Chapter 712 Cooperation - Plans
However, to Ji's surprise, Yun Yichen shook his head.
"Actually, Shushu didn't know that I came to find my mother-in-law."
"Then what are you doing?" Ji asked, puzzled.
Yun Yichen felt a little embarrassed by Ji Shi's gaze, but fortunately he was wearing a mask so no one could see him blushing.
After coughing to cover his embarrassment, Yun Yichen continued, "Shushu is almost eight months pregnant now, and her due date is fast approaching. Shushu and I are both newcomers here, and this is our first time being mothers and wives. So, I would like to entrust the matter of finding a midwife to my mother-in-law."
According to custom, the arrangement of a midwife for a woman giving birth is usually made by her mother-in-law. However, Yun Yichen's mother had already passed away, so he could only entrust this matter to Madam Ji.
The Ji family had originally planned to make arrangements for Gu Shuyan, and that's why they've been working overtime these past two days to make some decent clothes and shoes for their little grandson.
Hearing Yun Yichen's words, Ji Shi suddenly realized that she had almost forgotten her daughter's due date.
"What are you talking about entrusting or not? Shu'er is also the Marquis's and my daughter. These things should be done by me."
Ji Shi worked hard without complaint and never abandoned Gu Shuyan just because she got married.
Before coming, Yun Yichen had guessed that the Ji family would readily agree, but he did not expect that the Ji family had already planned this.
That makes sense, Gu Shuyan is the only daughter of the Ji family. If he doesn't consider her needs, who else will?
"Then I'll head back now!"
Since Madam Ji had already agreed to help find a midwife, Yun Yichen naturally refrained from further disturbing the two.
After Yun Yichen left, Gu Jin led Ji Shi into the house with a heavy expression.
"My lord, what has happened?"
Gu Jin's expression was off, and Madam Ji noticed it immediately. Since it was just the two of them, Madam Ji immediately dismissed all the maids.
Gu Jin sat on the stool and took a sip of freshly brewed tea, but he couldn't calm down.
Do you still remember that painting from back then?
Gu Jin spoke up, and Ji Shi shook her head in confusion: "That painting? Did someone carelessly lose my husband's painting?"
Gu Jin's words were cryptic and unclear, and Ji Shi couldn't understand what he was trying to ask, so she had to guess for herself.
"It's not my painting; it's the one that was destroyed in the palace long ago."
After Gu Jin's reminder, Ji Shi finally understood.
"Could it be that the painting wasn't destroyed?" Ji Shi was instantly shocked.
Seeing Ji Shi like this, Gu Jin also felt a bit of pressure. "The Fourth Prince told Renjie today that he felt a sense of familiarity with him, and that today was the first time he had seen him up close."
Gu Jin's words were filled with helplessness, but Ji Shi felt slightly relieved after hearing them.
"The Fourth Prince is only twenty years old now, almost a year younger than Renjie. How could a child who wasn't even born back then possibly know the inside story?"
Gu Jin knew what Ji Shi was saying, but he felt he had no choice but to comply.
"In any case, this child always makes me feel uneasy. Yichen suggested that we be more careful of him. I'll leave the Marquis's residence to you, Madam."
Gu Jin is, after all, a man. It would be a waste of his talents to let him manage the inner quarters. Most importantly, if the matter were to get out, it would only make people think that the dignified Marquis's mansion had lost all its rules.
Moreover, Ji Shi has managed the Marquis's mansion perfectly inside and out over the years. Although Ji Shi has gradually handed over the management of the household to Meng Wei, many masters still need her approval.
"Don't worry, my husband, I will handle this matter well."
After receiving Ji's assurance, Gu Jin finally felt a great weight lifted from his heart.
When Yun Yichen returned to the Yun residence, Gu Shuyan immediately inquired about the day's events. Upon learning that her brother had won decisively, Gu Shuyan patted her chest, feeling quite relieved.
"You have no idea how worried I've been all day, wondering if things will go as smoothly as I've planned."
Gu Shuyan's belly is getting bigger and bigger, and she needs someone to help her walk, but her mind has not become dull because of the pregnancy.
Moreover, because of the shortened sleep time, Gu Shuyan actually became less worried.
"If it weren't for the Fourth Prince's instigation, our plans might not have succeeded today. So we have to thank the people on the Fourth Prince's side for this whole thing."
Yun Yichen was clear about his gratitude and grudges. The Fourth Prince had indeed helped a lot this time, so Yun Yichen did not hesitate to mention his contribution.
"Since they've put in the effort, we can't just ignore them. Sometimes we should lend a hand."
Gu Shuyan rarely gets involved in court affairs now, but that doesn't mean she's really dumped everything on Yun Yichen.
For example, news that the emperor had met with the virtuous prince and that the two had discussed matters at length in the palace had already reached Gu Shuyan's ears.
In Gu Shuyan's view, the emperor has been wary of Lu Hexuan for so many years, not only preventing him from entering the court, but also keeping him under his watchful eye and not allowing him to leave his sight for even a moment.
Given the emperor's suspicious nature and fear that Lu Hexuan might one day escape his control, this time, he not only personally summoned Prince Xian to the palace to help, but also kept Prince Xian behind for a private talk. What could be more incomprehensible than this?
The emperor wanted to push the virtuous prince to stand on the side of his favored son in order to ensure that the prince could smoothly ascend the throne in the future.
After all, no matter how stupid or incompetent the Prince Xian is, he is still the only prince in the current dynasty. When the new emperor wants to ascend the throne, he will need the Prince Xian's help to clear away the troubles.
The emperor was calculating his options, but little did he know that Lu Hexuan, who seemed easy to manipulate and didn't fight for anything, was actually a vicious wolf in disguise.
"It seems His Majesty is eager to appoint an heir, but I wonder if he understands that his health cannot hold up for much longer."
Yun Yichen agreed with Gu Shuyan's analysis.
After several battles, Lu Yuanbin and Lu Changqing had long lost the desire to continue fighting.
Although the emperor still frequently creates conflicts between the two, it is clear that both Lu Changqing and Lu Yuanbin are showing little interest.
"Has the Fifth Prince made another move?"
Yun Yichen did not send anyone to monitor Lu Yuanbin, so Gu Shuyan told him about these small things.
Gu Shuyan nodded upon hearing this. "According to our informants, the Fifth Prince has increased the dosage of the medicine. If this continues, the Emperor will likely succumb to the poison very soon."
Lu Yuanbin had drugged the emperor more than once or twice, which is why Gu Shuyan said that.
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