Chapter 99 His Concubine
"This humble woman dares not. I acted rashly today because I was truly worried about Your Majesty's safety, which is why I had to say a few more words." Dou Wenyi felt a chill run down her spine; this move was far too risky.
Consort Zhang clearly didn't believe her, her voice turning cold, "No need to take her pulse. You haven't even seen her yet, how can you be sure she's pregnant?"
Dou Wenyi explained earnestly, “Your Majesty, I have known some divination and predictive arts since I was a child. Your Majesty only needs to summon a doctor to know the truth. I hope Your Majesty will think it over.”
Consort Zhang hesitated slightly, but eventually listened to her advice. She glanced at the head maid beside her and said, "Go and fetch the imperial physician. You can get up now."
Dou Wenyi breathed a sigh of relief, respectfully got up, and sat down in the rosewood chair.
At this moment, a palace maid entered and reported, "Your Highness, His Highness the Crown Prince and Miss Sheng have come to pay their respects."
Dou Wenyi was stunned for a moment. She never expected to run into Pei Siyan at Jingren Palace. She really didn't want to see him.
Pei Siyan and a stunningly beautiful noblewoman entered the hall one after the other.
Her gaze involuntarily fell on the young lady Sheng, who was Sheng Xiyue, the eldest daughter of the Sheng family of Boyang, and Pei Siyan's only concubine in his previous life. Later, she might even become the Empress of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
Sheng Xiyue wore an elegant long dress with a subtle begonia pattern, exuding grace, virtue, composure, and poise. She was a true noblewoman.
If Dou Mingyan hadn't interfered because of her life-saving grace, she would have been the Crown Princess whom everyone hoped for.
Dou Wenyi stood up and bowed. A subtle glint flashed in Pei Siyan's eyes. He nodded indifferently, "What a coincidence, Miss Dou."
The words, which were perfectly normal, were uttered by him with an exaggerated and drawn-out tone, giving them a frivolous and flirtatious quality.
Dou Wenyi felt a chill run down her spine.
Pei Siyan's lips curved into a smile. His gaze lingered on her neck for a moment before shifting away, and he turned to ask Consort Shu, "I heard that Chengxian's marriage has been arranged?"
Consort Zhang's expression darkened, and she snorted coldly, "Don't even mention it. Some people are just arrogant and clueless..."
Pei Siyan smiled meaningfully, "Your subject wholeheartedly agrees."
Sheng Xiyue glanced at Dou Wenyi and smiled, "I'm afraid young ladies are just shy."
The implication is that even when refusing, it's always a humble remark.
Dou Wenyi chuckled to herself. Just because Miss Sheng has this kind of personality, does she think everyone is like that?
At this moment, a palace maid rushed in and reported, "Your Majesty, the imperial physician says that Consort Jiang's imperial heir is probably... in danger."
"You may all step back for now." Consort Zhang frowned slightly, a sudden jolt running through her heart.
No one has been born in the palace for many years. Consort Jiang was punished by being forced to kneel because of this incident. The Emperor's wrath may well be directed at her. There is a fear that Consort Tan will take advantage of the situation to frame her, and even implicate the Crown Prince.
A sinister glint flashed in Pei Siyan's narrow eyes. "Someone, escort Miss Sheng back."
Sheng Xiyue gazed at him tenderly, but ultimately withdrew respectfully.
Pei Siyan's expression was cold, as if he didn't notice her reluctance at all.
Dou Wenyi remained calm and spoke firmly, "Your Highness, I wish to check on Consort Jiang's condition. I have some methods from the martial arts world that might be of help."
From the moment she opened her mouth, she became involved in Jiang Wan's cause and effect, and she could no longer remain uninvolved in this matter.
If Consort Zhang is punished, she might repeat the same mistake and implicate the entire Zhang family. She doesn't want to see Zhang Chengxian's family destroyed again, so she absolutely cannot just leave.
Consort Zhang hesitated, and Pei Siyan glanced at her, saying, "Act according to the situation, don't be reckless!"
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In the side hall, a strong stench of blood assaulted the nostrils. The physician beside the bed had a solemn expression, and when he saw Dou Wenyi enter, he gave her a wary look.
On the bed, Consort Jiang's face was deathly pale. Her once beautiful face looked extremely haggard from the pain. Her personal maid was kneeling by the bed, wiping the sweat from her forehead with a hot towel. A large patch of bright red blood stained the hem of her skirt.
Dou Wenyi stared at the bloodstains and placed her hand on the woman's wrist. "Your Majesty, judging from the pulse, it shouldn't be difficult to save the baby. However, I need to administer acupuncture to Consort Jiang."
The maidservant exchanged a horrified glance with the physician. "Who are you? Do you want to kill my lady? Murdering a royal heir is a serious crime! Our lady doesn't want you to administer acupuncture."
Consort Zhang, standing behind her, looked at her with a more probing gaze. "You really know how?"
Can acupuncture help prevent miscarriage?
Unheard of! Does she really have such abilities?
“Your Majesty, the illness is critical and cannot be delayed any longer!” Dou Wenyi’s gaze lingered on Consort Jiang’s face, her voice calm and composed. “Your Majesty, acupuncture requires a calm mind. Please wait outside.”
Everyone else was asked to leave, leaving only the two of them inside.
Dou Wenyi pinched Consort Jiang's philtrum hard, and the woman on the couch trembled slightly.
"Your Majesty, it's time to wake up. No matter what magic medicine you use, you can't save this pregnancy. Instead of framing Consort Zhang, you should find your real enemy."
Before she could finish speaking, Consort Jiang sat up abruptly, both surprised and furious. "Whose side are you on?"
Dou Wenyi remained calm, speaking in a voice only audible to the two of them, "Your Majesty, last time in the Li Palace, it was Consort Tan who poisoned you. They framed the Crown Prince, do you think you could have survived? Consort Zhang is not your enemy. You are being used without even realizing it."
"Also, the fetus in your womb lost its heartbeat a few days ago. You must have bribed that doctor earlier."
"If you consult with a few more doctors, your lies will fall apart on their own. Your Majesty, think back a few days ago, have you eaten anything unusual?"
Consort Jiang was startled and couldn't believe it.
Since becoming pregnant, she has been exceptionally careful, especially when it comes to food. She only eats food after others have tasted it first.
Just a few days ago, her mother brought her some pastries from Shifangzhai to visit her. They were her favorite flavors, and she only ate them after seeing her mother eat them...
How could her mother harm her?
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