The Enchanting Imperial Concubine (Book 2)

Chapter 299 - Advancing by Retreating

As soon as Ning Chen left, the dishes from the kitchen were delivered shortly after.

Looking at the table piled high with delicacies, Ye Yun sighed.

"Still haven't had lunch yet, and he rushed off in such a hurry."

So, I guess I'll just have to tackle this huge lunch by myself.

Of course, she didn't voice the last part; it would make her seem heartless. After all, she had to maintain the appearance of being deeply in love with the emperor, convincing those around her and making her own tasks easier.

The atmosphere was still quite important.

As expected, Liang Momo came over to offer her advice.

"We know that Xiuyi is worried about the emperor, but doesn't the emperor care about your well-being even more? The servants in Jiuchen Palace are taking good care of him, so you don't need to worry too much. However, you have indeed lost quite a bit of weight during this time, so you must make sure to nourish yourself well."

"Ah, this is exactly what I'm worried about. Once the emperor gets busy, he forgets about day and night." Ye Yun furrowed her brows, thinking for a moment before saying, "Momo, please have Huiyue go to the small kitchen and stew a bowl of pigeon soup. Let's send it to the emperor this afternoon."

There's no need to mention love or affection; when it comes to diligence in governance, Ning Chen has truly made an effort. As a young emperor, he may not be perfect, but at least it's clear that he genuinely wants to manage the country well.

This bowl of soup, Ye Yun feels, must be sent. It serves to deepen their emotional bond and is also a way to express gratitude for Ning Chen's diligence and care for the people.

However, while the atmosphere in Zhao Chun Pavillion is pleasant, it's quite different in Weirui Palace. 

The third princess has developed a rash due to the hot weather and is currently crying and throwing a tantrum. 

"How are you all taking care of the child? Is there no ice or fans in Weirui Palace? Look at how the princess has broken out in a rash; hurry up and call the imperial physician!" 

Yao Xiang scolded the wet nurses irritably, furrowing her brow as she took the child into her arms. Although she felt some disappointment that the child wasn't a prince, she knew that they had to take care of the princess first.

Having followed Ning Chen through two lives, she understands how much he values his children. 

Moreover, this child is still her own flesh and blood; even if she feels disappointed, there is still a bond of mother and daughter. 

She can only say that if it had been a prince, it would have been more to her liking. A princess is certainly better than nothing.

Before long, the imperial physician arrived. 

After examining the child, he prescribed some powdered medicine for application. 

The wet nurses bathed the third princess and applied the medicine, and finally, she stopped crying. 

"I just saw the clothes the princess was wearing; the fabric isn't breathable enough and doesn't absorb sweat. In this hot weather, it's easy to get a rash. The princess must change her clothes," the physician said.

At this moment, Yao Xiang realized that her daughter was not wearing the finest fabric. Her expression immediately darkened.

After sending the physician away, she turned her anger toward the servants. "What's going on with the princess's clothing?"