Chapter 238 - Something Big Happened!
Shen Ninghua narrowed her eyes due to the strong sunlight, and a cold light kept flowing in her eyes. “The Xiao Family’s patriarch does have the capital to act recklessly. However, no one can hurt my baby! Since we are both going to be ‘unfilial’, then write to His Majesty to apologize and ask him to ground me.”
“Ground you?”
“Yes. We’ve made a mistake. How can we not be punished? With Father Emperor’s grounding order, anyone who wants to enter our mansion will have to consider it carefully.”
Chu Junyi nodded. “Alright, since that’s the case, I had better do it as soon as possible. I’ll go into the Palace immediately.”
As soon as Xiao Jingran left, rumors would be spread out. Since that was the case, he had to make preparations beforehand.
“Yes.” Shen Ninghua nodded. When Chu Junyi left, her expression gradually turned cold. She placed her hand on her belly and sighed slightly. “Baby, you came at the right time and attracted so many bad guys. Don’t worry, mother will protect you for your entire life.”
As expected, not long after, rumors were spread that Shen Ninghua and Chu Junyi had refused to reconcile with the Xiao Clan. At first, people were just telling the truth, but gradually, the rumors became unpleasant to hear.
“Princess Zhaohua even abandoned her own family.”
“Although it was said that the Shen Clan was guilty, she was too heartless.”
“Don’t talk nonsense. Many people died in this incident. The title of Princess Zhaohua was bestowed by His Majesty. If you continue to talk nonsense, you will lose your life.”
“That’s right, let’s not talk about it. But thinking about it, Princess Zhaohua went too far. She abandoned her family because the Shen family was guilty, but why did the imperial son-in-law Chu Junyi also abandon the family that had raised him for so many years?”
“What else could it be? I heard that Princess Zhaohua can’t tolerate her younger sister-in-law. Have you forgotten how Eldest Miss Xiao died?”
“Shh! Do you want to die…”
The spy in charge of investigating the rumors reported the news to Hong Ling, who almost burst out in anger. “Damn, these ignorant people actually believed everything they heard. If it wasn’t for the sake of self-protection, how could Miss go off against the Xiao Clan? Did they really think that Xiao Huanxi was a kind woman?”
Bai Ruo frowned and slapped her on the head. “Lower your voice. Miss has just fallen asleep. If you woke her up, I would give you a good beating.”
Hong Ling hurriedly covered her mouth, but the anger on her face grew even stronger. She lowered her voice and asked, “Sister Bai Ruo, what should we do?”
“Send the news to Master.” Bai Ruo pondered for a while and said, “His Majesty ordered Miss to be grounded in the Princess’ Mansion for a month to reflect on her mistake. During this period of time, we can properly prepare and make arrangements. In short, we must protect Miss thoroughly.”
The first three months of pregnancy were the most dangerous period. When the grounding was lifted, the baby should be safe and they could relax a little.
Hong Ling nodded. Just as she was about to say something, she saw Qing Que coming out of the room. “Miss asked to see you.”
Bai Ruo and Hong Ling looked at each other and said, “Yes.”
Shen Ninghua had just woken up and was leaning against the bed in pajamas. “Hong Ling, what are the rumors outside?”
Hong Ling paused and turned to look at Bai Ruo, not daring to reply.
Shen Ninghua’s calm gaze swept over her and she said, “Speak.”
Hong Ling felt her body sink and didn’t dare to conceal anything.
Bai Ruo wanted to strangle her to death immediately. Although Miss told you to speak, how could you tell her everything?
Hong Ling felt aggrieved. Under Miss’ gaze, how could she conceal anything?
Shen Ninghua smiled faintly. “The Xiao Clan’s action is really swift and fierce. Right now, the entire capital is probably discussing it.”
“Miss, don’t get angry. The innocent will always be innocent. The truth is there. It won’t be difficult to suppress the rumors.” Bai Ruo comforted softly.
Shen Ninghua smiled. “Don’t worry. I don’t have that much anger. How’s my grandmother, Old Lady Xiao?”
“The Old Lady is still the same as before. I have someone carefully serve her. Why do you suddenly mention her?”
