Jiang Meiyu was filled with regret because the princess was not sentenced to death by the emperor.
However, she was not in a hurry, as she knew very well that there were people who were more eager to take the princess' life than she was.
In the days that followed, she could rest assured and prepare for the birth of her child.
She firmly believed that after this incident, the Queen would never dare to act rashly again.
The Queen Mother was also dying of diarrhea. When she learned from Nanny Kui that her daughter had been demoted to a commoner and would be imprisoned in the princess's mansion for life, she was so angry that she died without catching her breath.
"The Empress Dowager is dead, the Empress Dowager is dead!"
Everyone in the palace knelt in silence, while the Queen was busy preparing for the Queen Mother's funeral.
Since they had to kneel and keep watch, all the concubines knelt with the emperor and empress and took turns keeping watch.
Only Jiang Meiyu, because she was pregnant, was pardoned by the emperor and exempted from all duties, allowing her to rest and take care of her baby in Kunning Palace.
Jiang Meiyu also had some free time. She practiced calligraphy during the day, ate and drank, and lived a very comfortable life!
Time flies, and winter is here in a blink of an eye.
At this time, Jiang Meiyu was more than seven months pregnant, and her belly was as big as a huge ball, which was amazing.
Sima Zhan was worried, had no appetite, and lost a lot of weight.
Jiang Meiyu was distressed: "Your Majesty, you don't have to worry, the baby is healthy!"
"I'm worried about your health!"
"I am safe and sound. It's just that my belly is a little big. It's okay!" Jiang Meiyu said easily.
However, just as she finished speaking, she suddenly felt liquid flowing out from under her body: "Your Majesty, I seem to be giving birth!"
Sima Zhan did not hesitate and immediately picked up Jiang Meiyu and rushed to the delivery room that had been prepared like a gust of wind.
The three midwives, Ziye and Zhucui, as well as Aunt Mu Ying, were all extremely busy, like ants on a hot pan.
Jiang Meiyu took this opportunity and quickly spent 100 points to buy a fertility pill, swallowing it without hesitation.
In a moment, her hoarse screams were heard in the delivery room, but she was just pretending. After all, how could anyone believe that she didn't feel any pain?
So she had to pretend, but her shouts were like sharp blades piercing the emperor's heart, making him anxious and uneasy!
The emperor was pacing back and forth outside the house like an ant on a hot pan. At this moment, the queen came in. Naturally, she had to pretend to be caring and maybe she could take the opportunity to take the child for herself.
Not long after, basins of shocking blood were brought out, and the emperor's heart instantly rose to his throat.
He knew very well that childbirth for a woman was like walking through the gates of hell, and that if she was not careful she could die.
Following the last roar that resounded through the sky, the sound was followed by: "Ah...ah..."
The cries of the babies rose and fell, like a melodious symphony. Two midwives came out with a smile on their faces: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! The Concubine Chen has given birth to a princess and a prince."
Sima Zhanma walked into the house without stopping to visit Jiang Meiyu. At this time, he did not pay too much attention to the child.
The queen carefully took the prince from the midwife's hands. The little guy's face was rosy, like a ripe apple. He perfectly inherited the excellent genes of the emperor and Jiang Meiyu, and was really adorable.
The queen happily picked him up and coaxed him softly. She loved this prince very much and couldn't help thinking that it would be better to ask His Majesty to keep the prince by her side and raise him!
Inside, Ziye and Zhucui swiftly cleaned Jiang Meiyu's body and changed her into clean clothes. The emperor then carefully carried her to the bedroom: "Your Majesty, where is the child?"
"It's okay, it's with the Queen."
"Ah, at the Queen's? But..."
"Don't worry, she wouldn't dare to act rashly now!"
But Jiang Meiyu was still worried, so she kept urging the emperor to bring the child back.
Sima Zhan had no choice but to go and pick up the child. When he arrived at the side hall, the queen came forward, bowed slightly, and performed a standard court ceremony:
"Your Majesty, the Empress Chen has given birth to both a boy and a girl at once, which is truly a matter of great joy. Why not hand this prince over to me to raise personally?"
"Forget it, it's better for the prince to follow his biological mother, just like me!" Sima Zhan knew very well what the queen was thinking.
"Queen, I advise you not to try to be clever, otherwise you will suffer the consequences!" Sima Zhan held a child in each of his arms and turned to leave.
The queen clutched the corner of her clothes tightly with both hands, she was furious. How could she let it go? No one could take away her throne!
Sima Zhan came to Jiang Meiyu's side and gently placed the two children beside her:
"The nurse has just fed them, and the two little ones are sleeping soundly!"
Jiang Meiyu stared at the sleeping faces of the two children, her heart melting.
In a moment, she fell into a deep sleep like the two children!
"Eunuch Dou, I hereby declare that Concubine Chen has given birth to a son and a daughter for me. Her meritorious service is outstanding, and she is promoted to Noble Concubine Chen!"
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will prepare it right away!" Eunuch Dou couldn't help but be happy, as he knew very well that Empress Chenfei was blessed with great fortune!
When the Queen heard this, she flew into a rage in Kunning Palace. What a shameless Concubine Chen! Is she trying to covet my position as Queen?
As Nanny Ji was picking up the broken vase pieces on the floor, she said, "Your Majesty, why don't you write a letter to the Marquis as soon as possible so that he can make plans early!"
"Madam Ji, send someone to invite Concubine Wu to Kunning Palace and tell her that I have something important to discuss with you!"
"Yes, I will send someone right away." Then Nanny Ji found a little maid and ran towards the Yiku Palace.
In Yiku Palace, Concubine Wu was chatting with Concubine Lu, Concubine Su, and Concubine Wei!
"Have you heard? Concubine Chen gave birth to a son and a daughter. His Majesty was very pleased and appointed her as Imperial Concubine Chen!" Concubine Wei said with envy on her face.
"Hmph, what's there to be complacent about? Giving birth to a child is not a big deal. Being able to raise a child is the real skill!" Lady Su said sarcastically.
"Lady Su, please don't say anything careless. If His Majesty hears this, your life will be in danger!" Concubine Wu warned.
"Yes, Lady Su, you must be careful with your words and actions in the future!" Concubine Lu kindly reminded.
Concubine Su, however, looked disapproving. In her eyes, Jiang Meiyu was a soft persimmon that could be bullied at will. If it weren't for the emperor's favor, she would not have taken Jiang Meiyu seriously!
Seeing this, the others shook their heads and sighed.
Then, they turned the topic to the eldest princess. "Did you know? I heard that some time ago, bursts of screams were often heard in the princess's mansion, like the roars of evil spirits, which was terrifying. However, suddenly one day, the screams stopped abruptly, as if under a spell, and there was no sound anymore! Isn't it strange?"
"Perhaps the princess wanted to beg for His Majesty's forgiveness, so she kept shouting at the top of her lungs, hoping that His Majesty would hear her. Unfortunately, her voice may have been hoarse, and she had no choice but to give up in the end."
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