No one knew what Emperor Xuanren was thinking, and Xiaocao had no idea either. She had just left the palace, and now she had been given the title of princess. She had probably never thought about such a thing.
Now is not the time to think about anything. As soon as she left the palace, she was "kidnapped" by the Jian family. Xiaocao was very suspicious whether Zhen Muyao had always sent people to guard outside the palace, which was why this happened.
Upon learning that Zhen Muyao had not given birth yet, Xiaocao did a quick calculation and found that it was some time beyond the expected date of delivery.
Zhen Muyao was really happy to see Xiaocao. She was full of energy and ran over with her big belly.
At that moment, Xiaocao wanted to call her ancestor. The people following behind her turned pale, especially when they saw Jianshu's look, they didn't know whether they should sympathize with him.
"Sister Xuan, I'm glad to finally meet you. Otherwise, I wouldn't want to have this child."
Xiao Cao's forehead was covered with black lines, and she felt that the child was hers. "What nonsense are you talking about all day long."
Zhen Muyao smiled indifferently, "When the emperor was critically ill before, I was also very worried. Fortunately, you came back in time." The emperor is the Zhen family's great support. If he is gone, the Zhen family's status will inevitably plummet. However, this is also the inevitable result of the succession of the throne. It is a matter of sooner or later, and the later the better. The more crucial thing is his cousin, Prince Duan. He is blind, and his brother became the emperor. All he has left is probably the title of Prince Duan. I can't imagine how miserable his life will be.
"You should worry about yourself now." Xiaocao took her pulse and checked her stomach. She could give birth at any time, but the fetus was in the right position and the mother was in good condition, so there was no need to worry too much.
"You're back now. I'm not worried at all now. I can go to the delivery room at any time."
Given Zhen Muyao's current condition, she should have no problem giving birth normally. However, Xiaocao thinks that her presence can give her a sense of security, which is also good. The mental state of a parturient is also very important.
Xiaocao didn't plan to stay in the Jian family for long. Anyway, she was in the imperial city now and could come over at any time.
Zhen Muyao wanted to keep him, but knowing that Xiaocao had not returned home since returning to the imperial city, he did not say a word.
However, before Xiaocao walked out of the Jian family's gate, the maid hurriedly called her back. It turned out that Zhen Muyao had a fit right after she left. Although she could have given birth at any time, Xiaocao was still a little surprised and turned back.
"I've said it before, you're in good shape, just listen to the midwife, it'll be fine, don't be nervous."
"Don't worry, Sister Xuan, I'm not nervous. I'm fine. It's Jian Shu and the others who are too nervous. Before I could say anything, the maid ran to call you again. Sister Xuan, you should go home. The baby will not be born in a short time. I can't let you stay with me all the time, right? Besides, you are a miracle doctor. I don't need you if I'm fine, right?"
Xiao Cao laughed, "Yes."
Asking her to take action would mean danger, which is definitely something no one wants to see.
"Go back, go back. I'll have someone notify you when the baby is born."
"That's fine." Seeing that she was in a good mood, Xiaocao felt relieved.
After going out, I saw the elders of the Jian family rushing over, "How is it, how is it?"
"Muyao is fine. She will give birth smoothly. Don't worry."
The reassurance given by this miracle doctor was quite effective. The woman's expression unconsciously calmed down. To be honest, Zhen Muyao was fine during her pregnancy. It was the people around her who were worried. Now that she is finally going to give birth, it's also Amitabha.
Xiaocao left the Jian family and headed back home, but she was stopped again on the way. This time it was someone from Prince Heng's mansion.
After learning that Concubine Kou gave birth prematurely and the baby is not doing well, I asked Xiaocao to go and take a look.
Xiaocao doesn't know yet what Prince Heng and Concubine Kou have done, but based on the doctor's heart, she decided to go for a visit. However, Concubine Kou's child should be one or two months younger than Mu Yao's, and it was born prematurely. After all, this is the prince's palace, and Concubine Kou is not an unfavored concubine. She should have many people around her. How could she not take good care of her
It is easy to imagine that under normal circumstances, a child cannot be born so early, either the child was not in good condition to begin with, or there was an accident. When Xiaocao treated Concubine Kou, her physical condition was actually quite good. After the problem was solved, it was unlikely that the child had congenital problems when she was born.
Some thoughts flashed through his mind, but Xiaocao didn't think any more about it. After all, it was the prince's palace, and there would be a lot of conflicts.
When they arrived at the prince's mansion, Xiaocao had just got off the carriage when she was told that the young master was gone and that Miss Wenren had troubled her by making the trip in vain.
Xiaocao said nothing, got on the carriage and went back.
