Now that the wedding date has been set, it is not appropriate for Fu Qianyin to live in the palace anymore. Fortunately, the Fu family’s house in the capital has been renovated.
The next morning, Fu Qianyin returned home to wait for her wedding.
That day, the Queen summoned Su Jingfei to the palace. Speaking of entering Prince Gong's mansion, the Queen said in a grave tone, "Prince Gong is highly regarded by the Emperor. You must win him over. Our Su family has no men. The glory of the Su family in the past can only rely on you and me."
Su Jingfei was full of confidence, "Don't worry, sister, Fei'er knows what to do."
The Queen nodded, raised her hand and ordered Xia He to bring over the box that had been prepared in advance. She said sternly, "You have seen Shang Yingyi's scheming. Now that Concubine Yi's sister has been appointed as a concubine, you will be on equal footing with her from now on. Be careful and don't let Fu give birth to a prince first."
Su Jingfei was stunned for a moment and asked in confusion: "Sister, what's in this box?"
"This is Chunxinxiang, which has contraceptive effects. Once you enter the palace, you must find a way to mix the incense into Shang and Fu's rooms. Remember, the Prince Gong must come from your belly."
Su Jingfei vaguely understood the deep meaning behind the Queen's words and said solemnly, "Don't worry, sister. No matter who she is, she can't get past me."
"As long as you understand."
The Queen smiled with satisfaction. "In addition to the dowry prepared by the Su family, I will also prepare an additional one for you. After entering the mansion, if you are not absolutely sure, don't force yourself to be the first. Winning Prince Gong's heart is the most important thing."
"Yes, sister, I've made a note of it."
"I'm tired. You should go back first." The Queen instructed Qiu Ju who was standing beside her, "Send the young lady out properly."
"Then my sister will take her leave."
Not long after Su Jingfei left, the queen felt a sharp pain in her abdomen. She panicked and immediately ordered Xia He to call the imperial physician.
Not long after, Doctor Xun hurried over.
"Your humble servant pays respects to Her Majesty the Queen."
"Get up."
Xia He stepped forward and said anxiously, "Doctor Xun, the queen just felt uncomfortable in her stomach. Please come and see her immediately."
As he spoke, he placed a handkerchief on the queen's wrist.
Doctor Xun reached out to feel the patient's pulse, but soon his expression became serious.
Seeing this, the Queen's heart sank deeper and deeper. She couldn't help but ask, "I've been feeling a sharp pain in my abdomen for the past few days, and it's even worse today. Doctor Xun, how is my health?"
Doctor Xun's face was solemn. He bowed and said, "Your Majesty, your pulse is weak and slippery, as thin as a thread. I'm afraid, I'm afraid..."
"What are you afraid of?" The Queen's heart tightened, and her expression became increasingly grim. "Doctor, just speak frankly. There's no need to be so hesitant."
Doctor Xun knelt down again and said, "In my humble opinion, Your Majesty is showing signs of miscarriage."
"What nonsense!" The queen felt dizzy. Although the bedroom was as warm as spring, she felt as if she had fallen into a cold pond.
Xia He said anxiously, "Doctor Xun, the last time the imperial physician came to check the Empress' pulse, he said that the dragon fetus in her belly was fine. How come it's only been a few days? Did you make a wrong diagnosis? Don't make such jokes."
"This is a matter of great importance. How dare I speak nonsense? As the saying goes, heart disease needs to be treated with heart medicine. Your Majesty, excessive worry is not conducive to the pregnancy."
The queen pursed her lips tightly, her expression as solemn as the winter sky, deep and cold.
This child is her only hope. Even if she really can't keep him, she will make the most of him.
The Queen took a deep breath and ordered in a cold voice, "Doctor Xun, tell me the truth. Can you save this child?"
"Nothing is absolute. If your Majesty takes good care of the pregnancy, there may be a chance for recovery, but the final outcome depends entirely on fate."
"Well then, I will entrust myself and my unborn child to the imperial physician. Remember, when we return, you only need to write in the record that I am safe and sound."
"this……"
Doctor Xun hesitated, but the Queen smiled gently, "The Emperor values his legitimate son, and I don't want to make him sad."
In this case, Doctor Xun was at a loss as to what to say. "Yes, I will take note of this."
After sending the imperial physician away, Xia He quietly stepped forward and soothed her, "Your Majesty, don't worry. Imperial physicians always exaggerate. The dragon fetus in your belly will be safe."
After all, the queen had given birth, and she knew her own body feelings better than anyone else.
"Empress Yi, the due date is in two months, right?"
Xia He nodded in confusion, "Yes, what does the Queen mean?"
"Concubine Yi is favored and pregnant with twins. Now my sister is married to Prince Gong. If she gives birth to a prince, do you think there will be a place for me in the harem in the future?"
Xia He advised: "Your Majesty, even if Concubine Yi's child becomes the crown prince in the future, you are still the queen mother, the empress dowager, and Concubine Yi cannot surpass you."
"With two palaces side by side, either the east wind will prevail over the west wind, or the west wind will prevail over the east wind. How can it be more satisfying to be the only one in power? Even if Concubine Yi's son really ascends the throne as emperor in the future, there can only be one empress dowager in the harem."
The Queen gently stroked her belly, her eyes cold and sinister. "Since the Emperor has asked the Imperial Concubine and Wanpin to assist in the management of the six palaces, then I will take good care of the baby. If this child really cannot be saved, then I will also make Huayang Palace responsible."
Time flies, and it is February in a blink of an eye.
The second day of February was the day when Fu Qianyin entered the palace. Because the marriage was arranged by the empress dowager, according to etiquette, Fu Qianyin first entered the palace to pay homage to the empress dowager, the emperor and the empress, and then went to Huayang Palace.
She thought she had prepared herself mentally, but when she saw her sister wearing a rose-red wedding dress, Fu Qianyu felt like a sour apricot was stuck in her throat.
I was speechless for a long time.
"Don't cry, sister. Today is my sister's big day. You should be happy."
Fu Qianyu nodded, trying her best to be patient: "Yin'er, all men in the world are indifferent, and favor is fleeting. You must not be too obsessed. Taking care of yourself is the most important thing."
Fu Qianyin's eyes were filled with tears. "Yes, sister, I've taken note of what you said."
"Fortunately, the Emperor has appointed you the Lady of Ying'an. Although Shang Yingyi is the legitimate wife, she won't dare to embarrass you. After entering the palace, do not touch any spices. Be cautious with everything you eat. Nanny Fei, who stays by your side, is knowledgeable in medicine and will take care of everything for you. But don't be too tolerant, and don't show your edge easily. Remember?"
"Yes." Fu Qianyin choked up and said, "I will remember what you said in my heart."
Soon, Haining stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, the time has come. It's time for the Concubine to leave the palace."
Although she was her own sister, according to etiquette, Fu Qianyu could only send her to the outside of the palace gate. The weather was very sunny today, and the blue sky looked as if it had been washed by water.
Lingyun gathered Fu Qianyu's cloak and advised, "Don't be sad, Madam. The Second Miss has been smart since she was young. With Nanny Fei by her side, she will be safe."
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