Marrying a concubine and swallowing her dowry? The mistress turns around and marries a high-ranking

Chapter 668

Dou Niang agreed with a smile, glanced at Shen Lingjun whose face was flushed, and happily went out.

Shen Lingjun muttered, "Heartless bastards, look how happy they are, even though I'm completely ruined..."

A moment later, Dou Niang brought in dinner. Knowing that Shen Lingjun couldn't eat anything complicated now, she made it very simple: a shrimp and fish porridge, sliced ​​ham, and two dishes: fresh mushrooms and bok choy.

Shen Lingjun couldn't get out of bed, so she ate in bed. When she tried to lift her hand, it was trembling and limp, and she couldn't muster any strength.

Mo Zhonggui took the bowl: "I'll feed you."

Shen Lingjun took a bite from his hand and then glared at him fiercely.

Mo Zhonggui remained calm and let her glare at him.

Shen Lingjun was severely exhausted this time. He had been sleeping all day, and after eating, he felt sleepy again, so he continued to sleep until the next morning when he felt more energetic and was able to get out of bed.

Doctors cannot heal themselves. In her condition, she was too embarrassed to prescribe medicine for herself. It took her several days to gradually recover.

Fortunately, Mo Chonggui cannot remain idle at home forever. He is temporarily in charge of the court and overseeing state affairs, and must attend court early every morning. Moreover, with the change of imperial power and the unstable political situation, there are still many things to handle and keep him busy.

They usually leave early and return late. Even if they have to bother Shen Lingjun, at least they can't bother her until the middle of the night like before, which would be better.

A few days later, Xue Qian came to see the two of them when Mo Chonggui returned to the mansion.

"I am deeply grateful to His Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the Crown Princess for rescuing my younger sister from the palace. Now that His Highness the Crown Prince has gained power, I feel that I am of no use anymore. I have no desire to compete for favor, and I do not wish to enter the palace again in this life. I only ask for His Highness the Crown Prince's grace to let my younger sister and me leave so that we can live ordinary lives without having to worry about our lives day and night. That would be my greatest fortune."

Previously, Xue Qian had sent Huo Tingsheng false information, and Mo Zhonggui had already taken her younger sister Xue Kui out of the palace and settled her outside.

Mo Zhonggui brought down Huo Tingsheng, and Xue Qian played a significant role in the process. Shen Lingjun intends to keep his previous promise and let the Xue sisters go wherever they want and live a stable and prosperous life.

She looked at Mo Zhonggui: "Then give them both fake household registrations and a sum of money, let them go on their own, and then the Crown Prince's Palace will say that Consort Xue has passed away. How about that? Anyway, no one is watching her now."

Mo Zhonggui thought for a moment and said, "Of course, but if Consort Xue leaves, the position of consort will be vacant. Recently, many powerful families have been eyeing the other vacant consort position. If another vacancy comes up, it will be twice as troublesome."

Xue Qian was one of their own, and possessed a rare temperament and ambition. She had no interest in vying for favor, scheming, or seizing high positions; all she wanted was freedom.

By letting Xue Qian occupy the position of concubine, Mo Zhonggui and Shen Lingjun can have peace of mind.

Shen Lingjun then said to Xue Qian, "We will keep our word, but if you can help us for a while longer and occupy this concubine position for a period of time, we will be even more grateful. I will set a time limit, at most one year, how about that? We will reward you double then. As long as we are still alive, we will guarantee that you and your sister will be worry-free for the rest of your lives."

In any case, within a year or two, Mo Zhonggui might no longer be the crown prince.

Xue Qian understood Shen Lingjun's meaning and smiled, "Your Highness is too kind. It was thanks to Your Highness's kindness that I had the opportunity I have today, and my younger sister was also saved by His Highness the Crown Prince. Even if I do more for you, it is only right and proper. How can it be considered helping? Besides, the Eastern Palace is so luxurious and I am comfortable living here. I don't have to rush to go, and I can stay as long as I want."

She knew that the Crown Prince and Crown Princess just wanted her to reserve a spot, and there was no reason for them not to let her leave. She was just staying in the Eastern Palace idly, and could earn a favor by doing so, so naturally there was no reason for her to refuse.