Under the soft candlelight, Wen Huaian noticed that Tang Cheng seemed unhappy, and felt nervous.
He didn't say anything wrong, did he
Wen Huaian suddenly remembered that Tang Cheng liked to look at faces and figures, and he felt very upset and hurried to try to save the situation.
"Tang Cheng, you look good even when you're fat."
Tang Cheng was angry now, and suddenly didn't want to tell Wen Huaian about her fake abortion. She stared at Wen Huaian's handsome face.
"Really? Even if you just have a fat belly, you'll look good?"
Wen Huaian imagined Tang Cheng's arrogant and spoiled look with her big belly and her child in her arms. It seemed really good-looking.
"nice."
Tang Cheng suppressed the upturned corners of his mouth and snorted slightly.
"Aren't you afraid that my sudden weight gain is due to some strange disease?"
Wen Huaian's mouth twitched.
Calculating the time, Tang Cheng has been pregnant for more than four months. The bulging belly is normal. He specifically asked the doctor about it and never thought about it in other directions.
"You look good, and there is no worry on your face."
Tang Cheng thought to herself, Wen Huaian is quite good at observing people's expressions. She has taken a lot of supplements recently and looks radiant. No wonder he said she was fat. Tang Cheng continued to hum.
"It's because my belly has suddenly grown so big that I haven't left the Peony Garden for a month. Do you think I should go on a diet to lose weight so that you won't dislike me?"
Wen Huaian was anxious. Tang Cheng was just experiencing symptoms of pregnancy and was not really fat, so why should she lose weight
What if the child loses weight
"Tang Cheng, dieting is not good for your health. You are doing fine this way. I don't dislike you."
In fact, Tang Cheng was just talking and she wasn't really losing weight. Seeing Wen Huaian's anxious look to comfort her, Tang Cheng felt very happy and her unhappiness had long since disappeared.
"I was just kidding you."
After Tang Cheng finished speaking, he sat down on the low couch.
Wen Huaian heaved a sigh of relief and sat naturally opposite Tang Cheng. His eyes inadvertently swept across her bulging belly and he was secretly delighted.
"Wen Huaian, did you encounter any interesting things when you went to Jinling on business?" Tang Cheng asked curiously, holding his chin.
"No."
Wen Huaian shook his head. He was going on errands, not for fun.
Tang Cheng looked disappointed. She suddenly remembered that Miss Xie was from the Xie family in Jinling, so she asked about her.
"Do you know how Miss Xie is doing?"
Tang Cheng didn't have any thoughts about Xie Xue Ning, nor did he have any intention of holding a grudge against her. He would take revenge on the spot anyway.
When Wen Huaian heard Tang Cheng mention his cousin, he couldn't help but recall that before he left the capital, he went to the nunnery to visit his mother. At that time, his mother learned that he was going to Jinling on business, so she asked him to go to the Xie family. His mother didn't want his cousin to live a good life.
"Yes, the Xie family has arranged a marriage for her. The other party is a scholar from a poor family. She will get married in two months."
Tang Cheng was surprised.
"Isn't Miss Xie a legitimate daughter of the Xie family? Why would she be allowed to marry a scholar from a poor family?"
Wen Huaian picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea.
"What she did in the capital spread to Jinling, and her reputation was ruined. It was hard to find a good marriage, so her stepmother arranged this marriage for her. Although the man is from a poor family, he only has a widowed mother, so it's not bad."
"That's good."
Tang Cheng sighed in his heart. If the matter of Tongxin Gu had not been exposed, with the support of the wife of the Duke of Zhenguo, it would be quite easy for Miss Xie to marry into a duke's family and become the mistress in the future.
pity…
One wrong step leads to all wrong.
In this feudal dynasty, a woman's reputation was particularly important. Without her reputation, her second half of life would be over, but it also depended on the situation.
For example, a favored princess has a lover, or she has a powerful and doting father, a marquis.
Reputation is not that important.
