“It was in the capital, but I saw that he was being watched by people, so I didn’t go over.”
“You did the right thing. We’ll bring him over later.”
Once you know where someone is, isn't it easy to snatch them away? Han Yuchen has already returned to the capital, and he'll be attending court in a couple of days. I'm sure many people's expressions will be quite interesting then.
"Yes, I also want to keep it private for the time being."
Han Yuchen nodded, his gaze indifferent.
I've been away for several days now, and I wonder how Han Luoxue is doing. She's pregnant and alone at home; it's impossible not to worry about her.
"The Crown Prince hasn't returned yet, but I've arrested almost all of his men. We'll send them all to the Emperor later. It's time to get rid of the bad apples; we need to do it as soon as possible."
The Crown Prince probably doesn't know that this trip south will result in the downfall of most of his men.
However, the situation at the Crown Prince's residence wasn't good either. Mengyao's temper was unpredictable all day long. She wasn't pregnant, and with the Crown Prince already heading south, it was even less likely she could be pregnant.
As for Mengqing, she was fed and cared for every day, but she still threw tantrums every few days.
In the end, Mengyao could only threaten her with her mother.
Seeing her man have a child with another woman, and having to carefully protect him, this feeling greatly agitated Mengyao's heart.
She was resentful; seeing Mengqing's pregnant belly, she wanted nothing more than to abort the child. But reason told her that this child was the foundation of her livelihood.
Although Meng Qing is currently confined to the basement, she is being treated extremely well.
The people here didn't dare do anything to her. They agreed to even the least unreasonable demands.
However, Mengqing was still uneasy; she knew something was wrong. If her elder sister really wanted her to be the crown prince's concubine, she wouldn't have locked herself in a dark, sunless basement.
She only sees two people a day here: her eldest sister's maid and an old woman.
She had tried to bribe the old woman, but failed. Mengqing was very frustrated. She wanted to send a message home. Did her father know how her eldest sister had treated her? And her mother? If she knew that she was locked in the basement giving birth, would her mother try to rescue her?
Mengqing was anxious and increasingly agitated. Her stomach started hurting twice. The old woman waiting outside, upon hearing this, turned pale with fright and rushed out to report. Mengyao reluctantly arrived, bringing with her a doctor she trusted.
Seeing Mengqing covered in cold sweat, her face pale, and her lips bloodless, Mengyao's heart skipped a beat.
Although she disliked the child in her heart, because the child was like a thorn in her heart, so unpleasant. Every time she thought about him, it would prick her heart painfully, but she had to carefully protect this thorn and couldn't completely pull it out.
No one can understand that feeling. Now that she knows the child might not be alright, Mengyao is afraid again.
His Highness the Crown Prince knew she was pregnant before he left. Mengyao didn't dare imagine the consequences if he returned and found the child was gone.
Although everyone knew that the Crown Prince doted on her, the reality was that his temper was unpredictable. Sometimes, when he became ruthless, she worried that he might kill her.
She could sense how happy the Crown Prince was when he learned he was pregnant. This child could not be allowed to have any mishaps.
"Doctor, how is the baby?"
Mengyao asked anxiously. The doctor frowned, and after taking Mengqing's pulse several times, he sighed, "Madam's health was not good to begin with, and with all the anxiety lately, there are signs of miscarriage. I hope Madam can think more positively about this. Even for the sake of the baby in your womb, you must take good care of yourself."
Upon hearing this, tears streamed down Mengqing's face.
"Doctor, please prescribe some medication to prevent miscarriage."
Looking at Meng Qing, who was tearful and pitiful, Meng Yao felt a flicker of displeasure.
The doctor knew he was being asked to leave, so he nodded, and the old woman followed him out to prepare the medicine.
"Qing'er, do you still resent your sister?"
Mengyao put on a sad face and looked at Mengqing with a pitiful expression.
"You know the Crown Prince's status in the capital, right? Although he is the Crown Prince, the Emperor has several other princes of marriageable age, so his position is not guaranteed."
"How many people are watching the Crown Prince's residence? If they find out you're pregnant, do you think you have the ability to protect this child?"
Mengyao asked earnestly, implying that everything was for her younger sister's sake.
"Sister, but when you came to the manor you told me that you would find me someone from under the Crown Prince, a proper wife."
"You yourself said that life as a concubine is not good, and it was because of you that my sister made up her mind to marry down, but..."
"Sister, even if you secretly want me to be the Crown Prince's concubine, you could just say so! Why are you treating me like this?"
"Furthermore, have you ever seen a concubine locked up in a basement? Those who know me will think I'm your sister, but those who don't will think I'm your prisoner."
Mengyao thought to herself, "You're quite self-aware." But she wouldn't admit it aloud.
"Qing'er, didn't I just tell you? There are too many people eyeing the Crown Prince's residence. You finally got pregnant with this child, and you don't want to miscarry for no reason, do you? Silly girl, think about your status. What can you do in the Crown Prince's residence with your status? A concubine? A maidservant?"
Mengqing pondered seriously. She had to admit that Mengyao was quite tactful in managing her younger sister.
"But it's different if you have a son. Once the child is born safely, you can rise in status because of your son, and your sister can also help you get a good status, such as a concubine."
"Sister, are you really willing to let me be your concubine?"
Seeing Meng Qing's excited expression, Meng Yao sneered inwardly, but her face softened even more: "Silly girl, what kind of status does the Crown Prince have? Do you think he only has your sister as a woman by his side? In the future, he will have plenty of concubines and mistresses around him. Rather than choosing someone who has nothing to do with your sister, I would rather you help me."
"Besides, do you think just anyone is qualified to conceive the Crown Prince's child?"
Mengyao's last words completely moved Mengqing: "Sister, are you saying? That night was the Crown Prince's idea?"
Mengqing was thrilled, her face flushed red, and her heart pounded wildly. The Crown Prince had taken a liking to her? Was that even possible? This was something she had never dared to dream of before.
"The Crown Prince is not at home right now; he won't be back for several months. You should stay here and rest well during your pregnancy, and protect the child. When the Crown Prince returns, he will reward you handsomely."
Seeing that Mengqing had been persuaded, Mengyao was too lazy to continue serving her.
She's just a bitch. Why make such a fuss over having her baby?
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