The news of Empress Dowager Jiang Yu's safe delivery spread like wildfire throughout Chongqing.

At the same time, the news of a 10% tax reduction caused almost everyone to come out of their houses and cheer, genuinely celebrating the birth of Gu Qingchen.

"Her Majesty the Empress Dowager has given birth safely!"

"The Emperor personally named him and even issued an imperial decree to bestow upon him the title of Prince Chen. From now on, he will be a master of great honor and privilege."

"What are you saying? He is the second son of the current Emperor Emeritus and Empress Dowager, and the Emperor's younger brother. He is already of the highest status."

The sound of people talking on the street came from the carriage. Kui Ruo was stunned for a moment, and then he smiled broadly.

Mother and child are safe and sound, that's wonderful.

"Return to the residence."

Upon hearing Wei Ruo's words, the coachman finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Since the Empress Dowager in the palace started her attack, the Emperor has been restless and uneasy. After canceling the morning court session, the Emperor even rode out in a carriage and stopped on the side of the street.

Although the master didn't say it, he understood that the master didn't want to send someone to the palace to wait for news, so staying here would be the fastest way to find out about the empress's situation.

The carriage wheels slowly began to turn, and Kui Ruo, relieved of the huge weight in her heart, actually fell asleep inside the carriage.

Before falling asleep, Wei Ruo was still silently repeating the name Gu Qingchen in her mind.

That's a really good name.

Not only Wei Ruo, but Xie Zhiqing and the others also breathed a sigh of relief. The capital, which had been quiet for a long time, became lively again.

Zhaoning Palace.

Qin Ke'er staggered to Zhaoning Palace, where she heard from the palace servants that Marquis Dingyuan had returned.

"My lord, is Ling Ku with you?"

Faced with Qin Ke'er's sudden question, Jiang He was momentarily taken aback.

"He didn't come with you?" The expectation in Qin Ke'er's eyes gradually faded. "It seems he didn't come with you. Oh well, I'll wait a little longer."

She thought Ling Ku had gone on a mission with Jiang He.

But now that Jiang He has returned, Ling Ku is nowhere to be found, so he was probably wrong again.

"He should be back soon."

Looking at Qin Ke'er in front of him, and then thinking of the Qin family who had suddenly appeared in Longyou and helped them a lot, Jiang He suddenly understood many things.

"Although he didn't come back with me, I can assure Miss Qin that his life is not in danger."

"So you're injured?" Qin Ke'er's eyes instantly reddened. "How badly are you injured?"

Seeing this, Jiang He waved away the surrounding palace servants. "Miss Qin, the Qin family has helped us a lot this time. I, Jiang He, owe you a favor. If you need anything in the future, please feel free to come to the Marquis of Dingyuan's residence to find me."

"I'll use that favor now."

Qin Ke'er pursed her lips. "I want to know how Ling Ku is doing now?"

"He almost lost his life before, but now he is out of danger. However, he still needs to rest and recover from his injuries, especially his left arm."

"Thank you for informing me, Your Excellency."

Qin Ke'er walked away in a daze after hearing this, but stopped after a few steps. "Then... how long will it be before he comes back?"

"Nobody can say for sure. Maybe he'll have a new mission."

"I see."

Qin Ke'er didn't say anything more and went straight back to her courtyard.

"Miss, would you like to light the sandalwood incense again today?"

"point."

Qin Ke'er murmured softly. He had indeed encountered danger; no wonder she had suddenly become uneasy.

She would pray for Ling Ku as long as he didn't come back.

......

A few days later, the situation on Pei Jian's side was also clearly reported to the capital of Dayu.

Jiang Yu, wearing a forehead band, playfully teased Gu Qingchen in her arms with a smile.

“Pei Jian also wanted to send a message to Pei Ju to intercept the Pei family’s carrier pigeons.” Jiang Yu’s eyes were even gentle as she spoke. “We will deal with the Pei family in two separate trips.”

"Your son knows. We will kill Pei Jianjian outside Longyou, and then deal with Pei Ju in Longyou City." Gu Qingyan's gaze remained fixed on Gu Qingchen. "Mother, rest assured, this time your son will definitely eliminate the Pei family and avenge you."

"Before we take action, Ayan, why don't you go and talk to Pei Zhi first?"

Gu Qingyan paused for a moment upon hearing this, "Go and talk to Pei Zhi?"

“Pei Zhi helped us a lot this time.” Jiang Yu reached out and tapped Gu Qingyan’s forehead lightly. “Ayan, if it weren’t for Pei Zhi, the poison in my body wouldn’t have been cured in time. We should talk to her about how we plan to deal with the Pei family.”

"Listen to your mother."

Gu Lin also spoke slowly, knowing in his heart that Jiang Yu was feeling sorry for that little girl Pei Zhi.

“Alright, I will go to find Pei Zhi tomorrow. I heard that Pei Zhi slept for two whole days before waking up.”

Hearing Gu Qingyan's words, Ling Mama couldn't help but speak up, "When Her Majesty was giving birth, Miss Pei's heart was in her throat. She would check Her Majesty's pulse every now and then. Even a strong man couldn't withstand that kind of exertion."

"Yes, Granny, please send some more medicine over for me."

As Jiang Yu was speaking, she suddenly hissed, and then realized that several eyes were on her. Jiang Yu's expression began to look a little unnatural. "Okay, I want to rest now."

"Then I will not disturb Mother's rest."

Gu Qingyan and Granny Ling both left the room, leaving only Gu Lin to take Gu Qingchen from Jiang Yu.

"I want to feed Achen myself."

Almost the instant Jiang Yu finished speaking, Gu Lin's gaze changed. "Yu, we agreed before that we would have a wet nurse to feed her."

The thought of this brat being breastfed by Ayu made Gu Lin feel a little annoyed even looking at the red monkey in the swaddling clothes.

"But I'm so swollen..." Jiang Yu's face was slightly flushed, and the swelling in her chest made her feel extremely uncomfortable.

Will prices rise?

Jiang Yu didn't notice that Gu Lin's eyes suddenly darkened.

“Yes, why don’t I feed Achen myself?” Before Jiang Yu could finish speaking, Gu Lin strode out and came back in without the annoying little guy in his hands.

"Since the price is making you uncomfortable... Ah Yu, let me help you..."

"Gu Lin, you... bastard!"

A short while later, Jiang Yu collapsed weakly into Gu Lin's arms.

"See, you don't need to feed the kid yourself, feeding me is enough."

Gu Lin kissed Jiang Yu's forehead with a satisfied look, while Jiang Yu bit Gu Lin's arm. What a rogue!

On the other side, after leaving Zhaoning Palace, Gu Qingyan thought about Jiang Yu's words and turned to head in another direction.

"Your Majesty, are you going to..."

Looking at the somewhat unfamiliar palace road, Yingzhi couldn't help but speak.

"Go and see Miss Pei."

Gu Lin glanced at the sky. "Miss Pei should have finished her dinner by now. We can have tea with her to express our gratitude."