Chapter 157 Let the Crown Prince Know I Cannot Bear This Crime

Imperial Physician Du hesitated and stopped speaking, looking somewhat embarrassed.

Qin Ye pondered for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "Report the truth."

"With Your Highness's words, this old minister knows what to do."

"Thank you for your help, Imperial Physician Du," Qin Ye said solemnly.

"This is my duty as an old minister."

After bowing, Imperial Physician Du silently withdrew and carefully closed the palace door for them.

Once again, only Qin Ye and the unconscious Yun Si remained in the bedchamber.

Qin Ye sat back down on the edge of the bed and took Yun Si's hand again.

He gazed at her slightly pale sleeping face, his eyes filled with a mixture of emotions.

It is filled with the ecstasy of becoming a father for the first time, but even more profound is the weight of responsibility and protectiveness that weighs down like a mountain.

This child came suddenly, making him all the more precious.

He had to protect her and the child's safety no matter what.

Yun Si woke up in the middle of the night.

She opened her eyes and the first thing she felt was the warmth and strength of his palm, and the familiar figure standing by her bedside.

"Qin Ye..." she called out in a hoarse voice.

Qin Ye immediately woke up and leaned closer: "How are you feeling? Is there anything else that's bothering you?"

Yun Si shook her head, trying to sit up, but Qin Ye gently pressed her down: "Don't move, just lie still."

"What's wrong?"

Seeing his serious expression, Yun Si thought something had happened and looked at him nervously: "Is it His Majesty's side..."

"No."

Qin Ye interrupted her, smiling gently at her: "It has nothing to do with him, it's... a happy occasion."

He took her hand and gently placed it on her lower abdomen: "The Imperial Physician Du just came to take her pulse. Yun Si, we're pregnant!"

Yun Si was stunned.

Although it was expected news, it hadn't been confirmed, so she never dared to have any hope.

Unexpectedly, this...came true?

Her gaze fell on her flat stomach, her voice still filled with disbelief: "Imperial Physician Du... is he sure?"

"Of course I'm sure."

Qin Ye chuckled and kissed her fingers: "It's just that you overworked today and it upset the baby. Imperial Physician Du advised that you must rest and recuperate, and you must not worry or overwork yourself."

His tone became serious: "Especially when you go to the Hall of Mental Cultivation for acupuncture tomorrow, you must do what you can, and put the child first."

"I know."

Yun Si was immersed in immense joy, feeling that all the troubles she had been going through could be wiped away.

Inside her belly, a child connected to Qin Ye by blood was growing.

It's unbelievable just thinking about it.

Yun Si's eyes inexplicably welled up with tears, and an indescribable sense of wonder and emotion filled her heart.

Did you hear what I said?

"I heard you."

Yun Si smiled broadly and said, "I heard it with both ears."

She grasped Qin Ye's hand in return, her eyes clear and calm: "I understand your concerns. Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

"How can I feel at ease when you're putting in so much effort?"

Qin Ye was genuinely worried.

"It's only difficult the first time, it won't be like that afterward."

Yun Si explained, "I have already dispelled most of the cold poison tonight. As long as I continue to receive acupuncture and herbal medicine on time, it won't be as strenuous and exhausting."

She then told Qin Ye the whole truth about the Jiaqing Emperor.

Even after the cold poison was cleared, he was unable to stand up again.

Moreover, all the internal organs are damaged to varying degrees, which naturally affects lifespan.

After listening, Qin Ye remained silent for a long time, his eyes displaying an unpredictable expression.

The Jiaqing Emperor's health deteriorated far faster than expected, which brought both enormous risks and...

The transfer of power may be faster and more urgent than imagined.

"Okay, don't think about it too much. You need to rest now."

"Come up here, let's sleep together."

Yun Si pulled Qin Ye into bed, and the two slept in each other's arms that night.

The next morning.

Yun Si had just finished her breakfast when a palace servant came to announce that Eunuch Xu was leading a large group of palace servants toward the East Palace.

