Chapter 25 Her Promise Has Arrived
He missed the morning court session today because of the Empress's childbirth, but now that he has seen the legitimate son, he naturally wants to share this good news with the ministers.
Fanghua was carried into the bedroom to recuperate after childbirth, and the baby was also moved into the warm room next door. Both mother and child were very comfortable.
Xiao Feng missed the birth of its little master. It was all its fault; it got carried away playing and accidentally ran a little too far away.
When I rushed back, the young master had already returned to the warm pavilion.
Everyone in Kunning Palace knew this remarkable parrot and knew that the Empress Dowager loved it. Seeing it obediently staying by the young prince's side, without making a fuss, no one chased it away.
Fanghua slept until the afternoon, and when she woke up, she heard Xiaofeng shouting happily.
She was feeling a bit weak and found Xiao Feng's excited shouts somewhat annoying. "Alright, shut up. Did you see Cheng Hu? Did you do anything to him?"
Xiaofeng is great in every way, except she talks a lot.
Xiao Feng was filled with grievances. It had rushed back, but its owner had scolded it. That was too much.
"Master." Little Phoenix called out to its master with a wronged tone. Of course, it didn't dare to delay in answering the question its master asked. "Little Master is doing very well. Since being nurtured with the spiritual spring water, Little Master is now incredibly strong."
Fanghua laughed upon hearing its words. Xiaofeng became even more childish, "You are incredibly strong. But even if he is strong, he is still just a child. Xiaofeng, behave yourself these days and keep an eye on Chenghu for me."
She gave birth safely, but I'm afraid it will be an eyesore. Dealing with her is not a problem, but I'm afraid someone will hurt her child.
With Xiaofeng by her side, I can feel at ease.
"Don't worry, Master, Xiao Feng will definitely take good care of you." Knowing its master's obsession with the child, it dared not neglect its duty.
"Your Majesty, you're finally awake. Would you like some water?" Qiaoling, who was guarding the bedside, immediately stepped forward to serve her when she saw her mistress open her eyes.
Fanghua was indeed a little thirsty, but that was all. Her body was also in a lot of pain, but this pain made her happy because it proved that she was alive.
"Um."
My mouth was dry, and I couldn't say anything more, so I could only drink some water first.
The water was cooled to a warm temperature, which is perfect for drinking right after waking up.
"Your Highness, please slow down, let me help you." Qiaoling gently stepped forward to help her mistress up, then picked up the warm water from the low table beside the bed and slowly fed her.
After drinking a cup of water, Fanghua felt much lighter. "Is this the water I prepared beforehand?" She had prepared spiritual spring water for Qiaoling and the others before giving birth, but she didn't expect it to be heated.
"Yes, Your Highness, the nanny said that Your Highness will definitely drink water when you wake up, so she has been keeping it warm for me. Would Your Highness like some more?" Qiaoling put down the teacup, then helped the Your Highness place two pillows behind her back and asked.
Fanghua also wanted to recover quickly so she could hold Chenghu, so she nodded and said, "Okay, I'll have another drink."
The spiritual spring water is a wonderful health tonic. After drinking two cups, not only did all the pain in her body disappear, but a large amount of blood was also discharged. She had to change her clothes and bedding with Qiaoling's help.
Zhang, the old woman who was guarding the prince in the warm room, also heard the commotion and had the wet nurse take the child into the bedroom.
"Your Highness, this old servant has brought the prince to pay his respects." The joy on Zhang Mama's face hadn't faded since morning; she was practically beaming.
"Quickly, bring it here so I can see it."
After giving birth to Chenghu, she only looked at him for a while before falling into a deep sleep, naturally missing her child.
Soon the wet nurse handed the baby to Fanghua, intending to teach her how to hold the baby. Unexpectedly, Fanghua's method of holding the baby was very correct, which surprised the wet nurses.
However, Fanghua was focused on the child and didn't notice the changes in the wet nurses, but Zhang Mama and Qiaoyun, who were watching over the child, did.
Ignoring whether there were outsiders present, Granny Zhang threatened directly, "Shut your mouths. Remember what you should and shouldn't say, or don't blame our Lady for being ruthless."
The four wet nurses were so frightened that they immediately knelt down, saying, "Your servants will remember your teachings, Granny."
Fanghua was naturally drawn back to her senses by the commotion. She glanced at the four people kneeling on the ground, then quickly looked away.
"Alright, Granny, the prince will still need them to serve him in the future. Get up, all of you. As long as you serve the prince well, you will be rewarded handsomely."
After saying this, Fanghua ordered four wet nurses to be given to her.
"You may all leave now. I will summon you if needed."
She hadn't known her wet nurses for very long, and she didn't want them standing by her side.
"Yes, this servant takes his leave."
After the wet nurse left, Fanghua asked her about what happened after she fainted.
Upon learning of the Empress Dowager and the Emperor's reactions, Fanghua was momentarily at a loss as to what they were thinking.
“From now on, Kunning Palace will have another master. Granny, tell the servants below to be more vigilant, after all, many people are watching the birth of the legitimate son.”
Putting aside the harem, there are probably many people in the court who want to get rid of them, mother and son.
"Your Majesty, rest assured, this old servant has made all the arrangements. Several second-class palace maids have been brought up to serve the prince, and we will ensure that he is not harmed by treacherous people."
Fanghua's second-class palace maids were also unmatched by others. These were all skilled women that Fanghua had trained after entering the palace. Although they were not as good as Qiaoling and the others, they were all first-rate in their abilities.
With the blessing of the spiritual spring water, these second-class palace maids all possessed great skills.
"Oh, who is serving the prince now?" She hadn't expected Zhang Mama to be so thoughtful, even arranging the people.
She thought it was Qiaoyun and the others who were serving her.
"Your Majesty, it is Xiang'an and Xiangxia. One is skilled in martial arts and the other in medicine. They are the perfect choice to serve the prince."
Although Granny Zhang cared for the prince, she never thought of having Qiaoling and Qiaoyun serve him. Instead, she chose two people from the Xiang generation that she had trained.
Hearing this, Fanghua felt relieved. "Yes, I trust the nanny's judgment. Let them serve the prince and receive the salary of a first-class palace maid."
Upon hearing this, Xiang An and Xiang Xia, who were standing behind the crowd, immediately stepped forward and kowtowed to express their gratitude.
"Thank you for the reward, Your Majesty the Empress."
She didn't need to worry about the arrangements made by the palace maids, such as Zhang Mama and Li Changfu.
The little one in her arms was sleeping soundly, which melted Fanghua's heart as a mother.
I picked up my child and kissed him again and again, I couldn't get enough of it, I just wanted to keep kissing him like that forever.
"Your Majesty, the prince has only been eating for a short while, and you have just woken up. How about I have the wet nurse take the prince down to rest first, and then bring him back when he wakes up?"
Qiaoling was a little worried about the Empress's health and wanted her to rest more. "The imperial physician said that Your Majesty can eat some liquid food after waking up. I have already prepared some porridge. Would Your Majesty like some now?"
After all, Her Majesty is still in poor health.
Although Fanghua was reluctant, she did not object to Qiaoling's suggestion. Besides, Xiaofeng was with the child, so Fanghua was quite at ease.
"I'll listen to you. Let the wet nurse come in and take the prince down to rest. She can bring him back to me when he wakes up."
Soon the wet nurse took the child back to the warm room, and Fanghua also drank most of a bowl of congee under Qiaoling's care.
Because she drank the spring water, Fanghua was in pretty good spirits.
Just as the mistress and servant were talking, Li Changfu came in to report.
"Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager's gifts have arrived."
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