NCCnovel Chapter 83 The Blessings of Consort Fucha
Chapter 83 The Blessings of Consort Fucha
After the palace servants had prepared the carefully cooked dishes and placed them on the table,
Fucha Peiyun smiled and, along with Consort Jing, took their seats to dine.
Hongchang's wet nurse had already taken him to a side hall to breastfeed and give him a nap.
After everyone was seated, Fucha Peiyun gracefully picked up the serving chopsticks and first placed her favorite dish on Da Pangju's plate.
Then he turned to Consort Jing and served her food as well.
But she herself specifically requested to pick out spicy dishes, which greatly surprised Consort Jing.
"Does Consort Shu like Hunan cuisine so much? Aren't you afraid of the spiciness?"
Fucha Peiyun: "My sister didn't like it before, but her tastes changed after she became pregnant with Hongchang."
People say sour foods indicate a boy and spicy foods indicate a girl, so I thought it was a little princess.
But it turned out to be a prince. Now the child is born, but he's gotten used to spicy food and can't give it up.
Consort Jing said, "This is truly wondrous."
It's unclear whether the baby in her womb is a princess or a prince.
Just then, the chubby orange cat, who had been silently listening to the two of them, said:
"Since my beloved concubine enjoys Hunan cuisine, that's fine. However, everything should be done in moderation."
Eating too much can also harm your health.
Fucha Peiyun smiled and replied, "Your Majesty is right, I have remembered it."
The group ate and chatted occasionally.
Suddenly, a single sentence from the chubby orange made both Fucha Peiyun and Consort Jing look up at the chubby orange.
"The Empress will be released from confinement starting tomorrow."
He paused for a moment, then said, "This is the Empress Dowager's intention."
Fucha Peiyun had anticipated this; as long as the Empress Dowager was alive, the Empress could not remain imprisoned indefinitely.
I just didn't expect it to happen so quickly. It seems the Empress Dowager saw that the eldest son, Fatty Orange, didn't agree to let the Fourteenth Prince return to the capital.
As a second-best option, they had the big fat orange cat release the queen.
Consort Jing was in a panic; her pregnancy wasn't even stable yet, and the Empress was about to be born.
Will she really be able to protect the child then? Thinking this, Consort Jing looked up at Fucha Peiyun opposite her.
Fucha Peiyun nodded to Consort Jing, then deliberately used serving chopsticks to place a piece of fish into Consort Jing's bowl.
Seeing her nod, Consort Jing felt much more at ease.
She picked up a piece of fish and brought it to her mouth.
Just as she was about to take a bite, Consort Jing suddenly felt nauseous and quickly covered her mouth, putting down her chopsticks.
Upon seeing this, Fucha Peiyun quickly asked with concern, "Is Consort Jing feeling unwell?"
Consort Jing forced a smile. "Perhaps the fishy smell is a bit too strong, sister, don't worry."
The big, fat orange cat also turned its gaze towards us.
"If Consort Jing is not feeling well, she should go back and rest as soon as possible."
Go back and summon the imperial physician to examine him carefully.
Fucha Peiyun said, "This health matter is not to be taken lightly; we should summon an imperial physician to take a look."
Big Fat Orange put down his chopsticks. "Ah Jun is right."
Fucha Peiyun took Jingfei's hand and helped her to sit down on the side.
He poured a glass of water and handed it to Consort Jing, who looked at Fucha Peiyun with great gratitude.
The imperial physician arrived quickly; this time it was Wei Lin.
Upon arrival, Wei Lin bowed to Da Pang Ju and Consort Fucha Pei Yun.
Only after bowing did he begin to take Consort Jing's pulse.
Wei Lin also knew that Consort Jing was pregnant, and seeing the Emperor there...
He immediately understood what it meant.
After taking Consort Jing's pulse, he appropriately revealed a look of surprise on his face.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! Your Majesty is pregnant!"
The Empress is one and a half months pregnant, and the pregnancy is progressing steadily.
