubine Xue frowned and asked unhappily, "What charm does she think she has that could earn her such favor from the Emperor?"

Cuilan replied flatteringly, "I heard that she's been paying her respects to the Empress Dowager every day lately, saying sweet nothings to please her. More importantly, she's always asking for this and that under the pretext of caring for the Emperor's heir."

After hearing this, Concubine Xue's face became even uglier, and she secretly vowed in her heart that she would find a way to get rid of this thorn in her side.

"Logically speaking, Lady Li has been wearing the silks and satins that I sent her, and even her bed has been arranged. After all these years, she has long lost the possibility of having children."

"I always feel that something is fishy."

Concubine Xue angrily cut off the twin lotus flowers in front of her and said, "This person is like this flower, it is good to be alone."

"Your Majesty is right. The bedding and silks used by the concubines in the harem are all the same. Except for Your Majesty, they have no chance of giving birth to a prince." Cuilan said flatteringly.

"Hmph, there is still a mistake. After all, this thing will have an impact only after a long time. It's still a little slow." Concubine Xue threw down the scissors in her hand and wiped her hands.

Then he added, "I have always felt that given Lady Li's personality and family background, she wouldn't be so high-profile. I'm afraid there must be someone backing her up."

"So many things have happened recently that Concubine Li has fallen behind. I'll arrange for someone to send new and clean silks and satins tomorrow." Concubine Xue said casually while picking up the armor in her hand.

"Yes, Your Majesty," Cuilan replied respectfully. She bowed her head slightly, folding her hands before her. A flicker of doubt flashed across her eyes, but she quickly withdrew. Although she felt a little puzzled, she knew that as a palace maid, she was required to obey her master's orders unconditionally.

Cui Lan secretly pondered the Empress's intentions, and after a moment's thought, she asked, "Your Majesty, what about Concubine Li? Shouldn't we do anything?"

"The mattress is the same as for other concubines. As for other things, there are people who will do it. The emperor has said that whoever gives birth to a prince first will be the queen." Concubine Xue turned around, a mocking smile on her lips, "Who do you think would be so stupid as to do such a thing?"

"This...I dare not speak nonsense."

"It's them." Concubine Xue said affirmatively.

Wu Li watched this scene from the holographic projector and thought, it seems that the struggle in the harem is becoming more and more complicated.

She must be more careful to protect herself and her children.

At the same time, she also decided to take advantage of this opportunity to find something to hold against Concubine Xue and completely expose her true face.

The next day, Wu Li received the new mattresses and other items sent by Concubine Xue. She appeared grateful, but in reality, she secretly inspected them. Sure enough, she discovered something—the mattresses seemed to be mixed with some special spices.

Wu Li immediately understood Concubine Xue's intention. She wanted to use fragrance to affect her own health and the health of the fetus.

So Wu Li decided to play along, pretending to be unwell and secretly collecting evidence. She knew that only by getting something on Concubine Xue could she truly get rid of her threat.

That day, Zhou Chongli rushed to Guanju Palace to visit Wuli and asked about the progress of the down jacket development. He was surprised to find that even the feathers had not been collected yet.

"I have already instructed the palace maids to collect them, but..." Wuli hesitated to speak.

"Just what?" Zhou Chongli asked.

"But we met Concubine Xue's people on the way. They tried to obstruct us in every way. I'm afraid it will be difficult for the young palace maids to complete their mission." Wu Li said with his head down.

Zhou Chongli's face darkened after hearing this. "How dare Concubine Xue be so bold!" He paused, then continued, "I will handle this matter. You don't have to worry."

"Thank you, Your Majesty. I will never let you down." After saying this, her eyes sparkled with full trust.

Concubine Xue has already attacked me, so I wouldn't be Wu Li if I didn't try to please her in front of the emperor.

A few days later, Wu Li successfully made several pieces of warm clothing out of goose and duck feathers. She couldn't wait to show them to Zhou Chongli, who, after trying them on, felt much warmer.

"Very good!" Zhou Chongli said with satisfaction, "I will order someone to make a batch as soon as possible and send it to the army."

"As long as the emperor is satisfied." Wu Li's eyes were full of joy.

"You've worked so hard, Li'er." Zhou Chongli looked at Wu Li, who was smiling sweetly, and his heart moved. He couldn't help but reach out and gently pinch her cheek. "Li'er, do you want any reward?"

Wu Li's face flushed and she lowered her head shyly. The atmosphere between them became somewhat ambiguous.

At this moment, the system's voice sounded inopportunely: [Host, friendly reminder: Your side quest to help the Great Zhou gain reputation has not yet been completed.]

Wu Li slowly raised her head, and her beautiful eyes met Zhou Chongli's affectionate and passionate gaze. Her eyes revealed a hint of firmness and tenderness, as if to convey the deepest feelings in her heart.

Then, Wuli whispered softly, "I hope that the emperor can make the method of making down jackets and quilts public so that people all over the world can know this skill." There was sincerity and expectation in her voice, as if she was expressing to Zhou Chongli her concern for people's livelihood and her trust in him.

Zhou Chongli said softly, "Li'er, I know you are doing this for the common people, but this matter still requires further consideration."

"Everything is up to the emperor." Wu Liying bowed.

Zhou Chongli helped her up with both hands, looked at her seriously and explained, "Goose and duck feathers are cheap, but poor families can hardly slaughter a single goose throughout the year, let alone use a large number of feathers to keep warm."

"I was wrong." Wu Li's cheeks turned slightly red, and she thought Zhou Chongli didn't want to tell everyone about this method.

The emperor picked up the teacup, took a sip, and then said, "Okay, I still have government affairs to attend to, so we will discuss this matter another day." He put down the teacup, stood up, and prepared to leave.

Wu Li bowed respectfully and said, "Farewell, Your Majesty!" The emperor nodded slightly and turned to leave.