Early the next morning.

After Zhao Yuancheng left the court, he went straight to Bixia Palace. At that time, Concubine Dong was sitting by the bed and talking with Concubine Qian when she heard the emperor coming.

A blush crept up on Dong Cairen's face. "This concubine pays respects to the Emperor. May the Emperor live long and well."

"Get up."

Zhao Yuancheng passed by Concubine Dong and slowly walked to Concubine Qian's bedside and sat down. He looked at her pale face and asked with pity, "Are you feeling better?"

Concubine Qian lowered her eyes slightly and said weakly, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am fine."

"That's good. I've already instructed the Imperial Hospital to take good care of your body. You're still young, and you'll have children in the future."

"yes."

Concubine Qian agreed reluctantly and then talked about Concubine Shu being confined to her house. "Your Majesty, may I ask for a favor from you?"

Zhao Yuancheng held Lady Qian's hand and said, "You can talk as much as you want."

"As the saying goes, ignorance is not a crime. Speaking carefully, this matter cannot be entirely blamed on Concubine Shu. Even I did not expect that I was pregnant, let alone Concubine Shu. I think it is better to end this matter here. Concubine Shu is your cousin after all, and I do not want you to worry about these trivial matters in the harem."

Zhao Yuancheng's eyes were filled with relief. "I'm glad you think so, but after all, the child in your belly was lost because of Concubine Shu's recklessness. If I don't punish Concubine Shu, it would be unfair to you. Besides, the Queen Mother has already issued an order, so I can't say anything."

"Yes, it was my fault that I was reckless."

"You're not reckless, you're kind." Zhao Yuancheng tucked the quilt in for Lady Qian and said gently, "If everyone were like you, I'd have much less trouble."

As he spoke, Zhu Yu, who was standing outside, came in and reported, "Your Majesty, the Queen Mother ordered someone to send something to Concubine Qian."