When the palace maids heard this, they were secretly happy. They knew that Nanny Mu usually treated them well, and her coming to watch the night meant that they could rest easily for a night. So they all thanked Nanny Mu and turned to leave.
Nanny Mu watched the palace maids leave, smiled and shook her head, saying to herself: "It's really not easy for these children!" Then, she gently closed the door, walked to the bed, and helped Li Xuemei lie down to sleep.
Li Xuemei lay in her warm bed, eyes closed, ready to fall asleep. Aunt Mu was beside her, packing her things and making the bed, ensuring everything was comfortable. After a while, Aunt Mu finished washing up, returned to the bed, gently lifted the quilt, and crawled into Li Xuemei's bed.
Li Xuemei felt Nanny Mu approaching and couldn't help but frown. She opened her eyes, glared at Nanny Mu, and whispered, "I feel like vomiting when I see you wearing women's clothes!"
When Aunt Mu heard this, a hint of embarrassment appeared on her face, but then she smiled and responded in a deep male voice: "For the sake of our child, just bear with it!"
After saying that, he reached out and touched Li Xuemei's belly, and said softly, "Boy! If you dare to make your mother uncomfortable, when you are born, your father will spank your little butt!"
Li Xuemei couldn't help laughing when she heard this. She felt that although Mu San was wearing women's clothes, his heart was full of fatherly love and care. She leaned in Mu San's arms, feeling his warmth, and her mood gradually calmed down.
In Li Xuelan's bedroom, the lights were dim and the atmosphere was somewhat solemn. She waved her hand to signal all the palace maids to leave, leaving only Nanny Jian to keep watch in the palace alone.
After everyone left, Nanny Jian slowly walked up to Li Xuelan. Her eyes sparkled with excitement, and she stretched out her arms and hugged Li Xuelan tightly, "Sister Lan!"
Li Xuelan also hugged Nanny Jian tightly, tears welling up in her eyes. She said in a trembling voice, "Brother Jianhun! I really missed you! I'm relieved to see that you're safe. But will you be in danger in the East Palace? After all, this is Li Jingshu's territory."
Sword Spirit gently patted Li Xuelan's back and said soothingly, "Don't worry, Sister Lan. The Pavilion Master's disguise skills are unparalleled in the world, and no one can see through them. Moreover, our current identities were arranged by Prince Wu'an himself. Even if the Queen and Li Jingshu wanted to investigate, they would definitely not find any clues."
Sword Spirit carefully helped Li Xuelan to sit on the bed. Li Xuelan couldn't help but laugh: "No need to be so cautious. It's only been over a month now. I haven't felt anything too much yet!"
Sword Spirit's expression was a bit nervous. "It's better to be cautious. Just focus on your pregnancy. The Dark Moon Pavilion's Black Hawk and Black Sword teams are guarding this place, so there won't be any danger. Besides, Emperor Wen has already believed what the Imperial Observatory said. Li Jingshu shouldn't dare to attack you anytime soon."
Li Xuelan sighed softly and whispered, "Brother Jianhun, thank you for your hard work. You have to dress up as a nanny and stay by my side every day."
The Sword Spirit gently ruffled her hair and whispered, "Silly girl, I'm protecting my wife and our child. I don't feel any hardship at all. As long as you're safe and sound, I'll be incredibly happy."
Inside the Qianqing Palace, at this time, a secret guard quietly appeared outside the palace and reported to Emperor Wen: "Your Majesty, we have found out that Jin Xiaohe is indeed from Yuqing in Jiangnan. After her parents passed away, she came to the capital to seek refuge with her uncle." Upon hearing this news, Emperor Wen's doubts were slightly reduced.
Emperor Wen sat upright on the dragon throne, his face slightly flushed and his eyes a bit hazy. Beside him, Concubine Jin tenderly passed a glass of fine wine to Emperor Wen's lips, and he drank it all without hesitation.
Emperor Wen looked at Concubine Jin in front of him and saw that she was emitting a charming fragrance, as if there was an invisible force attracting him.
Emperor Wen couldn't help but feel a surge of blood in his heart, as if he had returned to his youthful and energetic days. Emperor Wen was immersed in the pleasure with Concubine Jin the whole night, enjoying this rare happiness to the fullest.
The next morning, Emperor Wen awoke, a look of fatigue and satisfaction on his face. He slowly opened his eyes and saw Concubine Jin lying quietly beside him, beautiful and captivating. He gently stroked her cheek, feeling the softness of her skin.
Emperor Wen stood up to attend court, but found his steps heavy and his body weak. He smiled bitterly to himself, thinking that last night's indulgence had reduced his strength.
In the court, Emperor Wen sat on the dragon throne, looking somewhat dejected. He watched the ministers speaking, his mind already drifting to the joyous occasion of the previous night.
Emperor Wen yawned from time to time, looking a little sleepy. He just wanted to finish this long morning court session quickly so that he could go see the Concubine Jin who had captured his heart.
Emperor Wen tried to concentrate and listen to the ministers' opinions, but his heart could not fully engage with them. Sometimes he frowned, sometimes he nodded, and it was obvious that he did not really understand what the ministers said.
Emperor Wen sighed silently, realizing that he could not continue like this. He had to cheer up and regain the dignity and responsibility that he should have as an emperor.
Concubine Jin sat in a side hall. She took the bowl of medicine handed to her by the palace maid with a serious expression and drank it without hesitation.
After drinking, she gently put down the bowl, wiped the corners of her mouth with a handkerchief, and then lowered her voice to the palace maid, "Tell the master that I will definitely obey his arrangements and ask him to treat my brother well!"
The maid nodded respectfully and replied, "Don't worry, Your Majesty. I will convey your wishes to the Lord."
Then, the maid leaned close to Concubine Jin's ear and whispered, "You can light incense tonight."
Concubine Jin's expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure. She nodded, indicating that she understood. The maid quietly withdrew.
Only Concubine Jin was left in the side hall. She sat quietly, staring ahead, as if lost in thought.
The palace maid slowly left the room carrying the bowl of medicine, and happened to run into Emperor Wen who was coming from the morning court.
Emperor Wen stared at the medicine bowl in the maid's hand with a sharp gaze and asked sternly, "What kind of medicine is this for the imperial concubine?"
The maid trembled with fear, lowering her head and whispering, "Your Majesty, this is a tonic specially prepared by the imperial physician, specifically for the Imperial Concubine's health. Your Majesty's portion is on the way, please wait a moment."
After hearing this, Emperor Wen's face turned slightly red, and he secretly felt fortunate that these imperial doctors were sensible and understood his thoughts.
Emperor Wen walked quickly into the room and saw a woman who looked exactly like Xiaohe sitting gracefully on the edge of the dragon bed.
Today she was wearing a flower-scattered Ruyi cloud-smoke skirt that Xiaohe also loved, which made her look even more graceful and beautiful.
Emperor Wen felt a surge of blood boiling in his body, unable to contain it. He rushed forward without hesitation and threw Concubine Jin onto the bed...
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