Compared to the Queen, who was the leader of the abortion squad.

Consort Xu was never a member of the abortion squad; on the contrary, she never plotted to harm any imperial heir.

At the time, the Emperor also favored Xu Qingzhi as his Empress.

However, the emperor was wary of the Xu family's power and feared that the Xu family would control the court and the harem.

They sidelined the emperor, supported his relatives, launched a palace coup, and plotted to assassinate him.

The Emperor was then forced to suppress Xu Qingzhi, giving her only the rank of Imperial Concubine.

Consort Xu did not plot against the Empress or vie for the Empress's throne.

She simply stayed obediently in her position as a Noble Consort.

The Empress, however, always regarded Consort Xu as a thorn in her side.

We must find a way to bring her down.

Now, it was originally thought that after Xu Qingshan returned to the court, the Xu family would be deliberately suppressed by the emperor.

Unexpectedly, a decree granting him immunity from death and a sword to execute the emperor were bestowed upon him!

Isn't this deliberately elevating the Xu family?

This makes it impossible for her, the empress, and her family to save face!

This is clearly using the Xu family to slap the Empress's family in the face!

Consort Xu received this honor only because of her family background.

His eyes remained calm, without a trace of pride, and even carried a hint of sorrow.

The higher you stand, the harder you fall. Consort Xu understood this principle, and naturally felt uneasy and apprehensive.

At this moment, the little baby voice rang out again.

Alright! The protagonist of today's banquet has achieved the ending he wanted. Now, it's just some polite small talk, which I'm not going to listen to!

[Mommy, eat more fruit! Because I want some.]

Consort Jin immediately picked up an orange, broke it open, and took a bite.

The sweet, childlike voice rang out again.

[It's so sour! I don't like it! I don't like it!]

This little princess is quite picky about food!

Consort Jin picked up a grape, ate one, and then...

A sweet, childlike voice rang out!

【Oh my, these grapes are so sweet! Mommy, eat more! I want more!】

Consort Jin then silently began peeling the grapes and eating them.

It has to be said that being able to hear the fetus's heartbeat is a great thing for the mother!

The mother can know any condition of the fetus at any time!

If the baby is born safely without any accidents, that's naturally a good thing.

But if anything unexpected happens, we can respond immediately!

Of course, you can also prepare food that the fetus likes according to its taste.

For the mother, it allows her to know the baby's condition inside her belly at any time.

Knowing that the fetus is growing healthily, eating and sleeping, sleeping and eating, is a very happy and reassuring thing!

No need to worry about this indicator being too low or that indicator being too high!

Qianqian ate her fill of grapes.

[Delicious! Mom, I've never eaten such delicious grapes before!]

Ye Ling saw it all.

They immediately knew what kind of fruit to send over that day.

After the celebration banquet.

Everyone left.

With the Emperor's permission, Consort Xu personally escorted Xu Qingshan out of the palace.

Xu Qingshan cherishes this rare time he spends with his daughter.

But they didn't forget to give instructions.

"Right now, our Xu family is at the height of its power. You must not lose your composure in the palace. The higher you stand, the harder you fall. All the honors we have received are given by the royal family. In the end, we are all servants of the royal family."

"Only by maintaining a calm and composed mind and refraining from any transgressions can you remain in your position of honor within the harem!"

Xu Qingzhi nodded.

"Father, don't worry, I remember."

"Did the imperial physicians treat you again? Are you still able to have children?"

Xu Qingzhi shook her head.

"The imperial physician said that my daughter's uterus was born with a deformity, and the fetus could not stay inside. My daughter will never be able to have children in her life."

Xu Qingshan sighed, heartbroken that his daughter couldn't be a mother.

"Women in the harem who have no children will have a very difficult life. Fortunately, you have a father and brothers to rely on. No one in the palace will dare to make things difficult for you, nor will anyone harm you or your children."

"I heard that the Empress has made a mistake. You will temporarily take over the management of the six palaces in her stead. Remember not to be too flamboyant, but also not to be without dignity."

"Father, rest assured, I have remembered."

After sending Xu Qingshan out of the palace.

Xu Qingzhi felt a tightness in her chest because she was reluctant to part with him.

Then he went for a walk in the Imperial Garden.

Just then, they saw Consort Jin feeding the fish by the fishpond.

Consort Jin immediately rose and prepared to curtsy.

Xu Qingzhi reached out to stop her.

"You are pregnant, so you may dispense with the formalities."

"Thank you, Consort Xu."

Wow! Consort Xu is truly magnanimous! Much better than that seemingly generous but inwardly treacherous Empress!

Xu Qingzhi was taken aback.

She was certain she had just heard a baby's voice.

The palace maids and eunuchs around them, however, remained expressionless, as if they hadn't heard anything.

But there are no children around here. Could this baby voice be coming from the fetus inside Consort Jin's belly?

Could it be that Consort Jin's pregnancy is a manifestation of the Purple Star?

[Oh dear, we haven't thanked Consort Xu yet! She spoke up for my mother last night! I can imagine how terrible the Empress's expression must have been, without even seeing it!]

[I want to cheer for Consort Xu! May Consort Xu forever be young and beautiful! Graceful and elegant! A woman of unparalleled majesty!]

Xu Qingzhi's expression was indifferent.

But I felt much happier.

This little princess isn't even born yet, and she already has such a sweet tongue.

When she's old enough to talk someday, won't I be praising her to the skies?

Consort Jin did not forget to express her gratitude.

"Thank you for your help last night, Consort Xu."

Xu Qingzhi waved her hand.

"You don't need to thank me. I'm just stating the facts. Although I've never had any dealings with you, I know that you and the Emperor were truly in love back then. Even though the Emperor later became cold towards you, you never complained about him, let alone had an affair."

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