Chapter 179 The Cannon Fodder Concubine of the Harem - Taking Action

After Consort Shu left, Emperor Jingping sighed softly, sat back down in his chair, and gently massaged his temples.

Yao Yao, who had always been treated as an invisible person, saw Emperor Jingping's headache and quietly walked to his side, extending her slender and delicate hands to gently massage him.

"Your Majesty, please don't be too sad," Yao Yao said softly, trying to comfort you.

Emperor Jingping nodded slightly, his voice tinged with weariness: "I just didn't expect them to do such a thing."

“Your Majesty, people’s hearts are unpredictable, you don’t need to blame yourself too much,” Yao Yao tried to comfort him.

Emperor Jingping glanced at Yaoyao, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He suddenly grasped Yaoyao's hand and said:

"Yaoyao, I'm sorry you had to go through this today."

Yao Yao's heart softened, and she straddled Emperor Jingping, saying coquettishly:

"Your Majesty, I am truly moved. Thank you for trusting me and not questioning me right away."

Emperor Jingping smiled, put his arm around Yaoyao's waist, and said, "Yaoyao, of course I believe in you."

"Your Majesty~ You're so kind!" Yao Yao said sweetly, burying her head in Emperor Jingping's neck as the two embraced tightly.

Emperor Jingping smiled indulgently, reaching out to gently stroke Yaoyao's hair, feeling her body temperature and soft strands, his heart filled with happiness and contentment.

Emperor Jingping knew he had changed; in front of the woman in his arms, he was no longer himself.

Yao Yao was immersed in the warmth of being embraced by Emperor Jingping. At that moment, it seemed as if only the two of them existed in the world.

At that moment, time seemed to stand still, and everything became so beautiful and peaceful.

*

The news of Consort Li being banished to the Cold Palace was like a boulder thrown into a lake, causing ripples everywhere!

The entire harem was shocked, and the court and the public were also in a state of astonishment.

Everyone knew that Consort Li had been banished to the Cold Palace for framing Yao Yao. Some people applauded, while others felt the punishment was too harsh.

Emperor Jingping's decisive action surprised and astonished everyone.

Because no one was actually harmed in this matter, Emperor Jingping still did not hesitate to send Consort Li to the Cold Palace, which shows his firm determination and ruthless side.

This action not only demonstrated his majesty as emperor, but also showed his emphasis on the order of the harem.

The emperor's authority was fully demonstrated at this moment, and even if they were dissatisfied, no one dared to challenge him.

Although the Emperor did not harbor any resentment towards Consort Li's family because of the Consort Li incident, astute officials had already quietly distanced themselves from Consort Li's family.

As for the fact that Consort Shu was confined, although not many people knew about it, her family members, the people of the Marquis of Dingyuan's mansion, were still somewhat flustered.

Marquis Dingyuan also learned of his daughter's plans. This time, he personally stepped forward and found the wandering female doctor whom his son liked, to pave a way for his daughter.

In a private room of a teahouse in Beijing, a middle-aged man sat upright at the table, dressed in a dark robe, exuding a calm and reserved demeanor.

His gaze calmly fell on the young woman opposite him, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes, so quick that she didn't notice.

Looking at the dignified yet elegant middle-aged man in front of her, Ouyang Yunduo couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

He was the father of the man she loved, a man who inspired awe in her.

The two sat facing each other, the atmosphere somewhat awkward.

"My lord, may I ask what brings you to see me today?" Ouyang Yunduo spoke first.

Marquis Dingyuan picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and went straight to the point: "Miss Ouyang, I won't beat around the bush. Do you know Xingzhou's sister, who is Consort Shu in the palace?"

Ouyang Yunduo nodded: "I've heard a little about it."

Marquis Dingyuan continued, "Consort Shu suffered a difficult childbirth when she gave birth to the Second Princess, which made it difficult for her to conceive again. I would like to ask for your help, young lady, to help Consort Shu conceive the imperial heir."

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Yunduo was greatly shocked. "My lord, you overestimate me! I am just an ordinary female physician. How could I possibly have such abilities?"

Marquis Dingyuan smiled, showing no displeasure at her refusal, and continued:

“Miss Ouyang, Xingzhou told me that you are a disciple of Master Zhou. I have heard that Master Zhou has a secret medicine pill that can help women conceive. If you are willing to help, the Marquis of Dingyuan’s mansion will reward you handsomely after it is done.”

Ouyang Yunduo gritted her teeth and insisted on refusing, saying, "My lord, I cannot agree to this. It is a secret medicine that my master spent years making; it is not something I can decide!"

Marquis Dingyuan sighed and said with a dejected expression:

"Since childhood, Consort Shu has doted on Xingzhou the most. Whenever there is something good, the first thing she thinks of is her younger brother Xingzhou. The two siblings are indeed born of the same mother, both of them are stubborn and strong-willed."

"Consort Shu's obsession is to give birth to a son for His Majesty. Even if the hope is slim, she will try her best. Xingzhou tells me every day that he feels sorry for his sister, Consort Shu."

“When Xingzhou first told me that he would marry no one but me in this life, I slapped him. I could not accept a woman of unknown origin as the future mistress of the Marquis’s mansion.”

“Even though I was so determined, Xingzhou didn’t give up. He and his sister are both stubborn. Xingzhou asked his mother and sister to act as intermediaries so that he could marry you into the Marquis’s mansion.”

"Consort Shu also advised me to agree to your marriage. She said that she and Xingzhou are both stubborn, and she knows the pain of not being able to get what you want. She has experienced persisting without hope, so she hopes that Xingzhou can realize his wish."

“Yun Duo, you are a good girl. I am a father, and I want both my children to be happy!”

"Yun Duo, your uncle promises you, as long as you can get Consort Shu pregnant, I will definitely let Xing Zhou marry you into the Marquis's mansion!"

Marquis Dingyuan spoke frankly, and no one could tell how much of his words were true and how much was false, but at least Ouyang Yunduo was moved to tears.

I was moved by the paternal love of the Marquis of Dingyuan and the sibling affection between Consort Shu and Zhu Xingzhou.

After a long silence, Ouyang Yunduo finally raised her head and looked at the Marquis of Dingyuan in front of her. She took a deep breath and slowly said, "I... will give it a try."

Although these three words were spoken very softly, it was as if they had used all the strength in the body.

*

In the bright sunshine of March, the breath of spring gradually intensifies, the earth begins to revive, and all things burst forth with vitality.

A new force is emerging.

And in this beautiful season, joyous news also came from the palace—Consort Jiaxian is pregnant!

This news was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up the harem once again.