"Princess."

Eunuch Xu was all smiles, followed by a long line of eunuchs carrying brocade boxes.

Before the person even entered the gates of the East Palace, a shrill voice had already drifted in.

"His Majesty heard that you fainted from exhaustion yesterday, so he specially ordered this old servant to bring you these tonics to calm your nerves and help you recover."

As he spoke, Eunuch Xu gestured for the eunuchs to present the items.

The brocade boxes were opened one by one.

Two wild ginseng roots of excellent quality, over a hundred years old.

Ten bushels of lustrous Bohai East Sea pearls.

In addition, there were various rare medicinal herbs and fine silks and satins, and the rewards were far more generous than usual.

Yun Si and Qin Ye exchanged a glance, understanding each other perfectly.

Presumably, Imperial Physician Du had already informed Emperor Jiaqing of her pregnancy.

"His Majesty also said..."

Eunuch Xu added with a smile, "The Crown Princess's health is of utmost importance. In the future, when attending to her in the Hall of Mental Cultivation, everything will be based on her physical condition. If she feels tired, she can rest for a few days before going. His Majesty hopes that you will take good care of yourself and take good care of your health."

The implication in these words is quite obvious.

Emperor Jiaqing not only found out, but also his attitude towards Yun Si underwent a major change because of this unborn grandson.

Is this reward compensation?

Or should we appease them?

Or perhaps, it reflects the importance and protection placed on the imperial heirs?

But behind all this, who can guarantee how much sincerity there is?

Yun Si dared not draw a conclusion.

She lowered her eyes and respectfully expressed her gratitude: "Your Majesty, I thank you for your great kindness. I will certainly follow your wishes and take good care of myself."

After seeing off Eunuch Xu, the atmosphere in the Eastern Palace did not ease much.

Don't overthink it.

Seeing that she seemed preoccupied, Qin Ye put his arm around her waist and patiently analyzed the situation with her.

"He values ​​this child, which is more beneficial than harmful to us at the moment. At least in the short term, he will not easily touch you again, nor will he allow anyone to touch you."

Yun Si nodded.

She agreed with Qin Ye's statement.

The Qin royal family did not have many offspring. In the current generation, the Jin King's family was demoted and only had one daughter, while the Lin King only had one princess.

The remaining prince, Xiang, is in poor health and has remained unmarried to this day.

King Jing and King Yu were also isolated and alone.

Indeed, the baby in her belly, without exaggeration, is the hope of the entire Qin royal family!

"However, we still can't let our guard down. We must take A-Wu and Xiao-Yi with us wherever we go."

"knew."

Qin Ye was very busy. After having breakfast with her, he went back to his official duties.

After Yun Si finished her meal and rested for a while, she took A Wu to the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

She had to let the old emperor know that even though she was pregnant, she was still doing her best to fulfill her responsibility of saving his life.

Only in this way can the value of this "attention" be maximized.

When Yun Si arrived at the Hall of Mental Cultivation, she saw Emperor Jiaqing getting out of bed. Eunuch Xu tried to help him, but he was pushed away.

Then, he plopped down on the ground.

People who don't know what's good for them should be thrown to the ground.

It's unnecessary to worry about it.

However, seeing this disheveled scene, Yun Si still turned around consciously, preparing to avoid it for a while.

"stop!"

Suddenly, the person behind her called out to her.

Emperor Jiaqing sat on the ground, his face gloomy, and beckoned to Eunuch Xu, whom he had just pushed away. Eunuch Xu hurriedly stepped forward to help him up.

Upon hearing this, Yun Si had no choice but to turn back again.

"Why aren't you resting? What are you doing here again?"

The Jiaqing Emperor looked at her coldly, his tone very unfriendly.

Yun Si said, "The acupuncture treatment must be performed for seven consecutive days without interruption, otherwise all the previous efforts will be wasted."

Emperor Jiaqing gave a cold snort.

"Faint again? If the Crown Prince finds out, I can't bear that crime!"