“The Xiao Clan wants to take advantage of filial piety to slander me. The most convenient person to use now is my grandmother. Hong Ling, you must have someone take good care of her these days. Also, there is Shen Dong. Don’t let anything happen to him.”
“Yes, I understand.” Hong Ling hurriedly replied, “Oh right, Miss, Miss Yang came here once, but because you are grounded, she didn’t come in. She only asked me to take a message and wished you could take good care of the baby.”
“Yang Yingxue…” Shen Ninghua nodded and sighed slightly. “I know. Father Emperor decided to let Baili Jinchuan take her into the Second Prince Mansion three months later. Now, she has fulfilled her wish.”
Chu Junyi came in with a faint smile on his handsome face. “Ninghua, it’s fine outside today. Shall we take a walk in the courtyard?”
Pregnant women should exercise more. That was what Doctor Chen told him.
Shen Ninghua had been sleepy since she was pregnant. She did not have the same severe symptoms of pregnancy as other women. However, it was not good for her health to sleep too much. Whenever Chu Junyi had time, he would accompany her to take a walk in the courtyard.
Bai Ruo and the others hurriedly put clothes and cloaks on Shen Ninghua. Then they bowed and left.
Although Shen Ninghua had already told Chu Junyi that the flowers in the courtyard were harmless, Chu Junyi was still worried about the pollen. He removed more than half of the flowers and planted some bamboo instead. The flowers were blooming and the bamboo was lush and green. The scenery in the courtyard looked exceptionally pleasant to the eyes.
The two of them walked for about fifteen minutes before resting in the waterside pavilion. Their figures were especially harmonious and made people envious.
Shen Ninghua was temporarily at peace. The Empress, however, was uneasy.
Ever since Baili Anqing’s incident, Baili Qingcang had been keeping an eye on her, urging her to investigate and clean up the harem. She ruthlessly rooted out a lot of her forces in the harem, but he still seemed to be unsatisfied.
Originally, Zhao Huiying felt that she could endure it, but after the drunkenness incident at the welcoming banquet, she felt that everything was getting tough. Every time she saw Baili Qingcang, she thought of what he had said.
“I only love one in a million. Other than you, how could I fall in love with anyone else?”
Haha, it was so ironic for an emperor to be so deeply in love!
Meixue walked in with a plate of delicate snacks and placed it lightly beside Zhao Huiying’s hand. “Meixue, you are the most capable person I have now.”
Meixue bowed. “At your service.”
Zhao Huiying rubbed her eyebrows and said, “In Biyun Pavilion, you have always ranked first and are the person I trust the most. If it weren’t for Rui Xue and Fangxue’s successive accidents, I wouldn’t have assigned you to serve beside me.”
“Why do you suddenly mention this? Rui Xue and Fangxue died the best way of death by sacrificing their lives for you.” Meixue’s voice did not fluctuate in the slightest, as if she was just talking about something insignificant.
Zhao Huiying shook her head. “I failed to protect them. Shen Ninghua is too smart. She is even more powerful than her birth mother. As long as she is alive, I won’t be able to feel at ease.”
“What do you want to do?”
“Do you remember what happened to Concubine Qi?”
“You mean the concubine who was pregnant and lost her life because of miscarriage?”
“That’s right,” Zhao Huiying nodded. “She came from a noble family background and was pregnant within more than half a year. His Majesty also said that once she gave birth to a child, be it a boy or a girl, he would make her a Noble Concubine.”
“How could she deserve such a great fortune? In the end, she disturbed the Buddha and miscarried in the Buddhist temple. Not only did she lose her life, but she also implicated the Qi Clan.” Meixue said with a smile.
Zhao Huiying smiled and nodded. “Yes, she didn’t have that much fortune. She had that chance but not the ability to enjoy it. I remember that you were the one who handled her?”
“Yes.”
A cold light flashed in Zhao Huiying’s eyes. “I want you to do that again…to Shen Ninghua…”
Meixue raised her eyes and said, “Yes, Your Majesty. Don’t worry. I will clean up all the things that make you unhappy.”
Zhao Huiying’s expression relaxed, and the smile on her face became more sincere. “Then I will be waiting for the good news.”
