Gu Heng already felt that something was amiss about what happened that day. He didn't take her out of the Cold Palace afterward because of the pressure exerted by Gu Linchao. Now, hearing what she said, he couldn't help but think of what Guo Huai had said that day, and he felt a little uncomfortable.
He was the emperor of the Great Cause, yet he couldn't even protect his own women and had to act according to the whims of the court officials. It was utterly absurd.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a little guilty towards Wen Ruyi.
"From now on, you will be by my side, and I will never let you suffer like that again," he promised. Now, Liu'er is carrying the emperor's child, his first child. If she gives birth to an heir, his throne will be even more secure, and Liu'er will be a meritorious official.
Wen Ruyi threw herself into his arms, tears welling in her eyes, "Your Majesty..."
Gu Heng has always had a natural protective instinct towards such a delicate woman. Seeing her so pitiful, his resolve to protect her only strengthened.
"Liu'er, don't cry. You are pregnant now. The imperial physician said that you must not be too emotional, as that would be bad for the baby in your belly."
Wen Ruyi quickly wiped away her tears, forcing back her sobs as she said, "I understand, I won't cry. I'm just so happy. To have His Majesty protect me like this, even if I were to die right now, I would have no regrets..."
Upon hearing this, Gu Heng sighed and pulled her back into his arms. "Don't say such unlucky things as dying again. I won't allow you to die, so you can't die."
"I understand, Your Majesty." A triumphant glint flashed in Wen Ruyi's eyes, hidden beneath her tears.
Gu Heng thought to himself, Liu'er is so fragile, what will she do without his protection? No matter what, he must protect her and prevent her from suffering anymore.
"Your Majesty, there is something I need to tell you." At this moment, Wen Ruyi sat up straight and suddenly spoke.
"Just tell me what's on your mind," Gu Heng said gently.
Upon hearing this, Wen Ruyi feigned unease, clutching her sleeves and bowing her head, saying, "Some time ago in the Cold Palace, I remembered things from the past. I... I am indeed an adopted daughter of the Wen family..."
Gu Heng laughed and said, "I thought it was something serious, but I already knew about it."
Wen Ruyi feigned surprise and said, "Then why is the Emperor..."
"Since you have forgotten the past, why should I bring it up again?" Gu Heng said.
Wen Ruyi said with some shame, "I always cause Your Majesty trouble." She paused, then added, "Everyone outside says that the Wen family adopted me, and that I'm being raised in the Wen family in the same way as my fourth sister, but that's not really the case. Last time, I was framed by my fourth sister, which is why I was sent to the estate..."
However, I am actually grateful for that encounter, otherwise I would not have met the Emperor. Meeting the Emperor was a great blessing for me. If I had not met the Emperor, I would probably still be suffering on that estate.
Therefore, I should not resent anyone. On the contrary, I should thank my fourth sister. It was thanks to her help that I was able to meet the Emperor.” As she spoke, she lowered her head shyly.
Gu Heng was pleased with what she said and instructed her, "Wen Nong Nong is, after all, the Regent's Consort. I cannot disregard my uncle's face. In the future, try to avoid her when you encounter her."
"I understand, Your Majesty. I will never provoke her again. I will definitely stay far away from her," Wen Ruyi said obediently.
But to Gu Heng, her appearance was incredibly frustrating, just like his own situation.
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