He suspected that Xie Qian knew about his origins, and that the Empress had revealed this secret to him.
According to reports, Xie Qian was absent-minded after returning to his residence, and he almost bumped into a wall while walking. Although Xie Qian was not as outstanding as the Crown Prince, he was by no means incapable of handling things.
What startled him, and what made him willingly let Shi Wuxia pin him to the ground and spank him?
Is it really because you were frivolous and felt guilty?
Shi Wuxia was indeed outstanding, but not to the point that her youngest son would be so lustful as to lose all his male dignity.
The emperor did not want to think the worst of the empress.
Xie Qian cared about his adoptive mother, but refused to bring a single bodyguard on his way to the capital. When asked to pay respects to the Empress, he wouldn't even enter the Phoenix Palace. Now, he would rather be beaten by women than enter the palace.
Then, considering that the Empress had summoned the Prince of Yan's heir to the capital and had repeatedly inquired about the Crown Prince's whereabouts, he was reminded of the Empress's actions.
The emperor couldn't help but suspect that the empress had harbored ambitions and had revealed them to Xie Qian, which led to Xie Qian's reaction.
Now, listening to the Empress's words, there's not a trace of concern for the Crown Prince; she's clearly trying to sow discord among him.
The Empress realized that she had said the wrong thing in her haste and quickly slapped her head, saying, "I was being stubborn again. How could I think of my child like that?"
But I truly long to see Qian'er, otherwise, I will die with my eyes wide open in disbelief.
The emperor took her hand and said, "Alright, you should take good care of yourself. Qian'er will be able to get out of bed in a few days. When that happens, I will let him come to the palace to see you."
The Empress pursed her lips and nodded, "I'm sorry, Your Majesty, I've troubled you again. I'll take my medicine now."
After drinking the medicine, she cautiously asked, "Your Majesty, may I see the Princess Consort of Yan? I would like to hear her talk about Qian'er."
A mother longing for her son wants to hear everything about him from his adoptive mother, which is a reasonable request.
But the emperor refused, saying, "Princess Yan is ill and came to the capital to seek medical treatment. Your health is already poor, so you shouldn't let her pass on her illness to you."
After the emperor left, the empress was so angry that she tore several handkerchiefs to shreds.
She knew the emperor suspected her. She had taken so much medicine and pretended to be sick, suffering greatly. Just when things were about to succeed, that good-for-nothing Xie Qian refused to cooperate. The emperor, who was usually muddle-headed in front of her, was shrewd this time.
"We can't wait any longer."
The empress murmured, her eyes flashing with a desperate glint.
Turning the subject, after the emperor left the Phoenix Palace, he became increasingly convinced that his guess was correct, so he summoned Judge Feng.
"You've been treating the Empress these past few days. Do you see anything unusual about her condition?"
The Empress kept saying she wanted to die, but she was still alive and well. On the other hand, he had been taking care of her for the past few months, and his energy was not as good as before.
Judge Feng hesitated.
The emperor said coldly, "Speak plainly if you have something to say."
Upon hearing this, Judge Feng gritted his teeth and voiced his previous suspicions: "Based on Her Majesty's previous pulse, it would have been impossible for her to have delayed until today."
The words had been made clear enough. The emperor waved for him to leave and then walked to the reclining chair to sit down.
Recently, he has been taking care of patients and busy with government affairs, and his back is aching badly. He can only feel more comfortable when he is lying down.
After a rare moment of leisure with his eyes closed, he instructed, "Send some tonics and ointments to the Prince of Yan's residence so that both mother and daughter can take good care of their health."
Few can resist the temptation of power. Xie Qian was able to recognize his own limitations and did not collude with the Empress, which was remarkable in the Emperor's eyes.
Good children should be well protected. If he doesn't want to see the Empress, then he shouldn't.
As for the child not recognizing him, the emperor was somewhat disappointed, but from the day Xie Qian was exchanged, he was destined never to return to his side.
Not acknowledging it is the best choice.
Chen Banjun responded softly, "This old servant will go prepare the things right away. When I return, I will massage your back."
He had clearly heard what the Imperial Physician Feng said. If the Empress was faking her illness, then she deserved to die. How could she trample on His Majesty's benevolence and righteousness when His Majesty had been exhausted these past few days?
The emperor did not refuse, but murmured, "I wonder where the Crown Prince is now. Why haven't we heard any news of him landing yet?"
They've been adrift at sea long enough; even the Prince of Yan's heir has arrived. At this moment, the Emperor is eager to see the Crown Prince.
Little did he know that the Crown Prince, whom he was thinking about, was currently wielding a long sword and leading a group of Wei Xuanjia soldiers to kill bandits on an island.
Yes.
After traveling more than halfway at sea, his future father-in-law suddenly informed him that he wanted to occupy the island and become its king.
They wanted to live closer to their daughter, but they didn't want to live with their daughter at their son-in-law's house.
So, after their lovemaking one night, our Regent and General Ye Jinghong suddenly announced that they would turn back to fight pirates.
As the one who was notified, Xie Tingzhou had no right to object and could only work hard as a henchman.
On a large ship not far away, Shi Yan pointed to a group of islands and said to Ye Zhen, "These were built by your father for you and Wuxia. They will be divided in two in the future. If you get tired of life in your husband's family, you can come to the island and be kings."
Exhausted from killing bandits, Xie Tingzhou had just arrived and hadn't even received a word of praise when he heard these words, leaving him completely stunned.
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