Chapter 89 Chapter 89 Concubine Shu's Second Day

Shen Qing and Ji Can have become very good friends. Ji Can never forgets her whenever he has eaten something delicious, and she will tell Ji Can anything interesting she finds.

The Queen tacitly allowed Ji Can to come to her, probably because she believed that she would not harm Ji Can, and even had the ability to protect Ji Can.

In the Imperial Garden, the person who played with Ji Can mainly was the eunuch Wenxi. Wenxi was white and plump, and he could often make the eldest prince laugh.

The eldest prince was not a dull person. In this respect, he was more like the queen. The queen also loved to travel around to enjoy the scenery, but gradually, she left Kunning Palace less and less often.

Shen Qing had also seen the second and third princes. The second prince always looked timid, tugging at Concubine Xian's clothes, trying to hide behind her, but usually only covered his eyes, leaving half of his body exposed. The third prince was very quiet, with a pair of black and bright eyes, and Concubine De was very satisfied with his obedience. The three princes were all good-looking, with soft and white skin and superior facial features. At a young age, one could see their future elegance.

After taking care of the child for the day, Shen Qing personally sent the eldest prince back to Kunning Palace. The eldest prince's excitement had slightly passed, and he was afraid that he would be sleepy soon.

The queen came out in person, took the tired eldest prince in her arms, and said with a gentle smile: "Thank you for your hard work, sister."

"This is what I should do. Your Highness is also very cute."

The Queen's smile was even more sincere, and she asked the palace servants to prepare bird's nests and send them to Chengqian Palace. Even though she knew that Chengqian Palace had everything it needed, the exchanges between Kunning Palace and Chengqian Palace had always been like this, and the palace was accustomed to the harmonious relationship between the Queen and Concubine Shu.

Shen Qing did not refuse. She thanked the queen happily and then left with the palace maids.

On the way back to Chengqian Palace, Baitao, Baiying and Wenxi did not mention at all that the eldest prince was so gentle and lovely, and whether their Chengqian Palace should also welcome a young master.

He just picked out and talked about some interesting things inside and outside the palace.

Because even if they are very anxious, they will be more concerned about the queen's feelings.

It has been nearly three years since the Empress became the head of Chengqian Palace, but there has been no good news. They have to prepare for the worst. Fortunately, the relationship between the Empress and the Emperor is getting better and better, and they are not at all alienated by this incident. They are slightly relieved.

After returning to Chengqian Palace, Shen Qing received a letter delivered to the palace by the Shen family outside the palace.

The family has been getting better and better in the past three years. With Shen Xiuxiu's talent for business, the Shen family will no longer fall back into poverty as they did in the past, and their reputation in the capital is gradually rising.

Shen's father and fifth brother passed the examination to become a scholar, and Shen Xiaoxiao passed the examination to become a scholar at the age of eleven. Even though Shen Qing knew that Ji Chen had found a teacher for him, he could not hide his shock when he received the news. This child was no longer smart.

As for Shen's father, although Shen Qing knew that he had a foundation, he was still surprised that his father chose this path and no longer insisted on doing business.

Rongmei is carefree, so she follows Shen Xiuxiu to broaden her horizons. Wanmei is quiet and has already found a master to learn painting.

Seeing her children gradually grow up, mother Li Yan went back to her maternal grandparents' home more often. Li Yan was the only daughter in her maternal grandparents' home. Even though her health was as good as when she was young, she couldn't help but worry about herself.

After reading it, Shen Qing wrote back the letter seriously.

In the evening, the emperor arrived at Chengqian Palace.

Shen Qing then told Ji Chen about the Shen family's affairs.

"I never thought that my father would take the imperial examination in his middle age and even get the title of scholar. If my mother goes to help my grandparents again, she might carry me like a chicken next time."

"Xiuxiu is smart since he was young, but I didn't notice that Rongmei was also interested in abacus. Wanmei's study of painting was within my expectation. She has been obsessed with scrolls since she was young."

"Fifth brother may be the smartest one in our Shen family... but not as smart as Your Majesty!"

Shen Qing put his arm around Ji Chen and talked about whatever he thought of.

Ji Chen pursed his lips and smiled, with a smile in his eyes that was obvious.

In the past, he always thought that he shouldn't show his affection, but he found that when he did so, Shen Qing would only think that it was his personality and would not think about anything else, and was quite confident in his feelings for her.

As for worrying about Shen Qing becoming arrogant because of her favor, he was more worried that she would be bullied.

If that’s the case, why does he keep his emotions hidden in front of her, and make Shen Qing guess everything?

After guessing for so long, wouldn't Shen Qing be confused?

Shen Qing said silently that she would not be confused, and as they had been together for a long time, she knew what Ji Chen meant as soon as he raised his eyes.

Unless Ji Chen's emotions were fluctuating violently, the voices he expressed to her would be sporadic and incoherent. But after such a long time, it did not prevent her from poring over Ji Chen like panning a cat and smoothing him over.

The cat named Dahu in the Qianqing Palace becomes more and more like Ji Chen in temperament as it grows up, cold and arrogant, but if you get to know Dahu's temperament, you will find that he has a very good temper under her care.

Shen Qing looked at Ji Chen with a smile.

Ji Chen sighed and said, "Qingqing, how can you say that to your mother? Your own strength has been increasing day by day, and I haven't said anything to you."

Didn’t I say that... Shen Qing’s gaze moved slightly to her arm, and then moved back. Fortunately, she didn’t use any force now.

Shen Qing snorted: "This proves that I am in good health."

