GBP Chapter 159 The siblings were properly settled
Chapter 159 The siblings were properly settled
Although she was somewhat reluctant, compared to the real power she held in her hands, this little prince really wasn't of much use to her.
Since Consort Jia was already dead, and her death was justified, her revenge had been fulfilled. Therefore, she couldn't hold a grudge against the child anymore. So, she glanced at the people around her and had the palace maid bring the child out.
In the swaddling clothes, He Lingyi saw a child whose whole body was red, about the size of a kitten, and whose cries were weak. It did not look like a child destined for longevity. It was clear that Consort Liang had dealt with Consort Jia quite severely, otherwise, given Consort Jia's caution, she would not have allowed the child to grow up like this.
Before the two men, Consort Liang had to put on an act again, so she sighed and said...
"Indeed, it goes against what Sister Lü entrusted before her death. However, I think the Noble Consort is very thoughtful and will love the little prince as if he were her own son."
He Lingyi didn't want to watch the show anymore, so she spoke calmly.
"Xingluo, take the child to Consort Qin's palace."
"Yes, Princess."
Having achieved their goal, the Crown Prince and He Lingyi did not linger, but headed towards Consort Qin's palace, leaving Consort Liang somewhat resentful, watching the two figures with great dissatisfaction.
But she quickly regained her composure.
"Did you give him/her the medicine?"
"Your Majesty, please rest assured. I fed him before I came. The little prince was born with a weak constitution, so it is normal for him not to live past the full month."
Upon hearing these words, Consort Liang's lips curled up slightly.
What does it matter if one Jia Meiren dies? This child shouldn't have been born in the first place, so he should be reincarnated along with his wicked mother! Then he relaxed and said with a hint of schadenfreude.
"After a long day of commotion, I should rest. Tell the people in the Inner Court that it's best to keep Consort Jia's funeral low-key. His Majesty is currently unwell, and if this affects them, they'll be in deep trouble!"
"Yes, ma'am."
Therefore, Consort Jia, who should have been promoted because of giving birth, disappeared under the scheming of Consort Liang. However, this was also a sin she had created herself, so her funeral was simple and hasty. On a sunny afternoon, she ended her life of struggle.
In Consort Qin's palace.
Looking at the baby in swaddling clothes, Consort Qin was somewhat moved.
"Is this child truly left without anyone to care for him?"
"Your Highness is wise and discerning, and should know how important the young prince is to all the concubines. When His Highness and I brought him out of Consort Liang's palace, she was still somewhat reluctant to let go. But after much consideration, she still believes that it is most suitable for Your Highness to raise him. I just don't know if Your Highness is willing?"
The child was already delivered to her door before she was asked if she was willing. Consort Qin felt helpless yet hopeful.
The Third Princess was gone, and she had long been prepared to die. There was no point in living anymore. She had originally planned to leave after the matter with the Prince of Li was over, but now, seeing such a young child struggling to live, she suddenly felt a lump in her throat. So, after taking the child, she couldn't help but shed tears.
"He's too young. I remember when my children were born, they were much bigger than him."
“I don’t know much about childbirth, but this child seems to have some congenital deficiencies, and raising him will probably require a lot of effort. But as long as Your Highness is willing, he will surely become Your Highness’s support in the future.”
Upon hearing He Lingyi's words, Consort Qin suddenly felt a surge of maternal responsibility. Her previously ashen face seemed to blush slightly. She gently patted the baby prince in his swaddling clothes and then nodded.
"Let's name this child Ping An. I ask for nothing but that he grows up peacefully and safely."
Ping An, this name is really rare among royalty.
Because everyone wants to rise to a higher position and wield more power.
But for the young prince now, these two words are truly fitting, so he had his own name less than half a day after he was born.
"Safety."
Consort Qin called out again, seemingly feeling the warmth of the embrace. Ping An even nuzzled her little head closer, which melted Consort Qin's heart even more, and even the death wish she had before seemed to lessen considerably.
As He Lingyi was leaving, she said to the Crown Prince.
"With this child, the Imperial Concubine will probably be able to survive."
The Crown Prince nodded; he had noticed this as well. "Go to Consort Yi's palace."
"Yes, Your Highness."
Once one is settled, there's another to take care of.
In Consort Yi's palace.
Looking at the somewhat flustered and frightened Seventh Princess, she couldn't help but sigh, "Don't be afraid, you'll follow me from now on. If you don't like it, you can still call me Consort Yi. There's no rush to change your address."
Consort Yi had not given birth to a child for many years, so she was not as enthusiastic about raising children as Consort Qin. However, she still put her heart into it and immediately ordered the rear palace to be cleaned up and all the things that the Seventh Princess used to use to be moved over.
In familiar surroundings, the Seventh Princess's fear lessened somewhat.
Her age had made her realize that from now on, she would no longer have her mother's protection, and if she wanted to live peacefully in the palace, she could only rely on Consort Yi in front of her. Therefore, no matter how afraid she was, she still respectfully stepped forward, bowed, and said.
"Mother Consort Yi, I will be a good girl and listen to you."
A single sentence sent shivers down one's spine. Consort Yi frowned as she looked at her, noticing the maturity and thoughtfulness beyond her years. She felt a deep pity for the child.
"Alright, I understand. Go and get some sleep. I'll have someone summon you when dinner is ready."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
After the Seventh Princess left, Consort Yi began to feel a headache coming on with the current situation.
Others might be eager to raise princes and princesses, but she wasn't particularly enthusiastic. When she first learned of Consort Jia's death, she was terrified that the task of raising the young prince would fall to her, and she even considered whether to feign illness to avoid this ordeal.
To everyone's surprise, it was the Seventh Princess who was delivered.
Princesses are better than princes. First, they are not involved in factional strife, and second, they are older, making them much easier to teach. She really has no ability to teach infants, so she gave the order.
“These days, we’ve been sending calming medicine to the Seventh Princess. The child will definitely be frightened by suddenly losing her mother, and she’s also a very thoughtful person. We need to make sure her wet nurse and maids are on high alert and don’t let the princess fall ill because of this!”
"Yes, the servant understands."
Just then, someone came from outside to announce that the Crown Prince and Crown Princess had arrived.
Consort Yi roughly knew what they wanted to say, so she felt it was inappropriate to refuse to see them and had them brought into the main hall.
Three concubines, three different styles.
This was He Lingyi's first time entering Consort Yi's palace. It had a sense of loneliness and coldness, like the Moon Palace. When she met Consort Yi, she was just like she was at the palace banquet that day, still exuding a coldness that kept strangers at bay.
"Greetings, Consort Yi."
"The Crown Prince and Crown Princess don't come to the palace without a reason. Tell me, are you here for the Seventh Princess?"