Consort Jing was taken aback at first, then her eyes were filled with joy, and she subconsciously touched her abdomen.
Big Fatty Orange was stunned for a long time upon hearing the news; he hadn't thought Consort Jing would be pregnant.
Previously, Consort Jing was Shilan's maid, and she smelled the fragrance of joy in her courtyard every day.
Due to the influence of Huan Yi Xiang, she should not be able to get pregnant again.
He looked at Wei Lin in disbelief. "How is Consort Jing?"
Wei Lin quickly replied again, "Your Majesty, Consort Jing is one and a half months pregnant."
Although the chubby orange was somewhat puzzled by Consort Jing's sudden pregnancy, she was also very happy to have another child.
Consort Jing was not the type to fake a pregnancy to gain favor.
The chubby orange cat was overjoyed. "Good, reward me handsomely, very handsomely."
Fucha Peiyun smiled and curtsied to the chubby orange.
"This is truly a joyous occasion! Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Consort Jing!"
"You must take good care of Consort Jing."
However, Consort Jing was still very worried.
With the Empress about to be released from confinement, her child will undoubtedly become the target of public criticism.
Fucha Peiyun naturally understood Consort Jing's thoughts and said softly:
"Don't worry, sister, I will help you protect this baby."
Consort Jing gratefully grasped Fucha Peiyun's hand.
The chubby orange then looked at Wei Lin and asked, "Wei Lin, how is Consort Jing's health?"
Wei Lin said, "Previously, Consort Jing's health was somewhat poor, but recently her master has been helping her to recuperate."
The Empress's health has almost fully recovered.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Consort Jing's pregnancy should proceed without major problems.
Actually, Consort Jing's health couldn't be better right now. I don't know what she used to make her body so healthy.
The chubby orange nodded in satisfaction. "Wei Lin, I entrust Consort Jing's pregnancy to you."
Wei Lin respectfully agreed, "Your humble servant will certainly do his utmost."
Then, carrying his medicine kit, he took his leave and departed from Yanxi Palace.
The chubby orange cat walked contentedly to Consort Jing's side.
"Ruozhao, now that you are pregnant, you must take good care of yourself."
At this moment, Consort Jing's eyes reddened, and tears immediately fell.
Seeing this, the chubby orange quickly reached out and gently wiped away the tears on Consort Jing's face, comforting her softly:
"My beloved concubine, do not weep. This is a joyous occasion, and you should be happy."
Consort Jing looked at the chubby orange cat with teary eyes, her voice trembling slightly as she said:
"Your Majesty, I am indeed pregnant! I have been waiting for this day for so long, and it has finally come!"
"I am finally going to have a child of my own..."
Fucha Peiyun naturally understood Consort Jing's feelings at that moment.
But now is not the time to wallow in such emotions.
There's still important business to discuss.
So, Fucha Peiyun stepped forward and gently comforted her:
"Sister, don't cry. Doing so will not only harm yourself, but also the baby in your womb."
As she spoke, she didn't forget to wink at Consort Jing.
Consort Jing, after all, was a woman experienced in palace affairs for a long time, and even though her emotions were somewhat out of control at this moment,
But he quickly regained his composure and realized his lapse in composure.
She slowly raised her hand, gently wiping away the remaining tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, and said with a shy expression:
"It was all my fault for being rude. I hope Your Majesty and my sister will forgive me."
Seeing this, Fucha Peiyun secretly breathed a sigh of relief and smiled comfortingly:
"Sister is just crying tears of joy, it's only natural, there's no way it's impolite."
The chubby orange nodded in agreement: "My beloved concubine is happy, and I am equally happy."
After calming herself down slightly, Consort Jing spoke again with a worried expression:
"However, my pregnancy is still in its early stages and the baby's position is not yet stable."
In my humble opinion, it would be best not to publicize this matter for the time being, lest it cause further complications.
Big Fatty Orange finally snapped out of his euphoria and regretted lifting the empress's ban.
