Qin Mu was in a state of distress.
I went straight to the Oborozuki Palace.
Inside the Longyue Palace, Liu Linglong was happily touching her belly.
A hint of joy flashed in Liu Linglong's eyes when she saw Qin Mu.
"Your Majesty, the elixir you bestowed upon me is truly effective."
She had only taken the pill a short time before she felt warm all over, especially her stomach. Before, her stomach had always been cold, which was probably why she couldn't conceive the emperor's child. But after taking the pill, her stomach, hands, and feet warmed up.
"I wonder where Your Majesty obtained the elixir, and if you have any more. If so, could you please grant me another one?" Her brother from her maternal family also had difficulty conceiving. He and her sister-in-law had been married for ten years and only had one daughter, which troubled her father.
What use is power if there is no one to inherit it?
The Liu family is now facing this situation.
"I only have this one." It was snatched from Ning Zixin.
"Your Majesty, what about the Ning family...?"
Liu Linglong naturally knew that the pills came from Ning Zixin, but given how powerful the Ning family was, they might have some more hidden away.
"It's gone."
For some reason, Qin Mu became even more irritated upon hearing Liu Linglong's words. "You should rest properly."
After saying this, he left on his own, leaving Liu Linglong feeling resentful.
"Your Majesty, what's wrong with him?"
Lanxin looked puzzled.
"Perhaps it's guilt."
This pill should have been specially sought out by Ning Hongze for Ning Zixin. Now that she has taken Ning Zixin's pill, the Emperor naturally feels somewhat guilty towards her.
But the guilt is only temporary; this is more practical.
Liu Linglong touched her belly again.
Qin Mu went to Wanlan Palace.
Since the six-month period was canceled, Qin Mu has not seen this person for more than half a month.
Before, she would appear by his side every few days to conceive the child, using all sorts of temptations. Now, it seems she has completely abandoned him.
He had just stepped into Wanlan Palace when he heard a noisy commotion inside.
Ning Zixin wore a reddish brocade palace dress with a series of light-colored peach blossoms embroidered on the hem. Her eyebrows and eyes were bright, her lips were red, and she was incomparably beautiful.
My heart skipped a beat.
It seemed to be the first time he realized that Ning Zixin was actually so beautiful.
Unlike Liu Linglong's ethereal and otherworldly beauty, Ning Zixin is more like a flame, a burning, beautiful flame.
Full of energy.
Upon seeing Qin Mu, Ning Zixin was taken aback and stared at him in surprise for a while. Why was he here?
Why would the Emperor come to her place?
She was still in a daze when the two maids behind her nudged her arm. Only then did she come to her senses and gracefully bow.
"May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings? What brings Your Majesty here?"
Qin Mu was taken aback.
"I have come to see you."
"oh."
Ning Zixin said "oh" and then fell silent.
Ning Zixin's voice was beautiful; Ning Hongze was immediately drawn to it upon her arrival in this world. However, she was far too quiet, rarely speaking in public.
Previously, Qin Mu had a prejudice against her, so he couldn't see her good points.
At this moment, however, it could be heard clearly.
She had a beautiful and charming voice, but her tone was distant and polite, devoid of any emotion.
Qin Mu clenched his fist, a surge of anger rising within him.
"I will be staying at Wanlan Palace tonight. Send someone to prepare my meal."
"Ah? Your Majesty, didn't you already promise me that you would cancel that six-month period?"
"I have cancelled it, but is there a problem with me sleeping with my own woman?" This woman, this woman, truly has no feelings for him whatsoever.
It absolutely infuriated him.
Qin Mu put one arm around Ning Zixin, trapping her in his embrace, and lowered his head to kiss her lips.
"Your Majesty, I have something to say."
Ning Zixin struggled desperately.
"explain."
"I think we should finish our meal first."
"Shut up, eat after you've had your sleep—"
The Ning family welcomed guests again.
A middle-aged woman.
Liu Taifu's widowed sister, and her son.
Liu's son's eyes darted around as he looked the Ning family up and down.
He really is rich; this house is much better than the one his mother gave him.
Ning Hong frowned. What were these two planning to do?
If they won't marry her, is she trying to cling to their family?
"I am Liu Qingqing."
"oh."
The Ning father and son simply responded with an "oh," which made Liu feel slightly embarrassed.
"I wonder what brings Madam Liu to our home?"
"This?" How should she put it?
These two, father and son, have gone too far. How could a woman like her bring up such a thing? Besides, she had already asked a matchmaker to talk to them before, so why are they still pretending not to know?
"Madam Liu?" Ning Hao called out again.
"Uncle Ning, there's no need to be so polite. Just call my mother by her name. If you're still this formal after you get married, how will you live your lives?"
“Young Master Liu is joking. My father and your mother have no relation whatsoever. We have already clearly refused before.”
Ning Hong then spoke up.
This son is shameless. He made his father call his mother by her maiden name as soon as he opened his mouth. If this gets out, the reputation of the Liu family will be completely ruined.
Of course, it will also affect his father's reputation.
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