Concubine Kou was lying on the bed. After receiving the news, she murmured, "She left without saying anything?" Gradually, her face became ferocious, and her eyes were filled with hatred and sinisterness. "She didn't even ask about my child and just left like that? She left the palace and I couldn't find her. Now my child is gone, Wen Renxuan—"
If one were to describe Concubine Kou's current state, she would probably be a little crazy, because Xiaocao disrupted her plans and she was distracted, which led to premature birth. However, when Xiaocao was in the palace before, she didn't have the courage to find someone to go to the palace. Then she got the news that Xiaocao had left the palace, so she went to inquire about her, but naturally she didn't find anyone.
In fact, the child was not good to begin with, and even Xiaocao might not be able to save him, not to mention that there was no time to wait...
It was clearly her own fault, but now she is putting all the blame on Xiaocao. If Xiaocao knew, she would probably never talk to her again.
Concubine Kou finally had a child, but now it's gone. All her plans have been interrupted and she has no idea where to go...
For Concubine Kou, even if there were some twists and turns after coming to this world, it was no big deal for her and she could handle it completely. It would not be an exaggeration to say that everything went smoothly for her. However, this time she fell, and it was so hard that she could not bear it for a while.
Prince Heng has been very busy these days and naturally has no time to take care of her, especially today when Emperor Xuanren summoned the ministers. His grandfather found him first. Naturally, he denied some things without even thinking about it. Because he denied it too quickly, it aroused Lord Ming's suspicion.
However, even if there was a suspicion in this matter, it was just a suspicion and was immediately stopped.
Is it possible that Prince Heng doesn't hate Xiaocao now? He wants to tear her into pieces. However, his father has conferred the title of princess on her. Should he listen to what Fan Wuguo has to say, so as to avoid offending her
However, in fact, King Heng knew very well that he really couldn't do anything to her now. Under the current special circumstances, any unusual movement might be noticed, and the consequences would definitely not be something he could bear.
He was feeling depressed and irritable in his heart, but he couldn't show it on his face. If people accused him of being "unhappy that the emperor is alive", his good days would be over.
He returned to the palace in the afternoon, and when he got back, it was Concubine Kou who wanted to see him again. Then, like a madman, Concubine Kou asked him to kill Wen Renxuan, "… She ruined the prince's good deeds and killed our son. Isn't the prince angry? Let her die, let her die—"
Prince Heng pushed her away, his eyes chilling, "What do you mean by ruining my good deeds? Kou, if you dare to talk nonsense again, I will pull out your tongue."
It was as if a basin of ice water was poured over her head. Concubine Kou felt chilled to the bone and finally came to her senses. This man was definitely an egoist. She knew things that others didn't know. She was the first one to propose it. Only the dead can keep secrets best. If she even mentioned the slightest thing related to it, he might kill her.
Compared with his own status and even safety, no matter how useful she is or how much money she makes for him, he can easily abandon her.
Prince Heng straightened his clothes and said, "You know what happened to your son. Who can you blame? Miss Wenren saved my father, and I am very grateful to her. Now my father has conferred her the title of princess, and I am very happy. Please prepare a gift... Forget it, just rest and recuperate. I will ask the princess to prepare it."
After King Heng finished speaking, he turned around and left.
Concubine Kou was stunned for a moment, then her face gradually became ferocious again. She dug her ten fingers into her palms, almost breaking the skin and bleeding.
No one knew what was happening in Prince Heng's mansion. Xiaocao stayed quietly and leisurely in her own yard. All the people in the family were blocked by Han. Han felt sorry for her and asked her to have a good rest.
Wenren Taibo left the yamen a little late and came back almost at dinner time. At this moment, he had just seen off the Jian family. Zhen Muyao gave birth to a little girl. Both mother and daughter were safe and the delivery process went smoothly. Jian Shu, who was said to have been anxious during Zhen Muyao's pregnancy, was smiling like a fool.
Just as they were talking and laughing, Wenren Taibo came back and looked at Xiaocao with a complicated expression.
Xiao Cao didn't understand what was going on, and touched his face unconsciously, "Dad, what's wrong?"
Han and the others were also confused.
"Father has received news that the Emperor wishes to confer you the title of Princess, and has asked the Cabinet to draft a title for you."
Xiao Cao was stunned for a moment, and looked at Wenren Taibo with a dull face, "You, are you serious?"
Wenren Taibo suddenly found it funny again, and the feeling that he had struggled for most of his life but still couldn't match his daughter disappeared. His daughter was always calm, and it was quite rare for her to have such an expression. "How could this be false? The emperor said it himself in front of the important civil and military officials in the court."
"No, how come..."
Han was the one who accepted it the fastest after the initial surprise, "My daughter has done a great job, so it's not surprising that she was given the title of princess." Then she was happy from the bottom of her heart, "Our family is going to have a princess, a princess with a different surname, this is the first since the founding of the Qi Dynasty, my daughter is really the most capable."
Wen Renying and the others nearby were also surprised and then excited. They nodded vigorously in agreement with Han's words. It turned out that the fourth sister was the most powerful.
Now it was Xiaocao's turn to be at a loss whether to laugh or cry. However, there were some things... it would be better to go to the palace tomorrow and ask the emperor directly.