Fearing he would object, she suddenly pulled his hand and placed it on her stomach, saying, "Even if Your Highness doesn't think of yourself, you must think of me and the child."
As she spoke, she let out a soft sob, "Ever since I was arrested last time, I've been traumatized. Now that I'm pregnant again, I'm even more worried. I'm afraid that something might happen in the future and I won't be able to protect our child..."
Upon hearing this, Gu Linchao pulled her into his arms and gently comforted her, "I understand your concerns. That's why I've been discussing the matter of secretly establishing a military camp in Xiangzhou with your eldest and second brothers these past few days."
Upon hearing this, Wen Nongnong's peach blossom eyes flashed with joy, but she hesitated before asking, "Is it true?"
"Of course it's true." Gu Linchao lowered his head and kissed her forehead. "Just as you said, even if I don't think about myself, I have to think about you and the child. Don't worry, I will definitely protect you and the child."
He had some initial hesitation, but after hearing her words, his hesitation vanished.
Nong Nong is right; he has to think about the mother and child.
He himself was fine, but he couldn't let them suffer any mishaps or dangers.
Upon hearing this, Wen Nongnong secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Her elder brother told her that Gu Heng had already sent the Prince of Ju back to Juzhou, where he had regained control and some power. This showed that Gu Heng had not given up on his plan to deal with Gu Linchao.
He intends to use the Jue King to counterbalance Gu Linchao.
For this reason, his eldest and second eldest brothers have been trying to persuade Gu Linchao to make preparations, but for some reason, Gu Linchao has not yet made up his mind.
That's why she said that on purpose just now.
Now that Gu Linchao is willing to build a military camp and raise troops for her and her child, she feels relieved.
...
The capital city.
Gu Heng has received news that Gu Linchao and Wen Nongnong are still alive.
He was both surprised and delighted when he heard the news.
He naturally didn't want Gu Linchao to be alive, but the fact that Wen Nongnong was still alive made him happy.
When Tu Tong brought in the tea and snacks, she saw a rare smile on Gu Heng's face and couldn't help but ask boldly, "Does Your Majesty have some good news?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Gu Heng suddenly looked at her with a deep gaze.
Startled, she hurriedly knelt down, "Your Majesty, I misspoke..."
She was somewhat bewildered by her sudden return to favor, but at the same time, she became even more cautious.
During this period of time, this young emperor has become increasingly unpredictable.
She was terrified that the favor she had finally gained would vanish like a bubble.
As she thought about it, she became increasingly uneasy.
Gu Heng looked at her profile for a moment, the coldness on his face gradually dissipating. Then he personally bent down and pulled her up. "I didn't say I was going to punish you. Why are you so frightened?"
Tu Tong breathed a sigh of relief, but flattered him, saying, "Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven, and your majesty is innate. I admire and respect Your Majesty."
Gu Heng found these words somewhat pleasing.
He reached out and pinched her cheek. "Your mouth is getting better and better at talking." After saying that, he paused, unable to help but think of Wen Nongnong.
In the past, when she was in front of her grandmother, she was very sweet-talking and often made her grandmother laugh heartily.
Thinking of this, a smile appeared on his lips.
Tu Tong saw it, and boldly approached, wanting to kiss his lips.
However, Gu Heng pushed her away, saying, "This is the Imperial Study; you are not allowed to behave inappropriately."
Tu Tong's heart skipped a beat, and she lowered her head, saying, "This concubine has overstepped her bounds."
"Go down," Gu Heng said calmly.
Tu Tong, feeling awkward, respectfully agreed and withdrew.
As she left the Imperial Study, she encountered Wen Ruyi, who was strolling in the Imperial Garden. She frowned, trying to avoid her, but Wen Ruyi had already seen her.
"Tu Cairen looks like he's in a hurry, where is he going?"
Tu Tong stopped and glanced at her increasingly large belly. She said with a forced smile, "She didn't go anywhere. But Consort Wen, you're really in high spirits. In this bright sun, you're not afraid of getting sunburned and are still wandering around in the Imperial Garden."
Wen Ruyi, with one hand supporting her waist and the other touching her belly, said with a smile, "Lady Tu, you may not know this, but being pregnant is different from not being pregnant. You should get plenty of sunshine so that the child you give birth to will be healthy."
I'd love to be like Consort Tu, spending my days in the palace in leisure, but I have to think about the children. That's why, with the sun so blazing, I have to come out for a walk and soak up some sunlight."
Upon hearing this, Tu Tong's eyes flashed with a cold smile. Her words were clearly mocking her for not having a baby after all this time.
She clenched the handkerchief in her hand tightly. "Sister is right. This child, which we finally conceived, should be treated with care. We don't know if we will have another chance to gain the Emperor's favor. This child is your only chance to turn things around."
Then I won't disturb my sister's sunbathing.
After saying that, he turned and walked away.
Wen Ruyi's face turned cold. "You bitch, just because Gu Heng has spoiled you for a few days, you've forgotten your place."
At this moment, Tu Tong, who had taken a few steps forward, suddenly turned her head and looked at her, saying with a smile, "The sun is really too hot. Sister, you'd better not wander around here, because the Emperor won't be coming out today. Sister, don't waste your time."
Having said that, he led his men away.
Wen Ruyi stood there, staring at her with a gaze that seemed to be poisoned.
Damn bitch!
Although her purpose in wandering around here was indeed to bump into Gu Heng, having it said so directly made her feel as if she had been slapped in the face, her face burning with pain.
Although she was pregnant with the emperor's child, Gu Heng's attitude towards her remained lukewarm. After leaving the cold palace, Gu Heng never favored her again, and he never even set foot in her palace once.
On the contrary, Tu Tong, who had been neglected for a while, suddenly regained favor.
Not only did it arouse the envy of everyone in the palace, but even she felt uneasy about it.
Does Gu Heng really like Wen Nong Nong that much?
He liked her so much that he didn't hesitate to find such a substitute.
Wen Ruyi was filled with resentment, but there was nothing she could do.
At the same time, at Xianghe Palace.
Empress Dowager Guo's expression turned extremely unpleasant upon hearing Qinglian's report.
"Useless! They're all useless! The imperial guards couldn't even handle two mere charlatans, and they managed to escape?"
Empress Dowager Guo was shocked, furious, and somewhat incredulous.
Qinglian knelt on the ground, head bowed, barely daring to breathe.
No wonder the Empress Dowager was furious.
The master and disciple pair from last time actually managed to escape unscathed despite the all-out attack by the imperial guards, while their side suffered heavy losses.
After thinking for a moment, Qinglian, under pressure, said, "According to the scouts, the master and disciple have already headed to Xiangzhou. Should we continue to send people to hunt them down?"
"If they couldn't even kill someone in the capital, where things are so convenient, what use are they to me?" Empress Dowager Guo was extremely shocked and furious.
Upon hearing this, Qinglian lowered her head further and dared not speak again.
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