readytorunbook Chapter 262 A Passionate and Domineering Emperor × A Concubine's Daughter from the Prime Minist
Chapter 262 A Passionate and Domineering Emperor × A Concubine's Daughter from the Prime Minist
The emperor's heart tightened, and he quickened his pace. He was already worried that Yue'er wouldn't sleep well without him by her side. It was so rare for Yue'er to feel so unwell today. He should have known better than to go see the prime minister.
"Little Yuanzi, go tell the Prime Minister that he is not allowed to enter the palace for the next three days!"
"Yes, Your Majesty..." His Majesty was worried that the Imperial Concubine was taking her anger out on the Prime Minister.
The emperor rushed into the inner palace, "Yue'er..."
Hearing the familiar voice, Chu Yue staggered away from Liang Chen and ran towards the emperor without even putting on her shoes and socks.
The emperor's heart clenched with fright, and he quickly picked her up, exclaiming, "Yue'er!"
Nestled in a familiar embrace, Chu Yue's trembling subsided.
"Your Majesty, where have you gone? Don't you care about your concubine and son?"
"What nonsense are you talking about? You were just getting a little better, and you're making such a fuss." The emperor wrapped her in a blanket and warmed her icy feet.
"I woke up, but I couldn't see Your Majesty. I was so scared..."
Pregnant women are prone to overthinking, especially those who are newly pregnant. Chu Yue is also very sensitive, so how could the emperor not know this? Suddenly, his reproachful heart turned to pity.
"Don't be afraid, Yue'er. I've come, but something came up suddenly. It won't happen again."
If he were to tell Yue'er about her father, it would likely upset her even more.
"Your Majesty, please don't leave me..." Chu Yue looked at him weakly.
The emperor pulled her down to lie down, holding her tightly: "Moon, don't be afraid, I won't leave you. You're very happy today, aren't you? Remember to be happy, and don't overthink things, okay?"
"I understand..."
"Can you go to sleep now?" If Yue'er doesn't get enough rest, she'll feel even worse.
Chu Yue gently closed her eyes and obediently fell asleep.
The emperor, however, was frowning. How could Yue'er endure such a long wait?
After this commotion, the emperor dared not leave the imperial concubine for too long. Whenever she couldn't find him, the imperial concubine would frantically search for him. Even when he was right beside her, the imperial concubine was still very afraid and needed his comfort.
"Liangchen, where did His Majesty go?" Chu Yue woke up from her afternoon nap and found the emperor was nowhere to be seen.
"Your Majesty, don't worry, His Majesty is coming soon..."
Liangchen was still talking when the emperor arrived, running quite fast and slightly sweating.
"My beloved concubine, you're awake. Are you still feeling unwell?"
Chu Yue gently shook her head: "Your Majesty...where did you go?"
"Something came up ahead and I was delayed. I'm here now, aren't I? Don't be afraid."
The imperial concubine was preoccupied with many thoughts during her pregnancy and could not bear to be apart from him.
Chu Yue's complexion improved slightly, and she allowed the emperor to carry her for a walk.
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"Your Majesty, Consort Zhen has arrived," Liangchen announced in a low voice as she entered from outside. "She wishes to discuss the Empress Dowager's birthday celebration with Your Majesty."
Chu Yue was reclining on the chaise lounge, her eyes lightly closed as she took a nap.
"Let her in."
Chu Yue was three months pregnant and felt less uncomfortable than before, and her spirits had improved.
"Your Majesty, you cannot afford to overexert yourself. His Majesty has also instructed that no one should disturb you. Why did Consort Zhen come here?"
Xiao Tao complained quietly from the side.
"It's alright, go and spread the word."
Since Chu Yue said so, Liang Chen could only agree and turned to leave. Xiao Tao helped her up, straightened her clothes, and then helped Chu Yue to the main hall.
Consort Zhen entered quickly and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, this concubine greets Your Highness..."
"Get up, sit down."
"Your Majesty is pregnant, and His Majesty has ordered that we not disturb you. I haven't had a chance to congratulate you yet," Consort Zhen said with a smile after sitting down. "Congratulations, Your Majesty..."
