Zhao Zhi was also surprised by Yun Zhang's reaction. Previously, after learning that Zhao Yi was coming to Yun Dynasty, she had sent Zhu San Niang out of the palace to oversee the construction of Yunxuan Academy in Chunsheng County. The two shouldn't have met. But judging from the current situation, Zhao Yi probably already knew that Zhu San Niang, this Imperial Guard, was actually his former Empress Qin Sheng.

“Zhu San Niang…” Zhao Zhi narrowed her eyes, pondering to herself, how did Zhao Yi know about this? Could someone have tipped her off? Or did he discover some clues himself? Zhao Zhi’s gaze unconsciously sharpened.

Ignoring Zhao Zhi's current anger towards him, Yun Zhang pulled her aside and whispered, "Your Majesty, Zhu Sanniang is the head of the Imperial Phoenix Guard, bearing the heavy responsibility of protecting Your Majesty's safety. What Da Xuan seeks is indeed important, but to sacrifice the internal stability of Yun Dynasty would be a shortsighted move."

Zhao Zhi was furious. She thought to herself, "If you hadn't caused this trouble, why would we have needed to sacrifice Zhu San Niang? If I wanted to release Zhu San Niang, why would I deliberately send her to Chun Sheng County?"

Yunzhang continued, "Most importantly, Zhu Sanniang has been helping you review memorials and knows many secrets of the court. If she changes her mind, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Zhao Zhi understood perfectly; this was probably the main reason why Yun Zhang strongly opposed the conditions proposed by Zhao Yi!

“Brother Zhao, Zhu San Niang left the palace a few days ago. Regarding the selection of a replacement, our Yun Dynasty will carefully screen candidates to ensure your satisfaction. Your envoy was injured by the Imperial Nobleman, and we will do our utmost to treat him. Please leave him here to recover before returning to Da Xuan.” Zhao Zhi slowly turned to Zhao Yi and said with a smile.

"That's fine then." Zhao Yi gave Zhao Zhi a way out.

After a flurry of activity, the imperial physician wiped the fine sweat from his brow and let out a long sigh of relief, saying, "This gentleman is truly blessed with good fortune. The sword tip was perfectly positioned, just two fingers away from his heart. If it had gone any deeper, even if Hua Tuo were alive today, I'm afraid it would have been too late to save him."

Upon hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and the atmosphere subtly eased a bit.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhi's already extremely tense nerves suddenly relaxed, and her legs went weak. Fortunately, Yun Zhang reacted quickly and caught her, preventing her from falling down on the spot.

She felt a sudden darkness before her eyes, and saw stars everywhere. She muttered to herself, "Shen Hanshan, that madman, is just as good as Yun Zhang!"

Upon seeing this, the imperial physician immediately stepped forward, his tone both reproachful and concerned: "Your Majesty, you are carrying the imperial heir! How can you be so careless about yourself? Quickly, go back to the palace and rest. If anything goes wrong, this old minister cannot bear the responsibility."

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned, and then an incredulous uproar erupted.

Among the officials, Zhang Han was the first to react, kneeling on the ground and shouting, "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! The imperial lineage has been continued! This is a great fortune for our Yun Dynasty and a blessing for all the people!"

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Imperial Noble Consort!"

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations!"

The others followed suit, and for a time, congratulations echoed throughout Yunxuan Academy, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere.

Yun Zhang's expression was somewhat strange, a mixture of surprise, joy, and a barely perceptible bitterness. He was now the only one in the Empress's harem; the Empress was pregnant, and the father of the imperial child in her womb could only be him, the Imperial Noble Consort.

The feeling of suddenly becoming a father is truly bittersweet! Yun Zhang touched his head, as if he had a huge green hat on it.

He forced a smile and said reproachfully, "Your Majesty, why didn't you say so sooner? Our Yun Dynasty is about to have another new addition to the family; this is double happiness!"

Zhao Zhi was half-supported and half-carried by Yun Zhang, and managed to force a smile.

She looked at Shen Hanshan, who was still unconscious, and her gaze met Zhao Yi's probing look. She quickly looked away guiltily.