So Tang Cheng certainly hoped that her father the Marquis would live a long life. With the strengthening potion, she no longer had to worry.
After that, neither of them mentioned Xie Xue Ning again, and they talked about their own things. At the end, Tang Cheng even complained a few words.
"Wen Huaian, do you think they have nothing better to do than to keep watching my every move? I haven't left the yard for a month, but they've spread so many random speculations, saying that I must be planning something big."
Wen Huaian secretly laughed. It was like he was holding back a big move. Tang Cheng's fake abortion would eventually be exposed, and who knows how many people would be shocked by it.
"Don't pay attention to those messy rumors that affect your mood."
The doctor said that the mood of pregnant women is very important.
"Do you think I'm someone who would be affected by rumors?" Tang Cheng gave Wen Huaian a blank look.
Wen Huaian laughed.
Yes, Tang Cheng is a girl who does what she wants and doesn't care about other people's opinions.
At this moment, Pearl's voice suddenly rang out: "Prince Wen, it's time for you to leave."
Tang Cheng burst out laughing.
Wen Huaian: “…”
Every time he stayed a little longer, a maid would remind him to leave.
My future father-in-law is watching me very closely.
Wen Huaian had no choice but to get up and say goodbye to Tang Cheng, but before leaving, he hugged Tang Cheng and even gently stroked her bulging belly with his big hands. He suppressed the excitement and joy in his heart and pretended to be calm.
“It’s round and feels good.”
After saying that, Wen Huaian quickly climbed out the window and left.
Tang Cheng: “…”
She was angry and amused, and her little hand couldn't help but touch her belly. She wondered when Wen Huaian would know the truth
I really want to see his reaction.
Little did she know that Wen Huaian had already known about it and even found an excuse for her.
…
Wen Huaian returned to the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion in a good mood and saw his father waiting for him in his yard.
"Father!"
Duke Zhenguo felt relieved when he saw the happy smile on his son's face.
"Huaian, is Tang Si okay?"
Tang Si hasn't left the yard for a month and has been extremely quiet. The Duke of Zhenguo can't help but worry that Tang Si has lost his child.
He had hinted at the Marquis of Nanyang several times, but each time the Marquis just smiled and said nothing.
After his son came back from his business trip, the Duke of Zhenguo knew that he would definitely not be able to help but go to see Tang Si. As he expected, the Duke of Zhenguo waited for his son to come back in the yard.
"It's okay. I'm fine."
Wen Huaian exuded a joyful aura.
"Ahem, where is the baby in Tang Si's belly?" Duke Zhenguo couldn't help but ask.
"The child is fine, but Tang Cheng is pregnant." Wen Huaian told his father the happy news with a smile to put his father at ease.
There was a glimmer of surprise in the Duke Zhenguo's eyes.
"No wonder Tang Si hasn't left the courtyard for a month. Nanyang Hou is really keeping it a secret."
The Duke of Zhenguo was completely relieved after getting the answer he wanted. He happily waited for his grandchildren to appear in a few months, and left his son's yard in a good mood.
Wen Huaian: “…”
…
Prince Wen's return to the capital has attracted a lot of attention. Now that Prince Wen is back, it's time for Fourth Miss Tang to come out and make some noise.
So Tang Cheng received a bunch of invitations again.
Tang Cheng ignored all of them.
I stayed in the peony garden for the past month and received an invitation every few days.
Ever since Tang Cheng got engaged, Prince Rong avoided visiting him again.
The same is true for Su Jingxing and Qi Changxiu.
In fact, they were all very surprised that Tang Si had been so well-behaved for a whole month, but they were too embarrassed to ask him.
Miss Tang San was quite active, and her ice cream business was booming, but she knew nothing about Tang Si's affairs.
Everyone became more curious about the reason why Tang Si hid in the peony garden.
The next day, Wen Huaian went to Nanyang Marquis Mansion amid everyone's expectations. On his way back, he was dragged to a teahouse by his two good friends, Su Jingxing and Qi Changxiu.
