Only then did Physician Lu understand Sun Miaoqing's meaning. Using the opportunity to vie for favor was secondary; her real intention was likely to use this fictitious child to frame other concubines.
The more he thought about it, the more convinced he became that he was right!
However, during his time at the Imperial Hospital, he also witnessed a lot of petty scheming and despicable acts; such things were all too common in the palace.
Ultimately, it depends on who's unlucky enough to suffer the consequences. But honestly, I still feel a little guilty about it.
Physician Lu gritted his teeth and asked cautiously, "Which concubine do you intend to pin the blame for the child's non-existence on, Your Highness?"
Sun Miaoqing frowned. What did Lu Jingsi take her for? A beautiful snake?
“I’m not some wicked woman, and I don’t have any deep-seated hatred for the other concubines, so there’s no need for me to use such tricks to harm people.”
"Don't worry, Physician Lu, I won't let you frame others."
Upon hearing this, Physician Lu breathed a sigh of relief, finally managing to preserve what little conscience he had left.
......
Although the chubby orange cat left with the Empress, it did not go to Jingren Palace for rest, but returned to Yangxin Hall.
Just as he finished tidying himself up, soaked his feet, and was about to go to bed, Xiaxiazi hurriedly walked in.
Big Fatty Orange frowned. Su Peisheng saw this and, although he complained that Xia Zi was rash and unruly, he was still his disciple and couldn't help but protect him, so he scolded him loudly.
"Foolish thing, what's the big deal that you're so panicked about? You've disturbed His Majesty's peace, and even ten lives wouldn't be enough to kill you!"
Xiazi then regained his composure and hurriedly said, "This servant deserves to die, please forgive me, Your Majesty."
The chubby orange said, "Alright, tell me what it is."
Xia Zi said with a beaming smile, "Your Majesty, this servant congratulates you! Consort Cheng of Chuxiu Palace is pregnant!"
Upon hearing this, Daju sat bolt upright in shock. "What?! She's pregnant!"
"I will go and take a look at the Chuxiu Palace."
Then, unable to stop smiling, she put on her shoes and socks, picked up her coat, and walked out while putting them on.
Su Peisheng said with a smile, "This servant congratulates Your Majesty on your birthday today. Consort Cheng has also been diagnosed with pregnancy. Look how happy you are, you can't stop smiling."
Big Fat Orange said, "So what if she's pregnant? What's there to be happy about? If she weren't so mischievous, I wouldn't bother making this trip if I went over and she started making a scene."
Some people say they're unwilling, but their actions tell a different story...
Su Peisheng's lips twitched, and then he saw Xia Zi with a hesitant expression, clearly indicating that she still had something to say.
Yes, who would call the imperial physician in the middle of the night for no reason? Could it be that Consort Cheng's pregnancy has some problems?
Su Peisheng's heart skipped a beat. The Emperor had only been happy for a short while! But if he didn't say anything now, the Emperor would find out when they arrived at Chuxiu Palace. It would be much more difficult to tell him then than to confess now!
What's wrong with you?
Upon hearing this, the chubby orange also stopped smiling and stared at Xia Zi, waiting for his answer.
Xia Xiazi said, "The news from Chuxiu Palace is that Consort Cheng ate too many candied orange peels, which caused her to vomit incessantly and threaten her pregnancy."
"The imperial physician prescribed a medicine to prevent miscarriage. As long as you take the medicine and rest well, there will be no major problems. Just be careful in the future and avoid any major emotional fluctuations, and especially avoid getting angry."
Xia Zi's voice grew softer and softer as she spoke, her head drooping lower and lower. Ultimately, the reason Consort Cheng was having trouble conceiving was because of the chubby orange. But how could the Emperor be at fault? Even if he was, it was because others hadn't properly advised him.
Sure enough, the big orange cat was clearly very embarrassed, and its movements unconsciously slowed down.
Su Peisheng quickly said, "You blind fool, what are you standing here for? Hurry up and go make arrangements."
Xia Zi retreated as if granted a pardon. Once outside, she touched her chest, exhaled a breath of stale air, and went to arrange for a sedan chair.
Fortunately, he had a master to protect him, unlike those wild eunuchs who were unloved by their fathers and mothers and could only rely on themselves in everything!
The chubby orange said, "I just wanted to cure her picky eating habit, but I didn't expect her to get pregnant so quickly."
Su Peisheng smiled as he straightened Da Pangju's clothes, his mouth still full of words.
"His Majesty is in his prime, and it is only natural that Consort Cheng is pregnant, given His Majesty's favor."
"Furthermore, this Noble Lady Cheng has a face like a silver plate and a graceful figure. At first glance, she has the appearance of someone who will have many children and be blessed with good fortune."
"It would be even better if Consort Cheng could have a prince this time."
The chubby man smiled. He didn't have many princes, and none of them seemed like good enough. If this child really was a prince, he would definitely raise him properly to avoid raising another troublesome brat.
I was thinking that I should work harder so that Sun Miaoqing could get pregnant soon. That way, I wouldn't be afraid that she would unwillingly tell me everything she knew.
Who knew that before he even took any action, it was already there—that's what you call double happiness!
The chubby orange cat said, "She's only just gotten pregnant, how do we know it'll definitely be a prince?"
Su Peisheng said, "Your Majesty, rest assured, this servant will pray before the Buddha every day, asking the Bodhisattva to bless Consort Cheng so that she may give birth to a son."
The chubby orange cat smiled and pointed at Su Peisheng, "You..."
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