She was not spoiled by the comfortable life she had now. Not only did she not give up riding and shooting, she also learned how to swim in the Mountain Resort in the sixth year of Jingming.

It has been eight years now.

"Yes, I am pleased with such a concubine."

Although Shen Qing looked like a virtuous and elegant concubine, he knew very well that even the deep palace could not wear away her spirituality.

He is always happy when he goes to Chengqian Palace.

Ji Chen thought about what happened today and asked carefully: "Qingqing likes Caner very much?"

Shen Qing nodded: "The eldest prince is lively and cheerful, and he also calls me Empress Shu in a sticky way. When I heard that, I wanted to agree to his request. And with Wenxi here, I don't need to work too hard."

Ji Chen didn't know when his hand had already reached for Shen Qing's abdomen. He lowered his eyes, and his tone was a little unconfident: "If it was your child and mine, would you love it so much?"

Shen Qing's eyes fell on Ji Chen's nose, he tilted his head, and said with a slight smile, "No."

Ji Chen paused, and before he could react, he heard Shen Qing continue:

"I will love our child, how can I just like him?"

Ji Chen's breathing became smoother, and he looked at her with a little anger: "Mischievous."

Shen Qing smiled and said, "Whether the child between me and the emperor is mediocre or smart, naughty or quiet, I will love this child."

Ji Chen is satisfied, and he will give the best to their children.

"My beloved concubine, do you prefer the princess or the prince?"

Shen Qing thought about it and decided to avoid this fatal question. After all, if she answered that she liked the princess, Ji Chen would think that she didn't love children after she gave birth to a prince. But if she said that she liked the prince, Ji Chen would unreasonably accuse her of not liking the princess, who was so good.

Actually, Ji Chen didn't have any princesses, and princesses of this dynasty didn't need to marry each other. Princess Yongfu Ji Xian also held power.

She is much more capable than her brothers. It can be seen from this that Ji Chen does not have the idea that women should take care of their husbands and children, which is a lady's idea.

Of course, it is not ruled out that Ji Chen’s brothers are too useless, which further highlights the preciousness of Princess Yongfu.

Shen Qing said: "If I give birth to a princess, I hope she will be more like her aunt Princess Yongfu. If I give birth to a prince, I hope he will be more like the emperor."

Ji Chen held Shen Qing's hand and said sincerely, "I hope that all princes and princesses will be more like you."

Shen Qing has a good personality and good looks. It would be great if the princes and princesses looked like her.

Shen Qing was amused: "Your Majesty, the child is not even here yet, why are we discussing this?"

Ji Chen said, half-truthfully, "I want to monopolize the mother's love for our child in advance."

He paused and said, "I love Qingqing too."

Shen Qing knew that his words corresponded to what she said about loving children, not liking them.

"I've known it for a long time!" He can't tell the difference between liking her and loving her.

Because Ji Chen loved her, he wanted her to be a concubine, so he wanted to have a child with her, but he didn't want her to get pregnant so early.

[What about Qingqing's attitude towards me? ]

Shen Qing said silently, there is already some love.

But if she was asked to love someone to death and be heartbroken, she couldn't do it. Some people are just meant to fall in love over time.

Shen Qing smiled and kissed Ji Chen's thin lips.

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The temperature rose sharply this summer, and in May, the palace had already started preparing to go to the mountains to escape the heat.

As a concubine, Shen Qing already had her own carriage, which was very spacious, only slightly smaller than those of the emperor and empress.

The queen was busy, and Ji Can got into Shen Qing's carriage with familiarity.

"Madam Shu!"

Shen Qing softened her heart at this call and hugged him in her arms: "Our little prince is so handsome, Madam Shu likes him so much."

Ji Can was a little embarrassed, but he had not forgotten his purpose. There was always delicious food here at Madam Shu's place.

He poked his head out of Shen Qing's arms, his eyes lit up, stared at the ice bowl and asked, "What is Madam Shu eating? Can'er wants to eat it too..."

Shen Qing understood. No wonder Ji Can came to see her so early. It turned out that he had this idea in mind.

It must be because he didn't get satisfaction from the Queen.

But the child had a weak stomach, so the queen was right not to let him eat.

"But Can'er is too young to eat these cold foods."

Ji Can raised a finger: "Can'er, just eat one bite!"

"Can'er will warm up in his mouth before swallowing it, so it won't be cold anymore."

Shen Qing thought he was so cute and that one bite would be fine, so he nodded and asked someone to prepare another portion.

The bowl of ice that he had been longing for was brought to him. Ji Can rubbed his palms together and muttered quietly, "Just one bite, one bite."

As he spoke, he picked up the spoon, quickly scooped a large spoonful, opened his bloody mouth, and stuffed it into his mouth.

Shen Qing was shocked. He did take only one bite, but he didn't expect it to be such a big bite!

Ji Can is still shaking his body, delicious!

Shen Qing couldn't help but hold her forehead with her hand, and asked someone to call the imperial physician. Only after the examination showed that Ji Can was fine did she feel relieved.

"I'm sorry, Madam Shu, for making you worry."

Shen Qing touched his head and said, "Can'er is already very well behaved. It's okay to be naughty once in a while."

"Madam Shu, when I grow up, will I be able to eat anything and how much I eat like you without telling you?"

She sounded like a foodie... Shen Qing said gently, "Of course, Can'er needs to grow up quickly and safely. When you grow up, you will find that the adult world is very exciting."

Ji Can waved her hand and said, "Can'er wants to eat all the delicacies in the world."

Shen Qing enviously said, "Madam Shu wants it too!"