Xu Lingyi had become accustomed to the tearful expressions in the eyes of the Empress Dowager and the Emperor.
Both mother and son were in high spirits.
Because of their status, they appear very dignified and unapproachable in the eyes of others.
But Xu Lingyi saw the mother and son crying with excitement more than once, hugging her and crying.
She was surprised the first time, but then she got used to it.
In fact, Xu Lingyi could understand that to the emperor and the empress dowager, children were like treasures that were out of their reach, and she also valued the child.
"Yier." The emperor once again held her hand tightly, his deep eyes seemed to contain infinite affection and gratitude.
Xu Lingyi took the twin pills herself, and she was not surprised, but at this moment she still showed an extremely surprised and happy expression.
In the following days, after confirming that Xu Lingyi was fine.
The emperor and the empress dowager did not relax their nervous hearts, especially the emperor, who had new worries.
It was obviously she who was pregnant, but the dark circles under his eyes became heavier and he became thinner.
The court officials increasingly felt that the emperor might have health problems, and rumors began to spread that the emperor was seriously ill.
The voices in the court calling for an adopted son were almost unstoppable.
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Shen Qinghuai's residence.
"Father." Shen Rou's voice was hoarse and her face looked much more haggard. She looked completely devoid of her former boldness and recklessness.
"You can't drink anymore."
Shen Rou was trying to persuade him outside the door, but Shen Qinghuai didn't open the door or respond.
"How long are you going to drink?" Shen Rou's voice was choked with sobs. Ever since Xu Lingyi entered the palace, their Shen family had become a laughing stock in the entire capital.
In the past, they all said that Xu Lingyi was marrying above her station. After her father divorced, many people came to the house hoping to find a mistress for him.
They all said that Xu Lingyi was not worthy of their father.
But after knowing that Xu Lingyi became the Imperial Noble Consort, their family suddenly became awkward.
Even if those people talked about it in private, they didn't dare to say a bad word about Xu Lingyi.
Xu Lingyi is now of noble status, and His Majesty has praised her for her virtue, so she is absolutely perfect. The bad ones are her father and their Shen family.
My father couldn't accept that bitch entering the palace, nor could he accept being rejected by His Majesty, so he was depressed all day long.
Now when he goes out, he no longer looks like the general he used to be.
Shen Rou couldn't stand Shen Qinghuai's behavior, and she couldn't accept the gap at all. When she went out in the past, many women in Beijing pursued her because of her family background.
The more proud she was in the past, the more she is despised by others now.
She could only try to find ways to cheer her father up, after all, she knew that her father had real skills in marching and fighting.
"Father, things change over time. Your Majesty has been unable to conceive for many years and is gradually growing older. Now, I heard he is seriously ill. I'm sure he'll be gone one day."
Having said that, Shen Rou lowered her voice.
"My younger brother said that many people in the court are now urging Your Majesty to adopt a son from the royal family. Even Your Majesty would not be able to withstand the pressure from the entire court. By the time the Crown Prince is chosen, with my father's talent, he might be able to make a comeback. Even if my father likes it..."
As soon as Shen Rou opened her mouth, she wanted to talk about that bitch.
But considering Xu Lingyi's current status, she changed her words: "Father likes her and will wait for His Majesty in the future... I heard that His Majesty has been ill twice. If you hold power, you and her may be able to rekindle your relationship. Father, I beg you to cheer up and stop being like this all day long."
Although Shen Qinghuai was drunk, he still heard what Shen Rou said.
Ever since he saw the emperor hugging Xu Lingyi in Zhuangzi last time, he could no longer remain calm and composed.
He couldn't deceive his own heart. At that moment, he truly realized that he had fallen in love with her. He always realized things too late.
Shen Qinghuai also asked himself again and again why he fell in love with her.
He thought that maybe it was because of her extraordinary beauty, or maybe it was because of her always gentle and quiet nature, or maybe it was because of her consideration for him in every detail.
When she was in the mansion, he didn't have to worry about trivial matters at home, and she often brought him meals and vegetables when he was handling official business.
Her gentleness and thoughtfulness were so subtle and effective, but now that he has lost her, he realizes how much he longed for the warmth she gave him.
He also realized that she was good in every way. He has always been a sentimental person, and it would be too cruel for him to lose her after having her.
In fact, when he went to Zhuangzi to pick her up that day, he had already made up his mind to start over with Xu Lingyi.
It was His Majesty who used his power to seize her. How could he not hate her? He hated himself and His Majesty.
"Father!!" Seeing Shen Qinghuai pushing the door open, Shen Rou was stunned.
Did her father listen to her?
"Send someone to fetch some water." Shen Qinghuai's voice was hoarse. He hadn't taken care of himself for many days. He was no longer as tall and handsome as before, and looked much older.
Shen Qinghuai still didn't want to give up. What Shen Rou said might not be unreasonable. He still had illusions about Xu Lingyi.
He also wanted to verify whether the emperor was really seriously ill.
Of course the emperor was not sick, he was in good health, but he couldn't sleep well every day and he did look much more haggard.
"Yier, did I wake you up?" The emperor saw Xu Lingyi open her eyes. "I'll go out and sleep. It's time to go to court. You should get some rest."
The emperor lowered his voice, reached out to cover her with the quilt, and then bent down to kiss her.
Xu Lingyi was indeed woken up by the emperor. His movements were very light, but Xu Lingyi could still feel him tossing and turning in bed.
"Your Majesty, are you going to announce the news of my pregnancy today?" Xu Lingyi asked.
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