Chapter 61 Humble Status

He was relieved to leave the eldest princess to her. When Wen Wanyu heard this, she smiled bitterly. She was still very grateful to Xie Junyao for trusting her so much.

Wen Wanyu looked up at Xie Junyao and said with embarrassment: "But Your Majesty, according to the rules, I cannot..."

Xie Junyao lowered his head and thought for a moment: "My mother likes Yu'er. When she comes back, Yu'er will move to Shoukang Palace. In another month or two, my mother will be back. During this time, Yu'er will stay in Changlixuan."

Of his children, the Queen Mother loved Yu'er the most. If it weren't for Concubine Zhengui's obstruction, Yu'er would have grown up by her side. Now, with this incident, the Queen Mother would definitely not allow Yu'er to suffer any injustice.

Only then did Wen Wanyu nod with relief.

Her gaze turned to the eldest princess, and she found that she had been staring at her. However, after meeting her gaze, she shyly looked away.

Wen Wanyu smiled and said, "The Emperor hasn't asked the eldest princess for her opinion yet."

Xie Junyao put down his hand on her shoulder, walked to the bed, and asked softly, "Yu'er, are you willing?"

The eldest princess said: "I am willing."

Xie Junyao tucked the corner of the quilt for her: "Go to sleep first, the emperor and Concubine Ling have something to say."

The eldest princess: "Okay." She looked so obedient. Wen Wanyu really couldn't understand why someone would hate such a well-behaved and cute little girl.

Wen Wanyu was led out of the bedroom by Xie Junyao.

Walking along the corridor, Xie Junyao's eyes were filled with a hint of fatigue: "Tell me the truth."

Wen Wanyu couldn't help but pause: "What?"

Xie Junyao turned sideways and stood face to face with her, never letting go of her hand.

His eyes fell on her face, and he looked at her very seriously, "Are you willing to let Yu'er stay in Changlixuan temporarily? I want to hear the truth."

Wen Wanyu smiled and said, "Of course I am willing."

"The eldest princess is so well-behaved and lovable. She can chat with me, eat with me, and play with me on weekdays. I won't feel bored at all. I am very willing to do so."

Playing with her, Xie Junyao chuckled softly. After all, she was still a child.

Xie Junyao stared at her without blinking, his eyes filled with an indescribable meaning. He pursed his lips and smiled softly, "That's good."

"Then I am relieved."

Wen Wanyu looked at him with her bright eyes: "Don't worry, Your Majesty."

Xie Junyao pulled her along and walked slowly: "Why don't you ask me what I am relieved about?"

"Your Majesty, please rest assured and leave the eldest princess to me."

Xie Junyao chuckled, shook his head, lowered his eyelids, and his long raven-feather eyelashes cast shadows.

"Not exactly."

"Not entirely?" Wen Wanyu was curious: "Then what is the emperor so worried about?"

Wen Wanyu was curious but also found him baffling.

Xie Junyao looked at her, his eyes gradually becoming more emotional. "In the future, when you have a child, I won't have to worry about you not being able to take care of him."

Wen Wanyu let out an "ah", and her original shyness was diverted by his next words.

She let go of his hand, slightly annoyed, "Your Majesty, what do you mean by this? Do I look unreliable?"

What does it mean that you don’t have to worry about her not being able to take care of the child?

She turned her head away, not wanting to look at him.

A bony, slender finger tapped her forehead, cool and gentle.

"You're like a child. You can't even take care of yourself, yet you're refusing to take your medicine and asking for candied fruit."

Wen Wanyu suppressed her laughter, as it seemed to make some sense: "Oh!"

Xie Junyao glanced at her, his eyebrows raised slightly, "Wanwan also thinks she's very childish, right?"

"A little bit." Wen Wanyu's eyes were filled with joy as she chuckled, "I am loved by my father, mother, and the emperor."

Hearing this, Xie Junyao glanced at her, his lips curled up unconsciously. His voice was shadowy and filled with a hint of joy: "I am looking forward to having a child."

Wen Wanyu suddenly felt a little guilty. She had been in the palace for more than half a year and had taken more than three contraceptive pills. It was impossible for her to get pregnant for the time being.

She changed the subject: "Your Majesty, when will the eldest princess come to Changlixuan? I will have someone prepare something."

Xie Junyao caught a glimpse of the figure in the yard, and his eyes suddenly dimmed.

Wen Wanyu also looked in his direction, and after seeing who was coming, he quickly broke free from their intertwined hands.

Concubine Zhengui glanced at Wen Wanyu with disdain, walked up to Xie Junyao, and bowed, "Greetings to the Emperor."

"Why are you here?"

Concubine Zhengui's brows were filled with worry: "I am worried about Yu'er and can't let her go, so I came to see her."

Xie Junyao said "hmm": "Yu'er is fine, don't go to see her."

Concubine Zhengui bit her lip and blinked her eyes: "Your Majesty, have you decided where to send Yu'er?"

The voice of Guiguifei was already filled with tears, and she looked so aggrieved as she bit her lips and tried to hold back her sobs. How pitiful it was!

Wen Wanyu glanced at Xie Junyao furtively, wondering if she should slip away quietly, leaving them alone in their own world. But her hand was suddenly grasped, tightly.

Xie Junyao's expression didn't change at all, and his dark eyes made Concubine Zhengui feel guilty.

I heard him say in a deep voice: "Jieyu Ling."

Concubine Zhengui spoke subconsciously: "Jieyu Ling is of humble status, how could she..."

"Princely Concubine."

Concubine Zhengui felt a chill down her spine. Seeing that he was angry, she quickly knelt on the ground.

Xie Junyao's brows were gloomy, and his tone was filled with uncontrollable anger. "Jieyi Ling is my concubine, how can her status be humble? Go away."

"Your Majesty!" Concubine Zhengui had tears in her eyes.

Li Dexian stood between them and extended his hand to invite her: "Your Highness, please go back first."

Concubine Zhengui gritted her teeth and stood up: "I'll take my leave."

After Concubine Zhengui left, Xie Junyao stared at her for a moment without saying anything. Then he put his arm around Wen Wanyu's shoulders, resting his chin on her forehead, and said, "Let me hold you for a moment."

Wen Wanyu stood still, her ear pressed against his chest, and could still feel the aftershocks that had just calmed him down.

…

On the way back to Fuyao Palace, Concubine Zhengui was distracted. Linglong said, "Your Majesty, you shouldn't have angered the Emperor."

Concubine Zhengui waved her sleeves, tears welling up in her eyes: "What did I say wrong? She is just the daughter of a fifth-rank official, just a mere concubine. What qualifications does she have? How can Yu'er have a good life with her?"

Linglong sighed, "That's reasonable, but Your Majesty, you shouldn't say this in front of the Emperor."

Concubine Zhengui also couldn't control her mouth for a while.

"Your Majesty, do you intend to let the eldest princess stay at Changlixuan?"

Concubine Zhengui's expression was stern: "Of course not."

"I must bring Yu'er back."

No matter what, Yu'er is her daughter. She can only stay by her side, live in Fuyao Palace, and be close to her.