On this day, it was so gloomy outside that it rained heavily not long after.
Shen Ninghua was sitting on the couch looking at the handkerchief that Bai Ruo had just embroidered. Suddenly, her heart jumped unusually. She felt uncomfortable and covered her chest.
Bai Ruo hurriedly stepped forward and asked, “Miss, what’s wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell?”
Shen Ninghua shook her head. “Nothing, just some sudden palpitations.”
“Should I send someone to invite Doctor Chen?”
“No need. I’m a doctor myself. I know I’m fine.”
As soon as she finished speaking, Hong Ling ran through the door in the heavy rain. “Miss, something happened to the Old Lady.”
Shen Ninghua suddenly frowned. “What’s going on?”
“She is suddenly seriously ill and dying. She wants to see you one last time.”
Shen Ninghua got up and thought quickly. “When did the news come?”
“Just now. A servant of the Old Lady Xiao hurriedly came here in the rain to send the news.”
“What about Shen Dong?”
“He’s kneeling at the entrance of the Palace and begging His Majesty to lift the grounding order so that you can go and see the Old Lady.”
Shen Ninghua’s eyes flashed with coldness. “Why didn’t our people report the news in advance?”
“It happened too suddenly. There were no signs.”
“Old Lady Xiao’s health has always been stable. How could it suddenly deteriorate? Has anyone been to the Old Lady Xiao’s place these past two days?”
“No one was seen to do that.”
“That didn’t mean no one went to see her. Did the Xiao Clan make any move?”
Hong Ling bit her lip. “The news hasn’t come yet. It’s raining too hard outside.”
Shen Ninghua frowned. “Send someone to notify Chu Junyi and tell him to come back no matter what.”
“Yes, I will go now.”
Bai Ruo supported Shen Ninghua by the arm and said, “Miss, this matter is unusual. You can’t go to see the Old Lady now.”
After getting married, Shen Ninghua moved into the newly built Princess Mansion, while Shen Dong and Old Lady Xiao lived in the original Shen Mansion. There was quite a distance between the two mansions. It would take about thirty minutes to get there riding a carriage. Now it was raining heavily outside and Shen Ninghua was pregnant. It was too dangerous for her to go out at this time.
Suddenly, bursts of cries came from outside.
“Ground you?”
“Yes. We’ve made a mistake. How can we not be punished? With Father Emperor’s grounding order, anyone who wants to enter our mansion will have to consider it carefully.”
Chu Junyi nodded. “Alright, since that’s the case, I had better do it as soon as possible. I’ll go into the Palace immediately.”
As soon as Xiao Jingran left, rumors would be spread out. Since that was the case, he had to make preparations beforehand.
“Yes.” Shen Ninghua nodded. When Chu Junyi left, her expression gradually turned cold. She placed her hand on her belly and sighed slightly. “Baby, you came at the right time and attracted so many bad guys. Don’t worry, mother will protect you for your entire life.”
As expected, not long after, rumors were spread that Shen Ninghua and Chu Junyi had refused to reconcile with the Xiao Clan. At first, people were just telling the truth, but gradually, the rumors became unpleasant to hear.
“Princess Zhaohua even abandoned her own family.”
“Although it was said that the Shen Clan was guilty, she was too heartless.”
“Don’t talk nonsense. Many people died in this incident. The title of Princess Zhaohua was bestowed by His Majesty. If you continue to talk nonsense, you will lose your life.”
“That’s right, let’s not talk about it. But thinking about it, Princess Zhaohua went too far. She abandoned her family because the Shen family was guilty, but why did the imperial son-in-law Chu Junyi also abandon the family that had raised him for so many years?”
“What else could it be? I heard that Princess Zhaohua can’t tolerate her younger sister-in-law. Have you forgotten how Eldest Miss Xiao died?”
“Shh! Do you want to die…”
The spy in charge of investigating the rumors reported the news to Hong Ling, who almost burst out in anger. “Damn, these ignorant people actually believed everything they heard. If it wasn’t for the sake of self-protection, how could Miss go off against the Xiao Clan? Did they really think that Xiao Huanxi was a kind woman?”
