allonlinenovel Chapter 545 Worthy of the Word Zhen
Chapter 545 Worthy of the Word Zhen
An Lingrong laughed secretly in her heart. This Concubine Qi really knows how to talk.
Her words made the expressions of the four pregnant women change slightly.
The one who reacted the most was Shen Meizhuang.
It seems that the four of them have an idea about the baby in their belly.
An Lingrong remained silent, and the other concubines in the hall also watched with reticence, unwilling to get involved in the impending dispute.
But Concubine Hua, who was sitting in the main seat, could not be like them.
She suppressed the corners of her mouth that were filled with her own thoughts and spoke slowly.
"What Noble Lady Qi said does make some sense. Concubine Zhen, what do you think?"
Facing Concubine Hua's playful gaze, Zhen Huan's heart was in suspense, but she remained calm.
She slowly stood up and replied respectfully.
"Empress Hua, what Noble Lady Qi said is absolutely correct. Pregnant concubines do need to check the red history to verify their bloodline. However, after I became pregnant, the Emperor ordered someone to carefully check, and the dragon fetus in my belly is undoubtedly the Emperor's, without a single mistake."
When Concubine Qi saw Zhen Huan bringing up the emperor, a hint of unwillingness flashed in her eyes, but she didn't say much.
If she brings up Tongshi again, she would be questioning the emperor's decision.
Father repeatedly emphasized in his letters home that no matter how she targeted the concubines, she had to restrain herself as long as it involved the emperor.
Concubine Qi couldn't swallow this humiliation. She rolled her eyes and pointed the finger at Huanbi who was sitting next to Zhen Huan.
"Noble Lady He, Concubine Hua, out of consideration for your eight-month pregnancy, has exempted you from paying your respects. You're not resting in the Yanxi Palace today, but instead following your former mistress here. Could it be that you're worried that the Yikun Palace, where all the sisters are paying their respects, is a dangerous place, and that you might injure Concubine Zhen?"
As she spoke, her eyes moved back and forth between Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang.
These two came together.
My father said that the emperor was most averse to factional activities in the previous dynasty, and the same was true for the harem.
Back then, the emperor and the empress dowager took advantage of this fact and turned the two daughters of military families who admired each other into enemies.
She would never let Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang join forces, and she would never let Huanbi be Zhen Huan's dog again.
"Mr. Qi, you are simply slandering me."
Huanbi quickly retorted.
"From the East Six Palaces to the Yikun Palace, it's convenient. I respect Her Majesty the Concubine Hua, so I came to pay my respects to Her Majesty before the birth."
Huanbi muttered to herself, "Is Concubine Qi crazy? Why can't she see the situation clearly?"
It was unprecedented for the eldest sister to return to the palace as a deposed concubine.
Although Huanbi was pregnant in the Yanx Palace, she also heard some things about the previous dynasty from Fubao.
The emperor welcomed his eldest sister back under tremendous pressure, which shows how much he values her.
On the way here, she also heard from Concubine Hui that the emperor had been busy in the Yangxin Palace until late at night, so he was unable to go to the Zhongcui Palace to accompany his elder sister.
Huanbi believed that as long as her elder sister was willing, she could regain her former favor at any time.
She trampled on Concubine Shu, Concubine Hua, Concubine Jing, Concubine Lan and several other seductive women in the room.
Concubine Hua raised her eyebrows and replied indifferently.
"My Lady He, I cannot afford the reputation of forcing a pregnant concubine to pay her respects!"
"The Chief Judge of the Imperial Hospital has personally informed me that the three of you are weak and need nourishing food and rest if you want a safe birth. I sympathize with the hardships of your pregnancy and have the audacity to inform the Emperor that consorts are exempt from paying respects after their pregnancy reaches eight months."
"You are openly defying the good intentions of the Emperor and me. Are you dissatisfied with the dragon fetus in your belly?"
"Reporting to the Imperial Concubine, I dare not! I...I..."
