"All is well, all is well!" The emperor stroked his beard and smiled happily.

This was the first good news he had received since the beginning of the year, which made him very happy and he even ate five more bowls of rice at night.

Now the seventh son's wife is pregnant, and the fifth son's wife is also pregnant. With two bellies, they will eventually be able to give birth to a grandson.

Thinking of this, he became even happier and smiled so much that his eyes narrowed into slits and were almost invisible.

"Imperial Physician Zhang, you must go to Prince Li's mansion every three days and check Princess Li's pulse regularly. You must ensure that both adults and children are safe. If you need any medicine or supplements, feel free to withdraw them. There is no need to be stingy." The emperor waved his hand and gave the order.

Qin Jiaojiao was about to kneel down to express her gratitude:

"Thank you, Father..."

"What are you doing? Get up!" The emperor supported her. "You are pregnant now. From now on, you will be like Princess Chen. You don't need to follow these etiquettes."

Qin Jiaojiao's smile deepened when she heard this.

It feels really good to be the center of attention and be pampered.

This child came at the perfect time.

Touching my flat belly, I can already imagine the wonderful life in the future.

The emperor looked at her with concern, "Everyone who has passed down the royal family's legacy is a meritorious official. Tell me, what reward do you want?"

award?

Qin Jiaojiao really doesn’t have anything she wants...wait!

Her eyes suddenly fell on Zong Zhengli beside her.

While everyone was happy about the baby in their belly, he, the "father", looked indifferent, as if the child had nothing to do with him.

Seeing his cold look, she would think of that day on the street when he pushed her aside to protect Qin Ye...

The light in Qin Jiaojiao's eyes suddenly became fiercer.

If her man's heart is not with her, she will use all means to get him!

"Your Majesty, I have a request that I would like to make, but I dare not say it..."

"Oh?" The emperor raised his eyebrows curiously. "The mood of a pregnant woman is very important. If you have anything you want, just tell me. It's okay."

Qin Jiaojiao pursed her lips, looking very embarrassed, and spoke hesitantly:

"Perhaps my body is too delicate. I haven't eaten or slept well in recent days. I am always worried about gains and losses and feel inexplicably lost. I don't know what's wrong. I really want Prince Li to stop going to the patrol camp and stay at home with me."

Zong Zhengli was startled when he heard this:

"you……"

Qin Jiaojiao lifted her skirt and knelt down immediately, "I hope my father will grant my wish!"

The emperor groaned.

This is not a difficult task.

The work of the patrol camp was hard and tiring, requiring hard work day and night. During Prince Li's tenure, the imperial capital was safe and stable, and not even a single murder occurred. It was not difficult to see his seriousness and ability.

Now that his wife is pregnant, it’s time for him to have a good rest.

After thinking about it, he said, "Li'er, since your wife needs you, from today on, you don't have to go to the patrol camp anymore. Let General Weiwu take your place."

Zong Zhengli looked up in astonishment, "Father, I..."

"Stay at home and spend time with your wife." The emperor patted his shoulder and smiled lovingly, "Inheriting offspring is a major event in life. How many times can a person have this opportunity in a lifetime? Go back and give me a healthy grandson. When you are free in the future, come back to help me."

Zong Zhengli stood there stiffly, his heart instantly turning cold as ice. He clenched his hands tightly at his sides, but had to maintain a humble expression on his face.

More than 20 years!

For more than twenty years, because his biological mother was a palace maid, he was unpopular, unwelcome and bullied.

Now, he had finally gained the emperor's favor, and thought he could perform well and realize his value. However, less than three months after entering the patrol camp, all his efforts over the years were wasted because of Qin Jiaojiao's few words!