Bai Ruo frowned and slapped her on the head. “Lower your voice. Miss has just fallen asleep. If you woke her up, I would give you a good beating.”
Hong Ling hurriedly covered her mouth, but the anger on her face grew even stronger. She lowered her voice and asked, “Sister Bai Ruo, what should we do?”
“Send the news to Master.” Bai Ruo pondered for a while and said, “His Majesty ordered Miss to be grounded in the Princess’ Mansion for a month to reflect on her mistake. During this period of time, we can properly prepare and make arrangements. In short, we must protect Miss thoroughly.”
The first three months of pregnancy were the most dangerous period. When the grounding was lifted, the baby should be safe and they could relax a little.
Hong Ling nodded. Just as she was about to say something, she saw Qing Que coming out of the room. “Miss asked to see you.”
Bai Ruo and Hong Ling looked at each other and said, “Yes.”
Shen Ninghua had just woken up and was leaning against the bed in pajamas. “Hong Ling, what are the rumors outside?”
Hong Ling paused and turned to look at Bai Ruo, not daring to reply.
Shen Ninghua’s calm gaze swept over her and she said, “Speak.”
Hong Ling felt her body sink and didn’t dare to conceal anything.
Bai Ruo wanted to strangle her to death immediately. Although Miss told you to speak, how could you tell her everything?
Hong Ling felt aggrieved. Under Miss’ gaze, how could she conceal anything?
Shen Ninghua smiled faintly. “The Xiao Clan’s action is really swift and fierce. Right now, the entire capital is probably discussing it.”
“Miss, don’t get angry. The innocent will always be innocent. The truth is there. It won’t be difficult to suppress the rumors.” Bai Ruo comforted softly.
Shen Ninghua smiled. “Don’t worry. I don’t have that much anger. How’s my grandmother, Old Lady Xiao?”
“The Old Lady is still the same as before. I have someone carefully serve her. Why do you suddenly mention her?”
“The Xiao Clan wants to take advantage of filial piety to slander me. The most convenient person to use now is my grandmother. Hong Ling, you must have someone take good care of her these days. Also, there is Shen Dong. Don’t let anything happen to him.”
“Yes, I understand.” Hong Ling hurriedly replied, “Oh right, Miss, Miss Yang came here once, but because you are grounded, she didn’t come in. She only asked me to take a message and wished you could take good care of the baby.”
“Yang Yingxue…” Shen Ninghua nodded and sighed slightly. “I know. Father Emperor decided to let Baili Jinchuan take her into the Second Prince Mansion three months later. Now, she has fulfilled her wish.”
Chu Junyi came in with a faint smile on his handsome face. “Ninghua, it’s fine outside today. Shall we take a walk in the courtyard?”
Pregnant women should exercise more. That was what Doctor Chen told him.
Shen Ninghua had been sleepy since she was pregnant. She did not have the same severe symptoms of pregnancy as other women. However, it was not good for her health to sleep too much. Whenever Chu Junyi had time, he would accompany her to take a walk in the courtyard.
Bai Ruo and the others hurriedly put clothes and cloaks on Shen Ninghua. Then they bowed and left.
Although Shen Ninghua had already told Chu Junyi that the flowers in the courtyard were harmless, Chu Junyi was still worried about the pollen. He removed more than half of the flowers and planted some bamboo instead. The flowers were blooming and the bamboo was lush and green. The scenery in the courtyard looked exceptionally pleasant to the eyes.
The two of them walked for about fifteen minutes before resting in the waterside pavilion. Their figures were especially harmonious and made people envious.
Shen Ninghua was temporarily at peace. The Empress, however, was uneasy.
Ever since Baili Anqing’s incident, Baili Qingcang had been keeping an eye on her, urging her to investigate and clean up the harem. She ruthlessly rooted out a lot of her forces in the harem, but he still seemed to be unsatisfied.
Originally, Zhao Huiying felt that she could endure it, but after the drunkenness incident at the welcoming banquet, she felt that everything was getting tough. Every time she saw Baili Qingcang, she thought of what he had said.
“I only love one in a million. Other than you, how could I fall in love with anyone else?”
Haha, it was so ironic for an emperor to be so deeply in love!
