He Zhu spent the entire night in fear, his hands clasped together as he repeatedly prayed, "Gods and immortals, please bless the Crown Prince, the Crown Princess, and the little master in the Crown Princess's womb so that they may all be safe and sound!"

If something happens to the Crown Prince, Kangxi might be furious and all those who serve him would likely suffer.

He dared not even imagine what would happen to the Crown Prince if something happened to the Crown Princess or the child in her womb.

Over the years, thanks to the Crown Princess, the Crown Prince's temper has become much milder. Back when the Crown Princess was in Fujian, the Crown Prince was extremely irritable. If anything happened to the Crown Princess, the Crown Prince would definitely explode.

He Zhu felt that Suo'etu was taking himself too seriously and really thought that the Crown Prince wouldn't touch him. He believed that the Crown Prince would definitely not let Suo'etu off easily this time.

He was by the Crown Prince's side and knew a lot of things. The reason the Crown Prince hadn't taken action was simply because he was concerned about the late Empress, but that wouldn't be the case this time.

As for Xu Yan, she was already dead the moment she drugged the Crown Prince.

Just as dawn was breaking, the crown prince emerged from his room.

He Zhu had been guarding outside all night, and when he saw the Crown Prince come out, he immediately went to greet him.

"Take leave from me. I will not attend the morning court today! Also, summon Imperial Physician Wang to Yuqing Palace!" The Crown Prince coldly ordered He Zhu.

"Yes!" He Zhu replied, then cautiously looked up at the Crown Prince. [Why call the imperial physician? Is something wrong with the Crown Princess? But judging from the Crown Prince's appearance, it doesn't seem like it!]

"Is there anything else?" the Crown Prince asked.

"No, this servant will go right away!" He Zhu said and left immediately.

The prince walked towards the room, gently pushed open the door, carefully went inside, and quietly stood guard by the bedside.

Looking at He Xue's peaceful sleeping face, the Crown Prince's expression softened considerably.

He was careless this time; Xu Yan dared to drug him. He would not let Xu Yan off easily. As for Suo'etu, he had some things to deal with.

Soon, He Zhu arrived with Physician Wang.

"Your Highness, I pay my respects." The royal physician bowed to the crown prince.

"Take the Crown Princess's pulse carefully!" the Crown Prince said.

"Yes!" Physician Wang immediately came to the bedside and took He Xue's pulse.

After a moment, Imperial Physician Wang said, "Your Highness, the Crown Princess is fine; she is just a little tired and will be alright after a few days of rest."

The Crown Prince's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled down. "I understand!"

After hesitating for a moment, Imperial Physician Wang finally spoke up: "Your Highness, the Crown Princess is pregnant, so it would be best to moderate your sexual activity!"

The imperial physician noticed that the prince's face was a little red and his expression was somewhat unnatural, so he quickly packed his things and left.

After the imperial physician left, the crown prince sat down again by He Xue's bedside and gently stroked her cheek.

He Xue opened her sleepy eyes and yawned, "Crown Prince!"

"She's awake!" the Crown Prince said softly, his eyes filled with tenderness.

"Hmm!" He Xue gave the Crown Prince a slight smile.

"Is there anything that's bothering you?" the prince asked.

"No!" He Xue shook her head. "How are you, Crown Prince?"

"I'm fine!" The Crown Prince held He Xue in his arms. "Are you hungry? Have something to eat!"

"good!"

The Crown Prince accompanied He Xue through breakfast, then took a walk with her in the courtyard to aid digestion. Finally, he instructed Xia Bing and Qing Dai to take good care of He Xue before leaving.

"He Zhu, leave the palace and go to Suo'etu's residence!" the Crown Prince said, his eyes filled with murderous intent.