Wen Huaian did not expose Tang Cheng's fake abortion, but just found an excuse for Tang Cheng that she was afraid of the heat.
Su Jingxing and Qi Changxiu certainly didn't believe it.
It’s just that Wen Huaian is tight-lipped.
The two gave up. Seeing the joy in Wen Huaian's eyes and brows, they knew that Tang Si was fine.
For several days, only Wen Huaian came to the door but Tang Si did not show up, and all kinds of strange rumors emerged.
Some people said that Tang Si was disfigured and too embarrassed to see anyone.
Some people said that Tang Si had an incurable disease and would not live long.
Some people said that Tang Si must have broken his leg and was hiding in the yard to recuperate.
Some people say that Tang Si has a serious illness...
In short, rumors were flying everywhere but the Nanyang Marquis' Mansion and the Zhenguo Duke's Mansion did not clarify them, and the rumors became more and more intense.
Liu Jintong was in a very good mood during this period. Not only was her relationship with the Seventh Prince getting closer and closer, but she was also overjoyed by the news that her enemy Tang Cheng did not dare to show up and might have had an accident.
After these rumors came out, Liu Jintong secretly added fuel to the flames and spread the rumor that Tang Cheng had a serious illness.
That’s right, it’s a serious disease.
For a woman, contracting a serious illness is a very serious matter. Even if it is finally clarified, people will still be suspicious.
After all, everyone can see that Marquis Nanyang dotes on Tang Si, and even the emperor treats Tang Si differently.
Who knows whether the so-called clarification is false.
Even a certificate from an imperial physician would not dispel the suspicion.
Liu Jintong's move was extremely vicious.
After hearing these messy rumors, Tang Xin's curiosity was actually aroused.
Unfortunately, I am always stopped every time I go to the peony garden.
She also had no way of knowing Tang Cheng's situation.
Looking at Princess Yilin's curious and gossipy eyes, Tang Xin felt a lot of pressure.
"Princess, I can't even enter the gate of the Peony Garden, how can I know the situation of my fourth sister?"
Princess Irene looked disappointed.
"Doesn't she have to greet your mother?"
Tang Xin shook her head: "No need."
In fact, my stepmother doesn't want to see my fourth sister either.
Princess Yilin: "..."
"How about you try again to see if you can get into the Peony Garden?"
The corners of Tang Xin's mouth twitched. After being rejected by Tang Cheng repeatedly, she also had to save face and have self-esteem.
However, Princess Yilin asked, and Tang Xin couldn't refuse for the sake of the Fourth Prince.
"I'll try again."
Princess Irene left with satisfaction.
Peony Garden
Tang Cheng was leaning lazily on the couch, while Shan Hu and Ling Long were fanning themselves beside him.
"Miss, the rumors outside are getting more and more outrageous. They even say that you have a serious illness and dare not see anyone!"
Pearl was shaking with anger.
Upon hearing this, Coral and the others' faces darkened and their eyes were filled with anger.
"Let them talk as they please. There's no need to be angry."
"Aren't there rumors that I'm disfigured, have a broken leg, or have an incurable disease? One more serious illness won't make a difference."
Tang Cheng was in a good mood. She happily ate the fresh lychees sent by Wen Huaian. Unfortunately, there were two maids supervising her, so she couldn't eat too many lychees.
I can only eat a few to satisfy my craving.
Seeing that the young lady didn't take it seriously, Pearl became anxious.
"Miss, this is different. Those who spread the news that you have a serious disease are too cruel."
After saying that, Pearl also specifically mentioned the seriousness of the matter.
The other three maids echoed.
"Pearl is right, Miss. We must fight back and not allow these messy rumors to spread."
"You are right."
Tang Cheng narrowed her eyes and gently stroked her bulging belly with her small hands. She didn't care about the rumors. As long as she went out, those false rumors would automatically disappear.
I originally just wanted to have more quiet time, but now it seems impossible.
It's time to expose the truth.
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