Chapter 281 [Winning Numbness]

Xue Wei and Hou Xiaoxiao flattered him one after another, and the Emperor Qingning, who had been very worried, was now very happy. He said to the Prince of Jin, "Second brother, you really married a good wife!"

Prince Jin, who had carefully planned for tonight for several months, was finally praised by the emperor, and it was all thanks to Hou Xiaoxiao!

Prince Jin had a constipated look on his face, unable to express his grievances. He could only respond to Emperor Qingning's words with a wry smile: "Your Majesty is right. It is truly a blessing for me to have such a princess."

He almost squeezed out the last few words through gritted teeth.

He used his eyes to frantically hint at Hou Xiaoxiao, asking her to say a few good words for him, and whispered, "Just say that I asked you to use the Gu worm to pass the message outside the palace."

At this time, Emperor Qingning was already preparing to reward Hou Xiaoxiao. He asked, "Princess Jin has already been granted a first-rank imperial title. What other rewards do you want?"

Hou Xiaoxiao ignored the frantic hints from Prince Jin's eyes and said, "Your Highness, I do not want any reward. I pray that Your Majesty take care of your health and that the country and the people live in peace and prosperity."

It was nice talk, but how could the emperor really not give it? This was a life-saving favor, and he had to reward it handsomely for the sake of face.

"Reward! Reward is what is deserved!"

After hearing this, Hou Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "Then please, Your Majesty, reward me with some jewelry made by the Imperial Household Department. I really like these beautiful little things."

The jewels in the palace were exquisitely crafted. Just picking out an ordinary piece would easily cost over 100,000 yuan in modern times, not to mention a whole box as a reward.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Qingning waved his hand and said casually, "Zhou Jushan, tell the Imperial Household Department to prepare!"

"A reward of ten thousand taels of gold, and a selection of jewelry and head ornaments."

After Emperor Qingning said this, he immediately realized that Eunuch Zhou had just been carried away.

Habit is really a terrible thing. Emperor Qingning remembered Zhou Jushan again. He was really not used to the absence of Eunuch Zhou.

Zhou Jushan was lying on his bed watching the livestream in the group chat. Seeing this, he angrily punched his pillow: "I'm already in the hospital, and they're still asking me to work overtime. This old man really doesn't treat me like a human being!"

[@江麗麗: Oh, the dog emperor has realized that his world can no longer function without you.]

At this time, General Bai Min of the Cavalry also entered the palace under the leadership of the Bingmasi guards and came to the side of Emperor Qingning.

He was not wearing armor, but casual clothes. It was obvious that he had hurriedly brought people here from the mansion after hearing the news.

The General of the Cavalry had gray hair on his temples, but he looked energetic, and his gray hair added a bit of majesty and solemnity. As soon as he entered, he immediately saluted Emperor Qingning and expressed his loyalty: "Seeing that the emperor is safe and sound, I am relieved."

He glanced at his granddaughter Hou Xiaoxiao and saw that she was fine, and the General of the Cavalry felt relieved.

"During today's unrest, I can see that there are many loyal and righteous people around me. I will not treat you unfairly."

Emperor Qingning: "General Bai, what reward do you want? How about I appoint you as the Grand General?"

The general of the cavalry immediately showed a look of panic on his face. He bowed to the emperor and said, "I am old. I ask Your Majesty to give me good farmland instead of promotion."

Emperor Qingning: "Then I will grant you ten thousand acres of fertile land!"

As long as the reward is given without seeking fame, it is exactly what Emperor Qingning wants. Otherwise, he would have to worry about what position to put the person in so as to give him enough face without affecting his current arrangements.

After saying this, Emperor Qingning turned his gaze to Xia Su, the commander of the military department, who was standing respectfully beside him.

"Xia Su, you have saved the emperor and are a great hero today. What do you want?"

Emperor Qingning was actually a little tired, but the court was in turmoil right now, and it was the time to win over the hearts of the people.

Xia Su bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I have no other request but that my sister be safe."

Just now, the guards from the Military Affairs Department came to inform the emperor that Concubine Rou had been frightened and was now in labor.

Thinking of this, a look of shame flashed in Emperor Qingning's eyes. Xia Su risked his life to save himself and broke into the palace to save him, but his biological sister fell into danger. Fortunately, there was...

Emperor Qingning asked the guard who brought him the news, "Just now, you sent someone to report which imperial physician assisted Concubine Rou in childbirth?"

Guard: "Your Majesty, it was the judge of the Qi Court who stayed on duty in the palace! It is said that when the rebels were about to execute Concubine Rou, he came to her aid and persuaded the rebels to let Concubine Rou go free. They also agreed to let him deliver Concubine Rou's baby."

At this time, the nanny beside Concubine Rou was led into Xingqing Palace by the guards.

Emperor Qingning was worried about Concubine Rou's unborn child. After recognizing the nanny as the one he had assigned to Concubine Rou, he hurriedly asked, "How is Concubine Rou now?"

The nanny wiped away her tears excitedly and said, "Your Majesty, Concubine Rou and her child are safe!"

"Congratulations to the Emperor for having another prince!"

When Emperor Qingning heard the nanny's reply, all the depression in his heart disappeared!

He had just dealt with a bad son, and God sent him a new prince!

The newly born fourth prince has the Xia family behind him, and a situation of mutual checks and balances has been achieved among the princes.

Emperor Qingning asked the eunuch beside him, "Has Doctor Xu, who is helping Concubine Rou with her pregnancy, been summoned from outside the palace?"

Eunuch: "Your Majesty, Doctor Xu is still upstairs."

Upon hearing this, the nanny said, "Your Majesty, the Empress has a request. She would like the Court Judge Qi to be responsible for the Empress's postpartum care."

"During the chaos just now, the Imperial Hospital's Qi Yuanpan risked his life to save the Empress and delivered the baby. The Empress now trusts Qi Yuanpan."

The nanny had been with Concubine Rou for a long time and was very flexible. She embellished the story of how Qi Yuanpan risked his life to save Concubine Rou in front of Xingqing Palace and reported it to the emperor.

Emperor Qingning's expression was moved after hearing this. "Master Qi truly embodies the meaning of a doctor with a compassionate heart!"

"I agreed to Concubine Rou's request."

Emperor Qingning folded the beads in his hand and said, "Concubine Rou, at the critical moment of life and death, gave birth to my son. This is truly a meritorious service. I will promote her to the rank of Imperial Concubine and will confer her the title of Imperial Concubine on an auspicious day."

When he said this, he unconsciously glanced in the direction of Xin Yingshu, but then looked away after realizing it.

"Qi Yun, the Chief Judge of the Imperial Hospital, assisted Concubine Rou in giving birth to an heir to the throne. He was then promoted to Chief of the Imperial Hospital, given a three-year salary, and granted the privilege of free access to the palace to care for Concubine Rou."

After rewarding Qi Yun, Emperor Qingning finally looked in the direction of Xin Yingshu. After Concubine Ying came out of the cold palace, she had been very cold to Emperor Qingning, and Emperor Qingning did not want to face her.

Xin Yingshu's assistance today truly surprised Emperor Qingning. "Princess Ying, you saved me today. What do you want?"

Xin Yingshu glanced at Emperor Qingning indifferently and said, "I don't want anything. The palace was in turmoil today and I'm really tired. I'll take my leave now."

Xin Yingshu took his men away, but Emperor Qingning was not at peace at all.

Emperor Qingning rewarded a series of people, including the poisonous insects raised by Hou Xiaoxiao, who were given a golden insect basket as their new home by the emperor. However, among this group of people, there was no Prince Jin who had worked so hard for today.