She hesitated and couldn't explain why.
She clearly wanted to see her elder sister having fun, so why did she get targeted by Concubine Hua?
Concubine Hua interrupted Huanbi, who was thinking about how to respond, with dissatisfaction.
"Okay, stop making up excuses."
"Songzhi, personally escort Consort He back to Yanxi Palace! And ask the imperial physician to see her, so that no one will say I'm being harsh on my concubines."
When Concubine Hua said the latter sentence, she happened to look in the direction of Zhen Huan.
Anyone with eyes could see that Concubine Hua was warning Zhen Huan not to cause trouble.
Zhen Huan finally understood what Sister Mei meant. Concubine Hua's mouth was like a poisoned knife, piercing people's hearts one after another.
Concubine Hua watched Huanbi being asked to leave by Songzhi, and then glanced at the other people in the main hall.
She moved her armor idly.
"If I remember correctly, Huipin and Xiying have been pregnant with the dragon fetus for about seven and a half months, right?"
Shen Meizhuang was shocked when she heard Concubine Hua mention her name, but she still answered truthfully.
"Reporting to the Queen, I am indeed seven and a half months pregnant."
Bai Caiwei, who was sitting at the end, also agreed and said that her month of pregnancy was about the same as Huipin's.
Concubine Hua gave the order with a pleasant expression.
"Since your months are about to reach eight, please don't come to pay your respects on the first day of the winter month."
"You two are weak, remember to ask the imperial physician to come and see you from time to time."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your concern."
Shen Meizhuang, who was already accustomed to Concubine Hua's behavior, quickly agreed.
Who knew that Concubine Hua would mention her in the next sentence.
"Princess Hui, if a concubine is over eight months pregnant, she can have her female relatives enter the palace to accompany her during childbirth. Remember to report this to the Ministry of Internal Affairs as soon as possible."
Lingrong said that Madam Shen was smarter than Shen Meiyu, and her entering the palace might not be a good thing for Zhen Huan.
Since it would cause trouble for Zhen Huan, Concubine Hua would of course remind Shen Meizhuang to bring the person in as soon as possible.
"Thank you for your reminder, Your Majesty. I understand."
Shen Meizhuang was so focused on seeing her mother that she didn't notice the complex emotions that flashed across Zhen Huan's eyes.
After being reminded by Concubine Hua, Concubine Qi thought of another thing.
She asked with a grin.
"Sister Zhenpin, Concubine He is from the Zhen family. Logically speaking, the Zhen family can also be considered her natal family. Concubine He is due to give birth in a month and a half. Have you made any arrangements?"
"I have my own ideas. Please don't worry about the family affairs, noble Qi."
Zhen Huan made no secret of her impatience towards Concubine Qi.
It was because her father was framed by E Min that the whole family was exiled to Ningguta.
The emperor and everyone in the harem knew about the grudge between the two, so why should she give him face?
Concubine Qi seemed not to notice Zhen Huan's cold face, and apologized exaggeratedly with a handkerchief covering her mouth.
"Sister Zhenpin, I was confused and forgot that the families of criminals cannot enter the palace."
Shen Meizhuang looked at Zhen Huan with a worried look on her face. Concubine Qi was good at poking at people's feelings, and it was really hard for Huan'er to refute the fact that she was the daughter of a traitor.
Zhen Huan knew that there were many people watching the fun, so she glanced coldly at Concubine Qi.
"Lady Qi, you seem particularly concerned about your relatives entering the palace to accompany your childbirth. If there is anything you don't understand, wouldn't it be easier to understand if you conceived a dragon fetus yourself?"
Concubine Qi did not expect that Zhen Huan's words were so sharp, and she even openly mocked her for not being able to conceive a child.
She was so angry that her face turned blue and she immediately spoke without thinking.
"You...you...Princess Zhen, I hope you are worthy of the name 'Zhen' bestowed by the Emperor!"