She had to find a way to get rid of Chunxin and that damned Chunyi as soon as possible. She actually listened to Chunxin and did whatever Chunxin said. She was still here, and Chunxin didn't respect her, the young lady, at all. Neither of them were good people.
Ren Nuanyun grew angrier the more she thought about it, completely unaware that it was precisely her inaction and indifference that caused Chunyi to suffer so much and gradually drift away from her.
Chunxin stared at Ren Nuanyun, whose appetite was gradually improving, and at the hand that was covering her lower abdomen. The jealousy in her eyes intensified. She remembered that yesterday when she went to the Crown Prince's residence, the Crown Prince carefully instructed her to take good care of Ren Nuanyun and to try her best to meet any requests Ren Nuanyun had.
Seeing the wise and powerful Crown Prince showing such meticulous care to a woman, Chunxin felt even more uneasy. No, she absolutely could not let Ren Nuanyun's child be born.
However, she cannot take action herself, otherwise the Crown Prince will definitely find out about this matter and will never let her off the hook. The only suitable person left to take action is the Empress.
The Empress has been dissatisfied with Ren Nuanyun for a long time. If she knew that Ren Nuanyun was pregnant, she would probably take action against her.
With a thought in mind, Chunxin left the Crown Prince's residence with the things the Crown Prince had prepared for Ren Nuanyun. After turning a corner, she changed direction and walked in the other direction.
Inside the palace, the Empress was already troubled by Qu Qingran's entry into the palace. Now, upon hearing the person in front of her say that Ren Nuanyun was pregnant again, she was so angry that she threw the teacup in her hand to the ground.
"What did you say?" the Empress asked coldly.
Chunxin knelt on the ground and repeated, "Princess Mingxiu is pregnant."
"Whose child is it?" The Queen had a guess in her mind, but couldn't help asking to confirm.
"It's the Crown Prince's child, and he's been living for over a month."
"That Ren Nuanyun is really shameless. They're not even married yet, and she's already acting like this. She doesn't respect the rules at all." The Empress slammed her hand on the table, unable to hide her anger.
That bitch is already pregnant! No, her status is too low; she's not worthy of the Crown Prince at all. I haven't made a move before because they had a long time before their marriage. I never expected Ren Nuanyun to be so shameless, having already slept with the Crown Prince and getting pregnant.
If it were anyone else, let alone anything else, he is the Crown Prince. How could he do something so unruly? If Ren Nuanyun were just an ordinary woman, she could have been quietly carried in through the side gate of the Crown Prince's residence. But she is now Princess Mingxiu, the Crown Princess betrothed by the Emperor.
If the Emperor finds out, he will surely punish both of them. It's fine for Ren Nuanyun to be punished, but not for the Crown Prince.
This child cannot be kept; she must get rid of the child before this matter gets out.
After pondering for a while, the Empress gave her personal maid a wink. The maid withdrew and soon returned with a package, handing it to Chunxin, who was kneeling on the ground.
"After you go back, find a way to add this to Ren Nuanyun's food without anyone noticing. Remember, no one can find out about this, not even the Crown Prince. It would be best to frame Qu Qingxi for this, and don't make this a public affair, so as not to damage the Crown Prince's reputation."
"Princess Nanqing?" Chunxin was slightly puzzled. Why was Qu Qingxi being framed for this? And what was Qu Qingxi's connection to this matter?
"Hmm." The Empress nodded. After the death of Granny Yang last time, the Empress knew that this Princess of Nanqing was not simple. Compared to Qu Qingxi, she naturally chose to believe Granny Yang.
Although Granny Yang had been used to being domineering over the years, she still knew what was important. Even if she was somewhat disrespectful to Qu Qingxi on the way to the palace, she would never poison Qu Qingxi's tea in the palace.
On the contrary, the laxative that Granny Yang mentioned is more likely. In any case, because of Qu Qingxi, Granny Yang died. Granny Yang was someone the Empress trusted extremely, and the Empress would definitely try to avenge Granny Yang.
Now is a perfect opportunity to get rid of Ren Nuanyun's child, preventing Ren Nuanyun from having any chance to blackmail the Crown Prince, and also to frame Qu Qingxi. Even if the Crown Prince and Ren Nuanyun find out, they will only blame Qu Qingxi. It's a win-win situation.
"Yes, Your Majesty, this servant obeys." A look of joy flashed in Chunxin's eyes. As long as the Empress was willing to take action, it didn't matter who was framed, as long as it had nothing to do with her in the end.
The Empress glanced at the person kneeling on the ground. Having been in the palace for many years, she could easily see through Chunxin's thoughts.
"I see that you are intelligent and kind-hearted, and you always think of the Crown Prince. Do a good job in this matter. When there is an opportunity in the future, I will put in a good word for you in front of the Crown Prince. I like children like you."
"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I dare not ask for anything else. I only hope that the Crown Prince will live a peaceful and happy life. As long as the Crown Prince is well, I will be happy too." Chunxin was overjoyed to hear the Empress's words, but she still tried to remain calm and expressed her loyalty.
"It's good that you have this intention. Don't worry, I'm quite good at judging people. I'm very confident that the Crown Prince will have someone as caring as you by his side in the future."
The Empress's two simple, vague words instantly filled Chunxin with joy, and she became even more determined to treat the Crown Prince well and to be loyal to the Empress.
The Empress is the Crown Prince's birth mother. Whatever the Empress says, the Crown Prince will surely listen to. Then I can truly stay by the Crown Prince's side and become his person.
Chunxin knew that she came from a humble background, and she didn't aspire to be the Crown Prince's wife or concubine. As long as she could stay by the Crown Prince's side, she would be considered one of the Emperor's concubines when he ascended to the throne. At that time, she would find a way to become a favored concubine.
Chunxin left the palace with her belongings, completely satisfied. Ren Nuanyun, even if the Crown Prince likes you, so what? Once this child dies, the Crown Prince will definitely be greatly disappointed in you. At that time, no matter what the Empress does, the position of Crown Princess will definitely not be yours.
Qu Qingxi was unaware that a conspiracy concerning her was underway.
Since returning from the palace last time, she had not entered the palace again. She originally thought that after Qu Qingran became a concubine, she would try her best to make things difficult for her. However, after she and He Liufeng left that day, she heard that the emperor had slapped Qu Qingran and placed her under house arrest.
Qu Qingxi laughed. Qu Qingran really brought this upon herself. She had already entered the palace as a concubine, yet she still didn't recognize her place and still thought she was the most favored daughter of the Prime Minister's mansion.
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