The emperor nodded: "You are much calmer now."
Fu Ciyi said calmly, "Thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty."
"Long Yi asked me something, and I think I should talk to you about it. Yesterday, he requested that your mother's status as Princess Jin be reinstated and Princess Ling be deposed. This has been accomplished. I also heard that he also abolished Long Lihui's status as Crown Prince. So, are you planning to recognize him?"
"I don't recognize him, nor do I want to recognize him." Fu Ciyi said frankly.
The emperor smiled and said, "It doesn't matter whether you recognize him or not. You are still a royal descendant. Let me make it clear, whether you recognize him or not, you will still be the Prime Minister. What I value is your talent and character, not your status."
Hearing this, Fu Ciyi stood respectfully in front of the emperor and bowed deeply: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
The emperor patted him on the shoulder and said with a pleased smile, "Some people stay where they are, stagnant. But you are constantly making progress. For example, when I interfered with you and your wife, causing you to separate, your irritating behavior has disappeared. As the Prime Minister of Dajing, you must not only understand the principles of dealing with people, but also understand how to achieve your goals in a roundabout way."
In the past few months, the young people before us have done just that.
He does have the means and the courage.
Suddenly I envied Long Yi.
Long Yi is an arrogant person who doesn't care about state affairs and looks down on others.
Such a person could actually give birth to a son like Fu Ciyi, who is hardworking, studious, and more importantly, upright.
"Pengzhou has sent another memorial, praising you again. Pengzhou is experiencing severe freezing rain, but it has had no impact on urban areas or rural areas. This is thanks to the flood control projects you advocated." The emperor smiled. "The people need a Prime Minister like you who cares about them."
Fu Ciyi said frankly, "I originally thought I had a strategy that would resolve Pengzhou's pressing needs and, at the same time, perhaps even secure a promotion. Regarding caring for the people, I should learn more from my wife."
"You are quite honest." The emperor laughed heartily. "Which minister wouldn't consider his own position when handling affairs? It's human nature."
As the emperor, he knows everything.
It’s just that many people don’t dare to say it, and still try to make empty and high-sounding claims.
The young man in front of him was frank and honest, willing to tell him the truth, which was really rare.
Inside the house, Yan Funing took the patient's pulse.
The Queen Mother asked her calmly, "How is it? Is there any special method?"
Yan Funing replied, "Her Majesty, Prince Chi's frequent coughing and chills are a chronic illness, likely brought from the womb. There's really no cure."
"Brought it from the mother's womb?" the Queen Mother murmured. "Shu Yun is in good health. How could Chi An have brought this disease from her womb?"
"How was Princess Shuyun's health when she was a child?" Yan Funing asked.
The Queen Mother said, "When I gave birth to Shuyun, she was already quite old. Naturally, I took great care to raise her, taking every precaution to avoid any mistakes. That's why I gave birth to her. When she was little, she was as strong as a calf."
"In that case, Princess Shuyun should be fine," Yan Funing analyzed. "I see Princess Yangyang is in good health. She doesn't have any of the symptoms Prince Chi has. It's likely that Princess Shuyun accidentally ate something while she was pregnant with Prince Chi."
"Twenty-one years have passed. If it was accidentally ingested, what can be found?" The Queen Mother raised her voice. "Just tell me what to treat it?"
"I can prescribe a prescription, but it can only relieve Prince Chi's cough and cannot cure it completely." Yan Funing told the truth.
The Queen Mother put down the teacup heavily and said: "The special prescription is right in front of us, it's you. When you were by Chi An's side, he didn't cough." As she spoke, the Queen Mother shook Long Chi An's hand, "Look, his hand is already warm."
"Empress Dowager, I am already Master Fu's wife. Please don't say that."
"You are but a mere lady of noble birth. I say this because I think highly of you. You..."
Long Chi'an smiled gently, "Grandmother, you frightened Fu Ning like this."
"Listen, Chi An is concerned about you." The Queen Mother looked at Yan Funing's rosy face and her tone was very displeased.
"I'd better write a prescription."
As she spoke, Yan Fu looked out the door and saw Fu Ciyi also looking at her.
My heart suddenly felt much calmer.
With the help of the palace maids, she picked up the pen and wrote the prescription.
Because Fu Ciyi had come with her to the palace, the Queen Mother didn't say anything else. Seeing the written prescription, she took it and examined it for a moment, then said to Eunuch Mo behind her, "Take it to the Imperial Hospital and let them take a look. Is there anything wrong?"
"Yes, Queen Mother."
Eunuch Mo took the prescription with both hands, bowed and left.
At this moment, the emperor and Fu Ciyi came in.
"Has the divorce affected your relationship?" the emperor asked with a smile.
"Your Majesty, there is no impact. My wife and I are now preparing for pregnancy." Fu Ciyi said calmly.
These words made Yan Funing stunned.
When did they start trying to conceive? And he even told the emperor this?
But she soon understood the purpose of his words.
As expected, Long Chi'an couldn't keep the smile on his face.
The emperor sat back in his seat and continued speaking to Fu Ciyi: "I remember Chi An is about the same age as you?"
"That's right." Fu Ciyi nodded.
The emperor turned his eyes to Long Chi'an and said, "The young couple are preparing to have a child. You should also find a princess as soon as possible."
Long Chi'an smiled and said, "I'll listen to my uncle."
Yan Funing took the opportunity to say goodbye: "If the Imperial Hospital finds the prescription correct, Prince Chi will just take the medicine on time from now on. I'll take my leave."
Fu Ciyi also bowed and said goodbye.
The Empress Dowager opened her mouth and wanted to say something, but the Emperor nodded first and said, "Go back."
Fu Ciyi picked up the medicine box and left with Yan Funing.
Before they had gone far, the Empress Dowager spoke to the Emperor, "There's no rush for a wife. It's the selection of a crown prince that's the most pressing matter. I don't think the Crown Prince is suitable. What do you think, Your Majesty?"
"What the Queen Mother said is quite true, but this matter should not be made public."
"In terms of blood relationship, Chi An is closest to you, Emperor, you must understand this."
"Son, of course, I understand."
The most noble mother and son in Dajing were discussing the position of crown prince. Long Chi'an listened while looking outside the door.
On the snow, Yan Funing held Fu Ciyi's arm tightly.
Fu Ciyi knew that Long Chi'an was watching them, so he lowered his head and said to Yan Funing, "I'm jealous, my lady, please coax me."
He thought she would say she would coax him when she got home.
Unexpectedly, the girl stood on tiptoe, used his arm for support, and kissed his cheek with her red lips.
Although they separated immediately after contact, they were still in the palace.
There were many palace maids and eunuchs standing around.
Fu Ciyi was surprised, but in a good mood: "My wife is very brave."
"As long as I move quickly, no one will see me."
Yan Funing spoke and smiled happily.
Even if someone saw it, it didn't matter, she was kissing her husband's face.
The palace maids and eunuchs looked straight ahead and did not see it, but Long Chi'an in the room saw it clearly.
Jealousy arises uncontrollably.
He didn't even know that Fu Ning was so close to Fu Ci Yi, let alone that they were trying to conceive.
Suddenly, a fishy and sweet taste rushed up my throat.
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