Chapter 150 Hints to the Queen Mother
Chapter 150 Hints to the Queen Mother
When Mei Zhuang learned that the palace had cut off Zhen Huan's supply, she slammed the table in anger and said, "How can you do this? I'll tell the emperor right now!"
Wen Shichu bowed his head and replied, "The emperor already knew about it yesterday and sent someone to deliver the things to Penglai Island. This was probably not the emperor's intention."
Mei Zhuang walked down from her seat, twisted the silk handkerchief with her hand, and thought for a while: "You mean... I know what to do.
Huan'er was harmed so badly by them that she ran away from the palace to protect the Zhen family and the children, but they still refused to let her go. Humph, if the Queen Mother knew about this, she would definitely not watch her grandson starve to death or freeze to death outside!"
"My lady, you should be concerned about Concubine Wan, but you should also take care of your own body. I have specially developed several prescriptions for you. The sooner you take these medicines, the smoother your delivery will be, and you will be able to avoid unnecessary pain."
Hearing that Wen Shichu cared about her so much and had made preparations early on, Mei Zhuang's eyes became gentle and soft, and her voice also became more tender.
"Shichu, I'm sorry for having to worry about the baby in my belly and take care of so many things. I'm really worried about Huan'er being outside the palace. I'm afraid I'll have to work hard on you in the future."
Mei Zhuang felt a little sorry for him, but there was nothing she could do.
Wen Shichu stared at Mei Zhuang's abdomen, and he was already thinking about how to be a good father.
"My lady, that's not right. I am the one who should take care of your health. I have regarded Concubine Wan as my own sister since I was young. I don't feel tired to take care of someone I care about."
Mei Zhuang took two steps forward and wanted to reach out to pull him, but she realized that this move was inappropriate. After her hand was suspended in the air for a long time, she suddenly smiled and said, "I entrust Huan'er and my health to you. You should also rest well and take care of yourself."
Wen Shichu's pupils continued to dilate. For a long time, except for his father and mother, everyone treated him as a tool, and no one had ever really cared about him. Mei Zhuang's words made him feel warm in his heart.
"I will remember this, my lord, please rest assured."
After Wen Shichu left, Meizhuang picked up the teacup and stroked it gently, saying to herself: Shichu, when can I call you by your name like this? You don't have to call me Xiaozhu anymore. We can raise our children together...
At this time, Caiyue came in and asked her to count the gifts for the New Year. Meizhuang waved her hand and said, "Please take care of these things. Don't worry. Please accompany me to Shoukang Palace first!"
When she came in, the Queen Mother was so upset that she refused to take the medicine. Mei Zhuang quickly stepped forward and took the medicine from Zhu Xi's hand, "Aunt, let me do it!"
Seeing her, the Queen Mother's frown relaxed a little, "If you are not feeling well, please don't serve me."
Sister Mei blew gently on the spoon, handed it to the Queen Mother and said with a smile: "My body is under the care of Doctor Wen, so there is nothing serious. But if I hadn't come, I wouldn't have known that the Queen Mother is getting younger and younger!"
The Queen Mother looked at her in confusion.
Mei Zhuang smiled and explained, "Now he won't even take his medicine properly. Isn't that just the nature of a child? He's getting younger and younger as he gets older?"
"You, when did you learn to be so smooth-talking?" The Queen Mother finally smiled and agreed to take the medicine.
Aunt Zhuxi responded slowly, "It is Concubine Hui who has the solution. Since Concubine Hui came, the Queen Mother has smiled more."
Mei Zhuang put down the medicine bowl in her hand and handed over the handkerchief, "Aunt, you are too kind. This medicine tastes bitter. I just wanted to make the Queen Mother smile and relieve the bitter taste in her mouth."
The empress dowager nodded twice gently. Her face was plain, as if she had not put on any makeup, which made the dark circles under her eyes stand out.
"What's wrong with you right now? Didn't you sleep well?"
Caiyue said distressedly: "Please forgive me, Queen Mother. I shouldn't have said too much, but you have been unable to sleep or eat well these past two days. I am of humble status and cannot persuade you. I hope the Queen Mother can persuade you more."
Mei Zhuang looked down at her and said angrily, "Didn't I teach you the rules? How can you be so talkative in front of the Queen Mother?"
Cai Yue was so scared that she knelt on the ground and said in a crying voice: "It doesn't matter how the young lady punishes me, I just hope that the young lady can take good care of herself and the dragon fetus."
The Queen Mother leaned back lazily, "Get up! The people around you are doing this for your own good. If Caiyue doesn't tell me, are you still going to hide it from me? Tell me, what's the matter?"
Mei Zhuang was silent for a moment, then raised her head cautiously, "I heard that Huan'er's supply has been cut off. She has been without charcoal and food for two days. The most important thing is the child in her belly."
The Queen Mother turned her head to look at Zhuxi, "Zhuxi, is this true?"
Aunt Zhuxi replied hastily, "That is true, but the Emperor had already ordered someone to deliver the things yesterday."
"But Wanpin still suffered from hunger and cold for two days."
"Perhaps the palace has been busy these days, and the people below have been careless for a while. I believe the emperor has already severely punished him."
The Queen Mother reached out her hand and pulled Mei Zhuang over, gently patting the back of her hand and comforting her, "The matter has been resolved. I will have people pay attention to this matter in the future. No matter what, the one in Wanpin's belly is my grandson. I will not watch them go on living without anything.
Okay, I've taken my medicine and it's time to rest, you go back first!"
Mei Zhuang said nothing more and took Cai Yue out of Shou Kang Palace.
After the two walked away, Caiyue looked indignant, "My lady, the Queen Mother just made light of the matter and let it go. As for Concubine Wan..."
"The Queen Mother knows it very well, but they are a family. Even if the Queen Mother dotes on me, she will not do as I wish on such matters. The Queen Mother wants to preserve the honor of the Ulanara family. I just want Huan'er and her son to be safe and healthy."
"But given the Queen's mind and means, if this plan fails, she will definitely come up with other means." Caiyue now has a very clear understanding of the faces of the Queen and her entourage.
Mei Zhuang looked around and found no one around. She said to her, "There are too many people here. Don't say anything wrong or someone will find fault with us.
Okay, I know what you're worried about. I'm worried about it too. But we can't take the initiative to defend ourselves now, so we can only deal with it as it comes."
Caiyue lowered her head and said, "My lady is right. It was I who made a mistake in speaking."
The two continued walking back and finally arrived at the entrance of Suiyuxuan. In the past, Suiyuxuan and Yikun Palace were the most lively places in the palace.
Now that Concubine Hua is gone and Huan'er has also left Suiyuxuan, the place has gone from being crowded with people to being deserted in just half a year. If Huan'er were still alive, they should be sitting together at this time to embroider clothes for their children!
"Caiyue, come with me and take a look!"
The two of them entered Suiyuxuan. It was winter and the osmanthus tree was bare. No one had cleaned the yard for a long time. A gust of wind blew, and leaves and dust flew all over the sky.
Mei Zhuang was about to go into the house to take a look when she suddenly heard voices outside.
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