Chen Jinheng held a grand family banquet to personally clear Gu Qianlu's name, causing a great stir and becoming known throughout the capital.
Because of this incident, Chen Jinheng was not only seen as a brave and skilled general protecting the country in the eyes of the people of the capital, but also as a good man who remained faithful to his wife until death and never forgot her.
On the Second Prince's side, news of Chen Jinheng personally visiting the Gu residence to draft a notice for Gu Qianluo had already reached Gu Qianxue's ears through Lu's trusted confidants.
She is now ten months pregnant, and the baby is full-term.
If one is not careful, there may be a sudden labor.
On that day, the Second Prince was summoned to the palace to meet the Emperor. He was supposed to bring Gu Qianxue with him, but some unexpected things happened.
Following Madam Lu's instructions, Granny Zhang made a copy of Chen Jinheng's notice and gave it to Gu Qianxue.
This notice is not just a public announcement; it also contains Chen Jinheng's deep affection for Gu Qianluo.
Gu Qianxue should have kept quiet until she looked, because once she did, she became extremely anxious and her lower abdomen started to ache.
Fearing something might happen to her, the second prince forced her to stay in the mansion to rest during her pregnancy until she safely gave birth, at which point she could leave the palace.
Gu Qianxue originally thought that the news of Gu Qianluo's affair with the secret guard a year ago would ruin Gu Qianluo's reputation.
Little did anyone know, the bodyguard was actually a woman!
Upon learning Zhu Ying's true identity, Gu Qianxue found it difficult to eat and sleep.
After all her hard work and planning, she ended up back where she started, feeling like a complete clown.
She couldn't help but recall her previous life.
Gu Qianlu, arm in arm with Li Zhiyan, sat on the Empress's throne, looking down on the Gu family with an air of superiority.
This scene left a deep impression on Gu Qianxue.
In this life, it will finally be her turn to be the Empress!
No matter how reluctant Chen Jinheng is, Gu Qianluo has already passed away, that is an indisputable fact!
"Gu Qianluo, what a pity!"
If you don't die, you will see me move into the Eastern Palace and become the most favored concubine in the harem.
Sigh! I'm starting to regret it!
If you hadn't personally stirred things up back then, would you not have left so early?
Gu Qianluo, just for the deep affection Chen Jinheng has for you, your life is already worthwhile!
Seeing Gu Qianxue engrossed in reading the notice, Granny Zhang feared she had been possessed by evil spirits.
He quickly took out a set of baby jewelry from the chest and cabinet and flattered her.
"Consort Gu, these are several longevity locks sent by Her Majesty the Empress."
Look, which one do you like? We'll get that one for the prince.
"Your mother's choice can't be wrong!"
The glass-colored bell on the silver longevity lock jingled in front of me.
Strong sunlight streamed into the room through the crack in the door, a gentle breeze blew, and the glaring light stung her eyes.
Gu Qianxue was startled and flicked her sleeve to shield herself from the bright light, glimpsing the so-called longevity lock through the gap in her sleeve.
"Long life and wealth? A long life of a hundred years! My child, Gu Qianxue's child, will definitely live better than others! Live longer than others!"
"So, which one does Consort Gu prefer?"
Granny Zhang noticed the joy in her expression and pressed her for an answer.
"I'll take both."
Gu Qianxue picked up the two longevity locks and carefully placed them in the bedside table.
"By the way, do you know why Your Highness came to the palace today?"
The Empress has never liked Gu Qianxue, and now she has sent someone to deliver jewelry.
There must be something they're planning behind this blatant attempt to please her.
Upon hearing this, Granny Zhang's joyful eyes suddenly dimmed, and she looked at Gu Qianxue with pity, saying softly,
"I heard that the Crown Prince passed away last night!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianxue felt a complex mix of emotions, a mixture of joy and sorrow.
The joy stemmed from the fact that the second prince was about to be promoted to crown prince.
The sadness stems from the fact that the Second Prince's harem is about to be filled with more people.
"Is...is that so?"
The Emperor and Empress must be very sad!
"Alas! The Crown Prince was born into wealth and privilege, but he contracted an epidemic during his inspection tour and never recovered."
"Heaven has played a cruel joke on the Emperor."
"Yes! The Crown Prince is intelligent and studious, knowledgeable in classics and virtuous in conduct; he should be the hope of our Great Yue Kingdom, but now..."
"With the Crown Prince gone, many forces are eyeing the position of the Eastern Palace. I fear the Second Prince will find it difficult to escape danger."
Based on her memories from her previous life, Gu Qianxue already knew the ultimate status of the Second Prince, Li Zhiyan.
But this palace intrigue is a battleground where many powerful figures vie for power.
Until the very last moment, it's still uncertain who will emerge victorious!
Just as he was worrying, a servant from the Second Prince's residence ran in with a message, excitedly saying,
"Congratulations, Consort Gu! The Second Prince has successfully secured the position of Crown Prince, and from now on, Consort Gu will be the Crown Princess!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianxue's heart tightened considerably, and an expectant look appeared in her eyes. She gripped her skirt tightly with both hands, repeatedly asking, "..."
"Has the Emperor issued an edict?"
"He's been appointed! He's been appointed! After the late Crown Prince's funeral, the Emperor will hold a ceremony to confer the title of Crown Prince."
"Really? Then we can live in the East Palace from now on!"
Upon learning that the Second Prince, Li Zhiyan, had successfully become the Crown Prince, Gu Qianxue was moved to tears, her mind filled with images of her hopes for the future.
Now that Li Zhiyan has become the crown prince, he will become the emperor once the old emperor passes away.
At that time, Gu Qianxue will be a respected Empress.
Thinking of all this, Gu Qianlu couldn't help but smile smugly.
Congratulations, Consort Gu!
The servant, sensing the opportunity, stepped forward to flatter him.
Granny Zhang was very good at reading people's expressions, and she pulled Gu Qianxue aside to flatter her.
"Then our Consort Gu will be the Crown Princess from now on!"
"Oh my! Consort Gu is so lucky! She's pregnant with the Emperor's child, and His Highness has been named Crown Prince. It's truly a double blessing!"
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