Quick Transmigration: The Green Tea Mistress's Guide to Seduction - A Master's Handbook

While the two of them were busy, the other rightful owner of Chunhui Garden was not in Chunhui Garden, but at the residence of the Imperial Concubine.

The imperial concubine leaned against the soft pillows on the couch, while Fang Ruo behind her was diligently massaging her shoulders.

"Did the imperial physician tell you this himself, or did you discover it yourself?" The Imperial Concubine's sharp gaze fell on Luo Qingran, who was standing in front of her.

"It was...it was the prince's behavior that made him feel awkward saying it, so I remembered what my mother had said before," Luo Qingran replied cautiously, her eyes slightly lowered.

Upon hearing this, the Imperial Concubine's eyes turned cold, and she rebuked, "What did I say!"

Luo Qingran realized in an instant that she had said the wrong thing. The last time, the Imperial Concubine had not even mentioned this matter. At most, she had asked Aunt Fang Ruo to give her a packet of medicine powder.

After all, it was her son's bedroom affair, and she really shouldn't have said it so casually. Luo Qingran quickly apologized, saying that she had misremembered.

"You are now a proper princess, not a lowly concubine's daughter from the Grand Commandant's household. You must always remember your status in your words and actions, and not dishonor it," the Imperial Concubine admonished.

"Your subject understands." Luo Qingran was almost covered in a cold sweat.

Seeing her expression, the Imperial Concubine's face softened a bit. "I know you came here today for the sake of the Fifth Prince. I chose you because you are steady and can take good care of him. Now that he has woken up, you two are husband and wife, and it is the perfect time to nurture your relationship. This matter has indeed delayed things."

The Imperial Concubine seemed to be deep in thought. "Men care about their image in public, and I don't want anyone to know about this."

Luo Qingran shook her head repeatedly, "Nobody knows."

"Good child." The Imperial Concubine's expression softened further. She gestured for Luo Qingran to come forward and took her hand. "I know you've worked so hard, but now that you're his princess, you have to take responsibility. When he recovers, you'll benefit from it too."

"This is what I should do." Luo Qingran's face showed a slight shyness mixed with a hint of joy.

The Imperial Concubine's attitude was like giving her a reassurance.

"If Fang Ruo knows a little about medicine, you can talk to her about the Fifth Prince's condition so that I can be at ease." The Imperial Concubine's words were loaded with meaning.

Luo Qingran immediately understood that this meant she was to talk to Fang Ruo about this privately and get some more medicine.

Her heart gradually filled with joy.

The Imperial Concubine watched the change in Luo Qingran's expression and a mocking smile curled at the corner of her lips, but Luo Qingran, who had her head down, did not see it.

When she looked up, the Imperial Concubine already had that kind motherly expression again.

"Alright, I need to rest too. Let Fang Ruo escort you back," the Imperial Concubine said, urging her to leave.

Luo Qingran agreed, glanced at Fang Ruo, and was about to leave.

"And..." the Imperial Concubine suddenly spoke up again, "There will be wild game that the Emperor has personally hunted tonight as a reward. You and Fifth Prince should come over then. Your Second Prince and Second Princess will also be coming, so it can be considered a family feast at my palace."

"Yes."

Luo Qingran's voice was filled with joy; the Imperial Concubine rarely treated her with such kindness.

She sometimes felt strange, as the Imperial Concubine's attitude towards her seemed to fluctuate between hot and cold.

But such mild moments are rare.

Perhaps because of Prince Shen's health, he felt a little guilty towards her, his only queen.

However, Luo Qingran's idea vanished without a trace during the family dinner that evening.

Seeing the several beauties who had come to serve her before the food was even served, she felt her handkerchief hidden in her sleeve was almost torn to shreds.

She knew all the palace maids who usually served the Imperial Concubine, and these few extra, pretty maids were definitely not from the garden.

But since the Imperial Concubine didn't mention it, even if she had some guesses, there was nothing she could do.

"Your father hunted these by himself today, so you should all try them," the Imperial Concubine said, looking at the dishes that were served.

"Did Father go hunting today?" Prince Ling asked.

"I went there for a while this morning, only taking the seventh prince and some guards with me." The Imperial Concubine looked at Prince Ling.

"The seventh prince is young and has a lively personality." Upon hearing this, Prince Ling felt much relieved and didn't pay much attention.

If it were any other adult brother, he would have to consider whether there were other intentions, but if it were the seventh brother, there would be no need to worry at all.

Not to mention his immaturity, his mother's lowly bloodline also destined him to have no competitive edge.

That was exactly what the Imperial Concubine meant. The fact that the Emperor didn't take any of his potential princes hunting meant that the message he was sending was left to individual speculation.

Your heart is unpredictable.

No one knows whether it was because the person he wanted to bring was unwell or just a passing whim.

Ling Wang's gaze shifted to Shen Wang.

"It's a pity that Fifth Brother's health hasn't fully recovered yet, otherwise he would have been the one to accompany Father on the hunt today," Prince Ling said loudly.

Upon hearing this, Prince Shen simply sat there lazily, his voice tinged with melancholy, "Second brother, please don't tease me. I can barely ride a horse now, let alone hunt."

Hearing him say that, Prince Ling gave him a genuine smile. “It’s alright. You should take good care of your health now and shine brightly during the spring hunt.”

"I'm afraid I'll have to beg my second brother to share some of the prey with me to make a good impression, so I don't embarrass myself," Prince Shen said helplessly.

"Don't be silly, with Physician Zhou's treatment, your health will surely improve." Prince Ling was probably swayed by the implication in Prince Shen's words, and now he was putting on the airs of an elder brother.

"It's fine if others comfort me, but Second Brother, please don't try to coax me." Prince Shen shook his head to himself.

"Alright, now that you're recuperating, you don't need to go to the battlefield anymore. I'm much more at ease this way. It's good that you're married and have children right here in front of me. That's what I, your mother, truly wish for." The Imperial Concubine spoke with a meaningful tone.

"My son will definitely work hard."

“You only have one princess right now, and she has to take care of your daily life, so she is too busy. Fortunately, your father has arranged for me to prepare two palace maids for you. They are both well-educated and can keep you company as concubines.”

Following the words of the Imperial Concubine, two pretty palace maids who had been standing to one side stepped forward, both with excellent looks and figures.

“My mother has always favored the fifth prince,” Prince Ling said.

"Your fifth brother is unwell and needs someone to take care of him. Give him the two he has now, and I will make arrangements for you when we return to the palace," the Consort comforted him.

“Why wait until we return to the palace? It just so happens that Fifth Brother has acquired a new concubine. I think the maidservant serving behind Fifth Brother is quite nice. How about I have her? What do you think, Fifth Brother?” Ling Wang’s gaze fell on Xie Qingyu behind Shen Wang.