Chapter 93 An Lingrong 34
"What, you're pregnant!"
The women in the hall suddenly understood each other and said this in unison to An Lingrong, who was sitting behind Noble Lady Fucha.
However, Zhen Huan and Mei Zhuang's tone was pure joy and envy, Fu Cha Guiren was more jealous, Jingpin was more bitter, Qi Fei was more embarrassed, and the Queen...
Probably the most surprising one.
"Great! This is a truly joyous occasion. It's been ages since such a happy event has occurred in the palace." The Queen immediately realized what was happening and began to compliment her with a look of surprise. "Youth is the best, and you're blessed with great fortune."
"If you have a boy, Sister An, you'll have someone to rely on for the rest of your life." Xin Chang, who was sitting opposite Ling Rong, had just flattered her when Noble Lady Fucha couldn't help but sarcastically retorted, "Yes, but not everyone can have this blessing just because they want it. Whether the baby is a boy or a girl is not up to her."
"It doesn't matter if it's a boy or a girl. The Emperor likes you, so you'll naturally have children in the future." The Queen's words immediately drew hatred from her: "I will send someone to tell the Emperor the good news right now."
"You must be careful about your diet in the future. Don't be like Concubine Hui." The Queen called her forward, took her hand, and carefully instructed her, "You will be given priority in terms of food, clothing, and other expenses. If you need anything, just come to me."
"Yes, I understand."
Feeling some unfriendly glances, An Lingrong expressed that she was not afraid. On the contrary, the Queen's promise was real. She had never treated herself badly in the past, and now that she was pregnant, she could not treat herself badly even more.
Yixiu looked at someone whose eyes were shining inexplicably, and felt a little uneasy.
"It's just pregnancy, look at how arrogant she is." Seeing Lingrong come out and take her away directly in a sedan chair, Noble Lady Fucha could not hide the jealousy on her face.
She was the least favored of the newcomers, and now it was Lingrong, whom she despised the most, who was pregnant first. Noblewoman Fucha wished she could dig out Lingrong's belly and press it on herself.
"That's right. The Queen kindly gave her a sedan chair, and she really dared to sit in it. After all, she comes from a humble family, and she has no manners." Concubine Qi, who followed closely behind, couldn't help but make a sarcastic remark.
She had always been proud of the Third Prince and feared that someone else would usurp her son's throne. An Lingrong was so favored, if she really gave birth to a son...
"That sedan chair was originally prepared by the Empress. Wouldn't it be a betrayal of her kindness if we didn't take it?" Zhen Huan, who had come out with Mei Zhuang, hurriedly defended her sister. Mei Zhuang, who had been feeling a little weak since she faked a miscarriage, nodded slightly upon hearing this: "Ling Rong has always been polite. It's just that the Emperor summoned her just now. It wouldn't be good to have her rush back while pregnant."
"Alright, we know you two are so affectionate sisters, but what's the point of showing off in front of us? Put it away and perform it for the emperor when he comes."
After saying that, Concubine Qi took Cuiguo's hand and left without looking back. Noble Lady Fucha followed closely behind her. The two of them walked away while muttering something.
However, Concubine Xin and Concubine Jing had a few friendly exchanges with them before leaving together.
"I can't believe it, Lingrong is the luckiest among the three of us." Meizhuang picked up her handkerchief and started coughing after saying a few words.
Zhen Huan, who was standing by, helped her smooth her back and said, "When you recover, you will have this blessing too."
"The imperial physician said my pregnancy will take another month or two. But you've been favored for so long, and it seems only Rong'er is pregnant. I'm afraid those villains will gossip about it behind your back."
The two of them strolled along the scenery of the Old Summer Palace. Zhen Huan smiled indifferently after hearing this: "You also said that I can't hear the gossip behind my back, so I don't care about them."
"That's right. With the Emperor's protection, I think those people wouldn't dare to do anything." Mei Zhuang finished speaking, then thought of the Empress' words today and became a little worried. "I don't know if the Empress' words were intentional, but I'm afraid they've caused dissatisfaction among the entire palace towards Ling Rong. She's pregnant now, so it's inevitable that she's not in good spirits. We two should help her stay alert."
"It's natural. It's how sisters should be." Zhen Huan smiled and took Mei Zhuang's hand. "Our children will be like the three of us in the future, loving and affectionate, and being the best of brothers and sisters."
"Huan'er..."
Mei Zhuang called her but was speechless, she just held her hand tightly.
………
Over there, because Lingrong was pregnant, the entire Xinghuachun Pavilion was now in an uproar of activity. Rewards were pouring in, filling the entire Chunyu Pavilion. The Imperial Household Department, accompanied by a group of servants, removed all furniture that might injure her and replaced it with special furniture. If anything was temporarily out of stock, the sharp corners were covered with velvet and fur to prevent any damage.
Maybe it was the emperor's order, as her clothes were changed soon, and they looked almost the same as before.
It is said that those who can serve such a fussy emperor are all capable people.
Lingrong was held on either side by Biqing and Aunt He, with two little tails hanging behind her. She moved cautiously in the room, following wherever they went.
After Lingrong finished inspecting the renovated room, she herself was fine, but several palace maids were sweating profusely.
"Why be so careful? We're in our own palace." Lingrong looked at Ziyuan with amusement as her hands trembled with nervousness even when she handed her the tea. She quickly took it and said, "This set of "Rain After Rain" is my favorite. Don't accidentally drop it on your master."
"The things don't matter, as long as they don't hurt you. I'll give you ten sets to throw around for fun."
"That's great. Aster, come on, get me a few more things I like. I suddenly feel like my hands are perfect for dropping things today."
Everyone in the room wanted to laugh but didn't dare, so they could only lower their heads and tremble their shoulders. Even the emperor didn't expect her to be so straightforward. Everyone else was moved to tears of gratitude when they heard this. She climbed up the pole and asked for the food directly.
However, Yinzhen didn't hate him.
"Su Peisheng, remember this for your Lady An. Make a list of what she dropped, and when you get back, remind me to send it to this money-grubber."
"Hey, I will obey your order and remember it clearly. Not a single thing will be missing." Su Peisheng also joked, then he winked and retreated with the servants together with He Ronglu.
"Rong'er, I'm so happy." The emperor took her hand, and the two of them snuggled together. Yinzhen's tone was full of vicissitudes of life: "For so many years, I have been childless. Concubine Hui's pregnancy..."
He stopped talking here and looked at Lingrong seriously: "Rong'er, you must give birth to this child safely."
Ling Rong also nodded: "I will protect this child and prevent him from getting hurt."
"You have to take care of yourself too." Yinzhen clasped her hands tightly and said, "I want you and your child to be safe."
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