It seems we should instruct the Sticky Rod Office to pay closer attention to the situation in Consort Jing's palace in the future.
It is only hoped that after the ban is lifted, the empress will behave herself and not do anything to harm the imperial heirs again.
Otherwise, even if it were Chun Yuan's last wish, he would never show the Empress any mercy.
Thinking of this, the chubby orange couldn't help but frown slightly, and its eyes narrowed involuntarily.
The chubby orange cat said slowly, "According to my beloved consort, this news should be kept from everyone for the time being."
Let's announce it after your baby is three months along.
Consort Jing breathed a sigh of relief
After a brief pause, Consort Jing looked troubled again, as if she still had something to say.
Seeing this, the chubby orange cat asked gently, "Oh? Does my beloved concubine have any other requests? Please speak freely."
Consort Jing carefully raised her head and said softly:
"Your Majesty, I beg you to bestow upon me a nanny who is skilled in the art of preserving health and protecting the fetus, so that I may protect my pregnancy."
Upon hearing this, the chubby orange nodded in agreement without hesitation:
"That's only right. I will instruct Su Peisheng to make proper arrangements."
Seeing that the two had finished speaking,
Fucha Peiyun hurriedly said:
"Consort Jing is not feeling well right now. Why don't you ask His Majesty to personally escort her back to the palace to rest?"
The chubby orange cat turned to look at Fucha Peiyun, a hint of approval flashing in its eyes.
He nodded and gently helped Consort Jing up, and the two of them slowly walked out of the palace.
Fucha Peiyun watched their departing figures and sighed softly.
It looks like things are going to get interesting in the coming days.
After the chubby orange cat escorted Consort Jing back to Xianfu Palace, Consort Jing looked at the chubby orange cat.
"Your Majesty, I have been unable to bear you a son or daughter all these years, and I have always felt deeply ashamed."
Hearing this, the chubby orange-haired man felt a little guilty, but his expression remained unchanged. "This matter cannot be forced. Ruozhao, there's no need to blame yourself."
"I remember that Ruozhao has served me diligently all these years."
Consort Jing lowered her eyes, concealing the expression within.
"I've calculated the dates of my pregnancy and found it was on the night of the Sixth Prince's third-day celebration."
I have been unable to conceive for so many years, but now I am pregnant.
Your Majesty believes it must be the blessing brought by Consort Shu and her son.
Your Majesty, I have heard that Consort Shu offers incense daily to pray for children for her sisters in the harem.
"Your Majesty, don't you think it's Consort Shu's sincerity that moved the Goddess of Fertility?"
This pregnancy was conceived after she took the fertility elixir given to her by Consort Shu.
Although she couldn't tell the Emperor directly, she still wanted him to know about Consort Shu's contributions.
Big Fat Orange was slightly taken aback, but naturally followed Consort Jing's train of thought.
Consort Jing had indeed been unable to conceive for many years, despite the help of Imperial Physician Wen's treatment.
However, Consort Jing had tried various treatments before, but she had not yet conceived.
But after Consort Shu mentioned Consort Jing, he spent two nights in Consort Jing's palace.
Consort Jing became pregnant, which made Big Fatty Orange suspect that it was truly a blessing brought by Consort Shu and her child.
He coughed lightly, "What Ruozhao said makes sense. Consort Shu is magnanimous and virtuous."
I also think that perhaps it was her sincerity that had an effect.
Consort Jing's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile, and she continued:
"Your Majesty, I hope that after the child is born, Consort Shu can be the child's godmother, so that I can share in her good fortune."
Big Fat Orange hesitated for a moment. Getting too close to high-ranking concubines in the palace—it was hard to tell whether it was a good thing or a bad thing.
"I will give this matter some more consideration, but I will certainly reward Consort Shu handsomely."
Having achieved her goal, Consort Jing curtsied gracefully and said, "Your Majesty, I thank you."
"Your Majesty, I will certainly take good care of myself during this pregnancy and live up to your great favor."