Jiang Xianhao looked at the painting, laughing and crying at the same time, and talked for a very long time.
They put the painting back only when it was getting dark.
"Qingtan, find a way to get him to come and see me."
Qingtan paused upon hearing this, "You mean Li..."
"right."
"I have an urgent matter that I need him to handle."
******
The Eastern Palace.
Gu Jingchun hadn't expected things to go so smoothly.
Not only did they get rid of Consort Hui, but they also successfully revealed Gu Jinxi's true identity to Emperor Rongcheng.
This relieved her, but also left her with a vague sense of unease.
She felt that things were going too smoothly, that something was not quite right.
The way Jiang Xianhao looked at her today, in particular, made her vaguely suspicious.
That wasn't the look of someone meeting for the first time; it was more like the look of someone reuniting with an old friend after a long separation.
Just then, Shen Hechuan slowly walked in.
He's in a good mood today.
Upon seeing Gu Jingchun, he immediately embraced her.
This surprised Gu Jingchun slightly, and his heart trembled.
Although they had been in the East Palace for some time, due to various reasons, they didn't have many opportunities to be alone together, let alone such an intimate moment.
Now, perhaps because Gu Jinxi's identity has been exposed, it means that there are no longer any obstacles between him and Gu Jingchun, so he is somewhat distracted when he looks at Gu Jingchun.
But Gu Jingchun was somewhat unsettled at the moment, and couldn't help but push Shen Hechuan away.
Has Jinxi returned?
Shen Hechuan shook his head.
"Don't worry, Father Emperor likes him very much, and he is safer by Father Emperor's side."
"Why don't we take advantage of Seele's absence today and enjoy some time alone together, shall we?"
As Shen Hechuan spoke, he buried his face in Gu Jingchun's neck.
Gu Jingchun felt the slight warmth on his neck, and his voice trembled a little.
"No, I'm not feeling well today."
Shen Hechuan then raised his head.
Where do you feel unwell?
"Have you consulted the imperial physician?"
Gu Jingchun shook his head.
"There's no need to call the imperial physician."
"If you're not feeling well, why not call the imperial physician?"
As he spoke, he raised his head and was about to call upon the heavenly secrets.
Gu Jingchun quickly stopped him.
"Need not."
"I……"
Gu Jingchun hesitated for a moment, "I...I just had my period."
Shen Hechuan suddenly realized what was happening and breathed a sigh of relief.
"Are you feeling unwell?"
As he spoke, he placed his hand on Gu Jingchun's lower abdomen, as if trying to use the warmth of his palm to make Gu Jingchun's lower abdomen feel more comfortable.
Gu Jingchun shook his head.
"I'm used to it."
However, Shen Hechuan was unwilling to let Gu Jingchun be treated so simply, so he had Gu Jingchun lie down on the bed while he gently massaged her lower abdomen.
"Since you're not feeling well, you should lie down and rest."
Gu Jingchun nodded.
Looking at Shen Hechuan, who was full of worry, and feeling the warm hand on her lower abdomen, her body, which had been tense for days, relaxed.
Sleepiness washed over me, and I drifted off to sleep without even realizing it.
Shen Hechuan looked at her sleeping face and carefully examined her features.
He couldn't imagine how dull his life would be if he hadn't met Gu Jingchun.
If he hadn't met him, his future would have been so terrifying.
Thinking of this, his gaze towards her became even more tender.
Looking at her rosy lips, he could no longer resist and slowly pressed his lips to hers, leaving a tender kiss.
******
late at night.
The secluded and peaceful Jingyu Palace.
A dark figure emerged from the darkness, walked forward, and finally landed in the courtyard of Jingyu Palace.
At this moment, the main hall of Jingyu Palace was brightly lit.
Li Ce went inside and saw Jiang Xian sitting upright.
Seeing him come in, Jiang Xianhao slowly spoke.
"Lord Li, back then, when I saved your life, you said you could do something for me."
Li Ce immediately knelt down and nodded.
"Her Majesty the Empress has been kind to me, and I will do whatever Her Majesty commands without hesitation."
"good."
Jiang Xianhao had been waiting for these words, and she stood up.
"I want you to investigate someone for me."
"Your Majesty, please enlighten me."
"I want you to investigate Gu Jingchun, the legitimate daughter of the Marquis of Yong'an's family."
Li Ce looked up upon hearing this.
"This female official has been investigated..."
But Jiang Xianhao interrupted him immediately.
"No, what I asked you to investigate is everything from her birth to when she was taken away and when she returned."
"I want everything that happened during the days of her birth, everyone involved, every single detail, big or small."
Li Ce nodded in agreement.
Jiang Xianhao continued, "Remember, this matter must not be known to anyone other than you and me."
Li Ce was a man of Emperor Rongcheng.
They could also be considered Emperor Rongcheng's secret guards.
They are the eyes in the shadows, specifically responsible for investigating all sorts of secret matters.
It can also be said to be Emperor Rongcheng's sharpest knife.
Its influence is complex and covert, making it difficult to defend against.
But he was only loyal to Emperor Rongcheng.
If Jiang Xianhao hadn't saved Li Ce before, Li Ce wouldn't have helped her at all.
******
The Yong'an Marquis's Residence.
Since his release from prison, Gu Wei'ang has locked himself in his room.
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