"You're too kind, Consort Zhen," Chu Yue said with a faint smile.
"Your Majesty is pregnant and should be resting more, but I am a little unsure about the Empress Dowager's birthday and would like to ask for Your Majesty's opinion."
That day, Consort Zhen was wondering why His Majesty had chosen a concubine of the rank of Consort Zhen to manage the affairs of the harem instead of the Noble Consort. It wasn't until news of the Noble Consort's pregnancy spread that she realized His Majesty wanted the Noble Consort to take good care of herself during her pregnancy.
Otherwise, this matter wouldn't have fallen on her shoulders. To be honest, Consort Zhen felt a little sad. She thought she had gained His Majesty's favor, but it turned out she was doing hard work.
With the imperial concubine holding the phoenix seal, she had no choice but to come to the Phoenix Palace to discuss the matter; otherwise, how could she bear the responsibility if something went wrong?
"I am not feeling well. His Majesty has instructed you to manage the affairs of the inner palace. Consort Zhen, just do your duty and there is no need to worry about anything else. Just follow the old rules."
The Empress Dowager's birthday is extremely important, especially since this year is her second birthday, so the entire palace is going to hold a grand celebration.
"Your Majesty's words put my mind at ease," Consort Zhen said with a smile. "Then I shall take my leave."
"Um……"
After Consort Zhen left, Liangchen and Xiaotao immediately helped Chuyue inside to rest.
"Your Majesty, are you tired?" Liangchen massaged her shoulders.
Xiao Tao then massaged her legs, saying, "Your Majesty, you've had a hard time carrying the little prince."
"You naughty girl, you know it's a prince, don't you?" It's only been three months, and her belly hasn't changed at all.
"This servant knows that His Majesty dotes on Your Highness so much that if Your Highness were to give birth to another prince, Your Highness's position would be completely secure."
Xiao Tao thought that her mistress was only one step away from becoming empress. If she gave birth to a prince, who in the harem could compare to her mistress?
"Okay, I will definitely try my best," Chu Yue said reproachfully to Xiao Tao, "to give birth to the little prince."
The three of them, mistress and servant, were talking inside the palace. The emperor could hear the concubine's laughter from outside, which made him feel a little more relaxed. After all, if the concubine was in a good mood, it meant that she was not feeling so bad.
"Moon, what are you saying?" The emperor entered the hall.
"This servant greets Your Majesty..."
"Step back..."
Liangchen and Xiaotao quietly withdrew.
Just as Chu Yue was about to stand up, the emperor had already gone over and sat down next to her: "My beloved consort is very happy today."
"Your Majesty, is the child in my belly a prince?" Chu Yue asked the emperor softly, her eyes full of longing.
"My dear consort, the prince and princess are both well, don't overthink it."
The emperor thought Chu Yue had misunderstood again.
Chu Yue secretly curled the corners of her lips: "What if Your Majesty doesn't like the princess? I would be very sad."
The emperor suddenly became a little nervous. The imperial concubine hadn't been having any wild thoughts these past few days, so what was wrong with her today?
Seeing the emperor's anxious expression, Chu Yue almost lost her composure. Just as she was about to speak, the emperor raised his hand and swore, "My beloved consort, I love both the princes and the princesses. I will never have any selfish intentions."
Chu Yue: "..."
Enough, I won't tease him anymore.
"Then I can rest assured," Chu Yue nestled closer.
The emperor nearly broke out in a cold sweat, then secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He immediately changed the subject: "My beloved consort, the Empress Dowager's birthday is approaching. I have prepared a new palace dress for you, and you will attend the celebration with me."
"Your Majesty... I am pregnant, and nothing looks good on me."
The Empress Dowager's birthday is next month, and her belly will be even bigger by then.
"In my eyes, my beloved concubine looks good no matter what she wears," the emperor said, coaxing her with familiarity.
"Your Majesty, please make me happy..."
"Absolutely no lie." The emperor embraced her, protecting her belly: "My beloved concubine is the most beautiful."
Of course, Chu Yue was happy to be praised. Her eyes crinkled with laughter as she snuggled into the emperor's arms, and the two whispered to each other.
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