Concubine Lin's worries did not last long. Because she was raising the Sixth Prince, Emperor Longqing would always come to see her, and she could not let anything show that was wrong.
Wei An, on the other hand, had become somewhat aware of the current situation.
After she learned from Concubine Lin Shu that Prince Linjiang had tacitly agreed to and personally facilitated her entering the palace as a hostage, she knew that this day would come sooner or later.
Now that Shen Chen is not in the capital, he has attracted most of the attention of Emperor Longqing, which has also reduced the pressure on Prince Linjiang. She has coldly observed the recent changes in Concubine Lin Shu and knows that this day will not be far away.
On this day, after finally meeting Fourth Miss Mei, and after Concubine Lin Shu called Fourth Miss Mei's name wrong several times, she became even more alert and put all her concentration into it.
Concubine Lin Shu forced herself to stay awake and look at Miss Mei Si in front of her. To be fair, the girl in front of her did have some similarities with Wei An. They were both equally calm and composed, as if they could remain calm even when faced with a catastrophe. However, after getting to know them, she felt that the two girls were similar, but also very different.
Wei An is more tactful. She is indeed ambitious, but if you don't touch her bottom line, she is happy to give you face. Miss Mei Si is different. She is like a pure and cold lotus flower, graceful and elegant, and she is unwilling to say anything to someone she doesn't like.
This is a girl whose love and hate can be seen at a glance.
Of course, maybe this is what she wanted people to see.
Concubine Lin Shu smiled and gave away a pair of jade ruyi. She was quite satisfied with her future sister-in-law and spoke to her kindly for a while.
Miss Mei Si's attention was all on Wei An. Although she came back from Suzhou very late, she had heard about the affair between Wei An and Young Master Lin. Now that she met him, she had a strong interest in Wei An.
After talking for a few words, she felt that this was indeed the girl that Young Master Lin had liked. This girl was very interesting. She was different from ordinary noble ladies. She did not have the habit of looking down on others, nor did she ask questions about other people. She always stayed quietly aside. These few things were already rare.
She had a good impression of Wei An, so when she was about to leave, she said to him, "Princess, if you leave the palace in the future, please come and talk to me."
Wei An agreed with a smile, turned around and met Concubine Lin Shu's worried eyes, then raised his eyebrows and asked Concubine Lin Shu: "My lady, did the prince give you any instructions?"
Concubine Lin Shu felt her throat was very dry, and she didn't know what to say for a moment. After a long pause, she pursed her lips and said, "I didn't say anything about you... But I'm afraid things are not going well these days, so you should go out less. It's always safer in my palace."
They are all smart people, and that is enough. Wei An nodded thoughtfully, and even when he heard such news, he did not show any strong emotions.
Although Concubine Lin Shu knew that she was always very calm, she was still a little surprised to see her so calm, and couldn't help asking her: "Don't you feel anything wrong at all?"
When faced with something like this, knowing that she had become an abandoned child, and that all she could rely on was the limited trust from Shen Chen and her compassion, why could she still remain so calm
Isn't she afraid of death
She had only been married for a few days, and she was facing such a huge change.
Wei An's face was calm, and there was indeed no trace of fear in his clear eyes. He looked at Concubine Lin Shu calmly and asked her, "Is it useful for me to be afraid?"
Obviously not.
When it comes to matters like palace coups and power grabs, women rarely have a say. Even Concubine Lin Shu could only wish for good luck, not knowing whether she would die in the hail of arrows. What's more, she had no foundation or support in the palace.
Since being afraid is useless, why bother showing those embarrassing looks and just adding to people's jokes and topics of conversation
She has always been very good at controlling her emotions, so Concubine Lin Shu could not help but be infected by her, and the feeling of anxiety in her heart was much less. She said with some emotion: "I was thinking, if I wait until the prince really succeeds, will I hide my good bow and arrows when the birds are gone?"
Wei An tilted his head and thought carefully, then shook his head and said sincerely: "If you and the Sixth Prince have any inappropriate thoughts, he probably will. If you can behave yourself... he may not be completely relieved."
This is the truth. Concubine Lin Shu was very worried: "Then what should we do?"
"Didn't the Third Young Master say that?" Wei An was a little confused: "The Third Young Master would not fail to consider these things. He should have a way, right?"
It is impossible that Young Master Lin was not prepared for such an important matter.
Concubine Lin Shu couldn't explain it clearly. She thought for a long time and then smiled bitterly: "This child is an accident. I am also thinking about what to do. He wants me to live in seclusion in the palace from now on until the child grows up..."
This is the safest way. With Emperor Longqing watching over them personally, he would always feel more at ease. As for waiting for the Sixth Prince to grow up, that would be something to consider many years later.
Wei An was silent for a while. This was indeed a good idea. Since they were under Emperor Longqing's watch, he wouldn't worry that they would do anything weird.
But this status and position is always a bit awkward.
After all, the two are uncle and sister-in-law. In such situations, the concubines should leave the palace and go to the temple.
Even if Concubine Lin Shu stays in the palace, it may not be convincing to others at that time.
She thought about it and said to Concubine Lin Shu: "Being imprisoned in the palace is the same as being imprisoned outside the palace."
Concubine Lin Shu looked at her suspiciously, not knowing what she meant.
Wei An said, "Why don't you ask the prince to show some mercy and grant you a house near the imperial city, considering the Sixth Prince's frail health?"
This is not a question of whether it is a house or not... Concubine Lin was about to say something, but suddenly she remembered the deep meaning behind Wei An's words and couldn't help asking, "You mean, I should write a letter to him and ask him to give me..."
Emperor Longqing wanted the Sixth Prince to be the Crown Prince.
But how could King Linjiang agree to this after he ascended the throne
As long as Concubine Lin Shu could follow his wishes, determine the Sixth Prince's status from then on, and let the Sixth Prince become a wealthy and noble prince, Emperor Longqing would naturally not be afraid of any further changes in the situation.
After all, it was Concubine Lin Shu who made the request, and the ministers in the court could not find any fault with it. It was also equivalent to helping Prince Linjiang out of trouble. This good thing, plus the things they had done for Prince Linjiang in the past, was enough for Prince Linjiang to give them face and let them live well. (To be continued)