Meixue walked in with a plate of delicate snacks and placed it lightly beside Zhao Huiying’s hand. “Meixue, you are the most capable person I have now.”
Meixue bowed. “At your service.”
Zhao Huiying rubbed her eyebrows and said, “In Biyun Pavilion, you have always ranked first and are the person I trust the most. If it weren’t for Rui Xue and Fangxue’s successive accidents, I wouldn’t have assigned you to serve beside me.”
“Why do you suddenly mention this? Rui Xue and Fangxue died the best way of death by sacrificing their lives for you.” Meixue’s voice did not fluctuate in the slightest, as if she was just talking about something insignificant.
Zhao Huiying shook her head. “I failed to protect them. Shen Ninghua is too smart. She is even more powerful than her birth mother. As long as she is alive, I won’t be able to feel at ease.”
“What do you want to do?”
“Do you remember what happened to Concubine Qi?”
“You mean the concubine who was pregnant and lost her life because of miscarriage?”
“That’s right,” Zhao Huiying nodded. “She came from a noble family background and was pregnant within more than half a year. His Majesty also said that once she gave birth to a child, be it a boy or a girl, he would make her a Noble Concubine.”
“How could she deserve such a great fortune? In the end, she disturbed the Buddha and miscarried in the Buddhist temple. Not only did she lose her life, but she also implicated the Qi Clan.” Meixue said with a smile.
Zhao Huiying smiled and nodded. “Yes, she didn’t have that much fortune. She had that chance but not the ability to enjoy it. I remember that you were the one who handled her?”
“Yes.”
A cold light flashed in Zhao Huiying’s eyes. “I want you to do that again…to Shen Ninghua…”
Meixue raised her eyes and said, “Yes, Your Majesty. Don’t worry. I will clean up all the things that make you unhappy.”
Zhao Huiying’s expression relaxed, and the smile on her face became more sincere. “Then I will be waiting for the good news.”
On this day, it was so gloomy outside that it rained heavily not long after.
Shen Ninghua was sitting on the couch looking at the handkerchief that Bai Ruo had just embroidered. Suddenly, her heart jumped unusually. She felt uncomfortable and covered her chest.
Bai Ruo hurriedly stepped forward and asked, “Miss, what’s wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell?”
Shen Ninghua shook her head. “Nothing, just some sudden palpitations.”
“Should I send someone to invite Doctor Chen?”
“No need. I’m a doctor myself. I know I’m fine.”
As soon as she finished speaking, Hong Ling ran through the door in the heavy rain. “Miss, something happened to the Old Lady.”
Shen Ninghua suddenly frowned. “What’s going on?”
“She is suddenly seriously ill and dying. She wants to see you one last time.”
Shen Ninghua got up and thought quickly. “When did the news come?”
“Just now. A servant of the Old Lady Xiao hurriedly came here in the rain to send the news.”
“What about Shen Dong?”
“He’s kneeling at the entrance of the Palace and begging His Majesty to lift the grounding order so that you can go and see the Old Lady.”
Shen Ninghua’s eyes flashed with coldness. “Why didn’t our people report the news in advance?”
“It happened too suddenly. There were no signs.”
“Old Lady Xiao’s health has always been stable. How could it suddenly deteriorate? Has anyone been to the Old Lady Xiao’s place these past two days?”
“No one was seen to do that.”
“That didn’t mean no one went to see her. Did the Xiao Clan make any move?”
Hong Ling bit her lip. “The news hasn’t come yet. It’s raining too hard outside.”
Shen Ninghua frowned. “Send someone to notify Chu Junyi and tell him to come back no matter what.”
“Yes, I will go now.”
Bai Ruo supported Shen Ninghua by the arm and said, “Miss, this matter is unusual. You can’t go to see the Old Lady now.”
After getting married, Shen Ninghua moved into the newly built Princess Mansion, while Shen Dong and Old Lady Xiao lived in the original Shen Mansion. There was quite a distance between the two mansions. It would take about thirty minutes to get there riding a carriage. Now it was raining heavily outside and Shen Ninghua was pregnant. It was too dangerous for her to go out at this time.
Suddenly, bursts of cries came from outside.
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