20demayo Chapter 501 Zhen Huan's Irritability
Chapter 501 Zhen Huan's Irritability
Lingyun Peak is shrouded in clouds and mist.
In the Zen room, Zhen Huan gently stroked her belly, her brows slightly furrowed, and a trace of worry flashed in her eyes.
"Jinxi, it's been a while since Gao Changjin reported my pregnancy to the palace. Why hasn't the Emperor responded yet? Could it be that he thinks I've surrendered and I'm no longer the same..."
There was a hint of uncertainty in her words.
Cui Jinxi placed a cup of warm ginseng tea on the small table and advised firmly.
"Master, don't worry too much. I think the emperor has you in his heart."
In addition to Prince Yong who was hiding nearby and appreciating Merlin's stunning dance, she was also fortunate enough to witness it while hiding in a rockery not far away.
Every frown and smile of Prince Yong's wife was deeply engraved in Cui Jinxi's mind. Although Zhen Huan no longer had the arrogance of the past, the charm that was similar to that of the old friend was even more moving.
How could the emperor not miss this woman who is somewhat similar to his old friend in terms of features and temperament?
During these years in the palace, Cui Jinxi knew very well that all men in the royal family had a bad habit - they thought about their deceased women day and night to show off their deep love.
Zhen Huan took a sip of ginseng tea and sighed slightly.
When the emperor was at Lingyun Peak, she was in a hurry to send him away. Now that he hasn't come for a long time, she is worried about him, always afraid that something might have gone wrong.
"Jinxi, I heard from Gao Changjin that three noble ladies in the palace are pregnant. Do you think the emperor no longer values the baby in my belly now that he has other children?"
"Master, Doctor Wen has instructed that you should worry less now that you are pregnant."
Cui Jinxi gently massaged Zhen Huan's shoulders to relieve her unreasonable restlessness.
But for some reason, Zhen Huan felt very upset.
"Jinxi, I know the emperor is very busy with government affairs, but he has only been to Lingyun Peak once in all this time. The Ganlu Temple holds prayers every month, but he has never shown up as promised. How can I not be anxious?"
In a few months it would be difficult to hide the baby in her belly.
Zhen Huan asked Gao Changjin about the dates when the concubines in the palace became pregnant, and they were all earlier than when she became pregnant.
What if the emperor saw their pregnant appearance, wouldn't she be at risk of being exposed?
After much thought, Zhen Huan decided that the only way was to use the emperor's obsession with her to distract his attention from the fetus.
But the emperor didn't come, so it would be useless even if she tried her best.
Cui Jinxi was also infected by Zhen Huan's impatience.
The Emperor values his offspring, and one Imperial Concubine Shu is enough to give her a headache. If three more successfully give birth to children, then...
Cui Jinxi didn't dare to think further, so she took the initiative to propose.
"Master, Gao Shangjin will be coming to Lingyun Peak in two days. How about I go to Gao's house?"
Zhen Huan shook her head violently and said in a firm tone.
"Jinxi, Gao Changjin behaved inappropriately. How could I just watch you walk into the sea of fire?"
"Master, I have sworn that I will give you everything I have."
Cui Jinxi gently held Zhen Huan's hand and comforted her in a gentle voice.
"From the first moment I saw you, I knew you were the one I would follow for the rest of my life."
"Jinxi has no other thoughts in this life except hoping that the master will live a good life."
Zhen Huan heard the determination in her words, and tears stubbornly rolled in her eyes, never falling.
"Jinxi, it's my incompetence that has caused you to suffer."
"Master, this is not your fault. I am willing to give everything for you."
Cui Jinxi bowed deeply to Zhen Huan, asked Bai Zhi to take good care of her master, and then walked down the platform with her bag on her back.
Baizhi silently glanced at the Zen room several times, then went downstairs with a wooden bucket to fetch water.
The master and servant on Lingyun Peak could no longer sit still, and this news had to be passed back as soon as possible.
As soon as Cui Jinxi entered Gao's house, the news reached Su Peisheng.
He thought about it again and again, and asked the housekeeper to send someone to keep an eye on the house at the end of the alley.
Su Peisheng saw the emperor's obsession with Zhen Huan, and it was because of Gao Changjin that his master went to Lingyun Peak.
Now that Cui Jinxi has returned to Gao's house, it doesn't mean anything at all.
If he were to show some eye drops at this time, he would inevitably be at a disadvantage.
Su Peisheng is well aware of the principle of hitting the snake at its most vulnerable part. He will not act rashly until he is sure enough to defeat his opponent.
The next day, when he saw Gao Changjin passing through Yangxin Gate, Su Peisheng, who had already adjusted his mentality, greeted him with a smile.
"Eunuch Gao is here to ask to see the Emperor?"
Although Gao Changjin was surprised by the enthusiastic attitude of the villain who had harmed him, he still told the truth gently.
"Master Su, I do have something to ask the Emperor. Please let him know."
The master he relied on had not returned to the palace yet, so he had no choice but to be humble and try to please him.
The emperor was in the Yangxin Palace, and Gao Changjin felt that Su Peisheng would not dare to do anything.
"Okay, please wait a moment, Eunuch Gao. I will go and inform you right away."
Su Peisheng turned and left with a smile, and then his face darkened.
This bastard Gao Changjin regained the emperor's favor by pimping, and his malicious smile revealed his ambition.
This person can't be kept!
Su Peisheng's eyes rolled around. He must find an opportunity to get to know this person.
The emperor is good at balancing things, but he is also tired of his subordinates fighting each other to the death.
After receiving the signal, Su Peisheng notified Gao Chang to enter the hall to pay his respects, while he himself tactfully waited outside the door.
"This slave pays his respects to the Emperor!"
The emperor put down the red brush in his hand and looked down with a sharp gaze.
"What brings you to the palace today?"
Gao Changjin didn't get the order to stand up, so he had to kneel on the ground and respond.
"Your Majesty, Concubine Wan is grateful for the many gifts you have sent to Lingyun Peak, and has asked me to pass on a thank-you gift to you."
"A return gift? Present it to me now!"
The emperor stood up in surprise.
He had previously become cold towards Zhen Huan because of Rouze's questioning in his dream, so he did not leave the palace on the day of praying at Ganlu Temple.
Unexpectedly, Huanhuan not only did not blame anyone, but also sent a lotus purse to show her unwavering loyalty.
The emperor stroked the familiar stitching on the purse and felt a warm current flowing through his heart.
"Gao Changjin, when is the next time to pray at Ganlu Temple?"
"My Lord, I heard from Master Jingbai that the prayer is scheduled on the fifteenth day of every month."
Gao Changjin thought of Cui Jinxi's kindness and gentleness last night, and mustered up the courage to report it.
"Your Majesty, this month's prayer will be held in three days. I heard from Cui Jinxi that Concubine Wan often gazes towards the capital on full moon nights."
"However, the dew is heavier in the mountains, and standing for too long can easily cause you to be disturbed by the cold air..."
Who is in the capital?
Isn't it obvious that the person Wanpin is thinking of is himself? There is no change on the emperor's face, but he is already very happy in his heart.
"Gao Changjin, go to my inner storehouse and pick out some nourishing things to replenish yang energy, and send them to Lingyun Peak as soon as possible."
After the emperor gave his orders, he asked Su Peisheng to lead Gao Changjin to the inner treasury to select things.