Living in the inner palace, thinking too little or too much is just as dangerous.
Overthinking makes one arrogant and self-centered. Overthinking makes one too vulnerable to being taken advantage of.
The most precious thing is that it's just right.
After lunch, the rain outside showed no signs of letting up.
Yan Nangui and Shu Chengfeng stood in the study for a while, reading some books and such.
I went to take a nap.
It's not good to eat and then sleep, so we stood for a while, even though we were both very sleepy.
A thin mattress was laid on the bed in the outer room.
The two men took off their outer garments and slept there in their undergarments, where it was cool.
It was raining outside, which made it even more comfortable. The rain stopped just as they had fallen asleep.
They simply draped a thin blanket over each other, just enough to cover their waist and abdomen.
One was tired from getting up early for court, and the other was sleepy from getting up early to pay respects to the emperor. In any case, once they got into bed, they fell asleep quickly.
The servants moved very quietly and carefully in and out.
When Chanyi entered the small kitchen, she saw Bai Wei there as well.
"Sister Chanyi, are His Majesty and the Empress asleep?" Bai Wei asked.
"They're asleep, what are you doing?"
"Oh, make some lotus seed and white fungus soup. Her Majesty likes it, and it'll be perfect for when His Majesty and Her Majesty get up. It's hot today, so this will help cool them down," Bai Wei said.
“You’re very thoughtful. I was just checking what we have. As for snacks, let someone get them from the kitchen. We don’t make enough here. I’ll wash some fruit in a bit,” Chanyi said.
The group discussed and prepared the snacks and fruits for later.
Compared to the orderly Zhaochun Palace, Fengxiang Palace was in a state of chaos at this time.
The Empress was summoned to the First Prince's room and, looking at the feverish child, asked, "What happened?"
"Your Majesty, it seems the Crown Prince has contracted chickenpox. He has already developed it on his body and neck. I have already sent for the imperial physician. May I ask Your Majesty's instruction to summon His Majesty as well?"
Su Minghai asked.
"Where is His Majesty? Go and invite him here."
“Ah, His Majesty should be in Zhaochun Palace right now,” Su Minghai said.
Seeing that the Empress had no further instructions, he hurried off.
The Empress moved closer, frowning as she looked at the chickenpox: "Chickenpox shouldn't be serious, right? Has anyone ever had this disease?"
The wet nurse hurriedly said, "However, all children get chickenpox or measles when they are young. Once they've had it, they'll never get it again. We servants will be careful not to let His Highness scratch the pimples. The pimples will disappear in three to five days, and he'll be completely healed in about ten days. Your Highness, please don't worry."
The wet nurse smiled apologetically, thinking to herself that she was not her biological mother after all.
The first thing they ask is whether or not someone has been asked.
They didn't even mention whether the child was feeling unwell or not.
At Zhaochun Palace, Shu Chengfeng had just woken up.
Just as he hugged her, he heard Yunji call out from outside.
He frowned, answered, and sat up: "What is it?"
"Your Majesty, the Empress has sent someone to invite you, saying that the First Prince has contracted chickenpox and has a fever, and she requests that you come to see him," Yun Ji said.
Shu Chengfeng hummed in agreement and got off the ground.
Jiangxiang hurried over to help him change his clothes.
Yan Nangui turned over and said, "Bring Your Majesty some drinks. Drink first, then go. All children get chickenpox; I had it when I was little too. It's nothing serious."
Shu Chengfeng glanced at her but said nothing.
He thought to himself that it was only because she dared to say anything that someone else would be more nervous than him.
When the white fungus soup was brought over, Shu Chengfeng actually drank a bowl and ate a few pastries before leaving: "Take your time."
She definitely has to go, otherwise things could get complicated with the Empress.
Knowing full well that you still don't go to visit them, isn't that just being arrogant?
Yan Nan returned, got up to dress and do her hair, drank a bowl of white fungus soup, and then went out.
The imperial physician has arrived, as have Consort Xiang and Consort Ye.
Consort Ye rolled her eyes when she saw Yan Nangui.
They're so late.
However, since she didn't say anything, Yan Nangui didn't bother to pay her any attention.
After all, even Yan Nangui couldn't handle someone as energetic as my cousin, who's full of fighting spirit all year round.
The eldest prince has chickenpox. He had a fever because of chickenpox, and it looked serious, but he will get better after a few days.
Therefore, the Empress was not too worried.
Shu Chengfeng was relieved after seeing it, as he himself had similar pimples when he was a child.
If chickenpox is properly cared for, it won't leave scars.
The eldest prince was groaning in discomfort, but fortunately, with so many people serving him, nothing serious happened.
"Tell the concubines who have children to be careful. Don't let the children touch things they shouldn't. Take good care of the children," Shu Chengfeng said.
"Yes, it was my nervousness that alarmed Your Majesty," the Empress replied.
"It's alright." Shu Chengfeng wasn't going to get angry over this.
"Tong'er is pregnant, why did she come? The First Prince is alright, he should go back first," Shu Chengfeng said to Consort Xiangxian.
"I was nearby, so I came to check on things. Once I found everything was alright, I went back. Your Majesty need not worry," Consort Xiang said with a smile.
Yan Nangui could tell that she had applied makeup.
I guess she doesn't look too good.
I heard she's having quite a bit of morning sickness.
After everyone has seen it, it's time to disperse.
After thinking for a while, Shu Chengfeng got up and left with Yan Nangui.
I'm so lazy, I don't want to go back to handle official business.
Yan Nangui simply smiled and said nothing.
The two of them weren't in a hurry to go back, so they strolled into the Imperial Garden.
Shubi Pavilion was deserted; it had rained that morning, and the air was fresh.
Everywhere you look, there are chirping insects and birds, which makes you feel very comfortable.
Below the pavilion is a jasmine grove, which has just begun to bloom. The snow-white flowers are small, but their fragrance is extremely pleasant.
These flowers look nice, but they're not easy to care for; if you don't take good care of them, they won't bloom.
If it gets infested with insects, it's even more troublesome.
These flowers were not only liked by the masters, but also by the palace maids, who would often pick them and wear them.
At this moment, Yuanhua picked a bunch and hung them around Yan Nangui's waist.
Yan Nangui smiled, casually shook the flower, and let it hang there.
“These flowers are nice. But you’re better suited to something more vibrant,” Shu Chengfeng said.
“I like them all,” Yan Nangui contradicted him.
"Yes, I'll have someone send a few pots over to your place later. Just put them on the porch; there's no need to put them inside. They smell too good; it keeps me awake at night," Shu Chengfeng said.
The two chatted idly in the Imperial Garden for quite some time before returning home.
After it rained, there were a lot of mosquitoes; otherwise, I could have sat there a little longer.
His Majesty had already gone to the Empress's place, but he still ended up going with Consort Yan again.
This makes many people feel uncomfortable.
However, no matter how uncomfortable I felt, I dared not say a word.
But some people are destined to have a sleepless night.
There is only one emperor, but women are naturally sensitive and always hope that he can be with them when they are hurt, in pain, or sick.
Qu Jieyu of Yiyu Pavilion thought so too.
Even if you are perfectly clear-headed rationally, it's impossible not to care in your heart.
Even if she's usually quite optimistic, she'll still feel sad after losing her child.
In her heart, she hated Empress Dowager Ye and the women of the Ye family to the core.
Hugging my pillow, I curled up in a ball on this not-so-cold night.
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