Meng Qi showed a sad expression. "It's not entirely her fault. I don't have much experience. I was exhausted those few days but didn't know to call a doctor to protect the fetus. Sigh...it was never meant to be for me."
"You're still young, you'll get better. It's important to take care of your body first. If you ask me, you don't have to come today. It's not your whole life. Just like Princess Cheng did, you can ask one of your concubines or a concubine to come. Many people need to rest for two months after a baby is born."
Meng Qi said helplessly at first, "Even if I don't have anything to do on weekdays, they still pick on me three points. If I don't come, then they will add five points. What did you mean just now? Isn't the Fifth Sister-in-law coming?"
The Crown Princess hummed and pointed at Meng Zhi, who was talking to Yong An not far away. "Look, isn't that your cousin?"
Meng Qi acted surprised, "Why is she here?"
"I just found out when I arrived that my fifth brother's wife is ill, so I sent this person to pay my respects to the virtuous concubine on her behalf."
Meng Qi frowned, showing dissatisfaction, "It's not like we don't have a concubine, why let her come? If I had known she was coming, I should have listened to you and found an excuse not to come."
The Crown Princess looked at Meng Qi's indignant expression and patted her hands. "I'm telling you, even though it's Concubine Xian's birthday, you can't cause trouble. Just pretend you didn't see it. Also, the Emperor has given Concubine Xian a proper honor. She'll be receiving homage from everyone in Kunning Palace soon, so don't lose your temper."
Meng Qi exhaled, "I know, don't worry, thank you for thinking of me. Where's Fourth Sister-in-law? Did she go to the Xianfei Palace?"
"Well, that should be it. I didn't see her when I came here." Turning around, he saw Fanghua entering the hall with a sullen face. "Oh, I don't know what this person is thinking. Why can't she see anyone who catches her eye?"
"What's wrong?" Meng Qi looked curious.
"It's not Fanghua's marriage yet. I heard that the Queen has started to choose a prince consort for Yongan. A while ago, she selected four or five young men for Fanghua, but Fanghua didn't like any of them."
"The Queen is choosing a consort for Yong'an? But has anyone chosen one?"
The Crown Princess approached Meng Qi with a mysterious look on her face. "I don't know who it is exactly, but I know the Queen should be very satisfied. I'm afraid there are several choices. After all, Yong'an is a legitimate princess. If she only has her eyes on one family, wouldn't that be too embarrassing? But Fanghua is older than her. If Fanghua is not chosen, how can the Queen mention Yong'an in front of the Emperor? However, it seems that it won't affect it. Now that we have a target, we just have to wait for Fanghua to agree, and then we can discuss it."
"Hmph, I don't know what he's thinking. Even if the emperor dotes on her, it can't be compared with Yong'an. Could it be that he wants her to go through what the queen found for Yong'an first?" Meng Qi said disdainfully.
The Crown Princess was delighted to hear Meng Qi's words, but pretended to be worried as she tugged at Meng Qi's sleeve. "Don't talk nonsense. I'm the only one who's saying this. The Queen still remembers your last argument with Fang Hua."
"Whether she remembers or not doesn't matter. When have we ever clashed? Was it because of her? Should I give in to her just because I'm her sister-in-law? She's even older than me." Meng Qi said nonchalantly, "She's been so picky and has even hindered Yong'an's marriage. If I were her, it's because Yong'an is too good-natured, and she's used to bullying him. If it were me, look at me..."
Before Meng Qi could finish, the Crown Princess patted her on the shoulder and said to the front, "At least listen to me and don't get into a fight with her. Today is Concubine Xian's birthday, and the Emperor has been treating Fourth Brother with extraordinary respect lately. If you upset Concubine Xian because of your conflict with Fang Hua, it would only make Sixth Brother quarrel with you later, which wouldn't be worth it."
As the Crown Princess spoke, she smiled and greeted Fang Hua who was coming over. "This dress you have today is really nice. It looks like it's newly made."
Fanghua glanced at Meng Qi with a haughty look on her face, "Of course it's newly made."
Meng Qi took two steps forward, fanning herself. "Yong'an's birthday is still a month away, and I wonder how many dresses the Queen will make for her. If you ask me, even if you love wearing new clothes, you should at least avoid them on Yong'an's birthday and stop competing with her."
Fanghua raised her eyebrows. "Who would argue with her? Everything she has, I don't have. Why would I argue with her? I think you've lost your mind after losing your child."
"Who are you talking about?"
"You? What I wear is none of your business. Why are you meddling in my business? If you want to curry favor with Yong'an, go find her yourself."
Meng Qi sneered, "How ridiculous! I was chatting with the Crown Princess and I was so happy when someone came over and said something so annoying."
"You, Meng Qi..."
The Crown Princess quickly stepped forward to separate the two. "Well, I think the ladies should be arriving soon. I wonder if the Emperor will come. Fanghua, I saw you just had a few words with Prince Cheng's concubine. What were you talking about?"
Fanghua snorted, "I don't know where she found this girl from, but she's a good storyteller and she made Yong'an happy." Her voice was full of sourness.
Before Meng Qi could respond, Yong'an, who must have heard the conversation between the two, brought Meng Zhi over here.
"Yong'an, I heard that you have a new girl who can tell stories?" Meng Qi asked with a smile.
Yongan was stunned and looked back at Meng Zhi, "He just said a few nice words."
Meng Zhi walked up and greeted the Crown Princess and Meng Qi.
"How is fifth brother's wife?" the Crown Princess asked with concern.
Meng Zhi said softly, "He's much better, but he still has a cough. He's afraid that his illness will spread to you all. He said that he will wait until Daren is well again before inviting you all to visit the mansion."
Meng Qi looked Meng Zhi up and down and snorted coldly, "Since the mistress is ill, you should be waiting by her side. Even if the fifth sister-in-law asked you to come, you should have refused."
Before Meng Zhi could speak, Fang Hua snorted coldly, "Who is it that has nothing to do with you? Why are you meddling in other people's business?"
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