The Eldest Daughter Returns: Imperial Uncle, I'm Pregnant!

After returning home, Xu Mama told Princess Zirui everything she had seen at the Chu Prince's residence and what she had said to the Chu Princess, almost word for word.

Princess Zirui seemed to be deep in thought after hearing this.

"It seems that the Princess Consort of Chu holds a very high position in the Chu Prince's residence. Have you seen the Prince of Chu?"

“This servant did not see the King of Chu, but this servant has inquired and it seems that the King of Chu went to the southern border and only left in the last few days.”

Hearing that the King of Chu was not there, she felt a little regretful. Her goal was to be on good terms with the King of Chu's family so that she could get revenge for her daughter. Now that the King of Chu was gone, she didn't know if this young princess could keep those people in check.

“Princess, this servant thinks that this princess looks young, but she is not easy to get along with. Just the way she handles things shows that she is no ordinary person.”

Princess Zirui nodded. "Very well, since the Prince of Chu values ​​this Princess Consort so much, even if he's in the capital, he'll probably let her know about the affairs of the women in the inner quarters. By the way, have you inquired about Xiaoyan?"

"The Marquis of Yi'an's residence is heavily guarded, so we couldn't find out anything. It's pretty much the same as what we knew before: our young lady did indeed have a miscarriage and is in very poor health."

"Tell me, how could she miscarry out of nowhere? Is there some kind of vixen around the young master?" Princess Zirui immediately thought of the shady dealings in the inner quarters.

"No, the young master has never taken a concubine. He has always stayed with our young lady. Even the Su family from the Marquis of Yi'an's residence only came after the young lady had a miscarriage. So there should be no connection between them."

"Alright, we'll go see Xiaoyan in a few days and we'll know what's going on."

No sooner had she finished speaking than a girl's voice came from the doorway: "Mother, Qian'er has come to have dinner with you."

Zhu Qian'er was an illegitimate child in the family, and she was not particularly liked by her. However, since Xiao Yan got married, this child had been by her side, which helped her relieve her boredom.

"Come in quickly, I was just saying I was going to visit your older sister. You can pack your things and come with me."

"I'm so happy to finally see my big sister! I made a lot of handkerchiefs and forehead bands to give to her."

Seeing this innocent and carefree child, Princess Zirui felt somewhat relieved.

"You're a good person, so you should comfort your sister properly when the time comes."

"Mother, please don't worry!"

Ning Er also brought news from the Chu Prince's residence.

"How about it?"

"Your Highness, I have investigated the matter you requested." However, Ning Er's expression was indeed not very good.

"What's with that expression? Just answer the Princess's question," Siqi urged from the side.

"Your Highness, the Second Prince does indeed have problems. He's keeping a bunch of boys in a courtyard on the outskirts of the capital..."

Gu Qingwan, who was drinking water, almost spat it out when she heard this, and even Princess Qinghe, who was standing next to her, was shocked.

"Second Prince, what's the point of raising so many boys? Is it because the Second Prince's Consort has no children and wants to adopt one? If so, she should at least find one from among the concubines, or even adopt one from the imperial clan. Children brought in from outside will inevitably confuse the royal bloodline."

Gu Qingwan felt that Princess Qinghe was a truly innocent child; even being raised in the palace hadn't diminished her kindness.

Ning Er continued, "No, the information I've gathered is that these are all the Second Prince's male favorites. The Second Prince is extremely fond of gentle and scholarly men, and the better-looking they are, the more favored they are by the Second Prince."

Gu Qingwan said, "No wonder. Back then at the Marquis of Yi'an's residence, the Second Prince's favor towards Su Che was no small matter."

Princess Qinghe felt the food in her hands lose its appeal; she felt a chill and asked, "Then, Young Master Jiyue..."

It was obvious that Gu Qingwan had also thought of this problem. If we were to talk about someone who was both scholarly and handsome, then it would definitely be Young Master Jiyue.

"It shouldn't be that bad. Young Master Jiyue is skilled in martial arts, and his status is not low. Even if the Second Prince is incredibly audacious, he wouldn't dare to touch Young Master Jiyue. At most, he can only think about it."

"Just thinking about it won't do! The thought of Young Master Jiyue being targeted by someone like that makes me uncomfortable. No, this princess must go and beat him up to vent my anger!"

"Hey, hey, hey, why are you so quick to jump to conclusions? Siqi, quickly stop the princess."

Princess Qinghe was stopped and turned back before she could even step out the door, which made her so angry that she cursed and swore.

Why are you stopping me?!

"Qinghe, calm down. This is just what I found out. Even if he wanted to do something to Young Master Jiyue, you should have found out the details first. You went there rashly. If the Second Prince denies it, the Emperor will definitely reprimand you."

"That courtyard in the suburbs of Beijing is irrefutable evidence, so what are you accusing me of!"

"The Second Prince has a princess consort and concubines. He can practically keep a group of advisors in his courtyard in the suburbs of the capital. What are you going to say about that?"

Qinghe moved her lips, but ultimately said nothing. She sat down in the armchair dejectedly and said, "Then what do you suggest we do? We can't just wait until he really has his eye on Young Master Jiyue before we start talking, can we? By then, it will be too late."

"Don't worry, I'm here to help, so you can rest assured."

Gu Qingwan spent a lot of effort to finally appease Princess Qinghe. After Princess Qinghe left, she called Ning Er into the study.

"Go ahead."

"Your Highness, the Second Prince is indeed a homosexual. The reason why the Second Prince's household has no heir for so long is because of this. I think the Second Prince's wife should also know about this. Moreover, what I didn't mention earlier is that when I was eavesdropping, I did hear a conversation between the Marquis of Yi'an's heir and the Second Prince. They were plotting how to bring Young Master Su Che and Young Master Ji Yue into their lives. In fact, it seems that the Second Prince is still harboring wicked intentions."

"Does he really dare to make a move on Young Master Jiyue?"

Gu Qingwan thought about it and realized it was indeed possible. If the Second Prince invited Young Master Jiyue to sit down, and something really happened, Young Master Jiyue would have no choice but to swallow his pride and bear it.

If this gets out, the royal family will lose face. But the emperor won't actually execute his son for this. However, Young Master Jiyue will be ruined. If Young Master Jiyue is ruined, then the Marquis of Yongyi's mansion is finished.

From another perspective, if Young Master Jiyue suppresses and remains silent about this matter, then the Second Prince will have leverage over the Marquis of Yongyi's mansion in the future, and Young Master Jiyue will find a way to protect the mansion.

No wonder the Second Prince set his sights on Yanran at the flower-viewing banquet at his residence. He probably had ulterior motives and was still after Young Master Jiyue.