Chapter 397 Yixiu 75
The next day, after seeing off the emperor, it happened to be the day for paying respects. Yixiu did not hide her haggard appearance, and appeared in front of everyone with a bare face. She roughly told the news that Concubine Fang had gone mad after she had a miscarriage and could not bear it.
The expressions of the people below were different, but they all kept saying "what a pity" and "sin".
"I have discussed this with the Emperor. The issue of the heir is of paramount importance and cannot be compromised. While Concubine Fang's miscarriage was certainly due to her frail health, how could it be that she had no one to care for her? Furthermore, it is true that a concubine of lower rank would face many inconveniences when she becomes pregnant. Therefore, from now on, all pregnant concubines in the palace will be cared for by their mistress. If there is no mistress, experienced caregivers will be hired."
Yixiu smiled and looked at Wu Yue who was sitting behind her: "For example, Concubine Wu's pregnancy, I will leave it to you, Concubine Zhen."
"This, I have never given birth..."
"I'm not asking you to take care of me every day. Those are handled by the skilled nurses. I'm just asking you to take care of me if anything happens and Concubine Yu and I can't make it in time."
Yixiu didn't give them the option to refuse and directly slammed the board: "I have already made an agreement with the emperor on this matter. Concubine Wu will pack up her things and move to Concubine Zhen's Qingliang Palace in a while."
Concubine Zhen glanced at the submissive Concubine Wu. Although she felt that it would be annoying if she followed her to her place, it wasn't entirely without merit, so she agreed, but only verbally said, "Your Majesty is a Bodhisattva, and you're willing to show them kindness. But don't forget us. These noble ladies promised to get pregnant, and it's not enough to have a bunch of servants around them. We, the masters, have to worry about it too."
"That's fine, but who can help us when our masters are pregnant?"
"It seems that Zhenpin didn't listen to me carefully just now. If there is no main position, I will naturally arrange for a concubine who has given birth to help you. For example, if Concubine Wu has this child, then when you become pregnant in the future, Zhenpin, won't she be the one to take care of you?"
Yixiu placed her hands on her knees and slowly leaned back on the throne: "If sisters help each other like this, our relationship will only get better and better in the future. What do you think?"
"Your Majesty is wise and blessed, and I, your concubine, respect you."
Apart from this obscure decree, the empress did not make things difficult for them. Although they came to the Old Summer Palace, she said that everything remained the same. Even the time of paying respects was extended to once every two weeks. She just said that since they were in the Old Summer Palace, there was no need to be too restrained.
Only Wu Yue suspected the Queen had discovered something, but she also felt that if that was the case, her methods were too gentle. Furthermore, although she often suffered from being bullied by Concubine Zhen, her treatment was indeed much better. Because of this order, Concubine Zhen was even forced to help her keep the child, which was a complete benefit to her.
Until the end of September when the emperor returned to the throne, they returned to the Forbidden City and the empress's place, but there was still no movement. Wu Yue was relieved and no longer suspicious.
When everyone came to Yongshou Palace to pay their respects the next day, Yixiu specially exempted Huapin and Wu Guiren from paying their respects.
Huapin was now more than eight months old, and it was really inconvenient for her to move around. She was used to being cautious, and she knew that the queen was not a narrow-minded person, so she happily accepted it and did not go there that day.
On the contrary, Concubine Wu was more than five months pregnant at the time. She felt that she was just a bystander, but she still had some doubts and came anyway.
However, Concubine Zhen was unwilling to walk slowly along her belly, so she still sat in the sedan chair and asked Concubine Wu to take two more people and walk slowly over.
Who knew that something bad would happen as soon as he let go.
At Yongshou Palace, everyone was almost there, and the time for paying respects was almost over. Yixiu had just emerged from the back when she heard Jianqiu report, "Your Majesty, I just heard the news. Concubine Wu was pecked by a wild bird while on her way to pay respects. Without checking, she slipped and fell into the pond in the Imperial Garden."
"What? Has the person been rescued? Is the dragon fetus okay?"
The situation was so outrageous that not only was Yixiu shocked, but everyone present also looked as if they were doubting their ears. Jianqiu's expression was clearly genuine, and they could only look at each other in bewilderment. For the first time, these concubines, who were usually eloquent, were at a loss for words.
"Noble Lady Wu has been rescued, and the imperial physician has rushed to the Yanxi Palace. The status of the dragon fetus is still unknown."
"Well, in that case, I'll go there myself. You can all leave today."
Among the group, it was Concubine Xin who couldn't hold back and said what everyone wanted to say: "Sister Wu has been in such a misfortune that I can't feel at ease if I just go back like this. Why don't you ask me to go with the Empress to visit her? If anything happens, I can help."
"Yes, Her Majesty, please ask me to go with you to visit Concubine Wu."
Even the gentle Concubine Xian became a little curious.
What on earth did Concubine Wu do to attract wild birds to peck her into the pond?
"Forget it. Concubine Xin and Concubine Yu can come along. The rest of you should go back and stay quiet. If I hear any gossip, you better be careful."
"……yes."
The remaining people looked at each other and responded with lowered brows.
After giving her instructions, Yixiu took her people straight to the Yanx Palace. Zhenpin was the main concubine and was also responsible for Concubine Wu's pregnancy. Originally, she should have been very annoyed when something happened to Concubine Wu, but at this moment, her face was obviously full of interest. When she arrived at the place, she hurriedly followed Yixiu in.
The atmosphere in the inner room was filled with a strange silence. Everyone was trying not to make any sound, as if they were afraid of disturbing anyone.
The arrival of Yixiu and her group seemed to turn on a switch. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief and silently watched them walk into the inner room.
There was a curtain outside the bed, and only a figure could be vaguely seen sitting on the bed.
Cuihe, who was guarding outside, saw them coming and quickly lifted the lid. Only then could everyone see Wu Yue inside.
She was sitting on the bed in a daze, hugging the quilt, with her half-dry long hair tied in a braid hanging behind her.
This was the first time they saw such numbness in Concubine Wu. Even Concubine Yu and Concubine Xin, who were originally in the mood to watch the fun, restrained themselves a little.
"How long has your young master been doing this?"
When Cui He heard Concubine Yu's question, she quickly replied, "The young lady has been like this since she was rescued. She doesn't speak or move, and she didn't even react when she heard the child was gone."
"Lady Wu still lost this pregnancy? What a pity."
Concubine Xin sighed and then beckoned for the imperial physician to come over: "Imperial Physician Xu, what on earth is wrong with Concubine Wu?"
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