Chapter 836
Inside the Yunnan Prince's residence, Huo Zhao alone guessed Consort Qu's intentions.
It's not difficult, after all, Consort Qu's only concerns outside are her own mother and younger brother.
However, Huo Zhao had no intention of cooperating with Consort Qu.
Firstly, although Huo Zhao was not a petty person, since the other party had come for his life, Huo Zhao could not let them off easily.
Secondly, the Prince of Yunnan's residence did not actually need Consort Qu.
Upon further reflection, the Yunnan Prince's Palace held considerable military power. If it were to become involved with the women close to the emperor, the disadvantages would likely outweigh the advantages.
Since he wasn't going to pay any attention to her, Huo Zhao naturally didn't send back the things that Consort Qu had given him, but instead had them put into the storeroom.
Huo Zhao had no intention of inquiring about the Qu family, as she had more important matters to attend to.
That's cardamom.
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The next day, Yao Susu went to the Marquis's residence, while Huo Zhao summoned Doukou to the Prince's residence for a talk.
Having not seen each other for a long time, and with Huo Zhao's status now vastly different from before, Dou Kou couldn't help but feel reserved when facing her.
“There’s no need for that. We have a relationship,” Huo Zhao said. “These past few days while I was away, you managed to set up the intelligence network all by yourself. That’s all thanks to your efforts.”
Doukou quickly replied, "Miss, you're exaggerating. My intelligence network is too disorganized and can't be of much help to you. Besides, the reason this intelligence network was able to expand is actually because of the money you gave me before."
For Huo Zhao, that silver was nothing more than a drop in the ocean, but for Dou Kou, it was a considerable sum.
Only with that money could Doukou's thoughts and ideas be put into practice.
"You're pregnant, don't stand for too long."
Doukou sat down, still feeling somewhat apprehensive.
At this moment, Jixiang spoke up: "By the way, Doukou, how has your mother been since we left Luoyang?"
"It's all good. Although she suffered a bit at the beginning, things are much better now than before," Doukou said with a wry smile. "But my mother is used to being busy. Now that I ask her to enjoy life, she can't stay idle. She helps out at the inn every day."
Jixiang smiled and said, "Actually, the older people get, the more restless they are. It's good to be a little busy. Besides, your mother is always with you, so you can feel at ease."
"yes."
After a few casual words, Doukou had already relaxed.
Huo Zhao was about to chat with her about family matters again when Le An, unable to contain her impatience, blurted out, "Dou Kou, how is your relationship with your husband?"
As soon as Le An finished speaking, Huo Zhao and Ji Xiang both looked at her, each more speechless than the other.
That's way too hasty.
Unexpectedly, Doukou breathed a sigh of relief and smiled with a sense of relief: "Finally, you've gotten to this point."
Meeting Huo Zhao's somewhat surprised gaze, Doukou smiled and said, "I know why you called me here today, Miss."
Upon hearing this, Huo Zhao nodded: "So what do you think?"
“I… to be honest, I don’t know,” Doukou lowered her head and touched her lower abdomen. “Even if I know he has entrusted himself to the wrong person, I’m already pregnant. If I break up with him now… what will happen to my child in the future?”
As she spoke, Doukou's voice trembled with tears: "And then there's my mother. She finally escaped slavery and no longer has to live at the mercy of others. Now she sees me getting married and pregnant. If I suddenly separate from him, my mother will be so disappointed..."
After saying this, Doukou couldn't help but burst into tears.
The group exchanged glances and understood her current predicament.
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