Chapter 1130: Between Mother and Daughter
Three of the four concubines left, and Tang Bao's face showed a thoughtful expression.
Then, he looked at Concubine De.
Why didn’t Empress Defei’s family ask for a meeting?
Tang Bao had roughly guessed the meaning behind Concubine Shu's sigh.
It’s simply because of the issue of offspring.
Logically speaking, Concubine De’s family should be more anxious.
Because among the four concubines, only Concubine De had no children.
While Tang Bao was thinking, she went to the stone table where Concubine De was painting.
The painting by Concubine De was of a magnolia flower.
Tang Bao stood by and watched quietly.
The more I look at it, the more I feel that the style of Empress Defei's painting is somewhat familiar.
Well, it seems like they are from the same lineage as his master Yu Zhilan.
"Your Majesty, Madam Li requests an audience." A palace maid came in and knelt down to report.
Tang Bao: “…”
That’s what she said!
The family of Concubine De should not be silent.
After hearing the report from the palace maid, Concubine De was still immersed in painting, as if she didn't hear it.
After a long while, he ordered in a cold voice: "Let her in."
"yes!"
The palace maid agreed and went out to pass on the message.
Soon, a beautiful woman who looked somewhat similar to Concubine De walked in.
"Your humble servant pays homage to Her Majesty the Virtuous Consort." Madam Li bowed.
"No need to be so polite, please take a seat!" Empress Defei said without raising her head, and there was still no trace of tenderness in her voice.
"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty!" said Mrs. Li.
It seemed as if he had become accustomed to Concubine De's cold attitude.
The palace maid quickly brought a round stool.
After Mrs. Li sat down, she looked at Tang Bao with a friendly smile on her face.
Not only that, there was a hint of eagerness in his eyes.
Tang Bao was very polite and nodded slightly to Mrs. Li.
Then, she looked at the Virtuous Consort and said, "Your Majesty has something to do. I will take my leave first and come back another day..."
"No need!" Empress Defei put down her brush and said, "It's fine for you to stay here."
After saying that, he took the handkerchief handed to him by the palace maid, wiped his hands gracefully, and handed it back to the palace maid.
The palace maid took the handkerchief and quietly retreated.
For a moment, only Concubine De, Madam Li and Tang Bao were left in the greenhouse.
Tang Bao was actually a little uncomfortable.
The mother and daughter have been reunited after a long separation, and they might have something heartfelt to say to each other. What's the point of me being here?
"What's the matter, mother?" Concubine De looked at Madam Li calmly, her voice as cold and calm as always.
Tang Bao was a little suspicious. Could it be that this Madam Li was the stepmother of Concubine De?
Otherwise, why is he so cold?
Mrs. Li did not answer, but glanced at Tang Bao.
Tang Bao: “…”
Looks innocent.
It was Concubine De who wouldn't let me leave.
Besides, wasn't the look in your eyes when you looked at me just now very eager?
What? You dislike me now?
Empress Defei seemed not to notice what Madam Li meant, or maybe she did but didn't care at all.
"If you have nothing to do, mother, please leave." said Empress Defei.
Mrs. Li's expression froze, as if she was angry.
However, seeing my daughter's appearance, there was nothing I could do.
She could only endure and say, "Your Majesty, I came here this time to ask you to summon the young doctor to treat your body..."
Mrs. Li said, looking at Tang Bao.
Tang Bao was not surprised at all after hearing what Mrs. Li said.
I believe the families of the other concubines said the same thing.
In addition, I am afraid that the maternal families of the concubines, Zhaoyi and others in the palace have also had ideas this time.
Prince Cheng'en's show-off last night was bound to lead to this situation.
These were all within Tang Bao's expectations.
However, what Concubine De said was beyond Tang Bao's expectations.
"No need!" Empress Defei said coldly, "My daughter has never thought of having children. This is good. I won't let the little genius doctor treat me!"
"How can this be possible?!" Mrs. Li's face changed and she stood up suddenly.
"Why not? Mother ignored my wishes and, for the sake of the Li family's prosperity and wealth, she forcibly sent me to the palace." Empress Defei said coldly, "The benefits I have gained for the Li family over the years are more than enough to repay the Li family's kindness in raising me! If there is nothing else, mother, you don't have to come to see me again!"
Madam Li did not expect that Concubine De would say such a thing.
What's more, this happened in front of Tang Bao, an outsider.
If this gets out and people know that Concubine De is unwilling to enter the palace to serve the Emperor, wouldn't that bring disaster to the Li family?
If the emperor gets angry, will the Li family still have a chance to survive?
Not only that, Concubine De also looked like she wanted to sever ties with the Li family!
Mrs. Li was shocked, frightened and angry.
"It's been so many years, and you still hate me so much? Could it be that you're still thinking about that..."
Mrs. Li suddenly stopped talking, as if she realized that she had said something wrong.
The expression of Concubine De suddenly turned as cold as ice.
Tang Bao: “…”
I feel like I've eaten a big melon again.
Some of the guesses in your mind may be true.
When Mrs. Li saw that Concubine De did not deny it, she seemed to understand something in her heart.
My body couldn't help but shake.
Then, she closed her eyes and said earnestly, "What's past is past. I advised you to give birth to a son for your own good. Don't say such heartless words again. How can you sever the relationship between mother and daughter just like that..."
Mrs. Li's tears fell and she burst into tears.
However, Concubine De remained indifferent and still had a cold expression on her face.
"Is it really for my own good? I'm afraid not." Concubine De said, "You just want me to give birth to a little prince so that you can use this to gain more benefits for the Li family. Who knows, once his ambition grows, he might even dream of instigating the little prince to seize the position of crown prince..."
"Shut up!" Madam Li was so frightened that she almost fainted. She kept shouting, "Are you going to drag the entire Li family to death? How dare you say such outrageous words!"
"Since you dare to think and do it, why shouldn't I say it?" A rare hint of sarcasm appeared on Concubine De's face.
Moreover, he also referred to himself as "this palace".
Such a distant and indifferent attitude made Mrs. Li feel very disappointed.
For a moment, it seemed as if I had aged several years.
Mrs. Li walked away with a staggering gait.
Tang Bao looked at Concubine De, not knowing what to say.
On the contrary, Concubine De's expression returned to her usual cold and aloof expression.
He seemed to be unconcerned about what had just happened.
"What do you think of my painting?" asked Concubine De, pointing at the drawing paper on the stone table.
"The Queen's painting skills are superb and have reached the highest level. Su Tang is ashamed of herself." Tang Bao exclaimed in admiration.
But in his heart, he was even more impressed by Concubine De's determination and state of mind.
Consort Defei shook her head and said, "Compared to your master, I'm afraid he's still a long way behind."
Tang Bao: “…”
There's no way to respond to this.
"Since you like it, I'll give it to you." said Empress Defei.
Tang Bao: “…”
When did I say I liked it?
Besides, I suspect that you are sending it to someone else.
Tang Bao was a little embarrassed, but she couldn't refuse.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Tang Bao bowed and expressed her gratitude.
Empress Defei nodded.
After hesitating for a moment, he finally asked, "How has your master been... these years?"
Tang Bao felt bitter in her heart.
However, he still spoke truthfully, "In reply to your Majesty, my master is doing well, in good health, and as charming as ever."
"That's good."
Empress Defei nodded, and her cold voice was filled with tenderness.
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